U.S. expands visa bond requirement, adding seven more countries to list
Editor WASHINGTON — The Trump administration has expanded a controversial visa policy requiring citizens of certain countries to post…
January 2026
China’s bid to boost births falters as more young couples choose life without children
BEIJING — A decade after China ended its one-child policy, the country’s efforts to reverse a sharp demographic…
Bangladesh commission says at least 287 abducted victims presumed dead during Hasina’s rule
DHAKA — A government-appointed commission in Bangladesh says at least 287 people who were abducted during the rule…
Sweden tops Czechia 4–2 to capture third world junior hockey championship
ST. PAUL, Minn. — Sweden captured its third world junior hockey title Monday night, defeating Czechia 4–2 in…
B.C. Conservative MP says Liberals courting floor crossers to secure majority
VERNON, B.C. — A British Columbia Conservative MP says he has been approached about crossing the floor to…
Carney says Canadian oil will remain competitive as Ottawa looks to expand Asian markets after Maduro’s removal
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada is moving to expand oil exports to Asian markets as…
End of hybrid work? Ontario’s full-time office mandate sparks protests and resignation warnings
MISSISSAUGA — Ontario government employees are pushing back against a new requirement to return to the office full…
Thinking of a career change in 2026? Here are Canada’s 15 most in-demand jobs
Canadians considering a career change in 2026 may want to look beyond technology-heavy roles. A new labour market…
Canada expands air travel deals with Saudi Arabia and the U.A.E., opening skies — and spotlighting Emirates’ $20,000 first-class fares
Canada has expanded its air transportation agreements with Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, allowing significantly more…
Maduro pleads not guilty in New York court, calls arrest a kidnapping after U.S. military operation
NEW YORK — Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro declared himself “the president of my country” as he protested his…