United States (US) President-elect Donald Trump has been floating the idea of making Canada the 51st state of America following his meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in November, but a Canadian lawmaker has now made a cheeky counteroffer to Trump.&nbsp;
Following Trudeau's decision to step down as PM, Trump renewed the offer. On Tuesday (Jan 7) Trudeau denied this would happen.&nbsp;
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Echoing his remarks, a Canadian lawmaker made a cheeky counteroffer to Trump, a report by the New York Post said.&nbsp;
<h2>'How about if we buy...'</h2>
During a press conference on Monday, Ontario Premier Doug Ford was asked about Trump's offer to make Canada a part of the US.
Ford replied, "To the president (Donald Trump), I&rsquo;ll make him a counteroffer. How about if we buy Alaska? And we&rsquo;ll throw in Minnesota and Minneapolis at the same time?&rdquo;
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&ldquo;You know, it&rsquo;s not realistic,&rdquo; he added. Ford also told reporters that Trump might be joking about his offer (to make Canada part of the US), "but under my watch, that will never, ever happen."
<h2>A previous tit-for-tat with Trump&nbsp;</h2>
This is not the first time that Doug Ford has responded bluntly to Donald Trump's remarks about Canada.&nbsp;
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In December, the Ontario premier threatened to cut power to over a million Americans and ban American-made beer over Trump's tariff proposal for Canada.
(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

World | Trending: Ontario Premier Doug Ford made a cheeky counteroffer to Donald Trump, saying how about if Canada buys two American states—Alaska and Minnesota.

United States (US) President-elect Donald Trump has been floating the idea of making Canada the 51st state of America following his meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in November, but a Canadian lawmaker has now made a cheeky counteroffer to Trump. Following Trudeau's decision to step down as PM, Trump renewed the offer. On Tuesday (Jan 7) Trudeau denied this would happen. Also read | 'Girl, you’re no longer governor...': Musk slams Trudeau for rejecting Trump's Canada-US 'merger' pitch Echoing his remarks, a Canadian lawmaker made a cheeky counteroffer to Trump, a report by the New York Post said. 'How about if we buy...' During a press conference on Monday, Ontario Premier Doug Ford was asked about Trump's offer to make Canada a part of the US. Ford replied, "To the president (Donald Trump), I’ll make him a counteroffer. How about if we buy Alaska? And we’ll throw in Minnesota and Minneapolis at the same time?” Also read | 'Not a snowball's chance in hell': Trudeau responds to Trump's remarks of making Canada 51st US state “You know, it’s not realistic,” he added. Ford also told reporters that Trump might be joking about his offer (to make Canada part of the US), "but under my watch, that will never, ever happen." A previous tit-for-tat with Trump This is not the first time that Doug Ford has responded bluntly to Donald Trump's remarks about Canada. Also read | He was handed script to read...: Trudeau's half brother says Canadian PM wasn't 'one calling plays' while in power In December, the Ontario premier threatened to cut power to over a million Americans and ban American-made beer over Trump's tariff proposal for Canada. (With inputs from agencies)

How about we buy Alaska...?: Canadian lawmaker counters Trump's 51st state offer

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The European Union (EU) said on Wednesday (Jan 8) that it rejected Meta Chief Mark Zuckerberg's charge that the bloc engaged in censorship with its tech regulations.&nbsp;
Addressing a press conference, European Commission Chief Spokesperson Paula Pinho said, "We absolutely refute any claims of censorship on our side."
The European Commission is the EU's politically independent executive arm.&nbsp;
<h2>Meta scraps its US fact-checking programme</h2>
The EU's remarks came a day after Meta scrapped its US fact-checking programme and reduced curbs on discussions around contentious topics such as immigration and gender identity.&nbsp;
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"We're going to get rid of fact-checkers (that) have just been too politically biased and have destroyed more trust than they've created, especially in the US," Zuckerberg said in a post.&nbsp;
Zuckerberg also took a shot at the EU "that has an ever-increasing number of laws institutionalising censorship and making it difficult to build anything innovative there."
The remark referred to new laws in Europe that require Meta and other major platforms to maintain content moderation standards or risk hefty fines.
<h2>Meta's decision criticised by disinformation experts</h2>
Meta's decision to end its US fact-checking programme was criticised by disinformation experts.&nbsp;
Speaking to the news agency AFP, Ross Burley, co-founder of the nonprofit Centre for Information Resilience, said that Meta's decision was "a major step back for content moderation at a time when disinformation and harmful content are evolving faster than ever."
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"While efforts to protect free expression are vital, removing fact-checking without a credible alternative risks opening the floodgates to more harmful narratives," Burley added.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

World: The EU's remarks came a day after Meta scrapped its US fact-checking programme. Mark Zuckerberg criticised the bloc by saying it had an ever-increasing number of laws institutionalising censorship.

