Rachel Morgan News Editor 
Kenneth Jeyaretnam, the secretary-general of the Reform Party (RP), died in his sleep at age 67 on Saturday, July 18, according to a statement from his wife, Amanda Jeyaretnam. Mr. Jeyaretnam, a vocal critic of the Singaporean government and a prominent opposition figure, had been in the United Kingdom for a holiday when he fell … Read more
After two decades as the music director of the LA Opera, James Conlon is departing Los Angeles for New York, marking the end of a tenure that briefly overlapped with his great-nephew Sebastian Conlon’s arrival as a LA Galaxy player. The two, representing different generations and performance arts, recently discussed their shared family history and … Read more
The United States is accelerating the deployment of military assets across Israel and the Middle East, including the arrival of 14 refueling aircraft over the weekend and the relocation of F-35 and F-15 fighter jets. According to security officials, this buildup is intended to tighten coordination between the U.S. and the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) … Read more
Fresh calls have emerged to reopen Hamilton’s underground railway station, a 344-metre tunnel beneath the Centre Place Shopping Centre that has remained closed to passengers for decades. While some local advocates argue the site represents an opportunity to revitalize the city center, Hamilton City Council leadership maintains that the project is not financially viable. History … Read more
A shift toward independent oversight The New Zealand Justice Select Committee has recommended that the Arms Bill be passed, a move that signals the imminent birth of Firearms Safety and Education New Zealand. This new independent regulator is slated to begin operations from September, marking a definitive shift in how the country manages its firearms … Read more
The drama surrounding Bryson DeChambeau at The Open Championship at Royal Birkdale intensified on Saturday evening as the two-time U.S. Open champion was twice denied access to his own scorecard following a controversial two-stroke penalty. DeChambeau, currently trailing tournament leader Sam Burns by four shots, sought the physical record of his Friday round from the … Read more
First Nations leaders in Alberta are organizing a voter mobilization campaign to influence the province’s October 19 referendum, which includes a ballot question on whether Alberta should remain in Canada. Grand Chief Trevor Mercredi of the Treaty 8 First Nations announced plans to replicate the 2015 “Rock the Vote” initiative, which saw on-reserve voter participation … Read more
The fatal shooting of an immigrant in Maine has triggered a formal push by Democratic lawmakers for an investigation into Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) hiring practices. The officer involved has been identified by his family members and multiple media outlets as David Brouillette, who allegedly disclosed his involvement in the July 13 death of … Read more
ACT Party candidate Paul Henry has stated he has “not a racist bone” in his body while defending his candidacy and the party’s position on the Treaty Principles Bill. Speaking on Q+A on Sunday, the veteran broadcaster addressed his past controversies and his rationale for entering politics five days after announcing his bid for Parliament. … Read more
Following a recent earthquake that caused widespread panic among students, the local Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (DRRMO) is shifting its focus from physical drills to psychological preparedness. DRRMO head Charles Bryan Carame reported that the shaking triggered a chain reaction of distress, highlighting a critical gap in how schools manage emergency situations beyond … Read more