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Published on 11:39 GMT

Chinese activist held by Thailand arrives in Canada

Zhang Xinyan succeeds on second attempt after being prevented from boarding flight a month ago PUBLISHED : 4 Aug 2026 at 17:54 A Chinese activist detained in Thailand has arrived in Canada, a month after police prevented her boarding a flight from Bangkok …

Source: Bangkok Post - Center-right
Published on Aug 1, 2026

Bitter feuds, bloodshed and RFK Jr.: The most memorable moments from nearly 200 years of Toronto mayoral elections

Toronto mayors have been pragmatists and radicals, “boy scouts” and troubled men. In the nearly 200 years since this city was formed, there have been 66 people at the helm, brought to power in campaigns featuring scandal, intrigue and bloodshed. As …

Source: The Toronto Star - Neutral
Published on Aug 1, 2026

Municipal candidate numbers have been sliding in Ontario for years. Will this election buck the trend?

With municipal candidate nominations set to close in three weeks, researchers and civic organizations are watching closely to see if Ontario is able to reverse a long-term trend of declining participation in local politics. On the fourth Monday in October …

Source: CBC/Radio-Canada - Public Broadcaster
Published on Aug 3, 2026

Blaming Canada: Trump Leans On Smoot-Hawley Tariff Authority

JOINT BASE ANDREWS, MARYLAND - JULY 27: U.S. President Donald Trump returns from a trip to Michigan on July 27, 2026 at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. Trump visited the General Motors' Milford Proving Ground facility and spoke to supporters about U.S. …

Source: Forbes - Neutral
Published on 08:00 GMT

With America deranged, President Xi summons overseas Chinese

就让岁月开成一朵花，等一场春风温柔抵达，带着知足上路，带着晚霞回家，爱在时光中轻轻发芽。 – 吴忧 And so it begins. President Xi Jinping of China has summoned overseas Chinese to pool strengths and contribute to the rejuvenation of the Chinese nation. This is not new. The People’s Republic of China …

Source: Asia Times - Neutral
Published on 03:06 GMT

Former Tiananmen Protester Recalls June 4 Crackdown, Qincheng Prison, and Life in Exile

Interview by Hu Zixuan for Generation of ’89 (《八九一代》) magazine When Tang Kai looks back on his youth, he sees a contradiction that would shape the rest of his life. Born into a Communist Party family, Tang grew up surrounded by the institutions of the …

Source: Vision Times - Indeterminate
Published on Jul 30, 2026

Democracy’s Fight is Canada’s Fight

July 30, 2026 By Bob Rae July 30, 2026 Losing the United States as a critical leader and ally in the fight for democracy has presented Canadians with a new set of challenges. The first one is emotional. Ever since the election of Franklin Roosevelt as …

Source: Policy - Neutral
Published on Jul 30, 2026

GOLDSTEIN: Freedom Convoy didn’t endanger democracy, Trudeau did

Breadcrumb Trail Links Columnists Existing laws to deal with illegal or harmful activities by some protestors already existed, without needing to invoke the EA. Part of the Freedom Convoy protest on Wellington street in Ottawa on Feb. 17, 2022. Photo by …

Source: Toronto Sun - Pending
Published on Jul 30, 2026

Toronto City Council passes motion demanding Ford repeal Billy Bishop Act, return land

The city of Toronto wants its waterfront land back from Ontario Premier Doug Ford. Last week, the federal government said it will not support Ford’s plan to take over and expand Toronto’s downtown island airport — a victory for those opposing the expansion …

Source: Canada's National Observer - Left-wing
Published on Jul 30, 2026

Reader Fighting For Ontario’s Future

Dear Editor, There is an old saying: “Only after the last tree is cut down; only after the last river has been poisoned; only after the last fish has been caught; only then will you find that money can not be eaten.” With this in mind, I went out and set …

Source: Meaford Independent - Neutral
Published on Jul 29, 2026

Former Conservative cabinet minister Chris Alexander enters Toronto’s mayoral race

Open this photo in gallery:Chris Alexander registered on Wednesday at city hall as a mayoral candidate for the Toronto municipal election, scheduled for Oct. 26.MATTHEW FRANK/The Globe and Mail Former federal Conservative citizenship and immigration …