The European Union (EU) said on Wednesday (Jan 8) that it rejected Meta Chief Mark Zuckerberg's charge that the bloc engaged in censorship with its tech regulations. Addressing a press conference, European Commission Chief Spokesperson Paula Pinho said, "We absolutely refute any claims of censorship on our side." The European Commission is the EU's politically independent executive arm. Meta scraps its US fact-checking programme The EU's remarks came a day after Meta scrapped its US fact-checking programme and reduced curbs on discussions around contentious topics such as immigration and gender identity. Also read | Meta to toss out factcheckers to reduce censorship, restore 'free expression' "We're going to get rid of fact-checkers (that) have just been too politically biased and have destroyed more trust than they've created, especially in the US," Zuckerberg said in a post. Zuckerberg also took a shot at the EU "that has an ever-increasing number of laws institutionalising censorship and making it difficult to build anything innovative there." The remark referred to new laws in Europe that require Meta and other major platforms to maintain content moderation standards or risk hefty fines. Meta's decision criticised by disinformation experts Meta's decision to end its US fact-checking programme was criticised by disinformation experts. Speaking to the news agency AFP, Ross Burley, co-founder of the nonprofit Centre for Information Resilience, said that Meta's decision was "a major step back for content moderation at a time when disinformation and harmful content are evolving faster than ever." Also read | 'Bending of knee to Trump', say critics as Meta CEO ditches fact-checking "While efforts to protect free expression are vital, removing fact-checking without a credible alternative risks opening the floodgates to more harmful narratives," Burley added. (With inputs from agencies)

'We absolutely refute...': EU rejects Meta chief Mark Zuckerberg's censorship claim

Justin Trudeau's half-brother Kyle Kemper said on Tuesday (Jan 7) that the Canadian Prime Minister wasn't the "one actually calling the plays" during his term.&nbsp;
Speaking to the TV show "Just the News, No Noise," Kemper said that Trudeau "was basically handed a script to read...and he's kind of the quarterback."
"Him (Trudeau) resigning is like the quarterback retiring in this scenario....those calling the plays will still continue to call the plays," Kemper added.&nbsp;
<h2>'We're already the 51st state'</h2>
Kemper, who shares mother Margaret with Justin Trudeau, pointed out a few weeks back that Canada was already becoming the 51st state of the United States (US).
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"Canada as a single state doesn&rsquo;t make sense&hellip;as 10 however&hellip;.," Kemper said in a response to a poll which asked if Canada should be America's 51st state.
US President-elect Donald Trump, who has never had a good relationship with Justin Trudeau, has been floating the idea of making Canada a part of the US since he met the Canadian PM following his victory in the November 5 US presidential election.
Thereafter, Trump has been mentioning this issue on his social media posts several times.
Hours after Trudeau announced that he would resign as PM, Trump renewed his offer of making Canada part of America.&nbsp;
<h2>'There isn't a snowball chance'</h2>
On Tuesday, Justin Trudeau dismissed Trump's suggestion that he might use "economic force" to make Canada the 51st state of the US.
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"There isn't a snowball's chance in hell that Canada would become part of the United States," Trudeau said in a post on X.
"Workers and communities in both our countries benefit from being each other's biggest trading and security partner," he added.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

World | Trending News: Kemper's remarks came weeks after he pointed out that Canada was already becoming the 51st state of the United States (US). 

Justin Trudeau's half-brother Kyle Kemper said on Tuesday (Jan 7) that the Canadian Prime Minister wasn't the "one actually calling the plays" during his term. Speaking to the TV show "Just the News, No Noise," Kemper said that Trudeau "was basically handed a script to read...and he's kind of the quarterback." "Him (Trudeau) resigning is like the quarterback retiring in this scenario....those calling the plays will still continue to call the plays," Kemper added. 'We're already the 51st state' Kemper, who shares mother Margaret with Justin Trudeau, pointed out a few weeks back that Canada was already becoming the 51st state of the United States (US). Also read | 'Girl, you’re no longer governor...': Musk slams Trudeau for rejecting Canada-US 'merger' pitch by Trump "Canada as a single state doesn’t make sense…as 10 however….," Kemper said in a response to a poll which asked if Canada should be America's 51st state. US President-elect Donald Trump, who has never had a good relationship with Justin Trudeau, has been floating the idea of making Canada a part of the US since he met the Canadian PM following his victory in the November 5 US presidential election. Thereafter, Trump has been mentioning this issue on his social media posts several times. Hours after Trudeau announced that he would resign as PM, Trump renewed his offer of making Canada part of America. 'There isn't a snowball chance' On Tuesday, Justin Trudeau dismissed Trump's suggestion that he might use "economic force" to make Canada the 51st state of the US. Also read | 'Not a snowball's chance in hell': Trudeau responds to Trump's remarks of making Canada 51st US state "There isn't a snowball's chance in hell that Canada would become part of the United States," Trudeau said in a post on X. "Workers and communities in both our countries benefit from being each other's biggest trading and security partner," he added. (With inputs from agencies)

