‘Historic’ snowfall buries Canada’s Atlantic coast
February 06, 2024 11:00 AM The weather forced many businesses, government offices and schools to shutter. Read More
Deadly California storm triggers flooding, mudslides, power outages
February 06, 2024 9:54 AM A deadly Pacific storm, the second “Pineapple Express” to sweep the West Coast in less than a week, crept over Southern California on Monday, unleashing…
World Bank’s Banga denies IFC cover up of abuse involving Kenya school investment
February 06, 2024 8:54 AM World Bank President Ajay Banga on Monday rejected allegations that the bank’s International Finance Corp arm sought to cover up reports of sexual abuse at…
UK minister to meet with U.S. lawmakers on restoration of Northern Ireland government
February 06, 2024 8:09 AM Britain’s minister for Northern Ireland, Chris Heaton-Harris, will travel to Washington to discuss the restoration of the province’s devolved government with U.S. lawmakers and market…
10 couple treatments to pamper your partner and yourself this Valentine’s Day
From indulgent spa treatments to nourishing facials and at-home mani-pedi sessions, there’s something for everyone to celebrate this day, and month, of love.Read More
Police move to end Dutch farmer protests
February 06, 2024 7:04 AM BRUSSELS/ Dutch police moved on Monday to end demonstrations by farmers who disrupted traffic throughout the Netherlands by blocking exit roads of highways and setting…
Commentary: For those with chronic conditions, Chinese New Year feasts can be stressful
The holiday season brings joy but also stress for people with diabetes, hypertension or high blood cholesterol, says dietitian Jaclyn Reutens.Read More
While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, Feb 6
February 06, 2024 6:00 AM Britain’s King Charles diagnosed with cancer: Buckingham Palace Britain’s King Charles has been diagnosed with a form of cancer and will postpone public-facing duties, Buckingham…
Pentagon not aware of any Iranians being killed in recent strikes
February 06, 2024 5:04 AM The Pentagon said on Monday that it was not aware of any Iranian deaths in the recent U.S. strikes against Iran-linked targets in Iraq and…
Mexico reaches deal to buy highway concession from billionaire Slim
February 06, 2024 3:49 AM MONTERREY, Mexico – Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador announced that his government has reached an agreement with local billionaire Carlos Slim to buy the…