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Authorities in Norway said Sunday they have euthanized a walrus that had drawn crowds of spectators in the Oslo Fjord after concluding that it posed a risk to humans. The 600-kilogram (1,320-pound) female walrus, known affectionately as Freya, became a popular attraction in Norway in recent weeks, despite warnings from officials that people should refrain

Russian forces on Sunday fired rockets on the Mykolaiv region in southern Ukraine, killing at least one person, and a Russian diplomat called on Ukraine to offer security assurances so that international inspectors could visit a nuclear power station that has come under fire. The Mykolaiv region is just to the north of the Russian-occupied

A delegation of American lawmakers is visiting Taiwan just 12 days after a visit by U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi that angered China. The five-member delegation, led by Democratic Sen. Ed Markey of Massachusetts, will meet senior leaders to discuss U.S.-Taiwan relations, regional security, trade, investment and other issues, the American Institute in Taiwan said.

Quebec’s new language law has dozens of municipalities in the province shoring up their bilingual status, with few considering giving up the right to serve their citizens in both English and French. Almost 90 cities, towns or boroughs in Quebec are considered officially bilingual, a designation allowing them to offer services, post signage and mail

Quebec’s new language law has dozens of municipalities in the province shoring up their bilingual status, with few considering giving up the right to serve their citizens in both English and French. Almost 90 cities, towns or boroughs in Quebec are considered officially bilingual, a designation allowing them to offer services, post signage and mail The post Quebec towns protecting right to serve residents in English after new language law appeared first on CityNews Montreal.

Quebec’s new language law has dozens of municipalities in the province shoring up their bilingual status, with few considering giving up the right to serve their citizens in both English and French. Almost 90 cities, towns or boroughs in Quebec are considered officially bilingual, a designation allowing them to offer services, post signage and mail The post Quebec towns protecting right to serve residents in English after new language law appeared first on CityNews Winnipeg.

Quebec’s new language law has dozens of municipalities in the province shoring up their bilingual status, with few considering giving up the right to serve their citizens in both English and French. Almost 90 cities, towns or boroughs in Quebec are considered officially bilingual, a designation allowing them to offer services, post signage and mail The post Quebec towns protecting right to serve residents in English after new language law appeared first on CityNews Edmonton.

Quebec’s new language law has dozens of municipalities in the province shoring up their bilingual status, with few considering giving up the right to serve their citizens in both English and French. Almost 90 cities, towns or boroughs in Quebec are considered officially bilingual, a designation allowing them to offer services, post signage and mail

A fire ripped through a church in the Egyptian capital of Cairo on Sunday sending huge amounts of thick black smoke into the air as congregants worshipped, killing at least 41 and injuring 14, the Coptic Church said. The cause of the blaze in the Abu Sefein church in the working-class neighborhood of Imbaba was

One person is dead following a shooting at a plaza in Vaughan on Saturday evening. York Regional Police responded to reports of a shooting in a parking lot at a plaza near Highway 27 and Langstaff Road around 8 p.m. Police say a male victim was found suffering from gunshot wounds and was pronounced dead

“Spinal muscular atrophy is a rare condition that affects the nerve cells that control muscle movement,” said Jason Copping. The post What is spinal muscular atrophy (SMA)? appeared first on CityNews Edmonton.

University of Lethbridge researchers will look into how wetlands work by studying the ecosystem of Frank Lake wetland and its watershed. The post University of Lethbridge research focuses on environmental impacts of effluent release appeared first on CityNews Edmonton.

A professor of women’s studies at the University of Alberta says she is sad and worried after a government-run contest awarded a prize to an entry widely criticized for being sexist and racist. Katy Campbell, who teaches women’s and gender studies, believes the Alberta government choosing such an essay to win the third-place prize highlights The post ‘Sad to be an Albertan’: Professor of women’s studies reacts to essay contest controversy appeared first on CityNews Edmonton.

The province is developing safety rest stops along major highways and has put out a request for proposals for those who are interested in participating. The post Alberta to build highway rest stops beginning in 2024 appeared first on CityNews Edmonton.

A University of Calgary scientist is studying “Mars’ geology for signs the planet could have once supported life” using data from the Curiosity Rover.