He was handed script to read...: Trudeau's half brother says Canadian PM wasn't 'one calling plays' while in power

The Ukrainian military said on Wednesday (Jan 8) that its forces hit a Russian oil depot which was used by Moscow's air force.&nbsp;
In a statement on social media, the Ukrainian general staff said that the military hit the oil depot in Engels in the Saratov region.&nbsp;
"This oil depot provided fuel to the Engels-2 military airfield, where enemy strategic aviation is based," the statement added.
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A report by the news agency AFP said that the attack was the latest in a series of escalating cross border strikes by Moscow and Kyiv targeting energy and military facilities.
<h2>Russia acknowledges attack in Saratov</h2>
Earlier, Russian officials acknowledged in statements that Ukraine attacked in the Saratov region with unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
The Russian defence ministry said that its air defence systems had downed 32 Ukrainian drones overnight, including 11 over Saratov.&nbsp;
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The region's Roman Busargin said that an emergency response team had been dispatched to an industrial facility where a fire had broken out after a Ukrainian drone attack, without elaborating on the type of facility hit. No injuries were reported.&nbsp;
<h2>Russia attacks Ukraine with 64 drones</h2>
This attack on the oil depot comes a day after the Ukrainian military said that Russia launched 64 drones at the country overnight.
Of those&nbsp;drones, Ukraine's air force shot down 41, while 22 "imitator&nbsp;drones" did not reach their targets, the air force added.
(With inputs from agencies)

The Ukrainian military said that oil depot provided fuel to the Engels-2 military airfield, where Russian strategic aviation is based. 

The Ukrainian military said on Wednesday (Jan 8) that its forces hit a Russian oil depot which was used by Moscow's air force. In a statement on social media, the Ukrainian general staff said that the military hit the oil depot in Engels in the Saratov region. "This oil depot provided fuel to the Engels-2 military airfield, where enemy strategic aviation is based," the statement added. Also read | Ukraine backtracks on Kursk 'new offensive' claims; Russia says captured key town Kurakhove A report by the news agency AFP said that the attack was the latest in a series of escalating cross border strikes by Moscow and Kyiv targeting energy and military facilities. Russia acknowledges attack in Saratov Earlier, Russian officials acknowledged in statements that Ukraine attacked in the Saratov region with unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The Russian defence ministry said that its air defence systems had downed 32 Ukrainian drones overnight, including 11 over Saratov. Also read | 'Inhuman terrorist act': Moscow accuses Ukraine of 'deliberately' killing Russian journalist in drone strike The region's Roman Busargin said that an emergency response team had been dispatched to an industrial facility where a fire had broken out after a Ukrainian drone attack, without elaborating on the type of facility hit. No injuries were reported. Russia attacks Ukraine with 64 drones This attack on the oil depot comes a day after the Ukrainian military said that Russia launched 64 drones at the country overnight. Of those drones, Ukraine's air force shot down 41, while 22 "imitator drones" did not reach their targets, the air force added. (With inputs from agencies)

Ukrainian military hits Russian oil depot used by Moscow's air force

More than a week after the United Nations (UN) accused Israel of destroying the healthcare system in the Gaza Strip, a famous Palestinian Cola brand will rebuild a hospital in northern Gaza, according to British media reports on Wednesday (Jan 8).&nbsp;
Palestinian activist Osama Qashoo, the founder of Gaza Cola, is hoping to use profits earned from the brand to build the al Karama hospital, which has been reduced to rubble.
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Speaking to The Guardian, Qashoo said he chose this hospital as it was relatively small, quite manageable, and doesn't cost a lot of money.&nbsp;
<h2>'...we have to dream'</h2>
Qashoo could not put a figure on how much money would be spent to rebuild the al Karama Hospital or when the construction might happen.&nbsp;
&ldquo;We are allowed to have an imagination &hellip; we have to dream, otherwise we can&rsquo;t live,&rdquo; he said. Qashoo highlighted that he has already been looking into the best medical equipment and its design.&nbsp;
However, for the time being, Gaza Cola has built a field hospital in another location in Gaza using parachutes left behind from airdrops for a makeshift shelter.&nbsp;
<h2>A look at Gaza Cola</h2>
Gaza Cola is a product of Palestine House, London. The beverage is a Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) movement-friendly product.
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The BDS movement works to end international support for Israel's oppression of Palestinians and pressure Israel to comply with international law.
According to Gaza Cola's website, all profits are directed towards rebuilding hospitals in Gaza.&nbsp;
<h2>A boycott of companies friendly towards Israel</h2>
Since the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza began on&nbsp;October 7, 2023, consumers in several Muslim-majority countries have avoided products from companies they perceive as friendly towards Israel.
A few companies which have been boycotted include Coca-Cola, Pepsi, and McDonald's.
Gaza Cola has become a preferred alternative among people criticising Israel's offensive in Gaza. But it's not just Gaza Cola, the boycott of Coca-Cola and Pepsi in countries across West Asia has already proven to be good news for local soft drink brands. 
(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Gaza Cola is a product of Palestine House, London. All the profits from the brand are directed towards rebuilding hospitals in the Gaza Strip. 

