The leader of the Parti Québécois says Premier François Legault’s decision to step down has reopened the question of Quebec sovereignty and created an opportunity to reset the province’s political direction. Paul St-Pierre Plamondon said Legault’s tenure demonstrates the limits of seeking greater autonomy within Canada, arguing that Quebec has failed to achieve meaningful gains in key areas such as immigration control and health care after more than seven years under Coalition Avenir Québec rule. Legault founded the CAQ on the idea of moving beyond the long-standing divide between fe

Federal prosecutors are asking a judge to impose a 16-year prison sentence on a Calgary man convicted of participating in the activities of the Islamic State group after travelling to Syria more than a decade ago. Jamal Borhot, now 35, was found guilty in December of three counts related to involvement with a listed terrorist organization. The court heard Borhot travelled to Syria in 2013 and knowingly assisted ISIS while the group was carrying out widespread violence across the region. During sentencing submissions, the Crown said Borhot was not a passive supporter. Prosecutors told the court

Political activity in Punjab has intensified as parties begin positioning themselves ahead of the 2027 state Assembly elections. In this context, the Bharatiya Janata Party has taken another step to strengthen its organisational base in the state. On Friday, former Congress Member of Parliament Jagmeet Brar formally joined the BJP in the presence of Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Saini. He was joined by Omkar Sidhu, former officer on special duty to Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, senior Shiromani Akali Dal leader Charanjit Brar, and Jagmeet Brar’s brother Ripjeet Singh Brar. BJP leaders

Abbotsford police have turned over an investigation into a death at a local hotel to the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team. Police say officers were called to a report of suspicious circumstances at a hotel along Marshall Road near Clearbrook Road. When patrol members arrived, they located a deceased person inside one of the hotel rooms. Investigators believe the incident was isolated to that room and say there is no ongoing risk to the public. Police have also stated there is no connection between this case and recent extortion related incidents reported elsewhere in the Fraser Valley. O

Prime Minister Mark Carney says he discussed Greenland’s future and broader Arctic sovereignty issues during a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, amid ongoing international attention on the strategic importance of the Arctic region. Carney told reporters the conversation included concerns about recent statements by the U.S. president regarding Greenland, emphasizing Canada’s view that decisions about the territory’s future should rest with the people of Greenland themselves. He said he found “significant alignment” with Xi on the principle of respecting sovereignty

Renowned singer-rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh finds himself at the center of a fresh controversy following a recent concert in Delhi. During the performance, he made inappropriate remarks from the stage, using the chilly weather as a pretext, while fans recorded the incident, capturing his provocative behavior aimed at the youth. The incident quickly caught the attention of Punjabi singer Jasbir Jassi, who expressed his outrage in a video response. "Yo Yo Honey Singh has crossed all limits," Jassi declared. "I didn’t want to speak out, but his behavior is unacceptable and must be addressed.

The story of Adolescence may be far from finished. The Netflix series, which struck a deep emotional chord with both parents and children for its realistic take on modern-day upbringing, is now sparking fresh excitement about a possible second season. Originally created as a limited series, Adolescence made a strong impact by reflecting today’s challenges—screen dependency, emotional gaps, peer pressure, and the evolving parent-child relationship. Its honest storytelling resonated widely, especially with families navigating similar realities in everyday life. The buzz around Adolescence 2

Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos is one of the most awaited films of 2026. The movie is produced by Aamir Khan Productions, a banner known for popular films like Lagaan, Dangal and Taare Zameen Par. This time, the production house brings a fun spy comedy to theatres. The film stars comedian and actor Vir Das in the lead role and also marks his first film as a director. The trailer and songs have already created strong buzz among fans. Before the release, Vir Das shared a funny post on social media, revealing that the film has received an ‘A’ certificate from the censor board. Joking about

The teaser of Kannada actor Yash’s upcoming film Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups has landed in trouble. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Women’s Wing has filed a complaint with the Karnataka State Women’s Commission, saying the teaser shows objectionable scenes. The teaser was released on January 8, the same day as Yash’s 40th birthday. It became popular quickly because of its stylish look and bold visuals. One short scene showing Yash with a woman inside a car upset some viewers. According to reports, the AAP Women’s Wing said the visuals are inappropriate and can have a bad effect o

Sixteen-year-old actor Owen Cooper has made history by winning a Golden Globe for his role in the Netflix series Adolescence. He won the award for Best Supporting Actor in a TV Series at the Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills, California. With this win, Owen became the youngest actor ever to win a Golden Globe in this category. Owen has also achieved something very special. He is the youngest male actor to win a Golden Globe, an Emmy Award, and a Critics’ Choice Award one after the other. Earlier this month, he won the Critics’ Choice Award for Adolescence. Last year, he also became th