Source: The Globe and Mail - Neutral
Published on Jul 29, 2026

Diversification against democracy in Canada’s latest global agreements

Canadians like to see ourselves as defenders of democracy, human rights, and the rule of law, at home and internationally. Yet recent foreign policy decisions suggest a very different reality. Ottawa is pursuing trade, investment, and security agreements …

Source: Canadian Centre For Policy Alternatives - Left-wing
Published on Aug 3, 2026

Trump and his allies know his methods are backfiring: political philosopher

President Donald Trump’s methods of ruling as president have been widely described as “authoritarian,” yet according to a prominent German historian and political philosopher, Americans should recognize that the Republican leader’s approach is in the …

Source: AlterNet - Left-wing
Published on Jul 28, 2026

14 killed in POK poll violence. Pak's democracy claims busted? Statecraft examines

India Today Statecraft covers political developments, global conflicts, and natural disasters. In Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, the first phase of polling experienced violence, including the death of a political worker, ballot box destruction, and clashes at …

Source: India Today - Neutral
Published on Jul 27, 2026

Legal Ethics Roundup: ABA Opines Gov Lawyers Must Report Unlawful Conduct, Toronto Lawyer Suspended Over AI, Senate ...

Ed. note: Please welcome Renee Knake Jefferson back to the pages of Above the Law. Subscribe to her Substack, Legal Ethics Roundup, here. Welcome to what captivates, haunts, inspires, and surprises me every week in the world of legal ethics. Happy Monday! …

Source: Above the Law - Neutral
Published on Jul 26, 2026

Hundreds of Torontonians celebrate after feds reject Billy Bishop jet expansion

Play Listen to this article Estimated 4 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. Hundreds of Toronto …

Source: CBC/Radio-Canada - Public Broadcaster
Published on Aug 3, 2026

Interpretive panels a chance to step into Waddington history

WADDINGTON — Five years after its creation, the Waddington Historical Association will unveil a signature project during Homecoming Weekend, Aug. 6, 7 and 8. Since early spring, the WHA has been working with a Rochester-based graphic designer to bring the …

Source: NNY360 - New York - Pending
Published on Jul 26, 2026

When a democracy confronts its students

V Raghunathan is a former director of the Schulich School of Business (India Program), York University, Toronto, a former professor at IIM Ahmedabad and a former President of ING Vysya Bank. A prolific author, he has written over 15 books, including the …

Source: The Times of India - Indeterminate
Published on Aug 3, 2026

In Alberta, Referendums Must Serve Smith’s Aims Only

Few issues provide a clearer window on Alberta’s top-down politics than the issue of coal mining. Announcements, Events & more from Tyee and select partners In this contemporary adaptation of Sophocles’ tragedy, playwright Kate Besworth focuses on …

Source: The Tyee - Left-wing

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Published on August 4, 2026 - 09:49 GMT

President Lai attends Ketagalan Forum: 2026 Indo-Pacific Security Dialogue

TAIWAN, August 4 - On the morning of August 4, President Lai Ching-te attended the opening of the Ketagalan Forum: 2026 Indo-Pacific Security Dialogue. In remarks, President Lai stated that as the CCP's authoritarianism continues to expand, Taiwan …

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Published on August 4, 2026 - 09:16 GMT

AuthorAZ Launches as Authors Push Back Against AI Training in Publishing

A private, offline vault for manuscripts, book metadata and marketing assets. Authors keep every book on their own device. No AI, no cloud, no subscription. BRUSSELS, BELGIUM, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Across publishing, a new fault …

Distribution channels: Book Publishing Industry, Business & Economy ...

Published on August 4, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

Tanya M. Odom appointed Co-Chair of The New York Women's Foundation Board of Directors

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The New York Women's Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Tanya M. Odom as Co-Chair of the Board of Directors, serving in the position alongside Mary Baglivo. For …

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Published on August 3, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

Global Leaders in National Security Rally Behind Congressional Candidate Joe Kaufman

Israeli military leaders, Latin American champions of democracy, and security experts back Kaufman's decades of counterterrorism experience. BOCA RATON, FL, UNITED STATES, August 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As foreign policy and national security …

Distribution channels: International Organizations, Military Industry ...

