Recall campaigns target 26 Alberta MLAs, including Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides, but face a steep 60% signature threshold. Analysis shows the petitions are unlikely to succeed but force accountability.
Amid global uncertainty, columnist Keith Gerein argues 2026 could be a year of uplift for Edmonton, with major infrastructure projects set for completion. Explore the city's unique challenges and opportunities.
Montreal journalist Toula Drimonis reflects on escaping into 1980s TV shows, only to be jolted back to a frightening reality by news of U.S. military action in Venezuela. A poignant commentary on nostalgia versus today's geopolitical tensions.
Syrian government forces announce a ceasefire in Aleppo following intense fighting with Kurdish fighters. Get the latest details on the conflict and its implications.
Catch up on the hectic start to 2026: U.S. action in Venezuela, Canada-U.S. trade war rulings, Alberta health intimidation claims, and new Canadian laws.
Analysis of how President Trump is invoking the Monroe Doctrine to justify military action in Venezuela, reshaping U.S. foreign policy in the Western Hemisphere. Read the full story.
In a major foreign policy address, Pope Leo XIV criticized countries using force to assert control. Read his powerful message on global power and diplomacy.
Russia confirms first combat use of its new Oreshnik ballistic missile in a major strike on Kyiv. The attack on January 9, 2026, caused significant damage to a residential building.
Edmonton's new residential snow clearing initiative, launched after public pressure, faces hurdles with equipment efficiency and a city-wide parking ban. Residents voice concerns over execution and enforcement.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz withdraws from the 2026 race as a billion-dollar fraud scandal engulfs his administration. Analysis of his failed VP run with Kamala Harris.
An analysis of Federal Court Justice Avvy Yao-Yao Go's recent decisions reveals a pattern of halting deportations and citizenship revocations, raising concerns about the enforcement of Canada's immigration rules. Explore the details and implications.
Canada's population decline and policy reversals mark a generational shift in attitudes toward immigration. Explore the data and expert analysis behind the new, more calculating approach.
As Iran enters a third week of protests, analysts warn the unrest could reshape the Middle East. Over 30 killed, executions surge, and the regime's fragility is exposed. Read the latest.
Ari Da Costa, found not criminally responsible for killing his father, gets 14-day travel approval to Thailand despite being deemed a 'significant threat' to public safety. Read the Ontario Review Board's decision.
Luigi Mangione heads to court to block the death penalty, a murder charge, and key evidence. Follow the latest developments in this high-stakes legal battle.
Donald Trump said it would be a 'great honour' to accept the Nobel Peace Prize from Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, a remark that ignited widespread online ridicule.
At least 13 Palestinians killed in Israeli strikes across Gaza. The violence unfolds as former U.S. President Trump is expected to announce a new 'Board of Peace.'
Iran faces its biggest internal challenge in years as internet blackouts and deadly protests spread nationwide. Supreme Leader Khamenei accuses rioters of acting for Trump. Read the latest.
Longtime Liberal MP and former Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland has officially stepped down from her seat. Her resignation marks a significant shift in Canadian federal politics.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei accuses demonstrators of destroying property to please former U.S. President Donald Trump. Protests continue amid calls from exiled prince.
A federal gun buyback pilot program in Nova Scotia collected just 25 firearms, far short of its 200-gun target. Despite the failure, the Liberal government plans a national expansion.
A new report from the Eurasia Group warns Canada is uniquely vulnerable to political upheaval in the United States. Former foreign affairs minister Lloyd Axworthy analyzes the key areas of risk.
Municipalities in Nova Scotia have attempted to prohibit specific dog breeds deemed dangerous, but legal and enforcement hurdles have limited their success. Learn about the ongoing debate.
President Donald Trump personally purchased four pairs of shoes each for VP JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, a detail from a NYT interview that quickly drew ridicule on social media.
Israeli strikes kill at least 13 in Gaza, including children, as the fragile ceasefire holds. President Trump is set to announce a new Board of Peace to oversee the Mideast peace process. Read the latest developments.
A new problem has emerged with Spike anti-tank missiles for Canadian soldiers in Latvia. The military is confident it will be resolved before final delivery in mid-2026. Read the latest on this urgent procurement.
Former President Donald Trump's claim that only his own morality limits his international actions has drawn sharp criticism. Read the details and reactions to his controversial interview.
A Winnipeg reader proposes replacing human judges with AI to eliminate bias and backlog in Canada's justice system. Read the provocative 2026 letter and other public opinions.
The White House reveals structural decay forced the East Wing's demolition to make way for a $400 million ballroom. The project faces scrutiny from planning officials. Learn the details and controversies.
Fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis and another in Portland trigger widespread protests and calls for investigations. Officials clash over jurisdiction and narrative as public outrage grows.