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Winnipeg man admits to killing four women, says not criminally responsible

Winnipeg man admits to killing four women, says not criminally responsible

WINNIPEG — A man has admitted in court that he killed four women in Winnipeg, but his lawyers are asking he be found not criminally responsible because of mental illness.
Dozens of London Drugs stores reopen after cybersecurity shutdown

Dozens of London Drugs stores reopen after cybersecurity shutdown

RICHMOND, B.C. — London Drugs is gradually reopening its stores across Western Canada more than a week after a cybersecurity breach forced the retailer to close.
Scientists, clinicians across Canada preparing for future pandemic threats

Scientists, clinicians across Canada preparing for future pandemic threats

The federal government announced $574 million in funding on Monday for 19 projects across the country to prepare for health emergencies, including the next pandemic.
Report warns of dramatic rise in antisemitic incidents in Canada in 2023

Report warns of dramatic rise in antisemitic incidents in Canada in 2023

OTTAWA — Jewish leaders in Canada are warning of a national crisis as the number of hateful incidents targeting Jews doubled in one year.
Suite of legislative measures to counter foreign interference coming today

Suite of legislative measures to counter foreign interference coming today

OTTAWA — The Liberal government is poised to introduce an array of legislative changes to help counter foreign interference.
Spike in 'violent rhetoric' since Oct. 7 attack from 'extremist actors,' CSIS warns

Spike in 'violent rhetoric' since Oct. 7 attack from 'extremist actors,' CSIS warns

OTTAWA — The Israel-Hamas war has led to a spike in "violent rhetoric" from "extremist actors" that could prompt some in Canada to turn to violence, the Canadian Security Intelligence Service warns.
In the news today: 'Violent rhetoric' spiking since Oct. 7: CSIS

In the news today: 'Violent rhetoric' spiking since Oct. 7: CSIS

Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed on what you need to know today... 'Violent rhetoric' spiking since Oct.
WestJet, mechanics union agree to tentative deal to avoid strike

WestJet, mechanics union agree to tentative deal to avoid strike

CALGARY — A potential strike between WestJet and its mechanics union appears to have been avoided.
Macklem tries to stay out of the fray as MPs do their best to use him to score points

Macklem tries to stay out of the fray as MPs do their best to use him to score points

OTTAWA — Bank of Canada governor Tiff Macklem navigates a political minefield every time he testifies before the House of Commons finance committee. Four times a year, members of Parliament get the chance to question the governor on monetary policy.
Princess Anne lays wreath at Battle of Atlantic ceremony; honours late Queen

Princess Anne lays wreath at Battle of Atlantic ceremony; honours late Queen

VICTORIA — Princess Anne saluted Canadian veterans and current forces members and honoured her late mother during separate ceremonies Sunday in Victoria as she wrapped up a three-day British Columbia West Coast royal visit.
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