– Austrian Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger has urged closer cooperation between the European Union and Canada to address global challenges. She said the partnership has become a strategic necessity for safeguarding security and economic prosperity amid growing geopolitical uncertainty. Meinl-Reisinger
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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney addressed lawmakers in Strasbourg with a proposal for a strategic alliance between Canada and the European Union aimed at safeguarding economic sovereignty and defending democratic institutions amid global trade tensions. During a plenary session, Carney
Following the recent imposition of new tariffs by the Trump administration, Ontario is contemplating the possibility of cutting electricity exports to the U.S. as trade tensions between Canada and the United States intensify. Premier Doug Ford indicated on Monday that
The United States President Donald Trump indicated a potential resurgence of the Keystone XL pipeline project amid broader bilateral trade discussions with Canada, following a temporary halt on proposed import tariffs. In a public statement issued late Tuesday, Trump confirmed
All eastbound lanes of Highway 401 at Highway 8 in Cambridge were shut down on Wednesday afternoon following a collision involving three vehicles near Speedsville Road, prompting an extensive traffic backup. The incident involved a large dump truck that rolled
More than 20,000 people evacuated communities around Okanagan Lake after the Bald Range wildfire spread rapidly across southern British Columbia. The fire forced residents from Summerland, Peachland and nearby rural areas during the weekend. Flames burned more than 10,300 hectares
Australian lawmakers passed landmark disability legislation in Parliament on Friday following intense cross-chamber debate regarding national budget allocations and participant support frameworks. Official parliamentary voting records published by the Parliament of Australia confirmed the final passage after the National Disability
Northern Ontario remained under a broad wildfire emergency on July 15 as 183 active fires burned across the province. The Northwest Fire Region counted 136 fires by evening, with crews still lacking control over 63. Officials identified eight new fires
Prime Minister Mark Carney warned that Alberta’s independence referendum question risks creating “years of uncertainty” for Canada, calling the separation push a “dangerous bluff” during a Thursday news conference in Ottawa. Carney said the debate comes as Canada seeks to
Health
October 2, 2025, New York: Four decades of dedicated breast cancer awareness campaigns have helped save more than 517,000 lives, marking a significant milestone in the global fight against one of the most common cancers affecting women. According to the
Global cholera deaths surged for the second consecutive year in 2024, according to new data released by the World Health Organization (WHO). The number of reported deaths rose by 50 percent compared to 2023, resulting in more than 6,000 fatalities
Ontario will begin offering respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccinations to all residents aged 75 and older starting this fall, expanding its publicly funded immunization program ahead of the annual respiratory illness season. The announcement was made by Deputy Premier and
Canadian health authorities have issued a food safety warning and recall for several pistachio-containing products sold in Ottawa and other regions amid a confirmed nationwide outbreak of salmonella. The outbreak has been linked to a range of products sold at
Health authorities in Florida are investigating a foodborne illness outbreak linked to raw milk from an unnamed farm that has resulted in 21 confirmed cases of infection. According to the Florida Department of Health, patients have contracted Campylobacter and Shiga toxin-producing
A new study has identified a potential link between the artificial sweetener sucralose and reduced effectiveness of cancer immunotherapy treatments in patients with melanoma and non-small cell lung cancer. The research, conducted by the University of Pittsburgh in collaboration with
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is calling for tighter federal control over 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH), a potent psychoactive compound derived from the kratom plant, citing its high potential for abuse and opioid-like effects. The agency has formally recommended classifying
The European Medicines Agency (EMA) has issued a positive recommendation for the authorization of lenacapavir, a twice-yearly injectable medication for HIV prevention. Marketed in Europe under the name Yeytuo by Gilead Sciences, the drug is now positioned for formal approval by
Technology
The Apple iPhone Duo redefines the book-style foldable category by adopting a practical “passport” aspect ratio (5.4-inch outer display, 7.6-inch inner display), a crease-mitigating nano-texture matte finish, and a vapor-cooled 2nm A20 Pro chip. It foregoes Face ID in favor
