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Russia strikes Ukraine after promising retaliation for Belgorod attack
The Ukrainian Air Force said Sunday that it had shot down 21 of 49 drones launched by Russian forces overnight. from …
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December 31, 2023
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‘Reckless’ Red Sea attacks show no sign of ending as trade traffic picks up: commander
Since Operation Prosperity Guardian was announced just over 10 days ago, 1,200 merchant ships have traveled through the…
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December 30, 2023
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2023 in photos: A look back at some of the biggest moments of the year
As 2023 comes to a close, Global News has compiled photos of the biggest moments of the year, which saw its fair share …
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December 30, 2023
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Stowaway somehow survives -50 C flight in plane’s landing gear
The unidentified man was found barely alive in the wheel well during technical checks of the plane after it touched dow…
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December 29, 2023
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Russia launches ‘massive’ aerial attack on Ukraine, killing at least 20
Russia launched 122 missiles and a score of drones against Ukrainian targets, officials said Friday, killing at least 2…
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December 29, 2023
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U.S., Mexico agree to tackle record migration as thousands surge toward border
A caravan of migrants and asylum seekers, many with small children, were trekking north to the U.S.-Mexico border as th…
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December 28, 2023
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Canada opens humanitarian pathway for family members fleeing Sudan conflict
Children, grandchildren, parents, grandparents and siblings of Canadian citizens or permanent residents will be eligibl…
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December 28, 2023
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Russia covered up deaths from Ukraine dam collapse: AP investigation
The dam burst on June 6, causing extensive flooding along the lower Dnipro River, submerging communities across the Ukr…
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December 28, 2023
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Israeli forces raid West Bank refugee camp as Gaza ground offensive expands
Israeli forces raided a refugee camp in the occupied West Bank, killing at least six Palestinians, Palestinian health a…
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December 27, 2023
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The Eiffel Tower is closed to visitors. Here’s why.
Tourists can still access the glass-enclosed esplanade beneath the tower, but access to the 300-meter (984-foot) landma…
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December 27, 2023
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‘Parasite’ actor Lee Sun-kyun found dead in Seoul, police say
Police and emergency officers initially found Lee in what they believed was an unconscious state in the car parked on a…
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December 27, 2023
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The King’s speech: Charles III focuses Christmas address on climate, conflict
It was the king's second Christmas speech since he ascended the throne after his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, died i…
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December 25, 2023
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A look at Egypt’s plan to end the conflict in Gaza
Word of the proposal comes as Israeli airstrikes heavily pounded central and southern Gaza, crushing buildings on famil…
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December 25, 2023
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Commercial ships can safely pass through the Red Sea again: ‘Most welcome news’
Maersk said Sunday that it has received confirmation that Operation Prosperity Guardian (OPG) has been set up and deplo…
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December 24, 2023
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Stolen education: What’s happened since Taliban banned women from university in Afghanistan
This week marks one year since the Taliban abruptly banned women from universities, making Afghanistan the only country…
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December 24, 2023
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Refugee family arrives in B.C. with help from volunteers
Seven of ten family members of the Ahmadi family, who spent two years fleeing the Taliban, finally arrived on Vancouver…
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December 23, 2023
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Police investigating stolen Banksy stop sign in U.K.
