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Her daughter was killed by gunfire in Gaza school. For her and others, 6-month Israeli ceasefire isn't working

Her daughter was killed by gunfire in Gaza school. For her and others, 6-month Israeli ceasefire isn’t working

Tent schools like the one where nine-year-old Ritaj Rihan was killed by gunfire this week are symbolic of the fragile hope Palestinians have for the future and the paralyzing fear they still live with today. Six months after Israel and Hamas reached the first phase of a ceasefire that was supposed to end fighting in Gaza, humanitarian organizations have given it a failing grade.

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National

April 17, 2026

In the news today: Quebec premier meets Carney, Ontario medical residency

Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press…

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3 men facing charges in extortion-related shooting of former Cricket Canada official's house
Star

April 17, 2026

3 men facing charges in extortion-related shooting of former Cricket Canada official’s house

Three men are facing charges in connection with two extortion-related…

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Threats, corruption and intimidation: Is the Bishnoi gang calling shots at Cricket Canada
Star

April 17, 2026

Threats, corruption and intimidation: Is the Bishnoi gang calling shots at Cricket Canada

The night was meant to be a celebration. Last July,…

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Disaster, Ontario/Quebec

April 17, 2026

Three people dead after transport trucks crash on northern Ontario highway

THUNDER BAY — Provincial police say three people have died…

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'Everything is under control' says premier as Quebec deals with spring flooding
Star

April 17, 2026

‘Everything is under control’ says premier as Quebec deals with spring flooding

Several municipalities in Quebec are grappling with floods, with many…

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Quebec municipalities preparing for flooding, Montreal reaches highest alert level
Star

April 17, 2026

Quebec municipalities preparing for flooding, Montreal reaches highest alert level

Municipalities across Quebec are preparing for potential flooding, with Montreal…

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Former CEO of Alberta Health Services wants podcasters held in contempt for 'harassment' campaign
Star

April 16, 2026

Former CEO of Alberta Health Services wants podcasters held in contempt for ‘harassment’ campaign

WARNING: This story contains vulgar language.The former CEO of Alberta…

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Accused killer pledges '150% honesty' to fake crime boss in interview played in court
Star

April 16, 2026

Accused killer pledges ‘150% honesty’ to fake crime boss in interview played in court

The video played in Corner Brook Supreme Court, a four-plus…

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Sports

April 16, 2026

John Chidley-Hill

Big Problem: Raptors will have to play hard versus Cavaliers forwards

TORONTO — Being over six-foot-seven would be considered tall in…

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