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Ben Dooley @bentdooley.com · 4h

A proposal to create a city-owned, for-profit developer to build 4,000 market rentals has failed at Council.

🎙️ Councillor @rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social explains her “no” vote and what she thinks the City should do next.

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Global News @globalnews.ca · 5h

The mother of an Ont. woman shot and killed by a man — who was also at the centre of an Amber Alert — and then later shot dead by police tells Global News she “can’t believe” her daughter “is gone.”

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Mother of Ontario woman shot dead by man involved in Amber Alert speaks out | Globalnews.ca

Police say the suspect wanted for the fatal shooting of an Ontario woman, and linked to an Amber Alert, has been shot and killed by police. The woman's mother spoke to Global News.

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Richard Zussman @richardzussman.bsky.social · 7h

NEW - The BC Conservative Board of Directors Management Committee has sent a letter to Conservative leader John Rustad calling on him to resign as leader. #bcpoli

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Global News @globalnews.ca · 7h

An Orange County Sheriff’s Office spokesperson told Global News there were "no signs of foul play."

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Man found dead at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground in Florida - National | Globalnews.ca

This is the third person to die at a Disney property in the month of October.

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Global News @globalnews.ca · 9h

The robbery involved items valued at more than $100 million and prosecutors worry the thieves will try to pry out stones or melt the metals.

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The Louvre has reopened — here’s what the investigation has found so far - National | Globalnews.ca

The Louvre's director, Laurence des Cars, confirmed that after the robbery she had submitted her resignation, which was declined.

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Global News @globalnews.ca · 10h

In March, U.S. authorities said any foreign nationals, including Canadians, visiting the U.S. for more than 30 days would have to register with the government in order to avoid penalties.

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Snowbirds face ‘inconsistent’ fingerprinting rules at U.S. border, group says - National | Globalnews.ca

The Canadian Snowbird Association recommends its members 'continue to cross the border as they normally would,' even as it warns of 'inconsistent' rules around fingerprinting.

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Global News @globalnews.ca · 10h

Police said that during the early hours of Wednesday, officers found a vehicle with the suspect in Niagara Falls. Ont.

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Amber Alert suspect also sought in fatal Ontario shooting killed by police | Globalnews.ca

Niagara regional police say the suspect wanted for the fatal shooting of an Ontario woman, and linked to an Amber Alert, has been shot and killed by police.

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Global News @globalnews.ca · 12h

Germany’s defence minister Boris Pistorius said that if Canada joins its submarine partnership with Norway, the three countries could pool shipyard resources and parts.

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As Canada nears submarine deal, Germany and Norway pitch partnership - National | Globalnews.ca

German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius said TKMS, one of two finalists for the contract, could build some of the subs or parts for them in Canada.

Ben Dooley @bentdooley.com · 1d

Today's Jill Bennett Show Podcast:

🚗 @tomdigby1.bsky.social on Paid parking coming to some Vancouver community hubs — but not for everyone.
⚖️ BC may expand unpaid leave for workers with serious illness.
🏹 Hunters upset over tag delays amid BCGEU strike.

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Ben Dooley @bentdooley.com · 1d

OpenAI just unveiled Atlas, its own web browser — taking on Google Chrome.

Launching first on Apple laptops, Atlas will expand to Windows, iPhone, and Android. As users turn to AI for answers, this could reshape how we browse.

🎙️ Hear @carmilevy.bsky.social explain more: pdst.fm/e/traffic.me...

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Global News @globalnews.ca · 1d

Hakeem Jeffries said he was grateful to authorities "for their swift and decisive action to apprehend a dangerous individual."

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Pardoned Capitol rioter arrested after alleged threat to kill Democratic leader - National | Globalnews.ca

New York police arrested Christopher Moynihan, 34, 'for making a terroristic threat, a class D felony,' against House of Representatives Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries.

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Global News @globalnews.ca · 1d

“Obviously tough news this morning for the workers in Ingersoll for GM,” said Industry Minister Melanie Joly, referring to GM’s announcement that it's ending production of the BrightDrop electric delivery van in Ingersoll, Ont.

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As General Motors cuts production in Ontario, Ottawa plans ‘response group’ | Globalnews.ca

General Motors says it is ending production of its BrightDrop electric delivery van in Ingersoll, Ont.

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Global News @globalnews.ca · 1d

“I can’t imagine why anybody would want their music used or associated with something created with the sole purpose of dividing us," Loggins said.