The sign was taken less than an hour after the elusive street artist posted a photo of the work on his Instagram page F…
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December 23, 2023
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Ukraine downs three Russian fighter-bomber jets: Zelenskyy
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December 23, 2023
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76 members of one Gaza family killed by Israeli airstrike, as combat expands south
Among the dead were Issam al-Mughrabi, a veteran employee of U.N. Development Program, his wife, and their five childre…
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December 23, 2023
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UN approves Gaza aid resolution that removes call for ‘urgent’ ceasefire
The U.S. abstained from the UN Security Council's vote on the measure, which calls for "urgent steps" tow…
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December 22, 2023
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Alex Batty, British boy missing for 6 years, reveals why he fled his mother
Alex Batty was taken by his mother and grandfather when he was 11 years old, which he now claims they thought was the &…
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December 22, 2023
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Czech police up patrols in public areas, universities after shooting
Czech police tightened security around schools and other public buildings across the country and Prague's Charles U…
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December 22, 2023
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Canada inks landmark bilateral investment agreement with Taiwan
Canada, like most countries, has no formal diplomatic ties with Taiwan, but the two maintain de facto embassies in each…
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December 22, 2023
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Bahamas cruise unexpectedly reroutes angry passengers to Canada, New England
One traveller said she thought she's been 'punked' by the announcement that her family's Christmas crui…
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December 21, 2023
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Could gas prices spike ahead of holiday road trips? What to know
Oil prices typically bottom out around this time of year, but with the Red Sea crisis adding to the uncertainty in the …
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December 21, 2023
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Dutch court sentences man convicted in Amanda Todd case to 6 years
A Dutch man convicted in British Columbia of charges including extortion and harassment in the Amanda Todd case has had…
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December 21, 2023
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Iceland volcano appears to have died down, scientists say
Lava flows from a volcano that erupted in Iceland have eased further, and no volcanic activity is now visible, scientis…
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December 21, 2023
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December 20, 2023
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AI can’t be patent ‘inventor,’ U.K. Supreme Court rules
A U.S. computer scientist on Wednesday lost his bid to register patents over inventions created by his artificial intel…
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December 20, 2023
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Hamas leader in Egypt amid intensive talks on new Gaza ceasefire
Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, who normally resides in Qatar, typically intervenes in diplomacy publicly only when progre…
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December 20, 2023
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JN.1 is now a COVID-19 variant of interest, WHO says
World Health Organization has classified the COVID-19 variant 'JN.1' as a separate 'variant of interest'…
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December 19, 2023
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Iceland volcano misses fishing town of Grindavik — for now
Lava from a large volcanic eruption in Iceland appeared to be flowing away from the only town in the area, offering hop…
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December 19, 2023
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At least 127 people dead after earthquake shakes northwestern China
A strong overnight earthquake rattled a mountainous region of northwestern China, leaving residents out in a below-free…
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December 19, 2023
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U.S., Canada signals may help Turkey move on Sweden’s NATO bid: Erdogan
The U.S. sale of F-16 fighter jets, and the ease of Canada's arms embargo would help Turkey move toward ratifying S…
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December 19, 2023
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Pope approves blessings for same-sex couples if they don’t resemble marriage
The radical change in Vatican policy insists that people seeking God’s love shouldn’t be subject to “an exhaustive mora…
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December 18, 2023
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Conflicts, unease raise profit outlook for U.S. defence industry in 2024
Big defence firms are expecting strong demand in 2024 as the U.S. and its allies focus on what they perceive as more ag…
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December 18, 2023
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Vessels in Red Sea rerouting as Houthi attacks disrupt supply chains
Mounting attacks by the Iran-aligned Yemeni Houthi militant group on ships in the Red Sea are disrupting maritime trade…
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December 18, 2023
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Jewish group wants investigation into online posts following Ottawa terror arrest
CIJA called Facebook posts 'incitement to violence’ and urged police to investigate after RCMP charged an Ottawa yo…
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December 17, 2023
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Over 60 people dead after boat carrying migrants capsizes off Libya
The shipwreck was the latest tragedy in this part of the Mediterranean Sea, a key but dangerous route for migrants seek…
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December 17, 2023
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Notre Dame spire to be crowned with new rooster, marking cathedral’s revival after fire
The new rooster will replace the original that was damaged beyond repair in the 2019 blaze. from : World https://ift.…
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December 16, 2023
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Putin formally nominated as independent candidate in Russian presidential election
