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DNA Evidence Links Deceased U.S. Sex Offender to Cold Cases in Canada: 4 Victims Identified

Calgary, Alberta, Canada – Police in Canada have made a significant breakthrough in a cold case investigation involving the killings of two women and two teens almost 50 years ago. Through the use of DNA evidence, authorities have connected a deceased convicted U.S. sex offender to the murders and are now exploring the possibility of his involvement in other unsolved homicides or sexual assaults in western Canada. Eva Dvorak, Patricia “Patsy” McQueen, Melissa Rehorek, and …

Exploitative Schools Preying on Indian Students in Canada, Says Indian High Commissioner

Montreal, Canada – Indian High Commissioner Sanjay Kumar Verma has raised concerns over the exploitation and tragic deaths of international students in Canada. Verma emphasized the need to rebuild Canada’s reputation as a preferred destination for bright minds, citing the detrimental impact of unethical practices in educational institutions on Indian students. Verma highlighted that a significant number of Indian students have been victims of exploitation by fraudulent schools, leading to tragic consequences. The exploitation of …

India’s High Commissioner Urges Canada to Rebuild Reputation as Safe Destination for International Students after Exploitation Scandals

OTTAWA, Canada – The High Commissioner of India to Canada, Sanjay Kumar Verma, emphasized the need to rebuild Canada’s brand as a preferred destination for bright minds, highlighting the exploitation and tragic deaths of international students in the country. Verma expressed concern over the exploitation of Indian students in Canada, stating that this exploitation undermines the technological advancements both countries could achieve through collaboration. Verma’s comments come amid increased scrutiny of Canada’s international student program, …

Canada on high alert as Israel-Hamas war leads to spike in extremist rhetoric and potential violence

Toronto, Canada – The ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict has sparked concerns about rising tensions and violent rhetoric among extremist actors in Canada, according to the Canadian Security Intelligence Service. Recently released documents reveal discussions between the spy agency, federal officials, and leaders from Muslim and Jewish communities regarding the reported increase in hate crimes linked to the conflict. The agency has noted a surge in violent rhetoric from extremist groups since the Hamas attack, raising fears …

Three Indian Nationals Charged in Murder of Sikh Separatist Leader in Canada Sparks Diplomatic Row

Toronto, Canada – Three Indian nationals have been arrested and charged with the killing of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada, resulting in a significant diplomatic dispute between the two nations. Nijjar, 45, was fatally shot by masked gunmen in a Vancouver suburb last June, prompting Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to suggest India’s government may have been involved, sparking vehement denial from Delhi. The arrests of Karan Brar, Kamal Preet Singh, and Karan …

Canada arrests 3 Indian suspects in killing of Khalistani terrorist Nijjar

New Delhi, India: Canadian Police made a significant breakthrough on Friday by apprehending three individuals believed to be involved in the assassination of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Alberta. The killing of Nijjar, a Canadian citizen with ties to India, had led to a strained relationship between India and Canada due to accusations made by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau regarding the involvement of “Indian agents” in the murder. The suspects, Karan Brar, 22, Kamalpreet …

Health Canada Issues Recall on Medical Devices, Including Potentially Deadly OmniLab Advanced Device

Health Canada has issued recalls for several medical devices, including one that poses a potential risk of death in vulnerable patients. The OmniLab Advanced device, commonly used by individuals with sleep apnea, has been flagged for alarm malfunctions that could lead to therapy interruptions and serious health complications, including respiratory failure or death. The agency advises users to be aware of model number 1044278 or any devices with the potential issue. In addition to the …

Syrian Refugee from War-Torn Syria Finds Peace in Canada After Surviving Deadly Rocket Attack

Winnipeg, Manitoba – Ibraheem Sarhan found solace and safety in Canada after surviving a harrowing rocket attack in his war-torn home country of Syria. His journey as a teenage refugee has led him to advocate for the millions of children still enduring the horrors of conflict zones around the world. As a nine-year-old in Damascus when the Syrian war erupted in 2011, Sarhan initially struggled to comprehend the devastation and upheaval caused by the conflict. …

Tragic Mass Murder Shocks Community: Sri Lankan Family Killed in Canada, Father Survives

Toronto, Canada — A devastating tragedy struck a Sri Lankan family in Ottawa, Canada, as Dhanushka Wickramasinghe returned home from work to a horrific sight. His wife and four young children had been brutally killed, with Wickramasinghe himself sustaining injuries in the attack. Despite his injuries, he managed to subdue the suspect, a 19-year-old Sri Lankan student living with the family who has been charged with the murders. The details of the tragic incident unfolded …

Rising Cocaine Use in Canada Linked to Increase in Drug Deaths, New Data Shows

TORONTO, Canada – Data from a recent report by Statistics Canada indicates a rise in cocaine usage among Canadians, contributing to an increase in drug-related deaths. The report focuses on the period from January to May 2022 and suggests a continued overall increase in cocaine levels. Additionally, the report states that drug overdoses in Canada rose by more than 30 percent from 2020 to 2021, with nearly half of the accidental opioid deaths involving a …