U.S. President-elect Donald Trump is taking aim at Canada once more, saying it would be 'a great idea' to make it America's ‘51st state.'

Convicts, including fraudsters, are skipping out on their court-ordered payments to their victims to the tune of tens of millions of dollars across the country, according to figures obtained by CTV W5.

Ryan Reynolds, Scott Oake and Maureen Ann Jennings are among the 88 new recipients of the Order of Canada.

A Quebec man has pleaded guilty to attempting to manufacture multiple firearms with a 3D printer, including an AR-15, and spreading hate speech about the Jewish community.

A synagogue on Montreal's West Island was the target of an alleged arson attack.

On 9 December 2022, 20 years after the signature of the EU-Chile Association Agreement in 2002, the EU and Chile reached an agreement in principle on a new EU-Chile Advanced Framework Agreement, which comprises modernised trade and political and cooperation pillars. Negotiations were launched in November 2017, based on a Council negotiating mandate, which was the first-ever to have been published prior to the start of negotiations. Although the trade pillar had operated smoothly and led to an expansion of bilateral trade in goods and services and investment, Chile and the EU agreed to broaden and deepen it to unlock untapped potential, break new ground and keep pace with new trade and investment patterns in a global competitive environment that has fundamentally changed with the growing global footprint of countries such as China. As the EU-Chile Advanced Framework Agreement (AFA) comprises provisions falling under both the EU's exclusive competence and shared competence with EU Member States, an EU-Chile interim trade agreement (iTA) was copied from the EU-Chile AFA to undergo an EU-only ratification process, while the EU-Chile AFA including its trade pillar will also have to be ratified by all EU Member States in accordance with their constitutional requirements. The former will expire, once the latter has entered into force. The agreements were signed on 13 December2023. On 29 February 2024, Parliament provided its consent to both. On 18 March 2024, the Council endorsed the EU-Chile iTA, which ends the EU-level ratification. Chile finalised the ratification of both agreements on 13 November 2024. Fourth edition. The 'International Agreements in Progress' briefings are updated at key stages throughout the process, from initial discussions through to ratification. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

The film Touch by Baltasar Kormákur has been selected for the shortlist for the 2025 Academy Awards in the Best Foreign Language Film category.

Russia’s human welfare watchdog says it is in contact with Uganda regarding the mystery ‘dancing’ illness outbreak Read Full Article at RT.com

Nearly 50 kilometers of shoreline in Russia’s Krasnodar Region is covered with oil after two tankers ran aground on Sunday Read Full Article at RT.com

Ilham Aliyev has slammed France over its treatment of its dependencies and former colonies, as well as efforts to arm Armenia Read Full Article at RT.com

Dmitry Medvedev has slammed The Times staff as “lousy jackals” for justifying Ukraine’s assassination of Lt. Gen. Igor Kirillov Read Full Article at RT.com

Nearly 1 million Ukrainian soldiers have been killed or wounded since start of the conflict, according to Valery Gerasimov Read Full Article at RT.com

«Special emphasis was placed on the importance of ensuring proper treatment of Russian servicemen held in custody and prevention of attacks on civilian persons and facilities,» the statement says

According to Maria Zakharova, this latest hostile move by Washington toward Cuba is nothing but an artificial reason for justifying the illegitimate policy to economically suffocate the independent nation

Law enforcement officials indicated that additional suspects might surface as efforts continue to track Akhmad Kurbanov’s connections and analyze his mobile devices for evidence of potential accomplices

The incident occurred in September

Additionally, the congress approved nominations for the party’s new central executive committee, its leadership, and the composition of other party bodies and structures

STOCKHOLM, Sweden (HOL) — Twenty-eight-year-old assistant nurse Nimo Bashir Daud had nearly finished her day when she boarded a bus home late Sunday, just as she had done countless times before. On this night, only a short walk through a wooded path separated her from her apartment in a quiet suburb north of Stockholm.

Top officials meet in Beijing to address border management and revive bilateral relations following years of tensions  Read Full Article at RT.com

The grivna will be devalued further before the end of 2024 to give the government more cash from the exchange of aid funds, local media say Read Full Article at RT.com

Top EU diplomat Kaja Kallas is a prominent figure in European politics, known for her firm stance against Russia Read Full Article at RT.com

Marriage and birth rates have plummeted as the country faces severe demographic issues Read Full Article at RT.com

Councils in England will receive £1 billion next year amid “the worst housing crisis in living memory,” the government has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Nadia Mohamed was elected mayor a month after the Oct. 7 attack inflamed relations between Jews and Muslims. The story in St. Louis Park is how it hasn’t been a story.

