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How Iran is using executions to crush dissent

How Iran is using executions to crush dissent

Human rights groups say Iran is speeding up executions of political dissidents and anti-regime protesters who took to the streets in January. Families and activists say any negotiations to end the war must be conditioned on ending the killings.

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There's a silver lining in the Iran war ceasefire for Canada's oil and gas industry

There’s a silver lining in the Iran war ceasefire for Canada’s oil and gas industry

The Iran war appears to have ended (if it has ended) with a settlement that neither fully opens the Strait of Hormuz nor keeps it fully closed. The lingering doubts about the Persian Gulf as a source of energy for Europe and Asia, especially if Iran succeeds in its goal of charging tolls for passage, could be good news for Canadian oil and gas — if disaster can be averted.

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Liberal Party announces new national campaign directors | CBC News
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October 13, 2024

Liberal Party announces new national campaign directors | CBC News

As questions swirl over how soon Canadians could go to…

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Kenya's Ruth Chepngetich smashes women's marathon world record in Chicago | CBC Sports
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October 13, 2024

Kenya’s Ruth Chepngetich smashes women’s marathon world record in Chicago | CBC Sports

Kenya’s Ruth Chepngetich put on a performance for the ages…

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Proposed move of Mr. PG, a giant faux-wood lumberjack, prompts pushback in Prince George | CBC News
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October 13, 2024

Proposed move of Mr. PG, a giant faux-wood lumberjack, prompts pushback in Prince George | CBC News

A proposal to move Mr. PG, a giant faux-wood lumberjack,…

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For people in Gaza, death is a constant companion. That's why they're writing their wills | CBC News
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October 13, 2024

For people in Gaza, death is a constant companion. That’s why they’re writing their wills | CBC News

There is likely no one among the more than two…

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B.C. NDP Leader says no place for violence in B.C. politics after bomb threat | CBC News
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October 13, 2024

B.C. NDP Leader says no place for violence in B.C. politics after bomb threat | CBC News

Violence should have no place in British Columbia politics, said…

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Gov. Gen.'s spouse criticizes Quebec media over coverage of Mary Simon's trip to province | CBC News
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October 12, 2024

Gov. Gen.’s spouse criticizes Quebec media over coverage of Mary Simon’s trip to province | CBC News

Gov. Gen. Mary Simon’s spouse, former CBC journalist Whit Fraser,…

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Calgary Public Library locations remain closed after cyberattack | CBC News
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October 12, 2024

Calgary Public Library locations remain closed after cyberattack | CBC News

All Calgary Public Library locations remain closed Sunday after a…

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As Jasper, Alta., tries to rebuild from wildfire, residents scramble to find winter housing | CBC News
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October 12, 2024

As Jasper, Alta., tries to rebuild from wildfire, residents scramble to find winter housing | CBC News

After a wildfire destroyed a third of Jasper, different levels…

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Hurricane Milton floodwaters prevent Florida woman from rescuing dying father | CBC News
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October 12, 2024

Hurricane Milton floodwaters prevent Florida woman from rescuing dying father | CBC News

A woman recalls the heartbreak of not being able to…

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