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Drone attacks hit near US embassy in Baghdad

Fires have broken out in Baghdad’s Green Zone after a drone swarm, purportedly launched by Iran-aligned groups.

Winnipeg Jets rally late before falling to Nashville 4-3 in shootout

Jonathan Toews tied the game with just over a minute left but all three Winnipeg shooters failed to score in the shootout.

Saskatoon businesses concerned about 1st Avenue rapid transit plan

Saskatoon's new bus rapid transit is facing some backlash from Downtown Businesses as they are concerned about the loss of parking and bus lanes on 1st Avenue.

Experts discuss ‘Israeli strategy’ in killing of senior Iran official Ali L

Ross Harrison joins a panel on what the US and Israel are seeking with their killing of senior Iranian leaders.

‘We’ll be doing something with Cuba very soon’, Trump says

While waging war on Iran, the US president and his secretary of state are demanding a leadership change in Cuba.

Alberta’s Smith says she took private flight on behalf of Saudi government

The premier travelled to Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates in 2025 to discuss potential collaborations on energy development, artificial intelligence and more.

LTM Named NVIDIA Partner Network ‘Rising Star Consulting Partner of the Year’ at NVIDIA GTC 2026

MUMBAI, India — LTM, the Business Creativity partner to the world’s largest enterprises, has been recognized as the NVIDIA Partner Network (NPN) ‘Rising Star Consulting Partner of the Year’ at NVIDIA GTC 2026. The award recognizes LTM’s strong collaboration with NVIDIA and its growing impact in helping enterprises move from AI experimentation to scalable, enterprise-ready […]

Call of the Wilde: Montreal Canadiens win 3-2 OT thriller over Boston Bruins

The Habs needed a result against the Boston Bruins at the Bell Centre, and they got it in thrilling fashion with a 3-2 overtime win. Brian Wilde has more.

Toshiba Releases Photovoltaic-Output Photocoupler for Automotive Equipment

―Housed in a thin package with long creepage distance and high isolation voltage― KAWASAKI, Japan — Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation (“Toshiba”) has launched a photovoltaic-output photocoupler, “ TLX9920”, in a thin, long-creepage-distance SO6L package, for solid state relays (SSR)[1] in automotive equipment. Volume shipments start today. Demand is growing for automotive equipment relay […]

Passengers recount QEII drive-by shooting that killed Edmonton man: ‘No one deserves this’

Three childhood friends were on a trip from Edmonton to Banff when their car was shot at while they drove down the QEII south of Leduc, killing 22-year-old Birinder Singh.

Cirque du Soleil show goes backstage with renowned crew

Cirque Life debuts March 19 on CBC and CBC Gem

Over 200 Ukrainian military experts in Gulf region to counter Iran’s drones

Ukraine President Zelenskyy says Moscow, Tehran 'brothers in hatred'; claims Iran's drones 'contain Russian components'.

Eco Oro Completes Second Tranche of US$4.5 Million Financing

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Eco Oro Minerals Corp. (CSE: EOM) (“Eco Oro” or the “Company”) announces it has completed the second tranche of a previously announced private placement (the “Private Placement”) of 2025 contingent value rights certificates (“2025 CVRs”). The Private Placement was completed in two tranches: (i) a first […]

New York Islanders down Maple Leafs 3-1

Calum Ritchie had a goal and an assist on a pair of first-period power plays as the New York Islanders topped the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-1 on Tuesday.

Who is Joe Kent, and why did he resign as Trump’s counterterrorism chief?

Kent is the highest-level official to leave Trump administration over the US president's decision to wage war on Iran.

Larijani’s warning to US, Israel before his killing

Ali Larijani, the late secretary of Iran’s SNSC, warned the US and Israeli that killing leaders would strengthen Iran.

Burning debris from missile interceptions showers Dubai

Witness videos captured missile interceptors launching and burning debris raining from the sky in Dubai.

Calgary councillor looks to make northeast intersection safer: ‘It is dangerous’

Twelve-year-old Bentley St. John was on his way to school when he was hit by a white vehicle in a marked crosswalk at Taradale Drive and Taravista Way.

Is the Cowichan land title ruling affecting property appraisals?

Some B.C. appraisers tell Global News that they are getting a lot of questions about the Cowichan ruling and because of that, they are starting to make it more visible.

Kolibri Global Energy Inc. Announces 2025 Proved Developed Reserve Increase of 30% and Year End Earnings Call

THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. — Kolibri Global Energy Inc. (the “Company” or “KGEI”) (TSX: KEI, NASDAQ: KGEI) is providing the results of its December 31, 2025, independent reserves evaluation. All amounts are in US$ unless otherwise stated. Wolf Regener, President and CEO, commented: “We are very pleased that our proved developed producing reserves increased by 30 […]

Kelowna restaurant broken into twice in 24 hours

Police say the first incident happened around 6 a.m. . Then, just 24 hours later, it happened again.

Saskatchewan finance minister says deficit budget aims to protect provincial services

Saskatchewan's finance minister Jim Reiter tells reporters Tuesday he is opting to re-wear last year's budget shoes as the province braces for a deficit budget.

Edmonton aims to kibosh restrictive covenants in name of grocery access, food affordability

Restrictive covenants are common in the grocery industry to prevent competition, but Edmonton's city council is asking the province to change the rules so food is more affordable.

Iran war live: Tehran mourns Larijani, Soleimani; 2 killed in Israel

Iran launches attacks on Israel, killing two, as Bahrain, Qatar, UAE, and Saudi Arabia intercept more missiles, drones.

Israel killed Larijani hoping to ‘torpedo’ chance of US-Iran talks

Marwan Bishara says Israel’s assassination of Larijani is calculated to prolong the war and bring about regime change.

Pakistan ‘strongly’ rejects claim it struck Kabul hospital

Pakistan’s Minister for Information “strongly” rejects the claim Pakistan was behind an air strike on a Kabul hospital.

Winnipeg councillors point to steep school tax hikes following provincial changes

The Manitoba government is facing calls to contain rising education property taxes.

Families search for loved ones after deadly attack on Kabul hospital

Family members have gathered by the rubble of a hospital in Kabul searching for their loved ones after an air attack.

Danielle Smith hopes to balance Alberta budget even with moderate oil prices

Danielle Smith addressed the Rural Municipalities of Alberta conference, hearing concerns on everything from health care access to infrastructure woes and unpaid oil and gas taxes.

Canadian travel to U.S. continues to drop, Statistics Canada data shows

The Statistics Canada data, released March 10, shows Canadians are still travelling, just less frequently to the United States.

Calgary city council approves $609M to cover feeder main, water system upgrades

The move brings the total cost associated with Calgary's Bearspaw feeder main to $439 million, which includes $381 million to pay for the replacement project.

Migraine sufferers in southern Alberta struggle to find affordable treatments

While southern Alberta's famous Chinooks are famous for the warm weather they bring, for some they are also infamous for the 'pounding, throbbing' headaches that accompany them.

Chile’s President Kast tosses out dozens of environmental protections

Chilean Environment Ministry suspends 43 measures touching on issues such as pollution, emissions and national parks.

News Release Re Shareholder Rights Plan

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Swiss Water Decaffeinated Coffee Inc. (the “Company”) (TSX:SWP) announces that its Board of Directors (the “Board”) has approved the adoption of a Shareholder Rights Plan, pursuant to a Shareholder Rights Plan Agreement entered into with Computershare Investor Services Inc., as Rights Agent, dated and effective March […]

CAF strips Senegal of AFCON title, Morocco declared African champions

Governing body's appeal board rules Senegal forfeited final after players' walked off pitch over referring decision.

Canada’s Kerri Einarson wins 5th straight game at women’s world curling playdowns

Team Canada's Kerri Einarson scored four points in the eighth end to defeat Italy and stay unbeaten at the World Women's Curling Championship in Calgary.

Cizzle Brands Corporation Releases Fiscal Q2 2026 Results

TORONTO — Cizzle Brands Corporation (Cboe Canada: CZZL; OTCQB: CZZLF; Frankfurt: 8YF) (“Cizzle Brands” or the “Company”), the sports nutrition company that is elevating the game in health and wellness, today announced its financial results for the three and six months ended January 31, 2026. The quarter was highlighted by the successful closing of the […]

Cuba’s political system is not on the table in talks with U.S., envoy says

‘We are open to receive any American interests, businessmen, or whatever,’ the envoy said, adding the main obstacle to that is the U.S. trade embargo on Cuba

Vinicius Jr scores twice as Real Madrid knock Man City out of UCL last 16

Madrid ease into quarterfinals by beating 10-man City 2-1 at the Etihad to complete a 5-1 aggregate victory.

Argentina officially withdraws from World Health Organization, following US

Argentinian President Javier Milei has criticised the global health body for its response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Manitoba bill targets technology that could alter grocery prices for some shoppers

The Manitoba government says it's moving to ban what it calls "predatory pricing'' on groceries, even though the issue hasn't been seen locally.

Ottawa appeals Emergencies Act use during ‘Freedom Convoy’ to Supreme Court

The federal government is appealing a January ruling from the Federal Court of Appeal that upheld the use of the emergencies law breached Charter rights.

SES Successfully Prices €650 million of SPACE Hybrid Securities

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Recon Analytics Acquires Atom Insights, Expanding Global Device Intelligence

BOSTON & MONTREAL — Recon Analytics has acquired Atom Insights, a device market intelligence firm with operations in Canada and India. Terms were not disclosed. Hanish Bhatia, Founder of Atom Insights, joins Recon Analytics as Vice President of Device Intelligence. Bhatia previously served as Associate Director at Counterpoint Research, where he covered global smartphone and […]

Tipster claims to have seen ‘grave-like plots’ at Epstein’s Zorro Ranch

Member of the public shares photos with lawmakers, speculating they are dug-up burial sites, emails show.

One person killed in Trent Avenue fatal fire

One person is dead after a house fire in East Kildonan Monday night.

Iran ‘negotiating’ with FIFA to relocate World Cup games to Mexico

The first-round matches would move from the United States, says officials, citing the conflict in the Middle East

Rimini Street Announces Participation in the ROTH Capital Partners 38th Annual Investor Conference

LAS VEGAS — Rimini Street, Inc. (Nasdaq: RMNI), a global provider of end-to-end enterprise software support, managed services and Agentic AI ERP innovation solutions, and the leading third-party support provider for Oracle, SAP and VMware software, today announced the following upcoming ROTH Capital Partners Investor Conference, March 23 and 24, 2026, in Laguna Niguel, California: […]

IIU investigating after man accuses officer of police HQ assault

Manitoba's independent police watchdog is investigating after a man accused an officer of assaulting him at Winnipeg police headquarters.

Ontario expanding bring-your-own-booze rules to include festivals

The province announced the move on Tuesday afternoon, suggesting it would drive local tourism and economic growth by boosting attendance at some festivals.

The 5:30 ET front page: McGuinty explains silence over Iranian strike on Canadian base, the call to ban ‘glorification’ of terrorism and more

Catch up on the stories we’re following today

Gran Tierra Energy Inc. Announces Strategic Partnership with Ecopetrol for The Development of Fields in the Middle Magdalena Valley Adjacent to Gran Tierra’s Largest Producing Field

CALGARY, Alberta, March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Gran Tierra Energy Inc. (“Gran Tierra” or the “Company”) (NYSE American:GTE)(TSX:GTE)(LSE:GTE) is pleased to announce that it has signed a contract (collectively, “the Contract”) whereby the Company is expected to earn, subject to regulatory approvals and other conditions precedent, a 49 percent working interest (“WI”) in the […]

The Cannabist Company Further Extends Forbearance Agreement With Senior Noteholders

CHELMSFORD, Mass. — The Cannabist Company Holdings Inc. (Cboe CA: CBST) (OTCQB: CBSTF) (“The Cannabist Company” or the “Company”), one of the most experienced cultivators, manufacturers, and retailers of cannabis products in the United States, today announced that the ad hoc group of noteholders of the Company’s 9.25% Senior Secured Notes due December 31, 2028 […]

Gran Tierra Energy Inc. Provides AGM Update and Announces Board Changes

CALGARY, Alberta, March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Gran Tierra Energy Inc. (“Gran Tierra” or the “Company”) (NYSE American:GTE) (TSX:GTE) (LSE:GTE) announces that the Company has scheduled its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders to be held on Friday, May 8, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Mountain Time, 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Our Annual Meeting will be […]

Deep Sea Minerals Corp. Clarifies Disclosure at the Request of the BCSC

Vancouver, BC, March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Deep Sea Minerals Corp. (CSE: SEAS) (OTCQB: DSEAF) (FSE: X45) (“Deep Sea” or the “Company”) announces that, as a result of a review by the British Columbia Securities Commission (“BCSC”), we are issuing the following press release related to our disclosure and promotional activities. The promotions on […]

‘Rot in jail’: Ford criticizes child killer being granted unescorted absences

Durham Regional Police issued a warning about the Darren Scott Ray's first release into the community, advising he had a history of serious criminal convictions, including murder.

Trump says US does not ‘need’ Strait of Hormuz help, despite appeal

US president strikes defiant tone as allies reject joining coalition, does not name countries he said 'on their way'.

Canada mortgage billionaire buys stake in The Economist magazine

It's the first ownership shake-up in the storied British current affairs magazine in a decade

Who was Ali Larijani, Iran’s powerful insider?

Iran has confirmed that security chief Ali Larijani has been killed.

Liberal government appeals Emergencies Act decisions to the Supreme Court

Federal government trying one last time to validate its invocation of the Emergencies Act to deal with the 2022 Freedom Convoy protests

Zymeworks to Present Clinical and Preclinical Data on ADC Programs Including Novel RAS ADC Platform at AACR Annual Meeting

New clinical data from Phase 1 trial of ZW191 to be presented in an oral presentation on April 21 Preclinical data highlight combination potential for ZW191, a folate receptor alpha (FR⍺)-targeting antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) New ADC candidates, including ZW437 and ZW418, demonstrate strong activity across RAS-mutated cancers based on a novel pan-RAS inhibitor ADC platform […]

AGF Investments Announces Pricing Reductions, Fund Terminations and Fund Merger

TORONTO, March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As part of its ongoing commitment to regularly review its product lineup, AGF Investments Inc. (AGF Investments) (TSX:AGF.B) today announced a series of changes to further streamline its product suite, including pricing reductions, fund terminations and a fund merger. These changes support AGF Investments’ goal of ensuring clients […]

PIMCO Canada Corp. Announces Quarterly Distributions for PIMCO Canada Exchange Traded Series

Not for distribution to United States newswire services or for dissemination in the United States TORONTO — PIMCO Canada Corp. (“PIMCO Canada”) today announced the 2026 first quarter cash distributions for the ETF series (“ETF Series”) of the PIMCO Canada mutual funds that distribute quarterly (“Funds”). Unitholders of record of the ETF Series, at the […]

PIMCO Canada Corp. Announces Monthly Distributions for PIMCO Canada Exchange Traded Series

Not for distribution to United States newswire services or for dissemination in the United States TORONTO — PIMCO Canada Corp. (“PIMCO Canada”) today announced the 2026 March cash distributions for the ETF series (“ETF Series”) of the PIMCO Canada mutual funds that distribute monthly (“Funds”). Unitholders of record of the ETF Series, at the close […]

McGuinty cites ‘policy of being very careful’ for government silence on Iranian strike at Canadian base

The defence minister accused the Conservative Party of compromising security of Canadian military members stationed in the region

Calgary man charged after RCMP seize ‘significant’ amount of drugs, cash

RCMP estimate the total value of the drugs seized, including fentanyl, cocaine, methamphetamine and carfentanil, at approximately $450,000.

FIFA rejects Iran’s request to move World Cup matches from US to Mexico

The 2026 World Cup matches will be played as per schedule announced last year, the football organisation says.

Hundreds of groups urge Quebec government to scrap controversial constitution

Hundreds of organizations across the province are calling on the government to scrap its proposed constitution. Critics say the process has been flawed from the start.

Greystone Housing Impact Investors LP Schedules Fourth Quarter 2025 Earnings Conference Call and Issues Investor Schedule K-1s

OMAHA, Neb., March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Greystone Housing Impact Investors LP (NYSE: GHI) (the “Partnership”) announced that it will host a conference call for investors on Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time to discuss the Partnership’s Fourth Quarter 2025 results. Additional information regarding the conference call is included below. The […]

Giga Metals Announces Non-Brokered Private Placement of Flow-Through Shares

NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRES OR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Giga Metals Corp. (“Giga Metals” or the “Company”) (TSX-V: GIGA; OTCQB: GIGGF; FSE: BRR2) is pleased to announce a non-brokered private placement (the “Private Placement”) consisting of 8,181,818 flow-through shares of the Company (“FT […]

Lytton wildfire rebuild lacked legal framework from province, auditor general says

The review was prompted by concerns raised by the public and members of the B.C. legislature about the progress and cost of recovery, the report notes.

Jewish groups press Liberals to ban ‘glorification’ of terrorism such as praising Hamas attacks

Initial bipartisan attempts to include language to that effect were rejected by the parliamentary justice committee

World Anti-Doping Agency agrees to limit athlete data use, watchdog says

Canada's privacy commissioner said the agency agreed to measures to ensure international sports bodies only use highly sensitive personal information for anti-doping purposes.

Canadian dollar’s resilience at risk as central bankers meet

Some see the loonie as well positioned if a longer-term conflict leads to a protracted disruption to energy markets

Diners witness drone interception attempt overhead in Baghdad

Diners at a restaurant in Baghdad witnessed the moment a C-RAM air defence system attempted to intercept a drone.

Liberals are almost guaranteed a majority — but 172 seats would be a ‘poison pill’

A win in the Montreal-area riding would ensure a more "secure" majority

Department of Energy Mandates Centralia Unit 2 Remain Available for Operation for Additional 90 Days

CALGARY, Alberta, March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — TransAlta Corporation (TransAlta or the Company) (TSX: TA) (NYSE: TAC) confirms that its subsidiary, TransAlta Centralia Generation LLC, has received an order (The Order) from the United States Department of Energy. The Order mandates that Centralia Unit 2 in Washington State remain available for operation, for a […]

Free spots available for FIFA Fan Fest, but ‘premium experience’ will cost money

Premium experiences, including reserved seating within the amphitheatre for 7,400 people and dedicated fast-track entry lanes, will be available for purchase.

