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Foreign Affairs Minister Speaks with Iran's Foreign Minister, Emphasising Importance of De-escalation and Safety of Canadian Citizens
Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand says Canada's desire is to see the situation involving Iran de-escalate and to ensure the safety of Canadians in the region. Anand spoke briefly with reporters soo...
Jun 23, 2025 Anita Anand in Brussels (CPAC)
Former Premier Remembers John McCallum
Former premier Andrew Furey is expressing his condolences on the passing of former federal cabinet minister John McCallum. McCallum passed away on Saturday at the age of 75. An economist and former di...
Jun 23, 2025 Photo via Facebook
Resident Questions Impact of Planned Sign on Natural Beauty
A resident in the neighbourhood surrounding Bannerman Park is among those questioning the decision to locate a lit St. John's sign, similar to that in other cities, in the park. While some people worr...
Jun 23, 2025 Landmark sign to be erected in Bannerman Park. (City of St. John's)
Running Out of Essential Supplies: Nunatsiavut Government Urges Air Freight Subsidy Following Ferry Delays
The Nunatsiavut Government is calling for an immediate air freight subsidy as the north coast of Labrador faces empty store shelves due to ferry delays. First Minister Melva Williams says some communi...
Jun 23, 2025 Photo via Gov NL
Canada Post Resumes Service Following Fire in Central
Canada Post has resumed full postal services in Badger, Buchans and Millertown as of today. Service was disrupted last week due to wildfires in the area that forced the evacuation of Badger. Residents...
Jun 23, 2025
Unofficial Tours Prompt Transport Canada Warning on Vessel Safety Rules
Transport Canada says all vessels that carry passengers in Canadian waters must comply with applicable regulations under the Canada Shipping Act. Transport Canada was responding to questions raised by...
Jun 23, 2025 Iceberg off Twillingate, (Justin Blackmore)
Province Developing Education Strategy for Home Support, Respite Care Workers
The Department of Health says work is underway to develop and implement an education strategy for those offering home support and respite care for seniors, and adults and children with disabilities. T...
Jun 23, 2025
New Syphilis Awareness Campaign Launched as Case Numbers Rise
The Aids Committee of Newfoundland and Labrador is launching a new syphilis awareness campaign across the province. Outbreaks of the sexually-transmitted bacterial infection have been seen across the ...
Jun 23, 2025
MUN Educator Warns Against Early Introduction of AI in Schools, Cites Critical Thinking Concerns
The Associate Dean of Undergraduate Programs with Memorial University's Faculty of Education is cautioning against the introduction of generative AI in lower grades in the education system. David Gill...
Jun 23, 2025 Kaitlyn Baker / Unsplash
Motorcycle Impounded After Passing Unmarked RNC Car at High Rate of Speed
A man is without his motorcycle after whizzing by an RNC officer on Topsail Road. The officer was heading down the road in an unmarked car around 11:30 yesterday morning when the machine shot past her...
Jun 23, 2025
