Tag: World
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in Whistler, B.C. for Invictus Games training camp
Prince Harry is the founder of the Games for wounded, injured or sick service personnel and veterans.
Biden calls Trump’s comments questioning NATO commitment ‘un-American,’ ‘dumb’
U.S. President Joe Biden sharply criticized Donald Trump on Tuesday over his comments questioning future support for NATO allies in the event of an attack.
Estonia’s PM is on a Russian wanted list. What prompted the Kremlin’s move?
The name of Prime Minister Kaja Kallas appeared on the Russian Interior Ministry’s list of people wanted on unspecified criminal charges.
‘Societal misalignments’ could make AI dangerous, OpenAI CEO warns
Sam Altman reiterated his call for a body like the International Atomic Energy Agency to be created to oversee AI that’s likely advancing faster than the world expects.
Canadian-Russian woman pleads guilty in U.S. to sending military components to Russia
The Canadian-Russian woman was charged with smuggling, conspiracy to violate sanctions and wire fraud conspiracy in late October.
Biden says U.S. seeking 6-week pause on fighting in Gaza but ‘gaps’ remain
Biden and his aides are working to broker another pause in Israel's conflict with Hamas in order to send humanitarian aid and supplies into the region and get hostages out.
Joly calls NATO ‘united’ as Trump says he’d encourage Russian attacks on members
Ottawa says NATO's military alliance is essential to Canada’s security but stopped short of criticizing Donald Trump for threatening to abandon members who miss spending targets.
Taiwan a key hurdle to Canada restoring military talks: China envoy
Last year, Canada and the U.S. sailed warships through the Taiwan Strait as part of what Washington calls "freedom of navigation" operations.
Canada provides support to citizen arrested for opening Thai plane door
Global Affairs Canada said it is 'aware' a Canadian was arrested and is providing 'consular assistance' after authorities say a man opened an emergency door on a plane in Thailand.
Israeli forces rescue 2 captives in Gaza raid that kills at least 67 people
Israeli forces rescued two hostages early Monday, storming a heavily guarded apartment in the Gaza Strip and extracting the captives under fire in a dramatic raid.
Couple expecting baby in Rafah plea to Canada for help as Israel plans next move
A family member in Montreal has applied for a temporary visa on behalf of the couple, who remain stuck in Rafah with mere days before their second child is due for delivery.
Egypt threatens to suspend key peace treaty if Israel attacks Gaza border
Fighting in Rafah could force the closure of the besieged territory's main aid supply route, Egyptian officials said.
Paris unveils its only purpose-built Olympics venue as Summer Games inch closer
The inauguration of Paris' purpose-built Olympics venue represents a milestone, given the problems that dogged its construction.
Canadian man opens door of Thai Airways flight before take off
The passenger opened the emergency door on the Thai Airways flight as it was preparing to take off, officials said, activating the inflatable slide.
Pakistan elections: U.S., Europe urge probe into alleged interference, violence
The U.S. and the EU both mentioned allegations of interference, including arrests of activists, and added that claims of irregularities and fraud should be fully investigated.