More than a week after the United Nations (UN) accused Israel of destroying the healthcare system in the Gaza Strip, a famous Palestinian Cola brand will rebuild a hospital in northern Gaza, according to British media reports on Wednesday (Jan 8). Palestinian activist Osama Qashoo, the founder of Gaza Cola, is hoping to use profits earned from the brand to build the al Karama hospital, which has been reduced to rubble. Also read | Hamas releases video of teen Israeli hostage held in Gaza urging Netanyahu's govt to secure release Speaking to The Guardian, Qashoo said he chose this hospital as it was relatively small, quite manageable, and doesn't cost a lot of money. '...we have to dream' Qashoo could not put a figure on how much money would be spent to rebuild the al Karama Hospital or when the construction might happen. “We are allowed to have an imagination … we have to dream, otherwise we can’t live,” he said. Qashoo highlighted that he has already been looking into the best medical equipment and its design. However, for the time being, Gaza Cola has built a field hospital in another location in Gaza using parachutes left behind from airdrops for a makeshift shelter. A look at Gaza Cola Gaza Cola is a product of Palestine House, London. The beverage is a Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) movement-friendly product. Also read | Gaza hospital chief arrested by Israel becomes symbol of collapsing healthcare system The BDS movement works to end international support for Israel's oppression of Palestinians and pressure Israel to comply with international law. According to Gaza Cola's website, all profits are directed towards rebuilding hospitals in Gaza. A boycott of companies friendly towards Israel Since the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza began on October 7, 2023, consumers in several Muslim-majority countries have avoided products from companies they perceive as friendly towards Israel. A few companies which have been boycotted include Coca-Cola, Pepsi, and McDonald's. Gaza Cola has become a preferred alternative among people criticising Israel's offensive in Gaza. But it's not just Gaza Cola, the boycott of Coca-Cola and Pepsi in countries across West Asia has already proven to be good news for local soft drink brands. (With inputs from agencies)

Famous cola brand launched by Palestinian activist to rebuild hospital destroyed in war-torn Gaza

More and more politicians in Canada are eyeing to become the next prime minister after Justin Trudeau announced his resignation on Monday.
The latest to join the PM race is economist and Liberal Party leader Mark Carney, who served as the former governor of the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England (BoE).
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In a statement quoted by Bloomberg, Carney said he would be considering the decision to become prime minister "closely with my family over the coming days."
<h2>A long contender for prime&nbsp;minister's post</h2>
Carney, 59, is often regarded as a "rock star" central banker. He had worked as an adviser for Trudeau.&nbsp;
Carney has long been considered a contender for the PM's post.&nbsp;
During his tenure as the governor of the Bank of Canada (from 2007-2013), and the BoE (from 2013-2020), Carney played an influential role.
A recent report by BBC said that Carney also led efforts to support the UK economy through its exit from the European Union and the outbreak of Covid.
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But his knowledge is not just limited to the world of economics. The 59-year-old is currently serving as the United Nations (UN) special envoy for climate action and finance.
<h2>What do opinion polls suggest?</h2>
Carney&rsquo;s supporters see him as having the experience to guide Canada through a period of instability.&nbsp;
Days before Justin Trudeau announced his decision to step down, opinion polls suggested that Carney was in second place among candidates likely to replace Trudeau.
Speculations about the 59-year-old seeking high office grew in recent months as Trudeau&rsquo;s popularity plummeted amid record inflation, an acute housing crisis, high food prices, and voter fatigue.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)
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World: Liberal Party leader Mark Carney has long been considered a contender for the PM's post. Carney’s supporters see him as having the experience to guide Canada through a period of instability. 

More and more politicians in Canada are eyeing to become the next prime minister after Justin Trudeau announced his resignation on Monday. The latest to join the PM race is economist and Liberal Party leader Mark Carney, who served as the former governor of the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England (BoE). Also read | THIS fast food joint in Canada slashes burger prices to celebrate Trudeau's resignation: Reports In a statement quoted by Bloomberg, Carney said he would be considering the decision to become prime minister "closely with my family over the coming days." A long contender for prime minister's post Carney, 59, is often regarded as a "rock star" central banker. He had worked as an adviser for Trudeau. Carney has long been considered a contender for the PM's post. During his tenure as the governor of the Bank of Canada (from 2007-2013), and the BoE (from 2013-2020), Carney played an influential role. A recent report by BBC said that Carney also led efforts to support the UK economy through its exit from the European Union and the outbreak of Covid. Also read | Who is Anita Anand, Indian-origin leader among contenders for next Canada PM? But his knowledge is not just limited to the world of economics. The 59-year-old is currently serving as the United Nations (UN) special envoy for climate action and finance. What do opinion polls suggest? Carney’s supporters see him as having the experience to guide Canada through a period of instability. Days before Justin Trudeau announced his decision to step down, opinion polls suggested that Carney was in second place among candidates likely to replace Trudeau. Speculations about the 59-year-old seeking high office grew in recent months as Trudeau’s popularity plummeted amid record inflation, an acute housing crisis, high food prices, and voter fatigue. (With inputs from agencies)

