Tim Dolighan cartoon, Jan. 27, 2025

Doug Ford has called for an early election in Ontario after months of speculation, with party leaders beginning their campaigns this week. The reasons behind the early election, including potential links to Donald Trump and U.S. tariffs, are explored in a discussion with political insiders Andrew Brander and Lindsay Maskell on The Big Story podcast. For more episodes, listeners can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google, Spotify, or visit thebigstorypodcast.ca. Full Article

SUNshine Girl Rowena is featured in a video that has failed to load, with viewers encouraged to refresh their browsers or view other videos. The video is part of a series showcasing different models, with Rowena being the main focus. The video highlights her as the SUNshine Girl, but technical issues prevent it from being viewed at the moment. Full Article

Steve Nease's cartoon, published on January 31, 2025, humorously depicts a relatable scenario. The video failed to load, but viewers can access other videos from the team by refreshing their browser. The cartoon is likely to provide a light-hearted and entertaining break for its audience. Full Article

A tragic collision between an American Airlines plane and a military helicopter in the congested airspace around Washington, D.C., resulted in the loss of 67 lives, including soldiers and figure skaters. Experts have long warned of the complex and challenging conditions in the area, with concerns raised about air traffic control staffing levels and the increasing congestion at Reagan National Airport. The crash has sparked new worries about the safety of the airspace and the...

An expert emphasized the need for action in Saskatchewan following the release of its second IPV death review, which analyzed 31 cases resulting in 34 homicides and four suicides from 2015 to 2020. The report identified systemic issues such as alcohol, poverty, and gender role views, with recommendations focusing on education, intervention, victim support, legislation, rural services, and infrastructure development. While the government has already taken steps to address IPV, further efforts are required to...

Outgoing Edmonton Police Service Chief Dale McFee defended the EPS's request for a provincial probe into two appointed members of the Edmonton Police Commission and city council's selection process. The chief cited biases and past criticism around policing issues as reasons for disqualifying the appointees, emphasizing his authority under Alberta's Police Act. Despite criticism from the mayor and a former police commissioner, McFee justified EPS's involvement as necessary for good governance and not driven by...