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Chinese tariff on canola seed comes into force as producers, premiers demand action
REGINA — Prime Minister Mark Carney says he’s considering measures to support farmers hit by…
More people urged to prepare to evacuate N.L. fire that has destroyed about 100 homes
ST. JOHN’S — Officials in Newfoundland and Labrador extended an evacuation alert Thursday evening, asking…
Prosecutors seek death penalty against Zizians member charged with murdering Vermont border agent
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Justice Department said Thursday it will seek the death penalty against…
Pam Bondi fires Justice Department employee accused of throwing sandwich at federal agent
WASHINGTON (AP) — A man charged with a felony for hurling a sandwich at a…
Quebec language watchdog backtracks on pub sign it deemed too English
MONTREAL — In its second high-profile reversal in recent months, Quebec’s language watchdog has backed…
Montreal public health reports three heat-related deaths since Sunday
MONTREAL — Health officials in Montreal are still working to tally the total number of…
DeSantis announces plans for second immigration detention facility dubbed ‘Deportation Depot’
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Florida Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration is preparing to open a…
Canadian-led patrol finds alleged shark finning, dolphin harvesting in North Pacific
A Canadian-led patrol of the North Pacific earlier this year uncovered dozens of alleged fisheries…
Racial profiling of customers a neglected human rights issue, report says
Heiltsuk Tribal Council Chief Marilyn Slett says no one in her community is immune to…
Florida wildlife officials consider reopening bay nationally known for its oysters
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Florida wildlife officials have given preliminary approval to a plan to…
100 years of AP All-America football teams: Here’s who we think are the best of the best
Ohio State and Pittsburgh each placed three players on The Associated Press All-Time All-America team…
Fact File: Canadian misidentified as CDC headquarters shooter
Social media posts falsely claimed a Canadian teen, Silas Kruger, was responsible for a shooting…
SEC tries to regain its championship form following 2 years without a national title
Southeastern Conference football is experiencing a championship drought. The powerhouse league hasn’t won or even…
The Latest: Dozens arrested in Washington as White House ratchets up federal police presence
Following President Donald Trump’s unprecedented announcement that his administration would take over the Washington, D.C.,…
3 women in Gambia are charged in the death of one-month-old in female genital mutilation case
SERREKUNDA, Gambia (AP) — Three women were charged in Gambia over the death of a…
Judge reduces suspension for two Montreal officers sanctioned for lying to watchdog
MONTREAL — A Quebec court judge has overturned the majority of the sanctions against two…
DC Mayor Bowser walks delicate line with Trump, reflecting the city’s precarious position
NEW YORK (AP) — As National Guard troops deploy across her city as part of…
Ontario health officials report 3 new measles cases, all in Southwestern region
TORONTO — Health officials in Ontario are reporting just three new measles cases over the…
Wildfire raging near Port Alberni, B.C., shows vigorous, ‘unusual’ behaviour
A raging wildfire that has forced evacuations on south-central Vancouver Island has been burning at…
Payments start for first claimants in First Nations child welfare case
OTTAWA — Some claimants are now receiving compensation payments through a $23-billion settlement for more…
NCAA informs Michigan ruling on sign-stealing investigation will be released Friday, AP source says
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — The NCAA has informed Michigan that the organization will announce…
PM’s staff say search is on for a local office that meets Carney’s security needs
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney’s office says work is “well underway” to find a…
Fact File: No truth to online claims of dramatic drop in potato exports to U.S.
While Canadians wait for news of an improved trade situation with the United States, false…
European leaders praise Trump for offering US military support for future peace force in Ukraine
BRUSSELS (AP) — European leaders have praised President Donald Trump for agreeing to allow U.S.…