Man who raped and murdered 14-year-old boy in 1986 given unescorted leave from prison

Darren Scott Ray, 65, was given a life sentence for the murder of Darren Pepin, who was tortured, sodomized and strangled. Police and the local MP oppose his release

Colombia’s Petro accuses Ecuador of bombing near border

Leaders of Colombia and Ecuador trade allegations after Gustavo Petro says 27 charred bodies found on country's border.

Nicotine-pouch maker Zonnic criticizes Conservative MP for promoting foreign competitor

Imperial Tobacco Canada, the maker of Zonnic, said Jivani and other Conservative politicians risk promoting unauthorized sale channels

Could the Iran war keep Netanyahu in power for longer?

Huge support in Israel for joint US bombing campaign in Iran.

US Attorney General Pam Bondi subpoenaed for congressional Epstein probe

Bondi will face questions about the Trump administration's compliance with the Epstein Files Transparency Act in April.

Canadian Net REIT Announces 2025 Fourth-Quarter Results

REIT also announces monthly distributions for Q2 2026 MONTRÉAL, March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Canadian Net Real Estate Investment Trust (“Canadian Net” or the “REIT”) (TSX-V: NET.UN) today reported its results for the quarter ended December 31st, 2025 (“Q4 2025”) and distributions for April, May and June 2026 (“Q2 2026”). “2025 was a milestone […]

Report examines provincial role in Village of Lytton’s recovery from 2021 wildfire

VICTORIA, British Columbia, March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Office of the Auditor General has concluded its independent examination of the provincial government’s role in the Village of Lytton’s recovery from the wildfire that swept through the area on June 30, 2021. The auditor general’s report was delivered to the Legislative Assembly today. The […]

Iraq’s capital Baghdad rocked by powerful blasts near US embassy

The attacks are part of an escalating cycle of violence between US forces and Iraqi groups aligned with Tehran.

Kennedy Center board agrees to close for 2 years for renovations

Trump has cited the need for repairs as a reason for the closure, despite the building undergoing a $250-million renovation in 2019.

Bank of America settles lawsuit filed by Jeffrey Epstein victims

Bank of America tentatively settled a lawsuit claiming it ignored suspicious financial transactions involving Jeffrey Epstein while he sexually abused hundreds of girls and women.

MONAT® Announces Strategic Integration with Meta, Expanding Its Industry-Leading Social Commerce Ecosystem

MIAMI, March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — MONAT Global Corp, the world’s #1 direct seller of premium haircare, announced its groundbreaking integration with Meta platforms at their Leadership Circle Conference this past weekend on Miami Beach. This announcement marks another defining moment in the evolution of social commerce within the direct sales industry. Following its […]

Don’t be a René Redzepi — a demanding work culture is no defence for mistreating employees

Noma’s extraordinary success was attributed to innovation, creativity and exacting standards, but recent allegations now overshadow that legacy

Terra Balcanica Intercepts 607 g/t Ag Eq. Over 3.0 m and 670 g/t Ag Eq. Over 3.9 m At Cumavici in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Vancouver, British Columbia, March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Terra Balcanica Resources Corp. (“Terra” or the “Company”) (CSE:TERA; FRA:UB1; OTC:TEBAF) is pleased to announce additional high-grade assay results from the Phase III drill campaign at the Cumavici Ridge polymetallic, epithermal vein target within its Viogor-Zanik project in eastern Bosnia and Herzegovina. Highlights Drillhole CMV25005 intersected […]

Tumbler Ridge shooting survivor Maya Gebala given a ‘brain holiday’ by neurosurgeons, her father says

They removed a drain in her skull to allow her brain to rest while also reducing the risk of infection, David Gebala reported on social media

Microsoft shakes up AI operation in bid to streamline offerings

The goal is to make the AI suite of products feel coherent and give consumers and customers 'the best of both worlds'

Canada Energy Regulator projects power generation surge, wind a major source

A report from the Canada Energy Regulator predicts renewable energy, especially wind, will play an increasingly important role is meeting the country's future energy demand.

Tehran is committed to regional peace but expects its rights to be recognised.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian outlined several conditions for ending the ongoing conflict with the United States and Israel, saying Tehran is committed to regional peace but expects its rights to be recognised, reports Xinhua. In a post on social media platform X, Pezeshkian said the conflict could only end if Iran’s “legitimate rights” are acknowledged, compensation is paid for damages and strong international guarantees are provided to prevent future attacks. Earlier, Iran’s armed forces warned of a major retaliation if the United States carried out strikes on Iranian ports. Abolfazl Shekarchi, spokesperson for Iran’s armed forces, told state-run IRIB TV that no port, economic centre or location in the Persian Gulf would be beyond Iran’s reach if Washington attacked Iranian port...

Congolese President Sassou Nguesso wins fifth term: Provisional results

Congolese President Denis Sassou Nguesso's election success will extend his nearly 42 years in power.

Canada knew ‘from the beginning’ CAF wouldn’t help attack Iran: minister

Defence Minister David McGuinty said the Canadian Armed Forces 'are not involved in the prosecution of this war' while underscoring that position is not going to change.

As power returns, Cuba faces U.S. pressure for free market reforms

A total electricity breakdown on Monday underscored the parlous state of the economy

Injured Edmonton Oilers star Leon Draisaitl out for rest of season

Standout Edmonton Oilers forward Leon Draisaitl is expected to miss the rest of the NHL regular season because of what the team called a lower-body injury.

Trump says it’s a ‘good thing’ counterterrorism director resigned over Iran

US President Trump reacted to the resignation of the US National Counterterrorism Centre’s director, Joe Kent.

Why cognitive training apps are gaining attention

Get gamified memory training built around the centuries-old “mind palace” technique

No charges against Ontario resident who shot and injured alleged home invader: police

York Regional Police say the resident used a legally owned and properly stored gun and is not facing charges based on evidence collected at the scene.

Iran war is ‘a dark cloud’ over Bank of Canada and the spring fiscal update

The Bank of Canada is set to update interest rates on Wednesday as the Iran war brings a dark cloud over the Canadian economy and ahead of Ottawa's expected spring fiscal update.

Murray-Boyles could return on Raptors road trip

A day later, and Collin Murray-Boyles was still salty that the veteran players on the Toronto Raptors had filled his car with popcorn.

Xanadu moves closer to public listing as quantum race heats up

The Canadian tech startup plans a dual listing on both the Nasdaq and the Toronto Stock Exchange

Quebec tourist in Florida accused of defrauding a flower shop: report

The 25-year-old faces one count of grand theft and another of scheme to defraud the Sweet Dulce Vida in Greenacres, a community southwest of Palm Beach

Picton Mahoney Asset Management Announces Monthly Distribution for PICTON Long Short Income Alternative Fund Exchange Traded Fund Units, PICTON Credit Opportunities Alternative Fund Exchange Traded Fund Units, PICTON Core Bond Fund Exchange Traded Fund Units, PICTON Multi-Strategy Alpha Alternative Fund Exchange Traded Fund Units and PICTON Investment Grade Alternative Fund Exchange Traded Fund Units

TORONTO, March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — (TSX: PFIA, PFCO, PFCB, PFAA, PFIG) Picton Mahoney Asset Management (“PICTON Investments”) announced today that it has declared the March 2026 monthly cash distribution of $0.0502 per unit for the ETF units (“ETF Units”) of the PICTON Long Short Income Alternative Fund. PICTON Investments announced today that it […]

Picton Mahoney Asset Management Announces Quarterly Distribution for PICTON Income Fund Exchange Traded Fund Units

TORONTO, March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — (TSX: PFIN) Picton Mahoney Asset Management (“PICTON Investments”) announced today that it has declared the March 2026 quarterly cash distribution of $0.1140 per unit for the ETF units (“ETF Units”) of the PICTON Income Fund. Unitholders of record of the ETF Units, at the close of business on […]

US confirms 157 killed in maritime strikes experts call ‘extrajudicial’

Defence official tells Congress that 47 alleged drug-trafficking vessels have been struck since campaign began.

KNAPP Expands Software Portfolio with SAP BTP App

Unlocking New Possibilities for Automation Integration within the SAP® Environment ATLANTA — KNAPP North America, the reliable technology partner for value chain innovation, has announced a new integration of its award-winning AeroBot system—robots that navigate in three dimensions to maximize storage density and provide operational flexibility—into SAP® systems. Built entirely on the open, cloud-based SAP […]

N.S. RCMP issues more cannabis tickets as crackdown on First Nations stores continues

Police allege hundreds of cannabis items had been packaged to resemble 'ordinary' products, such as candy, potato chips, cookies, chocolate bars and cereal.

Starmer, Zelenskyy urge ‘focus’ on Ukraine as Iran war diverts attention

As leaders of Ukraine and UK meet, Turkiye's top diplomat reiterates his country's offer to host Russia-Ukraine talks.

Cyber startup Tailscale turns to mergers as AI agents flood networks

Tailscale CEO Avery Pennarun previously said that his company had unexpectedly become a beneficiary of the AI boom

Made in Canada: Five spring jackets that will keep you covered — no matter what the weather does

Depending which region you’re in, spring weather in Canada can be cold or warm, wet or dry, rainy or snowy, and/or all/some of the above. In other words, it’s a crapshoot. Thankfully these five Canadian clothing brands have designed coats that will keep you covered in the many, unpredictable variations of spring. MINA 3140H […]

Air strike eliminated two top Iranian officials, Israel says

Additionally, military sites used to store and launch suicide drones, ballistic missiles and air defense systems were struck, the IDF said

Investigation clears Toronto police officers involved in Umar Zameer trial

Zameer was cleared in the death of a Toronto police officer two years ago after initially being charged with first-degree murder.

Transaction in Own Shares

Transaction in Own Shares 17 March 2026 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Shell plc (the ‘Company’) announces that on 17 March 2026 it purchased the following number of Shares for cancellation. Aggregated information on Shares purchased according to trading venue: Date of Purchase […]

Police at a home in Maple Ridge after people report woman screaming

First responders were called to 238th Street and 110th Avenue in Maple Ridge, B.C., on Monday night after people reported hearing a woman screaming.

Trump critic says he has ‘left U.S. for Montreal,’ shares a photo from Mont-Tremblant: ‘No corruption here’

Brian Krassenstein's post got a 'Welcome' reply from Shopify president and Montrealer Harley Finkelstein, who also pointed out the Tremblant location

A ton of bricks: Lego seems timeless now, but it wasn’t always this way

It’s something of a mystery that messing around with piles of small plastic bricks should still be a phenomenon almost 100 years after a struggling Danish carpenter sought solace from the ravages of the Depression. And yet in our insta-gratification era, where attention spans are measured in emojis per second, the Lego brick — a […]

Video: Man rescued from under rubble after attack in Iran

A man was rescued from under the rubble of a destroyed building in Iran following an Israeli strike.

Ex-Belgian diplomat ordered to stand trial over murder of Congo’s Lumumba

Etienne Davignon, 93, is the only one alive among 10 Belgians accused by the Congolese leader's family of complicity.

Israel carrying out ‘mass expulsion of Palestinians’ in West Bank, UN warns

UN rights office says more than 36,000 Palestinians forcibly displaced in a year due to Israeli settler, army violence.

U.S. woman who wrote grief book after husband’s death found guilty of his murder

Kouri Richins, 35, slipped five times the lethal dose of fentanyl into a cocktail that her husband Eric drank, according to prosecutors.

Author Tracy Sierra’s childhood avalanche encounter comes back to haunt her in new novel

Twelve-year-old Tracy Sierra’s moment of terror lasted for only 20 seconds, but it still haunts her. She and her fellow students were taking an outdoor safety class in the snowy mountains of Colorado when an avalanche shattered the winter silence. They remained safe as they watched a 300-acre slice of mountain stripped bare in a […]

Cuba must ‘change dramatically,’ Rubio says amid blackout, mounting crises

Electricity was slowly being restored to hospitals and some of the island's 11 million residents, but officials warned that its crumbling power network could fail again.

Doug Ford acknowledges transparency clamp-down is to protect his personal phone

The province is in the process of overhauling how freedom of information works in Ontario to retroactively exempt all calls and texts from the premier and others.

The World Goes Green for St Patrick’s Day 2026

Ireland Leads a Global Celebration of Culture and Community DUBLIN — This March, St Patrick’s Day invites people all over the world to become Irish for a day, as cities and communities across the globe unite in a shared celebration of heritage, culture and connection. From parades and parties to the famous global greenings, […]

Three hot new Canadian books you need to read this month

Not quite winter, not quite spring, March is the month of meh. But at least it brings some top-notch titles. Brassy Bit of Aging Crumpet: A Memoir in Pieces Mary Walsh HarperCollins Almost 40 years after she first graced our TV screens in the Newfoundland sketch-comedy series Codco, Mary Walsh is what you call […]

Asian Refiners Scour the World for Oil With Hormuz Flows Halted

Asia’s oil refiners are ramping up crude purchases from outside the Middle East, the latest sign of a scramble to secure supplies as shipping through the vital Strait of Hormuz remains all-but halted.

Trump-led push to overhaul U.S. voting rules faces uphill battle in Senate

Trump has said he won’t sign other bills until the SAVE America Act is passed, but the days-long Senate floor debate is expected to eventually end with a failed vote.

ESET PRIVATE showcases custom security solutions at RSAC 2026

Available to demo at RSAC 2026, ESET PRIVATE empowers large enterprise and public-sector environments with custom solutions and tailored resilience at scale. ESET PRIVATE offerings include high-speed scanning, security for fully air-gapped environments, protection for IT and OT infrastructure, tailored threat intelligence, and complex managed security protection for clients of banks, telecommunications companies, or other […]

Canada Soccer unveils men’s 2026 FIFA World Cup uniforms

Canada's men's World Cup team will don its new look, created by Nike, for the first time on March 28, when Canada takes on Iceland in Toronto.

Adventures in Streaming: The 1972 movie Sleuth paved the way for a handful of future murder mysteries

“We real-life policemen are not as stupid as we are sometimes portrayed by writers like yourself. We may not have our monocles or our orchid houses or our deerstalkers or our shovel hats, but we are reasonably effective for all that sir.” — Inspector Doppler critiques snobbish mystery writer Andrew Wyke in the movie Sleuth. […]

US Natural Gas Rallies With Oil on Lingering Mideast Fears

US natural gas futures rose along with oil, which continues to climb on concerns over a prolonged disruption to energy supplies through the Strait of Hormuz.

Greece Pushes LNG Hub Role in Europe’s Post-Russian Gas Era

Greece is positioning itself as a key gas hub for central and southeastern Europe as the continent moves toward a full phaseout of Russian energy, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said.

Jack Mintz: Why Mark Carney should visit Israel

The prime minister could exercise influence, while signalling his support for Jewish Canadians

Canadians paying the least at the pump are complaining the most, poll says

Canadians living in Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba say their finances are suffering the most from elevated prices brought on by the war in Iran

Reeves Floats Plan to Give UK Regions Say Over Tax Funds

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves said she is drawing up plans to give regional leaders in the UK control of some national tax revenues as part of her push to raise economic growth across Britain.

Bank of Canada Likely to Stay on Hold as Oil Scrambles the Outlook

The Bank of Canada is likely to hold interest rates steady as policymakers weigh the inflation risk of higher oil prices against a string of weak economic numbers.

Top U.S. counterterrorism official Joe Kent resigns in protest of Iran war

'I pray that you will reflect upon what we are doing in Iran and who we are doing it for,' Kent wrote in a letter addressed to Trump and posted on X

USD 1.63 Billion In 72 Hours: Manchester City Yas Residences by Ohana Development Sets New Sales Record In Abu Dhabi

• 35% of investors are Emiratis, while 65% are expatriates and international investors • Milestone reflects strong demand for the project and continued confidence in the UAE’s real estate sector ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates — Ohana Development, a leading UAE real estate developer renowned for its luxury projects, has recorded USD 1.63 billion in […]

Drones expand the deadly front lines of Sudan’s devastating war

The United Nations is warning that escalating drone warfare in Sudan has killed more than 200 people in over a week.

Halifax sees return of shared e-bikes, e-scooters after winter pause

The municipality said use of the vehicles had been paused because during the winter snow is plowed onto the surfaces that are used for parking the e-scooters and e-bikes.

US Stocks Gain as Investors Buy the Dip While Iran War Escalates

US stocks rose Tuesday as investors buy the dip, signaling confidence in the markets even as Iran war tensions escalate.

Strong winds leave thousands in the dark in Central Canada, Maritimes

Nearly 310,000 customers were knocked off the grid in Quebec this morning, with environment Canada forecasting winds as strong as 90 kilometres an hour in parts of the province.

What the Iran war looks like from the occupied West Bank

Iran missile shrapnel falls on West Bank Palestinians as settler attacks, Israeli raids and restrictions continue.

Ford government planning to let solo drivers use HOV lanes outside rush hour

Currently, HOV lanes in Ontario can't be used by anyone with fewer than two people in their vehicle, a measure designed to encourage car sharing on commutes.

Ontario police hope for break in 52-year-old cold case, offer $50K reward

Karen Caughlin, 14, was last seen alive in the early morning hours of March 16, 1974. Her body was discovered the following morning 22 kilometres from where she was last seen.

Liverpool vs Galatasaray: UEFA Champions League – teams, start, lineups

Liverpool must overturn a 1-0 deficit against Galatasaray in the second leg of their UEFA Champions League last-16 tie.

Jewish groups decry signs ‘reminiscent of Nazi incitement’ at Toronto demonstration

'Extremist protestors openly made threats of violence, glorified terrorism, and displayed imagery that portrays Jewish people as sub-human,' say CIJA, B'nai Brith Canada and the UJA Federation of Greater Toronto

Winnipeg police identify adult victim of double-fatal shooting as investigation continues

Anyone who may have information about the incident, including CCTV, cellphone or dashcam video from the area at the time, is asked to contact police.

Israeli attacks on Lebanon may amount to war crimes, UN rights office says

'Deliberately attacking civilians, civilian objects amounts to war crime,' UN says after resurgence in Israeli strikes.

North Sea Oil Tycoon Faces Asset Freeze Over Iran Plant Dealings

Francesco Mazzagatti, an energy trader who has become a key figure in the North Sea industry, is facing a worldwide asset freeze over allegations he siphoned off funds from former business partners in Iran.

NATO hasn’t received formal request for Strait of Hormuz help, Anand says

On Monday, U.S. President Donald Trump said 'numerous countries' had told him they were 'on the way' to help the U.S. with the Strait of Hormuz.

