Politics

Zelenskyy: Ceasefire ‘possible’ the moment Russia agrees – DW – 05

May 11, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said a ceasefire with Russia was possible the moment Kremlin agreed to it. Zelenskyy's comments come hours after he rejected the Russian president's declaration of a three-day truce over May 8-10, denouncing it as a "theatrical show" that hardly allows time to hold talks to end the war. Zelenskyy also said […]

Tennis legend Serena Williams shows off fashion style at 2025 Met Gala

May 11, 2025

Serena Williams has been an icon for decades. Her legendary play on the tennis court is only matched by her business acumen, Super Bowl dance moves, and fashion sense. The last of that list was on full display at the 2025 Met Gala. While Williams did not co-chair the event as she did in both […]

MacDougall: A love of public service defined my father

May 11, 2025

My father’s formal political career might have begun on Ottawa city council in 1980, but it peaked in the Prime Minister’s Office in the early 2010s. At least that was the little joke I told him when he visited me during my time as director of communications to Stephen Harper. That William Gregory MacDougall — […]

Tariffs: US and China to start talks over trade war this week

May 11, 2025

US and China to start talks over trade war this week 1 day ago Share Save Peter Hoskins Business reporter Laura Bicker China Correspondent Reporting from Beijing Share Save Watch: US treasury secretary: China trade talks to begin in Switzerland US and Chinese officials are set to start talks this week to try to deescalate […]

Trump announces “breakthrough trade agreement” with U.K. Here’s what to know.

May 11, 2025

Trump says there could be trade deals announced this week President Trump on Thursday announced a trade agreement with the United Kingdom. Speaking from the Oval Office, Mr. Trump said a "breakthrough" deal with the U.K. would include "billions of dollars of increased market access for American exports," specifically agricultural products. He added that the […]

Western discontent is a growing problem after Liberal election victory

May 11, 2025

Lethbridge Liberal candidate Chris Spearman removes campaign signs on April 30, after losing his riding to a Conservative candidate. Tens of thousands of Western Canadians have newly registered with the Alberta Prosperity Project, which is collecting the names of people who support a sovereignty referendum Daniel Fotheringham watched election coverage from his travel trailer on […]

Bitcoin hits $100K. Some background emerges on Trump’s touting of XRP

May 11, 2025

weekly bitcoin Risk assets are running today and crypto is flying. Bitcoin is up 4.7% to $101K in the first break above that level since early February. Ethereum is up nearly 15%. The market likes what it heard about Trump's trade deal with the UK. The President was also upbeat on talks with China and […]

At Braintree Mass, Catholics pray for new pope — and honor Francis’ legacy

May 11, 2025

The College of Cardinals, made up of members from across the globe, will meet to elect a new pontiff in what is known as the Papal Conclave. “We continue to mourn for Pope Francis, but we look forward now to what God has next,” Archbishop Richard Henning said at a press conference before the service. […]

Canada could lose its measles elimination status if spread lingers, PHAC advisor says

May 11, 2025

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Magic spells, innuendo and riddles: Your guide to all 37 Eurovision songs

May 11, 2025

Magic spells, innuendo and riddles: Your guide to all 37 Eurovision songs 4 hours ago Share Save Mark Savage Music Correspondent Share Save Alma Bengtsson Australia's Go-Jo is one of 37 artists hoping to lift the Eurovision trophy in Basel, Switzerland The 2025 Eurovision Song Contest pops its cork on Sunday, with a "turquoise carpet" […]