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Elections Canada has notified all registered political parties that 822 special ballots were left with the returning officer in the Coquitlam-Port Coquitlam riding. These ballots were cast by electors across 74 electoral districts throughout the country. This situation raises concerns regarding the proper handling and counting of votes in the electoral process. Full Article

SummaryThe Syrian Identification Centre, led by Dr. Anas al-Hourani, is tasked with identifying victims from mass graves, many of whom are believed to be recent casualties of the Assad regime, which has killed hundreds of thousands during the civil war. Identification relies on limited resources, including a single DNA testing center, with financial support from the International Committee of the Red Cross, leading to prolonged identification processes. Eyewitness Abu Ali recounts transporting lorry-loads of tortured...

Gold Coast Titans coach Des Hasler insists that sidelined star David Fifita remains a crucial part of the team's plans despite recent challenges, including Fifita's reserve grade demotion and ankle surgery. With the Titans struggling at the bottom of the NRL ladder, Hasler is under pressure to achieve finals qualification to secure his position beyond 2026. He emphasizes the importance of winning games to silence critics and expresses confidence in the team's ability to improve,...

SummaryPolice were justified in shooting Matu Reid, who entered a construction site on Queen St armed with a shotgun in July 2023, where he shot and killed two colleagues and injured others. Following failed negotiations and exchanged gunfire, police shot Reid in the arm, but he ultimately died from self-inflicted injuries. The Independent Police Conduct Authority (IPCA) reported that the officers acted in self-defense due to fears for their lives and the safety of other...

Researchers have discovered that superb starlings, social birds from the African savanna, exhibit reciprocal helping behaviors beyond familial bonds, aiding both relatives and nonrelatives in raising their young. A 20-year study revealed that these birds build long-term relationships by trading assistance, with individuals often repaying help received in previous breeding seasons, suggesting a form of friendship. This behavior may enhance group resilience and reproductive success, highlighting the importance of cooperation and social ties, which could...

Vladimir Putin has announced a three-day ceasefire in Ukraine to coincide with Russia's 80th Victory Day celebrations, including a large military parade in Moscow attended by several global leaders, such as China's Xi Jinping. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed the ceasefire as a tactical move to safeguard the parade rather than a genuine effort for peace, while Ukraine continues to disrupt preparations with drone attacks. The Kremlin views the attendance of foreign dignitaries as a...