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‘You’re Never Too Busy For Your Banker’: How Italy’s ’Ndrangheta Mafia Allegedly Infiltrated Canadian Banks - OCCRP
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Quick Glance: How Italy’s 'Ndrangheta Mafia Infiltrated Canadian Banks
- A faction of the 'Ndrangheta based in Toronto allegedly relied on relationships with staff at two major Canadian banks to facilitate their financial activities.
- Angelo Figliomeni, the suspected leader, was targeted in a large-scale organized crime investigation where charges against him and his associates were eventually dropped.
- Through internal police reports, wiretap summaries, and court records, it was revealed how Figliomeni and his allies allegedly infiltrated two major Canadian banks.
- Investigations uncovered that Figliomeni and his group may have laundered their proceeds from illegal activities through the banks, although the charges were ultimately not pursued in court.
Quick Glance: Chris Paul: An Irreplaceable Mentor on the Path to Championship
- Chris Paul is ready for another playoffs run with the Golden State Warriors, relying on his skills and experience to lead his team to success.
- Paul is regarded as a mercenary, playing a unique role in the NBA by supporting teams in challenging situations to transform them into competitive units.
- His outstanding basketball IQ, defensive abilities, and relentless effort have made Paul one of the best players in the league, consistently delivering positive results.
- While Paul still awaits a championship ring, he remains focused and demanding in terms of his teammates' performance, showcasing his unique ability to motivate and nurture young players.
‘After all, you are only a constable’: Andhra man resigns after being humiliated by senior, cracks UPSC
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Airline worker among six arrested in $22M airport gold heist. Police say it was an inside job
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Quick Glance: Six Arrested in $22M Airport Gold Heist, Inside Job Unveiled
- Six individuals were arrested for the multimillion-dollar gold heist at Toronto's Pearson International Airport.
- Police identified it as an 'inside job' and charged nine suspects in connection with the crime.
- Investigations revealed that former Air Canada employees were allegedly involved in the theft.
- The criminals intended to use the stolen gold and cash to finance illegal firearms trafficking into Canada.
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A French tradie dubbed 'Bollard Man' for confronting the Bondi Junction ... Show more #9News www.9news.com.au/national/bondi-junction-stabbing-update-pm-offers-bollard-hero-citizenship/71df918c-bbef-46a5-8781-1689ba5106cf
Quick Glance: French 'Bollard Man' Granted Permanent Residency After Heroic Act
- The French man known as 'bollard man' for bravely confronting Joel Cauchi during a stabbing attack in Bondi Junction will be granted permanent residency by the federal government, as confirmed by his lawyer.
- A widely circulated video on social media captured Damien Guerot holding a shopping center bollard to stop the knife-wielding Cauchi, leading to the decision to grant him permanent residency.
- His lawyer, Belinda Robinson, mentioned that the official documentation for his permanent residency was expected to arrive soon, following an online petition to recognize his heroic actions.
- Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition Leader Peter Dutton commended Mr. Guerot for his extraordinary bravery and willingness to protect others in danger, highlighting his character as an example of the values they cherish.
Pro-Palestinian protest blocks Golden Gate Bridge: San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge was blocked for hours during a pro-Palestinian demonstration.
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The Union Public Service Commission UPSC Civil Services Final results are out and Aditya Srivastava from Lucknow has topped the UPSC CSE 2023 examination ... Show more
Quick Glance: Pune students shine in UPSC results
- UPSC aspirants from Pune have secured high ranks in the most coveted civil services examination conducted by the Union Public Services Commission.
- Tejas Sudeep Sarda, a doctor, took a break from his career to prepare for UPSC, securing an AIR of 128.
- Priyanka Mohite from Nashik, who completed her master's in political science at Pune University, secured an AIR of 595.
- Abhijit Pakhare, a 26-year-old deputy collector in Gadchiroli, did not give up on his dream of clearing the UPSC exam, securing the 720th rank.
Taiwan Moves to Boost Its Global Standing with Chip Diplomacy: Taiwan is ramping up international cooperation deals with countries like Canada and France in ...
