A federal judge in the United States has rejected a decision by an administrative board that supported the Trump administration's policy of mandatory detention for individuals arrested during immigration enforcement. The judge accused the administration of causing fear among immigrants and blatantly disregarding the law.
U.S. District Judge Sunshine Sykes in Riverside, California, overturned a ruling by the Board of Immigration Appeals, stating that the Trump administration had failed to comply with her previous order deeming the policy of denying detainees the opportunity to seek bond release as illegal. Sykes emphasized that the administration had defied her earlier ruling, which determined that many detained immigrants were being...
An explosion occurred at a fireworks store in Hubei province, China, resulting in the deaths of 12 individuals, as reported by state media. This incident, which marks the second explosion during the Lunar New Year festivities in the country, was swiftly addressed by emergency responders who successfully extinguished the fire at the shop in Xiangyang on Wednesday afternoon, as per the official Xinhua News Agency. Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the explosion, although specific details have not been disclosed.
Fireworks play a significant role in the Lunar New Year celebrations in China, yet they have also been associated with various accidents. Just a few days...
Canada's annual inflation rate rose to 2.4% in December compared to the same month a year ago, as reported by Statistics Canada on Monday. This increase followed a temporary GST break initiated by the government in December 2024, which...
Prime Minister Mark Carney has landed in Switzerland to participate in the World Economic Forum in the alpine town of Davos, aiming to attract investment from various nations and businesses. This event reunites Carney with influential figures he has...
The Gordie Howe International Bridge, linking Windsor, Ontario, and Detroit, has been deemed "essentially complete" as of February. However, a significant lawsuit contesting Canada's decision to construct the bridge may not go to trial until 2027 or 2028, according...
Loblaw, one of Canada's leading retailers, is reintroducing frozen concentrated drinks under its No Name brand, marking a return of the iconic "schhhhhlorp" sound to Canadian kitchens. The new lineup includes flavors like White Lemonade, Pink Lemonade, Limeade, Grape...
The Gordie Howe International Bridge, linking Windsor, Ontario, and Detroit, has been deemed "essentially complete" as of February. However, a significant lawsuit contesting Canada's...
Juvenile chinook salmon in the Fraser River estuary have been found to contain a wide range of chemicals, including pharmaceuticals and flame retardants, according...
About 59,000 years ago, a Neanderthal residing in the Siberian mountains experienced severe tooth pain and took action to alleviate it. Recent findings suggest...
Glenn Hall, a legendary figure in the world of hockey and a record-holder for starting 502 consecutive games as a goaltender in the NHL, has passed away at the age of 94. The NHL team in Chicago confirmed his...
A recent review reveals that individuals who are overweight or obese and discontinue their weight-loss medications tend to regain weight quicker compared to those who cease diet or exercise programs. The popularity of weight loss drugs containing semaglutide, found...
The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra (VSO) has announced plans to significantly reduce the use of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) in instances of sexual misconduct, following criticism stemming from a musician's public disclosure of sexual assault accusations. Violinist Esther Hwang came forward...
Canada Reads is returning in 2026 with a focus on finding a book that can bridge divides. The longlist for this year's competition has been unveiled, showcasing a diverse range of titles that highlight the power of storytelling to...
A young officer who was arrested with a disgraced Winnipeg police constable for stealing cash and other items they thought were evidence during a 2024 "integrity test" has entered a guilty plea. Matthew Kadyniuk, 34, confessed to breach of...
The upcoming National Hockey League draft in June will be hosted by the Buffalo Sabres, as announced by commissioner Gary Bettman. The event will feature highly touted prospect Gavin McKenna as the focal point. Bettman revealed the news alongside...
The Gordie Howe International Bridge, linking Windsor, Ontario, and Detroit, has been deemed "essentially complete" as of February. However, a significant lawsuit contesting Canada's decision to construct the bridge may not go to trial until 2027 or 2028, according...
Juvenile chinook salmon in the Fraser River estuary have been found to contain a wide range of chemicals, including pharmaceuticals and flame retardants, according to a recent study. Researchers collected samples from hundreds of fish between 2019 and 2021,...
Health experts and advocates are expressing worries about deficiencies in air quality monitoring in rural areas of British Columbia, highlighting the potential risk of exposure to hazardous wildfire smoke levels in communities lacking accurate local data access. This concern...
A federal judge in the United States has rejected a decision by an administrative board that supported the Trump administration's policy of mandatory detention for individuals arrested during immigration enforcement. The judge accused the administration of causing fear among...
A truck driver, whose vehicle was leaking gas, was forced to stop on the roadside and should not be held responsible for a parking ticket he received, as ruled by a Saskatoon judge. The case was brought before Justice...
Canadian freestyle skier Miha Fontaine secured the bronze medal in the men's competition at a World Cup aerials event held on Monday. Hailing from Magog, Quebec, Fontaine achieved a score of 107.73, marking his inaugural World Cup medal in...
Loblaw, one of Canada's leading retailers, is reintroducing frozen concentrated drinks under its No Name brand, marking a return of the iconic "schhhhhlorp" sound to Canadian kitchens. The new lineup includes flavors like White Lemonade, Pink Lemonade, Limeade, Grape...
Actor Shia LaBeouf was placed on probation on Wednesday after admitting to assaulting three individuals outside a bar in New Orleans during Mardi Gras. LaBeouf has been mandated to participate in an alcohol treatment program as part of the...
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,...