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Minnesota AG who took $10K from scammers says fraud scandal is ‘political theater’

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Minnesota Welfare Fraud Scandal: A Symptom of a Growing Crisis? The recent controversy surrounding Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison – dismissing a $250 million fraud scandal as “political theater” while simultaneously accepting $10,000 in donations from convicted fraudsters – isn’t an isolated incident. It’s a stark illustration of a potentially escalating trend: the intersection of … Read more

Canada should be prepared to give up the Online Streaming Act in U.S. trade talks

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Canada’s Streaming Act: A Trade Chip on the Brink? Canada finds itself in a precarious position as it heads into renegotiations for the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). The choice appears to be stark: defend its supply management system for dairy, or potentially sacrifice the recently passed Online Streaming Act. This legislation, designed to regulate online audio … Read more

What the U.S. attack on Venezuela could mean for oil and Canadian crude exports

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Venezuela’s Oil Future: A Seismic Shift for Global Markets The recent developments in Venezuela, as reported by The Globe and Mail, signal a potential upheaval in the global oil landscape. The prospect of U.S. control over Venezuela’s vast oil reserves – the largest proven reserves globally – isn’t just a geopolitical event; it’s a potential … Read more

NDP MPP Sol Mamakwa on the death of his wife and the comfort he got from across the aisle

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Ontario NDP MPP Sol Mamakwa is navigating profound grief while continuing his work representing the riding of Kiiwetinoong. He is grappling with the sudden loss of his wife, Pearl, who passed away in June after a rapid decline in health. A Personal Loss, A Public Life A painting by Pearl hangs in Mr. Mamakwa’s office … Read more

Maniac accused of randomly shoving 72-year-old into NYC subway is Russian doctor: sources

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NYC Subway Violence: A Disturbing Start to 2026 and What It Signals A shocking New Year’s Day attack – a 72-year-old man shoved into a moving Bronx train – has thrust the issue of subway safety back into the spotlight. The alleged perpetrator, identified as Anton Aleshin, a 29-year-old Russian doctor, raises unsettling questions about … Read more

Exclusive | Ex-Jay Z partner Damon Dash’s film biz sells for measly $100 at auction as creditors swarm

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From Roc-A-Fella Riches to $100 Auction: A Cautionary Tale for Entertainment Moguls The recent auction of Damon Dash’s film company, Poppington LLC, for a paltry $100.50, serves as a stark reminder of the precarious financial situations that can befall even the most successful figures in the entertainment industry. This isn’t simply a story about one … Read more

NYC Health+Hospitals to take over ailing Maimonides Hospital, Mayor Adams says

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NYC’s Bold Hospital Takeover: A Sign of Things to Come for Struggling Healthcare Systems? New York City’s decision to take over Maimonides Hospital, a financially distressed Brooklyn institution, isn’t just a local story. It’s a potential bellwether for a national trend: the increasing likelihood of public entities stepping in to rescue struggling private hospitals, particularly … Read more

Daughter allegedly kills mom with Parkinson’s disease after she was denied medically assisted suicide: cops

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A Christmas Day Confession: The Rising Tide of ‘Death with Dignity’ Cases The case of Martha Jo Blake, accused of suffocating her 97-year-old mother in Florida after a denied request for medically assisted suicide, isn’t an isolated incident. It’s a chilling glimpse into a growing ethical and legal gray area, fueled by aging populations, increasing … Read more

NYC snow pile carved into ‘crazy’ Snow King sculpture –now it’s a tourist attraction

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From Snow Kings to Sand Stories: The Rise of Ephemeral Public Art A Brooklyn sidewalk recently became an unlikely gallery, thanks to Belarusian artist Henrik Lojka and his stunning “Snow King” sculpture. The piece, depicting Lithuanian King Mindaugas, drew crowds and sparked social media buzz, but it also highlights a growing trend: the deliberate creation … Read more

Trump-Kennedy Center filing $1M lawsuit against musician who pulled out of Christmas Eve concert over name change

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The Trump Kennedy Center Controversy: A Harbinger of Culture War Battles to Come? The recent cancellation of the Christmas Eve Jazz Jam at the newly rebranded “Trump Kennedy Center” and the subsequent threat of a $1 million lawsuit against drummer Chuck Redd isn’t just a holiday season squabble. It’s a flashpoint in a growing trend: … Read more

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