HEARST — Canada's public safety minister is one of several officials offering condolences after an Ontario Provincial Police constable was killed in the line of duty in northern Ontario.
Gary Anandasangaree says on social media he was deeply saddened to hear of Const. Tarun Bali's death in the town... Read more
MOGADISHU, Somalia (AP) — A World Cup referee from Somalia who was denied entry to the United States was received by a crowd of supporters and officials Wednesday as he arrived in Somalia’s... Read more
HONG KONG (AP) — Hong Kong authorities on Wednesday charged seven people and two companies with offenses including manslaughter and conspiracy over the city's deadliest fire in decades last... Read more
JOHANNESBURG (AP) — Multiple attackers killed 12 people and wounded at least nine others in a late-night mass shooting in the South African city of Johannesburg, police said Wednesday.
Police believe more than 10 suspects were dropped off in a minibus in an informal settlement in the... Read more
Chrystia Freeland is returning to her writing roots with a new book named after a quip she made about the United States on an American talk show.
"Unreliable Boyfriend: An Insider's View of Dealing with a Chaotic Superpower, Plutocrats, and Other Complicated People" will be published in October.... Read more
Dave Leaderhouse Special to the Herald “Tonight we are gathered as a community for a meaningful person!” Those were the words an emotional Felix Casavant chose to use as part of his opening address to a small crowd gathered in Kinsmen Park on Monday evening when the two ball diamonds in that area... Read more
HEARST — An Ontario Provincial Police constable was killed in the line of duty Tuesday afternoon in northern Ontario, the force said.
Officers were conducting an investigation near the town of Hearst around 12:30 p.m. and Const. Tarun Bali was seriously injured, provincial police said. Bali has... Read more
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo, a Republican, will face Democratic Attorney General Aaron Ford in a battle to hold onto his seat in November, setting up what's considered one of the most competitive governor's races in the country.
Both won their party's nominations as... Read more
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The United States launched airstrikes early Wednesday against Iran after blaming Tehran for the crash of an American attack helicopter, prompting new attacks from Iran and further widening the retaliatory strikes that threaten to derail talks to end to the war... Read more
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Hurricanes captain Jordan Staal chose the simple approach to Game 4 of the Stanley Cup final with Carolina trailing in the best-of-seven series.
But, the 20-year veteran’s game-winning goal Tuesday night was anything... Read more
CARTAGO — Janine Sonis scored three goals, including one on a penalty in the 54th minute, and Canada women's soccer team defeated host Costa Rica 6-0 in an international friendly in Cartago on Tuesday.
Forward Evelyne Viens gave Canada a 1-0 lead in the eighth minute, while Jordyn Huitema (84th... Read more
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Jordan Staal scored his second goal of the game while stretched out on his stomach at 6:32 of the third period to put the Carolina Hurricanes ahead for good in their 5-3 victory on Tuesday night over the Vegas Golden Knights and even the... Read more
KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — Afghanistan said Wednesday that Pakistan launched new airstrikes targeting the country, killing at least 13 people and wounding 14 others.
Taliban chief spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid announced the airstrikes, which he said targeted the Afghan provinces of... Read more
DENVER (AP) — Colorado Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog was presented with not one, but two awards on Tuesday, earning the Mark Messier Leadership honour and the... Read more
TORONTO — Brandon Valenzuela hit a walk-off RBI single in the ninth inning as the Toronto Blue Jays rallied to beat the Philadelphia Phillies 3-2 on Tuesday.
Bryson Stott hit a tiebreaking RBI double in the top of the inning to give the visitors a 2-1 lead.
But the Blue Jays had other plans, as... Read more
The building known as Killarney Kastle has been sold, and its new owners are planning extensive work to restore one of Prince Albert’s most recognizable heritage properties. Duane Braaten, a real estate broker with Advantage Real Estate Services, said the sale of the property at 585 19th... Read more
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — Graham Platner won the Maine Democratic primary for U.S. Senate on Tuesday, setting up a high-stakes race against Republican Sen. Susan Collins.
Platner, an oyster farmer and former chair of the planning board... Read more
Mexico City-born, Saskatoon-based artist Gabriela García-Luna says her exhibition at the John V. Hicks Gallery is rooted in questions about land, memory, home and the places people carry with them. García-Luna’s exhibition, “land home land”, is on display at the John V. Hicks Gallery in the... Read more
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) — Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette and state Attorney General Alan Wilson advanced to a June runoff for the Republican nomination for South Carolina governor, while U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham won his own GOP primary outright Tuesday in his pursuit of a fifth term in November... Read more
Carlton Comprehensive High School alumnus Katie Tolley has received another significant scholarship to assist with her research. Tolley was one of the recipients of a Tri-Agency Scholarship. She received The Canada Graduate Scholarships—Doctoral program. Which recognizes and supports the next... Read more
The sixth Annual Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides had some new contributors and more dogs on hand on Sunday. The walk marked the 41st Anniversary of the national event and raised $2,340 which was a slight decrease over 2025. The annual walk raises funds to help Lions Foundation of Canada continue to... Read more
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Republican Steve Hilton has advanced to the general election for California governor after making the case that the state desperately needs new... Read more
VANCOUVER — British Columbia Premier David Eby says a World Cup referee from Somalia who was denied entry to the United States should be allowed to officiate a match in Vancouver instead.
