Chinese malware hits systems in US’ Guam: Microsoft
May 26, 2023, at 04:53 am
New York: The Microsoft and American intelligence agencies have detected a mysterious computer code that has been popping up in telecommunications systems in Guam and elsewhere in the United States, The New York Times reported.
Canada: Ontario's Project Foxtrot leads to human trafficking investigation
May 26, 2023, at 03:29 am
Toronto/IBNS: A human trafficking investigation by Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) allegedly led to four residents facing charges for forcing four victims to pay for their own accommodations in an accused's basement.
US to bar visas to Bangladeshis responsible for undermining election process
May 25, 2023, at 04:54 pm
Dhaka/UNI: The United States has announced a new visa policy to support Bangladesh’s goal of holding free, fair, and peaceful national elections.
US man beaten to death trying to protect his son in school fight
May 25, 2023, at 06:22 am
Annapolis (Maryland)/IBNS: A US man Christopher Michael Wright, 43, from Maryland, was beaten to death outside his house as he was trying to protect his children from a group who wanted to finish a school fight.
FIFA World Cup 2026 host city Toronto unveils #WeAre26 campaign
May 25, 2023, at 05:01 am
Toronto/IBNS: Toronto, the host city of FIFA World Cup 2026 unveiled last week the official brand of FIFA World Cup 2026TM as well as new #WeAre26 awareness campaign with blue and green brand colours, a Toronto emblem depicting the FIFA World Cup trophy and a bold typeface, a news release has said.
Justin Trudeau to follow David Johnston’s plan of no public inquiry into foreign interference
May 25, 2023, at 04:43 am
Ottawa/IBNS: Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has reportedly said that his government would follow David Johnston’s recommendations against calling a public inquiry into foreign interference in Canadian politics.
Canada: Ontario to provide more nutritional food choices to long-term care residents
May 24, 2023, at 03:32 am
Ottawa/IBNS: An investment of an additional $32 million this year, a 15 percent or over $40 million increase from last year is being made by the government of Ontario to expand healthy menu options for long-term care residents, including a broader range of culturally inspired meals, a news release has said.
Canada hosts conference on India's terrorism confrontation initiatives
May 23, 2023, at 07:25 pm
Toronto: The Canadian city of Toronto recently hosted a conference to discuss the initiatives taken by India to confront terrorism as a global threat.
Canada’s child-care deserts impact nearly 50 percent of younger children: CCPA reports
May 23, 2023, at 05:50 am
Toronto/IBNS: A new report by Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives (CCPA) is focusing on Canada’s lack of child-care spaces and how it’s affecting nearly 50 percent of younger children.
Human Rights Violations in Pakistan: Canadian lawmakers writes letter to PM Trudeau, express concern
May 23, 2023, at 02:57 am
Ottawa: Canadian lawmakers have sent a letter to PM Justin Trudeau and expressed 'grave concern' over the political situation in Pakistan.
US: Three dead in shooting at Kansas City bar
May 22, 2023, at 01:31 am
Washington: Three people were killed following a shooting at a bar in Kansas City in the U.S. state of Missouri early Sunday, local media reported, citing police sources.
US Congress members ask Blinken to direct Pakistan to improve human rights situation
May 21, 2023, at 04:25 am
Washington, D.C.: More than 65 members of the United States Congress recently expressed concerns over the current situation in Pakistan and urged State Secretary Antony Blinken to pressurize the Pakistani government to improve the human rights situation in the country, media reports said.
Russia bans 500 Americans, including former President Barack Obama, from entry
May 20, 2023, at 03:25 pm
Moscow: An additional 500 American citizens, including former U.S. President Barack Obama have been indefinitely barred from entering Russia, the Russian Foreign Ministry announced on Friday.
Canada: Ontario plans to dissolve Peel Region, to make cities independent by 2025
May 20, 2023, at 05:06 am
Ottawa/IBNS: Ontario government's recently introduced Hazel McCallion Act, which, if passed, would begin the process of dissolving the Regional Municipality of Peel and make the municipalities of Mississauga, Brampton and Caledon independent, a news release has said.
