Elections Alberta seeks injunction to force prominent separatist group to disclose finances, donors

Elections Alberta has requested a court adjournment in its pursuit of an injunction to force the Alberta Prosperity Project (APP) to reveal its donors and financial records. The provincial agency alleges the independence advocacy group violated third-party advertising laws by exceeding a $1,000 spending limit reserved for non-registered groups. The Advertising Dispute At the center … Read more

Cuba confirms talks with US officials, wants end to Trump’s energy blockade | Donald Trump News

The High-Stakes Tug-of-War: Navigating the Future of US-Cuba Relations The recent confirmation of diplomatic talks in Havana marks a pivotal shift in the geopolitical landscape of the Caribbean. For the first time since 2016, American diplomats have returned to the island, signaling a complex new diplomatic push that oscillates between professional engagement and severe economic … Read more

Alberta expected to make switch to daylight saving time permanent

The Alberta government is expected to take formal steps this week to permanently adopt daylight saving time, ending the tradition of shifting clocks twice a year. Government sources indicate that the move will be included in an omnibus bill scheduled to be tabled in the Alberta Legislature later this week. However, the legislation must still … Read more

Entry‑level jobs are drying up – how can young Kiwis find work?

Young workers in New Zealand are facing a significantly more challenging landscape when attempting to enter the professional workforce. Recent data reveals a stark divide, with the unemployment rate for those aged 15 to 24 sitting at approximately 15%, which is roughly triple the rate of the general working-age population. The Erosion of Entry-Level Roles … Read more

Carney urges changes to Canada’s economic ties with US

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has warned that the nation’s deep economic reliance on the United States has shifted from a strategic advantage to a critical vulnerability. In a video address released Sunday, Carney stated that this dependency is a weakness that must be corrected to protect Canada’s future. A Shift in North American Trade … Read more

Is Anzac Day Saturday or Monday? And what about shops, surcharges and pay?

The Great Holiday Shift: How Labor Laws and Retail Traditions are Evolving For decades, the rhythm of our public holidays has been dictated by rigid legislation and long-standing traditions. From the “Mondayisation” of calendar dates to the strict closure of storefronts, these rules were designed for a brick-and-mortar world. However, as the boundary between work … Read more

Australia and Japan sign contracts for $7bn warships deal | Military News

Australia and Japan have formalized a landmark $7bn defence agreement, signing contracts for the first three of 11 warships destined for the Australian navy. The announcement was made in Melbourne on Saturday by Australia’s Defence Minister Richard Marles and Japanese Defence Minister Koizumi Shinjiro. The Mogami-Class Initiative The agreement centers on the procurement of Mogami-class … Read more

Independent grocers adjusting to fuel surcharges from suppliers

The Future of the Corner Store: How Independent Grocers are Fighting Global Supply Shocks When geopolitical tensions flare up thousands of miles away, the ripple effect doesn’t just hit stock markets—it hits the produce aisle. For the independent grocer, a blockade in a distant strait or a spike in global crude oil isn’t just a … Read more

Kiwis over 65 contributing more than $34b a year to the economy

The Silver Surge: Why the ‘Business of Ageing’ is the Next Economic Frontier For decades, the narrative surrounding an ageing population has been one of dread—a “silver tsunami” threatening to overwhelm healthcare systems and drain national coffers. But a shift in perspective is occurring. We are moving away from viewing older adults as a liability … Read more

Families devastated after collapse of murder charges against Kenneth Law

Families of victims are expressing devastation following the collapse of first-degree murder charges against Kenneth Law, a 61-year-old man from Mississauga. Law is now expected to plead guilty to a lesser offence under a plea bargain agreement with Ontario prosecutors. The Scope of the Allegations Law was charged in 2023 after allegations surfaced that he … Read more