CanadaMar 31, 2025
Additional sex assault charges laid against Calgary massage therapist
Calgary police say a massage therapist has been handed three more sexual assault charges on top of the one he already had. Donald Patrick Harris was charged earlier this month after a matter involving a client in January, where he allegedly touched the victim in a sexual manner without consent.
Police say more victims have since come forward, leading to more charges against the 46-year-old man who had been working at Parkview Massage and Wellness. Investigators are reminding the public that there is no time limit on reporting sexual assault and that victims are to report it, even if
IndiaMar 31, 2025
AAP Prepares for By-Elections in Ludhiana West Constituency
The by-elections for Punjab's Ludhiana West assembly constituency are expected to be held in May, prompting the AAP to intensify its election campaign. According to reports, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and party leader Arvind Kejriwal will be campaigning in Ludhiana for three days, starting tomorrow.
Sanjeev Arora, AAP’s candidate for the Ludhiana West seat and current Rajya Sabha member, shared that Kejriwal will hold a rally against drugs in Ludhiana's Ghumar Mandi on April 2. He added that both Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and Arvind Kejriwal, along with the entire state leadership, wil
CanadaMar 31, 2025
Mark Carney Unveils Plan to Build 500,000 New Homes Annually to Address Canada’s Housing Crisis
Amid Canada’s ongoing housing crisis, Liberal Leader Mark Carney has announced plans to build approximately 500,000 new homes per year and establish a new housing agency called Build Canada Homes. This agency will serve as a developer overseeing the construction of affordable homes across the country if Carney’s government returns to power.
Carney stated that his government would double the number of homes built, which he believes will help lower housing prices. It’s important to note that house prices in Canada have risen significantly in recent years, with the average price of a home
CanadaMar 31, 2025
Surrey Property and Road Taxes Set to Increase; Mayor Calls It the Smallest Tax Hike
Surrey property and road taxes are set to increase, with the city considering a 2.8 percent property tax hike and a one percent road levy increase. Mayor Brenda Locke stated that this would likely be the smallest property tax increase Surrey has ever experienced.
The mayor emphasized that the city’s construction and amenities are crucial in these uncertain times, which is why efforts were made to keep the tax increase as low as possible.
Mayor Locke also announced that the public will have the opportunity to comment on the proposal until April 11. After that, it will be reviewed by the Fina
BCMar 31, 2025
British Columbia to Eliminate Consumer Carbon Tax
The British Columbia government is moving forward with the elimination of the consumer carbon tax. The province's Finance Minister, Brenda Bailey, has introduced a bill in the legislature to remove the 17-year-old tax for the public. Additionally, the payment related to the carbon tax that people will receive in April will be the final one.
It is important to note that the consumer carbon tax has been in effect in BC since 2008. Its removal will result in a loss of approximately $1.5 billion to the provincial budget.
BCMar 31, 2025
British Columbia Set to Cut Gas Prices with Carbon Tax Elimination
British Columbians could see a drop in gas prices starting April 1 as Premier David Eby's government introduces legislation in the legislature today to eliminate the consumer carbon tax.
The move is expected to reduce gas prices by approximately 17 cents per liter and save residential natural gas consumers around $30 per month.
However, passing the bill in the legislature on time may prove challenging. The BC Greens have expressed reluctance to support the bill without a replacement climate plan, while the BC Conservative Party has stated it will only support the bill if it does not further b
WorldMar 31, 2025
Over 2,000 Dead in Myanmar After Powerful Earthquake
More than 2,000 people have died in Myanmar following a powerful earthquake that struck the country on Friday. In response to the devastating event, Myanmar's military leadership has declared a week of national mourning.
The earthquake caused significant destruction, including the collapse of over 60 mosques. Additionally, the Thai government has launched an investigation into the collapse of a 33-story building under construction in Bangkok, which was also affected by the earthquake.
Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister visited the site on Saturday and ordered a full investigation. The building,
CanadaMar 31, 2025
Poilievre Announces Canada First Reinvestment Tax Cut
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has announced a new tax relief aimed at capital gains, called the "Canada First Reinvestment Tax Cut." Poilievre stated that individuals or businesses who sell their property and reinvest the profits within Canada will not have to pay any capital gains tax on those earnings.
While campaigning in Ontario on Sunday, Poilievre explained that the purpose of this tax cut is to encourage Canadian investors to reinvest their profits domestically, thereby keeping more money within the Canadian economy.
The Canada First Reinvestment Tax Cut will apply to any capita
WorldMar 31, 2025
Pakistani Organization Nominates Imran Khan for Nobel Peace Prize
A Pakistani organization, the Pakistan World Alliance, has nominated former Prime Minister Imran Khan for the Nobel Peace Prize. The group has called for the imprisoned leader to be recognized for his efforts in promoting human rights and democracy.
The Pakistan World Alliance was founded in December last year and is affiliated with the Norwegian political party Partiet Centrum. Each year, the Norwegian Nobel Committee receives hundreds of nominations before selecting the winner through an extensive eight-month process.
Imran Khan, the founder of Pakistan’s main opposition party, Pakistan T