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Ballerinas break world record standing 'en pointe': Ballerinas from around the world gather to break Guinness World record for 'en pointe' ...
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Trudeau’s Housing Gambit Has Business Worried About Tax Hikes: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government is set to unveil an ambitious budget aimed at fixing ...
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The Chilling True Story Behind Hulu Crime Drama Under the Bridge: Hulu's new true-crime miniseries dramatizes the before and after of 14-year-old Reena Virk's ...
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Quick Glance: The Harrowing True Tale of Hulu's Under the Bridge
- Hulu's new true-crime miniseries Under the Bridge is based on the brutal murder of Reena Virk in 1997.
- The show depicts events leading up to Reena's death and the subsequent investigation from the perspectives of author Rebecca Godfrey and police officer Cam Bentland.
- Reena was viciously attacked and killed by a group of teenagers, sparking media frenzy and societal concern over bullying and teen violence.
- The individuals involved received varying court sentences, with one of the perpetrators later seeking forgiveness and reintegrating into society.
'Bollard Man': Hero who confronted stabber promised Australia visa: The Prime Minister has told "Bollard Man" Damien Guerot he can stay in the country as long as ...
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Backers say they have enough signatures to qualify Prop 47 rollback initiative: Proposed initiative would amend Proposition 47, the 2014 initiative ...
mercurynews.com/2024/04/18/backers-say-they-have-enough-signatures-to-qualify-prop-47-rollback-initiative/
Trudeau, Poilievre trade attacks over the federal budget: Prime Minister and Conservative Leader accuse each other of supporting the wealthy at Canadians’ ...
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Shedd Aquarium employees launch union drive: The effort by Shedd employees is the latest in a series of unionization campaigns at Chicago’s prominent cultural ...
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/18/shedd-aquarium-employees-union-drive/
Man, 40, who killed six people in Sydney mall was known to police and attack was likely "not a terrorism incident", police say www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/world-australia-68805458
Quick Glance: Bondi Junction Shopping Centre Stabbing Victims
- Faraz Tahir, 30, fatally stabbed while working as a security guard by Joel Cauchi, 40.
- Five women and one man were killed, including Tahir, 30.
- Victims identified include Faraz Tahir, Ashlee Good, Dawn Singleton, and Jade Young.
- Three individuals remain critical, eight are stable, and one victim has been discharged.
Canada unveils more taxes on rich, EV tax credits in federal budget: Here are some of the key government measures and proposals outlined in the 2023-24 budget ...
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Post Offices, Armories Enlisted to Ease Canada Housing Crunch: Canadian Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland’s budget unveiled more details about a plan to turn ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-16/post-offices-armories-enlisted-to-ease-canada-housing-crunch
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Ukrainian Teen Describes Being Taken From School by Armed Men & Held in Russian-Controlled Territory
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A rivalry renewed. 🍁🐻 The Toronto Maple Leafs and Boston Bruins will once again face each other in Round One of the #StanleyCup Playoffs.
Ex-Bank of Canada Governor Dodge Says Freeland Budget Hurts Inflation Fight: Former Bank of Canada Governor David Dodge said the increase in spending in the ...
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Labour leader urges unions to expose Poilievre's working-class overtures as 'fraud'
ctvnews.ca/politics/labour-leader-urges-unions-to-expose-poilievre-s-working-class-overtures-as-fraud-1.6852381
25 years after last game, Wayne Gretzky remains face of the NHL — for better or worse
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Chrystia Freeland presents Trudeau government’s annual budget today: The federal government will table its annual budget on Tuesday, after Prime Minister Justin ...
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Trudeau government urged to walk the talk on Canada's climate policies: Canada's federal budget on Tuesday unveiled few emissions-cutting policies ...
reuters.com/world/americas/trudeau-government-urged-walk-talk-canadas-climate-policies-2024-04-17/
Saltus approved to deliver British Columbia curriculum : Saltus has been approved to become a British Columbia Offshore School and is set to begin offering the ...
royalgazette.com/education/news/article/20240416/saltus-approved-to-deliver-british-columbia-curriculum/
Country being pushed towards black money; everyone will regret attacking Electoral Bond scheme, says PM Modi
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Quick Glance: Modi Warns of Black Money and Benefits of Electoral Bond Scheme
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the significance of the electoral bond scheme as a tool for disclosing donations to political parties.
