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U.S. President Joe Biden arrived in Israel on Wednesday, beginning a visit to consult on the spiralling Gaza war a day after a deadly blast at a Gaza City hospital inflamed tensions and led to the cancellation of his planned summit with Arab leaders.  Hamas, Israel trade blame over deadly …

U.S. President Joe Biden leaves on Tuesday on a whirlwind trip to Israel and Jordan to get an update on Israel’s war aims in its looming battle with Hamas militants and stress the need to get humanitarian assistance to Gaza civilians.  Biden has given full support to Tel Aviv, but …

Amal Zeidan’s family member was a Palestinian paramedic who was murdered trying to save lives amid war. Zeidan is one of many Canadians reacting to the Canadian government’s statements about the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict and latest news from the region. “The views of Canadian leaders and politicians are completely biased …

Bloc Québécois, NDP and most Liberal MPs on the House of Commons public accounts committee voted Tuesday to shut down debate on a Conservative motion that would have prompted a study of the CBC’s coverage of the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict.  CBC News language guide says use of the word terrorism …

A Canadian woman whose marriage to a notorious ISIS fighter linked to the abduction, torture and beheading of Western hostages is being made public for the first time says she was “oblivious to what was going on” when she lived with him in Syria. Dure Ahmed appeared in Brampton, Ont., …

The NHL and PWHL have been working together ahead of the league’s expected launch in January 2024, with the NHL sharing advice and helping plan special events and games. But NHL executive Susan Cohig confirmed it’s not a financial relationship.  Collaboration between leagues could also include PWHL games in NHL …

At a Glance Gerry Abadiano led the way as University of the Philippines turned back De La Salle, 67-64, to remain as the only unscathed team in the first round of the UAAP Season 86 men’s basketball tournament on Wednesday, Oct. 18, at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay …

Toronto police have identified a woman who died after a shooting in the city’s west end Sunday. Officers were initially called to an address on Davenport Road, near St. Clair Avenue West and Old Weston Road, around 10:30 p.m. Police say they found a man with a knife, and he …

Our hair, often lovingly referred to as our “Crowning Glory,” is more than a physical attribute; it’s a powerful tool for self-expression, boosting our confidence and allowing us to feel our best. Regardless of its texture, thickness, or color, our hair plays an essential role in defining our identity. Embracing …

Over the five years since cannabis was legalized in Canada, producers have faced restrictive market factors like packaging and tax rules. As the industry continues its slow crawl toward profitability, many are now heavily focusing on other parts of their companies to protect themselves from further upheaval.  Edmonton-based Aurora Cannabis …