Canada

Historic Snowstorm Paralyzes Quinte Region as Province Announces Major Infrastructure Investments BELLEVILLE, January 27, 2026 – The Quinte region is digging out from a record-breaking snowstorm that dropped 37 centimetres of snow on Sunday, prompting multiple municipalities to declare significant weather events. Amid the cleanup, provincial officials announced millions in infrastructure funding for water projects […]

Neil Young’s Unyielding Journey: New Music, Touring, and Activism Define a Legacy TORONTO, January 27, 2026 – At 80 years old, Neil Young remains a formidable force in music and culture. The Canadian-born artist, a dual citizen since 2020, is navigating his seventh decade in the spotlight with the same principled, often combative, spirit that

Fatal Private Jet Crash at Bangor Airport Under Investigation OTTAWA, January 26, 2026 – A private business jet crashed during takeoff from Bangor International Airport in Maine, United States, on Sunday night, killing seven of the eight people on board and seriously injuring the remaining crew member. The crash occurred during a severe winter storm

Canada’s Curling Contingent Finalized for Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games OTTAWA, January 25, 2026 – Canada’s curling teams for the upcoming Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games have been decided, with the nation set to compete in all three disciplines. Team Rachel Homan and Team Brad Jacobs emerged victorious from the high-pressure 2025 Canadian

Ice Storms & Infrastructure: A Canadian Analysis January 24, 2026 – Ice storms are among the most destructive and costly weather events in Canada, posing a severe threat to the nation’s power grid and transportation networks. This analysis examines the recurring impact of major ice storms on Canadian infrastructure, the science behind their formation, and

Winter Storms Continue to Disrupt North America, Testing Resilience from Coast to Coast OTTAWA, January 24, 2026 – A succession of powerful winter systems has swept across North America in recent weeks, disrupting travel, causing widespread power outages, and reminding residents of the continent’s vulnerability to severe winter weather. From historic blizzards in the southern

Simon Jolin-Barrette: The CAQ Minister Shaping Quebec’s Constitutional Future QUEBEC CITY, January 23, 2026 – As Quebec’s Minister of Justice, Minister Responsible for Canadian Relations, and Government House Leader, Simon Jolin-Barrette stands as one of the most influential figures in Premier François Legault’s government. The architect of landmark laws on secularism and the French language,

Abhishek Sharma’s Blazing 84 Fires India to Series Lead Against New Zealand TORONTO, January 23, 2026 – Indian cricket’s newest superstar, Abhishek Sharma, unleashed a breathtaking display of power-hitting, scoring 84 runs from just 35 deliveries to lead India to a commanding 48-run victory over New Zealand in the first T20 International in Nagpur. The

Quartz Reigns, Natural Stone Surges: Canada’s 2026 Countertop and Stone Industry Outlook TORONTO, January 23, 2026 – Canadian homeowners and builders are driving a dynamic shift in the stone and countertop market, blending a demand for durable, low-maintenance surfaces with a renewed passion for unique, natural materials. Engineered quartz continues to dominate national preferences, but

Deadly Landslides Strike New Zealand’s North Island Amid Extreme Weather TORONTO, January 22, 2026 – Emergency crews are conducting rescue operations in New Zealand’s Bay of Plenty region after multiple landslides triggered by extreme rainfall killed at least two people and left several others missing. The incidents come as New Zealand grapples with what officials