Alaska State Troopers report multiple backcountry skiers trapped in avalanche near Anchorage

Health officials in Ontario's Peel Region are investigating a new measles case linked to exposure at Toronto Pearson Airport on May 3, after Air Canada flight AC540 arrived from Seattle. Individuals in Terminal 1 between 7:28 p.m. and 10 p.m. ET may have been exposed and are urged to verify their vaccination status and contact healthcare providers if symptoms arise. Ontario has reported the highest number of measles cases in Canada this year, with 993...

A Leger poll reveals that 52% of Canadians believe the threat of Alberta's separation from Canada should be taken seriously, a sentiment particularly strong in Alberta (63%). Concerns over national unity are heightened, with only 34% believing Prime Minister Mark Carney's Liberal government will improve it; Albertans are the most skeptical at 52%. The poll indicates significant partisan divides, particularly among Conservative voters, with 64% supporting the seriousness of Alberta's separation and skepticism regarding their...

Canada is experiencing a resurgence of measles, with over 1,383 cases reported in Ontario this week, driven by declining vaccine confidence post-COVID and misinformation linking the vaccine to autism. Immunization coverage among children has dropped significantly, with only 70% fully vaccinated against measles, contributing to the outbreak that began after a gathering in New Brunswick last October. Health officials urge vaccinations, as the majority of hospitalized cases involve unvaccinated individuals, highlighting the need for complex...

The choice of a papal name carries significant symbolic weight, reflecting the new pope's intentions and priorities for the Catholic Church. This tradition, dating back to the early Middle Ages, often honors a saint or previous pope, serving as a public declaration of the pontiff's vision. The name selected can influence the Church's relations with other faith traditions, indicating the pope's approach to interfaith dialogue and potentially shaping the Church's direction in a global context....

The trade war initiated by U.S. President Donald Trump is significantly impacting Canadian ports, with Halifax experiencing a 10% drop in container traffic as concerns grow over the fluctuating nature of tariffs. Professor Trevor Heaver predicts a dramatic decline in shipping traffic, particularly affecting the Trans-Pacific trade, and anticipates increased "blank sailings" due to reduced demand. While Vancouver's port sees a majority of trade with non-U.S. countries, the Port of Prince Rupert is expected to...

A Soviet space probe, Kosmos 482, launched on March 31, 1972, is nearing its end after 53 years in orbit, with potential re-entry to Earth imminent. Unlike previous Soviet attempts, Kosmos 482 broke into pieces, with parts that managed to survive re-entry hitting New Zealand, which raised concerns over radioactivity. As its orbit decays, there's uncertainty about where it may land, with possible areas including parts of Canada and potentially near Venus, Texas, highlighting the...