The group that nominated Putin included top officials from the ruling United Russia party, prominent Russian actors and…
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December 16, 2023
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Three hostages holding white flag mistakenly killed by troops, Israeli military says
The military official said it was likely that the hostages had been abandoned by their militant captors or had escaped.…
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December 16, 2023
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Prince Harry’s phone knowingly hacked by U.K. tabloid, judge rules
The judge found phone hacking was “widespread” at Mirror Group Newspapers, and Prince Harry was awarded over £140,000 (…
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December 15, 2023
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Alexei Navalny is missing in Russia’s jail system, allies say
Alexei Navalny's allies say it is still unclear where he is after prison authorities said he was no longer in the p…
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December 15, 2023
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White House in ‘intensive’ talks with Israel on next phase of Gaza conflict: Sullivan
Washington is pushing Israel to focus the conflict in Gaza on precise targeting of Hamas leaders rather than widespread…
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December 15, 2023
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Despite brain injury from horrific crash, Canadian sets world record for most degrees
A Nova Scotia woman has recently received the title of the most academic degrees held by any woman worldwide. Dr. Steph…
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December 14, 2023
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Russia’s goals in Ukraine remain unchanged, Putin says
Russian President Vladimir Putin vowed Thursday that there would be no peace in Ukraine until his goals are achieved an…
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December 14, 2023
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Second alleged senior Iranian official sent for deportation hearing under Canadian sanctions
The Immigration Refugee Board said Wednesday it had been asked to hold hearings for Iranmanesh Majid. from : World ht…
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December 13, 2023
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No ticket. No passport. No clue. Russian stowaway somehow flies to U.S., says FBI
Sergey Ochigava claimed he hadn't slept in three days and did not remember how he got on the flight or through secu…
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December 13, 2023
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Israeli ambassador ‘deeply disappointed’ in Canada’s UN vote for a ceasefire
Israel's ambassador says his country is 'deeply disappointed' in Canada's call for a ceasefire, while s…
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December 13, 2023
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COP28: Nations reach deal to ‘transition away’ from fossil fuels
UN climate negotiators directed the world on Wednesday to transition away from fossil fuels in a move the talks chief c…
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December 13, 2023
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Trudeau urges pause in Israel-Hamas conflict, backs ‘sustainable ceasefire’
The joint statement from Trudeau, Australia's Anthony Albanese and New Zealand's Christopher Luxon says there i…
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December 12, 2023
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7.5 tonnes of cocaine hidden in frozen tuna, Spanish police discover
A total of 20 people belonging to two organizations of Balkan origin have been arrested. from : World https://ift.tt/…
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December 12, 2023
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UN climate talks wrap with big promises. Have countries lived up to them?
Climate experts say the pledges are just a fraction of the billions of dollars needed, as climate-driven weather extrem…
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December 12, 2023
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Alexei Navalny’s location in Russia’s prison system still unknown: aide
Russian opposition politician Alexei Navalny's location inside the prison system remains unknown and he again did n…
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December 12, 2023
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Navalny has disappeared within Russia’s prison system, his aides say
Alexei Navalny has disappeared from his prison in Russia and his whereabouts are unknown, his allies say. They say Russ…
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December 11, 2023
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Russian election a chance to show Putin is ‘vulnerable,’ Navalny camp says
Beating Russian President Vladimir Putin in an "election" is "impossible," top aides to jailed oppo…
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December 11, 2023
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Global trade forecast for 2024 ‘highly uncertain’ after 5% contraction in 2023: UN body
Global trade is set to contract by five per cent in 2023 compared to last year, the United Nations trade body said on M…
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December 11, 2023
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COP28: Fossil fuels agreement elusive as conference enters final days
The COP28 climate negotiations entered crunch time on Monday with countries set for a final summit face-off over whethe…
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December 11, 2023
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Conversation with Ian McGarrigle, by RBC Capital Markets
This feedback stems from a compelling conversation RBC Capital Markets engaged with Ian McGarrigle, Chairman of the Wor…
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December 10, 2023
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Tensions are rising between Guyana and Venezuela over a territorial dispute. What to know
Steeped in patriotism, the Venezuelan government is seizing on the fight to boost support ahead of a presidential elect…
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December 10, 2023
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Israel strikes land in Gaza Strip it told Palestinians to evacuate to
The strikes came a day after the United States vetoed a United Nations resolution demanding an immediate humanitarian c…
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December 09, 2023
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Turkey says Canada, U.S. linking drone-camera exports to Sweden’s NATO bid
Canada and the United States were insisting that Ankara ratify Sweden's NATO membership bid before Canada resumes t…