Eby says on social media platform X that Omar Artan "would be welcomed and celebrated in British Columbia for... Read more
VANCOUVER — British Columbia Premier David Eby says a World Cup referee from Somalia who was denied entry to the United States should be allowed to officiate a match in Vancouver instead.
Eby says on social media platform X that Omar Artan "would be welcomed and celebrated in British Columbia for... Read more
Sacramento City Councilwoman Mai Vang has advanced to November’s general election for a California congressional seat, setting up a Democrat-on-Democrat clash against longtime incumbent Rep. Doris Matsui.
The 81-year-old congresswoman has held the Sacramento-based seat since the death... Read more
In the boreal forest northeast of Big River, banjos, fiddles and dancing shoes are set to take centre stage as the Northern Lights Bluegrass and Old Time Music Camp and Festival celebrates its 20th year this August.
What began as a worry that acoustic traditions were fading in Saskatchewan has... Read more
Gateway Mall is heading to public auction with a starting bid of $990,000, a price far below its previous listing price of $5.8 million.
According to an offering memorandum... Read more
TORONTO — Nikola Vasilj knows all about Alphonso Davies.
The Bosnia-Herzegovina goalkeeper plied his trade in Germany's top division over the last two seasons.
Davies, meanwhile, continued to star for Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich as the club secured back-to-back league titles.
Canada's... Read more
Content warning: This article discusses domestic violence, homicide and court evidence that may be distressing to some readers. Coarse language is also included in this story.
The screams of a woman begging for her life echoed through the room at Cody Chubey’s... Read more
The Saskatchewan government said it is expanding policing capacity and recruitment efforts as it responds to criticism from the Opposition NDP about how new officers are being added through the Saskatchewan Marshals Service (SMS).
In a statement issued on behalf of Community Safety Minister Michael... Read more
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — A federal judge on Tuesday permanently blocked Alabama from executing an inmate with nitrogen gas after declaring the method violates the ban on cruel and unusual... Read more
OTTAWA — The co-founder of Ottawa's independent net-zero advisory body says she has been "disappointed" by Prime Minister Mark Carney's commitment to climate action to date.
Catherine Abreu is speaking today along with fellow co-founder Simon Donner before a parliamentary committee on the... Read more
A group of livestock organizations is working together to examine the benefits and drawbacks of beef cattle traceability.
The Canadian Cattle Association, National Cattle Feeders’ Association and Canadian Beef Breeds Council say the Traceability Task Force was created to support disease and... Read more
The 2026 Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) draft took place Tuesday afternoon and ended with a few players from Prince Albert earning a shot to play in the Junior A league.
The draft held two rounds of picks for players born in 2011, and another six rounds for players born in 2010.
Out of... Read more
WASHINGTON (AP) — A bill to provide nearly $70 billion for immigration enforcement narrowly passed the House on Tuesday and now goes to President Donald Trump for his... Read more
KAMLOOPS — A man accused of murdering his ex-wife in 2024 denies he killed her but says they were in his car together when he saw her pull his knife away from her own abdomen.
Vitali Stefanski told the jury in his B.C. Supreme Court trial that Tatjana Stefanski was in his car when he noticed she... Read more
OTTAWA — A new cross-border bridge between Windsor, Ont., and Detroit is set to open this week.
Prime Minister Mark Carney said the Gordie Howe Bridge is a symbol of co-operation between Canada and the United States.
"I just want to salute those who constructed it on both sides and looking forward... Read more
OTTAWA — A new cross-border bridge between Windsor, Ont., and Detroit is set to open this week.
Prime Minister Mark Carney said the Gordie Howe Bridge is a symbol of co-operation between Canada and the United States.
"I just want to salute those who constructed it on both sides and looking forward... Read more
OTTAWA — The federal government is extending an amnesty for owners of banned firearms while a legal battle plays out at the Supreme Court of Canada.
Over the last six years, Ottawa has outlawed about 2,500 types of firearms, including the AR-15 and Ruger Mini-14, on the basis they belong only on... Read more
A former Air Canada pilot is facing charges after allegedly captaining more than 900 flights without the proper licence, which police likened to a family doctor performing brain surgery.
The Barrie, Ont., man isn't the first pilot accused of operating aircraft without the necessary credentials.... Read more