Published on August 3, 2026 - 17:22 GMT

Stand Up for Science Celebrates Win for Science with Senate Stopgap Bill

Draft bipartisan bill will prevent the OMB proposal from being implemented on October 1 WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, August 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Stand Up for Science is celebrating the Senate’s August 1st draft stopgap bill, which …

Distribution channels: Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry, Politics ...
Published on August 3, 2026 - 16:30 GMT

Bill of Rights Institute, iCivics, and More Perfect Partner on Classroom Materials of America’s Past 250 Years

Leading providers of K-12 civics resources join In Pursuit to teach the character and virtues of America’s presidents and first ladies ARLINGTON, VA, UNITED STATES, August 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- More Perfect, in partnership with the Bill of …

Distribution channels: Education ...
Published on July 30, 2026 - 22:59 GMT

GCIS and Agape Youth Movement to host webinar on youth participation in democracy and civic education, 31 Jul

The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS), in partnership with the Agape Youth Movement, will host a webinar on youth participation in democracy and civic education. The session seeks to encourage young people to register and participate …

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Published on July 30, 2026 - 12:48 GMT

Freedom House and Rutgers Democracy Lab Announce New Strategic Partnership to Strengthen Democracy and Freedom Online

Washington, DC and New Brunswick, NJ — Freedom House and Rutgers Democracy Lab are pleased to announce a strategic partnership connecting Rutgers students with Freedom House's leading experts on media and technology. The partnership will produce new …

Distribution channels: Politics

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Published on August 4, 2026 - 13:30 GMT

Small Business Owners Face Retirement Affordability Crisis Over Hidden Retirement Plan Penalties

Retirement expert Brett Goldstein launches The 5500 Project, which is a petition to urge Congress to lower six figure penalties for late 401(k) tax filings. MELVILLE, NY, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Small business owners …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Politics ...
Published on August 4, 2026 - 12:30 GMT

New RI Net Metering Initiative Delivers Energy Savings for Manufacturers While Strengthening Local Renewable Hydropower

Freedom Energy, Riparian Strategies & Thundermist connect local hydro with commercial users to reduce costs and preserve RI's clean energy infrastructure. WOONSOCKET, RI, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Freedom Energy …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Energy Industry ...
Published on August 4, 2026 - 12:15 GMT

Javier Palomarez, USHBC President & CEO, Responds to Secretary Mullin's Call for Employment Visa Reform

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At the National Governors Association Summer Meeting in Oklahoma City over the weekend, Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin called for changes to employment-based visa …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Companies ...
Published on August 4, 2026 - 05:54 GMT

Dr. Rashad Richey Signs National Syndication Deal with MSN and JaroGO

Dr. Rashad Richey's Indisputable expands to MSN and JaroGO, bringing award-winning independent news to millions of new viewers. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Emmy-nominated broadcaster, author, professor, …

Distribution channels: Politics ...
Published on August 4, 2026 - 05:50 GMT

Caisse-maladie : près de deux tiers des Suisses romands rejettent le projet fédéral d'une franchise minimale à CHF 400.-

Plus d'un quart des assuré(e)s envisagent de changer d'assurance maladie pour 2027 LAUSANNE, VAUD, SWITZERLAND, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Alors que le Conseil fédéral propose de relever la franchise minimale de CHF 300.- à CHF …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on August 4, 2026 - 05:50 GMT

Krankenkasse: 59% der Versicherten lehnen den Entwurf der Bundesregierung für eine Mindestfranchise von CHF 400.- ab

Mehr als ein Viertel der Versicherten erwägt, für 2027 die Krankenversicherung zu wechseln LAUSANNE, VAUD, SWITZERLAND, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Während der Bundesrat vorschlägt, die Mindestfranchise von CHF 300.- auf CHF 400.- …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on August 3, 2026 - 22:55 GMT

Human Flourishing Must Be the Compass Guiding AI, Panel to Argue

The webinar, "AI and Human Flourishing" will ask how technology can be designed to expand human agency, empathy, and dignity rather than replace them. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, August 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The G20 …

Distribution channels: Culture, Society & Lifestyle, IT Industry ...
Published on August 3, 2026 - 22:54 GMT

Javier Palomarez, USHBC President & CEO, Endorses State Sponsored Visa Pilot Program Act

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, August 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC) is proud to endorse the State Sponsored Visa Pilot Program Act, led by Senators John Curtis (R-UT) and Mark Kelly (D-AZ). This …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Companies ...
Published on August 3, 2026 - 20:20 GMT

