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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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As war between Israel and Hezbollah escalates, life in Lebanon poised to get 'uglier day by day'
Star

March 13, 2026

As war between Israel and Hezbollah escalates, life in Lebanon poised to get ‘uglier day by day’

Almost two weeks into the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran, the…

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National, Ontario/Quebec

March 12, 2026

Allison Jones

Niagara chair resigns after accusations of owning signed copy of Hitler’s ‘Mein Kampf’

An Ontario government appointee has resigned as chair of the…

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Human Interest, Ontario/Quebec

March 12, 2026

Kathryn Mannie

‘Right thing to do’: Ontario town begins renaming process for Prince Andrew Island

An Ontario township has taken its first official step toward…

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Justice, Ontario/Quebec, Social

March 12, 2026

39 overdoses reported in London, Ont., after suspect handed out substance: police

LONDON — Police in London, Ont., are investigating a surge…

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Justice, Ontario/Quebec

March 12, 2026

Vehicle sought in U.S. consulate shooting investigation found: Toronto police

TORONTO — Police say the suspect vehicle in the shooting…

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Sports

March 12, 2026

Varsho drives in three but Blue Jays lose 8-5 to Phillies in spring training

CLEARWATER — Toronto starter CJ Van Eyk gave up six…

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Oscars 2026: Who might win, who should win — and what to know ahead of your Oscars party
Star

March 12, 2026

Oscars 2026: Who might win, who should win — and what to know ahead of your Oscars party

Welcome to the most unpredictable Academy Awards in living memory.Sure,…

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Justice, Ontario/Quebec

March 12, 2026

Toronto police to increase presence in area of Al-Quds Day rally on Saturday

TORONTO — Toronto police say they’ll be increasing their presence…

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Ontario/Quebec

March 12, 2026

Three people charged after border officers find multiple forged passports: RCMP

FORT ERIE — Three people have been charged after federal…

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