Bronx doctor kills one, injures six

Jul 01, 2017, at 03:18 pm

Bronx, Jul 1 (IBNS): Accused of sexual harassment, a Bronx doctor returned back to his workplace and opened fired, killing at least one doctor and injuring six others on Friday, reports said.

Trump's US travel ban for six Muslim countries begins

Jun 30, 2017, at 02:57 pm

Washington, June 30 (IBNS) A supposed "watered down" version of the travel ban on six Muslim countries and a section of refugees by the Donald Trump administration on security grounds finally took effect on Thursday (US time) after litigations in court even as experts said more court battles are in the offing following the implementation of this order.

IYDC observes World Yoga Day, keen to promote Yoga for health benefits

Jun 29, 2017, at 06:03 pm

Toronto, June 29 (IBNS): Baba Ramdev, the founder of Patanjali Yogapeeth and Sister Shivani, a spiritual leader from the Brahma Kumari World Spiritual University took the centre stage at the third edition of the International Day of Yoga organized by International Yoga Day Canada (IYDC) recently at Mississauga’s International Centre.

Fare hike for GO Transit and Union Pearson Express

Jun 29, 2017, at 03:21 pm

Toronto, June 29 (IBNS): A report submitted to the transit agency’s board on Wednesday said Metrolinx planned to raise GO Transit fares by about 3 percent -- after freezing prices at the start of the year -- for trips costing more than $5.65 but there will not be any change for rides costing $5.65 or cheaper, media reports said.

Multiculturalism is at the heart of Canada’s heritage and identity: PM Justin Trudeau

Jun 29, 2017, at 02:50 pm

Toronto, June 29 (IBNS): Canada celebrated its 15th Multiculturalism Day recently, showcasing the country’s diversity, equality and mutual respect for different cultures.

APTA recognizes TTC as best public transit agency in North America

Jun 28, 2017, at 04:31 pm

Toronto, June 28 (IBNS): Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) was recognised as the best public transit agency in North America for 2017 by the American Public Transportation Association (APTA), according to media reports.

Calgary Board of Education worried about poor mathematics scores of students

Jun 28, 2017, at 04:17 pm

Calgary, June 28 (IBNS): In a recently concluded meeting of the Calgary Board of Education, the trustees expressed deep concern regarding overall deteriorating standard of students.

Favorability of the U.S. and confidence in its president decline across globe, says research

Jun 28, 2017, at 12:58 am

New York, June 27 (IBNS): Global views of the U.S. and its president have shifted dramatically downward since the end of Barack Obama’s presidency and the start of Donald Trump’s, and they are now at similar levels to ratings from the George W. Bush era, according to a new Pew Research Center report that examines attitudes in 37 countries.

Supreme Court upholds Donald Trump's travel ban partially

Jun 27, 2017, at 04:18 am

Washington, June 26 (IBNS): The Supreme Court upheld US President Donald Trump's travel ban on at least four countries instead of proposed six on Monday, giving the latter a partial win, according to media reports.

IS hacks Ohio govt sites, warns Trump

Jun 26, 2017, at 06:30 pm

Columbus, Jun 26 (IBNS): Ohio government websites were flooded with IS messages after the terrorist organisation hacked into them, sending a message for US President Donald Trump.

Canada: Sikh woman becomes first turbaned SC judge

Jun 25, 2017, at 12:03 am

Toronto, June 24 (IBNS): Creating history, Sikh woman Palbinder Kaur Shergil has been appointed as the first turbaned Supreme Court judge in Canada.

Ontarians are stocking up on booze as LCBO strike deadline looms

Jun 24, 2017, at 10:34 pm

Toronto, Jun 24 (IBNS) With a few hours left before a legal strike deadline, the Ontario Public Services Employees Union (OPSEU) is negotiating with Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO) management to crunch out a fair deal for workers and avoid the looming strike.

Healthcare has always been something bigger than politics: Obama's subtle jab at Trump

Jun 23, 2017, at 04:21 pm

Washington, Jun 23 (IBNS): While US President Donald Trump has been busy criticising his predecessor's healthcare policies since taking over, former president Barak Obama broke his silence finally with a Facebook post of an open letter on Thursday.

Mexico second deadliest country in the world, says Trump

Jun 23, 2017, at 03:45 pm

Washington, Jun 23 (IBNS): Mexico is the second deadliest country in the world according to US President Donald Trump, who wants to put up a fence along the US-Mexico border.

Canada: National Aboriginal Day celebration witnesses Sunrise ceremony, permanent installation of indigenous flags

Jun 23, 2017, at 03:28 am

Toronto, June 22 (IBNS): Sunrise ceremony and the permanent installation of indigenous flags on Nathan Phillips Square at Toronto City Hall were part of The City of Toronto (which includes Toronto and its adjoining cities)’s celebration of the 22nd annual National Aboriginal Day on Wednesday.