Patrick Henry -- 'Give Me Liberty': A Dramatic Narrative in 1st Person Brings an American Patriot's Voice to Life

Gary L. Hauck offers a historical narrative that reimagines Patrick Henry's life through first-person view, showing ideals that shaped the American Revolution. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, August 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gary L. …

Distribution channels: Book Publishing Industry, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...
Published on August 3, 2026 - 17:22 GMT

Stand Up for Science Celebrates Win for Science with Senate Stopgap Bill

Draft bipartisan bill will prevent the OMB proposal from being implemented on October 1 WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, August 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Stand Up for Science is celebrating the Senate’s August 1st draft stopgap bill, which …

Distribution channels: Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry, Politics ...
Published on August 3, 2026 - 16:15 GMT

Newport Beach Firefighters Endorse Fire Station 3 Relocation, Launch Public Safety Website

Neighborhoods near the current site give up seconds. The neighborhoods waiting longest today save minutes. Full analysis at KeepingNewportSafe.com NEWPORT BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, August 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Newport Beach …

Distribution channels: Culture, Society & Lifestyle, Emergency Services ...
Published on August 3, 2026 - 15:04 GMT

Mobile Billboard Global Adds 25 Trucks Ahead of 2026 Election Season

Expanded nationwide fleet gives campaigns more access to digital LED billboard trucks for primaries, early voting and the November 3 election. ATLANTA , GA, UNITED STATES, August 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mobile Billboard Global today …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on August 3, 2026 - 12:40 GMT

RTVI Releases Field Report from Syria on Conditions After Assad

RTVI has released "Syria After Assad," a special field report by correspondent Katya Kazanchuk. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, August 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RTVI has released "Syria After Assad," a special field report …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Banking, Finance & Investment Industry ...
Published on August 3, 2026 - 12:18 GMT

Uttarakhand Positions India for an AI-Driven Future Through Innovation Hackathon and Devbhoomi AI Summit

Uttarakhand launches a global innovation movement through the Innovation & Solutions Hackathon and Devbhoomi AI Summit 2026, empowering AI-driven growth. GAIRSAIN, UTTARAKHAND, INDIA, August 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Indian Himalayan state …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Conferences & Trade Fairs ...
Published on August 3, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

Global Leaders in National Security Rally Behind Congressional Candidate Joe Kaufman

Israeli military leaders, Latin American champions of democracy, and security experts back Kaufman's decades of counterterrorism experience. BOCA RATON, FL, UNITED STATES, August 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As foreign policy and national security …

Distribution channels: International Organizations, Military Industry ...
Published on August 3, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

Jack Klein’s Civic Connections Helps High School Students Engage With Local Government

LIVINGSTON, NJ, UNITED STATES, August 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Standing in front of hundreds of students at New Jersey Boys State, a selective civic leadership program where students simulate state government, Jack Klein saw how quickly an …

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Published on August 3, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

Interfaith Peace Centre Condemns Antisemitic Attacks on Jewish Communities in Toronto and Montreal

TORONTO , ONTARIO , CANADA, August 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- *Interfaith Peace Centre, Toronto Condemns Antisemitic Attacks on Toronto Jewish-Owned Bakeries* *August 1, 2026* The Interfaith Peace Centre strongly condemns the attacks on …

Distribution channels: Culture, Society & Lifestyle, Human Rights ...
Published on August 3, 2026 - 11:30 GMT

Global Faith Leaders Unite in Washington to Strengthen Abrahamic Unity, Religious Freedom, and Peaceful Coexistence

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, August 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Religious leaders, policymakers, civil rights advocates, academics, and representatives from more than 70 US National and international organizations gathered at the National …

Distribution channels: Human Rights, Politics ...
Published on August 3, 2026 - 04:44 GMT

Industry Data Shows 12.5% of New York LLCs Begin Publication After 120-Day Deadline

Analysis of 845 New York LLC publication orders across 42 counties finds a median of 30 days from formation to first notice; 106 began after day 120 NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, August 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- An industry report from LLC …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Law ...
Published on August 2, 2026 - 10:48 GMT

Congressional Candidate Joe Kaufman Wins Straw Poll Following Boca Raton Debate

Kaufman Highlights National Security Experience, Support for Israel, and Commitment to Protecting Seniors BOCA RATON, FL, UNITED STATES, August 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Republican congressional candidate Joe Kaufman, who is running in …

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