Canada PM race: 'Rock star' central banker Mark Carney considering to run for top job

Before carrying out the truck attack in Louisiana's New Orleans on January 1, suspect Shamsud-din Jabbar meticulously planned the rampage that killed 14 people.&nbsp;
Citing investigators, a report by CNN early Tuesday (Jan 7) said that Jabbar had been preparing for the Bourbon Street attack for months.
Jabbar was a US Army veteran with a service record of 13 years. Hours before the attack, he had posted videos on social media that he was inspired by the Islamic State and expressed a desire to kill.
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The accused was killed by the police after he exited the truck and opened fire on responding officers.
<h2>How was the rampage planned?</h2>
&gt; As per the CNN report, Jabbar visited New Orleans at least twice in months before the attack, in October and November. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Jabbar stayed in an Airbnb starting from October 30. The stay lasted for at least two days.
&gt; The FBI said that during his visit to New Orleans in October, the man used Meta smart glasses. These glasses are capable of taking photos and videos and use artificial intelligence (AI) to answer questions about an area's surroundings.
&gt; Jabbar rented the Airbnb in the St. Roch neighbourhood about 1.5 miles away from the scene of the attack. He set fire to the rental about 15 minutes after midnight on January 1, just before leaving to carry out the truck attack.
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&gt; After leaving the Airbnb, he placed two improvised explosive devices (IEDs), in coolers on Bourbon Street. CNN reported that he placed one in a rolling cooler and the other in a bucket cooler and left them in the street.
&gt; However, neither of the IEDs detonated. Officials pointed out that the attacker constructed the IEDs using commonly found explosives in the US.
&gt; The FBI said that before entering New Orleans on December 31, Jabbar visited a gun store in Texas, and then another store from where he bought the ice coolers to place the IEDs.
&gt; He earlier rented an electric Ford F-150 pickup truck in Houston using the private vehicle rental website Turo and picked it up on December 30. This truck was used in the attack.
(With inputs from agencies)

World | Trending: Jabbar visited New Orleans at least twice in months before the attack, in Oct and Nov. He scouted the area, and set on fire the Airbnb he was living in before the attack. 

Before carrying out the truck attack in Louisiana's New Orleans on January 1, suspect Shamsud-din Jabbar meticulously planned the rampage that killed 14 people. Citing investigators, a report by CNN early Tuesday (Jan 7) said that Jabbar had been preparing for the Bourbon Street attack for months. Jabbar was a US Army veteran with a service record of 13 years. Hours before the attack, he had posted videos on social media that he was inspired by the Islamic State and expressed a desire to kill. Also read | Good evening, I'm Shamsud-Din Jabbar: Footage emerges of New Orleans truck attack accused offering real estate services The accused was killed by the police after he exited the truck and opened fire on responding officers. How was the rampage planned? > As per the CNN report, Jabbar visited New Orleans at least twice in months before the attack, in October and November. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Jabbar stayed in an Airbnb starting from October 30. The stay lasted for at least two days. > The FBI said that during his visit to New Orleans in October, the man used Meta smart glasses. These glasses are capable of taking photos and videos and use artificial intelligence (AI) to answer questions about an area's surroundings. > Jabbar rented the Airbnb in the St. Roch neighbourhood about 1.5 miles away from the scene of the attack. He set fire to the rental about 15 minutes after midnight on January 1, just before leaving to carry out the truck attack. Also read | New Orleans terror attack could have been prevented? Shocking reports reveal warnings > After leaving the Airbnb, he placed two improvised explosive devices (IEDs), in coolers on Bourbon Street. CNN reported that he placed one in a rolling cooler and the other in a bucket cooler and left them in the street. > However, neither of the IEDs detonated. Officials pointed out that the attacker constructed the IEDs using commonly found explosives in the US. > The FBI said that before entering New Orleans on December 31, Jabbar visited a gun store in Texas, and then another store from where he bought the ice coolers to place the IEDs. > He earlier rented an electric Ford F-150 pickup truck in Houston using the private vehicle rental website Turo and picked it up on December 30. This truck was used in the attack. (With inputs from agencies)

New Orleans truck attack | Scouting city, burning Airbnb...: Here's how suspect planned rampage

