South Korea Backs Stronger Self-Defense Capabilities
Trump ordered scaling back the joint U.S.–South Korean drills after suggesting it sent the wrong signals to Pyongyang.
Two Men Await Sentencing in Landmark Saskatchewan Human Trafficking Case
Sohel Haider, 55, and Mohammed Masum, 44, were each found guilty of human trafficking, with sentencing to occur on Oct. 22.
No Peace Talks Taking Place With Iran, Trump Says
Trump said the U.S. naval blockade remained in effect and the Strait of Hormuz remained open.
US Condemns Israeli Strikes on Syrian Airbase as ‘Unnecessary Escalation’
Syria said the strikes were a violation of its sovereignty, while Washington warned that further military action could undermine regional stability.
Kushner, Netanyahu Agree Hamas Must Disarm Before Gaza Reconstruction, Israeli Pullout
The U.S. envoy warned that failure to disarm would result in broad American support for Israel to 'finish the job' of eliminating Hamas in Gaza.
Wright Says US to Boost Fuel Refinery Output as Hormuz Disruptions Continue
Trump said the increase in fuel prices was a relatively small cost for preventing Iran from having nuclear weapons.
Australian Shipbuilder Gets $1.7 Billion Offer for US Operation
South Korean conglomerate Hanwha has made a tentative US$1.05 billion to US$1.2 billion offer for Austal’s US business.
Australia Deepens Vietnam Ties Amid Human Rights Concerns
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese met with Vietnamese leader To Lam on Aug. 11 to discuss bilateral relations across a range of areas.
Australia’s Newest Media Giant Suffers $125 Million Advertising Slump
The decline in ad revenues across the 7 Network and its radio brands was offset by growth across its digital platforms.
Victorian Premier Delays Work-From-Home Laws Until After Election
Victorian Premier Ben Carroll announced that the legislation will take effect on July 1, 2027, instead of the scheduled date of Sept. 1, 2026.
30,000 Sign Petition Calling for Bail Decision to Be Reversed for Youth Offenders
Van Viet Truong was set upon by 5 youths after he intervened to try and stop them beating other retail workers.
Shanghai Hit by Heaviest Rainfall in 150 Years as Typhoon Dolphin Batters Eastern China
Record rainfall floods streets, disrupts thousands of flights, and prompts the relocation of thousands of residents.
Trump Extends Jones Act Waiver, Allowing Foreign Ships to Haul Goods Between US Ports
The 90-day extension will ease transport of energy and agricultural goods, a response to supply disruptions during the Iran war.
‘It Takes a Village’: Okanagan Community Rallies to Rescue Horses From Wildfire
As the Bald Range wildfire rapidly spread in B.C.’s Okanagan on Aug. 7, it wasn’t only people trying to escape. Herds of horses and cattle, as well as household pets, were also caught in the path of the flames. At one point, a woman was seen galloping down a road on horseback, with fire raging […]
Doctors Push Back on Pharmacist Prescribing Plan, Citing Patient Risks
The RACGP said pharmacists lacked the knowledge needed for safe prescribing and were not equipped to provide ongoing preventive care or manage chronic diseases.
He Survived a Bow-and-Arrow Attack, Now He’s Speaking Out Again After Shopkeeper’s Death
On the weekend, hundreds came out to protest after the death of a Good Samaritan during a youth crime spree.
Police Arrest Man for Allegedly Threatening US Consulate in Halifax
Halifax police have recovered explosive materials from a car and arrested a man in connected with an alleged bomb threat against the U.S. consulate.
Catholic Military Diocese Says Prayer Ban Violates Charter by Forcing Chaplains to Deliver Non-Religious ‘Spiritual Reflections’
The Roman Catholic Military Ordinariate of Canada says the military’s prayer ban at official events undermines the principle of state neutrality on religion and may violate the Charter in several ways, including by requiring chaplains to avoid mentioning God or using faith-specific language when delivering mandatory “spiritual reflections.” The concerns were noted in a recent statement by Bishop Scott McCaig, who serves as Military Ordinary of Canada, the authority that oversees Catholic ministry and spiritual needs in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF). McCaig said discussions are taking place with the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops as well as other interfaith partners before the Ordinariate issues a formal position. He said the new CAF policy already raises a number of key concerns....
Former Carney Adviser, CMHC Head Named Inaugural Chair of Build Canada Homes
Ottawa is appointing a former investment banker and public servant with links to Prime Minister Mark Carney to steer the board of directors at its affordable housing agency. Build Canada Homes’ inaugural board chair Evan Siddall was CEO of the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. from late 2013 to 2021, where he helped to develop the Liberals’ national housing strategy. Siddall was most recently vice-chair at BMO Capital Markets and his experience includes heading up Alberta’s AIMCo pension fund manager and stints at Goldman Sachs and Irving Oil. The incoming chair also served for a number of years as special adviser to Carney when he was governor of the Bank of Canada.
Taiwan Throttles Mobile Data in Wartime Communications Drill
The live exercise tested whether emergency services and civilian institutions could operate while commercial mobile data speeds were sharply restricted.
