Nearly 200 individuals have lost their lives in separate assaults carried out by armed assailants in isolated villages in central and northern Nigeria, as confirmed by a local legislator, residents, and law enforcement on Wednesday. The attacks sparked a search for survivors and a pursuit of the perpetrators.
In central Kwara state, the Woro community fell victim to a brutal attack on Tuesday, resulting in the deaths of at least 170 people, as reported by the area's lawmaker, Saidu Baba Ahmed. This incident marked the deadliest assault in the region this year, occurring near Niger state, an area increasingly plagued by marauding gunmen engaging in village raids,...
Mickey Lolich, the last pitcher in Major League Baseball to achieve three complete-game victories in the 1968 World Series for the Detroit Tigers, passed away at the age of 85 on Wednesday. The Tigers confirmed his death following a brief hospice stay, with no specific cause disclosed.
While Denny McLain stood out as the pitching star for Detroit in 1968 with 31 regular-season wins, it was Lolich who shone as the Series' Most Valuable Player. He boasted an impressive ERA of 1.67 and secured a crucial Game 7 triumph on the road against Bob Gibson and the St. Louis Cardinals.
The iconic moment of Detroit's championship season was...
The Canadian government has struck a trade agreement with China that involves allowing a significant number of Chinese electric vehicles into the Canadian market...
The Canadian government has struck a trade agreement with China that involves allowing a significant number of Chinese electric vehicles into the Canadian market while eliminating tariffs on canola products, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on Friday.
This deal represents...
For the past seven years, whenever former premier François Legault's administration introduced a controversial bill, he frequently defended it by claiming it reflected the desires of the majority of Quebec residents. During a period marked by economic uncertainty, Legault...
The Ekati Diamond Mine's owning company has sought protection from creditors, citing financial struggles due to a significant drop in diamond prices. This drop, exceeding 70% in a year, has put at risk numerous jobs, substantial payments committed to...
Four properties previously occupied by Hudson's Bay department stores have found buyers, according to court records filed this week. The defunct retailer and its former property partner, RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust, have identified interested parties for their downtown...
Amnesty International, a global organization known for its involvement in human rights issues in developing nations, has shifted its focus to a small community...
The Ekati Diamond Mine's owning company has sought protection from creditors, citing financial struggles due to a significant drop in diamond prices. This drop,...
The N.W.T. SPCA urges the territorial government to recognize domestic animals as sentient beings rather than mere property, as outlined in the current Dog...
A senior researcher at Yukon University emphasized the need for caution in planning development on adjacent lands in Dawson City due to historical flooding...
B.C. Ferries Adjusts Schedule to Prevent Collisions with Humpback Whales
B.C. Ferries is modifying the timetable for the Northern Expedition route in northern B.C. to...
Amnesty International, a global organization known for its involvement in human rights issues in developing nations, has shifted its focus to a small community in southwest Nova Scotia. The organization is supporting the efforts of a group of African...
Manitoba Independent legislator Mark Wasyliw has initiated a legal action for defamation against Premier Wab Kinew and two other members of Kinew's NDP administration. The lawsuit alleges that they linked the former defense attorney, now MLA, with convicted criminal...
In 2025, Greater Vancouver saw its lowest annual home sales figures in over twenty years as buyer interest waned, housing inventory grew, and prices softened, according to the latest data from Greater Vancouver Realtors. Residential property transactions in the...
In the upcoming year, rural hospitals in Manitoba may face increased challenges in staffing shifts as the provincial government terminates contracts with numerous agencies supplying agency nurses to the health-care system. Starting January 15, Manitoba will collaborate exclusively with...
Amnesty International, a global organization known for its involvement in human rights issues in developing nations, has shifted its focus to a small community in southwest Nova Scotia. The organization is supporting the efforts of a group of African...
The Ekati Diamond Mine's owning company has sought protection from creditors, citing financial struggles due to a significant drop in diamond prices. This drop, exceeding 70% in a year, has put at risk numerous jobs, substantial payments committed to...
The N.W.T. SPCA urges the territorial government to recognize domestic animals as sentient beings rather than mere property, as outlined in the current Dog Act. Under this legislation, dogs are treated as belongings of their owners, with provisions allowing...
A senior researcher at Yukon University emphasized the need for caution in planning development on adjacent lands in Dawson City due to historical flooding incidents. Benoit Turcotte, specializing in hydrology and climate change, pointed out that although the area...
Nearly 200 individuals have lost their lives in separate assaults carried out by armed assailants in isolated villages in central and northern Nigeria, as confirmed by a local legislator, residents, and law enforcement on Wednesday. The attacks sparked a...
The Canadian government has struck a trade agreement with China that involves allowing a significant number of Chinese electric vehicles into the Canadian market while eliminating tariffs on canola products, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on Friday.
This deal represents...
Chinese-language newspaper Ming Pao Daily News, with offices in Richmond, B.C., and Toronto, Ont., is shutting down its operations in Canada. The decision to close the business permanently is due to financial reasons, as stated in a letter from...
Manitoba Independent legislator Mark Wasyliw has initiated a legal action for defamation against Premier Wab Kinew and two other members of Kinew's NDP administration. The lawsuit alleges that they linked the former defense attorney, now MLA, with convicted criminal...
Broadway stands as the pinnacle of live theater, where skilled performers, innovative storytelling, and artistic daring come together in the spotlight. Over the years, an increasing number of celebrities have ventured into this realm, even if they lack traditional...
Four properties previously occupied by Hudson's Bay department stores have found buyers, according to court records filed this week. The defunct retailer and its former property partner, RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust, have identified interested parties for their downtown...
Editor's note: In April, the White House announced sweeping tariffs to revitalize American manufacturing. But will production indeed return to U.S. soil as the Trump administration hopes? CGTN has launched a five-part "Return of American Manufacturing?" series to explore...
Tariffs are "for national security, to protect jobs and to fight unfair trade practices." Really? According to the latest polls, the vast majority of Americans neither support the government's tariff policy nor believe it will create jobs.
In reality,...