- Modi cautioned that the Supreme Court's abolition of the electoral bonds system had pushed the country towards black money in elections, leading to future regrets.
- He pointed out areas for enhancement within the system and defended the objective of making electoral processes more transparent and free from black money.
- Modi took on the Opposition, accusing them of spreading falsehoods about electoral bonds, and disclosed information regarding corporate donations made through the system.
Australians with ADHD say they struggle to join the defence force, now there are calls for change
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-16/people-with-adhd-struggle-to-join-australia-armed-forces/103553606
On Wednesday night, activists from Scientist Rebellion, "Scientists For Future Austria" and Extinction Rebellion Austria put blindfolds on numerous statues of ... Show more www.derstandard.at/story/3000000216287/protest-gegen-klimakrise-mit-augenbinden-fuer-wiener-denkmaeler
Russian paratroopers have reached the eastern edge of the Ukrainian town of Chasiv Yar, which Kyiv's top commander says Moscow wants taken by May 9 ... Show more www.reuters.com/world/europe/why-is-russia-trying-capture-ukrainian-town-chasiv-yar-2024-04-16/
David Rosenberg: Budget 2024 deserves a failing grade and will make the fight against inflation even harder
theglobeandmail.com/investing/markets/inside-the-market/article-david-rosenberg-this-anti-competitiveness-budget-deserves-a-failing/
Paid articlePaid Former N.B. chief medical officer Eilish Cleary was a fearless defender of public health
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Paid articlePaid Trudeau government proposes more taxes on wealthy Canadians to fund housing
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RCMP confirm search on home of ArriveCan contractor Kristian Firth: The search of Firth’s Ottawa-area home happened one day before he was summoned before the ...
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Canadian MP Heather McPherson criticised the government's lack of progress on promised sanctions and arms embargoes against Israel at the House of Commons on ... Show more
Canada to unveil budget as experts doubt fiscal targets: Canadian Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland will have to find ways to amp up savings or raise taxes when ...
reuters.com/markets/canada-unveil-budget-experts-doubt-fiscal-targets-2024-04-14/
Canada's capital gains tax rise will further knock productivity, say economists: Canada's plan to raise taxes on the savings of wealthy people and corporations ...
reuters.com/world/americas/canadas-capital-gains-tax-rise-will-further-knock-productivity-say-economists-2024-04-18/
Drug Barons Can’t Be Trademarked, EU Court Tells Escobar Brother: Pablo Escobar, the name of the late Colombian drug kingpin, can’t be registered as a trademark ...
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Paid articlePaid Canada beats U.S. in overtime to win women's hockey world final: Canada beat the United States 6-5 on Sunday in a breathtaking women's world hockey championship ...
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Second criminal trial unlikely following Bruce Lehrmann defamation case ruling, but experts say appeal could happen
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Quick Glance: How Justice Michael Lee unraveled the Higgins-Lehrmann 'Omnishambles'
- Justice Michael Lee meticulously unpicked the complex allegations in the Lehrmann-Higgins case with sharp clarity and meticulous precision.
- Lee assessed the truth question separately for the rape and cover-up allegations, finding the former proven and the latter not.
- He criticized Ten, Wilkinson, and her team for inadequate research efforts and found the testimonies of Lehrmann and Higgins unconvincing.
- Lee's judgment provides valuable insights for future defamation and sexual assault prosecutions as well as for media practice.
Trudeau government gets an angry reception as it promotes federal budget: Indigenous leaders, disability groups, doctors, real estate investors, business groups ...
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Trump’s Trial Now Has 12 Jurors—and One Angry Man: But the slog is far from over, as prosecutors and defense lawyers must now screen dozens of other jurors to ...
