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Foreign aid agency USAID in crisis as Trump, Musk threaten shutdown

Foreign aid agency USAID in crisis as Trump, Musk threaten shutdown

The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is facing its greatest threat since its inception over 60 years ago, as President Donald Trump and his billionaire adviser Elon Musk spent the weekend impugning the agency that has contributed to Washington being the most critical source of foreign assistance around the world.

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Parents say social media app Snapchat gives kids access to illicit drugs

Parents say social media app Snapchat gives kids access to illicit drugs

An Ontario father says he’s struggling to keep his teen son away from drug dealers on popular messaging app Snapchat, and he’s not alone. The social media platform’s parent company, Snap Inc., is being sued by dozens of U.S. families who say the app’s disappearing messages make it hard for parents to supervise their kids’ online activity.

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Trump claims there are only '2 genders.' Historians say that's never been true
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February 2, 2025

Trump claims there are only ‘2 genders.’ Historians say that’s never been true

The Trump administration’s ‘two gender’ policy is sparking fear and…

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As colleges slash programs, concern grows about less choice for students, and impact to workforce
Star

February 2, 2025

As colleges slash programs, concern grows about less choice for students, and impact to workforce

Many Ontario colleges have cut programs, put others under review…

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I am a proud African. Moving to Canada and being seen as Black was a culture shock
Star

February 2, 2025

I am a proud African. Moving to Canada and being seen as Black was a culture shock

Vuyo Ginindza has always felt pride in being Swati and…

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Elon Musk's speech in Germany raises concerns about his increased political meddling abroad
Star

February 2, 2025

Elon Musk’s speech in Germany raises concerns about his increased political meddling abroad

Elon Musk’s comments at a rally for Germany’s far-right AfD…

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Sports

February 2, 2025

Woll ensures Leafs escape Edmonton with gritty 4-3 win

EDMONTON — What looked like a game on cruise control…

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Sports

February 2, 2025

OHL roundup: Aitcheson plays OT hero as Colts clip IceDogs 7-6

BARRIE, Ont. — Kashawn Aitcheson’s second goal of the night,…

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Sports

February 2, 2025

Merilainen gets 3rd shutout of season as Senators beat Wild 6-0

OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) — Leevi Merilainen stopped 16 shots for…

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Sports

February 2, 2025

Leafs jump on Oilers early, hang on for 4-3 win

EDMONTON — Matthew Knies and Mitch Marner each had a…

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Sports

February 1, 2025

Turnbull, Gosling break through for Toronto Sceptres before international break

TORONTO — Toronto Sceptres captain Blayre Turnbull and her rookie…

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