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After Trump halted funding for Afghans who helped the US, this group stepped in to help

After Trump halted funding for Afghans who helped the US, this group stepped in to help

WASHINGTON (AP) — When Andrew Sullivan thinks of the people his organization has helped resettle in America, one particular story comes to mind: an Afghan man in a wheelchair who was shot through the neck by a member of the Taliban for helping the U.
B.C. hydro rates to increase in 2025, 2026 but remain among lowest in North America

B.C. hydro rates to increase in 2025, 2026 but remain among lowest in North America

VANCOUVER — British Columbia is setting annual rate increases for electricity for the next two years in response to rising demand for power along with economic uncertainty stemming from actions south of the border, Energy Minister Adrian Dix said.
Judge says Fani Willis violated open records law, orders her to pay $54K in attorneys' fees

Judge says Fani Willis violated open records law, orders her to pay $54K in attorneys' fees

ATLANTA (AP) — A judge has ordered Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis to pay more than $54,000 in attorneys' fees and to turn over documents after finding that her office violated Georgia's Open Records Act.
Poilievre says he'll repeal carbon price law including for big industrial emitters

Poilievre says he'll repeal carbon price law including for big industrial emitters

L'ORIGNAL, Ont. — A Conservative government would repeal the entire carbon price law for consumers and big industry, Leader Pierre Poilievre said Monday on a visit to a steel mill in Eastern Ontario.
The Latest: White House press secretary hosts news briefing

The Latest: White House press secretary hosts news briefing

President Donald Trump’s press secretary Karoline Leavitt hosted a news conference Monday.
Former prime minister Brian Mulroney to be featured on Canada Post stamp

Former prime minister Brian Mulroney to be featured on Canada Post stamp

OTTAWA — Former prime minister Brian Mulroney will be featured on a stamp as part of Canada Post's 2025 lineup. Mulroney, who died last year, served as prime minister from 1984 to 1993.
Judge declines to force FEMA to release funds to upgrade US emergency alert system

Judge declines to force FEMA to release funds to upgrade US emergency alert system

WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge on Monday declined to force the Trump administration to immediately reimburse dozens of public broadcasting stations for upgrades to the nation's emergency alert system.
Critics say Nova Scotia bill violates labour rights, threatens right to information

Critics say Nova Scotia bill violates labour rights, threatens right to information

HALIFAX — Members of the Nova Scotia public voiced concerns on Monday about a government bill they said threatens people’s access to information and violates labour rights in the civil service.
'Danish Viking blood is boiling.' Danes boycott US goods with fervor as others in Europe do so too

'Danish Viking blood is boiling.' Danes boycott US goods with fervor as others in Europe do so too

Ivan Hansen, a retired Danish police officer, loaded up his basket at the supermarket, carefully checking each product to avoid buying anything made in the United States. No more Coca-Cola, no more California Zinfandel wine or almonds.
Toronto's plan to counter tariffs includes barring U.S. suppliers from some contracts

Toronto's plan to counter tariffs includes barring U.S. suppliers from some contracts

Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow says the city's response to steep U.S. tariffs on Canada will include barring American companies from bidding on some city contracts and a tax deferral program for industrial properties impacted by the tariffs.