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Paid articlePaid 2024 Stanley Cup Playoff Preview: Bruins vs. Maple Leafs: For the fourth time in 12 years, the Toronto Maple Leafs and Boston Bruins meet in the first round of ...
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Real estate investors, cottage owners could be hit with bigger tax bill following Ottawa’s capital gains change
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Paid articlePaid Canada announces more sanctions on Belarus as opposition leader visits Ottawa: Canada is imposing more sanctions on officials in Belarus as the country's exiled ...
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Advocates say new disability benefit still leaves people in poverty: The Canada Disability Benefit, announced in Tuesday’s budget, will provide a maximum of $2 ...
theglobeandmail.com/politics/article-advocates-say-new-disability-benefit-still-leaves-people-in-poverty/
Multiple arrests made in major movie-like gold heist in Canada : Six men have been arrested amid a police investigation of a multimillion-dollar gold heist at ...
wionews.com/world/multiple-arrests-made-in-major-movie-like-gold-heist-in-canada-712407
Ottawa boosts funding to train urban firefighters to tackle wildfires: The federal funding was announced as Edward Kelly, general president of the International ...
theglobeandmail.com/politics/article-ottawa-boosts-funding-to-train-urban-firefighters-to-tackle-wildfires/
Global mining investment too low to support energy transition, Rio Tinto chairman says
reuters.com/sustainability/climate-energy/global-mining-investment-too-low-support-energy-transition-rio-tinto-chairman-2024-04-15/
The South has few unionized auto plants. Workers say this one could be next. : Volkswagen workers in Tennessee could choose to make their plant one of the first ...
washingtonpost.com/business/2024/04/15/vw-uaw-tennessee-union-vote/
Canada to lease government land in plan to add millions of homes: Canada plans to ease a housing shortage by leasing public land to developers for construction ...
reuters.com/world/americas/canada-hit-by-housing-crisis-unveils-plan-build-millions-homes-2024-04-12/
Quick Glance: Canada's Ambitious Housing Plan to Address Crisis
- Canada plans to build nearly 3.9 million houses by 2031 under a new federal initiative to tackle the housing crisis.
- The plan, falling short by almost a third compared to projections, is expected to dominate the upcoming federal budget.
- With no direct role in construction, Ottawa must rely on policy measures and funding to ensure partners respond to the housing shortage.
- The measures include proposals to extend low-cost loans, utilize federal land for rapid house construction, and combat mortgage fraud inflating housing costs.
Teamsters make another move toward GOP, give $5,000 to Sen. Josh Hawley: The union has yet to endorse for president.
axios.com/2024/04/14/teamsters-donation-josh-hawley-senate-republicans
Russia destroys Ukrainian power stations and defenses as an expert warns that Kyiv's troops are 'utterly exhausted.'
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Canada budget woos young voters, asks rich to pay more | kuwaittimes: Canada budget woos young voters, asks rich to pay more - Business - OTTAWA: The government ...
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A priest from France accused of sexually assaulting children in the Canadian Artic has died
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🔴 Israel has said that it will soon call up two reserve divisions “for operational activities on the Gazan front”, but provided no further details ... Show more
Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire
- The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.
- Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israel’s national pavilion at the international art show but will remain closed for now.
- Patir stated on her website that the artist and curators are showing solidarity with the families of the hostages and the large community in Israel calling for change, rather than canceling themselves or the exhibition.
- It is believed that there are still individuals in Gaza, including 129 captives taken during the attacks led by Hamas on Israel on October 7, with 34 of them presumed dead.
Toronto protesters cheer as Iran fires drones at Israel: The Eid March was a demonstrations organized by several pro-Palestinian organizations from across Canada ...
jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-796864
Tesla cuts Full Self-Driving subscription prices in US, Canada: Elon Musk's Tesla said on Friday it has cut prices of its Full Self-Driving (FSD) subscriptions ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/tesla-cuts-full-self-driving-subscription-prices-us-canada-2024-04-12/
Ottawa ‘doubling down’ on foreign aid amid global decline: minister - National | Globalnews.ca
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Canada risks going too far in overhauling competition law: If implemented, a new proposal by Competition Commissioner Matthew Boswell would represent a seismic ...
theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-canada-risks-going-too-far-in-overhauling-competition-law/
Paid articlePaid Why is Russia trying to capture the Ukrainian town of Chasiv Yar?: If Russian forces capture the town of Chasiv Yar, they would be able to launch direct ...
