World’s largest pencil maker accuses Costa Rica of misusing old factory as detention center | Costa Rica
The world’s largest pencil maker has accused the Costa Rican government of misusing an old factory that the German manufacturer donated for humanitarian purposes – by detaining asylum seekers there…
Jimmy Lai sentenced to 20 years by Hong Kong court in landmark case
Defense lawyers had urged leniency, citing Lai’s advanced age and deteriorating health. The self-made tycoon has spent five years in detention, mostly in solitary confinement, since his arrest in 2020,…
PWHL changed rivalry, but didn’t end it – National
They sit across from or next to each other in dressing rooms now. They pass the puck to each other in high-stakes hockey games. Several Canadian and U.S. women representing…
‘Disturbing’: Australian government demands review of Roblox’s PG rating after reports of child grooming | Australia news
Reports of child grooming and vile content on popular game service Roblox has “alarmed” the communications minister, Anika Wells, who has demanded the platform explain how it is addressing sexual…
Caroline Elliott on why B.C. Conservatives must embrace cultural politics
There’s been a fascinating shift in the political landscape in British Columbia, and the BC Conservative Party leadership race comes at a pivotal moment. The campaign of Caroline Elliot has…
Halfpipe coach Trennon Paynter loves adventure – National
A visit to his Instagram and you will see Trennon Paynter jumping off a mountain on a hang-glider, taking a corner on a motorcycle, foil-boarding, catching a wave, carving through…
Keir Starmer’s director of communications Tim Allan steps down | Labour
Tim Allan, Keir Starmer’s director of communications, has stepped down after just five months in the job, his resignation coming a day after the prime minister’s chief of staff, Morgan…
Breakdown of ISIS detention centres in Syria poses threat to Canada
This new development raises immediate security concerns as it creates the prospect of renewed ISIS networking, recruitment and operational planning, as well as increased attempts at cross-border movement. The system’s…
Canadian mixed doubles team goes out with a win – National
By Gregory Strong The Canadian Press Posted February 9, 2026 5:49 am 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size CORTINA D’AMPEZZO – Canada’s mixed doubles curling…
Pro-Palestine group loses legal challenge against sweeping NSW police powers for Isaac Herzog’s visit | New South Wales politics
The Palestine Action Group has lost its legal challenge against sweeping powers handed to police by the Minns government for the duration of Israeli president Isaac Herzog’s visit. This means…