Two men are facing drugs and weapons charges after they were arrested at a Mississauga nightclub that police have recently warned the public about attending. Peel police were conducting “enhanced patrols” in the parking lot of HER Adult Entertainment Club on Eglinton Avenue West when they investigated a vehicle before 1 a.m. on Saturday. As

A man has been arrested after a beloved Chinatown security guard was assaulted Friday.

Police say a 42-year-old man was stabbed in Montreal’s Sud-Ouest borough early Saturday during an altercation. The alleged attack came just after the man left a bar. Paramedics called police around 4:10 a.m. about the incident on Saint-Jacques Street, near Saint-Philippe Street. Officers say the victim suffered stab wounds to the upper body and was The post Man stabbed after leaving bar in Montreal’s Sud-Ouest: police appeared first on CityNews Montreal.

The importance of greenspace was highlighted during the pandemic and a new report led by York University finds racialized residents face structural and systemic barriers to accessing Toronto’s greenspaces. Eighteen racialized residents from Jane and Finch, along with St. James Town, took photographs as part of the study and is currently on display at Corner

An overnight car fire in a residential sector of Dollard-des-Ormeaux is under investigation by Montreal police (SPVM). Calls coming into 911 around 3:30 a.m. about a vehicle on fire at a home on Malard Street near Alouette Street. Firefighters were called in to put out the blaze, but the car was heavily damaged. Police say The post Police investigating overnight car fire in DDO appeared first on CityNews Montreal.

Quebec boxer David Lemieux is retiring from competition, his management team announced Saturday. Lemieux, 33, ends his career with a 43-5-0 record – with 36 victories by knockout. Among his notable accomplishments, the Laval boxer defeated Gabriel Rosado in December 2014 in his first fight on HBO, earning the NABF belt in the process. In The post Quebec boxer David Lemieux announces retirement appeared first on CityNews Montreal.

Homicide investigators have identified the victim of a targeted shooting in Maple Ridge Friday.

A man is in custody following a brazen shooting incident on Highway 401 in Toronto on Saturday afternoon. Police were called to Yorkdale mall around 2:15 p.m. after getting reports that a man driving a dark blue Acura on the 401 near Allen Road was shooting a gun in the air. The car then drove

Edmonton police are seeking the public’s help to find 64-year-old Hongsang Rho. Police say the missing man left his south Edmonton home on 110 Street and 11 Avenue on Thursday around 7 a.m. The EPS says Rho may have walked into the nearby Blackmud Creek Ravine as he enjoys walking those trails. Police say the The post Missing Edmonton man, 64, may have walked into Blackmud Creek Ravine: EPS appeared first on CityNews Edmonton.

The province’s police watchdog is investigating after officers shot and killed a man while responding to reports of a stabbing in Scarborough on Saturday afternoon. Officers responded to reports that a woman was stabbed near a residence on Midland Avenue, just north of Kingston Road, around 2:30 p.m. Upon arrival at the home they located

Federal regulators who want to enforce new vessel speed rules to help protect rare whales can expect some pushback from ship operators.

People across Winnipeg are mourning a man who dedicated himself to helping the less fortunate and improving the lives of others. Sean Sousa, 33, passed away this week after drowning while swimming at Pine Point Rapids in the Whiteshell Provincial Park. His partner Beverley Smith says the loss has been devastating. “Sean was just this The post Loved ones, community mourn loss of man dedicated to helping less fortunate appeared first on CityNews Winnipeg.

Premier John Horgan announced the byelection for the Surrey South riding Saturday morning, setting the date for Sept. 10.

Montreal North may the hometown of three NBA players but the borough does not have a sports and recreational centre, despite it being a top priority during the municipal government’s re-election campaign. That’s something that has to change, says a community organizer. “There is no huge movie theatres. There is no shopping malls. There is The post Montreal North, hometown of 3 NBA stars, still waiting for promised sports centre appeared first on CityNews Montreal.

The former chairperson of the Société de transport de Montréal (STM) has been tasked with leading the independent probe into the city’s cancelled Pride parade. BACKGROUND: Pride Parade abruptly cancelled due to lack of volunteers, but Montrealers find a way to celebrate The City of Montreal says Philippe Schnobb was selected in order to “maintain The post Former STM chairperson to lead investigation into Montreal Pride parade cancellation appeared first on CityNews Montreal.