Canada’s government now reports a larger shortfall for the first eleven months of the 2025/26 fiscal year, with expenses outpacing income by C$25. 55 billion – an increase from the C$19. 27 billion recorded in the same span last year. The rise comes mainly from a 2. 1 percent jump in program spen
Columbia’s Boone Health system is rushing to open its own heart clinic by May 6 after losing a partnership that lasted over ten years. The split affects around 20, 000 patients who will now receive care from a new team of about three dozen doctors, nurses, and technicians hired specifically for the
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer recently made news by requesting a closer look at past security decisions. The review focuses on a period when Peter Mandelson served as ambassador to the United States. Starmer admitted he was surprised to learn that Mandelson had never officially passed his secu
Columbia Public Schools has tapped Douglass High School Principal Eryca Neville to lead a new role focused on students who need learning options outside traditional classrooms. Neville steps into the executive director of alternative education position after nearly a decade as Douglass High’s top ad
Columbia Public Schools decided not to renew the contract of Carla London, the district’s chief equity officer. The board met in a closed session and voted 6‑1 against the renewal, with only Alvin Cobbins opposing. London has served for over a decade, starting as director of student services and lat
Canada’s National Advisory Committee on Immunization celebrated its 60th year in 2024. For six decades, the group has offered trusted advice for the country’s vaccine programs. In the last ten years, NACI broadened its focus. It now weighs ethics, fairness, practicality, public opinion, and
Columbia woke up to a mild Easter morning, but the skies will change by afternoon. While no heavy rain hits early, scattered showers might sneak in before noon—especially west of the city. The main concern rolls in later, when temperatures peak near 80°F. Forecasters expect a 60% chance of showers a
Columbia’s upcoming board election is almost here, and all four contenders have met the deadline for their financial disclosures. The Missouri Ethics Commission received the reports by 5 p. m. on Monday, giving voters a clear view of each candidate’s fundraising status. There are four hopefuls vy
British audiences have a new obsession with a crime thriller series, reminding them that the UK knows its way around gangster stories. The show, set in London’s criminal underworld, follows a group of ruthless figures locked in a violent rivalry over territory. What started as a completely different
British forces have stepped up their help for Gulf allies facing new threats from Iran. The UK announced it will buy more lightweight missiles to strengthen air defence for both its own troops and regional partners. British fighter jets have already intercepted Iranian drones, but the navy faced c