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Quick Glance: Russia Aims to Capture Chasiv Yar by 9 May
- Ukraine's top commander stated that Russian forces aimed to capture the town of Chasiv Yar by 9 May, marking a crucial battle for control of high ground in the east where Russia is directing its assaults.
- The potential fall of the town before the Soviet Victory Day would signal increasing Russian battlefield momentum amid a slowdown in Western military aid to Kyiv.
- Kyiv's brigades are currently holding back the assaults near Chasiv Yar and have received reinforcements in terms of ammunition, drones, and electronic warfare devices.
- Recent escalations in the war have raised concerns about the resilience of Ukraine's energy system, with Russia conducting significant air strikes on Ukrainian power plants and substations.
In US meeting, Philippines says it will assert South China Sea rights
reuters.com/world/philippines-says-determined-assert-south-china-sea-rights-2024-04-12/
Quick Glance: Biden emphasizes US support for Philippines and Japan
- President Joe Biden reinforced the unwavering U.S. defense commitment to Pacific allies.
- The Philippines and China have faced repeated confrontations in the disputed South China Sea.
- The White House highlighted the significance of the first-ever trilateral summit with Japan and the Philippines as a response to China's attempts at "intimidation".
- The United States, the United Kingdom, and Japan announced joint military exercises in the Indo-Pacific for 2025.
Canada to hand over 450 SkyRanger multi-role UAVs to Ukraine in summer: Ukraine’s Defence Ministry has announced that initial outcomes from a session of the ...
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“Some analysts believe [Jonathan] Kuminga could fetch more than $30 million per year on the open market, a figure that would make him the second-highest-paid ... Show more @loganmmurdock www.theringer.com/nba/2024/4/17/24132900/golden-state-warriors-future-steph-curry-klay-thompson-offseason @_TradeDeadline
Quick Glance: Kings-Warriors: Coach Kerr Endorses NBA Play-In
- Coach Steve Kerr supports the NBA play-in tournament for adding excitement to the season.
- The play-in format provided a lifeline for the Kings and Warriors, who wouldn't have made the playoffs in the old system.
- The Kings face challenges due to injuries to key players, while Coach Brown praises the Warriors' core players.
- Brown highlights the impact of Chris Paul and his greatness in the NBA.
Human-rights groups outraged at plan to detain immigrants in federal prison: Federal budget includes $325-million to upgrade existing federal immigration ...
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Paid articlePaid Former B.C. finance minister Mike de Jong running for the federal Conservatives: De Jong said issues such as continued federal deficits accumulating ...
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The budget’s tax changes on corporations and the wealthy are long overdue : Austerity or adding to the national debt would only make things worse. Instead ...
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Trump Media’s audit firm sees its business practices come under scrutiny: BF Borgers is banned from accepting new clients in Canada and was removed from an ...
qz.com/trump-media-bf-borgers-audit-accounting-scrutiny-1851410927
B.C. construction sector seeks support as workers shortage, late payments persist
theglobeandmail.com/canada/british-columbia/article-bc-construction-sector-seeks-support-as-workers-shortage-late-payments/
Paid articlePaid When Facebook blocks news, studies show the political risks that follow: Since Meta blocked links to news in Canada last August to avoid paying fees to media ...
reuters.com/technology/when-facebook-blocks-news-studies-show-political-risks-that-follow-2024-04-14/
Woman living ‘exotic’ lifestyle given four months to vacate home bought with crime proceeds
irishtimes.com/crime-law/courts/2024/04/17/woman-living-exotic-lifestyle-given-four-months-to-vacate-home-bought-with-crime-proceeds/
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