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Chelsea Rooney, a defendant in Steven Galloway's defamation case, apologized days before trial for communicating unproven sexual assault allegations against the former UBC professor.

Chelsea Rooney, a defendant in Steven Galloway's defamation case, apologized days before trial for communicating unproven sexual assault allegations against the former UBC professor.

Alberta's separation debate has exposed deep community divisions ahead of the October 19 referendum, with Calgary council affirming unity while pro-separation rallies continue.

Pacific Link has been designated a project of national interest, but former Enbridge CEO Al Monaco warns there is "a lot of road yet to travel," citing lessons from the failed Northern Gateway pipeline.

BC Conservative leader Lorne Doerkson announced a wildfire plan from the site of the Bald Range fire, promising $400 million for water bombers and $100 million for prevention technology.

U.S.-Russia talks on ending the Ukraine war have expanded to include a multibillion-dollar deal involving Lukoil's international assets, with connections to negotiators Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.

A dual UK-Iranian national is the sixth person arrested and bailed in an investigation into a suspected plot near RAF Fairford, a US-run base used for strikes on Iran.

A CNT/MDA poll shows Lula's lead over Flávio Bolsonaro has narrowed to 43.1% vs 38% ahead of Brazil's first-round vote, with a runoff looking tighter.

Former Florida deputy Eddie Duran was acquitted of manslaughter in the 2024 killing of Air Force Senior Airman Roger Fortson, who was shot at his apartment door while holding a legally owned handgun.

Senior Trump administration officials met secretly at Camp David to discuss next steps in the Iran war and Saudi-Houthi conflict, chaired by Vice President JD Vance.

Taiwan fears U.S. policy toward China could weaken defenses, as Trump stalls an arms package and treats support as leverage.

The UAE has reportedly threatened to withdraw major UK investments after Manchester City was found guilty of alleged financial-rule breaches.

Zelensky warns Ukraine will answer Russian strikes on bridges, communications, and civilian infrastructure with proportional attacks against Russian targets too.

Brazil’s election tests Latin America’s rightward shift as Lula faces Bolsonaro’s son in a deeply polarized nationwide presidential contest.

Germany pledges €1.3 billion to Ukraine as Merz announces military aid, energy repairs, and new European coordination during Kyiv visit.

Brazil’s presidential election is shaped by Donald Trump’s influence, rising crime, corruption concerns, and a contest between rival political camps.

Latvia’s prime minister is set to retain power after his centrist party won decisively, strengthening the country’s pro-Ukraine stance.

Imran Khan’s supporters begin a days-long march toward Islamabad, demanding his release as Pakistan’s government blocks roads and deploys security.

Germany announces $1.46 billion for Ukraine, including interceptor drones, long-range weapons, and energy assistance during Merz’s Kyiv visit on Sunday.

Japan protests to Washington after a U.S. Marine is arrested over an alleged Okinawa robbery-murder, intensifying tensions around American bases.

France says up to 500 high schools will close fully or partly Monday as nationwide student protests prompt safety concerns.

Britain’s Green Party voted to define Zionism as racism, prompting condemnation from Jewish groups, Labour politicians, and Israel’s government officials.

Student protests in France spread nationwide, with officials reporting over 5,000 arrests and 600 police officers injured during the unrest.

Egypt charges a journalist with terrorism offenses after security forces detained the entire Matsadaash newsroom, sparking condemnation over press freedom.

Ukraine says deep strikes have disabled 51% of Russia’s oil-refining capacity, dealing a major blow to Moscow’s war economy today.