Canada PM urges all to stand by people seeking shelter from hardship and violence

Jun 21, 2017, at 10:53 pm

Ottawa, June 21 (IBNS) Canada’s Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau on World Refugee Day on Wednesday appealed to all Canadians to stand with people seeking shelter from enormous hardship and violence across the world.

MBIs cause brain to steer DNA processes along a path and improves well being: Ivana Buric

Jun 21, 2017, at 08:57 pm

Toronto, June 21 (IBNS): June 21 is the International Yoga Day and millions of people around the world already enjoy the health benefits of mind-body interventions like yoga or meditation, reported the .

Toronto campaigns to raise awareness about transgender and non-binary coloured people

Jun 21, 2017, at 08:03 pm

Toronto, June 21 (IBNS): The City of Toronto (comprising Toronto and its adjoining cities) has launched a public awareness campaign about transgender and non-binary coloured people, recently, in collaboration with the Black Coalition for AIDS Prevention (Black CAP), according to media reports.

Canada rock band frontman Gord Downie appointed Order of Canada member

Jun 21, 2017, at 07:47 am

Ottawa, June 21 (IBNS): In recognition of his outstanding indigenous leadership, rock band The Tragically Hip frontman Gord Downie was appointed a member of the Order of Canada at a ceremony in Ottawa.

Otto Warmbier: Detained student dies, family and Trump slam North Korea

Jun 20, 2017, at 03:00 pm

Washington, Jun 20 (IBNS): Otto Warmbier, the US student who spent 15 months in a North Korean prison and was released earlier this month, has died, reports said.

No relationship is more important to the Govt of Canada than the one we have with Indigenous Peoples: Mélanie Joly

Jun 20, 2017, at 05:08 am

Toronto, June 19 (IBNS): This year’s National Aboriginal Day would collaborate with the Indigenous Arts Festival in its year's largest and free celebrations to acknowledge June as National Aboriginal History Month, media reports said.

US coalition shoots down Syrian military plane in Raqqa: Reports

Jun 19, 2017, at 09:14 pm

Washington, Jun 19 (IBNS): A US-led coalition fighter jet has shot down a Syrian army plane in Raqqa province, reports said.

Trump spends weekend at Camp David

Jun 19, 2017, at 02:35 pm

Washington, Jun 19 (IBNS): American President Donald Trump, who spent his weekend at Camp David, praised the military for their maintenance of the presidential retreat.

US Navy destroyer collides with vessel off Japanese coast, 7 sailors missing

Jun 17, 2017, at 07:48 pm

Washington/Tokyo, June 17 (IBNS) : Seven Navy sailors were missing and the captain and at least two others were injured after a U.S. destroyer collied with a container ship collided off the coast of Japan on Saturday early morning, the U.S. Navy said.

U.S.-China Diplomatic and Security Dialogue to be held June 21

Jun 17, 2017, at 01:47 pm

Washington, June 17 (IBNS): The U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Defence have announced that the inaugural U.S.-China Diplomatic and Security Dialogue (D&SD) will be held in Washington, D.C. June 21.

US Deputy Secretary of State to visit Cancun

Jun 17, 2017, at 01:33 pm

Washington, June 17 (IBNS): US Deputy Secretary of State John J. Sullivan will travel on Monday, June 19 to Cancun, Mexico to represent the United States at the General Assembly of the Organization of American States meeting, officials said.

CRTC bans unlocking fees for cellphones from Dec 1

Jun 17, 2017, at 01:01 am

Ottawa, June 16 (IBNS):The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC), the regulatory agency for broadcasting and telecommunication, on Friday announced that as of Dec 1, 2017, all individual and small business wireless service customers will have the right to have their cellphones and other mobile devices unlocked free of charge upon request.

Canada needs national system to track health and stress assessment of fresh water

Jun 16, 2017, at 04:28 pm

Toronto, June 16 (IBNS): Canada is home to 20 percent of the world's freshwater, but significant disruption of watersheds due to urbanization, forestry, municipal and industrial pollution as well as climate change had an adverse effect on health, economy and the wellbeing of wildlife, the first nationwide assessment of Canada’s freshwater report said.

Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister to participate in EU Arctic meetings

Jun 15, 2017, at 05:20 pm

Toronto, June 15 (IBNS): The Canadian government on Thursday said it is committed to the Arctic and its people.

Canada supports promotion of international peace and conflict resolution

Jun 15, 2017, at 05:18 pm

Oslo, June 15 (IBNS): The Canadian government on Thursday said it is actively engaged in supporting international peace and stability to help people affected by conflicts and crises worldwide.