Canada
The 51st state? Alberta set to vote on whether to pursue separation from Canada - explainer
Notably, this vote will not immediately start the secession process if Albertans vote in favor of separating from Canada, but will lead to a larger referendum on separating.
Toronto police arrest two pro-Palestinian activists for willful promotion of hatred
Air Canada extends flight suspensions to Tel Aviv and Dubai through mid-January 2027
British Columbia declares state of emergency as fast-growing wildfire forces evacuations
Confronting antisemitism in Canada requires more than polite acknowledgment - opinion
Carney's speech largely avoided the fundamental questions now confronting Canada: why antisemitism has surged, how it has mutated, who is fueling it, and what actions will be taken to deal with it.
Canada makes history, routs Qatar for first World Cup victory
"Obviously, we know that what we've done today is historical for the country, our first one in the World Cup, and to do it in that fashion is really amazing," leading goalscorer Jonathan David said.
B'nai Brith Canada demands delay of upcoming Nakba exhibit amid foreign interference fears
'Palestine Uprooted: Nakba Past and Present' is set to open June 27, 2026. It's advertised as an exploration of human rights violations related to the "ongoing forced displacement and dispossession."
Canada pledges $100m. for Palestinian aid amid UNRWA staff Hamas controversy
The funding assistance brings Canada’s total contribution to $500 million for the Palestinian territories.
Britain launches Israel-Palestine peace fund alongside Australia, Canada
The fund complements the UK's wider efforts to support a two-state solution between Israel and Palestine, said Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper.
Montreal City motion calling for suspension of ties with Israel postponed till August
Montreal has delayed a vote on a divisive motion targeting Israel, following opposition from rival parties and community groups, with discussion now pushed to August.
Ebola risk for FIFA World Cup is 'extremely low', but US host cities are prepared, experts say
US hospitals and agencies have enhanced preparedness due to the Ebola outbreak in the DRC. Officials note that "Ebola isn't airborne and doesn't spread through casual contact."
Visa denials and protests shadow FIFA as World Cup kicks off
Iran’s World Cup delegation says FIFA has failed to secure US entry for several officials, with 15 federation members denied visas ahead of the tournament, urging compliance with its rules.
FIFA World Cup 2026 to break records with 3.7 million tons of carbon emissions, Israeli firm finds
The tournament is being staged across three different countries, Canada, the US, and Mexico - a first in World Cup history, meaning teams and fans will have to travel extensively between host cities.
Toronto officer killed in raid tied to Iran-linked US consulate and synagogue shooting probe
TPS would not confirm to The Jerusalem Post that synagogue shootings were tied to the warrants.