Being Facebook friends with gangster kept Ontario woman out of legal cannabis job

Federal Court intervenes after a worker failed her mandatory background security check for her legal cannabis job over a social media link

US National Counterterrorism Center director Joe Kent resigns over Iran war

Kent, who advised Trump and national intelligence director on 'terror' threats, says Iran 'posed no imminent threat'.

U.S. counterterrorism agency director resigns, ‘cannot’ support Iran war

Kent said on social media Iran 'posed no imminent threat to our nation, and it is clear that we started this war due to pressure from Israel and its powerful American lobby.'

Tim Hortons recalls thousands of mugs that may burn you if filled with hot liquid

Anyone who purchased the recalled mug is asked to immediately stop using it and return the item to a Tim Hortons restaurant location for a full refund.

CBSA dog sniffs out 22.5 kg of raw meat in traveller’s luggage at Pearson airport

A Canadian Border Services Agency detector dog made quite the catch at Toronto Pearson International Airport earlier this month.

US Economy’s Strength Hinges on How Much the Rich Spend

Just how K-shaped is the US consumer?

Is humanity hardwired for war?

Is humanity destined for war?

Leading Outdoor Lifestyle Retailer Selects Jesta I.S. To Power Enterprise-Wide Digital Transformation

MONTREAL — Jesta I.S., a pioneer in the development of enterprise ERP software suites for brand manufacturers, wholesalers and omnichannel retailers, is excited to announce that a leading outdoor lifestyle retailer widely recognized for its adventurous spirit, strong community ties, and dedication to exceptional customer experiences, has selected Jesta I.S. as its strategic technology partner […]

The Swoosh Meets the ‘b’: Beats and Nike Unveil Historic First-Ever Collaboration for Powerbeats Pro 2

LeBron James trades the court for the course in a star-studded campaign celebrating the ultimate performance crossover CULVER CITY, Calif. — Today, Beats and Nike announced the first hardware collaboration in their shared history: Powerbeats Pro 2 – Nike Special Edition. In a landmark design shift, Beats has—for the first time—shared its iconic earbud real […]

US envoys meet Hamas in Cairo to salvage fragile Gaza truce

Rare US-Hamas talks come as the war on Iran strains the battered Gaza 'ceasefire' and post-war plans.

BASF Agricultural Solutions accelerates canola innovation with strategic expansion of Canola Breeding Centre of Innovation

Building on 30 years of global canola leadership, BASF strengthens its Saskatoon breeding hub with $27M CAD facility investment; Construction taking place from spring 2026 through end of 2027, adding breeding capacity and advanced automation; InVigor® hybrid canola to benefit and see faster genetic gain and new trait integration, driving greater yields, disease protection and […]

Equilibrium Climate Capital Appoints Rolando Morillo as Managing Partner

NEW YORK and LONDON, March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Equilibrium Climate Capital (ECC) today announced the appointment of Rolando Morillo as Managing Partner. After more than two decades stewarding climate and resilience investments at institutional scale at Rockefeller Capital Management, he joins ECC to help shape the firm’s climate adaptation and resilience platform. As […]

Morgan Stanley Sticks With June Rate Cut Call as Oil Surges

Morgan Stanley is sticking with a forecast that sees the Federal Reserve resuming interest rates cuts in June and delivering another reduction in September, even as soaring oil prices prompt traders to curb bets for how much policymakers will lower borrowing costs this year.

Cuba Emerges From Another Blackout and Tries to Woo Exile Investors

Cuba began to claw its way out of another national blackout on Tuesday as the government, under heavy US pressure, said it’s opening its economy to the Cuban diaspora — a longtime demand of the Miami exile community.

CSL Earns Montreal’s Top Employer Recognition for Eighth Year Running

MONTREAL, March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — For the eighth year in a row, The CSL Group (“CSL”), a global leader in responsible marine transportation, has been recognized as one of Montreal’s Top Employers – a reflection of the company’s ongoing focus on creating a workplace where people can learn, grow, and build fulfilling careers. The […]

Canada Rules Out Joining Military Operations Against Iran

Canada has no intention of joining military operations against Iran, the country’s foreign minister Anita Anand told Bloomberg on Tuesday.

Gavaskar links Sunrisers signing of Pakistan’s Abrar to Indian deaths

The signing of Pakistan bowler Abrar Ahmed by Hundred franchise Sunrisers bucked trend by Indian-owned teams.

Andersen Consulting Adds Collaborating Firm Milestone Technologies

SAN FRANCISCO — Andersen Consulting continues to strengthen its digital transformation platform with the addition of U.S.-based collaborating firm Milestone Technologies, a proven global IT services and digital solutions provider. Founded in 1997, Milestone Technologies delivers end-to-end technology and outsourcing solutions spanning digital workplace services, cloud and infrastructure management, data, AI and automation, applications and […]

NHL’s Parros defends Gudas suspension

George Parros is standing by the NHL's decision to suspend Anaheim Ducks defenceman Radko Gudas five games for a knee-on-knee hit that injured Toronto Maple Leafs star Auston Matthews, a punishment that has been criticized as too lenient.

OPP say fraudsters are impersonating officers, using spoofed phone numbers

Ontario Provincial Police are warning the pubic of fraudsters who are impersonating officers and using spoofed phone number that appear legitimate.

Macron prepares France for ‘an age of nuclear weapons’ as Iran war rages

The French president described his plans for expansion as forward deterrence. What's behind his move?

The US-Israel war on Iran is shaped by religion as much as strategy

The conflict has mutated into a zero-sum collision of competing messianic frameworks.

Iran blames US, Israel for Hormuz tensions as crisis risks energy supplies

Iran's Araghchi calls for global condemnation of ‘military aggression’ that disrupted transit through Strait of Hormuz.

Dozens of flights cancelled, delayed amid storms in Eastern Canada, U.S

Hundreds of flights were cancelled or delayed Tuesday, one day after powerful storms swept across the eastern half of the country and upended air travel in multiple cities.

Air Canada Recognized as One of Montreal’s Top Employers for the 13th Consecutive Year

Airline recognized for its commitment to creating an engaging, supportive and inclusive workplace. MONTRÉAL, March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Air Canada has been recognized for the 13th consecutive year as one of Montreal’s Top Employers for 2026. The award reflects the airline’s sustained commitment to its people and its focus on fostering an employee […]

The $17 Billion Solar Maintenance Market Just Got a New Player From the Defense Sector

VWAV, FSLR, ENPH, SPWR, and SEDG as Solar Infrastructure Investment Accelerates Issued on behalf of VisionWave Holdings, Inc. Companies mentioned in this article: VisionWave Holdings (NASDAQ: VWAV), First Solar (NASDAQ: FSLR), Enphase Energy (NASDAQ: ENPH), SunPower (NASDAQ: SPWR), SolarEdge Technologies (NASDAQ: SEDG) Key Takeaways: VisionWave Holdings (NASDAQ: VWAV) subsidiary SolarDrone has acquired a 51% controlling […]

UgoWork appoints David Mucciacciaro as Chief Executive Officer

Co-founder and visionary Philippe Beauchamp continues his legacy and transitions to CTO QUEBEC CITY, March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — UgoWork™, a lithium-ion energy solutions provider specializing in the material handling industry, today announced the appointment of David Mucciacciaro as Chief Executive Officer, effective March 2, 2026. Mucciacciaro brings commercial expertise and experience in senior leadership […]

DP World Expands Into Eastern Canada with Freight Forwarding Office in Montreal

Company’s third Canadian freight forwarding location enhances integrated logistics network and advances Quebec-focused growth strategy MONTREAL, March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — DP World has opened a new freight forwarding office in Montreal, expanding its Canadian logistics network and strengthening its end-to-end capabilities. The new location provides support for customers across the retail and industrial […]

Manitoba sports organizations would track under-represented groups under new bill

Provincial amateur sports organizations in Manitoba may soon be required to track demographics and show efforts to make their sport more inclusive.

UN warns of record hunger, 45 million more at risk, if Iran war continues

The Middle East conflict risks adding a staggering 45 million to acute hunger, warns the UN's World Food Programme.

Thousands of Christians are being evicted in Pakistan’s capital

Thousands of Christians are being evicted in Pakistan’s capital

Oil tankers are ‘starting to dribble through ‘Strait of Hormuz,’ U.S. says

White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett said oil tanker traffic in the Strait of Hormuz starting to move is "a sign of how little Iran has left."

Australia beat China to reach Women’s Asian Cup final as Kerr nets winner

Sam Kerr nets the winner as Australia beat China 2-1 to reach the final of the 2026 Women's AFC Asian Cup.

Bell Canada to build large data centre outside Regina

The parent company of Bell Canada is planning to build a new data centre outside Regina that is billed to be a major contribution to Canada’s artificial intelligence sovereignty.

Are the US and Israel waging war on Iran’s cultural heritage?

Iran says at least 56 of its heritage sites damaged or destroyed in war.

German Chancellor says Iran war has no military solution

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said the Iran conflict cannot be resolved militarily and must be resolved politically.

NuORDER by Lightspeed Announces Partnership with Boozt to Advance Data-Informed Buying to Drive Growth

Leading Nordic digital retailer adopts NuORDER to transform buying intelligence into stronger customer experiences and profitable growth. MONTREAL — NuORDER by Lightspeed announces a new strategic relationship with Boozt, a leading Nordic digital retailer, to integrate more buying intelligence into its operations, and to support NuORDER’s continued growth in European markets. The collaboration replaces fragmented […]

Cycurion, Inc. Statement Regarding Unauthorized Press Release, Fabrication of Investor Relations Contact, and Related Market Activity – Litigation Counsel Engaged to Address Short Selling and Manipulation

MCLEAN, Va., March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cycurion, Inc. (Nasdaq: CYCU) (“Cycurion” or the “Company”), a trusted leader in IT cybersecurity solutions, today issued the following statement in response to an unauthorized press release disseminated yesterday: The Company has confirmed that a press release claiming an acquisition agreement exceeding $150 million is false and […]

Jefferies and Citi Spot a Potential Top in Soaring Energy Stocks

Investors who are hiding out in energy stocks amid the war in Iran shouldn’t get too comfortable.

SES Announces Extension of Tender Offer

LUXEMBOURG — THIS ANNOUNCEMENT RELATES TO THE DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION THAT QUALIFIED OR MAY HAVE QUALIFIED AS INSIDE INFORMATION WITHIN THE MEANING OF ARTICLE 7(1) OF THE MARKET ABUSE REGULATION (EU) 596/2014. NOT FOR RELEASE, PUBLICATION OR DISTRIBUTION IN OR INTO OR TO ANY PERSON LOCATED OR RESIDENT IN, OR AT ANY ADDRESS IN, THE […]

Mitsotakis Says Europe Won’t Join Military Efforts Near Iran

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said Greece and Europe will not participate in any military operations near Iran, after US President Donald Trump demanded that allies send vessels to help restart shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

At least 23 people killed in suspected suicide attacks in north-eastern Nigeria

More than 100 others injured in bombings targeting post office, market areas and hospital in MaiduguriAt least 23 people have been killed and more than 100 others injured in multiple suspected suicide bombings in the north-eastern Nigerian city of Maiduguri, shattering its reputation as a relative oasis of calm in recent years as a long-running insurgency was pushed to the rural hinterlands.Authorities said the explosions went off at the post office and market areas, as well as the entrance to the University of Maiduguri teaching hospital, on Monday evening during iftar, the breaking of fast in the month of Ramadan. Continue reading...

FIRST READING: As Jew hate hits all-time highs, Canada is ‘systematically’ purging its rolls of Jewish charities

Eight Canadian Jewish organizations have been delisted as charities, often following pressure campaigns from anti-Israel activists

‘How do I survive?’ Drought plagues Kenya’s Turkana amid surplus elsewhere

As a quarter of Kenya’s population faces severe food shortages, up to 40% of food produced is lost or wasted each year.

Exchange Income Corporation Announces March 2026 Dividend

WINNIPEG, Manitoba — Exchange Income Corporation (TSX: EIF) (the “Corporation”), a diversified, acquisition-oriented company focused on opportunities in the Aerospace & Aviation and Manufacturing segments, announced today that the Directors of the Corporation have declared eligible dividends totaling $0.23 per share for the month ended March 31, 2026 payable April 15, 2026 to shareholders of […]

AECOM consortium selected to help deliver first stage of pioneering £200 million STEP fusion energy program

DALLAS — AECOM (NYSE:ACM), the trusted global infrastructure leader, today announced that it will provide design and technical services as part of the ILIOS consortium, which has been appointed by UK Fusion Energy as Construction Partner for the first three-year, £200 million tranche of the pioneering Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production (STEP) program. The appointment […]

New Peer-Reviewed Protocol Gives Critical Care Teams a Faster, Simpler Way to Guide Sepsis Fluid Decisions

Co-authored by Stanford’s Dr. Carolyn Kaufman and Flosonics Medical CMO Dr. Jon-Emile Kenny, the SaFER framework uses a wearable Doppler patch to help critical care teams determine whether IV fluids will help or harm a sepsis patient in real time, without specialist support LOS ANGELES — Flosonics Medical, maker of FloPatch, the world’s first wireless, […]

Verde Expands Minas Americas Magnet-Rich Ionic Clay Discovery Beyond 3.5 km²; MAV_AD_0028 Returns 10 m at 0.84% TREO

Including 5 m at 1.10% TREO from 3 m depth; MAV_AD_0035 adds a second 5 m interval at 0.83% TREO and MAV_AD_0029 ends in mineralization after 16 m from surface BELO HORIZONTE, Brazil, March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Verde AgriTech Ltd. (TSX: NPK | OTCQX: VNPKF) (“Verde” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce […]

Best spring jackets 2026: 6 trends to refresh your wardrobe

Read on for spring-ready finds from Uniqlo, Anthropologie and more.

Most Kingstonians want statue of Sir John A. Macdonald back: poll

'There are checks and balances in place to make sure that people don’t act overzealously, and in this case, they did'

‘These connections are overlooked’: how British companies profited from slavery in Brazil long after abolition

Britons learn about the country’s involvement ‘almost as a self-congratulatory narrative’, says historian Joseph Mulhern In 1845 British citizens and companies were already legally prohibited from owning or buying enslaved people overseas, yet that year 385 captives were “transferred” to a British mining company in Brazil named St John d’El Rey.Despite a global campaign waged by the UK against slavery and the transatlantic slave trade, the move was not technically illegal because the enslaved people were not sold but “rented” – a practice permitted overseas under the 1843 Slave Trade Act. Continue reading...

Two major Ontario hospital labs bought research dogs from U.S. breeder with troubled past

The revelations come as scientists and lawmakers continue to debate whether animals must be used for experiments at all

Shades of green: The ultimate ‘green everything’ gift guide

This spring and St. Patrick’s Day we’re going green—from chic Le Specs sunnies to a pastel Stanley tumbler and a KitchenAid mixer, read on for green finds you'll love.

German Investor Outlook Sinks as Iran War Threatens Recovery

German investor optimism worsened far more than expected as the war in Iran tempers hopes that Europe’s largest economy is on the cusp of a strong revival.

Turkey’s Simsek Says Iran War Oil Shock Threatens Inflation Plan

Turkish Finance Minister Mehmet Simsek said an oil-price shock triggered by the war in Iran risks temporarily derailing the government’s disinflation program.

Kraken Robotics Announces $24 Million in Defence Orders

ST. JOHN’S, Newfoundland and Labrador, March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Kraken Robotics Inc. (“Kraken” or the “Company”) (TSX-V: PNG, OTCQB: KRKNF) announces approximately $24 million in new orders to over 10 customers across five countries, including three new defence customers. The orders are for Kraken’s SeaPower batteries, KATFISH towed synthetic aperture sonar (SAS), and […]

Cambridge Atomworks Sign Agreement with Mott MacDonald for Microreactor Technology

LONDON, March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cambridge Atomworks is pleased to have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Mott MacDonald as we look to accelerate our development of the Odin microreactor with Mott MacDonalds’s specialist support and expertise. Ian Farnan, CEO of Cambridge Atomworks, said: “The signing of this MoU with a top British […]

Ontario drug offender gets house arrest after 10 months at ‘unusually harsh’ Maplehurst prison

Panel of appeal court justices say first-time offender Mohammad Oryia had it hard enough at the infamous lockup

Canada Mortgage Billionaire Buys Stake in The Economist Magazine

Canadian mortgage billionaire Stephen Smith has agreed to buy a minority stake in The Economist Group, marking the first ownership shake-up in the storied British current affairs magazine in a decade.

Could the Iran war trigger a global recession?

Energy prices are surging as the Iran war disrupts supply, raising risks for the US, China and Europe.

Blood tech: The UK ambassador, the sex offender, Palantir, and Gaza

Despite its public objections to Israel’s actions, the UK is buying spyware developed and tested on Palestinians.

Volantio Announces Three-Year Partnership with Saudia to Deploy AI-Powered Demand Reallocation Platform

AI-powered Demand Reallocation Platform transforms retail and guest experience in the post-booking period, enabling smoother journeys and optimized performance ATLANTA and JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia, March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Volantio, the global leader in AI-powered Demand Reallocation solutions for airlines, today announced a three-year partnership with Saudia Airlines. Under the agreement, Saudia will deploy […]

Israel says Iran’s security chief Larijani has been killed

Israel’s Defence Minister Israel Katz says Ali Larijani, Iran’s security chief, has been killed in an Israeli strike.

Bjorn Lomborg: We need to copy China’s energy playbook and go nuclear

Devouring energy made China rich, which is now enabling it to go clean and dependable by rapidly expanding its reliance on nuclear

Ford government silent on cost of fighting release of premier’s cellphone records

Since 2022, provincial lawyers have worked untold hours to block attempts to access the government calls Ontario Premier Doug Ford makes and receives on his personal phone.

Opinion: The world has a responsibility to protect Iranians from their terrorist regime

When criminal regimes commit crimes against humanity and leave their populations pleading for protection, inaction is not neutrality, it's complicity

A state’s rule for housing that promotes diversity is dividing neighbors

New Jersey’s statewide battle over growth, rooted in a once loosely enforced 1970s law against racial segregation, has turned “vicious” in this Ivy League town.

Terry Newman: Inside the minds of Concordia’s anti-Israel activists

A recent talk felt like a recruitment drive for law-breaking terrorist-sympathizers

Matthew Lau: Ontario should ignore teachers’ advice on standardized testing

As per student spending has risen, test scores have fallen. Some teachers' unions don't seem to want parents to know that

Opinion: Carney government doubles down on failed Trudeau fiscal policy

Higher spending, bigger deficits and deeper debts aren't going to bring the better economic performance the Liberals want to achieve

Facing brain cancer, she built a sidewalk library of pep talks

Caroline Catlin started a “little free pep talk library” outside her home, sharing wisdom and joy with anyone who passes by.

