Philippines says China's coast guard blasts water cannon and sideswipes patrol vessel

As election day approaches, Bloc Québécois Leader Yves-François Blanchet is gaining traction in the polls, despite a previous 20-point deficit against the Liberals. He recently sported a Montreal Canadiens jersey, symbolizing a compromise in his relationship with federal politics, and expressed optimism about collaborating with Liberal leader Mark Carney, having exchanged phone numbers post-debate. With traditional nationalist voters wavering towards federalist parties due to external pressures, Blanchet aims to rally support for a strong Bloc...

The Kremlin has rejected Ukraine's proposal to extend the Easter ceasefire, although it remains open to direct talks with Kyiv. Vladimir Putin's spokesperson indicated that there are no specific plans for negotiations aimed at halting strikes on civilian targets but emphasized the possibility of discussions if Ukraine addresses certain "obstacles." Meanwhile, Ukrainian officials are traveling to London to engage in discussions regarding a U.S. peace plan amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. Full Article

At least five people were killed and several wounded when gunmen opened fire on tourists in Pahalgam, Kashmir, prompting condemnation from regional Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, who described the attack as unprecedented against civilians. The incident occurred in Baisaran, a scenic meadow near Pahalgam, and has led to a significant deployment of army and police forces to secure the area and pursue the assailants. Although no group has claimed responsibility, the region has a history...

A civil lawsuit has been filed against retired NFL player Shannon Sharpe by a woman identified as Jane Doe, alleging rape and threats during a tumultuous consensual relationship, seeking $50 million in damages. The suit, filed in Clark County, Nevada, claims Sharpe used physical force, inflicted emotional distress, and exhibited a pattern of intimidation, including threats to choke and slap the plaintiff. Sharpe's lawyer responded, asserting that the relationship was consensual and denouncing the lawsuit...

SummarySyrian authorities have detained two senior members of Palestinian Islamic Jihad, Khaled Khaled and Yasser al-Zafari, for five days without explanation, as confirmed by the group and a Syrian official. Islamic Jihad, which participated in the October 2023 attacks on Israel, called for their release, highlighting concerns over the detentions. The arrests occur amidst shifting Syrian-Israeli relations, as Syria aims to rebuild ties and distance itself from Iranian influence, while the U.S. has set conditions...

Zacharius Rakena faced up to seven years in prison due to dangerous encounters with a theft victim and police following a car theft incident on February 19 last year. Despite his lengthy criminal history, his lawyer proposed a new approach to sentencing, emphasizing Rakena's rehabilitation efforts through the Grace Foundation. Judge Yelena Yelavich acknowledged these efforts, noting that Rakena had previously been incarcerated multiple times without significant change, highlighting the importance of addressing his rehabilitation....