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Kenny Loggins demands Trump remove his song from AI ‘poop’ video - National | Globalnews.ca

U.S. President Donald Trump used the song in a now-infamous AI video posted to his Truth Social account in response to the 'No Kings' protests.

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Global News @globalnews.ca · 1d

The unofficial winner of Calgary’s mayoral race is Jeromy Farkas, according to the vote tally on Elections Calgary.

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Calgary elects new mayor in tight race: unofficial results | Globalnews.ca

The unofficial winner of Calgary's mayor race is Jeromy Farkas, who narrowly edged out another leading candidate and knocked out the city's incumbent in Monday night's election.

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Global News @globalnews.ca · 1d

Trump insists that presidents have desired such a ballroom for 150 years.

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White House East Wing demolition starts to make way for Trump ballroom - National | Globalnews.ca

Construction equipment tore into the East Wing façade and windows, while other building parts were left in tatters on the ground.

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Jordan Armstrong @jarmstrongbc.bsky.social · 3d

On tonight’s Global News Hour at 6: Big reaction to an explosive letter sent to #RichmondBC property owners — on land claimed by Cowichan Tribes.

(We’re still waiting to hear from the BC gov’t)

#bcpoli

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davidakin @davidakin.bsky.social · 4d

▶︎ Border run. ▶︎ Soudas v Poilievre. ▶︎ Rare Earths.
The 🇨🇦 #cdnpoli 📰 Roundup for SAT OCT 18
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David Akin's Roundup: Border run. Soudas v Poilievre. Rare Earths.

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Ravi Parmar @rparmarbc.bsky.social · 5d

Glad to see Ottawa stepping up for paper workers in Ontario.

Now it’s time to do the same for forestry workers in B.C.

Their paycheques matter just as much.

#ForestryBC #bcpoli #cdnpoli

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Ottawa says it can provide $12M loan to keep northern Ontario paper mill open | Globalnews.ca

The federal government is offering a one-time $12M loan to help keep Kapuskasing’s paper mill open while the company develops a long-term pivot strategy.

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Global News @globalnews.ca · 5d

“It’s either you coming out or we coming in. Open the door,” one person said in the video.

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Trio in creepy Halloween masks threatens to kill family on doorbell cam - National | Globalnews.ca

The masked suspects made threats toward the family inside their Virginia home, saying that they would kill them while trying to break into the house.

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Mark Carney @mark-carney.bsky.social · 5d

Canada’s new government is taking decisive action to combat crime and build safer communities.

Screenshot of a Global News article that reads: Bail reform targeting violent crime coming next week, Carney says

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Global News @globalnews.ca · 5d

"As I have said previously, I vigorously deny the accusations against me," Prince Andrew said, referring to the sexual abuse allegations levelled against him.

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Prince Andrew gives up royal titles, including Duke of York - National | Globalnews.ca

'I will therefore no longer use my title or the honours which have been conferred upon me,' Prince Andrew said in a statement released by Buckingham Palace.

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Global News @globalnews.ca · 5d

The plan also includes expanding benefits for CBSA officers and other frontline staff, including the option to retire after 25 years of service regardless of age, without pension reductions.

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Budget will include funds for hiring 1,000 new CBSA officers, Carney says - National | Globalnews.ca

The Liberal government split its border security bill this month, hoping to pass some measures quickly and give more time for scrutiny of more controversial ones.

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Global News @globalnews.ca · 5d

A park employee, speaking on condition of anonymity, said that there are "lots of squatters in the campgrounds."

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Squatters, base jumpers illegally invade Yosemite amid U.S. government shutdown - National | Globalnews.ca

Videos shared online shows people illegally base jumping from Yosemite National Park's El Capitan.

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Global News @globalnews.ca · 5d

The little boy's mother previously claimed she was attacked in a parking lot and Emmanuel was kidnapped.

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Emmanuel Haro’s father pleads guilty to murder of missing 7-month-old - National | Globalnews.ca

Rebecca Haro, Emmanuel's mother, is due in court on Nov. 3 for a preliminary hearing on charges of murder and filing a false police report.

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Adam MacVicar @adammacvicar.bsky.social · 5d

After an investigation at Calgary's event centre project site, the CBSA confirmed four workers "found to be without status" were identified. Local trade unions say trafficking of undocumented workers on job sites is “not a secret” in Alberta.

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4 undocumented workers identified at Calgary’s event centre site: CBSA | Globalnews.ca

After an investigation at Calgary's event centre project site on Wednesday, the Canada Border Services Agency confirmed four workers "found to be without status" were identified.