Moment of silence at Capitol for 1M COVID deaths
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi led a bipartisan group of lawmakers in moment of silence at the Capitol to mark one million COVID deaths in the U.S. (May 12)
A former Regina doctor accused of sexually assaulting five women has been found not guilty of all charges. There was silence in the courtroom at Regina Court of Queen's Bench Wednesday as Justice Brian Scherman read his decision. The trial began in January and included testimony from five women, as well as Ukabam, who said during the trial he was shocked about the accusations. The Crown alleged the former gastroenterologist sexually assaulted five patients during medical exams between 2010 and 2
An ongoing ban on landing endangered shortfin mako sharks is likely to mean a majority survive accidental capture in the Canadian longline fishery, according to a federal assessment. Two years ago, the Department of Fisheries and Oceans ordered the release of all makos — dead or alive — when landed unintentionally. Canada doesn't have a targeted mako fishery. Under Canadian leadership, the policy of not retaining makos was adopted in 2022 on a temporary basis by dozens of other fishing nations b
Tickets for the Red Lot viewing party outside the Scotiabank Saddledome sold out quickly for Wednesday night's game as the Calgary Flames enter Round 2 of the NHL playoffs against the Edmonton Oilers. The Red Lot will open at 5:30 p.m., two hours before the scheduled puck drop. The city is introducing measures to ensure safety for fans during tonight's celebrations, according to a news release. Extra police and peace officers will be present on 17th Avenue S.W. Traffic will be blocked from 17th
Giselle Marion remembers her father, Daniel Marion, as someone who served the Tłı̨chǫ region and spent his life giving back to his community. Her father passed away May 12 after a life of dedicating himself to the communities he lived in and advocating for housing, economic development and Indigenous rights. He was 76. "He was really dedicated to his life in the North and to the Tłı̨chǫ people and I think that should be remembered," said Giselle. Born in Manitoba, Dan moved to the N.W.T. during
The Wood Buffalo RCMP has a new unit focused on investigations into sexual assault and domestic violence. The Specialized Investigative Unit (SIU) started in January 2022 and was pioneered by Cpl. Miranda Williams. The unit reviews sexual assault files that come to the detachment. Williams said the unit will either support the officers investigating the file or take over the investigation if the incident is more complicated. The unit is made up of one corporal and six constables. Williams said s
Families who lost loved ones in the destruction of Flight PS752 are demanding that Canada Soccer abandon its plan to host Iran for a men's soccer friendly next month in Vancouver. The families call the planned match a slap in the face and say they want the federal government to refuse to grant visas to Iranian soccer players and those travelling with the team. "They have no understanding, they have no sympathy, they have no hearts, in my opinion, Canada Soccer," said Hamed Esmaeilion, spokespers
WASHINGTON (AP) — Scottish leader Nicola Sturgeon said in an interview Tuesday that Europe's crisis over Russia's war in Ukraine only makes Scotland's drive for independence more important, and maintained Scotland should play its “full part” ensuring stability and security in Europe as an eventual member of NATO. Sturgeon spoke to The Associated Press on her first trip to the United States since the pandemic lockdown. Her visit is focused on Scotland's strong progress toward renewable energy and
As the massive rear door of the Canadian C-17 Globemaster lowered to the runway in rainy Prestwick, Scotland, members of Canadian Forces Base Trenton's 8 Wing tactical airlift detachment pounced. Within minutes, uniformed soldiers had unloaded pallets filled with what Canada's military euphemistically refers to as "lethal" and "non-lethal" aid — until one heavy load stopped them in their tracks. It took at least 10 soldiers, a forklift and a lot of grunting and groaning before the secretive, hea
Spurred by a climate change-fueled drought, a water rights battle is brewing between Colorado and Nebraska. Nebraska plans to build a canal in Colorado to divert water from the South Platte River, afraid there won’t be enough to go around. (May 18)
State Sen. Doug Mastriano won the Republican nomination for Pennsylvania’s open governor’s office on Tuesday. (May 17)
Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon says it's "shameful" for British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's government to play politics with the Brexit deal. (May 17)
Alberta Premier Jason Kenney said Wednesday he is stepping down as leader of the United Conservative Party after the party announced he had won a leadership review with just 51.4 per cent of votes. Here is some of the political reaction: "He was a fine leader. He worked so hard for this province, uniting us Conservatives together back in 2016 and his heart was in this province. And now he's gone. He's going to do wonderful things with his life and his career, but it's a loss to our party." — Jan
In some areas of the K'atl'odeeche First Nation reserve, pavement is caving in and buildings are leaning against power poles — but volunteers are getting as much cleaned up on Tuesday morning as they can. Tuesday afternoon, the First Nation in N.W.T. says members can return to their homes. Most of K'atl'odeeche's residents have been displaced since last Wednesday night, when floodwaters from the Hay River surged into the reserve and the town of Hay River and forced the evacuation of both areas.
U.S. Rep. Ted Budd and former state Supreme Court Chief Justice Cheri Beasley won their respective Senate primaries on Tuesday, setting up a fall election matchup that should again test former President Donald Trump’s influence in North Carolina. (May 18)
Toronto FC wingback Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty and midfielder Kosi Thompson highlight Canada's 60-man provisional roster ahead of next month’s CONCACAF Men’s Under-20 Championship. The provisional list features some other familiar names with a Borjan, Bunbury, De Rosario, Herdman and Bontis. The Canadian roster will be whittled down to 18 outfield players and two goalkeepers ahead of the 20-team tournament slated for June 18 to July 3 in Honduras. Canada has been drawn in Group E with the U.S., Cub
U.S. authorities on Monday announced the discovery of an underground smuggling tunnel on the U.S.-Mexican border between Tijuana and San Diego. (May 17)
Chris Daken isn't sure the government has made enough changes to prevent his daughter's death if she were to walk into an emergency room today — exactly 15 months after she asked for help at a Fredericton hospital and walked out without any. Even with all of the promised reform, Daken isn't sure Lexi would be given the help that she needed. "I have the hope that she would have been," he said. "But I would still be skeptical that she would." Sixteen-year-old Lexi went to the emergency room at a F
Although the psychedelic drug is still considered illegal except for special circumstances, Health Canada has now authorized a patient in Quebec to be treated for depression using magic mushrooms. Dan Spector explains how psilocybin affects the brain, and the push for easier access to this treatment.
Here's the latest for Tuesday May 17th: Ukraine tries to rescue remaining forces from steel plant; Investigators say accused Buffalo gunman may have planned for months; Primary day in Pennsylvania; Biden administration to allow more baby formula imports.
The Scottish First Minister in an interview with the AP says Russia's war with Ukraine makes Scotland’s independence drive more crucial and demands that Scotland play its “full part” in ensuring stability in Europe as an eventual member of NATO. (May 17)