Adam Zivo: The deepfake war on Tel Aviv

Iran's Islamic regime and its supporters are flooding social media with AI-videos showing the Israeli city's destruction

Michael Higgins: John A. Macdonald belongs on his pedestal

Kingston must put statue back for the good of all Canada

Asia Oil Refiners Face Big Losses as War Upsets Hedging Strategy

Asian oil refiners are staring down deep losses after the Middle East war caused the benchmark Dubai price to soar, upending their hedging positions, according to traders.

Bond Managers Bet Central Banks Will Diverge Despite War

Bond managers are doubling down on bets that central banks’ monetary policy will diverge, even as the inflation fear unleashed by the war in Iran boosts the case for higher interest rates.

Israel says it has killed Ali Larijani, Iran’s top security official

Israel’s Defence Minister Katz has claimed that Iran’s security chief has been assassinated

Gulf economies suffer brunt of Iran war as recession risk looms

From energy exports to tourism, the economies of Gulf nations are at risk from a prolonged conflict in the Middle East.

Why the Iranian regime did not collapse after Khamenei’s assassination

The Iranian regime is designed to survive power vacuums. That, however, does not mean it will survive the war unscathed.

Anaergia S.r.l. Expands Scope at Three Biomethane Facilities Being Built for QGM S.á.r.l. in Italy, Increasing Contracts by C$17 Million

Total Expected Revenues from the Three Projects Increase from C$68 Million to C$85 Million TREVIGLIO, Italy & BURLINGTON, Ontario — An Italian subsidiary of Anaergia Inc. (“Anaergia,” the “Company,” “we,” or “our”) (TSX: ANRG) (OTCQX: ANRGF), Anaergia S.r.l., signed amendments to three previously announced contracts with an entity owned by QGM S.à.r.l. (“QGM”), relating to […]

Canadian Housing Activity Stays Quiet in February 2026

OTTAWA, Ontario, March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The number of home sales recorded over Canadian MLS® Systems dipped 1.3% on a month-over-month basis in February 2026. “February saw a continuation of the quieter levels of activity recorded in January, although there was some indication things were starting to pick up speed toward the end […]

Israel claims to have assassinated commander of Iran’s Basij militia unit

If confirmed, Soleimani would be the highest-level assassination in war since US-Israeli forces killed Ali Khamenei.

Canada’s housing market stays ‘quiet’ in February as new listings decline: CREA

National home sales slipping 1.3% month-over-month

After rookie ICE agent’s paperwork error, man is detained for days

The new officer completed a basic training program that provided a third of the hours once dedicated to teaching recruits how to fill out a key form.

Families search for loved ones after deadly Pakistan strikes on Kabul rehab

Afghan authorities say a Pakistani attack has killed hundreds of civilians; Islamabad rejects the claim as 'false'.

Europe’s Green Power Revolution Softens Iran Energy Price Shock

Europe’s power market is facing its first serious geopolitical stress test since the 2022 energy crisis — and, so far, it’s holding up.

Middle East War to Intensify Soaring European Corporate Distress

The outbreak of hostilities in the Middle East and surging energy costs are expected to exacerbate soaring levels of financial distress among European corporates, according to Alvarez & Marsal Inc.

‘Which side are you on?’ Larijani

Iran’s security chief Ali Larijani has issued a message to the Muslim world saying that Iran remains “steadfast” in its fight against the US and Israel, reports AL Jazeera. Larijani voiced disappointment with what he described as lack of support from Muslim-majority countries when Iran came under attack. “Some nations have gone even further, declaring Iran to be their adversary simply because it targeted American bases – as well as American and Israeli interests – situated within their own territories,” Larijani said. While Iran stresses that it is only striking US interests in the Middle East, its drones and missiles have targeted civilian sites, including hotels and energy installment in the Gulf region. Larijani said Iran cannot be “expected to stand idly by with its hands tied” whil...

Mobileum Showcases “Signal to Value” at MWC Barcelona 2026

AI-driven capabilities across roaming, fraud and risk management, network assurance, and enterprise AI help operators turn network events into insight, action, and revenue CUPERTINO, Calif. — Mobileum Inc. (“Mobileum”), a leading global provider of analytics and network solutions, highlighted its ”Signal to Value” vision at MWC Barcelona 2026, demonstrating how telecom operators can turn network […]

The LYCRA Company to Eliminate More than $1.2 Billion of Debt through Prepackaged Restructuring Process, Positioning Business for Long-Term Financial Stability and Growth

Customers, suppliers, and employees to be unimpacted Company’s key stakeholders have agreed to provide at least $75 million of new financing WILMINGTON, Del. — The LYCRA Company, LLC (“LYCRA” or “the Company”), a global leader in developing fiber and technology solutions for the apparel and personal care industries, announced today that it has entered into […]

SIAL Paris 2026 : the Event That Sheds Light on and Accelerates the Global Food Business

PARIS — SIAL Paris will return to Paris Nord Villepinte from 17 to 21 October 2026. The 2026 edition is set to be the most ambitious in the show’s history, surpassing an already record-breaking 2024 event and further cementing its status as a global benchmark for the food industry. SIAL Paris once again positions itself […]

Iran Hits UAE Gas Field as Trump Pushes Allies to Help on Hormuz

Iran set a massive natural gas field in the United Arab Emirates ablaze as it steps up attacks on key energy sites, while US President Donald Trump appealed to allies and the likes of China to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump’s Delay of Xi Visit Echoes Pattern of Last-Minute Changes

President Donald Trump has long used last-minute switches on foreign travel and meetings with heads of state as he seeks to gain a diplomatic upper hand and keep foreign partners on their toes.

Palestinian refugees face new displacement as Israel’s bombs hit Lebanon

Lebanon's Palestinian refugees suffer amid war, facing insecurity and trauma, in camps under attack.

EIG’s MidOcean Energy Announces Initial Equity Raise of $1.2 billion Versus $1.0 billion Cover

WASHINGTON — MidOcean Energy (“MidOcean” or the “Company”), a liquefied natural gas (LNG) company formed and managed by EIG, today announced an equity capital raise of more than $1.2 billion. This equity raise includes: a $500 million commitment from Idemitsu Kosan, a highly respected global energy company with a long-standing presence across the energy value […]

Iran is targeting ships in response to US attacks — can the US stop them?

As the US-Israeli war against Iran continues, we look at a scenario reminiscent of the tanker war of the 1980s

LIVE: China vs Australia – Women’s Asian Cup 2026 semifinals

All the build-up and live updates from the first 2026 Women's Asian Cup semifinal between China and Australia.

Kotak Plans $2 Billion Private Credit Fund as India Demand Rises

India’s Kotak Alternate Asset Managers Ltd. is aiming to raise as much as $2 billion for its third private credit fund, according to a top executive, highlighting strong investor appetite for the asset class even as global concerns grow.

ASUS Republic of Gamers Strix Laptop Lineup Returns with the Latest Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus Processors

These killer gaming laptops feature brand new high-performance chips, signature ROG Strix style, and upgraded displays KEY POINTS Elite performance for every arena: Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 290HX Plus processor and up to GeForce RTX™ 5090 Laptop GPU for incredible gaming performance ROG Nebula Displays and more: G16 and G18 boast the latest ROG technology […]

Pakistan hits Kabul hospital: Afghan Taliban

At least 400 people were killed and 250 injured in an air strike by Pakistan on a drug users rehabilitation hospital in the Afghanistan capital Kabul but Pakistan rejected the claim as false and misleading and said it "precisely targeted military installations and terrorist support infrastructure" on Monday night. Hamdullah Fitrat, the deputy spokesman for the Taliban, said the air strike took place at 9pm (1630 GMT) on Monday and targeted the Omid 2,000-bed drug rehabilitation hospital. "Large parts of the hospital have been destroyed, and there are fears of heavy casualties," he said in a post on X. "Sadly, the number of those killed has so far reached 400, with up to 250 others injured." Rescue teams were at the scene working to control the fire and recover the victims, he added. Reu...

EID holiday began today

A weeklong holiday began from Tuesday as the country gears up to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr, the biggest religious festival of Muslims. Millions of people have already started leaving major cities including the capital to celebrate the festival with their families and near and dear ones in their home. Monday (March 16) was the last working day before Eid. Subject to moon sighting, Eid-ul-Fitr is expected to be celebrated in the country on March 20 or March 21. The government has also declared March 18 a holiday to ensure that people travelling home for Eid do not face disruption, making Monday the final working day for government officials and employees before the festival. Sun News/ra

Israeli strikes target Beirut, southern Lebanon, one million displaced

Attacks hit three southern Beirut neighbourhoods, fighting in the south intensifies as Hezbollah engages Israeli army.

Iran war: What is happening on day 18 of US-Israel attacks?

The US-Israeli attacks target Iranian cities as the conflict spreads to the region and causes a global energy crisis.

Ireland Woos Trump in St. Patrick’s Day Charm Offensive

Irish Premier Micheál Martin will gift Donald Trump the traditional bowl of shamrock when he meets the US president for St. Patrick’s Day, part of a charm offensive as the nation seeks to safeguard an economic model built on US investment.

Drone sparks fire at UAE oil site as Gulf takes more hits amid Iran war

The Fujairah oil hub has been hit repeatedly by Iranian drones as the US-Israeli war continues to ignite instability.

Twitter trial accusing Musk of driving down stock set for closing arguments

The civil trial centres on a class-action lawsuit filed just before Musk took control of Twitter, which was renamed X.

Dozens killed after Afghanistan rehab centre struck

The BBC visited the facility and saw more than 30 bodies being carried out on stretchers.

What the Iran War Means for the U.S.-China Relationship

With the Xi-Trump summit almost certainly delayed, and tensions rising over the war in Iran, vital issues for both the U.S. and China are also being cast into uncertainty.

Oil Advances as Iran Targets Persian Gulf Energy Infrastructure

Oil rose after its first decline in almost a week, as Iran stepped up attacks on energy infrastructure around the Persian Gulf.

Will Scotland be the first nation in the UK to legalise assisted dying?

The final vote on the Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill is seen as too close to call.

Iran’s neighbours brace for fallout as war threatens new refugee crisis

As war engulfs Iran, neighbouring states quietly prepare for a potential refugee exodus across already fragile borders.

H2SITE Appoints Javier Cavada as New Chairman of the Board of Directors

BILBAO, Spain — H2SITE, a technology company delivering hydrogen production and separation solutions, announces the appointment of Javier Cavada as the new Chairman of the Board of Directors. Javier joins H2SITE at a strategic phase of accelerated industrial deployment and scale-up of its hydrogen solutions. H2SITE appoints Javier Cavada as new Chairman of the Board […]

Fujirebio Announces CE Marking of the Fully Automated Lumipulse® G Nfl Blood Assay

GENT, Belgium & TOKYO — H.U. Group Holdings Inc., and its wholly owned subsidiary, Fujirebio Holdings, Inc. (hereinafter “Fujirebio”) today announced that Fujirebio Europe N.V. has obtained a CE Certificate of the Lumipulse G NfL Blood assay under the Regulation (EU) 2017/746 on in vitro diagnostic medical devices (IVDR). This CLEIA (chemiluminescent enzyme immunoassay) test […]

‘Mega’ IPOs to Drive Bumper Year on Philippines Market, CEO Says

A number of “mega” initial public offerings will drive fundraising to a standout year on the Philippines Stock Exchange, Chief Executive Officer Ramon Monzon said.

Pulsar Helium Appoints Stephen Lange Ranzini to the Board of Directors and as Deputy Chair

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Tesla, LG Energy to Build $4.3 Billion Plant in Michigan

Tesla Inc. and LG Energy Solution Ltd. will build a $4.3 billion battery plant in Lansing, Michigan to supply the carmaker’s energy storage systems business.

Epstein urged media mogul to give up control of affairs, citing health

Late sex offender urged US-Canadian billionaire Mortimer Zuckerman to enter guardianship or conservatorship, files show.

Surprise Solar Uptake in Pakistan Cushions Mideast Energy Shock

Pakistan’s rapid adoption of solar power in the past few years is helping cushion the impact of a surge in fossil fuel prices due to the Middle East war.

Pakistan Airstrikes on Kabul Raise Risk of Major Escalation

Pakistan launched airstrikes on Afghanistan’s capital on Monday night, triggering a fresh exchange of accusations between the neighbors and raising the risk of a major escalation.

Goldman Sachs Warns Oil’s Biggest Shock Will Hurt Fuels Most

The largest oil market shock on record triggered by the war in the Middle East is set to have a greater impact on products such as jet fuel and diesel than on crude, according to Goldman Sachs Group Inc.

Gold Steadies as Traders Weigh Inflation Risks, Oil-Supply Shock

Gold traded in a narrow range as traders weighed inflationary risks against attempts to contain an oil-supply shock arising from the war in the Middle East.

EU says Iran is ‘not Europe’s war’

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said there is no appetite to expand Europe’s naval mission to the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump’s Delay of Xi Summit Buys China Time to Game Out Iran War

President Donald Trump’s request for a delay to his summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping is a likely welcome development for Beijing, even as it threatens to inject new uncertainty into ties between the world’s two largest economies.

UK To Invest £1 Billion into Quantum Computing Research, Trials

The UK will spend more than £1 billion ($1.3 billion) on quantum computing research over the next four years, as governments boost investment into a technology that’s increasingly considered critical to national security.

Hong Kong Leader Says Middle East Conflict to Spur Capital Flows

Hong Kong leader John Lee said conflict in the Middle East could fuel capital flows to the Asian financial hub, as investors put their focus on diversification and security.

Fuel Shortages Disrupt Thailand’s Sacred Buddhist Funeral Rites

Worsening fuel shortages resulting from the war in the Middle East are threatening sacred funeral ceremonies in Thailand, where Buddhist temples are scrambling to obtain diesel for cremations.

And the burger goes to... Michael B Jordan marks Oscars win at fast food chain

Hours after winning best actor, Jordan joins an exclusive list of famous faces to celebrate an Oscar victory with a burger.

Philippine Finance Chief Says Oil Shock May Spur April Rate Hike

The Philippine central bank may tighten its monetary policy next month if oil prices continue to rise, according to Finance Secretary Frederick Go.

RBA Delivers Back-to-Back Rate Hikes in Split Decision

Australia’s central bank raised its key interest rate for a second straight meeting on Tuesday, stepping up its battle against stubborn inflation as rising energy costs from the widening war in Iran threaten to intensify price pressures.

Aluminum Rebounds as Traders Brace for More Middle East Outages

Aluminum recovered after a two-day slide, as uncertainty over the duration of the Iran war fueled worries about further potential output cuts at major plants across the Middle East.

Asian Stocks Rise Led by Technology, Oil Rebounds: Markets Wrap

Asian equities rose as Nvidia Corp.’s upbeat outlook for artificial intelligence lifted sentiment, with investors keeping a close eye on ship traffic through the vital Strait of Hormuz. Crude oil jumped 2.9%.

Iran War Creates an Energy Crunch for Export Giant Australia

As the war in the Middle East enters its third week, Australia — with little domestic refining capacity left — underscores how even major fossil fuel exporters aren’t immune to a widening energy crunch.

Venezuela defeats Italy, sets up WBC final against US

Venezuela is through to its first World Baseball Classic final and will play the host nation for the title in Florida.

Cuba tells exiles ‘doors are open’ to invest in businesses in the country

Cuba also says it is removing impediments to US businesses and other foreign investors.

Shortage of Naphtha Threatens Supply Chain Chaos in Japan

For all the headlines about the looming shortage in crude oil, Japan faces a more immediate hit to its industrial supply chain from a little-known petroleum byproduct.

Cogility to Showcase Cogynt.ai at the Insider Risk Summit 2026

IRVINE, Calif., March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cogility Software Corporation, a leader in trusted AI-powered decision intelligence software for augmented decision support, today announced the company will showcase its Cogynt.ai insider risk solution for government and commercial organizations at Insider Risk Summit West 2026, hosted by DSI Group. Cogility’s flagship product has been renamed Cogynt.ai […]

As American Bombers Take Off From R.A.F. Fairford in UK, Iraq War Looms Large

R.A.F. Fairford was the site of repeated antiwar protests during the Iraq war in 2003. Now it is being used again as a base for U.S. bombing missions in the Middle East.

Cuba faces nationwide blackouts amid US oil blockade

Cuba’s national power grid has collapsed amid an ongoing US-imposed oil blockade, causing blackouts across the country.

Millions without electricity as Cuba's power grid collapses

Cuba's chronic fuel shortages have been exacerbated by a US blockade on oil shipments to the island.

Oil Begins Flowing Through California Pipeline Under Trump Order

Oil had not flowed through the pipeline since a 2015 rupture caused an environmental disaster on California’s Central Coast. It sets up a new fight between the Trump administration and state officials.

Israel policy looms large over US elections in Illinois amid Iran war

Pro-Israel groups pour millions into Democratic primaries in Chicago area as support for US ally hits a historic low.

Why some Chinese see Iran conflict as a chance to start changing the world order

Divergences have begun to appear in China over the extent to which Beijing should use its economic, diplomatic and military power to secure its interests overseas

Palestinian activist Leqaa Kordia released from ICE detention

Palestinian activist Leqaa Kordia was released from an ICE detention facility in Texas after a year in custody.

Lapu Lapu victim, who lost high school sweetheart, says system failed him

Blaine Redlac, 29, was hit on his right leg and thrown up to 10 metres when a vehicle plowed through the festival in Vancouver on April 26.

Iran says wars are not won on social media

A spokesperson for Iran's Central Headquarters said wars are decided on the battlefield, not social media.

Chris Mason: Why Starmer thinks he's called it right on war despite Trump barbs

The BBC's Political Editor Chris Mason considers the US president's recent jabs at the UK prime minister.

Trump Administration Seeks to Remove Cuba’s President From Power During Negotiations

The United States has told Cuba that for meaningful progress to be made in negotiations, President Miguel Díaz-Canel must step down, said people familiar with the talks.

Vincent Massey Trojans win provincial hockey championship to avenge loss in city final

The Vincent Massey Trojans pulled off the repeat with a 4-1 victory over the Oak Park Raiders in Monday's final of the Provincial AAAA Boys High School Hockey Championship.

