Some Canadians will get GST credit top up to tackle grocery costs: Carney

Trump says U.S. used ‘secret weapon’ on Madura raid in Venezuela

 

In Minneapolis, a protester is fatally shot by a Homeland Security agent.

3 in 10 Albertans would vote for independence — but only half committed to separating: poll

 

Concerning China's trade ties, Trump threatens Canada with 100 percent tariffs.

 

U.S.  President Donald Trump issued a warning to Canada over its growing trade ties with China, threatening 100% tariffs on Canadian exports to the United States.

Following Trump's NATO remarks, a minister declares, "No standing back" in Afghanistan.

 

Rower rescued after boat capsized in middle of Atlantic due to "rogue waves."

 

According to public sector unions, nearly 10,000 employees received layoff notices this week.

 

As the regime's crackdown continues, Trump claims that an American "armada" is approaching Iran.

 Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has blamed President Donald Trump for weeks of protests after rights groups said a violent crackdown by security forces had claimed thousands of lives.  The economic hardship-related protests began on December 28 and grew into widespread demonstrations calling for the Islamic Republic's clerical rule to end.

According to reports from U.S. media, Ryan Wedding was detained, turning Olympian into an alleged drug lord.

 

A woman testifies that Barron Trump "helped save" her life in a U.K. assault trial.

 

Barron Trump watches as his father, U.S. President Donald Trump, attends an indoor Presidential Inauguration parade event at Capital One Arena, Jan. 20, 2025, in Washington.

Carney says Canada’s values ‘must be fought for’ amid ‘democratic decline’

 

In a speech he gave to Canadians on Thursday in Quebec City, Prime Minister Mark Carney criticized remarks made by the United States. Earlier this week, President Donald Trump made the comment at the World Economic Forum that "Canada lives because of the United States." "Canada doesn't live because of the United States," Carney stated. We are Canadians, which is why Canada thrives.

Trump withdraws Carney’s invitation to ‘Board of Peace’

 

U.S.  Prime Minister Mark Carney has been invited to join President Donald Trump's new Board of Peace, but Trump has said he will not. Trump described Carney's invitation as "the most prestigious Board of Leaders ever assembled, at any time" in a post on Truth Social. He did not provide any specifics regarding the reason he was withdrawing Carney's invitation.

U.S. immigration crackdown fuels interest in Canada as asylum numbers rise

 

Danish Prime Minister: "We cannot negotiate on our sovereignty" regarding Greenland deal

 

Trump says that the United States makes Canada "live": "Remember that, Mark."

 

Trump says that the United States makes Canada "live": "Remember that, Mark."

সিলেটে বিএনপির প্রথম নির্বাচনী জনসভা দিল্লি নয়, পিন্ডি নয়, সবার আগে বাংলাদেশ : তারেক রহমান

 

সিলেট সরকারি আলিয়া মাদ্রাসা মাঠে জনসভায় বক্তব্য দেন বিএনপির চেয়ারম্যান তারেক রহমান।  আজ বৃহস্পতিবার দুপুরে

Trump announces Greenland ‘framework’ with NATO for ‘a future deal’

 

U.S.  At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, on Wednesday, President Donald Trump pressed Denmark, whom he referred to as "ungrateful," once more for "immediate negotiations" regarding his proposed acquisition of Greenland.

U.S.  On Wednesday, President Donald Trump made the announcement that he and NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte had agreed on a "framework" for "a future deal with respect to Greenland" and "the entire Arctic region." Trump announced on his Truth Social platform that as part of the deal framework, he would no longer threaten to impose tariffs on European nations for their support of the Danish territory next month. Trump wrote, "We have formed the framework of a future deal with respect to Greenland and, in fact, the entire Arctic Region. Based upon a very productive meeting that I have had with the Secretary General of NATO, Mark Rutte." “This solution, if consummated, will be a great one for the United States of America, and all NATO Nations,” he added.

“Based upon this understanding, I will not be imposing the tariffs that were scheduled to go into effect on Feb.  1.”

 Trump’s post continued: “Additional discussions are being held concerning The Golden Dome as it pertains to Greenland.  As the conversation progresses, additional details will be made available. Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, and various others, as needed, will be responsible for the negotiations — they will report directly to me.”

 Trump’s announcement came hours after he addressed the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, and reiterated his desire to acquire Greenland, though he said he would not do so by force.

 “That’s our territory,” he told the crowd.

This week, Prime Minister Mark Carney and a number of European leaders attended the annual forum and pledged support for Greenland's sovereignty and Denmark's, a NATO ally.

It was not immediately clear whether the "solution" that Trump proposed would affect the sovereignty of Greenland or the U.S. military presence there. Greenland is already under NATO protection, and the U.S. currently has the ability to expand its military bases as much as it wants to under a 1951 treaty with Denmark and more recent security agreements between the two countries.

After leaving the meeting with Rutte, Trump told reporters, "It's a deal that everybody's very happy with." It's a long-term arrangement. The ultimate long-term agreement is here. Everyone benefits greatly from it, particularly with regard to minerals and security.

He added: “It’s a deal that’s forever.”

 The White House did not provide any additional information or respond to questions about how the deal might affect Canada. In a statement to Global News, NATO spokesperson Allison Hart said that the meeting between Trump and Rutte was “productive” and focused on Arctic security, but she did not mention the possibility of the United States taking over Greenland as part of a future deal. “Discussions among NATO allies on the framework the president referenced will focus on ensuring Arctic security through the collective efforts of allies, especially the seven Arctic allies,” Hart said.

 “Negotiations between Denmark, Greenland, and the United States will go forward aimed at ensuring that Russia and China never gain a foothold — economically or militarily — in Greenland.”

