The new system, which has already sparked concern among doctors and some health care advocacy groups, has been in the works for months. It allows Albertans to self-refer and pay for MRIs, CT scans, ultrasounds and X-rays.

There isn't much left of the RCMP detachment in Morse, Sask., after a hydrant failed during efforts to fight a fire on Sunday. Local farmers and Hutterite colonies offered support to finally extinguish the blaze.

The Pink Floyd co-founder says NATO’s military buildup risks catastrophe while ruling elites prolong the Ukraine conflict for profit Read Full Article at RT.com

Indian Naval Ship Sudarshini concluded its US visit and sailed for Portugal. The vessel participated in America's 250th independence anniversary celebrations in Boston. Representing India, the ship showcased its rich maritime heritage and strengthened partnerships. Sudarshini joined an international fleet of tall ships as a goodwill ambassador. This voyage continues India's maritime strength and professionalism on the global stage.

A high-powered committee for education reform has been formed. The Supreme Court seeks «out-of-box thinking» to address sector problems. The court will hear the NEET paper leak petition on August 3. Government needs to examine additional safeguards for online exams. The system's ad hocism is troubling and requires institutionalization.

The Supreme Court has ordered Tamil Nadu to pay market rate compensation for acquired land. Alternatively, the state must return 970 acres of land to landowners within six weeks. This decision impacts Tamil Nadu's already strained fiscal situation significantly. The court emphasized landowners should not suffer due to government inaction. The state faces a substantial financial burden from this directive.

The Supreme Court upheld the Himachal High Court's order for transfers. Kullu Deputy Commissioner Anurag C Sharma and SP Madan Lal must be transferred. This action follows their alleged failure to prevent rave parties in Kasol. The court stayed further action on FIRs and the SIT probe. However, impartial departmental inquiries necessitate their relocation from Kullu.

According to the newspaper, on July 26, only 15 bulk cargo ships passed through the strait compared to 34 on July 20

All US senators have been invited to the meeting

Iranian Ambassador to Moscow Kazem Jalali emphasized that the scope of cooperation between Iran and Russia is very broad

Ambassador to Jakarta Sergey Tolchenov noted that Russian companies are showcasing their expertise in the field of rare earth elements to the Indonesian side

Fifty-one senators voted to end debate and proceed to a vote on Jay Clayton’s confirmation, while 43 voted against it

The EU has lifted sanctions on Russian sable pelts after pressure from heavily dependent member states, Euractiv has reported Read Full Article at RT.com

A dispute over leaving a child stroller at a Tampines HDB block escalated into a case of alleged assault, with a woman claiming that she was slapped.The incident occurred outside a pre-school on the ground floor of Block 878 Tampines Avenue 8 last Friday (July 24) morning, reported Shin Min Daily News.A resident, who declined to be named, said the woman, whose child attends the pre-school, alleged that she had been slapped twice by a man for leaving the stroller along the corridor.The man and woman had allegedly argued about the issue earlier on Thursday, the resident said.«They argued for a while, and the man kept yelling and swearing. There was no physical conflict then. The next morning, I heard them arguing again, and this time the police were called,» Shin Min quoted the resident as saying.The police said they received a call for assistance regarding a case of assault at about 9.35am. A 61-year-old man is assisting with ongoing investigations.According to the news report, the pre-school has a sign pasted on a window which asks parents not to leave their strollers outside.

Toronto’s mayor says she filed an urgent motion Monday to demand the province give back waterfront land after the federal government rejected a proposal for a jet expansion at Billy Bishop Airport.

Toronto's fire chief is sounding the alarm over the possible dangers of e-bikes, sharing a video of one catching fire on Sunday morning.

Calgary police say they are «refocusing» physical search efforts for 11-year old Parker, the autistic boy who went missing more than a week ago. Police search efforts will now be focused on specific information, such as tips, rather than the extensive ground searches that have been conducted since his disappearance.

EU sanctions have grounded Russian-made firefighting helicopters in Spain amid record wildfires raging across southern Europe Read Full Article at RT.com

Israeli settlers rampaged in the West Bank in the aftermath of a major deadly clash with local Palestinians Read Full Article at RT.com

The Russian military has publicized new strikes against Ukrainian port infrastructure and military goods shipping Read Full Article at RT.com

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accused New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani of “fomenting hate” over the war in Gaza Read Full Article at RT.com

Kiev’s forces have systematically hunted Russian-speaking residents of the Donbass city, witnesses previously said Read Full Article at RT.com

Thirty inmates at Thyolo Female Prison have successfully reconciled with the very victims and communities they wronged, thanks to a groundbreaking restorative justice scheme, prison bosses have revealed. Steven Chimbiri, lead facilitator for restorative justice at the facility, said the innovative programme is helping offenders mend broken relationships before they even complete their sentences — […] The post 30 female inmates ‘reconciled with their victims’ as prison pioneers scheme appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Malawi’s government has signed a memorandum of understanding with Chinese contractor Xiao Xiang Investment to expand the fleet and infrastructure serving Lake Malawi, in a deal that will see four new vessels built alongside a new port facility at Chipoka in Salima. Under the agreement, signed at Capital Hill in Lilongwe, Xiao Xiang will construct […] The post Lake Malawi to get four new vessels under China-backed transport deal appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Malawi’s minister of mining, Thoko Tembo, has told parliament that corporate social responsibility obligations for mining companies are now legally binding rather than voluntary, under the Mines and Minerals Act of 2023. Tembo was responding to a supplementary question from Catherine Gotani Hara, the MP for Mzimba North East, who pressed the government on why […] The post MP Gotani-Hara challenges govt over limited community benefit from mining sites appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

A leading constitutional lawyer has dropped a legal bombshell, warning that President Peter Mutharika broke the law by allowing Second Vice President Enoch Chihana to chair a Cabinet meeting while First Vice President Jane Ansah was reportedly available — and that any decisions made could now be torn up in court. In a detailed legal […] The post Malawi Cabinet meeting ‘unconstitutional’, warns lawyer Seodi appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.