Trudeau supports Ukraine striking Russia as U.S., U.K. leaders talk weapons – National

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Friday that Ukraine should be allowed to strike within Russian territory, as his American and British counterparts meet in Washington to discuss whether to lift restrictions on long-range weapons supplied to Kyiv. Ukraine has been pushing for months for permission to use the weapons, including U.S.-supplied ATACMS and British Storm … Read more

Venezuela and Spain in row over ‘dictatorship’ comment

After days of mounting bilateral tensions, Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil has summoned Spain’s ambassador in Caracas in order to protest at a minister’s description of his country’s government as a “dictatorship”. Gil described as “insolent, meddling and rude” comments made by Spanish Defence Minister Margarita Robles. While discussing various repressive regimes around the world, … Read more

Interview – Maciej Bazela

Maciej Bazela is an academic leader with over 15 years of experience in higher education, research, and international relations. He specializes in comparative politics, geopolitics, and sustainable development in Mexico City. As Founder & CEO of Applied Ethics Solutions, Maciej promotes ethical standards in business through tailored educational programs. He has served as Department Chair … Read more

Lethbridge remembers fallen firefighters on anniversary of 9/11 – Lethbridge

Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services held its 23rd annual Fallen Firefighters Memorial Parade and Ceremony on Wednesday. The fire department, police department and other first responders marched down 4th Avenue to remember those who lost their lives on in the United States on Sept. 11, 2001 and every other year. “It’s a very important ceremony … Read more

Boeing boss makes last-ditch plea to workers ahead of strike vote

Boeing’s new chief executive Kelly Ortberg has pleaded with workers to not go on strike as it would put the company’s “recovery in jeopardy”. It comes hours ahead of a crucial union vote that could trigger industrial action at the embattled company. The aviation giant’s executives and union representatives reached a deal earlier this week … Read more

Nigeria floods affect one million people after dam collapse | Weather News

Authorities in Borno State rush to provide shelter for residents displaced by the severe flooding. The collapse of a dam in northeast Nigeria has caused severe flooding, destroying thousands of homes and worsening a dire humanitarian crisis. The flooding in Borno State has affected a million people, the state governor said on Wednesday, straining resources … Read more

Review – Baltimore

Baltimore: Heiress, Rebel, RevolutionaryDirected by Joe Lawlor and Christine Molloy, 2023 IR students with an interest in political conflict will welcome this movie portrayal of one of Ireland’s most remarkable and enigmatic figures. Starring Imogen Poots in the key role, Baltimore is the life-story of the late Rose Dugdale, a British heiress turned IRA member. … Read more

A U.S. government shutdown may come before election as GOP pushes voting rule – National

U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson vowed Tuesday to press ahead with requiring proof of citizenship for new voters as part of a bill to avoid a partial government shutdown in three weeks, though the measure appeared likely to be voted down. Democrats overwhelmingly oppose the measure. Enough Republicans were also coming out against the bill, … Read more

Freeland blasts Canadian funds going to ‘Russians at War’ doc: ‘Not right’

Liberal MPs, including Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland, are criticizing the use of public funds for a controversial documentary depicting Russian soldiers fighting in Ukraine that has been called “Russian propaganda.” The film, Russians at War, is having its North American premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on Tuesday. It was helmed by a Russian Canadian … Read more