Denmark’s foreign minister said the issue should be handled through private diplomacy rather than on social media.

 Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen stated to public broadcaster DR, "What is crucial for us is that we get to end this with respect for the integrity and sovereignty of the kingdom (of Denmark) and the right of the Greenlandic people to self-determination." Rasmussen said he had spoken with Rutte but declined to provide details on what had been agreed.

 A request for clarification was not received from the government of Greenland. The head of NATO wants to keep the alliance united. Trump used his speech earlier Wednesday to insist that only the U.S. can protect Greenland from Russia and China and that Denmark, which he called “ungrateful,” and the rest of Europe’s defence capabilities were inadequate.

Rutte has spent his week in Davos stressing the need for NATO solidarity in the face of tensions over Greenland.

 According to a readout from the Prime Minister's Office, he and Carney agreed in a meeting earlier on Wednesday that the alliance was facing a "test" that requires ensuring Arctic security. Speaking to reporters before his private meeting with Trump, Rutte said NATO would stand with the U.S. if attacked after Trump used his speech to question whether it would come to America’s aid.

 Rutte told Trump, "You can be assured, absolutely," and he added, "Your allies will be with you."

Trump’s push to acquire Greenland has rattled Europe and the NATO alliance, as well as global stock markets, which rebounded Wednesday after the U.S. president ruled out military action.

Greenlandic Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen on Tuesday warned the territory should prepare for the unlikely event of a U.S. invasion, while people in Greenland and Denmark have protested against Trump’s demands.

 Trump further escalated tensions over the weekend by threatening tariffs on eight European countries that recently sent NATO troops to Greenland for Arctic security training missions.

 French President Emmanuel Macron raised the possibility of the European Union using its so-called "trade bazooka," or anti-coercion instrument, against the U.S. economy while European leaders pledged to retaliate if the tariffs were implemented. On Wednesday, leaders of those nations expressed relief at Trump's decision to rescind his threat of tariffs. “Good that Trump has now backed away from tariffs on those of us who have supported Denmark and Greenland,” Swedish Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard said on X.

 The demands to move borders have been criticized appropriately. That is also why we have repeated that we will not be blackmailed.  It would appear that our cooperation with allies has had an effect. Nevertheless, despite Trump's withdrawal from the tariffs, a spokesperson for the council of the European Union stated that leaders will proceed with an emergency summit on Thursday. Lars Klingbeil, the Finance Minister of Germany, cautioned against being overly optimistic about the potential deal before its specifics were known.

Klingbeil stated to Germany's ZDF television, "It's good that they are engaged in dialog, but we have to wait a bit and not get our hopes up too soon." —With Reuters data files

Talks continue between Canada Post and the workers' union, with no strike notice issued yet.

 

Canada Post announced Sunday that discussions with the union representing postal workers are ongoing, and neither side has issued notice of a work stoppage. In a brief statement, the Crown corporation confirmed that both parties have agreed not to provide the mandatory 72-hour strike or lockout notice as long as negotiations remain productive. Operations continue as usual.

The Canadian Union of Postal Workers was legally eligible to strike as of Sunday, following the end of a cooling-off period on Saturday, but has not yet issued a strike notice. On Friday, the union stated that notice could still be given "at any time" if talks collapse.

Last week, Canada Post put forward its latest contract offer, proposing annual wage increases totaling 11.5% over four years. The offer also safeguards defined benefit pensions for current employees, along with job security and health benefits. The corporation stated that the proposal aims to “ensure current employees don’t lose ground.”

However, on Wednesday, the union responded that the offer “is far from what we are demanding and deserve.” Earlier in the week, the union had announced that its members voted overwhelmingly in favor of a strike mandate if negotiations fail, with preliminary results showing 95.8% of urban workers and 95.5% of rural workers supporting the action.

Canada Post, in a statement on Sunday, expressed concern that it is “rapidly falling behind in today’s highly competitive, customer-focused parcel delivery market.” The corporation reported a loss of $490 million for the first half of 2024, adding to its cumulative losses of $3 billion since 2018. To address these challenges, Canada Post aims to negotiate “a more flexible and affordable delivery model” that includes seven-day parcel delivery.

Federal Labour Minister Steven MacKinnon met with both the union and Canada Post management last Thursday to urge progress toward a negotiated agreement.

Dodgers beat out Blue Jays, sign coveted free agent Ohtani

 

Shohei Ohtani has opted to stay in southern California, and the Toronto Blue Jays have missed out on landing a generational talent.

The unrestricted free agent announced on his Instagram account on Saturday that he has signed a contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

The unique two-way superstar had played the previous six seasons with the crosstown rival Angels and was the unanimous choice as American League MVP last season.

According to his agent Nez Balelo, Ohtani’s deal with the Dodgers is worth US$700 million over 10 years.

Ohtani hit 44 homers and drove in 95 runs over 135 games. Meanwhile, on the mound, he went 10-5 with a 3.14 earned-run average over 23 starts.

The Dodgers were the early favourites to land Ohtani, but some analysts had Toronto emerging as a strong contender after the Japanese star reportedly visited the Blue Jays’ spring training facility in Dunedin, Fla.

Ohtani will be unavailable to pitch next season as he recovers from elbow surgery, but his left-handed bat will augment an already strong Dodgers team that won 100 games last season before being upset by Arizona in a National League Division Series.

He spent the first six years of his Major League Baseball career with the Los Angeles Angels but has yet to make the playoffs.

He underwent elbow surgery last August that will prevent him from pitching until 2025 but he’s expected to be ready to play as a designated hitter this spring.