Australia to Nearly Double Police Presence in Pacific Nation Under Treaty, Inquiry Told
The inquiry also learned Tonga and the Solomon Islands are keen for a security deal with Australia.
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Villages Evacuated as Flash Flood From Budhi Gandaki River Hits Northern Nepal
Residents along the Budhi Gandaki River in north central Nepal evacuated on Sunday.
Hurricane Simon Pounds Resorts and Vulnerable Towns Along Mexico’s Pacific Coast
Hurricane Simon pounded Mexico’s Pacific coast as a Category 3 storm on Sunday.
Biologist Raises Alarm Over Brumbies as Horse Cull Pauses
More than 1,000 brumbies were shot in a single month in NSW, prompting concerns from a scientist that some may have suffered before dying.
America in Brief
Devastating Hurricane Isaias leaves 4 dead in deep south, NASA SpaceX Crew-12 returns to Earth, and U.S. Army releases report on 2025 helicopter-jet collision.
Should Drugs Be Banned or Regulated? Australia’s Debate Over How to Tackle Addiction
The approach to dealing with drug use in Australia has splintered along two opposing approaches.
Several Businesses Damaged in Fresh Melbourne Arson Attacks
A tobacco store was set alight by an unknown offender after they broke into the business in Melbourne's Fitzroy North on the morning of Oct. 12.
Former Treasurer Warns of ‘Existential’ Threat to the Liberals
Josh Frydenberg used a 60 Minutes interview to criticise Angus Taylor's leadership, which he said had contributed to Liberal polling being at an 'all-time low.'
Carney Says Trump’s Russia-Ukraine Energy Ceasefire Could ‘Significantly De-escalate’ War
An energy ceasefire being brokered by U.S. President Donald Trump between Russia and Ukraine could significantly de-escalate the war and protect thousands of civilians, Prime Minister Mark Carney said a few hours after announcement of the deal. “Canada calls on Russia to uphold this agreement as we keep working with our Allies to secure a [...]
Premier Smith Says Alberta Reversed Edmonton Infill Rules Over Federal Influence
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says her government reversed Edmonton’s zoning changes that were introduced in 2024 because the city had adopted them in exchange for federal housing funding. “Do you know who undermined local democracy? The federal government. When they came in and they paraded money around in front of Calgary and Edmonton councils, and […]
America in Photos: USS Lincoln Returns, America's Innovation Awards, and California Coastal Flooding
Notable moments from the past week in America.
Ambassador Tseng: Foreign Coercion Should Have No Place in Canada
No foreign political doctrine or legal claim should determine the boundaries of lawful expression in Canada.
Advance Polls for Alberta Referendum to Start Tuesday
Advance voting in Alberta’s 10-question referendum begins Tuesday, Oct. 13, ahead of referendum day on Oct. 19. Elections Alberta says advance voting will run for five days from Oct. 13 to 17. Voting locations will generally be open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., though some may keep shorter hours. Eligible voters—Alberta residents who are [...]
Trump Says He’s Considering Whether US Should Join Saudi Attacks Against Houthis
The comment came after the Yemeni terrorist organization attacked Saudi airports in recent days.
Saudi Arabia Reports New Airport Attacks After Deadly Strike Killed 13
One person was killed and 11 were injured in one of the new attacks.
Nearly Two-Thirds of Canadians Want Data Centre Development Curbed: Poll
A majority of Canadians favour limiting the development of large data centres in their provinces, citing water consumption, electricity costs, and the benefits flowing to large tech firms as top concerns, according to a recent Angus Reid poll. The survey, released Oct. 7, indicated that 64 percent of Canadians want their provincial governments to limit [...]
Canada Advises No Travel to Riyadh Airport After Houthi Attacks, Embassy Remains Open
Canada’s ambassador to Saudi Arabia says the embassy in Riyadh remains open for Canadians who are in need of consular assistance, following deadly Houthi strikes against the international airport in Riyadh. Ambassador Jean-Philippe Linteau says in a video posted on Sunday that anyone in Riyadh who encounters military debris should walk away and contact authorities, …
Peter Menzies: Majority of Albertans Will Reject Separation, but Grievances Require More Than a Pipeline
Commentary In just over a week, Albertans will vote on whether their provincial government should hold a referendum on whether the province should seek independence from Canada. There is zero chance of it passing. Albertans will overwhelmingly reject the advancement of the cause of separation within the nation’s most prosperous province. It has been 61 […]
MP Allison on What’s Next After His COVID Vaccine Injury Inquiry
Weeks after the Conservative Party wrapped up a four-day inquiry into COVID-19 vaccine injuries, the MP behind the initiative says that more such events could be held across Canada. Conservative MP Dean Allison told The Epoch Times that he is currently working on getting additional town halls on vaccine injuries to be held across Canada, [...]
Ottawa Repeats Legal Threat as Stelco Says Layoffs Will Proceed
Industry Minister Mélanie Joly says “all options are on the table” as Ontario steelmaker Stelco says it will proceed with planned layoffs despite the federal government’s threat of legal action over alleged violations of the U.S. company’s commitments under the Investment Canada Act. Company president Paul Simon denied that the layoffs violated the Act in […]
