Celebrate Northern Ireland’s Paris heroes… but make sure we invest in next generation, says Alan Campbell
Alan Campbell knows all about the joy and satisfaction that winning an Olympic medal can bring.
B.C. government considers ’Plan B’ if salmon need help through Chilcotin slide zone
WILLIAMS LAKE, B.C. — Plans to help migrating salmon make it up British Columbia’s Chilcotin River to spawning grounds are in the works after a massive landslide breach created barrier…
Freedom Convoy organizer Pat King out on bail again after alleged breach last week
OTTAWA — Freedom Convoy organizer Pat King was released on bail Friday after spending more than a week in jail on Crown allegations that he breached his bail conditions. The…
Is far-right violence in the UK in retreat?
Thousands of people join demonstrations in the United Kingdom – in support of migrants and against racism. The protests follow days of rioting – stoked by far-right groups and misinformation…
U.S. FDA rejects psychedelic drug treatment for PTSD. Here’s why
Federal health regulators on Friday declined to approve the psychedelic drug MDMA as a therapy for PTSD, a major setback for groups seeking a breakthrough decision in favor of using…
Loved ones remember Morgan Kitchen, the firefighter killed fighting the Jasper wildfire
The Alberta wildland firefighter killed while battling a blaze in Jasper National Park last weekend is being remembered for his bold personality and sense of humour. Alberta Wildfire spokeswoman Melissa…
Hunger strike underway at Pine Grove Correctional Centre
Just days after Saskatchewan’s ombudsman put out a call for complaints about Pine Grove Correctional Centre in Prince Albert, several women began a hunger strike in protest of the conditions…
Manitoba parents voice support for ban on electronic devices in the classroom
Ahead of the upcoming academic year, more jurisdictions are implementing bans on electronic devices in the classroom. Most recently, Saskatchewan introduced an electronic device ban for the fall, making Manitoba…
Family of young person allegedly paid by Huw Edwards say his salary was immoral
The family of the young person that was allegedly paid for explicit sexual photos by the former BBC broadcaster Huw Edwards say they doubt that he will return his salary.…
Bodycam video shows Baltimore cops opening fire on fleeing teen moments after seeing gun
BALTIMORE — Newly released body-camera footage shows three Baltimore police officers unleashing a barrage of gunfire on a fleeing teenage suspect almost immediately after spotting a gun in his hand.…