‘If you don’t think Covid is real, you’re an idiot,’ says Canadian politician
byA Canadian politician has delivered a blunt holiday message to residents: ‘‘If you don’t think Covid is real right now, you’re an idiot.” Brian…
Japanese space officials eager to analyze asteroid samples
byTOKYO — Japanese space officials said they are excited about the return of a capsule that landed safely in the Australian Outback on Sunday…
UFC Vegas 16 in Tweets: Pros react to Marvin Vettori’s huge win over Jack Hermansson
byUFC Vegas 16 got off to an uncertain start after several opponent changes and last-minute fight cancellations. However, the remaining fights on Saturday night…
Former federal cabinet minister leaves Ontario role over proposed environment laws
byTORONTO — A former Conservative federal cabinet minister and Toronto mayor has stepped down as head of Ontario’s Greenbelt Council in protest over proposed…
Gyms reopening at Ottawa’s public schools for physical education classes during COVID-19 pandemic
byWith the weather turning colder, some Ottawa public schools are moving physical education classes back indoors. The Ottawa Carleton District School Board is allowing…
Peel police conclude investigation on damage to religious property in Brampton
byAn investigation has concluded after a man allegedly damaged a Gutka Sahib — a Sikh religious book — at a Brampton Gurdwara, Peel police say….
Coronavirus cases in Quebec skyrocket, as province announces 2,031 new along with 48 deaths
byMONTREAL — Quebec set a devastating high bar Saturday in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic when officials reported 2,031 new cases in the…
Covid-19 is raging through overcrowded California prisons
byThat means California’s total number of inmate infections is now up to more than 22,300, including 90 deaths. That translates to about 227 Covid-19…
City of Vancouver takes over ownership of derelict Balmoral and Regent hotels in Downtown Eastside
byThe City of Vancouver says it has reached a settlement with the owners of the Balmoral and Regent hotels to expropriate the derelict properties on the…
Inside look at New York Rangers
byNHL.com is providing in-depth roster, prospect and fantasy analysis for each of its 31 teams from Nov. 16-Dec. 16. Today, the New York Rangers….