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Montreal mayor joins mayors of New York, Paris on UN sustainability advisory group

Montreal mayor joins mayors of New York, Paris on UN sustainability advisory group

Montreal Mayor Valérie Plante has joined a new United Nations group to help local and regional governments implement the organization's sustainable development plan.
Biden postpones trip to Colorado to discuss domestic agenda as the Israel-Hamas conflict intensifies

Biden postpones trip to Colorado to discuss domestic agenda as the Israel-Hamas conflict intensifies

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden postponed a trip to Colorado on Monday to stay in Washington and focus on the growing conflict in the Middle East , setting aside an opportunity to pitch his economic accomplishments as he runs for reelection .
New guideline urges doctors to regularly screen for alcohol use disorder

New guideline urges doctors to regularly screen for alcohol use disorder

New guidance to help family doctors detect and manage high-risk drinking addresses a crucial gap in knowledge among both patients and doctors, say its authors, who warn that a common practice to prescribe antidepressants can actually induce cravings
Few Republicans have confidence in elections. It's a long road for one group trying to change that

Few Republicans have confidence in elections. It's a long road for one group trying to change that

SUAMICO, Wis. (AP) — Kim Pytleski could barely sleep the night before. She replayed the PowerPoint slides in her head, packed her notebook and took a deep breath.
Jim Jordan's rapid rise has been cheered by Trump and the far right. Could it soon make him speaker?

Jim Jordan's rapid rise has been cheered by Trump and the far right. Could it soon make him speaker?

WASHINGTON (AP) — Rep. Jim Jordan has such a reputation as a political brawler that former House Speaker John Boehner once said he had never met someone "who spent more time tearing things apart.
Few Republicans have confidence in elections. It's a long road for one group trying to change that

Few Republicans have confidence in elections. It's a long road for one group trying to change that

SUAMICO, Wis. (AP) — Kim Pytleski could barely sleep the night before. She replayed the PowerPoint slides in her head, packed her notebook and took a deep breath.
Global Affairs confirms death of fifth Canadian in Israel after Hamas attacks

Global Affairs confirms death of fifth Canadian in Israel after Hamas attacks

OTTAWA — Global Affairs Canada has confirmed the death of a fifth Canadian in Israel after a series of attacks by Hamas militants, while Canadians in the besieged Gaza Strip still have no way to get out.
Biden and Democrats report raising $71 million-plus for his 2024 race from July through September

Biden and Democrats report raising $71 million-plus for his 2024 race from July through September

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden and the Democratic National Committee raised more than $71 million for his reelection in the three months ending Sept.
Lack of fire mitigation measures may have exacerbated Halifax-area wildfire: report

Lack of fire mitigation measures may have exacerbated Halifax-area wildfire: report

HALIFAX — A report assessing Halifax’s response to a wildfire that destroyed 151 homes found that communications issues caused confusion and a lack of fire mitigation measures may have exacerbated the crisis.
Quebec Liberals won't name new leader until spring 2025

Quebec Liberals won't name new leader until spring 2025

DRUMMONDVILLE, Que. — The Quebec Liberals say they will not select a new leader until the spring of 2025, a decision that has split the party between backers of the only declared candidate and the rest of the general council.