Sharp rise in COVID-19 deaths, cases in China
Across mainland China, there were 15152 new confirmed infections of the novel coronavirus on Wednesday. The record jump reflects a “broader definition” of a … source
Mourners pack Tehran's streets as U.S., Iran exchange new threats
Iran’s supreme leader prayed over the remains of Gen. Qassem Soleimani, killed in a U.S. attack that’s drastically raised tensions between Tehran and … source
Testing company alleged to have faked trucker drug tests
A Winnipeg company is being accused of fabricating drug and alcohol test results for Canadian truck drivers who travel to the U.S. Precision Health Ltd. was … source
Question period: USMCA trade deal, Trans Mountain pipeline, Terri-Lynne McClintic – Oct. 3, 2018
Follow along as opposition parties question the Trudeau government in the House of Commons. This week the government has faced debate on the newly … source
Exporting dystopia: China’s social credit system | The Weekly
China’s social credit system gives the state the power to monitor every move, of every citizen. The system links footage from 200 million closed circuit TV … source
Does the USMCA threaten a Canada-China deal? | Power & Politics
How Clause 32 of the USMCA may prevent Canada from securing a trade deal with China. Read more: https://www.cbc.ca/1.4845494 »»» Subscribe to CBC … source
Quebec teachers worried about CAQ religious-symbol ban
Quebec teachers are worried about their job security in the face of a pledge by the newly elected Coalition Avenir Québec to introduce a law prohibiting civil … source
Ottawa restarting Trans Mountain pipeline consultations
Natural Resources Minister Amarjeet Sohi announces the federal government’s next step towards construction of the Trans Mountain expansion project. To read … source
U.K. conference tackles wildlife poaching
The fate of endangered species is the focus of a conference today in London, where participants will discuss ways to stop the illicit trade in wildlife and poaching. source
Doug Ford’s 1st 100 days | Power & Panel
This weekend marks 100 days of Premier Doug Ford in Ontario. The Power Panel talks about what’s he’s done so far and the challenges that lie ahead. source