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“Bonnie Crombie Steps Down...

Bonnie Crombie has stepped down as the leader of the Ontario Liberal Party,...

“Heated Rivalry” Sparks Diversity...

In my extensive experience in sports journalism, few productions have made a mark...

“The Tragically Hip to...

After a ten-year hiatus, The Tragically Hip is gearing up to re-air the...

“Honda Halts $15B EV...

Honda Motor is reportedly planning to definitively halt the development of its $15...

“Row Venice Women Preserve Traditional Venetian Rowing”

Venice, known for its time-frozen charm, showcases ancient palazzos mirrored in serene canals, where water dictates daily life instead of streets. Despite its allure, Venice faces a tourism overload, with most of its 25 million annual visitors being day-trippers who rush through iconic spots like Piazza San Marco before boarding gondolas. In the quieter canals adjacent to the bustling square, female rowers skillfully maneuver a traditional Venetian boat called "batèla a coa de gambero," passing by hanging laundry and historic buildings. Unlike the elegant gondola, the batela served as a practical transport vessel in Venice, designed with a flat base to navigate the city's shallow waters. Elena Almansi,...

Iran’s Salvage Operations at Nuclear Sites Raise Concerns

Satellite imagery reveals recent activity near two Iranian nuclear sites targeted in past airstrikes by Israel and the U.S., indicating potential salvage operations by Iran. Despite these activities, experts note no significant progress in restoring Iran's nuclear program post-attacks. According to Joseph Rodgers, a deputy director at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), there is minimal scientific work at the sites, indicating no substantial advancements in the nuclear program. New satellite images from Planet Labs PBC show the construction of roofs over two damaged buildings at the Isfahan and Natanz facilities, marking the first visible major activity at these sites since the conflict. The Natanz...

“MP Leah Gazan Endorses Avi Lewis for NDP Leadership”

Manitoba NDP Member of Parliament Leah Gazan has officially thrown her support behind documentary filmmaker Avi Lewis for the leadership of the party, becoming...

“MP Leah Gazan Endorses Avi Lewis for NDP Leadership”

Manitoba NDP Member of Parliament Leah Gazan has officially thrown her support behind documentary filmmaker Avi Lewis for the leadership of the party, becoming the first current MP to endorse a candidate. Gazan believes that Lewis is well-equipped to...

“B.C. Signs MOU with China to Boost Wood Construction”

British Columbia's Forests Ministry has signed a memorandum of understanding with China regarding modern wood construction, aiming to boost the local lumber industry amid efforts to diversify beyond the U.S. market. The five-year agreement, not legally binding, involves collaboration...

“Honda Halts $15B EV Complex in Canada, Focuses on Hybrids”

Honda Motor is reportedly planning to definitively halt the development of its $15 billion electric vehicle complex in Canada, according to Japanese media reports. The automaker had initially paused the Alliston, Ont., project last May, indicating a review of...

“Telecom Unions Push for Limits on AI Surveillance”

Telecom employees are advocating for government limitations on the utilization of artificial intelligence (AI) in the industry, expressing concerns that the technology is used for worker surveillance and altering the accents of foreign call center agents. The Canadian Telecommunications...

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“Bonnie Crombie Steps Down Early as Ontario Liberal Leader”

Bonnie Crombie has stepped down as the leader of the Ontario Liberal Party, resigning earlier than anticipated after a lukewarm reception in the fall...

“Heated Rivalry” Sparks Diversity Debate in Hockey

In my extensive experience in sports journalism, few productions have made a mark quite like the series "Heated Rivalry" by Crave. Describing its impact...

“The Tragically Hip to Re-Air Iconic 2016 Concert”

After a ten-year hiatus, The Tragically Hip is gearing up to re-air the 2016 Man Machine Poem concert broadcast on CBC this summer, allowing...

“Honda Halts $15B EV Complex in Canada, Focuses on Hybrids”

Honda Motor is reportedly planning to definitively halt the development of its $15 billion electric vehicle complex in Canada, according to Japanese media reports....

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“SPCA Calls for Recognition of Pets as Sentient Beings”

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...

