Category Archives: Politics
Turkish leader writes on ‘risks’ of Sweden, Finland in NATO
ISTANBUL (AP) — Turkey's president highlighted the activities of the Kurdistan Workers’ Party as part of his country's objections to Sweden and Finland joining NATO and said both nations doing so would carry security risks for Turkey.
Denmark holds referendum on EU defense amid Ukraine war
COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) — Historically skeptical about European Union efforts to deepen cooperation, Danish voters on Wednesday will choose whether to abandon the country's decision three decades ago to opt out of the bloc's common defense policy. ...
Where Ontario’s main party leaders stand on five top issues in the election campaign
With Ontario's election campaign entering its final stretch, here's a look at where the Progressive Conservatives, NDP, Liberals and Greens stand on five issues that are top of mind for voters: HEALTH CARE PCs: - Invest $40 billion in hospital infrast...
Where the Ontario leaders are on the campaign trail for May 31
Here's where the leaders of Ontario's main political parties are today: ____ Progressive Conservative Leader Doug Ford St. Catharines: Makes a campaign stop. 10:30 a.m. Niagara: Makes a campaign stop in Niagara Centre. 1:30 p.m. ____ NDP Leader Andrea...
Canada announces decriminalization plan for drug users in B.C. to fight overdoses
VANCOUVER — Drug users in British Columbia won't be arrested or charged for possessing up to 2.5 grams of illicit drugs starting next year as the province serves as a potential model to stem the overdose crisis across the country. The
Ontario election sputters toward conclusion; pollster says voters unenthusiastic
TORONTO — Ontario's election campaign sputtered toward its conclusion Tuesday, with the front-runner appearing to coast to the finish line and the possible runner-up casting doubt on her own future as leader. Polls suggest that the Tories, led by Doug ...
In Brampton, Ont., affordability and health care are top of mind ahead of election
BRAMPTON, Ont. — The problems plaguing Brampton, Ont., are so clear, even radically different politicians start to sound alike when they campaign in the city. But the provincial parties' nearly indistinguishable promises aren't enough to convince some...
3 nations join international team probing Ukraine war crimes
THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — Three more nations on Tuesday joined an international investigation team probing war crimes in Ukraine, and the International Criminal Court prosecutor said he plans to open an office in Kyiv, amid ongoing calls for those
In Commonwealth, queen’s jubilee draws protests and apathy
LONDON (AP) — After seven decades on the throne, Queen Elizabeth II is widely viewed in the U.K. as a rock in turbulent times. But in Britain's former colonies, many see her as an anchor to an imperial past whose
US senator visits Taiwan as China ups military threat
TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth on Tuesday reiterated America's support for Taiwan on her second visit in a year to the self-governing island claimed by China.
