Algoma layoffs, hidden fire in a Toronto highrise, WHO on GLPs, and more
Algoma Steel is laying off about a thousand workers — roughly a third of its workforce. The company is pointing to the effects of U.S. tariffs. But it also had government help: half a billion dollars that was supposed to keep workers on the job.And: A fire has been burning through a Toronto highrise complex for more than four days now. But no one can see it. It’s smouldering between the concrete walls of two connected buildings, posing an especially complex challenge to firefighters.Also: For the first time, the World Health Organization is recommending GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic as a treatment for obesity. It’s a condition that affects millions, and costs billions. But how much medications can help will depend in part on who can get access.Plus: Officials in Manitoba begin another painstaking search in another landfill for the remains of two Indigenous women, the Trump administration faces accusations of war crimes in connection to strikes on an alleged Caribbean drug boat, and more.
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Russia-Ukraine peace talks, Indigenous opposition to pipeline, Italian actresses demand accountability from their industry, and more
U.S. and Ukrainian officials held another round of talks today - in hopes of getting closer to a peace plan to bring Russia's war on Ukraine to an end. Both delegations called the meeting productive, but there are still concerns that a peace deal will be tilted is Russia's favour.Also: Opposition is mounting against the Alberta‑Ottawa pipeline deal - made official this past week by Prime Minister Mark Carney and Premier Danielle Smith. First Nations leaders warn it would devastate their clean, coastal waters. And their pushback could stall, or even halt the project.And: A group of Italian actresses says their country has become a safe haven for men accused and found liable of sexual assault. We'll tell you more on what observers call a culture of silence and impunity, in Italy’s entertainment world.Plus: Refugees from Mali in Mauritania, Funding cuts to HIV-AIDS treatment and prevention, Lobster fishing rights in Nova Scotia, and more.
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Ukraine strikes Russian oil tankers, Extreme weather in Southeast Asia, Danielle Smith sells her Ottawa deal to her party, and more
Ukranian and Russian officials are gearing up for potential peace talks - but those efforts are being overshadowed by continued violence. As Kyiv suffered from Russian attacks on Friday, Ukraine struck two Russian oil tankers that are part of their so-called 'shadow fleet'. Also: A natural disaster -- turning catastrophic. Sri Lanka has declared a state of emergency after a cyclone killed at least 150 people. The storm is now barreling towards southern India. It's part of a broader crisis of extreme weather seen across Southeast Asia.And: Alberta's premier is trying to sell her energy agreement with Ottawa to her political base. During a speech at the United Conservative Party's annual general meeting, Danielle Smith pilloried her political rivals and promoted the Memorandum of Understanding she signed on Thursday as a political win. Plus: A sinking town in the Himalayas, A documentary on a dog war hero, and more.
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Pipeline politics, Trump crackdown on immigration, is “Buy Canadian” over? And more
The federal Liberals insist they’re more united than ever — one day after a cabinet minister quit over changing environmental policies.And: U.S. President Donald Trump vows to “permanently pause” immigration from what he calls Third World countries, after an Afghan national who had been granted asylum is accused of shooting two National Guard members.Also: What happened to “Buy Canadian”? Statistics Canada says more than two-thirds of businesses haven’t seen an increase for their Canadian products.Plus: Measles cases surge around the world, Israel military investigating after border police officers are caught on video shooting dead two Palestinian men who appeared to be surrendering, Ticketmaster refunds Olivia Dean fans, and more.
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Alberta and Ottawa shake hands on an energy agreement, former Liberal environment minister quits cabinet, Quebec beefs up its secularism law, U.S. National Guard shootings, and more
Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith agree to a pipeline proposal that could flow oil through British Columbia to the Pacific Coast. The partnership is billed as a win for cooperation between Alberta and Ottawa, but it’s already creating some political loss, in the form of pushback from B.C., and a resignation from the Carney cabinet.And: Quebec extends its religious symbols ban to include public prayer, funding for private religious schools, and ‘exclusively’ religious menus at public institutions, like hospitals or daycares.Also: Authorities in the U.S. up their investigation into Wednesday’s National Guard shootings in Washington, D.C., while calling the incident an ‘ambush-style’ attack. One of the victims has died - while the other remains in critical condition. The suspect is reportedly an Afghan national.Plus: Hong Kong fire aftermath, Gaza’s ongoing aid needs, and more.
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