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Leafs and Jets: A Trade Deadline Dance?

January 19, 2026

The Toronto Maple Leafs and Winnipeg Jets might be cooking up a trade deal before the season's trade deadline. Why? The Leafs need to beef up their defense, and the Jets are having a rough season. The Jets are currently sitting near the bottom of the Western Conference with a 19-22-6 record. The Le

technology

Police Tracking: Where Do We Draw the Line?

January 17, 2026

In a world where technology is everywhere, a big question arises: how much should police be allowed to dig into our phones? The Supreme Court is currently tackling this issue, focusing on something called geofence warrants. These warrants let law enforcement gather location data from all phones in a

politics

Pakistan and Indonesia Explore New Defence Partnership

January 12, 2026

Pakistan and Indonesia are in talks about a big defence deal. This could involve selling fighter jets and drones to Indonesia. The talks happened recently in Islamabad. Indonesia's defence minister met with Pakistan's air force chief. Both sides confirmed the meeting but said no final decisions have

politics

Weekend News Roundup: Protests, Politics, and Polarizing Views

January 11, 2026

The weekend's news is packed with stories that spark debate and raise eyebrows. In Iran, protests are heating up, with reports of overwhelmed hospitals and a growing number of casualties. Witnesses claim they've seen hundreds of people hurt or killed. Meanwhile, a former Pentagon official suggests t

politics

Pakistan's Big Move: Selling Weapons to Sudan

January 9, 2026

Pakistan is close to finalizing a huge deal to sell weapons and aircraft to Sudan. This deal, worth $1. 5 billion, includes light attack jets, drones, and advanced air defense systems. The deal is expected to give Sudan's army a significant advantage in its ongoing conflict with the paramilitary Rap

politics

A Big Ask: Trump Wants to Spend More on Military

January 8, 2026

The US might soon see a huge boost in military spending. President Trump wants to increase the defence budget to $1. 5 trillion by 2027. This is a big jump from the current $901 billion. He believes this will help build a stronger military. Trump says the extra money will come from tariffs. These ar

crime

A Former Councillor Faces Serious Allegations

December 23, 2025

Philip Young, a 49-year-old man, has been accused of multiple serious crimes against his ex-wife. These charges cover a long period of 13 years. He is accused of 56 offences, including rape and drugging his ex-wife, Joanne Young. Young did not enter a plea when he appeared in court. Young used to b

health

Boosting Fencers' Ankle Strength: A Tailored Approach

December 14, 2025

Fencers often face chronic ankle instability (CAI), a condition that can hinder performance and lead to injuries. A recent study explored how personalized strength training could help. The study involved 21 fencers with CAI, split into three groups: a control group, a group doing standard strength t

politics

Ukraine's President Pushes for Clean-Up in Defence Sector

December 3, 2025

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has called for a swift overhaul of supervisory boards in the defence sector. This move comes after a major corruption scandal that has shaken the country. The scandal involves allegations of a $100-million kickback scheme, with senior energy officials and a fo

sports

Fencing Gets a Modern Makeover

December 3, 2025

Fencing, one of the oldest Olympic sports, is getting a major update. Miles Chamley-Watson, a three-time Olympian, is launching the World Fencing League (WFL) in 2026. This new league aims to make fencing more exciting and easier to understand for fans. The WFL will use advanced technology to track