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Politics · United StatesTom Homan clashes with CBS over ICE death data and detainee charges
CBS News asked border czar Tom Homan about ICE deaths and the proportion of detainees without extra criminal charges. Homan responded by questioning the reporter’s premise, citing official ICE data, defending detention standards and declaring that anyone in the country illegally is deportable.
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Politics · United StatesGovernment abandons plan to bypass species protection laws
The federal government has withdrawn a proposal that would have allowed ministers to exempt certain projects from laws protecting species at risk. Environmental groups remain concerned about other potential avenues for bypassing the Species At Risk Act.
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PoliticsFrench journalist alleges targeted attacks on Jewish businesses during riots
French journalist Paul Amar has alleged that Jewish-owned businesses were deliberately targeted during recent riots in Marseille. He claims rioters prepared in advance, obtaining addresses of Jewish shop owners and setting their businesses on fire, while Muslim-owned businesses were left untouched. The allegations have not been independently verified.
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PoliticsAlberta flag in neighbour's window divides Airdrie residents ahead of referendum
A large blue flag displaying Alberta's shield of arms appeared in a neighbour's window in Airdrie, north of Calgary, a few weeks ago. Sarah Batchelor, a long-time resident, says the flag has sparked division in the community ahead of an upcoming referendum.
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Politics · United StatesNYC Mayor Mamdani Releases ICE Rights Video in Spanish
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani released a Spanish-language video on October 23, 2026, detailing residents' rights when encountering ICE agents. The video advises on warrant requirements and street encounters, drawing both praise and criticism.
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PoliticsMontreal police racism reports span four decades, court rules systemic
Reports from 1987 to 2024 document racial profiling and discriminatory practices in Montreal police, including a 2024 court ruling that called it systemic. Left and centre outlets carried the story; no right-rated outlet did.
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PoliticsDoerkson and Carney aligned on economy, premier-designate says
British Columbia's premier-designate Lorne Doerkson stated he and Prime Minister Mark Carney discussed supercharging the economy, attracting investment, and creating jobs. Doerkson reported alignment on these key economic goals following their conversation.
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Politics · United StatesPentagon adviser Ryan Higgins' online posts draw scrutiny
Ryan Higgins, a senior adviser to Pete Hegseth at the Pentagon, has shared online posts containing racist, homophobic, and conspiratorial views. These posts include comments about LGBTQ+ people and illegal immigrants.
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PoliticsQuebec Premier Fréchette names Trump her main opponent
Quebec Premier Christine Fréchette has identified U.S. President Donald Trump as her main opponent as the provincial election campaign officially began. She cited his threats of new tariffs as a danger to Quebec and positioned her party as a stable force amid trade disputes.
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Politics · United StatesImmigration Department to review refugee sponsorship policy changes
Canada's Immigration Department will monitor for negative effects following the expiration of a policy that allowed some refugees to sponsor undeclared family members. Immigration Minister Lena Diab stated the department is reviewing the decision not to renew the policy, which ended earlier this month.
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Politics · United StatesTrump says he would support ban on Sharia law in US
Donald Trump stated he would support legislation prohibiting Sharia law in the United States, arguing the country must have only one legal system. He cited London and Paris as examples of European capitals where Islamic religious law operates as a 'second way of life'. Trump also discussed affordability, blaming Democrats for high prices.
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Politics · United StatesTulsi Gabbard says husband recovering after rare cancer surgery
Tulsi Gabbard announced her husband Abraham Williams was diagnosed with sacral chordoma, a rare spinal tumour, after back pain. She resigned as director of national intelligence in May to care for him. Doctors removed the cancerous tissue, but Williams continues rehabilitation and scans.
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Politics · United StatesDOJ official defends Trump noncitizen voter probe on 60 Minutes
Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon appeared on CBS' "60 Minutes" to defend the Trump administration's investigation into noncitizen voters. She stated that thousands of cases are under review and that the Biden administration prosecuted 13 people for noncitizen voting.
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PoliticsFrench teen loses hand in police grenade incident at protest
A 15-year-old boy lost a hand and sustained further injuries after being hit by a police grenade during a protest in Lens, France. The incident is under investigation, with authorities examining the circumstances of the grenade's deployment and the actions of both police and students.
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Politics · United StatesDenver Sues to Block ICE Agents at Polling Places
A coalition of civil rights groups and voting rights advocates, along with the city of Denver, have filed a lawsuit to prevent the Trump administration from deploying immigration enforcement agents to polling places on Election Day. The suit argues federal law restricts such presence to repelling armed enemies.
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Governor General Arbour to visit Gander for 9/11 anniversary
Governor General Louise Arbour is scheduled to visit Gander, Newfoundland and Labrador, on September 11 to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. The visit marks a significant commemoration in the town that hosted thousands of stranded passengers.
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Politics · United StatesJames Talarico reappears at festival after nine-day absence
Texas Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico reappeared at the Austin City Limits festival on Friday, nine days after his last public appearance. His return followed an absence attributed to the flu, which had prompted criticism and speculation from his Republican opponent.
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Politics · European UnionHungary and Poland use France unrest to push migration policies
As France and Italy experience unrest, leaders in Hungary and Poland are using the events to advocate for tougher migration policies. They cite the situation to justify their existing border controls and asylum approaches, drawing criticism and support across the EU.
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Politics · United StatesTrump directs pursuit of death penalty for killing firefighters
President Donald Trump announced he has directed Attorney General Todd Blanche to pursue the death penalty for anyone convicted of killing a firefighter. This directive expands his previous calls for capital punishment for those who kill police officers or government officials who leak information.
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Politics · United StatesYupeng Sun charged with voter fraud and framing green-card holder in Massachusetts
Yupeng Sun, 33, faces federal charges for fraudulently registering and voting in the 2024 US presidential election under the identity of J.L., a lawful permanent resident. Sun later reported J.L. to immigration authorities, leading to the revocation of his green card before it was restored in 2026.
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