Airport Security Lines Grow as TSA Goes Unpaid in Partial Shutdown

“There’s going to be a breaking point sooner or later,” one union official warned, with travelers at some airports being told to arrive three hours ahead of time.

Afghanistan accuses Pakistan of air strike on drug rehab centre

Afghan officials say a Pakistani air strike has killed hundreds of people at a drug rehabilitation centre.

Collective Metals Closes First Tranche of Flow Through Private Placement Financing

March 16, 2026 VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — COLLECTIVE METALS INC. (CSE: COMT | OTC: CLLMF | FSE: TO1) (the “Company” or “Collective”) announces that further to its March 2, 2026 news release, the Company has closed the first tranche of its non-brokered private placement of flow-through units (each, a “FT Unit“) […]

Brookfield Infrastructure Completes Annual Filings

BROOKFIELD, NEWS, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Brookfield Infrastructure (NYSE: BIP, BIPC; TSX: BIP.UN, BIPC) today announced that it has filed its 2025 annual reports on Forms 20-F, including its audited financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2025, with the SEC on EDGAR at as well as with the Canadian securities authorities […]

Many killed, wounded after blasts hit Nigeria’s Maiduguri, witnesses say

Police deploy explosives' clearance teams to three sites following suspected suicide attacks in the northeastern city.

Gunze Opens New Office at Tsuyama Plant in Okayama: Advancing the Global Growth of Its Threads and Accessories Business

OSAKA, Japan — Gunze Limited (Headquarters: Osaka, Japan; President: Toshiyasu Saguchi) (TOKYO:3002) today announced the completion of a newly renovated office building at its Tsuyama Plant in Tsuyama City, Okayama. The project revitalizes the plant’s historic office building, originally constructed in 1928, preserving its heritage while upgrading it to support modern development and collaboration. Background […]

Richard Grenell: From Trump Cabinet Hopeful to Ex-Kennedy Center Manager

Richard Grenell once hoped to be President Trump’s secretary of state. Instead, Mr. Trump just replaced him as Kennedy Center president.

Moving English tests for migrants online risks criminal abuse, providers warn

Moving visa tests online could open the door to fraudsters and criminal gangs, a letter to government warns.

Spring to make a comeback with warmest day of the year forecast

Temperatures are on the rise again this week and as hours of daylight overtake hours of darkness, it will feel like spring has returned.

Experts say global response may evolve over Hormuz security

Experts say pressure could grow if disruption to the vital energy route continues.

Skild AI Expands Generalized Robot Intelligence Across Industries With ABB Robotics, Universal Robots, and NVIDIA

Skild AI is partnering with ABB Robotics and Universal Robots to deploy its omni-bodied robot brain across industries and applications, from factory floors to collaborative systems, without task-by-task reprogramming PITTSBURGH, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Skild AI, a pioneer in building generalized robot intelligence for any embodiment, today announced expanded collaborations with NVIDIA, ABB […]

Greenridge Exploration Announces Approval of Warrant Extension

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Greenridge Exploration Inc. (“Greenridge” or the “Company”) (CSE: GXP | FRA: HW3 | OTCQB: GXPLF), announces that the Canadian Securities Exchange has approved the extension of the expiry date of a total of 7,937,574 common share purchase warrants (the “2024 Warrants”). Each 2024 Warrant entitles the holder […]

Judge Strikes Down RFK Jr.’s Vaccine Policies in Blow to Trump’s Health Agenda

Ruling on a lawsuit brought by several prominent medical organizations, a district court said the federal government had not based its decisions on science in limiting Covid shots and revising the childhood immunization schedule.

Calgary water use climbs above city threshold for 1st time since restrictions imposed

Calgary and surrounding communities used 504 million litres of water on Sunday, ending a six-day streak of water use under the city-imposed daily threshold of 500 million litres.

Potential light show at Canada’s largest cemetery causes controversy

The Notre Dame des Neiges Cemetery is in preliminary discussions with a Montreal multimedia company to create an immersive light and music experience on its site, and it has some families with loved ones buried there concerned. The company is negotiating with Moment Factory, a studio that has created light and music shows around the...

Montreal-based filmmakers lead Canadian Oscar wins with animated short victory

Montreal filmmakers win best animated short at the Oscars, leading a strong night for Canada with four total Academy Awards.

Cuba Ready to Accept Outside Investment, Top Official Says

President Trump’s words came amid a nationwide blackout and as a top Cuban official said his country would move to open the economy to foreign investors.

Vehicle sales across the country are down, Statistics Canada numbers show

New vehicle sales are down in January 2026 from January 2025, with zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) showing the most significant dip, numbers from show.

Iran war live: Trump scolds allies for not joining Strait of Hormuz mission

US President Donald Trump criticises allies' reluctance to commit forces to open the key waterway for Gulf oil exports.

Gas, food and travel: How the war in Iran is driving up costs in B.C.

"There's a lot of pressure on energy costs, obviously, diesel, gas prices, and the food supply chain is a very energy-intensive sector," Dr. Sylvain Charlebois said.

MegaWatt Announces Effective Date for Consolidation of Shares

Vancouver, British Columbia, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — MegaWatt Lithium and Battery Metals Corp. (CSE:MEGA) (FSE: WR20) (OTCQB: WALRF) (the “Company“, “MegaWatt Metals” or “MegaWatt”) announces that, further to its news release dated March 6, 2026, and effective March 20, 2026, the Company will consolidate the common shares in the capital of the Company […]

Hotel in Iraqi capital Baghdad struck as attacks on US embassy intercepted

No group has claimed responsibility for the attacks, which took place amid the escalating Israel-US war on Iran.

Protesters fear ‘American-style’ 2-tiered health care is coming to Canada

Dozens of protestors gathered outside the office of their local Liberal MP, in cities across Canada on Monday to call on the federal government to protect public health care.

Three-time CFL all-star Tom Brown dies at 89

Canadian Football Hall of Famer Tom Brown, a three-time CFL all-star who won a Grey Cup with the B.C. Lions in 1964, has died, the team said Monday. He was 89.

Multiple people killed, injured after bombs explode in Nigeria: officials

Explosions were heard in Maiduguri, the Borno state capital, where Nigeria’s homegrown jihadi Boko Haram extremists have waged an insurgency for more than a decade.

Dream Office REIT Announces Sale of 212 King Street West

This news release contains forward-looking information that is based upon assumptions and is subject to risks and uncertainties as indicated in the cautionary note contained within this press release. TORONTO — DREAM OFFICE REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUST (D.UN-TSX) or (“Dream Office REIT”, the “Trust” or “we”) today announced the sale of 212 King Street West, […]

Trump claims strikes on Iran prevented nuclear war

Donald Trump claimed he ordered strikes on Iran to prevent a nuclear conflict that would have turned into World War III.

Surrey police charge man with manslaughter after deadly overnight shooting

Few details of the overnight shooting have been released, but Surrey, B.C. police say the victim and the accused were known to each other.

Peterborough supervised consumption site to close as Ontario government ends funding

According to Fourcast, up to 320 people use the Peterborough consumption treatment site annually. Staff also perform an average of 18 life-saving interventions every month.

Manitoba’s 1st supervised drug consumption site may not open for months: Kinew

Kinew now says the province is taking a step back from this approach and ensuring that different health-care interventions are built within the site before opening.

Brookfield Global Infrastructure Securities Income Fund Announces Quarterly Distribution

TORONTO, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Brookfield Global Infrastructure Securities Income Fund (the “Fund”) (TSX: BGI.UN) today announced a distribution of C$0.15 per unit for the quarter ending March 31, 2026. The distribution will be paid on or before April 15, 2026 to holders of record on March 31, 2026. Eligible holders of the […]

Abbotsford Hospital on lockdown due to weapons call, police confirm

There are a lot of police officers at the hospital and the incident is 'active and unfolding,' police confirmed. There are no reports of any injuries.

‘Door open’ for Canada’s military help with shipping crisis in Gulf, defence minister says

However, Canada has ‘no intention of getting involved offensively in the prosecution of the war in the region,’ David McGuinty said

How ‘Marty Supreme’ and Timothée Chalamet Went Home With No Oscars

A few years ago, the indie studio A24 was luxuriating in Academy Awards. On Sunday it was shut out entirely.

Alberta reviewing plan on forcing oil companies to pay outstanding municipal taxes

Unpaid municipal taxes by some in the energy industry is a long-standing issue, with Alberta's rural communities owed more than $250 million as of last year.

Slain Iran activist previously posted that suspects were plotting his murder

Mehdi Razavi, 48, of Maple Ridge and 45-year-old Arezou Soltani of North Vancouver were arrested Friday in connection with Masjoody's death.

War Isn’t the Only Thing on Trump’s Mind

President Trump spoke to journalists for about 40 minutes before holding a news conference on Monday, offering a glimpse into his priorities.

Court blocks U.S. child vaccine changes, says RFK Jr. may have violated law

The decision halts an order to end broad recommendations for all children to be vaccinated against flu, rotavirus, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, some forms of meningitis and RSV.

IQM and Zurich Instruments Launch Real-Time Quantum Error Correction Demonstrator with NVIDIA NVQLink

The demonstrator being built in this project delivers a clear path toward scalable and fault-tolerant quantum computers. The joint project integrates IQM’s superconducting quantum processor, Zurich Instruments’ ZQCS Quantum Control System, with the NVIDIA NVQLink platform to enable real-time error correction. This initiative establishes a foundation for standardized enterprise-ready quantum systems, and datacenter deployment. ZURICH, […]

Northview Residential REIT Reports Q4 and Full-Year 2025 Results With Exceptional FFO Growth, Solid AMR Growth Leading to Same Door NOI Expansion and Gains From Interest Savings

Not for distribution to U.S. newswire services or for dissemination in the United States. CALGARY, Alberta, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Northview Residential REIT (“Northview” or the “REIT”) (NRR.UN – TSX), today announced financial results for the three months and year ended December 31, 2025. 2025 ANNUAL HIGHLIGHTS Excluding insurance proceeds, FFO per basic […]

New Brunswick musician in ICU after ‘devastating’ attack near Moncton venue

John McLaren had been performing at Happy Craft Brewing on Saturday night. Police responded to a report of an assault near the venue the same evening and found McLaren injured.

Live Nation Antitrust Case Resumes With Testimony About Springsteen Fees

After the Justice Department announced a deal with the concert giant, the trial picked up after a week’s break, with a coalition of states leading the way.

Kennedy Center Board Votes to Close for 2-Year Renovation Project

Ahead of the vote, President Trump criticized the center’s physical condition and previous financial management.

Flagship Communities Real Estate Investment Trust Bolsters Presence in Key Market of Ohio

Not for distribution to U.S. newswire services or dissemination in the United States. TORONTO, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Flagship Communities Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX: MHC.U) (TSX:MHC.UN) (“Flagship” or the “REIT”) today announced it has acquired, from Empower Park, LLC (“Empower”), a 96-lot manufactured housing community (“MHC”) located in Cleves, Ohio (the “Acquisition”). […]

Ten ICU patients killed in hospital fire in eastern India

Emergency responders carried patients out of a government hospital in Odisha, India.

Schneider Electric teams with NVIDIA to develop validated blueprints to design, simulate, build, operate and maintain gigawatt-scale AI Factories

SAN JOSE, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — New NVIDIA Vera Rubin reference design, co-developed with NVIDIA, provides validated roadmap for powering and cooling latest NVIDIA rack-scale systems AVEVA, the industrial software company owned by Schneider Electric, and NVIDIA develop lifecycle digital twin architecture in NVIDIA Omniverse for large-scale AI factories to maximize token revenue […]

Who is answering Trump’s call for help with Strait of Hormuz?

Trump has criticised the response to his call to help protect shipping in the Strait of Hormuz during the war on Iran.

CAPREIT Announces March 2026 Distribution

Not for distribution to U.S. newswire services or for dissemination in the United States. TORONTO, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Canadian Apartment Properties Real Estate Investment Trust (“CAPREIT”) (TSX: CAR.UN) announced today its March 2026 monthly distribution in the amount of $0.12917 per Unit (or $1.55 on an annualized basis). The March 2026 distribution […]

Brunswick Exploration Closes First Tranche of Non-Brokered Private Placement for Gross Proceeds of $4,195,000

NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO UNITED STATES NEWS WIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES MONTREAL, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Brunswick Exploration Inc. (TSX-V: BRW, OTCQB: BRWXF; FRANKFURT:1XQ) (“BRW” or the “Corporation”) is pleased to announce the closing of a first tranche of its previously announced non-brokered private placement (the “Offering“) for gross […]

Lowey Dannenberg, P.C. is Investigating OneMain Holdings (NYSE: OMF) for Potential Violations of the Federal Securities Laws and Encourages Investors to Contact the Firm

NEW YORK, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Lowey Dannenberg P.C., a preeminent law firm in obtaining redress for consumers and investors, is investigating OneMain Holdings (“OneMain” or the “Company”) (NYSE: OMF) for potential violations of the federal securities laws. On March 16, 2026, New York Attorney General Lititia James, along with a coalition of […]

Cuba electric grid collapses amid US oil blockade causing national blackout

Cuba has not received oil shipments since early January amid US pressure, worsening humanitarian crisis on the island.

Nvidia expects to make US$1 trillion from AI chips through 2027

A flood of spending on AI chips has turned Nvidia into the world’s most valuable company

BBC files motion asking US court to throw out Trump’s $10bn lawsuit

US president sued BBC over 'Trump: A Second Chance?', seeking $5bn for defamation, $5bn for unfair trade practices.

How big of a problem is the Strait of Hormuz for Donald Trump?

US president frustrated with unenthusiastic response after appealing for help wresting control of key strait from Iran.

‘Mean tweets’ video of Avi Lewis has Alberta New Democrat calling for apology

Former Alberta NDP environment minister Shannon Phillips wants an apology from NDP leadership frontrunner Avi Lewis, after the clip surfaced

Hezbollah rocket hits a residential building in Israel’s Nahariya

Firefighters battled a blaze at a residential building in Nahariya, Israel after a Hezbollah rocket hit it.

How Iran oil shock is spurring a crackdown to save energy around the world

In Thailand, an order for civil servants to work from home for the foreseeable future came with another – use the stairs while the energy squeeze continues.

‘AI brain fry’ or ‘under-challenged’ workers? New reports weigh AI at work

A Harvard Business Review study described 'AI brain fry' as 'intensive back-and-forth with the tools, followed by an inability to think clearly, like a mental hangover.'

Greystone Housing Impact Investors Reports Fourth Quarter 2025 Financial Results

OMAHA, Neb., March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — On March 16, 2026, Greystone Housing Impact Investors LP (NYSE: GHI) (the “Partnership”) announced financial results for the three months and year ended December 31, 2025. The Partnership also announced it will host a call on Thursday, March 19th at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time to discuss the […]

Royal Gold Announces Investor Day on Tuesday, March 31, 2026

DENVER — Royal Gold, Inc. (NASDAQ: RGLD) (together with its subsidiaries, “Royal Gold,” or the “Company”) announced today that management will host an Investor Day on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. ET (10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. MT). During the event, management will provide an update on Royal Gold’s business, […]

GO Residential REIT Announces Acquisition Agreements for 7 Dey Street and 409 Eastern Parkway for US$439.6 Million and Concurrent Trust Unit Offering and Private Placement

The shelf prospectus supplement, the corresponding base shelf prospectus and any amendment to the documents is accessible through SEDAR+, or will be accessible through SEDAR+ within 2 business days, as applicable. Not for distribution to U.S. newswire services or dissemination in the United States. TORONTO and NEW YORK, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — […]

TFI International Declares Quarterly Dividend

MONTREAL, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Board of Directors of TFI International Inc. (NYSE and TSX: TFII), a North American leader in the transportation and logistics industry, declared a quarterly dividend of US $0.47 per outstanding common share of its capital payable on April 15, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close […]

Shipping insurance costs to cross Hormuz soar after ship attacks

A major question is whether ship owners are willing to cross the embattled Strait, given the safety risks

Ontario’s solicitor general breaks silent on police corruption investigation

Ontario's solicitor general has broken his silence on the arrest of seven serving Toronto police officers, weeks after the results of a massive anti-corruption probe were released.

Saskatchewan RCMP saw almost 10K domestic violence victims in 2025

The police agency in a news release on Monday said it was continuing a trend of 'persistently high levels' of both types of interpersonal violence.

Atmospheric river brings about 150 mm of rain to B.C.’s South Coast

This atmospheric river is expected to last until Wednesday morning, but more rain is on the way after that, according to forecast models.

Cuba’s electrical grid collapses amid US oil blockade

Ten million people left without power in latest of outages that sparked violent protest last weekendCuba’s national electric grid has collapsed, the country’s grid operator has said, leaving approximately 10 million people without power amid a US-imposed oil blockade that has crippled the island’s already obsolete generation system.The grid operator, UNE, said on social media on Monday that it was investigating the causes of the blackout, the latest in a series of widespread outages that last for hours or days and that last weekend sparked a rare violent protest in the communist-run country. Continue reading...

Carney’s planned Privy Council Office budget tops that of Trudeau

Newly released documents show $252M in total planned spending with 1,246 full-time equivalent staff, though both numbers are projected to fall in future

Cardi B calls out Canadian fans for not selling out Hamilton show

'Y'all not breaking my perfectly sold-out streak. I'm not playing with y'all,' the 'I Like It' rapper said.

CyberAI Group Executes Investment Banking Agreement with Silver Leaf Partners, LLC

Engagement to Enhance Expansion of Structured Debt and Mezzanine Offerings in Support of M&A Strategy and IP Growth LONDON and MIAMI and NEW YORK, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cyber A.I. Group, Inc. (“CyberAI” or the “Company”), a global emerging growth Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence and IT services company engaged in the development of next-generation […]

DP World Scales Latin America Trade Connectivity with Record Throughput in 2025

Capacity expansion, stronger Asia-Americas links, and nearshoring cargo flows powered sustained growth across Brazil, Dominican Republic, Peru, and Chile CHARLOTTE, N.C., March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — DP World’s terminals across Latin America set new throughput records in 2025, driven by expanded capacity, larger vessel calls, and stronger Asia-Americas connectivity. Records were set in Brazil, […]

2 people dead after meningitis outbreak at U.K. university

The institution cancelled all in-person exams on Monday, and the students' union called off events and shut down venues in response to the outbreak.

Israeli forces in southern Lebanon as ground operation announced

Israeli forces attacked multiple towns in southern Lebanon after announcing “limited and targeted ground operations."