The jury in the coroner's inquest into the death of Abdirahman Abdi has declared the Somali-Canadian man's 2016 death after his violent arrest by Ottawa police a homicide. In the context of a coroner's inquest, homicide does not carry any legal blame. (Jamie Hopkins/CBC)

The President of Seychelles, Wavel Ramkalawan, welcomed Sakuta Makoto as the new Japanese Ambassador to Seychelles during a credential presentation ceremony held at State House on Tuesday. Ambassador Makoto is the first Japanese envoy to be stationed locally, marking a significant milestone in the bilateral relations between the two nations. According to a State House press statement, Ramkalawan congratulated Makoto on his appointment, highlighting the enduring friendship and robust cooperation between Seychelles and Japan. The President commended Japan for its «pivotal contributions» to Seychelles’ development over the years and expressed optimism about further enhancing the partnership. Makoto, expressing gratitude and honour in assuming the role, pledged to deepen the collaboration between the two countries. Discussions during the meeting focused on enhancing cooperation in key areas, including maritime security, fisheries, environmental conservation, and climate change. Both parties reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening ties for mutual prosperity. Japan established its Embassy in Victoria, the capital of Seychelles, on November 8, 2019. Previously, diplomatic representation was managed by a chargé d'affaires. The appointment of Ambassador Makoto underscores Japan’s growing commitment to its relationship with Seychelles. Madagascar seeks closer cooperation with Seychelles In a separate ceremony, the President also received Albert Camille Vital, the new Malagasy Ambassador to Seychelles, who presented his credentials also on Tuesday. Vital emphasised the longstanding relationship between Seychelles and Madagascar, noting that the Malagasy diaspora in Seychelles includes a great number of workers contributing to various sectors. “Seychelles and Madagascar’s relationship has always been a good one. We have a large diaspora in Seychelles with 2,000 Malagasy working in the country,” he stated during a press interview. Vital outlined plans to «consolidate and strengthen» the ties between the two nations and explore new areas of cooperation, including tourism, transport, trade, and agriculture. During his visit, Vital also held talks with Ambassador Selby Pillay, director for Bilateral Affairs in the Department of Foreign Affairs, at Maison Queau de Quinssy. They discussed plans to sign a bilateral agreement in 2025 and addressed the need for consular representation for Malagasy nationals in Seychelles. Both parties agreed to identify a suitable candidate to fill the position. Vital also met with members of the Malagasy community in Seychelles, who work in various sectors such as fisheries, education, medicine, and sports. 

A woman is buying dried nuts for Yalda Night which is traditionally celebrated on the last day of the final month of autumn in the Iranian calendar that falls on December 20 this year.

TEHRAN –The 22nd international environmental exhibition started on Wednesday in Tehran with the theme of ‘public involvement, green economy, sustainable future’.

Mogadishu (HOL) — President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has confirmed that Turkey will establish a satellite launch base in Somalia, advancing Ankara's ambitions for long-range missile testing and space exploration while cementing its growing ties with the Horn of Africa nation.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia, in partnership with the European Union (EU) and the International Organization for Migration (IOM), has ramped up its mission to rescue and repatriate citizens trapped in Libya's nightmarish trafficking network. The latest operation brought 147 Somali migrants home, including 31 who landed in Hargeisa and 116 who continued to Mogadishu.

Mogadishu (HOL) — A new report from the SIDRA Institute examines the recent Ankara Declaration between Ethiopia and Somalia, providing a legal analysis of the agreement's impact on maritime access and Somalia's sovereignty. Signed on December 12, 2024, the deal grants Ethiopia conditional access to Somali ports, while ensuring that Somali authorities maintain control over its maritime resources.

[New Times] Multi-award-winning American artiste and producer John Legend, popularly known for his hit song 'All of Me', is set to headline the Move Africa tour both in Kigali and Lagos in February, 2025.

[New Times] As the world continues to grapple with the aftermath of Covid-19 and Marburg virus disease (MVD), scientists are increasingly alarmed by the growing threat of zoonotic diseases--infections that jump from animals to humans.

Honda and Nissan are reportedly exploring a merger to compete with China’s booming electric car production   Read Full Article at RT.com

Keith Kellogg is set to visit Kiev next month, and reportedly also plans to travel to London, Paris and Rome, according to sources Read Full Article at RT.com