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Court decisions forced some rethink of oil, gas emissions cap: Minister Guilbeault

Court decisions forced some rethink of oil, gas emissions cap: Minister Guilbeault

OTTAWA — The Liberal government had to delay its long-promised regulations to cap emissions from oil and gas production in Canada because of two recent court decisions forcing Ottawa to tread more carefully on climate policy affecting provinces, Envi
Another top official leaves a super PAC backing Ron DeSantis' campaign

Another top official leaves a super PAC backing Ron DeSantis' campaign

The chairman of the most powerful independent group supporting Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' presidential ambitions has resigned, marking the second major departure at the pro-DeSantis Never Back Down super PAC in the last two weeks.
AP Exclusive: America's Black attorneys general discuss race, politics and the justice system

AP Exclusive: America's Black attorneys general discuss race, politics and the justice system

BOSTON (AP) — The American legal system is facing a crisis of trust in communities around the country, with people of all races and across the political spectrum.
Evidence admissible in drug case despite Charter concerns, Supreme Court rules

Evidence admissible in drug case despite Charter concerns, Supreme Court rules

OTTAWA — The Supreme Court of Canada has upheld a man's drug-related conviction, saying evidence in his case is admissible despite concerns about violation of his Charter rights. In February 2017, near Banff, Alta.
Quebec teachers accuse Legault of 'emotional blackmail' after plea to end strike

Quebec teachers accuse Legault of 'emotional blackmail' after plea to end strike

QUEBEC — A striking Quebec teachers union said Friday it won't give in to "emotional blackmail" from the premier after he asked them to return to work for the good of their students.
DeSantis says Florida GOP chair should resign amid rape allegation

DeSantis says Florida GOP chair should resign amid rape allegation

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said state Republican Party Chairman Christian Ziegler should resign while police investigate a rape allegation against him.
Can Canadian downtowns find new purpose in a post-office era?

Can Canadian downtowns find new purpose in a post-office era?

VANCOUVER — Kay Matthews doesn't mince words when asked about the state of businesses fighting to survive in downtown cores across Ontario. "We're struggling," said Matthews, executive director of the Ontario Business Improvement Area Association.
Federal transport minister says Bay of Fundy ferry will not be removed from its route

Federal transport minister says Bay of Fundy ferry will not be removed from its route

HALIFAX — Federal Transport Minister Pablo Rodriguez says the ferry that operates between Digby, N.S., and Saint John, N.B., will not be moved to another route next year.

GOP businessman Sandy Pensler joins crowded field of Senate candidates in Michigan

LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Detroit-area businessman Sandy Pensler launched his second campaign for U.S.
Harris heads to Dubai to tackle delicate tasks of talking climate and Israel-Hamas war

Harris heads to Dubai to tackle delicate tasks of talking climate and Israel-Hamas war

WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris will tackle two delicate tasks this weekend in Dubai: She'll try to demonstrate U.S.