Abandoned car retrieved from ice off Nova Scotia shore by helicopter, snowmobiles

It is believed to have been left by local troublemakers, though RCMP said in an email there was no criminality involved in the situation.

Trump says Hormuz Strait help ‘on the way’ as allies reject military action

US president refuses to identify which countries he says are responding to call for naval coalition to open trade route.

Stellarton Nursing Home Votes to Strike

STELLARTON, NS — Long term care workers from Valley View Villa, represented by CUPE 2330, have held strike votes, with 100% of those who voted casting ballots in favour of a strike mandate. These workers join thousands of other CUPE long term care workers who have voted overwhelmingly to strike in the past few months. […]

Trump says chief of staff Susie Wiles diagnosed with breast cancer

Trump said Wiles plans to begin treatment immediately but made no suggestion she was pulling back on her work as one of his closest advisers, in a Truth Social post on Monday.

Cuba reports nationwide blackout as fuel, economic crises deepen

The Ministry of Energy and Mines announced a 'complete disconnection' of the country’s fuel-powered electrical system, plunging nearly 11 million people into darkness.

Lake St. Martin First Nation undergoes forensic audit of $88M in federal funding

Lake St. Martin First Nation is undergoing a forensic audit for $88 million in federal funding from April 2022 to current, officials say.

Outrage as Afghan asylum seeker who fought alongside US dies in ICE custody

Family, advocates call for full probe after Mohommad Nazeer Paktyawal dies less than 24 hours after being detained.

Estimated cost of rebuilding Taber’s only ice rinks in the millions after explosion

Taber CAO Derrin Thibault said town council recently agreed to spend about $6.2 million to rebuild its ice rink after the explosion in December, but still needs millions more.

Canadian households hit a high of $18.6 trillion in wealth last year — but geopolitics could lead to growth ‘reversal’ in 2026

The ratio of financial to non-financial assets hit its highest point in more than 20 years, according to Statistics Canada

Why Iranian drones are hard to stop

Iranian-designed Shahed drones have inflicted major damage in the Middle East war

Alberta Selected as North American Host of World Cup of Hockey 2028

Games to Be Played in Edmonton and Calgary February 2028 at Rogers Place and Scotia Place EDMONTON, Alberta and CALGARY, Alberta, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — OEG Sports & Entertainment (OEGSE) and Calgary Sports & Entertainment Corporation (CSEC) announced today that Alberta has been selected by the NHL and NHL Players’ Association (NHLPA) to […]

European Stocks Advance as Key Oil Hub Resumes Operations

European stocks rose after a key UAE oil hub resumed operations, easing concerns about disruptions to energy flows.

Mayor calls out Carney Liberals’ response to antisemitic violence

Vaughan's Steven Del Duca said 'a lot of officials ... (are) too busy counting votes, rather than standing up for Canadian values'

Ford accused of limiting transparency law because of cellphone defeat in court

Ontario Premier Doug Ford saw his attempts to stop his cellphone records being partially released blocked by a panel of judges. Critics say he's changing the law as a result.

Preventable cold-related deaths take toll on Ontario’s homeless population, hospital staff

Hypothermia contributed to the deaths of 62 people in 2023, with nine of them considered homeless, and 57 deaths in 2024 with 11 people listed as homeless.

What are the symptoms of meningitis and is there a vaccine?

Two people have died following an outbreak of meningitis, including one student at the University of Kent.

Trump Says Striking Kharg Island Oil Assets Still an Option

US President Donald Trump said attacking oil infrastructure on Iran’s main export hub, Kharg Island, remains on the table following earlier strikes on military targets there.

Calgary, Edmonton and Prague to host 2028 World Cup of Hockey

The NHL has announced that the cities of Calgary and Edmonton, along with Prague in the Czech Republic, have been chosen to co-host the 2028 World Cup of Hockey.

Republican Officials Fuel Vitriol Against Muslims and Islamic School in Alabama

A local campaign against the small school reflects growing Islamophobia in conservative enclaves in America and among G.O.P. officials.

Transaction in Own Shares

Transaction in Own Shares 16 March 2026 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Shell plc (the ‘Company’) announces that on 16 March 2026 it purchased the following number of Shares for cancellation. Aggregated information on Shares purchased according to trading venue: Date of Purchase […]

No charges 2 years after Old Montreal building fire kills 7 people

Both the prosecutor’s office and Montreal police say the criminal investigation is ongoing and they are working to have information for the public as soon as possible.

Europe Rejects Trump’s Demands for Warships to Reopen the Strait of Hormuz

While some European countries said they were discussing ways to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz, several rejected President Trump’s calls to send warships.

After giving families fake ashes, ex-funeral home owner faces 20 years in prison

Jon Hallford and his wife, Carie, co-owned Return to Nature Funeral Home in Colorado Springs, where they deceived grieving families by claiming to perform cremations.

March 21 – Heart Fit Clinic

Heart Fit Clinic will be on Talk To The Experts this weekend – Saturday, March 21st at 11:00am! There is never a bad time to examine just where your health truly is. It’s time to contact the Heart Fit Clinic! Ever have those spicy wings and experience a bit of acid reflux, but didn’t think...

Wary allies show there's no quick fix to Trump's Iran crisis

European leaders are hesitant to help Trump secure the Strait of Hormuz, but they know inaction on the Iran war is not really an option.

March 21 – Kozak Financial Group

Kozak Financial Group, Talk to the Experts at 11 am on QR Calgary. The Kozak Financial Group’s income-oriented approach is designed to ensure your financial future is safe and secure. For almost 30 years, we have provided Albertans with expert, consistent investment advice. You have worked hard for your wealth, and we will work just...

Kinectrics Selected as Design & Fabrication Partner for UKAEA-Eni Tritium Loop Facility

TORONTO, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Kinectrics, a division of BWX Technologies Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), announced today its selection by the UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) and Global Energy Tech company Eni to be the design and fabrication partner for the UKAEA-Eni H3AT (pronounced ‘HEAT’) Tritium Loop Facility, which is expected to be the […]

Trump’s chief of staff Susie Wiles diagnosed with breast cancer

Susie Wiles, 68, has been widely credited with driving Trump's second presidency forward behind the scenes

Civilians pulled from rubble after US-Israeli strikes on Tehran

Rescuers have pulled civilians from the rubble after a new wave of US-Israeli strikes targeted Tehran.

Terry Glavin: ‘Pursuing my murder’ — Iranian dissident warned about those now charged in his death

Masood Masjoody was worried he was being targeted for his criticism of Tehran

BBC urges court to dismiss Trump Panorama lawsuit

The US president is suing for defamation over the way Panorama spliced together parts of a speech he made.

US responsible for deadly attack on Iranian school: Amnesty International

Rights group says Tomahawk missile likely used in Minab school strike that killed at least 170 people, mostly children.

Afghanistan says children among four killed in latest attacks by Pakistan

The civilians - three children and a woman - are killed in an attack on Khost province, local official says.

For Once, the Oscars Got a Lot Right (Even the In Memoriam Segment)

The ceremony figured out how to celebrate movies and the people who make them. It even understood Robert Redford’s place in American cinema.

Canada Leases Space Port in Bid to Break Reliance on US Rockets Like Musk’s SpaceX

Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government announced a 10-year, C$200 million ($146 million) agreement to use a private space port on Canada’s east coast as it pursues a satellite launch capability independent of the US and other countries.

Canada leases space port in bid to break reliance on U.S. rockets like Musk’s SpaceX

At the moment, Canada’s biggest satellite company, Telesat Corp., relies on SpaceX to launch its next-generation fleet

Inflation could spike to 3 per cent or more on rising gas prices from Iran war, economists warn

Any inflation from the war will further challenge a weak labour market, where higher energy prices limit spending power

One of Epstein’s Levers of Power: Access to Elite Private Schools

Jeffrey Epstein used his money and influence in the world of elite private schools to assist friends and acquaintances.

Europe Loses Top Aluminum Supplier With Mozambique Smelter Idled

South32 Ltd. idled its Mozambican aluminum smelter, Europe’s biggest source of the metal, after talks failed to secure an affordable power supply deal beyond this month, tightening global supplies just as the Iran war prompted Bahrain to curtail output at the world’s biggest facility.

Nearly 40K Toyota vehicles recalled due to ‘seats and restraints’ issue

According to Transport Canada, 'the seatback recliners for the second-row seats may not have been manufactured properly' on certain vehicles.

Teens allege Musk’s Grok chatbot made sexual images of them as minors

Three teenage plaintiffs in a lawsuit filed Monday accuse xAI of distributing, possessing and producing with intent to distribute child pornography.

Trump’s Threat to Delay Summit With Xi Casts New Shadow Over China Relations

President Trump warned that he could postpone a meeting set to begin in just over two weeks if China refuses to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Senior Police officers are on compulsory retirement.

The government has sent River Police Chief Kusum Dewan and four Additional Inspectors General of Police (IGPs) of Bangladesh Police into compulsory retirement. The information was disclosed through five separate notifications signed by Senior Secretary of the Police-1 branch under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Manjur Morshed Chowdhury, on Monday (March 9). The four other officials are Additional IGP (OSD) at Police Headquarters Abu Hasan Muhammad Tariq; Additional IGP (OSD) at Police Headquarters Mohammad Abdul Alim Mahmud; TR at Police Headquarters Md Masudur Rahman Bhuiyan; and Principal of the Bangladesh Police Academy in Rajshahi’s Sardah, Additional IGP Md Tawfique Mahbub Chowdhury. Sun News/ra

Terrorists and criminals hideout Salimpur Jungle to be cleaned

Law enforcement agencies have launched an unprecedented joint operation in the Jungle Salimpur area of Sitakunda in Chattogram to free the area from becoming a safe haven for terrorists and criminals. Around 4,000 members of the army, police and Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) joined the operation, which started at about 5:40AM on Monday. Additional Superintendent of Police (Media) of Chattogram District Police Md Russell said, ''This is a very large-scale operation. Around 4,000 members of the joint forces are conducting the drive,'' a police official said, adding that officers from multiple agencies are participating in the mission. The official added that the operation will continue for as long as necessary to eliminate criminal activities and restore full security in the area. Checkpoi...

Dominion still has pending lawsuits against election deniers such as Rudy Giuliani and Sidney Powell

READ: Trump indictment related to hush money payment

Trump pleads not guilty to 34 felony counts

Teen sentenced to 3 years for arson attack at Saskatoon’s Evan Hardy high school

The teen originally pleaded not guilty in February 2025, before changing her plea in December. The Crown and defence jointly submitted a maximum youth sentence of three years.

Deportation hearing begins for alleged senior Iranian regime official

Abbas Omidi is one of 32 'senior officials' of Iran’s regime located in Canada.

GA Drilling Secures $44.1 Million to Deploy NexTitan – Making Deep Geothermal Economically Viable at Scale

HOUSTON — GA Drilling, a technology company making deep geothermal drilling commercially viable has secured a $44.1 million investment to enter full-scale commercial deployment of its NexTitan downhole anchoring and drive system. “This investment gives us the capital and momentum to accelerate commercial deployment at scale,” said Tony Branch, CEO of GA Drilling. The funding […]

At the Governors Ball After-Party, Stars Celebrate the 2026 Oscars

Michael B. Jordan, Jessie Buckley, Paul Thomas Anderson, Leonardo DiCaprio and other nominees and winners celebrated at the official Academy Awards after-party.

Review: ‘The Silent Serenade’ at Mannes Opera

Erich Wolfgang Korngold’s “The Silent Serenade,” written in the 1940s, was given its English-language, United States premiere by Mannes Opera.

High-end Calgary car dealership goes up in flames

The Calgary Fire Department is investigating after a small, high-end car dealership was destroyed in an early morning fire on Monday.

Review: Handel’s ‘Hercules’ at Carnegie Hall

At Carnegie Hall, the English Concert made a case for “Hercules” as a strikingly modern dramatic oratorio of psychological and musical depth.

Trump suggests he may ‘make a deal’ with Cuba following protests, uprising

In recent weeks, Trump has ​made a series of statements claiming Cuba was on the verge of collapse or eager to make a deal with the U.S.

‘Spice-sensitive’ German tourist sues N.Y.C. taqueria for $100K over ‘very hot spicy’ salsa

A judge ruled in the restaurant's favour, saying spiciness 'is often the point'

IEA Says More Emergency Oil Stocks Available as War Drags On

The International Energy Agency, which last week announced a record release of oil reserves to ease the impact of the Iran war, said it has more that can be made available if needed.

KVI Travel Launches KVI Luxe, a New Ultra-Luxury Travel Division

Designed for a global clientele, the new division delivers executive-level access, international partnerships, and meticulously orchestrated travel experiences worldwide. (Rendering of the new Orient Express Sailing Yachts, the world’s largest sailing yachts) VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — KVI Travel, a full-service interline and retail travel agency, has launched KVI Luxe, formalizing […]

US, Israel now know ‘what kind of nation they are dealing with’

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says his country has shown it is ready to take the war “as far as necessary".

How badly has the Iran war hit the global economy? The tell-tale signs

Oil and gas price hikes due to the war have rattled the global economy.

Iran War Spurs a Surge in Stock Sales From US Shale Companies

Stock sales by US-listed oil and gas producers are making March the sector’s busiest month in more than six years as the war in Iran whips up volatility and stalls capital-raising activity from other corners of the market.

Ontario cutting funding for 7 supervised drug consumption sites

The government in 2024 banned supervised consumption sites within 200 metres of a school or daycare, targeting 10 sites across the province for closure by the end of March 2025.

Dollar Heads for Worst Day in Over a Month as Oil Prices Decline

The dollar is headed for its worst day in over a month as hopes that shipping traffic through a key oil route will resume pushed oil prices lower.

Is Russia benefitting from the Iran war?

The US is allowing the purchase of Russian oil that’s stranded at sea after the war on Iran led to higher energy prices.

King hits the DJ decks on city arts venue visit

The King admits "trying to get a hang of it" while having a go at being a DJ during a visit to Manchester.

Why Republicans are Changing Course on Immigration

What did Speaker Mike Johnson mean when he talked about a “course correction” in the Trump administration’s deportation approach? Our White House correspondent Zolan Kanno-Youngs analyzes how the message around deportation is changing.

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Lowey Dannenberg is Investigating Bright Horizons Family Solutions Inc. (NYSE: BFAM) for Potential Breaches of Fiduciary Duty by Its Board of Directors

NEW YORK, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Lowey Dannenberg has launched an investigation into whether certain officers and directors of Bright Horizons failed to manage the company in an acceptable manner, breaching their fiduciary duties, and whether Bright Horizons and its shareholders have suffered damages as a result. The investigation relates to an article […]

Accused in fatal Quebec daycare bus crash declared high-risk offender

The Quebec man found not criminally responsible for killing two children after he drove a city bus into a Montreal-area daycare has been labelled a high-risk offender.

The Curator: Modern twists on classic family games the whole family will love

Classic board games have been bringing families together for generations—but today’s versions add fresh energy, new rules, and creative gameplay.

Ottawa puts $200M into space launch pad in Nova Scotia

Ottawa will use the funds over the next decade to lease a space launch pad near Canso, Nova Scotia, which will serve as the foundation for a future spaceport.

F45 Training Introduces F45 PEAK500: A New Era of Standardized Athletic Performance Testing

The Next Evolution in F45 Training Performance Events Launches Network-Wide with Red Bull as Global Partner New York, NY, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — F45 Training, a global leader in functional group fitness, today announced the launch of F45 PEAK500 – a 30-minute hybrid, standardized performance event designed to challenge capacity, output and mental […]

The Politics of Teyana Taylor’s ‘One Battle After Another’ Character

Teyana Taylor’s character of Perfidia Beverly Hills is the most radical part of Paul Thomas Anderson’s Oscar-winning movie.

Best and Worst Moments From the 2026 Oscars

There was a lot to take in, from Michael B. Jordan’s thrilling win to the perplexing “bum drum.”

Lowey Dannenberg, P.C. is Investigating ICON PLC (NASDAQ: ICLR) for Potential Violations of the Federal Securities Laws and Encourages Investors to Contact the Firm

NEW YORK, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Lowey Dannenberg P.C., a preeminent law firm in obtaining redress for consumers and investors, is investigating ICON PLC (“ICON” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: ICLR) for potential violations of the federal securities laws. On February 12, 2026, ICON issued a press release entitled “ICON plc Provides Update on […]

Fed Options Trade Earns $10 Million as Oil Upends Rate-Cut Views

This month’s surge in oil prices and the market’s move to ratchet back expectations for Federal Reserve policy easing have generated a $10 million profit for one options bet in short-term interest rates.

Donald Trump warns NATO faces ‘very bad future’ if allies fail to help U.S. in Iran

United States president tells the FT in an interview that China summit could be delayed

Iran officials tout ‘Trump-burning’ celebration amid battle of narratives

Iranian state media calls for turning fire festival into a symbolic protest by burning figures of Trump and Netanyahu.

With Iran War, Trump Risks Stepping on Gains From His Own Tax Cuts

President Trump’s war in Iran has raised some costs just as many Americans are starting to see savings from last year’s tax cuts.

US Natural Gas Wavers as Traders Weigh Cold, Oil Price Drop

US natural gas futures swung between slight gains and losses as traders weighed a cold shift in weather forecasts, indicating higher demand for the heating and power-plant fuel in the coming weeks, against falling oil prices.

Oil Surge Clouds Travel Outlook, Sending Caribbean Bonds Lower

A surge in oil prices triggered by the war in Iran is rippling through sovereign debt markets in Central America and the Caribbean, where economies that depend heavily on tourism are particularly vulnerable to higher fuel costs.

Lowey Dannenberg, P.C. is Investigating Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises Inc. (NYSE: BW) for Potential Violations of the Federal Securities Laws and Encourages Investors to Contact the Firm

NEW YORK, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Lowey Dannenberg P.C., a preeminent law firm in obtaining redress for consumers and investors, is investigating Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises Inc. (“BW” or the “Company”) (NYSE: BW) for potential violations of the federal securities laws. On March 12, 2025, a short seller published a report questioning the […]

Montreal father loses nearly $20,000 in impersonation scam

A few weeks ago, Eric Sauvageau received a call from someone he believed was his son. He withdrew thousands from the bank and paid it before realizing he'd been scammed.

Kenya and Russia agree no Kenyans will be recruited for Ukraine war

Kenyan foreign minister meets Russian counterpart amid reports that hundreds of Kenyans are fighting in Russia, Ukraine.

US says it has destroyed Iran missile capacity: How is Iran still shooting?

Despite degraded launch capabilities, Iran has enough missiles to fire strategically, keep region on edge, say experts.