– Apple’s iPhone Duo marks the moment foldable smartphones move from experimental luxury into mainstream computing, according to a new review of the device. The book-style foldable pairs a 5.4-inch outer display with a 7.6-inch inner screen in a wider,
– Apple on Wednesday introduced an all-new MacBook Pro with a PROLED XDR display, the first Mac to support touch input. The laptop comes in 14-inch and 16-inch models and uses tandem OLED technology. It is powered by the M5
Comprehensive technical audits have confirmed that Dubai-headquartered enterprise digital publishing platform Integrated Identity has recorded validated 100/100 scores across both mobile and desktop environments on Google PageSpeed Insights. Backed by data from the HTTP Archive and the Chrome User Experience
– On Tuesday, the World Bank Group introduced its inaugural digital strategy, designed to facilitate affordable digital access, enhance service delivery, and generate employment opportunities in developing nations. This comprehensive plan unites the bank’s public and private sector strengths within
– Prime Minister Mark Carney has established a national advisory body aimed at guiding Canada’s artificial intelligence policies and implementation efforts. The Prime Minister’s National Council on Artificial Intelligence commenced operations following its announcement on October 2, 2026. Its role
During an interview on CNBC’s Power Lunch, former 2020 Democratic presidential hopeful and Forward Party co-founder Andrew Yang reiterated his call for direct taxation on artificial intelligence. He emphasized that current federal tax policies inadvertently promote corporate incentives to replace
OTTAWA: Canada’s government said on March 9, 2026 that the National Research Council of Canada will invest more than C$900 million under Canada’s Defence Industrial Strategy, focusing on drones and aerospace, support for Canadian firms developing defence and dual-use technology,
MENA Newswire, MOUNTAIN VIEW: Google is expanding Gemini artificial intelligence features in its Chrome browser, adding a built-in side panel for the assistant, an image creation and editing tool, and a new automated browsing option designed to carry out multi-step
Sports
Canada reached the FIFA World Cup last 16 for the first time with a 1-0 win over South Africa on Sunday, June 28, 2026, at Los Angeles Stadium. Stephen Eustáquio scored in the 92nd minute. The midfielder controlled the ball
Portugal opened its FIFA World Cup Group K campaign with a 1-1 draw against the Democratic Republic of Congo on Wednesday in Houston, where Cristiano Ronaldo’s ineffective attacking display became a central part of a frustrating result. João Neves gave
Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick as Argentina beat Algeria 3-0 in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J opener at Kansas City Stadium on Tuesday. The Argentina captain lifted his career World Cup total to 16 goals, tying Miroslav Klose
France opened their FIFA World Cup Group I campaign with a 3-1 win over Senegal at New York New Jersey Stadium on Tuesday. Kylian Mbappe scored twice after halftime and Bradley Barcola added the other goal. Ibrahim Mbaye scored late
Lifestyle
Southern California interior designer and popular lifestyle influencer Becki Owens has launched her home furnishings line, Becki Owens Living beckiowensliving.com. Owens created this custom collection of over 1000 pieces across 40 categories – from furniture to lighting to home décor
To celebrate the indescribable drive and competitive spirit of all athletes and fans, Apple launched the International Collection bands for Apple Watch, featuring 22 limited-edition Sport Loop bands with colorful designs that represent those nations across the globe. Each band
The talented team of watchmakers and designers at OLTO-8 just launched a unique mechanical watch for those who seek individuality and bold style. The motorsport inspired Infinity II watch boasts superb craftsmanship, precise timekeeping and iconic design. This stunning new
Casio Computer Co., Ltd. announced the release of four new GST-B400 watches, the latest additions to the G-SHOCK family of shock-resistant watches. The new watches boast the slimmest*1 profile of any in the G-STEEL series, which is known for using
The LEGO Group has taken the covers off a new LEGO version of one of the most coveted nameplates in automotive history, with the unveiling of the two-in-one LEGO Porsche 911 Turbo and 911 Targa set that brings together two
Halal cosmetics market is projected to grow through to 2028 according to the 2021 Global Industry Research Report that provides market size, industry growth, share, development trends, investment plans, business ideas and forecasts by 2028. Scenarios and useful business decisions.
Driven by the belief that the kitchen is the original lab, where culinary science and personal expression fuel confidence and creativity in all makers, Betty Crocker introduces the BettyLab. Through this platform, Betty Crocker, along with a number of innovative
Middle East and Africa’s numero uno megastar, Egyptian singer Amr Diab launched his first perfume titled Amr Diab Eau De Perfume 34. Diab is the first Arab singer in the world who launched a perfume bearing his name. He shot