Author: Hunter W.

A new rape trial involving Harvey Weinstein has begun in New York, bringing renewed attention to Hollywood’s past culture of power and influence. Prosecutors argue that Weinstein used his position as a leading film producer to exploit women seeking careers in the industry. The case focuses on allegations that he raped aspiring actress Jessica Mann in 2013 at a Manhattan hotel. Prosecutor Candace White told jurors that Mann resisted and repeatedly said no, describing the case as one about “power, control, and manipulation.” Weinstein has pleaded not guilty and denies all accusations of non-consensual sex. This trial marks Weinstein’s third…

An 82-year-old woman from Calgary who went missing earlier this month has been found dead in Saskatchewan, bringing a two-week search to a tragic end.Diane Cooper was reported missing after she left Calgary on April 6 at around 3:30 p.m. Authorities later confirmed that she was last seen in Hoosier, Saskatchewan, on April 7, traveling with her dog.According to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, officers located Cooper’s body on April 19 in a rural area near Kindersley, Saskatchewan. Police said they found her at approximately 7:40 p.m. in the rural municipality of Grandview. They also confirmed that foul play is…

Three countries: Brazil, Mexico, and Spain – have promised to increase humanitarian aid to Cuba as concerns grow over the island’s worsening conditions.Leaders from the three nations made this commitment during a recent meeting in Barcelona. The talks included Pedro Sánchez, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, and Claudia Sheinbaum. Together, they described the situation in Cuba as a “humanitarian crisis” and called for urgent support.In a joint statement, the three governments said they will coordinate efforts to send more supplies, including food and basic goods. They also stressed the need for dialogue based on the United Nations Charter, highlighting that…

On April 20, Chinese President Xi Jinping spoke with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and called for the Strait of Hormuz to remain open to global shipping. The Strait of Hormuz is one of the most important waterways in the world. A large share of global oil passes through it every day. Any disruption can quickly affect energy prices and global markets. During the call, Xi stressed that keeping the waterway open serves the “common interests” of both regional countries and the international community. China depends heavily on oil imports, including crude from Iran, which makes stability in the…

Prime Minister Mark Carney warned that Canada’s close economic ties with the United States have turned into “weaknesses” that the country must fix. He shared this message in a public video, where he spoke directly to Canadians about growing trade risks.Carney pointed to rising tariffs under U.S. President Donald Trump as a major concern. He said the U.S. has increased tariffs to levels not seen since the Great Depression, putting pressure on key Canadian industries like auto, steel, and lumber. These sectors depend heavily on U.S. trade, which makes them vulnerable when policies change.The prime minister stressed that Canada cannot…

Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen made headlines after he spoke French in space during the Artemis II mission, and many Canadians say that small moment carried a big meaning. While traveling toward the Moon, Hansen greeted the world with “Bonjour tout le monde”, becoming the first person to speak French so far from Earth. The moment quickly spread online and drew praise across Canada, especially from French-speaking communities. This came at a sensitive time. Just weeks earlier, Air Canada CEO Michael Rousseau faced strong backlash after he spoke very little French in a public video tribute. Many people saw that as…

A Regina court has sentenced a 19-year-old driver to three years in prison for impaired driving that killed a 13-year-old boy. The punishment reflects the seriousness of the crime, but it also raises a harder question: does the current system do enough to prevent these deaths?The driver, Connor Douglas, crashed his vehicle in July 2025 after drinking alcohol. Court records show his blood-alcohol level reached 140 and 131 mg per 100 mL, far above Canada’s legal limit of 80 mg. The crash killed a young passenger at the scene. The judge accepted a joint sentencing recommendation and added a five-year…

China is pushing for a role in ending the Iran war, but its main goal is clear: protect its interests while securing a stable meeting between Xi Jinping and Donald Trump.Beijing has stepped up diplomacy in recent weeks. Chinese officials have held nearly 30 meetings and calls with regional partners, while envoys traveled across the Middle East to push for a ceasefire. China even helped bring Iran to recent peace talks, according to statements cited by Trump. These actions show that China wants to appear as a constructive global mediator.But this effort is not only about peace.China depends heavily on…

The Iran war has highlighted long-standing gaps in the United Kingdom’s military capacity and raised new pressure on the government to speed up defense reforms. The situation has drawn attention to the gap between Britain’s global commitments and the size of its current forces.Recent events underline the strain. During the conflict, a British base in Cyprus faced a drone incident. Britain deployed a warship to the eastern Mediterranean only after a delay of several weeks, while France, Greece, and Italy sent ships within days. The response fuelled questions about readiness and available naval assets.Britain’s government argues it has begun rebuilding…

Russia’s plan to expand energy supplies to China reflects a strategic shift, but it also exposes a growing dependence that could limit Moscow’s long-term leverage.After Europe moved to phase out Russian energy imports following the 2022 invasion of Ukraine, Russia redirected its oil flows toward Asia. Today, China and India account for roughly 80% of Russia’s crude exports. This is not a temporary adjustment. It is a structural change in how Russia positions itself in global energy markets.Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has made that direction clear, stating that Russia stands ready to increase supplies to China and other partners. At…