Iran launches fresh attacks, strikes Gulf oil hub as it rejects Trump’s ceasefire claim

'Iran wants to make a deal, and I don’t want to make it because the terms aren’t good enough yet,' Trump said over the weekend

Qatar calls on Iran to stop Gulf attacks, urges diplomatic solution

Qatar foreign ministry spokesman Majed al-Ansari accuses Iran of targeting civilian areas as he calls for de-escalation.

‘I’m very clearly fighting for Canada,’ Danielle Smith on Alberta separatism

The premier joins us to outline her referendum strategy and what she wants from Ottawa

Benevity Unveils New AI and Management Features Designed to Streamline Global Grantmaking

CALGARY, Alberta, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Benevity Inc., the leader in global corporate purpose software, today announced two significant updates to its granting ecosystem: the debut of AI-powered Grant Summaries for program administrators and a new Grant Application Management feature for nonprofits. These updates arrive as the scale of corporate giving continues to […]

US Industrial Production Increases on Factory, Mining Output

US industrial production rose modestly in February, lifted by a second month of gains in manufacturing and mining output.

ANALYSIS: Winnipeg Jets, Cole Perfetti share common goal of avoiding lost season

The homestand was beginning to look like a lost cause for the Jets heading into the weekend. A similar script could outline how the season has gone to date for Cole Perfetti.

Nova Scotia, New Brunswick bracing for heavy rain, strong winds

The federal weather agency says most of southern and central New Brunswick and western and eastern Nova Scotia will be impacted.

Canadian propane tanker resold five times at sea as Asian buyers hunt for fuel

Canada's small but growing propane export industry is expected to benefit from conflict-driven higher prices

In Tense Meeting, Dr. Oz Pressed Medical Societies on Trans Care for Teens

Most groups defended their support for medical intervention. But the Society for Plastic Surgeons broke with the consensus.

Growing Armada of Tankers Seeks Hormuz-Bypass Oil From Red Sea

A huge number of tankers are now waiting to collect oil from Saudi Arabia’s key port in the Red Sea as Riyadh ramps up its efforts to bypass the Strait of Hormuz after the vital waterway was effectively closed to shipping.

Call of the Wilde: Montreal Canadiens’ defence struggles in loss to Anaheim Ducks

The Montreal Canadiens are in a fight for their lives for the playoffs, even though they are on pace for 103 points this season.

The US-Israeli strategy against Iran is working. Here is why

Every aspect of Iran’s ability to project regional power is being successfully degraded.

Telnyx Named Among Top Global CPaaS Providers in Frost & Sullivan’s 2025 Frost Radar™ Analysis

Independent benchmarking recognizes Telnyx’s vertically integrated platform and AI Voice Agent Orchestration as key differentiators AUSTIN, Texas, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Telnyx, a global communications and AI infrastructure provider, today announced its recognition in the Frost Radar™: Communications Platform as a Service, 2025, an independent analysis by Frost & Sullivan evaluating the top […]

Colliers announces upcoming annual & special meeting and Q1 reporting dates

TORONTO, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Colliers International Group Inc. (TSX & NASDAQ: CIGI) (“Colliers” or the “Company”) today announced that its Annual and Special Meeting of Shareholders will be held virtually on March 31, 2026, at 11:00am ET. Attendees will have the opportunity to attend the meeting online, in real time, and shareholders […]

U.S. allies wary of joining Trump’s Strait of Hormuz mission

Luxembourg’s Foreign Minister Xavier Bettel was more blunt: 'Blackmail is not what I wish for'

Cooler inflation in February was ‘the dip before the spike,’ says economist

Consumer inflation cooled to 1.8 per cent in February compared to a year earlier, when the federal GST/HST tax holiday meant lower prices for many consumer goods and services.

Peloton Debuts a Commercial Bike and Treadmill Designed for Gyms

Peloton Interactive Inc. introduced a new bike and treadmill designed to be used in gyms, its latest effort to deliver on a long-promised turnaround.

Qatar insists Iran is targeting civilian areas

Qatar’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Majed Al Ansari says Iranian attacks have targeted residential areas.

Advocates worry Toronto’s AIDS memorial may fade away with city’s renovation plans

The memorial was first established in 1988 and was made permanent in 1993, according to the 519, a Toronto-based LGBTQ+ organization that manages its annual name engravings.

Major winter storm bearing down on northern Ontario, eastern Quebec

Environment Canada says weather warnings are in place from east of Thunder Bay and Lake Superior, all the way to the city of Sept-Iles in eastern Quebec.

Top Aces Awarded Contract for F-16 Instructor Pilot Training in Support of the Argentine Air Force

Multi-year program will accelerate Argentina’s transition to F-16 operations as new aircraft arrive from Denmark MESA, Ariz., March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Marking another significant step in its global expansion, Top Aces Corp. (“Top Aces”) today announced the award of a multi-year contract worth $33.2 million to provide F-16 pilot training for the Fuerza […]

KASKELA LAW ALERT: Does the Proposed $7.00 Per Share Buyout Price Shortchange Mister Car Wash, Inc. (MCW) Investors? MCW Shareholders are Encouraged to Contact Kaskela Law to Discuss Their Legal Rights and Options

PHILADELPHIA, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Kaskela Law LLC is investigating the adequacy of the Mister Car Wash, Inc. (Nasdaq: MCW) shareholder buyout proposal to determine whether MCW shareholders may be able to obtain a higher price for their shares. Click here for additional information: BACKGROUND: On February 18, 2026, Mister Car Wash announced that it had agreed to be acquired by private […]

Kaskela Law LLC Launches Investigation on Behalf of Atkore Inc.(ATKR) Shareholders and Encourages ATKR Shareholders to Contact the Firm to Protect Their Investment

PHILADELPHIA, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Kaskela Law LLC announces that it has launched an investigation of Atkore Inc. (NYSE: ATKR) on behalf of the company’s shareholders. The investigation seeks to determine whether Atkore and/or the company’s officers and directors violated the securities laws or breached their fiduciary duties in connection with recent corporate actions. Atkore shareholders are encouraged to contact Kaskela Law LLC (D. […]

KASKELA LAW ALERT: Does the Proposed $24.55 Per Share Buyout Price Shortchange Clearwater Analytics Holdings, Inc. (CWAN) Investors? CWAN Shareholders are Encouraged to Contact Kaskela Law to Discuss Their Legal Rights and Options

PHILADELPHIA, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Kaskela Law LLC is investigating the adequacy of the Clearwater Analytics Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CWAN) (“Clearwater”) shareholder buyout proposal to determine whether CWAN shareholders may be able to obtain a higher price for their shares. Click here for additional information: BACKGROUND: December 21, 2025, Clearwater reported that it had agreed to be acquired by a […]

Suspects in B.C. killing of vocal Iran critic to make Vancouver court appearance

Court records show Mehdi Ahmadzadeh Razavi of Maple Ridge and Arezou Soltani of North Vancouver are scheduled for a hearing to fix a date for a future appearance.

Waterloo mayor ‘shocked’ sniper involved in police response to St. Patrick’s party

Waterloo police also said the safety plan for this year's St. Patrick's Day weekend included safety barriers "to prevent vehicles from dangerously driving into the area."

Carney, Starmer meet in London as Iran war upends global shipping

A readout issued by Carney's office after the meeting in London said the two leaders condemned Iran's missile and drone attacks on civilian and energy infrastructure.

Europeans Criticize De Wever’s Call to Normalize Russia Ties

European officials slammed a call by Belgian Prime Minister Bart de Wever to cut a deal with Russia’s Vladimir Putin to end the war in Ukraine and resume the flow of cheap Russian energy to Europe.

Strait of Hormuz: Which countries’ ships has Iran allowed safe passage to?

Tehran allows a small number of ships from certain countries to pass through waterway.

QNB Corp. to Present at the Banking Virtual Investor Conference March 26th

QNB Corp. invites individual and institutional investors, as well as advisors and analysts, to attend online at VirtualInvestorConferences.com QUAKERTOWN, Pa., March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — QNB Corp. (OTCQX: QNBC), Parent Company of QNB Bank, Jeff Lehocky, EVP, Chief Financial Officer, will present live at the Banking Virtual Investor Conference hosted by VirtualInvestorConferences.com, on March […]

Deutsche Lufthansa AG to Present at the OTCQX Best Virtual Investor Conference March 19th

Company invites individual and institutional investors, as well as advisors and analysts, to attend online at VirtualInvestorConferences.com FRANKFURT, Germany, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Deutsche Lufthansa AG (EXCHANGE: LHA.XE), headquarter based in Frankfurt, Germany, focused on the aviation industry, today announced that Marc-Dominic Nettesheim, Head of Investor Relations Lufthansa Group, will present live at the […]

Bessent Plays Down Concern Over Any Trump China Trip Delay

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent played down any implications from a potential delay of President Donald Trump’s trip to China, which was originally scheduled to begin later this month.

Quran echoes loudly as Palestinian reciters gather in Gaza

Quran memorisers in Gaza overcome devastation from war, reciting the holy book as a source of hope and strength.

South Korean protesters criticise Trump over Hormuz security demand

Activists in South Korea have staged a protest against Donald Trump’s request for help securing the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran War Spurs Asia Interest in Importing US Energy, Burgum Says

The Mideast war’s disruption of oil and gas flows is prompting new interest from Asian countries in importing more energy from the US, Interior Secretary Doug Burgum said.

In Lebanon, Israel is using occupation as negotiating tool, say analysts

Israel is using military occupation of southern Lebanon and displacement crisis to dictate ceasefire terms, say experts.

Slate Grocery REIT Announces Distribution for the Month of March 2026

TORONTO — Slate Grocery REIT (TSX: SGR.U) (TSX: SGR.UN) (the “REIT”), an owner and operator of U.S. grocery-anchored real estate, announced today that the Board of Trustees has declared a distribution for the month of March 2026 of U.S.$0.072 per class U unit of the REIT (“Class U Units”), or U.S.$0.864 on an annualized basis. […]

GCE® Launches Gascontrol.com Website Showcasing Its Complete Gas Control Portfolio for Speciality, Medical, and Industrial Applications

ZUG, Switzerland — GCE®, a global market leader for gas control equipment, has launched gascontrol.com, a new website designed to better serve customers across its GCE Specialty, GCE Medical, and GCE Industrial product portfolios. The new site provides a streamlined, market-focused experience that makes it easier for users to explore GCE’s gas control solutions and […]

Africa particularly vulnerable as Iran conflict disrupts supply chains, say experts

Food production in many African countries depends heavily on fertiliser imported from the Gulf through the strait of HormuzCountries in Africa, where farmers depend heavily on imported fertiliser and a large share of household income goes on food, are particularly vulnerable to supply chain disruptions caused by the war in the Middle East, experts have said.The conflict has drastically disrupted trade through the strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping lane not just for oil and gas but also for fertiliser, which is produced in vast quantities in the Gulf. Continue reading...

SBC Medical Announces Opening of Brand Flagship ‘NEO Skin Clinic Ginza.’

Accelerating multi-branding strategy in aesthetic healthcare with global presence in Tokyo’s premier district IRVINE, Calif. — SBC Medical Group Holdings Incorporated (Nasdaq: SBC) (“SBC Medical” or the “Company”), a Management Services Organization operating a wide range of franchise businesses across diverse medical fields, today announced that its specialized aesthetic brand, “NEO Skin Clinic,” will open […]

Bombardier Commences Consent Solicitations with Respect to its 7.35% Debentures due 2026 and its 7.450% Notes due 2034

MONTREAL, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bombardier Inc. (“Bombardier”) today announced that it has launched consent solicitations with respect to its 7.450% Notes due 2034 (the “US Notes”) and its outstanding 7.35% Debentures due 2026 (the “Canadian Notes” and collectively with the US Notes, the “Notes”) (with respect to any such series of Notes, […]

Asante Provides Operations Update

TORONTO, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Asante Gold Corporation (TSXV: ASE | GSE: ASG | OTCQX: ASGOF) (“Asante” or the “Company”) a Ghana-focused emerging mid-tier gold producer, is pleased to provide an operational update on the Company’s Bibiani Gold Mine (“Bibiani”) and Chirano Gold Mine (“Chirano”). Unless otherwise stated, all amounts are in U.S. […]

Celestica and AMD Announce Collaboration to Advance the Next Era of AI with “Helios” Rack-Scale AI Platform

TORONTO and SANTA CLARA, Calif., March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Celestica Inc. (TSX: CLS) (NYSE: CLS), a global leader in data center infrastructure and advanced technology solutions, and AMD (NASDAQ: AMD), a leader in high-performance and AI computing, today announced a strategic collaboration to bring the new “Helios” rack-scale AI platform to market. The collaboration […]

VERSES® Announces Closing of Private Placement Offering of Units

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — VERSES AI Inc. (CBOE:VERS) (OTCQB:VRSSF) (“VERSES” or the “Company”), a cognitive computing company specializing in next-generation intelligent software systems, is pleased to announce that it has closed a non-brokered private placement offering of 1,170,807 units (the “Units”) of the Company at a price of C$0.75 (US$0.55) […]

Extendicare Announces March 2026 Dividend of C$0.0441 per Share

MARKHAM, Ontario, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Extendicare Inc. (“Extendicare” or the “Company”) (TSX: EXE) announced that it has declared a cash dividend of C$0.0441 per common share of the Company for the month of March 2026, which is payable on April 15, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business on […]

DPM Metals Announces Renewal of Normal Course Issuer Bid

TORONTO, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — DPM Metals Inc. (TSX: DPM, ASX: DPM) (ARBN: 689370894) (“DPM” or “the Company”) announced today that the Toronto Stock Exchange (“TSX”) accepted its notice of intention to renew its normal course issuer bid (the “New Bid”) to purchase certain of its common shares (“Shares”) through the facilities of […]

EU Debates Taming Energy Costs as Iran War Threatens Supply

European Union nations are discussing ways to curb energy prices boosted by the Middle East conflict, as concerns mount over their economic impact and increasing risks to supplies.

Canopy Growth Completes Acquisition of MTL Cannabis Creating Canada’s Leading Medical Cannabis Business By Revenue

This news release constitutes a “designated news release” for the purposes of Canopy Growth’s prospectus supplement dated August 29, 2025 to its short form base shelf prospectus dated June 5, 2024 All financial amounts in this press release are expressed in Canadian dollars. Strengthens Canopy Growth’s core Canadian platform, providing additional high-quality flower to support […]

POET Technologies and LITEON Announce Joint Development of Optical Modules for AI Applications

SAN JOSE, Calif., March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — POET Technologies Inc. (“POET” or the “Company“) (NASDAQ: POET), a leader in the design and implementation of highly-integrated optical engines and light sources for artificial intelligence networks, today announced a strategic collaboration with LITEON Technology, one of the world’s leading providers of optoelectronic semiconductor components and […]

Destruction in Beirut as bombing and mass displacement continue

Neighbourhoods in Beirut’s southern suburbs have been left in ruins by Israeli bombing attacks.

Iran still playing in World Cup 2026 despite withdrawal rumours, AFC says

Asian Football Confederation says it hasn't received any notification of Iran pulling out of upcoming World Cup.

No, MAGA is not divided on the Iran war

Trump’s supporters remain loyal, even if there are a few loud dissenting voices.

War on Iran: Can fuel rationing, remote work, short sleeves ease oil woes?

Rising oil prices amid the US-Israel war on Iran are pushing nations to readjust their energy policies.

FIRST READING: Carney was elected to save the economy. It’s only gotten worse

Lost jobs, stagnated productivity, and Mexico now claims the title as the largest U.S. trading partner

Cielo Announces Strategic Partnership Framework Agreement with Tano T’enneh Enterprises for Proposed Sustainable Aviation Fuel Facility in British Columbia

CALGARY, Alberta, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cielo Waste Solutions Corp. (TSXV: CMC; OTCQB: CWSFF) (“Cielo” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it has entered into a non-binding Strategic Partnership Framework Agreement dated March 14th, 2026 (the “SPFA”) with Tano T’enneh Enterprises (“TTE”), a wholly owned enterprise of the Lheidli T’enneh Nation, […]

Altus Group Announces Commencement of Substantial Issuer Bid

TORONTO, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Altus Group Limited (“Altus Group” or the “Company”) (TSX: AIF), a leading provider of commercial real estate (“CRE”) intelligence, in furtherance of the Company’s previously announced capital return objectives, today announced the commencement of a substantial issuer bid (the “SIB”) pursuant to which Altus Group will offer to purchase for […]

Wallbridge Mining Announces Drilling Has Commenced at Martiniere

TORONTO, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Wallbridge Mining Company Limited (TSX: WM, OTCQB: WLBMF) (“Wallbridge” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it has commenced drilling at its Martiniere gold project (“Martiniere”) located within the Wallbridge land package in northwestern Quebec. The 2026 program represents one of the Company’s more active exploration seasons […]

nCino Launches Doc VOI to Help Lenders Automate Document-based Income Verification

New nCino Mortgage Solution feature reduces manual paystub and W-2 review, helping lenders qualify borrower income earlier at lower cost WILMINGTON, N.C., March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — nCino, Inc. (NASDAQ: NCNO), the leading provider of intelligent, best-in-class banking solutions, today announced the launch of nCino Doc VOI powered by Argyle, a new feature within the […]

Clarios Appoints Chris Courts as Chief Legal Officer

Glendale, WI, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Clarios, a global leader in advanced energy storage solutions, today announced the appointment of Chris Courts as Chief Legal Officer (CLO) and member of the company’s Executive Leadership Team, effective today. Courts succeeds Claudio Morfe, who will retire in July 2026 after a decade of distinguished service […]

US Treasuries Erase 2026 Gains as Inflationary Angst Rises

The US Treasury market has erased all its gains for the year as the war-driven surge in oil prices sets investors panicking about both inflation and growth risks.

