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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

Canada and India Forge Big New Trade and Tech Pact

Canada and India have just inked a series of agreements that could shape their economies for years. The talks, held after Canadian leader Mark Carney visited Delhi, resulted in a ten‑year nuclear energy contract and plans to push bilateral trade to $50 billion within five years. The leaders frame

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Feb 24 2026POLITICS

Alaska Keeps Control Over Its Voter Lists

Alaska’s elections are run by Alaskans, not outsiders. A recent discussion has confused people about a deal between the state’s election office and the U. S. Justice Department. The agreement is simply a legal way for the state to share voter information with federal agencies, but it does not give t

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Feb 18 2026POLITICS

Canada Helps Ukraine Fix and Modernise Energy

Canada has decided to give a big boost to Ukraine’s energy field, especially after Russia’s attacks on power plants and gas lines. In a Paris meeting, the two governments announced a new partnership that will bring Canadian oil and gas gear to Ukraine on cheaper terms. The plan also encourages Canad

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Feb 17 2026POLITICS

Canada and India: Strengthening Economic Ties

Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to visit India soon. This trip is part of a bigger plan to boost trade between the two countries. The visit is scheduled for early March, with Carney likely spending March 1-2 in New Delhi. Carney's visit comes at a time when Canada is looking to expand it

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Feb 15 2026POLITICS

Alaska’s $272 Million Health Push: Tight Rules, Big Questions

Alaska’s health department is racing to hand out a hefty $272 million grant by October, a chunk of money that comes from a new federal program aimed at fixing rural health care across the country. The state got the largest per‑capita award in the first round of a five‑year plan that will spread $50 

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Feb 15 2026POLITICS

Canada's Stance on Iran: A Shift in Diplomacy

Canada is making waves in international politics with its firm stance on Iran. The country's foreign affairs minister, Anita Anand, made it clear that Canada won't restore diplomatic ties with Iran unless there's a change in government. This statement was made during an interview in Germany, where A

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Feb 10 2026POLITICS

Fresh Faces Needed: Why Alaska Wants Limits on Congress Terms

Alaskans are known for their practical mindset. They care more about how well someone serves than how long they stay in office. This belief has sparked a growing group of lawmakers from both sides of the aisle to push for a constitutional change that would set limits on how many times a person can b

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Jan 29 2026HEALTH

Understanding Suicide Risks in Canada's Diverse Communities

Canada is known for its multicultural society. But this diversity can make things tricky when it comes to mental health. Standard suicide risk assessments might not work well for everyone, especially immigrants and refugees. These groups might show signs of suicidal thoughts differently than people

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Jan 28 2026OPINION

Alaska's Choice: Why One Republican is Backing a Democrat for Senate

Alaska is at a crossroads. A retired diplomat, who once worked with Senator Dan Sullivan, is now supporting Mary Peltola for Senate. This isn't a typical political switch. It's a call to action. The diplomat, who spent years serving the U. S. abroad, has seen firsthand how democracy can crumble. He

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Jan 26 2026BUSINESS

Canada Stands Firm on Trade Promises

Canada is sticking to its word on trade deals. Prime Minister Mark Carney made it clear that Canada won't make new trade agreements with countries that don't have market economies. This statement came after U. S. President Donald Trump warned Canada about facing heavy tariffs if it went ahead with a

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