Kingston residents demand halt to Mile Square Forest clear-cutting
Residents of Kingston, Ontario, are urging authorities to stop the clear-cutting of trees in Mile Square Forest, highlighting environmental concerns and the potential violation of protection laws.
Supreme Court of Canada to hear challenge of Ottawa’s firearms ban
The Supreme Court of Canada will hear a challenge regarding the government's ban on certain firearms deemed suitable for battlefield use rather than for hunting or sport shooting.
Doug Ford acknowledges transparency clamp-down is to protect his personal phone
Ontario Premier Doug Ford is acknowledging that his government's restrictions on access to information laws aim to protect the details of calls on his personal phone.
Ford accused of limiting transparency law because of cellphone defeat in court
Ontario Premier Doug Ford is accused of circumventing transparency laws by using his personal phone for official communications, as revealed by call log discrepancies and a ruling by the Information and Privacy Commission.
Taxpayer advocacy group calls on Ontario to reverse transparency changes
A Canadian taxpayer advocacy group is urging the Ontario government to reverse recent changes to transparency laws that would shield officials from freedom of information requests.
Australia news live: new laws to crack down on property underquoting in NSW
Jim Chalmers discusses the impact of global economic conditions on Australia's inflation and upcoming budget reforms.
School bus driver sentenced to 60 days jail for fatally striking pedestrian
A school bus driver was sentenced to 60 days in jail for the careless driving death of a pedestrian in a crosswalk.
Troubled youth treatment centre Venture Academy ‘winding down’ operations
Venture Academy, a youth treatment center in Canada, is shutting down amid allegations of breaches of child protection laws and sexual abuse investigations.
Ford government changing law to keep all premier, minister records secret
The Ford government in Ontario is proposing changes to transparency laws that would keep all records from ministers and staff secret.
Manitoba government introduces election bill ahead of scheduled 2027 vote
The Manitoba government has introduced a bill requiring candidates to disclose any past violations of conflict of interest laws ahead of the upcoming 2027 election.
"Imoto's Wi-Fi" Ordered to Pay 170 Million Yen for Violation of the Act Against Unjustifiable Premiums
The Japanese Consumer Affairs Agency has imposed a penalty of 172.62 million yen on Excom Global for misleading advertising regarding its rental Wi-Fi services, citing violations of consumer protection laws.
Geopolitics Buries Global Minimum Tax. EU Bends Its Own Laws Because of Trump
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz highlights the current geopolitical reality and the erosion of the international order at the Munich Security Conference, expressing concerns over the decline of multilateral institutions and its economic consequences.
India Uses Emergency Powers to Prevent Fuel Shortage
India is implementing emergency laws to prevent a shortage of cooking fuel, particularly LPG, amid rising global tensions.
Parents of HUB mall shooting victim push for Canada to change parole eligibility
The parents of Brian Ilesic, a victim of the HUB mall shooting, are advocating for changes to Canada's parole eligibility laws following the tragic loss of their son 14 years ago.
Without mincing words, Folha offended readers by talking about work
Folha's recent article suggesting that Brazilians work less than the global average sparked criticism for its lack of context and simplistic conclusions.
Quebec company charged with hiring 21 unauthorized foreign workers
A Quebec company and its directors have been charged with hiring unauthorized foreign workers over a two-year span, following an investigation by the Canada Border Services Agency.
Trump launches operation against Europe – strict orders to digital diplomats
The Trump administration has instructed U.S. diplomats to lobby against data sovereignty laws that could hinder global data flows.
Manitoba Tories used legislature room for campaign: elections commissioner
Manitoba's election commissioner found that the Progressive Conservatives violated provincial laws by using a legislative room for campaign activities before the 2023 provincial election.
Apple activates age verification systems in response to global laws
Apple has started implementing an age verification system for app downloads globally to comply with new laws preventing minors from accessing certain apps.
China versus the West? Wang Yi tells UN no country is ‘human rights teacher’
Chinese diplomat Wang Yi argues at the UN that no country can act as a 'teacher of human rights' and emphasizes the importance of non-interference and respect for international laws.
Guns in photo posted by Tumbler Ridge shooter’s mother were legal, expert says
An expert states that the firearms displayed in a photo shared by the mother of the Tumbler Ridge shooter were legal to own in Canada, despite one being later prohibited.
Tumbler Ridge shooting: What we know about the firearms and gun laws
The mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge has raised concerns regarding Canada’s gun laws and the processes surrounding firearm seizures.
Mass shootings have prompted Canadian gun laws to change over the decades
Recent mass shootings in Canada, including a tragic incident in Tumbler Ridge, have led to significant changes in gun laws over time.
Transparency International: Corruption is Globally on the Rise
Transparency International reports a global rise in corruption, with societal pressures leading to the dismantling of anti-corruption laws and budgets, although Germany appears to resist this trend.
EU finds TikTok ‘addictive’ in digital law probe, 6% fine looms for ByteDance
The European Commission's investigation revealed that TikTok's design is deemed 'addictive' and violates EU digital laws, potentially resulting in a fine of up to 6% of ByteDance's global revenue.
Trump's Jungle Laws are Coming
A report from Eurasia Group highlights that the United States, rather than traditional global threats like China or Russia, will be the main source of global instability in 2026 due to the actions of its current president.