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The US and Iran have had bitter relations for decades. After the bombs, a new chapter begins

The US and Iran have had bitter relations for decades. After the bombs, a new chapter begins

WASHINGTON (AP) — Now comes a new chapter in U.S.-Iran relations , whether for the better or the even worse.
National chief asks senators to slow down major projects bill, as senator collapses

National chief asks senators to slow down major projects bill, as senator collapses

OTTAWA — The national chief of the Assembly of First Nations is calling on senators to slow down Ottawa's sprint to pass Prime Minister Mark Carney's controversial major projects bill this week.
Senator Patrick Brazeau collapses in chamber, staff say he appears to be recovering

Senator Patrick Brazeau collapses in chamber, staff say he appears to be recovering

OTTAWA — Sen. Patrick Brazeau is said to be recovering after collapsing on the Senate floor on Wednesday in the midst of debate on the federal government's major projects bill. Brazeau, 50, rose to speak shortly after 4 p.m.
Alberta panel members say idea to cut aid to some newcomers comes from government

Alberta panel members say idea to cut aid to some newcomers comes from government

EDMONTON — Two members of Alberta's new $2-million panel fighting federal overreach say they aren't responsible for the messaging and ideas on the panel's website, including a suggestion to end social supports for some newcomers.
Who is Zohran Mamdani? State lawmaker seeks to become NYC's first Muslim and Indian American mayor

Who is Zohran Mamdani? State lawmaker seeks to become NYC's first Muslim and Indian American mayor

NEW YORK (AP) — When he announced his run for mayor back in October, Zohran Mamdani was a state lawmaker unknown to most New York City residents.
New Social Security Commissioner faces pointed questions about staffing, privacy

New Social Security Commissioner faces pointed questions about staffing, privacy

WASHINGTON (AP) — After months of job cuts, leadership turnover and other turmoil at the Social Security Administration , the agency's newly minted commissioner faced pointed questions from lawmakers about the future of the agency and its ability to
Wisconsin Supreme Court refuses to hear challenges to the state's congressional district boundaries

Wisconsin Supreme Court refuses to hear challenges to the state's congressional district boundaries

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The liberal-controlled Wisconsin Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to hear challenges brought by Democrats seeking to throw out the battleground state’s current congressional district boundaries before the 2026 midterms.
Democrats fret about national fallout after Mamdani stuns in New York City

Democrats fret about national fallout after Mamdani stuns in New York City

NEW YORK (AP) — The stunning success of Zohran Mamdani , a 33-year-old self-described democratic socialist, in the race for New York City mayor has exposed anew the fiery divisions plaguing the Democratic Party as it struggles to repair its brand nea
Enbridge says it would pitch new Alberta-B. C. pipeline only under right conditions

Enbridge says it would pitch new Alberta-B. C. pipeline only under right conditions

CALGARY — Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has expressed confidence one or more private-sector pipeline operators will come forward with a plan to ship oilsands crude to the Port of Prince Rupert, СÀ¶ÊÓÆµ
60 leases signed through the two-year, $1.3 million Nova Scotia home-sharing contract

60 leases signed through the two-year, $1.3 million Nova Scotia home-sharing contract

HALIFAX — The Nova Scotia government says only 60 tenants signed leases with landlords through a program that cost taxpayers $1.35 million over two years.