Lebanon marks 20th anniversary of Rafik Hariri's assassination amid political shifts

At a rally in Vaughan, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre aims to secure Anna Roberts' seat in King—Vaughan and gain ground in the Liberal-held Vaughan—Woodbridge as the federal election approaches on April 28. Despite his efforts, polls indicate that the Liberals, led by Mark Carney, are favored in Ontario, prompting NDP leader Jagmeet Singh to urge voters to prevent a Liberal "super majority." Local NDP candidate Ali Bahman reports significant support for the Liberals, with voters...

Ashley Tran, 30, and Phuoc Nguyen, 33, traveled to the Vatican for their wedding, only to find themselves amidst the mourning of Pope Francis, who passed away shortly before their arrival. They chose to honor the late pope by delaying their wedding plans to pay their respects, reflecting on his impact on their faith, especially during challenging times in their lives. Despite initial concerns about their wedding plans, they embraced the belief that everything happens...

Last week, President Trump expressed a desire to remove Federal Reserve Chair Jay Powell, a sentiment confirmed by National Economic Council director Kevin Hassett, which alarmed constitutional scholars and investors. However, Trump later stated he had "no intention" of firing Powell, likely influenced by financial market chaos following his remarks, which caused declines in the S&P 500 and dollar. Additionally, Trump's administration signaled a retreat from its aggressive trade stance with China, suggesting a possible...

SummaryAustralian cyclist Michael Storer is leading the Tour of the Alps, maintaining a 41-second advantage after a challenging third stage. Storer had previously secured a significant lead by winning the second stage and is aiming for his biggest career victory, with Jai Hindley closely trailing in fourth place. As the tour progresses, Storer expresses confidence in his performance, attributing his success to improved strength and support from his team, while Hindley and other competitors remain...

Ryan Mindell, the executive director of the Texas Lottery Commission, resigned amid ongoing investigations into the lottery's integrity, particularly concerning the role of courier companies that buy and send tickets for customers. These couriers, which have been criticized for being unregulated, may face legal restrictions as lawmakers consider changes to the lottery's operations. The Texas Rangers are investigating significant lottery wins in Austin and Colleyville, while the Coalition of Texas Lottery Couriers claims the agency...

Jordan Bans Muslim BrotherhoodOn Wednesday, Jordan outlawed the Muslim Brotherhood and confiscated its assets after alleged links to a sabotage plot were discovered, according to Interior Minister Mazen Fraya. The government arrested 16 members who were reportedly planning attacks using rockets and drones, and the ban prohibits all activities associated with the group, including publishing and operating offices. Despite the Brotherhood's denial of involvement in the plot, it has faced increasing restrictions amid a broader...