/toronto2dOntario Liberals demand public inquiry into Eglinton Crosstown LRT construction delays | CBC NewsOntario’s Liberal Caucus is demanding a public inquiry into the delays of the Eglinton Crosstown LRT project, which has been under construction for nearly 16 years with no opening date. The Liberals are calling for compensation for affected businesses, a rapid response task force, and guarantees against similar issues in future projects. The Progressive Conservative government, which took over the project in 2018, claims to have brought it to 'substantial completion' after years of neglect by the previous Liberal government. Concerns remain about the project’s delays and cost overruns, with comparisons being made to the problematic launch of the Finch West LRT.
/politicsDec 5thSorry If This Is Antisemitic But I Think It's Wrong To Train Dogs To Rape PrisonersThis article discusses the allegations of Israeli prison guards training dogs to rape Palestinian prisoners, and the author's view that such actions are wrong and evil. The author also touches on the issue of equating opposition to the mass murder of children with antisemitism.
/politicsNov 15thIs Mark Carney's budget a Progressive Conservative budget?The article explores whether Mark Carney's budget can be considered a Progressive Conservative budget, noting that while it incorporates some fiscal conservative measures, it also retains many Trudeau-era policies. The budget eliminates the luxury tax on yachts and private planes, reduces tree-planting targets, and restores a tax credit for LNG development, while maintaining social initiatives like the Canada Child Benefit. The budget's emphasis on productivity and its potential to appeal to voters seeking change is highlighted, but concerns about its climate plan and housing affordability measures are also raised.
/politicsNov 15thMasa, 5, had been missing for almost 2 years. On Saturday, her family found her remainsAfter a two-year search, Mu’ayyad Ajjour and Mohamed Zaida found the remains of five-year-old Masa, Ajjour's cousin, under the rubble of a bombed building in Gaza City. The search, which began after a ceasefire in October, involved makeshift tools and daily efforts. Masa's remains, identified by a skull, a red earring, and a torn pink sweater, were finally found, allowing her family to give her a proper burial. The search highlighted the ongoing struggle to locate thousands of bodies still buried under rubble in Gaza, a consequence of the ongoing conflict.
/politicsNov 15thIt’s been a couple of rough weeks for Donald Trump. Is even worse to come for the U.S. president?Donald Trump faced a tumultuous week marked by political setbacks, including the release of emails linking him to Jeffrey Epstein, backlash over his proposal for 50-year mortgages, and a contentious interview on Fox News. Despite ending the government shutdown, Trump's troubles were compounded by Democrats' election wins and skepticism over his tariff policies. The Epstein case, in particular, threatens to fracture support within the Republican base, as the House prepares to vote on releasing Epstein-related files.
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