Canada: WestJet pilots' strike averted but more than 100 flights cancelled today
May 20, 2023, at 04:51 am
Toronto/IBNS: Canada's WestJet's strike has been averted ahead of the long weekend by reaching a last-minute deal with its pilots' union.
US, Taiwan conclude trade negotiations
May 19, 2023, at 03:25 pm
Washington: The United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai on Thursday announced that the United States and Taiwan, under the auspices of the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States (TECRO), have concluded negotiations on the U.S.-Taiwan Initiative on 21st Century Trade.
Canada teenagers' vaping rates highest in world leading to growing crisis, shows data
May 19, 2023, at 04:42 am
Toronto/IBNS: New national data showed Canadian teenagers' vaping rates are highest in the world and there is a lack of action by the federal government experts amid the widespread availability of flavoured vapes, leading to a growing crisis.
Minister says there may be more 'Chinese Police Stations' in Canada
May 18, 2023, at 06:35 am
Toronto: A Canadian Minister has expressed doubt that there might be more "Chinese police stations" operating in Canada.
Canada Health Minister Jean-Yves Duclos discusses global health issues at G7 meeting in Japan
May 18, 2023, at 03:13 am
Ottawa/IBNS: Jean-Yves Duclos, Canada's Minister of Health met with G7 partners in Japan from May 13-14 to discuss important global health issues including pandemic prevention, preparedness, and response, a news release
Canada: Quebec to pass bill to ensure crackdown on illegal Airbnbs
May 17, 2023, at 03:45 am
Montreal/IBNS: Quebec’s regulation in holding short-term rental platforms such as Airbnb accountable for uncertified listings should reportedly be followed by more provinces, say advocates.
Three killed, multiple injured in shooting in US New Mexico
May 16, 2023, at 03:20 pm
Houston: At least three people were killed and multiple others were injured on Monday in a shooting in Farmington, southwestern U.S. state of New Mexico, police said.
May 16, 2023, at 05:30 am
Ottawa/IBNS: Canadians waiting for a decision of a review of their eligibility status regarding pandemic benefits, after having received these by mistake, might see their tax refunds or other benefits being reportedly withheld by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).
US: Texas woman shot dead by boyfriend over an abortion, say police
May 15, 2023, at 01:52 pm
A Texas man was arrested after he allegedly shot dead his girlfriend after she went to another US state for an abortion, media reports said.
Donald Trump says rally in Iowa canceled due to Tornado warning in Des Moines
May 14, 2023, at 10:14 pm
Washington: Former US President Donald Trump has canceled his rally scheduled to take place this weekend in Iowa due to a tornado threat.
Canada: Two University of British Columbia students die after vehicle veers onto campus sidewalk
May 14, 2023, at 06:24 pm
British Columbia/IBNS: Two students died after being struck by a vehicle that veered onto the sidewalk at the University of British Columbia in Canada, media reports said Sunday.
YouTuber who crashed his plane for views could face 20 years of jail term
May 13, 2023, at 06:03 am
A YouTuber who deliberately sent his plane crashing to the ground for views could be facing a jail term of 20 years, US authorities said on Thursday.
Canada's regulation to provide new grocery rebate receives Royal Assent
May 13, 2023, at 05:25 am
Ottawa/IBNS: Royal Assent has been granted to Canada’s Bill C-46, the legislation to provide new grocery rebate and strengthen public health care, a news release has said.
US: Man convicted for running four dark web child sexual abuse websites
May 12, 2023, at 09:48 pm
A federal jury convicted a Missouri man yesterday for running four websites dedicated to sharing images of child sexual abuse.
Canada, Latvia to jointly train Ukrainian junior officers: Defence Minister Anita Anand
May 12, 2023, at 04:08 am
Ottawa/IBNS: Canada’s Defence Minister Anita Anand reaffirmed the country's commitment to Latvia’s security as she welcomed her Latvian counterpart Inara Murniece to Ottawa, a news release has said.
Canada: Manitoba announces funding of $13.6 million to advance ecosystem research
May 12, 2023, at 04:01 am
Winnipeg/IBNS: The Manitoba government will fund $13.6 million in 2023-24 to Research Manitoba to advance the research ecosystem and support strategic investments in research and innovation, Jeff Wharton, Economic Development, Investment and Trade Minister has said.