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Canada Post presents union with 'framework' to reach deal as strike continues

Canada Post says it has presented the union representing some 55,000 striking postal workers with a framework to reach negotiated agreements.

PM Trudeau 'surprised' provinces unanimous on accelerated defence spending: Ford

Ontario Premier Doug Ford says his fellow provincial leaders are united in pushing for Canada to meet its NATO defence spending targets ahead of schedule, and that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was "surprised" to hear it.

One man dead after shooting at Kitchener's 'A Better Tent City'

One man is dead after an afternoon shooting at 49 Ardelt Ave. in Kitchener.

Poilievre calls for asylum seeker cap, border plan as U.S. tariff threat looms

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has demanded the federal government present a plan before Parliament to beef up border security as U.S. president-elect Donald Trump threatens to impose stiff tariffs on Canada.

Immigrants take to the streets to protest against the freezing of immigration programmes

In response to the freeze on immigration programmes announced by Ottawa, an organization that defends the rights of immigrants is organising a demonstration in front of the Montreal office of the Quebec Ministry of Immigration, Francisation and Integration early on Saturday afternoon.

Watch: Noisy throng of sea lions frolic near Jericho Beach

A large swarm of California sea lions have converged in the waters near Vancouver’s Jericho and Locarno beaches.

'Moana 2' sails to a record US$221 million opening as Hollywood celebrates a moviegoing feast

'Moana 2' brought in a tidal wave of moviegoers over the Thanksgiving Day weekend, setting records with $221 million in ticket sales, according to estimates.

Shoppers continue indulging in Black Friday sales, but mostly online

Despite retailers offering holiday discounts earlier than usual this year, U.S. consumers did more shopping on Black Friday than the days leading up to it.

Questions arise about effectiveness of body-worn police cameras in Canada

Questions surrounding the death of a man by Winnipeg police are rekindling conversations around the need for officers to wear body cameras.

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Waterloo Regional Police say Kingsway Drive is closed as emergency services respond to a fire at a townhouse complex.
Bail and promises of justice: The case of Canadians Daniel Langlois and Dominique Marchand murdered in Dominica

A year has passed since Canadians Daniel Langlois and Dominique Marchand were found dead in a burned-out car in Dominica, and there has yet to be justice for the philanthropists who were beloved by many on the island.
Watch: Noisy throng of sea lions frolic near Jericho Beach

A large swarm of California sea lions have converged in the waters near Vancouver’s Jericho and Locarno beaches.
Canada Post presents union with 'framework' to reach deal as strike continues

Canada Post says it has presented the union representing some 55,000 striking postal workers with a framework to reach negotiated agreements.
Questions arise about effectiveness of body-worn police cameras in Canada

Questions surrounding the death of a man by Winnipeg police are rekindling conversations around the need for officers to wear body cameras.
Toronto-based arts-grant provider says nearly $10M was stolen by 'cybercriminal intruder'

A Toronto-based non-profit that provides grants to musicians and others in the music industry says that nearly $10 million was stolen from its bank account by a 'cybercriminal' and then converted into cryptocurrency.

World

Romanians vote in parliamentary election as turmoil in presidential race grips the nation

Romania voted in a parliamentary election between two rounds of the presidential race, with allegations of electoral violations and Russian interference.
Senegal demands answers as the West African country commemorates a French colonial massacre

West African riflemen who fought for France during World War II were likely killed by the French army on Dec. 1, 1944, after demanding unpaid wages.
He’s the first known transgender lawyer to argue before U.S. Supreme Court. For Chase Strangio, the mission ‘is not lost on me’

Chase Strangio, an attorney for the ACLU, is set to make history Wednesday as the first known transgender person to argue before the U.S. Supreme Court.
Trump taps Kash Patel for FBI director, an ally who would aid in his effort to upend law enforcement

U.S. president-elect Donald Trump says he will nominate Kash Patel to serve as FBI director, turning to a fierce ally to upend America’s premier law enforcement agency and rid the government of perceived 'conspirators.' It’s the latest bombshell Trump has thrown at the Washington establishment and a test for how far Senate Republicans will go in confirming his nominees.
Ghana activists warn an anti-gay bill threatens the young democracy's institutions

The Canadian Press travelled to Cameroon as part of an investigative series looking into a global backslide in LGBTQ2S+ rights and the consequences for Canada, including the impact this trend has on democratic institutions.
Sectarian violence has killed at least 130 people in Pakistan’s northwest in the last 10 days

Sectarian violence has killed at least 130 people and wounded 200 others in Pakistan's northwest in the last 10 days, officials said Sunday.

