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AP, theGrio join forces on race and democracy panel discussion, as 2024 election nears

AP, theGrio join forces on race and democracy panel discussion, as 2024 election nears

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Associated Press and theGrio have come together for a candid conversation about issues facing Black Americans ahead of the 2024 election and amid high levels of polarization, discussing topics ranging from targeted racial violen
Canada opens applications for scholarships commemorating victims of Iran flight PS752

Canada opens applications for scholarships commemorating victims of Iran flight PS752

OTTAWA — The Liberals have launched a scholarship to commemorate those killed in the downing of Flight PS752 by Iranian officials in 2020.
After critical report, N.S. promises to fine ambulance company for poor service

After critical report, N.S. promises to fine ambulance company for poor service

HALIFAX — Nova Scotia’s Health Department says it will fine the province’s ambulance service if it fails to meet performance standards for response times.
Halifax waives property taxes owed by residents of historically Black community

Halifax waives property taxes owed by residents of historically Black community

HALIFAX — The Halifax region has waived back taxes owed by three property owners in North Preston, a predominantly African Nova Scotian community where Black settlers weren't given clear title to their land until recently.

Capitol rioter who attacked Reuters cameraman and police officer gets more than 4 years in prison

A man who attacked a police officer and a Reuters cameraman during the U.S. Capitol riot was sentenced on Wednesday to more than four years in prison.
A man charged with voter fraud in Florida blames rivalry between Trump and DeSantis supporters

A man charged with voter fraud in Florida blames rivalry between Trump and DeSantis supporters

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Canada to host CARICOM group of Caribbean leaders in Ottawa this month

Canada to host CARICOM group of Caribbean leaders in Ottawa this month

OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is expected to host leaders of the Caribbean Community in Ottawa this month to take stock of Canada's partnerships in the region.
Rep. Patrick McHenry of North Carolina is the leader of the House, at least for now

Rep. Patrick McHenry of North Carolina is the leader of the House, at least for now

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — As Kevin McCarthy got pushed out of his job as House speaker, in part by colleagues who helped put him on the dais nine months ago, one of his top lieutenants stepped in to preside — at least temporarily. North Carolina GOP Rep.
'It's a new party': How Conservatives try to rebuild trust among Muslim communities

'It's a new party': How Conservatives try to rebuild trust among Muslim communities

OTTAWA — When Pierre Poilievre pitches the Conservative party to Muslim Canadians, he talks about "faith, family and freedom.
Kevin McCarthy is out as speaker of the House. Here's what's next

Kevin McCarthy is out as speaker of the House. Here's what's next

WASHINGTON (AP) — The House of Representatives is entering uncharted territory after a far-right effort to remove fellow Republican Kevin McCarthy from the speakership succeeded thanks to support from Democrats.
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