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Rebels fighting their way closer to Goma in eastern Congo

Rebels fighting their way closer to Goma in eastern Congo

Panic spread in Goma on Thursday, with M23 rebels steadily inching closer to the city in eastern Congo as they battle the Congolese army. Bombs were heard going off in the distant outskirts and hundreds of wounded civilians were brought in to the main hospital from nearby towns and villages.

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Sudanese Canadians decry delays in bringing their family members to safety
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January 19, 2025

Sudanese Canadians decry delays in bringing their family members to safety

Sudan is plagued by cascading tragedies:Â an ongoing internal military…

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Why time ran out on Canada-led deal to end public financing for international fossil fuel projects
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January 19, 2025

Why time ran out on Canada-led deal to end public financing for international fossil fuel projects

A deal on ending public financing for foreign fossil fuel…

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What do we do with the case of admitted doula defrauder Kaitlyn Braun?
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January 19, 2025

What do we do with the case of admitted doula defrauder Kaitlyn Braun?

Kaitlyn Braun’s rapid rearrest underscores the challenges of the criminal…

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Why those in L.A. whose homes were spared in wildfires could still face serious health risks
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January 19, 2025

Why those in L.A. whose homes were spared in wildfires could still face serious health risks

The massive scale of the Los Angeles wildfires means even…

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Jean Marie River, N.W.T., facing outbreak of respiratory illness, chief says
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January 18, 2025

Jean Marie River, N.W.T., facing outbreak of respiratory illness, chief says

Jean Marie River Chief Melanie Menacho said she and other…

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Eggs recalled in multiple provinces over salmonella concerns
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January 18, 2025

Eggs recalled in multiple provinces over salmonella concerns

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency says the recall covers Compliments,…

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South Korean court extends president's detention over concerns he will 'destroy evidence'
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January 18, 2025

South Korean court extends president’s detention over concerns he will ‘destroy evidence’

South Korean investigators probing impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol for…

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4 of Canada's biggest banks leave Mark Carney-led climate initiative
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January 18, 2025

4 of Canada’s biggest banks leave Mark Carney-led climate initiative

Four of Canada’s biggest banks have left the UN-backed Net-Zero…

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This B.C. mom asked local grocery stores to bring in special carts for son who has a disability. They did
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January 18, 2025

This B.C. mom asked local grocery stores to bring in special carts for son who has a disability. They did

The cart is like a traditional cart but removes where…

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