Iowa Guard Members Killed in Syria Return Home
The remains of two Iowa National Guard soldiers killed in a Syrian desert attack were repatriated in a dignified transfer at Des Moines International Airport on December 24, 2025.
The remains of two Iowa National Guard soldiers killed in a Syrian desert attack were repatriated in a dignified transfer at Des Moines International Airport on December 24, 2025.
The Milk River Emergency Room in southern Alberta is temporarily closed due to a critical staff shortage. It is scheduled to reopen Friday night after a new doctor was recruited for the community.
Hotel-Dieu Grace Healthcare in Windsor reminds residents that critical mental health and addiction services remain available 24/7 throughout the holiday period, a time of increased stress for many.
Youth Empowerment and Support Services in Edmonton reports a significant rise in youth needing shelter. Staff work to create a comforting holiday environment with gifts and community for vulnerable young people.
A union is urging the Ontario government to intervene following layoffs at Conestoga College. Get the latest details on the labour dispute and provincial response.
Canada Post and its union have reached tentative agreements, with a ratification vote expected in the new year. This news comes alongside other national updates.
Quebec has secured an agreement in principle with pharmacists working in public health-care institutions. The deal, announced December 22, 2025, marks a key step in stabilizing the province's healthcare workforce.
Nearly 200 full-time employees at Conestoga College have been laid off just before the holidays, sparking criticism. Get the details on this major workforce reduction.
Halton police state a resident's death at an Ontario group home amid a staff strike is not suspicious. The incident occurred on December 20, 2025.
Public backing for Quebec physicians opposing Bill 2 helped push the government to an agreement. A reader shares a positive healthcare experience and hopes doctors will stay.
The United Nations endures a devastating week with six peacekeepers and an interpreter killed, while ten more personnel are detained in Yemen. Details on the crisis and global response.
The Louvre Museum in Paris has fully reopened after employees voted to suspend a disruptive strike. Visitors can now access all galleries and the iconic Mona Lisa.
Conestoga College terminates almost 200 full-time support staff just before the holiday break, sparking concern. Get the full details on this major workforce reduction.
Conestoga College terminates almost 200 full-time positions just before the holiday break. Get the full details on this significant workforce reduction in Kitchener-Waterloo.
The City of Calgary confirms overdue pay for municipal election staff will be sent by December 19, 2025. Officials apologize for the payroll delay affecting polling station workers.
Fanshawe College in London, Ontario, has initiated a voluntary exit program for its full-time employees. Learn about the details and potential impacts on the institution.
MSNBC's Lawrence O'Donnell argues Trump's second term is more cruel, blaming Chief of Staff Susie Wiles for enabling his vision. Read the explosive analysis.
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles strongly criticizes a Vanity Fair article featuring her candid remarks about President Trump and other officials. Read the full story and the administration's response.
Susie Wiles, President Trump's Chief of Staff, offers sharp criticism in a new Vanity Fair interview. Read the key revelations and political analysis here.
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles gave a bombshell interview to Vanity Fair, calling Trump an 'alcoholic's personality' and Vance a 'conspiracy theorist.' Read the explosive details and the swift backlash.
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles offers candid views on Pam Bondi and Donald Trump in a new Vanity Fair interview. Get the details on her political insights.
An Edmonton support group helps parents navigate the holidays after losing a child. Gibson Glavin shares memories of his sons Brendan and Andrew, finding strength in community.
The City of Vancouver has cut dozens of positions following its decision to freeze property taxes. This move highlights the financial trade-offs of municipal budget decisions.
The City of Vancouver has terminated 30 employees following a council decision to freeze property taxes. Learn about the budget impacts and municipal workforce changes.
London Health Sciences Centre is changing its mental health benefits for certain employee groups, moving from unlimited coverage to a managed program. Learn about the details and implications.
A Montreal-area hospital announces a three-month closure of its maternity ward starting December 2025 due to severe staffing shortages, impacting prenatal and delivery services.
A U.S. National Guard member shot in Washington, D.C., is showing positive signs of recovery, according to West Virginia's governor. Get the latest details on the incident and the ongoing investigation.
Alberta Union of Provincial Employees nursing care members have voted overwhelmingly to accept a new collective agreement, securing improved working conditions and benefits for healthcare workers.
Andriy Yermak, head of Ukraine's Presidential Office, resigns following anti-corruption investigators searching his home. Latest development in Ukraine's ongoing reforms.
Saskatchewan has secured a five-year extension of its child-care agreement with the federal government, ensuring continued affordable childcare support for families across the province.