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Hamas says it gave mediators its response to Gaza cease-fire plan with some 'remarks'
BEIRUT (AP) - Hamas says it has given Qatari and Egyptian mediators its reply to the U.S.-backed proposal for a cease-fire in Gaza, with some "remarks" on the deal. Hamas and the smaller Islamic Jihad...
Jun 11, 2024
Conservatives oppose Liberal tax changes that include adjustment to capital gains tax
OTTAWA - The Conservatives say they will oppose new tax measures introduced in the Liberal budget. The Conservatives have not previously stated their position on the government's plan to increase capi...
Jun 11, 2024
A Florida law blocking treatment for transgender children is thrown out by a federal judge
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) - A federal judge on Tuesday struck down a 2023 Florida law that blocked gender-affirming care for transgender minors and severely restricted such treatment for adults. Seni...
Jun 11, 2024
Work ready to start on Vernon Creek naturalization project in Polson Park
Parts of Polson Park in Vernon will be off-limits to the public for several months as the City of Vernon embarks on one of its major capital projects of 2024.Phase 1 of the two-phase Vernon Creek Natu...
Jun 11, 2024
Pakistan gets much-needed win, defeats Canada by seven wickets at ICC T20 World Cup
WESTBURY - Pakistan defeated Canada by seven wickets Tuesday to preserve its slender hope of moving on at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup. Chasing a victory target of 107, sixth-ranked Pakistan chipped aw...
Jun 11, 2024
Global body reviewing Canada's human-rights credentials over discrimination complaint
OTTAWA - A global human-rights alliance affiliated with the United Nations says it is reviewing the Canadian Human Rights Commission's compliance with international principles. The Global Alliance of ...
Jun 11, 2024
Receiver Odoms-Dukes working to crack Stampeders' starting lineup
The 2024 CFL season is starting a little later than anticipated for DeVontres (Tre) Odoms-Dukes. The Calgary Stampeders opened the season with a 32-24 home win Friday night over the Hamilton Tiger-Cat...
Jun 11, 2024
Vancouver police arrest five, seize drugs, in Quebec gang investigation
VANCOUVER - Vancouver police have arrested five men, and recovered more than 24 kilograms of illicit drugs, after a lengthy investigation into a gang originally from Quebec. A statement from the depar...
Jun 11, 2024
Vancouver police arrest five, seize drugs, in Quebec gang investigation
VANCOUVER - Vancouver police have arrested five men, and recovered more than 24 kilograms of illicit drugs, after a lengthy investigation into a gang originally from Quebec. A statement from the depar...
Jun 11, 2024
Sheldon Keefe adds former Blackhawks coach Jeremy Colliton to his staff with the Devils
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) - Sheldon Keefe has filled out his coaching staff with the New Jersey Devils, hiring former Chicago Blackhawks head man Jeremy Colliton. Devils president and general manager Tom Fitz...
Jun 11, 2024