An outlet of the famous American fast food joint Dairy Queen in Canada's Langley is reportedly offering burgers at cheap prices to celebrate the resignation of Justin Trudeau from the prime&nbsp;minister's post.&nbsp;
According to Canadian media reports on Monday (Jan 6), Dairy Queen Langley was offering the "Trudeau resignation special" with $1.40 burgers (CA$2).
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Made it to Dairy Queen in Langley City with my buddy Augustino to grab the $2 burger deal. Guess even Justin Trudeau&rsquo;s resignation is finally helping Canadians save a buck&mdash;took him long enough! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TrudeauResignation?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TrudeauResignation</a> <a href="https://t.co/u6knVsEAMa">pic.twitter.com/u6knVsEAMa</a>
&mdash; Harman Bhangu (@HarmanBhanguBC) <a href="https://twitter.com/HarmanBhanguBC/status/1876429139479335039?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 7, 2025</a></blockquote>

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The reports said that apart from the cheap burgers, the fast food joint was also offering Poutine (a dish made of french fries, topped with cheese curds and gravy) at $3.49.
<h2>Trudeau resigns as Liberal Party leader, will stay on as PM for time being</h2>
On Monday, Justin Trudeau announced that he was stepping down as the leader of the Liberal Party but would continue his PM duties until a new leader was appointed.
Addressing a press conference, Trudeau, who had been in power for nearly a decade, said, "I don&rsquo;t easily back down faced with a fight, especially a very important one for our party and the country. But I do this job because the interests of Canadians and the well-being of democracy&rdquo; are &ldquo;something that I hold dear.&rdquo;
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He said the parliament, which had been due to resume on January 27, would be suspended until March 24. The timing will allow for a Liberal Party leadership race.
Trudeau announced his decision after there was rising discontent over his leadership and growing turmoil within his government signalled by the departure of his finance minister, Chrystia Freeland.
<h2>'Trudeau resigned because...'</h2>
Meanwhile, Trudeau's decision to continue as PM till a new leader was appointed came as Canada braced for the start of the second Donald Trump administration in the United States (US) and the Republican's threats of 25 per cent tariffs on imports from Canada.
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After Trudeau&rsquo;s announcement, Trump, who for weeks has referred to Canada as the 51st state, did so again and claimed on social media that the prime minister resigned because Ottawa relies on subsidies from Washington to stay afloat.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

World news | Trending: On Monday, Justin Trudeau announced that he was resigning as the Prime Minister and leader of the Liberal Party and would continue his duties until a new leader is chosen.

An outlet of the famous American fast food joint Dairy Queen in Canada's Langley is reportedly offering burgers at cheap prices to celebrate the resignation of Justin Trudeau from the prime minister's post. According to Canadian media reports on Monday (Jan 6), Dairy Queen Langley was offering the "Trudeau resignation special" with $1.40 burgers (CA$2). Made it to Dairy Queen in Langley City with my buddy Augustino to grab the $2 burger deal. Guess even Justin Trudeau’s resignation is finally helping Canadians save a buck—took him long enough! #TrudeauResignation pic.twitter.com/u6knVsEAMa — Harman Bhangu (@HarmanBhanguBC) January 7, 2025 Also read | Trudeau’s resignation speech notes blow away ahead of announcement; 'I'll wing it' The reports said that apart from the cheap burgers, the fast food joint was also offering Poutine (a dish made of french fries, topped with cheese curds and gravy) at $3.49. Trudeau resigns as Liberal Party leader, will stay on as PM for time being On Monday, Justin Trudeau announced that he was stepping down as the leader of the Liberal Party but would continue his PM duties until a new leader was appointed. Addressing a press conference, Trudeau, who had been in power for nearly a decade, said, "I don’t easily back down faced with a fight, especially a very important one for our party and the country. But I do this job because the interests of Canadians and the well-being of democracy” are “something that I hold dear.” SPOTTED in Langley BC Dairy Queen is offering $2 burgers to celebrate the RESIGNATION of Justin Trudeau pic.twitter.com/tZz44Toogn — The Pleb 🌍 Reporter (@truckdriverpleb) January 6, 2025 He said the parliament, which had been due to resume on January 27, would be suspended until March 24. The timing will allow for a Liberal Party leadership race. Trudeau announced his decision after there was rising discontent over his leadership and growing turmoil within his government signalled by the departure of his finance minister, Chrystia Freeland. 'Trudeau resigned because...' Meanwhile, Trudeau's decision to continue as PM till a new leader was appointed came as Canada braced for the start of the second Donald Trump administration in the United States (US) and the Republican's threats of 25 per cent tariffs on imports from Canada. Also read | Trump reiterates proposal to make Canada 51st State after Trudeau resigns After Trudeau’s announcement, Trump, who for weeks has referred to Canada as the 51st state, did so again and claimed on social media that the prime minister resigned because Ottawa relies on subsidies from Washington to stay afloat. (With inputs from agencies)

THIS fast food joint in Canada slashes burger prices to celebrate Trudeau's resignation: Reports