“ABC Islands Tourism Faces Uncertainty Amid Venezuela Tensions”

The islands of Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao, collectively known as the ABC islands, are situated in the southern Caribbean's leeward Antilles, near Venezuela. These islands are renowned tourist spots celebrated for their beautiful beaches and vibrant cultures. However, following...

“Trump Administration Seizes Venezuelan Oil Tankers”

The Trump administration moved to take control of Venezuelan oil on Wednesday by seizing two sanctioned tankers transporting petroleum and announcing plans to ease some sanctions to oversee the global sale of Venezuela's oil. Following the removal of Venezuela's...

Maduro’s Immunity Claim Challenged in U.S. Drug Case

Ousted Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, currently detained with his wife Cilia Flores in a Brooklyn jail following an early morning arrest in Caracas, is anticipated to claim immunity from prosecution as a head of state, a point hinted at...

Iran’s Grand Bazaar Sit-in Sparks Tear Gas Clash

Protesters expressing frustration over Iran's struggling economy staged a sit-in at Tehran's Grand Bazaar on Tuesday, witnesses reported. Security forces later used tear gas to disperse the demonstrators as the market closed down. This protest at the Grand Bazaar,...

“Bonnie Crombie Steps Down Early as Ontario Liberal Leader”

Bonnie Crombie has stepped down as the leader of the Ontario Liberal Party, resigning earlier than anticipated after a lukewarm reception in the fall leadership vote. Initially planning to stay until a successor was chosen, Crombie has now opted...

“Heated Rivalry” Sparks Diversity Debate in Hockey

In my extensive experience in sports journalism, few productions have made a mark quite like the series "Heated Rivalry" by Crave. Describing its impact as extraordinary would be an understatement. Recently, my colleague Dr. Amira Rose Davis pointed out...

“The Tragically Hip to Re-Air Iconic 2016 Concert”

After a ten-year hiatus, The Tragically Hip is gearing up to re-air the 2016 Man Machine Poem concert broadcast on CBC this summer, allowing Canadians to relive the experience. Scheduled for August 22, fans can tune in to watch...

“Honda Halts $15B EV Complex in Canada, Focuses on Hybrids”

Honda Motor is reportedly planning to definitively halt the development of its $15 billion electric vehicle complex in Canada, according to Japanese media reports. The automaker had initially paused the Alliston, Ont., project last May, indicating a review of...

“Concern Over Climate Action Omission in P.E.I. Cabinet Reshuffle”

The head of the P.E.I. Watershed Alliance expressed astonishment at the exclusion of "climate action" from a provincial department's name in the recent cabinet reorganization. Premier Rob Lantz reshuffled his cabinet on Feb. 12, appointing Darlene Compton as the...

“Row Venice Women Preserve Traditional Venetian Rowing”

Venice, known for its time-frozen charm, showcases ancient palazzos mirrored in serene canals, where water dictates daily life instead of streets. Despite its allure, Venice faces a tourism overload, with most of its 25 million annual visitors being day-trippers...

“ABC Islands Tourism Faces Uncertainty Amid Venezuela Tensions”

The islands of Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao, collectively known as the ABC islands, are situated in the southern Caribbean's leeward Antilles, near Venezuela. These islands are renowned tourist spots celebrated for their beautiful beaches and vibrant cultures. However, following...

“TikTok Comedian’s ‘Obsession’ Redefines Horror Genre”

In 2026, a notable trend in the horror genre has emerged from the work of an online sketch comedian. Fans of the Oscar-winning horror film "Weapons" from the previous year found connections to director Zach Cregger's comedy troupe, while...

“Telecom Unions Push for Limits on AI Surveillance”

Telecom employees are advocating for government limitations on the utilization of artificial intelligence (AI) in the industry, expressing concerns that the technology is used for worker surveillance and altering the accents of foreign call center agents. The Canadian Telecommunications...

New Brunswick Faces Record-Low Precipitation, Drought

New Brunswick experienced several snowstorms this winter, including three significant weather events in February. However, data from Environment Canada's monthly weather and climate summary reveals that some areas of the province saw record-low snow and rain accumulation for February....

Can U.S. manufacturing be great again?

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...

The tariff hammer falls – but on whom?

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,...