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December 08, 2023
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McDonald’s launches ‘CosMc’s’ concept stores with beverage focus
McDonald's on Wednesday outlined plans to double down on its expansion, eyeing about 10,000 new store openings worl…
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December 07, 2023
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Russia sets 2024 election date as Putin moves closer to 5th term as president
Russian lawmakers on Thursday set the date of the country's 2024 presidential election for March 17, moving Vladimi…
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December 07, 2023
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Israel-Hamas conflict rages in Gaza’s 2nd largest city, blocking aid from population
Israel's offensive has sent tens of thousands of Palestinians fleeing to the territory's southernmost edge and …
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December 07, 2023
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Dozens with ties to Iranian regime caught by Canada’s sanctions
Roohollah Firooznam, used to sell security cameras used by the Iranian government, and was supposed to have been deport…
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December 07, 2023
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UN chief invokes rare Security Council warning on Gaza conflict’s global risks
Antonio Guterres invoked Article 99 of the U.N. Charter that allows him to raise "any matter which in his opinion …
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December 06, 2023
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Assembly of First Nations to elect new national chief in special assembly
It's election day for the Assembly of First Nations, where chiefs in the assembly or their proxies will decide who&…
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December 06, 2023
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Zelenskyy assures Ukrainians of victory as U.S. aid hangs in the balance
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told Ukrainians on Wednesday that Kyiv would defeat Russia and win a fair peace "aga…
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December 06, 2023
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Senior Iranian official caught in Toronto
Canadian immigration officials are seeking the deportation of Seyed Salman Samani. from : World https://ift.tt/9PrSjl…
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December 06, 2023
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At least 22 climbers dead in Indonesia’s Mount Marapi volcano eruption
Rescuers searching the hazardous slopes of Indonesia's Mount Marapi volcano found 11 more bodies of climbers who we…
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December 05, 2023
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To phase out or phase down fossil fuels? Inside the debate at COP28
After days of shaving off the edges of key warming issues, climate negotiators Tuesday zeroed in on the tough job of de…
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December 05, 2023
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Hong Kong activist Agnes Chow activist says desire for freedom led her to flee to Canada
Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Agnes Chow, who fled to Canada while free on bail, says she won't return home amid…
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December 05, 2023
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Israel intensifies bombardment of Gaza’s 2nd largest city in new phase of conflict
Under U.S. pressure to prevent further mass casualties, Israel says it is being more precise as it widens its offensive…
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December 05, 2023
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‘Nearly out of time’ to help Ukraine as aid dries up: White House to Congress
The letter from the White House's budget director represents the starkest warning yet that existing U.S. funding fo…
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December 04, 2023
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It’s time to cast your vote for People’s Choice Wildlife Photographer of 2023
A polar bear sleeping on an iceberg, a smooching pair of hares and elephant kicking up garbage are just a few of this y…
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December 04, 2023
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Hong Kong activist Agnes Chow moves to Canada, says she plans to skip bail
Agnes Chow announced she is studying at a Canadian university in Toronto and intends to never return to Hong Kong. fr…
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December 04, 2023
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8th Canadian confirmed killed since start of Israel-Hamas conflict, GAC says
Global Affairs Canada says the death of the Canadian citizen was in Lebanon, but offered no further details in an updat…
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December 04, 2023
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Man arrested in Morocco allegedly behind fake bomb threats in Quebec: police
The arrest follows what police describe as a mass e-mailing of fake bomb threats across Canada and other countries dema…
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December 03, 2023
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More Canadians approved to leave Gaza through Rafah crossing: reports
A new document published by Gaza's General Authority for Crossings and Borders shows 165 names under the "Cana…
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December 03, 2023
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Expressing Individuality Through Fashion: Breaking Free from Trends and Embracing Your Unique Style In a world a…
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Israel offensive targets crowded Gaza despite urge to protect civilians
At least 200 Palestinians have been killed since the fighting resumed Friday morning following the weeklong truce with …
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December 02, 2023
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COP28: A Canadian lawyer’s backchannel strategy to force polluters to act
A Canadian human rights lawyer is trying a different approach to compel the world's biggest polluters to compel nat…
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December 02, 2023
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UN deplores ‘catastrophic’ resumption of fighting in Gaza
The United Nations deplored the resumption of conflict in Gaza on Friday, describing the hostilities as "catastrop…
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December 01, 2023
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For the first time since the frantic search for the lost Titan submersible this summer, Global News is able to paint a …
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