L&T Technology Services Launches NVIDIA-Powered AI Lung Digital Twin Platform for Advanced Respiratory Diagnostics

Leveraging deep learning for immersive 3D visualization, integrated CT imaging workflows and enhanced precision in lung navigation and surgical planning SAN JOSE, Calif. — L&T Technology Services Limited (BSE: 540115, NSE: LTTS), a global leader in AI, Digital & R&D Consulting Services, has announced its next-generation, AI-powered digital twin platform for lung navigation, surgical planning […]

Brookfield Business Partners Announces Closing Date of Corporate Simplification

BROOKFIELD, NEWS, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Brookfield Business Partners L.P. (“BBU”) and Brookfield Business Corporation (“BBUC”) announced today that they have received all required approvals to complete the previously announced corporate simplification to convert into one publicly traded Canadian corporation. “Today represents an important milestone in the continued growth and evolution of our business […]

Monastery shelters families fleeing Israeli strikes in Lebanon

Families displaced by Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon have found shelter at the Saints Peter and Paul Monastery in Qattine

Zacatecas Silver Receives Drill Permit for El Cristo, Supporting 2026 Drill Program Aimed at Increasing Existing Silver Resource at the Zacatecas Silver Project

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Zacatecas Silver Corp. (TSXV: ZAC | OTCQB: ZCTSF | FRA: 7TV) (“Zacatecas Silver” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it has received the necessary drill permit from Mexico’s environmental authority, Secretaría de Medio Ambiente y Recursos Naturales (“SEMARNAT”), for the El Cristo vein system, a […]

Industrials Lead S&P 500 Earnings Beat on Defense, AI Demand

US industrial companies delivered the biggest earnings surprise of any sector last quarter, with profits topping estimates as defense demand, commercial aerospace and artificial intelligence-related capital spending powered results.

Mexico sets world record for biggest football lesson

Thousands turned Mexico City's central square into a football pitch in an attempt to set a new Guiness World record.

Man City vs Real Madrid: Champions League – team news, start and lineups

Los Blancos travel to Manchester with a quarterfinal spot up for grabs in the UEFA Champions League knockout phase.

Fire at India hospital intensive care unit kills 10 people

Fire in the city of Cuttack likely caused by a short circuit, which is common in India due to poorly maintained wiring.

Snowline Gold Announces Inclusion Into the GDXJ

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SNOWLINE GOLD CORP. (TSX: SGD) (OTCQB: SNWGF) (the “Company” or “Snowline”) is pleased to announce that it has been included in the VanEck Junior Gold Miners ETF (“GDXJ”). The GDXJ is a widely followed exchange traded fund that provides investors with exposure to a global portfolio of […]

New World’s Top Shareholder Seeks to Refinance $932 Million Loan

Chow Tai Fook Enterprises Ltd., the main investment arm of Hong Kong billionaire Henry Cheng’s family, is looking to refinance an around HK$7.3 billion ($932 million) loan due in June, according to people familiar with the matter, testing banks’ appetite for exposure to a firm tied to the clan’s troubled property business.

Experian Marks a Breakthrough in Consumer AI with the Next Evolution of Its Virtual Assistant

Smarter, more adaptive assistant advances personalized, conversational financial guidance powered by trusted data COSTA MESA, Calif. — Experian today unveiled the next evolution of the Experian Virtual Assistant, EVA™, a significant advancement in its Consumer First AI strategy that expands personalized, conversational financial guidance to millions of consumers. “This next generation of EVA reflects the […]

Saint John’s port is booming as Ontario shippers seek to dodge U.S. tariffs

The Port of Saint John's modernization fuelled a 153 per cent jump in container traffic, reshaping Canada’s trade routes

Dwight Newman: Government’s Musqueam deal doesn’t protect private property in Vancouver

But it doesn't seize private land and give it to the Musqueam, either

Canadian agencies, industry players begin white-collar-crime crackdown blitz with the U.S. and U.K.

The target is fraud schemes that are increasingly operating across borders using sophisticated technology such as the blockchain

Pope to Make a (Virtual) Visit for the United States’ 250th Birthday

After declining an invitation from President Trump, Pope Leo XIV will make a virtual appearance on July 3 at the National Constitution Center to accept its Liberty Medal.

Ford government poised to waive HST on all new homes as sector struggles

Ontario's finance minister is expected to announce that the provincial portion of the harmonized sales tax will be removed for anyone buying a newly constructed home to spur sales.

Geoff Russ: B.C. is the best hope for Canada’s conservatives

The province could have its own renaissance of the right

More Alcohol-Free Beer, Less Wine in UK Inflation Basket Shakeup

Non-alcoholic beer is being added to the list of goods used to measure UK inflation while different wine categories are merged into one, in a sign Britons are becoming more health-conscious.

Venezuela’s 600% Inflation Undercuts Trump’s Boasts of Revival

The Trump administration promised Venezuelans economic prosperity after removing Nicolás Maduro from power. Life has only gotten harder in the two months since.

Read the Edited Highlights of Prabowo’s Interview With Bloomberg

Following are the edited highlights of Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto’s interview over the weekend with Bloomberg’s Ben Otto, Anto Antony and Daniel Ten Kate.

Israeli military launches ground operations in southern Lebanon

Israeli army says its forces are targeting key locations in southern Lebanon, aiming to expand forward defence zones.

Canada Mulls Joining UK-Led Response Force as Its Military Grows

Canada is considering eventual membership in a UK-led multinational rapid response force, but its immediate priority is rebuilding its military and reducing reliance on the US, Defense Minister David McGuinty said.

India Sees Power Use Surging to Record, Adding to Energy Crisis

India expects a surge in peak power demand to a record during the hot season, according to people familiar with the matter, potentially adding to energy woes the country is already facing because of the war in Iran.

Displaced Lebanese shelter in schools, stadiums amid Israeli attacks

Israeli attacks displace over 800,000 in Lebanon and kill more than 800, as the UN launches an urgent aid appeal.

Oilers optimistic Draisaitl will be back soon

It was both a big win and hopefully not too big of a loss for the Edmonton Oilers on Sunday.

Jess and Morgs Blur the Boundaries Between Live Performance and Film

Jess and Morgs, the creators of weird and wonderful works that blur the boundaries between live performance and digital, have reached the big time: the Paris Opera.

Protesters forced to flee Iran hope war will topple regime

With the war on Iran into its third week, regime change remains a desired but uncertain outcome of the conflict.

How Israel, the US and Iran deploy covert ops

Sometimes called sleeper cells, these anonymous agents employ deception to spy, sabotage or kill.

Muslims pray near closed Al-Aqsa Mosque on Ramadan holy night

Muslims prayed in the streets outside Al-Aqsa Mosque to mark the holiest night of the month of Ramadan.

Iran’s Upper Hand in Hormuz Is Pressuring Oil Buyers and Trump

Iran is making the most of its geographic advantage in the Strait of Hormuz, forcing energy buyers to negotiate for safe transit and pushing the US to demand help from other nations to secure a reopening that — even in the best case — could take weeks.

Israeli strike on Gaza police kills officers

An Israeli attack on a police vehicle in central Gaza has killed eight officers including a senior police official.

Map shows how 16 days of attacks have evolved in US-Israel war on Iran

Here's a day-by-day breakdown of attacks, illustrating the targets hit and the weapons used since February 28.

The Iran war picture blackout

Al Jazeera’s Linh Nguyen breaks down Planet Labs delaying the publication of its satellite imagery during an active war.

Price Shock Lifts Europe’s Oil and Gas Stocks, Renewables Lag

The war in the Middle East is causing unprecedented turmoil in oil markets, supercharging shares in European energy companies that are expected to benefit from higher prices while turning other stocks into laggards.

How closing the Strait of Hormuz raises your grocery bill

Closing the Strait of Hormuz raised oil prices. It also raises the cost of bread.

EU Pushes to Shift Naval Mission to Protect Strait of Hormuz

The European Union’s foreign policy chief is encouraging member states to redirect the bloc’s Red Sea naval mission to help restart oil and gas shipments in the Strait of Hormuz.

Dubai Stocks Fall Into Bear Market as Iran War Enters Third Week

Dubai stocks slid into bear-market territory as the crisis in the Middle East caused chaos in the energy, shipping, real estate and tourism industries.

Iran war: What is happening on day 17 of US-Israel attacks?

Dubai contained a fire near its airport and temporarily suspended flights, while Trump claimed Iran wants to negotiate.

The Epstein Files: A Timeline

What began as a sex-trafficking investigation in Florida has gone on to spawn conspiracy theories and tarnish the legacies of influential people.

Why Did Trump Officials Award $2 Million to a Small Art School in Queens?

The National Endowment for the Humanities seldom gave seven-figure grants. Now big awards flow to handpicked projects, including an institution with three full-time employees.

Highlights From the 2026 Oscars: ‘One Battle After Another’ Wins Six Awards, Including Best Picture

Paul Thomas Anderson’s film also took best director and best supporting actor for Sean Penn. Michael B. Jordan won best actor for “Sinners,” and Jessie Buckley was named best actress for “Hamnet.”

Rafah crossing closure leaves Gaza patients trapped without treatment

Thousands face worsening illness after closure of key crossing halts medical evacuations.

State Department Cuts Price of Renouncing U.S. Citizenship to $450

The fee had been increased to $2,350 in 2015, prompting criticism and legal challenges from advocacy groups and Americans living abroad.

Here are all the moments you didn't see on TV

Inside the winners room and other insights from behind the scenes.

4 Palestinians Killed When Israeli Forces Open Fire on West Bank Family

Six members of a Palestinian family went out for a ride in the car. Only two made it back home.

The War Is Making It Harder to Keep the Lights On, 2,000 Miles Away

Bangladesh is taking steps to conserve electricity, which its factories need to keep stitching together the world’s clothing.

In pictures: Stars and fashion from the red carpet

Hollywood's biggest stars turn on the style as they walk the red carpet for the glittering ceremony.

Oscars 2026 Winners List: ‘One Battle After Another,’ ‘Sinners’ and More

The winning actors, directors, pictures and more at the 98th annual Academy Awards.

Unforgettable Oscars Looks 2026: Bumblebee Brooches, Jewel-Tone Gowns and More

Jewel-tone gowns, bumblebee brooches, overalls and more.

Historic firsts, risqué jokes, and a tie: watch the top Oscar moments

One Battle After Another dominated the night with six awards, while Sinners and Frankenstein weren't far behind.

Our Favorite Oscars Red Carpet Photos Featuring Jessie Buckley and Emma Stone

Grand entrances, statement-making fashion and the occasional candid moment, on a night geared for gold.

'It's a tie, I'm not joking' - unusual Oscars moment sees two films share award

The rare but not unprecedented tie saw The Singers and Two People Exchanging Saliva both win for best short live action film.

Best animated film winner Kpop Demon Hunters captures hearts world over

We find out how the award-winning, demon-busting crooners have cast a spell world over.

Kennedy Center Board to Vote Monday on Trump’s Proposed Closure

The planned vote to close the center for renovations was listed on an agenda circulated to the center’s board of trustees on Sunday, less than a day before the meeting.

How US groups are driving a new generation of anti-abortion activism in the UK

The killing of Charlie Kirk galvanised a transatlantic campaign against abortion. But will it succeed in shifting Britain's pro-choice consensus?

Entering War’s Third Week, Trump Faces Stark Choices

As the conflict with Iran expands and intensifies, President Trump’s options — to fight on, or to move toward declaring victory and pulling back — both carry deeply problematic consequences.

Uni student among two dead in Kent meningitis outbreak

Eleven people in the Canterbury area are also seriously ill in hospital, the BBC understands.

Markwayne Mullin, Trump’s Homeland Security Pick, Got Wealthier Stock Trading in Congress

Markwayne Mullin’s financial dealings take on new importance as the Senate considers his nomination to lead an agency whose budget has vastly expanded.

Cory Booker calls both parties ‘feckless’ for ceding war powers to Trump

Democrat says Congress ‘doing nothing’ may embolden president to attack countries such as Cuba and North KoreaDemocratic US senator Cory Booker has criticized both his own political party as well as its Republican counterpart for being “feckless” in ceding congressional war powers to Donald Trump, saying that their decision could embolden the president to unilaterally attack Cuba, North Korea and other countries.“I’m going to be one of those Democrats [who] say I think both parties have been feckless in allowing the growth of the power of the presidency,” Booker said on Sunday on CNN’s State of the Union. Continue reading...

‘Trash’ Review: Bickering About Chores, in Sign Language

James Caverly and Andrew Morrill star as Deaf roommates in their new comedy at the Perelman Performing Arts Center.

Why Are We in Iran? On ‘S.N.L.’, Pete Hegseth Has the Answer: ‘I Don’t Know’

Harry Styles is host and musical guest, while James Austin Johnson and Colin Jost cement their duo as President Trump and his defense secretary on “Saturday Night Live.”

Nigeria’s online content creator market has boomed. Can the skit-makers and streamers make it pay?

As platforms make less from advertising, creators are struggling to monetise work – leading to calls for more government investment and tax breaksOn a humid afternoon in Lagos, a shoot for a comedy skit is under way on a set that looks more like a small film production.Dozens of people mill about: lighting assistants, a sound engineer, a makeup artist and even a content creator recording unscripted behind-the-scenes footage. At the centre is Broda Shaggi, born Samuel Animashaun Perry, who is issuing instructions, rehearsing lines and performing caricatures. Continue reading...

Brené Brown and Adam Grant Want to Repair the Discourse

With a new video podcast, the influential authors and former nemeses aim to inject a dose of rationality and humility into your algorithm.

The Billionaire Backlash Against a Philanthropic Dream

The Giving Pledge, once trendy among the world’s richest, has come upon hard times.

Five arrested in Cuba after protest at local Communist party office

Rare action began peacefully but ‘degenerated into vandalism’ according to state-run newspaperFive people have been arrested in Cuba for acts of “vandalism” after a small group of protesters broke into a provincial office of the Cuban Communist party and set fire to computers and furniture.The incident, which also affected a pharmacy and another shop, took place in the town of Moron, a little more than 300 miles (500km) east of Havana. Continue reading...

Bolivia arrests alleged drug kingpin accused of putting hit on Paraguayan prosecutor

Bolivian interior ministry says Sebastián Marset is being extradited to US, where he’s wanted for money launderingSign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxSebastián Marset, an alleged Uruguayan drug trafficker and one of South America’s most wanted criminals, has been arrested in Bolivia.Marset, 34, is accused of trafficking tonnes of cocaine from South America to Europe, and also of having ordered the murder of a Paraguayan prosecutor who was shot dead as he honeymooned on a Colombian beach in 2022. Continue reading...

An environmental activist and her family escaped death threats in Honduras. ICE deported her husband anyway

Oscar, Ana and their children fled violence for safety in the US. Now Oscar, afraid and alone, is back in Honduras – ‘at the mercy of God and his will’ As soon as Oscar’s deportation flight landed at the La Lima airport in Honduras, he put on his baseball cap. On the airport shuttle toward the terminal, he pulled his cap even lower – trying to obscure his face at various police checkpoints.His parents picked him up in a car, and drove him to a lodging they had arranged for him – miles away from his family home. He has hardly stepped outside since. “Because I can’t trust anyone – not the authorities, not the government, not a police officer,” he said. He has visited his mother a handful of times since the US deported him three weeks ago, and only under the cover of night. “They will kill...

Cuban president confirms talks with Trump officials amid US blockade

Negotiations aimed to ‘find solutions to the bilateral differences’ between the countries, Miguel Díaz-Canel saidCuban officials have held talks with the US government, the country’s president, Miguel Díaz-Canel, confirmed on Friday, amid growing pain inflicted by a punishing US fuel blockade and frequent power failures.“These talks have been aimed at finding solutions through dialogue to the bilateral differences we have between the two nations,” Díaz-Canel said in a prerecorded statement to senior Communist officials. Continue reading...

France returns sacred talking drum looted from Côte d’Ivoire over 100 years ago

Djidji Ayôkwé was handed to Ivorian officials in Paris earlier this monthA sacred artefact looted by French colonial authorities more than a century ago has been returned to Côte d’Ivoire in one of the most significant cultural restitutions to a former French colony in years.The Djidji Ayôkwé, a talking drum confiscated in 1916 by French administrators, landed at 8.45am on Friday at the airport in Port Bouët on the outskirts of the economic capital, Abidjan. It was handed over to Ivorian officials in Paris earlier this month after being removed from the Quai Branly – Jacques Chirac Museum. Continue reading...

Some on-air claims about Dominion Voting Systems were false, Fox News acknowledges in statement after deal is announced

Judge in Fox News-Dominion defamation trial: 'The parties have resolved their case'

The judge just announced in court that a settlement has been reached in the historic defamation case between Fox News and Dominion Voting Systems.

White homeowner accused of shooting a Black teen who rang his doorbell turns himself in to face criminal charges

• 'A major part of Ralph died': Aunt of teen shot after ringing wrong doorbell speaks • 20-year-old woman shot after friend turned into the wrong driveway in upstate New York, officials say

'Difficult to say with a straight face': Tapper reacts to Fox News' statement on settlement

A settlement has been reached in Dominion Voting Systems' defamation case against Fox News, the judge for the case announced. The network will pay more than $787 million to Dominion, a lawyer for the company said.

Millions in the US could face massive consequences unless McCarthy can navigate out of a debt trap he set for Biden

• DeSantis goes to Washington, a place he once despised, looking for support to take on Trump • Opinion: For the GOP to win, it must ditch Trump • Chris Christie mulling 2024 White House bid • Analysis: The fire next time has begun burning in Tennessee

Toddler crawls through White House fence, prompts Secret Service response

A tiny intruder infiltrated White House grounds Tuesday, prompting a swift response from the US Secret Service.

Jake Gyllenhaal and Jamie Lee Curtis spent the Covid-19 lockdown together

It's sourdough bread and handstands for Jake Gyllenhaal and Jamie Lee Curtis.

Here are the 20 specific Fox broadcasts and tweets Dominion says were defamatory

• Fox-Dominion trial delay 'is not unusual,' judge says • Fox News' defamation battle isn't stopping Trump's election lies

What to know about the Trump indictment on the eve of his court appearance

Haberman reveals why Trump attacked judge and his family in speech

CNN political contributor Maggie Haberman explains the reasoning behind Donald Trump's attacks on the judge and his family during a speech at his Mar-a-Lago resort after he was arraigned on felony charges.

Beijing promised to 'fight back' over Taiwan leader's US visit. But this time it has more to lose

An anticipated meeting between Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen and US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy in California this week has sparked concerns of a repeat of the pressure campaign China launched last year when then-Speaker Nancy Pelosi visited Taipei.

Video shows moment of deadly explosion at cafe in Russia

A well-known Russian military blogger, Vladlen Tatarsky, was killed in an explosion at a cafe in St. Petersburg, authorities said. CNN's Matthew Chance reports.

Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich appeals against arrest, Russian state media says

Suspected Chinese spy balloon was able to transmit information back to Beijing

The suspected Chinese spy balloon that transited the US earlier this year was able to capture imagery and collect some signals intelligence from US military sites, a source familiar with the matter tells CNN.