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Unsafe Chainsaws Recalled DR Power Equipment has recalled 7,180 lithium-ion battery-powered chainsaws due to fire and burn hazards, following 20 reports of incidents involving fire, sparks, or smoke. The chainsaws, identifiable by their black handle and orange buttons, were sold from June 2018 to July 2024 for $200 to $350, and customers are advised to stop using them immediately and seek a pro-rated refund, which requires proof of destruction. Those disposing of the chainsaws should...

On March 7, 2025, a mass shooting at the Piper Arms pub in Toronto, linked to an ongoing tow truck turf war, resulted in nine injuries but no fatalities. Toronto police have arrested ten suspects and are pursuing one fugitive, connecting the incident to a series of prior shootings and a robbery involving a group believed to be a hired band of gunmen. Chief of Police Myron Demkiw condemned the brazen violence, emphasizing the lasting...

Anger erupted as the Trump administration announced a travel ban affecting individuals from 19 countries, predominantly in Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean, citing national safety. Critics condemned it as discriminatory and inhumane, expressing fears about family separations and visa impacts, particularly among Haitian and Cuban communities. The ban, which includes exceptions for certain family members and lawful residents, raises concerns reminiscent of previous travel restrictions, indicating a significant challenge for those seeking to reunite with...

Hamas's lead negotiator Khalil al-Hayya announced the group's readiness to engage in new talks for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza, coinciding with Israeli airstrikes that killed at least 37 people. Amid dire humanitarian conditions exacerbated by a blockade, international pressure for a ceasefire has intensified, with leaders like Brazilian President Lula da Silva and French President Macron calling for action. Despite efforts to ease aid restrictions, the situation remains critical, with Gazans struggling for basic...

The US has sanctioned four judges from the International Criminal Court (ICC) in response to their prosecution efforts against American and Israeli officials, escalating tensions with the court. Secretary of State Marco Rubio criticized the ICC as politicized and a threat to US sovereignty, particularly following arrest warrants issued for Israeli leaders over their actions in the Gaza conflict. The ICC condemned the sanctions, asserting its role in providing justice under international law, while the...

SkyCity is suing Fletcher Building and Fletcher Construction for $330 million, claiming that the New Zealand International Convention Centre took 10 years to build instead of the contracted three. The lawsuit seeks damages for losses incurred due to ongoing delays, including those stemming from a fire in 2019, with the project now almost six and a half years behind schedule. In response, Fletcher acknowledged the risks associated with the project and stated its commitment to...