Tourism: 'Hurt' China looking to inflict pain on South Korea
Jul 12, 2017, at 07:30 pm
Beijing/ Seoul, Jul 12 (IBNS): Seemingly 'hurt' by South Korea's 'indulgence' in allowing the US to deploy the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system in their country, China has banned all its tour operators from selling packaged tours to the neighbouring nation, media reports said.
Trump Jr. confirms meeting Russian lawyer in father's oblivity
Jul 12, 2017, at 06:50 pm
Washington, Jul 12 (IBNS): Things just got a bit hot for Donald Trump following his son's confirmation that the latter met a Russian lawyer but the son said that his father had no knowledge about the meeting.
USA: At least 16 people killed after military plane crashes in Mississippi
Jul 11, 2017, at 03:42 pm
Jackson, Jul 11 (IBNS): At least 16 people were reported dead after a military plane crashed in the Mississippi delta on Monday, reports said.
US President meets China's Xi Jinping
Jul 09, 2017, at 10:06 pm
Hamburg, July 9 (IBNS): US President Donald Trump has met Chinese President Xi Jinping.
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Hamburg G20 Summit: Trump meets Vladimir Putin
Jul 08, 2017, at 03:47 am
Hamburg, July 7 (IBNS): US President Donald Trump on Friday met his Russian counterpart on the sidelines of the ongoing G20 Summit here.
Media poll finds majority of Canadians opposing China's takeover of Canadian companies
Jul 06, 2017, at 07:52 pm
Ottawa, Jul 6 (IBNS): A popular media poll has revealed that a majority of Canadians have opposed the government's plan to sell to China two domestic companies dealing with military technology even though they are in favour of bilateral free trade between the two countries according to media reports.
Will use force if we must: US to N Korea
Jul 06, 2017, at 05:31 pm
Washington, Jul 6 (IBNS); The possibilities of a diplomatic solution between the US and North Korea is fast fading as the former has issued a stern warning for the latter, saying that they'll use 'considerable forces' if they must.
Furious Trump slams North Korea following latter's missile launch
Jul 04, 2017, at 04:04 pm
Washington, Jul 4 (IBNS): US President Donald Trump, who had warned North Korea of a 'determined response' last week, lashed out at the latter following its latest missile launch on Tuesday morning.
Families of 1985 Air India bombing victims remember their dear ones
Jul 04, 2017, at 03:52 pm
Toronto, July 04 (IBNS): To the rest of the world June 23 is any other day. So when Sarah took her dog for a walk in the evening Toronto's quiet Humber Bay park, she was puzzled to see it buzzing with people.
Jul 03, 2017, at 03:10 pm
Washington, Jul 3 (IBNS): US President Donald Trump on Sunday took his fight with 'fake media' a notch higher by tweeting a video of himself pummeling news channel CNN.
Prince Charles joins Trudeau on rain-sodden Parliament Hill to celebrate Canada 150 in Ottawa
Jul 02, 2017, at 09:22 am
Ottawa, July 1 (IBNS) At the heart of Canada's story are millions of ordinary people doing extraordinary things, said Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as Canada celebrated its 150th anniversary on Saturday with a celebration on Parliament Hill here attended by Prince Charles and his wife Camilla.
Vice President Pence to visit NASA’s Kennedy Space Center
Jul 02, 2017, at 03:19 am
Washington, July 1 (IBNS): US Vice President Mike Pence will visit NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida on July 6, officials said.
Canadian PM says reconciliation is about redefining a relationship, can't happen overnight
Jul 01, 2017, at 07:37 pm
Toronto, Jul 1 (IBNS): Decision by many indigenous people to boycott the celebration of Canada’s 150th birthday was justified, said Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau while speaking at an event in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Islands (P.E.I.).
US President Trump warns N Korea, says patience is over
Jul 01, 2017, at 05:22 pm
Washington, Jul 1 (IBNS): US President Donald Trump has warned North Korea of a 'determined response', stating that the 'patience is over', reports said.
Bronx doctor kills one, injures six
Jul 01, 2017, at 03:18 pm
Bronx, Jul 1 (IBNS): Accused of sexual harassment, a Bronx doctor returned back to his workplace and opened fired, killing at least one doctor and injuring six others on Friday, reports said.
Trump's US travel ban for six Muslim countries begins
Jun 30, 2017, at 02:57 pm
Washington, June 30 (IBNS) A supposed "watered down" version of the travel ban on six Muslim countries and a section of refugees by the Donald Trump administration on security grounds finally took effect on Thursday (US time) after litigations in court even as experts said more court battles are in the offing following the implementation of this order.