A woman in Brazil has been arrested after she fed an arsenic-laced Christmas cake to her family, poisoning many relatives.
Police said that three women died and three other relatives fell ill after eating the cake during a family get-together on December 23 in the town of Torres.
<h2>Who is the accused woman?</h2>
Though the identity of the accused woman has not yet been revealed, Brazilian media reported that she was the daughter-in-law of the woman who prepared the cake.
Expert analyses found high levels of arsenic, a naturally occurring and extremely toxic element, in the victims' blood, the remaining slices of cake, and the flour used to bake it.
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Forensic police director of the southern state of Rio Grande do Sul, Marguet Mittman, said on Monday that very high concentrations of arsenic were found in the three victims who died.
"To give an idea, 35 micrograms are enough to cause the death of a person. In one of the victims there was a concentration 350 times higher," Mittman said.
<h2>'Cake had a spicy and unpleasant flavour'</h2>
Addressing a press conference, the police official in charge of the investigation, Marcos Veloso said that there was strong evidence incriminating the accused woman who was arrested.
Veloso said the family members had noticed a "spicy" and "unpleasant" flavour in the cake. The woman who baked the cake asked them to stop eating it, but it was too late.
As for the motive behind poisoning the cake, the police official pointed out that the family had a "very harmonious" relationship but with long-standing differences that could explain the origin of the crime.
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Meanwhile, news agency AFP reported that the police also requested the exhumation of the body of the late husband of the woman who prepared the cake.
The man's death in September last year was attributed to food poisoning and was not probed.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

The identity of the accused woman is not yet known. The police said during a press conference that the family members noticed a "spicy" and "unpleasant" flavour in the cake. 

A woman in Brazil has been arrested after she fed an arsenic-laced Christmas cake to her family, poisoning many relatives. Police said that three women died and three other relatives fell ill after eating the cake during a family get-together on December 23 in the town of Torres. Who is the accused woman? Though the identity of the accused woman has not yet been revealed, Brazilian media reported that she was the daughter-in-law of the woman who prepared the cake. Expert analyses found high levels of arsenic, a naturally occurring and extremely toxic element, in the victims' blood, the remaining slices of cake, and the flour used to bake it. Also read | Chinese workers discovered in exploitative conditions at BYD factory site in Brazil Forensic police director of the southern state of Rio Grande do Sul, Marguet Mittman, said on Monday that very high concentrations of arsenic were found in the three victims who died. "To give an idea, 35 micrograms are enough to cause the death of a person. In one of the victims there was a concentration 350 times higher," Mittman said. 'Cake had a spicy and unpleasant flavour' Addressing a press conference, the police official in charge of the investigation, Marcos Veloso said that there was strong evidence incriminating the accused woman who was arrested. Veloso said the family members had noticed a "spicy" and "unpleasant" flavour in the cake. The woman who baked the cake asked them to stop eating it, but it was too late. As for the motive behind poisoning the cake, the police official pointed out that the family had a "very harmonious" relationship but with long-standing differences that could explain the origin of the crime. Also read | Bridge collapse in Brazil: Sulfuric acid spills into river, triggers ecological crisis Meanwhile, news agency AFP reported that the police also requested the exhumation of the body of the late husband of the woman who prepared the cake. The man's death in September last year was attributed to food poisoning and was not probed. (With inputs from agencies)

Brazilian woman arrested for feeding arsenic-laced Christmas cake to kin

<h3>Trigger warning: Some readers may find the details of this report disturbing. Discretion is advised.&nbsp;</h3>
Tragic news has emerged from the Indian city of Bengaluru where a techie and his wife were found dead after they allegedly killed their two minor children&mdash;a five-year-old daughter and a two-year-old son, the news agency PTI reported on Monday (Jan 6), citing the police.&nbsp;
The police suspect that the couple poisoned their children before they killed themselves. As per the report, the man and the woman were found hanging in their house.
<h2>Family hailed from UP's Prayagraj</h2>
PTI reported that the family hailed from Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. They had been living in Bengaluru for about two years now. The man worked as a software consultant at a private firm.
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The incident came to light on Monday morning when the house help came for work.&nbsp;
Police sources told PTI that after not receiving a response despite repeated attempts, the house help alerted the neighbours and cops were informed.
Cops found the bodies as they entered the house.
<h2>The probable reasons for taking the extreme step</h2>
Though the official cause for the couple to kill their kids and then die by suicide is not yet known, police sources said that one of the reasons could be an unfruitful financial transaction.
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The man was said to have lent money to someone for a business or land dealing but got cheated. He has apparently written an e-mail about it to his brother, which needs to be ascertained, the sources added.
The couple were also apparently disturbed about their daughter, who was said to be suffering from some disabilities.
A case has been registered, and a probe was launched.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

India News | Trending: Citing police sources, a report by the news agency PTI said that one of the reasons for the extreme could be an unfruitful financial transaction.