Politics

Poilievre calls for asylum seeker cap, border plan as U.S. tariff threat looms

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has demanded the federal government present a plan before Parliament to beef up border security as U.S. president-elect Donald Trump threatens to impose stiff tariffs on Canada.
PM Trudeau 'surprised' provinces unanimous on accelerated defence spending: Ford

Ontario Premier Doug Ford says his fellow provincial leaders are united in pushing for Canada to meet its NATO defence spending targets ahead of schedule, and that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was "surprised" to hear it.
'We're going to be very visible': Minister Champagne on border plan amid Trump's tariff threat

Industry Minister François-Philippe Champagne says the Canadian presence at the border it shares with the U.S. will be “very visible” in response to U.S. president-elect Donald Trump’s recent tariff threats.

Health

Why teens’ mental health may be more strained than you think heading into the holidays

While many people might think of the end of the year as a time to wind down one’s workload and take a break, a Toronto psychiatrist says young people may actually be carrying more stress than usual heading into the holiday season.
A twice-yearly shot could help end AIDS. But will it get to everyone who needs it?

It’s been called the closest the world has ever come to a vaccine against the AIDS virus.
Are scented candles bad for you? What the science says

Concerns about the safety of candles are rooted in the chemical reactions that occur when you burn them, as well as in the artificial fragrances and colorants that contribute to the various scents you may love.

Sci-Tech

Montreal researchers make breakthrough discovery in fighting HIV

Researchers in Montreal have made a breakthrough discovery in HIV research by finding a way to expel the virus from its hiding places and destroy it.
As Australia bans social media for children, Quebec is paying close attention

As Australia moves to ban social media for children under 16, Quebec is debating whether to follow suit.
No more ID? Air Canada rolls out facial recognition tech at Vancouver airport

Air Canada is rolling out facial recognition technology at the gate, making it the first Canadian airline to deploy the software in a bid to make the boarding process smoother.

Entertainment

Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin support daughter Apple at debutante ball debut

Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin came together on Saturday to watch their daughter Apple Martin make a glam societal debut at a Parisian debutante ball.
'Moana 2' sails to a record US$221 million opening as Hollywood celebrates a moviegoing feast

'Moana 2' brought in a tidal wave of moviegoers over the Thanksgiving Day weekend, setting records with $221 million in ticket sales, according to estimates.
A Japanese artist finds solace and global fans with intricate leaf-cutting

A frog holding a taro-leaf umbrella. An Ukiyo-e style Mount Fuji. Giant waves. Japanese artist Lito carves these delicate designs on fallen leaves.

Business

Shoppers continue indulging in Black Friday sales, but mostly online

Despite retailers offering holiday discounts earlier than usual this year, U.S. consumers did more shopping on Black Friday than the days leading up to it.
Banks head into Q4 with investors looking for better days ahead

The majority of Canada's big banks are heading into fourth-quarter earnings this week riding high as fears around mortgage defaults and a recession ease.
India's Adani says his group is committed to compliance after U.S. bribery and fraud charges

Indian tycoon Gautam Adani said he is committed to comply after being indicted in the U.S. on fraud charges and an alleged bribery scheme.

Lifestyle

Shopping on Shein and Temu for holiday gifts? You're not the only one.

Welcome to the new online world of impulse buying, a place of guilty pleasures where the selection is vast, every day is Cyber Monday, and an instant dopamine hit that will have faded by the time your package arrives is always just a click away.
A man hid 5 treasure chests worth more than US$2 million across the United States. Here’s how to find them

Inside the chests, searchers can look forward to hopefully locating items such as rare Pokémon cards, shipwreck bounty, sports memorabilia, gold and precious medals.
Bruce, the tiny Vancouver parrot, lands internet fame with abstract art

Mononymous painter Bruce has carved a lucrative niche on social media with his abstract artworks, crafted entirely from the colourful juices of fruits.

Sports

Botafogo wins its first Copa Libertadores title

Botafogo overcame playing with ten men to win its first Copa Libertadores title after beating fellow Brazilian side Atletico Mineiro 3-1 in the final.
Michigan pulls off major upset over No. 2 Ohio State 13-10 in college football

Michigan upsets No. 2 Ohio State 13-10 for the Wolverines' 4th straight win in the bitter rivalry.
John Herdman resigns as head coach of Toronto FC amid drone-spying scandal

Embroiled in the Paris Olympic drone-spying scandal that has already cost Canadian women's coach Bev Priestman her job, Herdman resigned Friday as coach of Toronto FC.

Autos

Highway 407 owner says no active buyback discussions with Ontario government

Pressure is increasing on the provincial government to tap into the underused tolled Highway 407 to unclog congestion on Highway 401.
Hyundai recalling hundreds of thousands of cars and SUVs in Canada, U.S.

Hyundai is recalling hundreds of thousands of SUVs and small cars in the U.S. and Canada because the rearview camera image may not show up on the screens.
Trump's tariffs would devastate auto sector, raise consumer costs: industry leader

An auto industry leader says U.S. president-elect Donald Trump's threat of tariffs on Canadian goods would have devastating effects for the sector, forcing both Canadian and U.S. consumers to pay higher prices.

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