IYDC observes World Yoga Day, keen to promote Yoga for health benefits
Jun 29, 2017, at 06:03 pm
Toronto, June 29 (IBNS): Baba Ramdev, the founder of Patanjali Yogapeeth and Sister Shivani, a spiritual leader from the Brahma Kumari World Spiritual University took the centre stage at the third edition of the International Day of Yoga organized by International Yoga Day Canada (IYDC) recently at Mississauga’s International Centre.
Fare hike for GO Transit and Union Pearson Express
Jun 29, 2017, at 03:21 pm
Toronto, June 29 (IBNS): A report submitted to the transit agency’s board on Wednesday said Metrolinx planned to raise GO Transit fares by about 3 percent -- after freezing prices at the start of the year -- for trips costing more than $5.65 but there will not be any change for rides costing $5.65 or cheaper, media reports said.
Multiculturalism is at the heart of Canada’s heritage and identity: PM Justin Trudeau
Jun 29, 2017, at 02:50 pm
Toronto, June 29 (IBNS): Canada celebrated its 15th Multiculturalism Day recently, showcasing the country’s diversity, equality and mutual respect for different cultures.
APTA recognizes TTC as best public transit agency in North America
Jun 28, 2017, at 04:31 pm
Toronto, June 28 (IBNS): Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) was recognised as the best public transit agency in North America for 2017 by the American Public Transportation Association (APTA), according to media reports.
Calgary Board of Education worried about poor mathematics scores of students
Jun 28, 2017, at 04:17 pm
Calgary, June 28 (IBNS): In a recently concluded meeting of the Calgary Board of Education, the trustees expressed deep concern regarding overall deteriorating standard of students.
Favorability of the U.S. and confidence in its president decline across globe, says research
Jun 28, 2017, at 12:58 am
New York, June 27 (IBNS): Global views of the U.S. and its president have shifted dramatically downward since the end of Barack Obama’s presidency and the start of Donald Trump’s, and they are now at similar levels to ratings from the George W. Bush era, according to a new Pew Research Center report that examines attitudes in 37 countries.
Supreme Court upholds Donald Trump's travel ban partially
Jun 27, 2017, at 04:18 am
Washington, June 26 (IBNS): The Supreme Court upheld US President Donald Trump's travel ban on at least four countries instead of proposed six on Monday, giving the latter a partial win, according to media reports.
IS hacks Ohio govt sites, warns Trump
Jun 26, 2017, at 06:30 pm
Columbus, Jun 26 (IBNS): Ohio government websites were flooded with IS messages after the terrorist organisation hacked into them, sending a message for US President Donald Trump.
Canada: Sikh woman becomes first turbaned SC judge
Jun 25, 2017, at 12:03 am
Toronto, June 24 (IBNS): Creating history, Sikh woman Palbinder Kaur Shergil has been appointed as the first turbaned Supreme Court judge in Canada.
Ontarians are stocking up on booze as LCBO strike deadline looms
Jun 24, 2017, at 10:34 pm
Toronto, Jun 24 (IBNS) With a few hours left before a legal strike deadline, the Ontario Public Services Employees Union (OPSEU) is negotiating with Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO) management to crunch out a fair deal for workers and avoid the looming strike.
Healthcare has always been something bigger than politics: Obama's subtle jab at Trump
Jun 23, 2017, at 04:21 pm
Washington, Jun 23 (IBNS): While US President Donald Trump has been busy criticising his predecessor's healthcare policies since taking over, former president Barak Obama broke his silence finally with a Facebook post of an open letter on Thursday.
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Mexico second deadliest country in the world, says Trump
Jun 23, 2017, at 03:45 pm
Washington, Jun 23 (IBNS): Mexico is the second deadliest country in the world according to US President Donald Trump, who wants to put up a fence along the US-Mexico border.
Jun 23, 2017, at 03:28 am
Toronto, June 22 (IBNS): Sunrise ceremony and the permanent installation of indigenous flags on Nathan Phillips Square at Toronto City Hall were part of The City of Toronto (which includes Toronto and its adjoining cities)’s celebration of the 22nd annual National Aboriginal Day on Wednesday.
Canada PM urges all to stand by people seeking shelter from hardship and violence
Jun 21, 2017, at 10:53 pm
Ottawa, June 21 (IBNS) Canada’s Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau on World Refugee Day on Wednesday appealed to all Canadians to stand with people seeking shelter from enormous hardship and violence across the world.