Trigger warning: Some readers may find the details of this report disturbing. Discretion is advised. Tragic news has emerged from the Indian city of Bengaluru where a techie and his wife were found dead after they allegedly killed their two minor children—a five-year-old daughter and a two-year-old son, the news agency PTI reported on Monday (Jan 6), citing the police. The police suspect that the couple poisoned their children before they killed themselves. As per the report, the man and the woman were found hanging in their house. Family hailed from UP's Prayagraj PTI reported that the family hailed from Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. They had been living in Bengaluru for about two years now. The man worked as a software consultant at a private firm. Also read | Family, in-laws of Delhi cafe owner who died by suicide, to be questioned by police The incident came to light on Monday morning when the house help came for work. Police sources told PTI that after not receiving a response despite repeated attempts, the house help alerted the neighbours and cops were informed. Cops found the bodies as they entered the house. The probable reasons for taking the extreme step Though the official cause for the couple to kill their kids and then die by suicide is not yet known, police sources said that one of the reasons could be an unfruitful financial transaction. Also read | Indian boy dies by suicide after being invited to birthday party, stripped, urinated upon The man was said to have lent money to someone for a business or land dealing but got cheated. He has apparently written an e-mail about it to his brother, which needs to be ascertained, the sources added. The couple were also apparently disturbed about their daughter, who was said to be suffering from some disabilities. A case has been registered, and a probe was launched. (With inputs from agencies)

Techie in India's Bengaluru, his wife found hanging after allegedly killing their kids: Report

In just a few hours from now, the US Congress will formally certify Donald Trump's election as president.&nbsp;Monday's (Jan 6) certification comes exactly four years after a mob of his supporters stormed the Capitol in a failed bid to block the certification of his 2020 loss.
The approval also comes as Washington would be hit by the biggest snowstorm in years. On Sunday, Speaker Mike Johnson said that he and other Republicans urged their members to stay in the area over the weekend to avoid travel disruptions from the winter weather.
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According to American media, there were around five inches of snow in Washington by Monday morning, and more was predicted later in the day.&nbsp;
<h2>Winter will not delay or disrupt proceedings</h2>
A report by the New York Times (NYT) said that even if the Congress session on Monday was sparsely attended because of the winter weather, that alone probably would not delay or disrupt the proceedings.
The report said that lawmakers convening at the Capitol had started posting about the wintry backdrop of their work.
Sharing a video post on X, Republican Morgan Griffith expressed confidence that the unfavourable weather would not stop him from certifying Trump as president.
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It may be snowing and subfreezing in DC, but that will not stop me from certifying President-elect Trump as America&rsquo;s 47th president! <a href="https://t.co/PKvILJhDcr">pic.twitter.com/PKvILJhDcr</a>
&mdash; Morgan Griffith (@RepMGriffith) <a href="https://twitter.com/RepMGriffith/status/1876252010581983675?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 6, 2025</a></blockquote>

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"It may be snowing and subfreezing in DC, but that will not stop me from certifying President-elect Trump as America&rsquo;s 47th president!" Griffith, the representative of the ninth district of Virginia, said.
<h2>Capitol under tight security</h2>
The Capitol has been placed under tight security ahead of the session to certify Trump's election as president. The NYT report said that, unlike the same day in 2021, Monday has been declared a "national special security event."
This means that significant federal, state, and local resources have been directed to protect Congress.
(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

World | Trending: Monday's (Jan 6) certification comes exactly four years after a mob of Trump's supporters stormed the Capitol in a failed bid to block the certification of his 2020 loss.

In just a few hours from now, the US Congress will formally certify Donald Trump's election as president. Monday's (Jan 6) certification comes exactly four years after a mob of his supporters stormed the Capitol in a failed bid to block the certification of his 2020 loss. The approval also comes as Washington would be hit by the biggest snowstorm in years. On Sunday, Speaker Mike Johnson said that he and other Republicans urged their members to stay in the area over the weekend to avoid travel disruptions from the winter weather. Also read | Donald Trump stirs 2021 Capitol riot memories ahead of his certification as US election winner According to American media, there were around five inches of snow in Washington by Monday morning, and more was predicted later in the day. Winter will not delay or disrupt proceedings A report by the New York Times (NYT) said that even if the Congress session on Monday was sparsely attended because of the winter weather, that alone probably would not delay or disrupt the proceedings. The report said that lawmakers convening at the Capitol had started posting about the wintry backdrop of their work. Sharing a video post on X, Republican Morgan Griffith expressed confidence that the unfavourable weather would not stop him from certifying Trump as president. It may be snowing and subfreezing in DC, but that will not stop me from certifying President-elect Trump as America’s 47th president! pic.twitter.com/PKvILJhDcr — Morgan Griffith (@RepMGriffith) January 6, 2025 "It may be snowing and subfreezing in DC, but that will not stop me from certifying President-elect Trump as America’s 47th president!" Griffith, the representative of the ninth district of Virginia, said. Capitol under tight security The Capitol has been placed under tight security ahead of the session to certify Trump's election as president. The NYT report said that, unlike the same day in 2021, Monday has been declared a "national special security event." This means that significant federal, state, and local resources have been directed to protect Congress. (With inputs from agencies)

US Congress to certify Trump's election as president despite unfavourable weather

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