Brisbane Council Bans Smart Glasses From Public Pools Over Privacy Concerns
The ban comes as global smart-glass sales surge and cheaper options become increasingly available.
Poilievre Calls on Ottawa to Lower Taxes to Allow for Economic Growth Amid US Trade War
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is calling on Ottawa to offer Canadians tax relief amid the ongoing trade war with the United States, and reveal how much the proposed counter-tariffs will cost. During a press conference in Windsor, Ont., on Aug. 25, Poilievre criticized the United States’ “unjustified tariffs” and said the Conservatives will submit an economic action plan when Parliament resumes to support Canadians.
How the New US Tariffs and Canada’s Retaliatory Measures Affect Canadians
Economists say the new U.S. tariffs and Canada’s counter-tariffs could have a severe impact on affected Canadian industries, potentially rendering some businesses unprofitable while prompting others to move south. Some say that if Washington follows through with its threat to impose 50 percent tariffs on Canadian automobiles in 2027, it could mark the end of […]
How Canada and US Are Targeting Each Other’s Domestic Politics Through Tariffs and Messaging
While announcing Canada’s counter-tariffs against the United States on Aug. 25, Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne said they are “proportionate, targeted, and strategic.” Canada’s Industry Minister Mélanie Joly was less guarded with her remarks, saying Canada’s dollar-for-dollar tariffs are in part targeting U.S. states, and are meant to put “political pressure” on the White House to remove its tariffs on Canada. American officials, meanwhile, are suggesting some of Ottawa’s posturing is about domestic politics, with U.S. President Donald Trump accusing Prime Minister Mark Carney of attempting to “gain political support” with his remarks saying Washington is targeting Canada’s French-language protection requirements....
Labor MP Stands Aside as Defence Envoy After Alleged Bail Breach
MP Luke Gosling was released on bail after being arrested in July over allegations he assaulted Northern Territory Administrator David Connolly.
China's Formaldehyde-Tainted Cabbage Scandal Triggers Concerns Over Kimchi in South Korea
Spraying cabbage with the carcinogen to keep it fresh has long been an open secret within the industry.
Iran, Oman Propose ‘Temporary Navigational Corridor’ for Strait of Hormuz
The framework proposed by the two countries includes a joint operation to remove mines from the waterway.
Debate Over Forest Management Heats Up After Record Wildfires in Europe
France's summer of flames has prompted criticism over lawsuits brought by environmentalists that could constrain fire prevention measures.
Jannik Sinner Withdraws From US Open Due to Knee Injury
The Italian has been sidelined since winning Wimbledon in July. The spotlight turns to Carlos Alcaraz, back from a wrist injury, who will play in New York.
Trump Says US Navy Has Removed All Mines in Strait of Hormuz
The president said Space Force was monitoring 'every square inch' of the strait and that any Iranian ships placing additional mines would be destroyed.
Canada Shouldn’t Replace America With China
Ottawa should resist the argument that deteriorating relations with Washington somehow make Beijing a natural alternative.
Montreal Airport Ground Crew Worker Dead After Being Struck by Plane
Emergency services responded to the scene around 7:30 p.m. EDT on Aug. 24, while the Paris-bound plane's departure was delayed to 11 p.m. on Aug. 25.
Russia Allows State to Take Over Infrastructure Vulnerable to Damage From Drone Attacks
The decree cites the 'increasing threats to the security of critical infrastructure facilities' during the ongoing war.
E-Scooter Hospitalizations up by 40%, Many With Head and Brain Injuries: Data
The Canadian Institute for Health Information says hospitalizations for both children and adults riding e-scooters rose by almost 40 percent in the past year. Data released Tuesday showed there were 837 hospitalizations last year between April 2025 and March 2026, up from 601 in the same period the previous year. Fractures and head and brain injuries were among the most common reasons e-scooter riders were hospitalized. Meanwhile, the number of kids 15 years of age and under hospitalized for e-scooter injuries almost tripled. Data showed 150 kids in Canada required hospitalization, compared to 54 children and adolescents in the previous year. Canada’s most densely populated areas—including Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta and Quebec—had the most injuries.
Trump Says US May Rename Lake Ontario ‘Lake America’ Amid Spat With Ford
Ford says he will tone down the rhetoric.
Chinese Regime Says Iran Cooperation Should Not Be Disrupted
Beijing's pushback against U.S. demands comes just weeks before Xi's visit to Washington.
‘Economic Chemotherapy’: Business Groups Wary of Counter-Tariffs, Federal Aid Package
Despite Ottawa unveiling an aid package for Canadian businesses affected by the trade war with the United States, industry leaders say the measures do not go far enough to help them stay afloat, especially in the wake of Canada’s new counter-tariffs. The federal government announced a $7.5-billion package on Tuesday, including new loan programs for […]
Taiwan Indicts 9 Over Alleged Illegal Export of Nvidia Servers to China
The defendants included one employee of Nvidia's Taiwan unit and two employees of Supermicro’s Taiwan unit.
China’s College Grads Struggle to Find Jobs as Youth Unemployment Rate Hits 11-Month High
Experts say the real figure could be much higher because the official data is limited.
US Military Transport Plane Lands in Moscow
The U.S. Boeing C-17A Globemaster III aircraft previously had flown from Joint Base Andrews to Riga, Latvia, on Aug. 23.
