
When the Traffic Stops: Circle Drive Closed After Saskatoon Battery Store Fire
A fire at a battery store in Saskatoon forced the closure of four blocks of Circle Drive as firefighters worked to contain the blaze.

A fire at a battery store in Saskatoon forced the closure of four blocks of Circle Drive as firefighters worked to contain the blaze.

Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever has urged the European Union to obtain a mandate to negotiate directly with Russia, warning that Europe risks being sidelined in future discussions on Ukraine's peace, particularly amid U.S. influence.

Police arrested a suspect after a man was stabbed in the chest on Saturday morning and taken to hospital for treatment.

A Toronto-area custodian faces 85 voyeurism charges after police discovered a hidden camera at a workplace in Whitby during an ongoing investigation.

As North Korea prepares for the start of its school semester on April 1, smuggling activities have intensified, particularly along the Chinese border. Local smugglers are importing clothing, footwear, and school supplies to meet the increased demand among families for new items as students prepare for the new academic year.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw the test-launch of multiple rocket launcher systems during a military drill, according to state media.

Vietnam has recently conducted parliamentary elections, where an overwhelming 93% of the candidates were members of the Communist Party. This election reflects the party's continued dominance over Vietnam's political landscape, emphasizing its singular role in governing and shaping policy within the nation.

Five people were arrested in Cuba after a protest outside a local Communist Party office, highlighting tensions surrounding public demonstrations on the island.

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards have pledged to seek retribution against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, labeling him a "child killer" following the recent escalation in hostilities. This declaration comes in the wake of significant military engagements, as tensions rise between Iran and its adversaries, particularly amid the backdrop of a decidedly chaotic regional landscape.

Victoria plans new laws allowing authorities to shut down retailers selling illegal tobacco as part of a crackdown on the state’s growing illicit cigarette trade.

Media executive Antony Catalano has cited significant mental health challenges during court proceedings related to an assault charge.

Authorities are investigating reports of hooning before a fatal highway crash, with witnesses describing high-speed and dangerous driving moments before the collision.

As the Middle East conflict enters day 15, Trump urges allied nations to send warships to secure the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil route now shadowed by escalating tensions.

Five people were taken to hospital after a multi-vehicle accident on Singapore’s Seletar Expressway, prompting emergency response and temporary traffic disruption.

Seventeen students and two staff members at a MapleBear preschool in Singapore’s Eunos area developed gastroenteritis symptoms, prompting health authorities to investigate.

A major fire erupted at the UAE’s Fujairah oil port, sending smoke over the harbor a day after a reported U.S. strike on an Iranian oil depot.

A mild 3.2-magnitude earthquake was detected in Johor, Malaysia. Authorities reported no damage as monitoring agencies continue tracking regional seismic activity.

Russian missile and drone attacks across Ukraine killed at least six people overnight, as the ongoing war continues to bring aerial strikes to cities and towns.

Handguns and cocaine were discovered in unaccompanied luggage at Auckland Airport during an investigation into alleged corruption involving Air New Zealand baggage handlers.

A surge of motorists seeking cheaper petrol emptied supplies at several Gull stations in New Zealand as fuel prices climbed toward the $3-a-litre mark.

Scammers are targeting Australians with fake social media ads for free tai chi classes, tricking victims into downloading malware that can steal money and personal data.

Two people died in separate crashes near Hastings and Mangaweka on New Zealand’s North Island, prompting road closures and ongoing police investigations.

An assault in Arrowtown has drawn attention to alcohol-related violence in resort communities, prompting police investigation and renewed calls for responsible drinking.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un observed tests of multiple rocket launch systems alongside his daughter, according to state media, highlighting ongoing military demonstrations in the region.