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A coalition of professional sports leagues and player unions has urged state gaming authorities to implement lifetime bans for individuals who harass or threaten athletes over sports betting outcomes, marking a significant escalation in athlete protection efforts amid growing concerns about gambling-related harassment.
The White House exaggerated a potential Sapporo Breweries production shift, falsely claiming a full move from Canada when only 0.5% of output was under consideration, highlighting growing trade tensions between the U.S. and Canada.
A diver was airlifted to hospital following a suspected white shark encounter near Percé, Quebec, marking an exceptionally rare incident in Canadian waters that has prompted seasonal diving suspensions and marine safety reviews.
A cyclist was hospitalized after a crash involving a police vehicle near King Street East and Parliament Street on Wednesday afternoon, with roads closed for investigation. The incident raises questions about cycling safety and police protocols in urban areas.
Top U.S. military officials announce plans to expand Space Force operations to cislunar space amid concerns over potential adversaries militarizing space, raising questions about international treaties and future conflict zones beyond Earth.
The United States has rejected Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas's visa application to attend next week's UN General Assembly, continuing a diplomatic standoff over Palestinian statehood recognition efforts.
Texas financier Siddharth Jawahar received an 11-year prison sentence for defrauding 64 investors, including Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, in a $35 million Ponzi scheme.
Surrey's mayor expresses concern after two violent offenders with histories of sexual and property crimes are placed in the city under electronic monitoring.
Bally's executives addressed construction concerns for their Chicago casino project while announcing major financing for their New York development, as the company navigates regulatory challenges and market changes in both cities.
Prime Minister Mark Carney wants private investors to operate Toronto, Montreal, Calgary and Vancouver airports while Ottawa retains ownership of land and assets, aiming to redirect funds to regional airports but facing political opposition over potential passenger cost increases.
A French court granted Kim Kardashian a nominal 1 euro in damages for the traumatic 2016 armed robbery, while awarding significant compensation to a hotel receptionist traumatized by the event. The ruling concludes legal proceedings that saw eight perpetrators convicted for the high-profile jewel heist during Paris Fashion Week.
The five major party leaders faced off in a televised debate marked by sharp exchanges on childcare, Quebec sovereignty and government spending during the two-hour TVA Face-à-Face event.
The House passed another war powers resolution to halt Trump's military actions in Iran with increased Republican dissent, but the measure faces likely veto as midterm elections approach and war costs reach $38 billion.