Canada’s parliament has passed a landmark bill giving Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government new powers to fast-track major national projects. The One Canadian Economy Act was passed by the Senate on Thursday, and allows the cabinet to streamline approvals processes and bypass certain provisions of federal laws for projects that could boost the economy. Supporters...
This is quite something (although the music is obnoxious beyond belief). Police have arrested 8 people, 7 of whom are Iranians, over a suspected terrorist plot. I wonder what excuses they will come up with so they don’t get deported ? pic.twitter.com/A7xXEQhO20 — WeGotitBack ???????????????????????????????????????????? (@NotFarLeftAtAll) May 4, 2025 What makes it even more interesting...
Abigail Taylor BBC News NI PA Media Kneecap are an Irish-speaking rap trio who have courted controversy with their provocative lyrics and merchandise The Metropolitan Police’s counter-terror officers will investigate online videos showing rap trio Kneecap calling for the death of British MPs and shouting “up Hamas, up Hezbollah”. A video emerged of the west...
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky has ended an historic visit to South Africa, signalling a dramatic improvement in the once-strained relations between the two nations. The visit marked a diplomatic breakthrough for the Ukrainian leader in his efforts to counter Russia’s strong – and growing – influence in Africa. “I’m sure that Russia will be annoyed...
One of Exeter city centre’s two remaining post offices is about to close at the same time as the retailer providing the other is sold, raising the prospect that the city centre’s last Post Office counter may soon disappear. The Sidwell Street Post Office, operated by Morrisons, will close at the same time as the...