New York appeals court overturns Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 rape conviction from landmark #MeToo trial
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Quick Glance: New York Overturns Harvey Weinstein's 2020 Rape Conviction
- New York's highest court overturned Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction, citing prejudicial rulings by the judge in the landmark #MeToo trial.
- The State Court of Appeals ruling reopens a painful chapter in America's reckoning with sexual misconduct by powerful figures, ordering a new trial where his accusers might have to relive their traumas.
- Weinstein, 72, has been serving a 23-year sentence in a New York prison following his conviction, but will remain imprisoned due to another rape conviction in Los Angeles in 2022.
- This decision marks another setback for #MeToo, following the US Supreme Court's refusal to hear an appeal in the Bill Cosby case, where his sexual assault conviction was overturned by a Pennsylvania court.
Supreme Court seems skeptical of Trump's claim of absolute immunity, but decision's timing is unclear
montrealgazette.com/news/world/supreme-court-seems-skeptical-of-trumps-claim-of-absolute-immunity-but-decisions-timing-is-unclear
Quick Glance: Supreme Court Hears Trump Immunity Claim in Election Interference Case
- The Supreme Court is considering Donald Trump’s assertion of total immunity from criminal charges over his attempt to overturn the 2020 election results.
- Justices express concerns about whether certain presidential acts should be off-limits, casting doubt on the possibility of a trial taking place before the election.
- The case scrutinizes the distinction between private and official acts of Trump, with the Court likely rejecting Trump's broadest arguments, potentially immunizing even acts such as ordering a military coup.
- The focus remains on the legal question of whether a former president can be prosecuted for actions taken while in office, emphasizing the importance of the Court's ruling on the extent of official act protection and the implications for future presidents.
Hamas official says group would lay down its arms if an independent Palestinian state is established
montrealgazette.com/news/world/hamas-official-says-group-would-lay-down-its-arms-if-an-independent-palestinian-state-is-established
Quick Glance: Biden and 17 World Leaders Urge Hamas to Release Hostages
- President Biden and 17 world leaders issued a joint statement urging Hamas to accept a hostage deal to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza.
- The statement stresses the immediate release of hostages and a sustained ceasefire in Gaza to facilitate humanitarian aid and end hostilities.
- Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar is accused of hindering progress by rejecting the deal and holding onto hostages instead of pursuing a ceasefire.
- The Biden administration and mediators from Qatar and Egypt have received signals from Hamas indicating readiness to engage in negotiations, but the sincerity of these intentions remains uncertain.
Hundreds arrested in pro-Palestinian campus protests across the U.S.: Student protesters double down on their discontent of the Israel-Hamas war.
montrealgazette.com/news/world/hundreds-arrested-in-pro-palestinian-campus-protests-across-the-u-s
Burkina Faso’s army massacred 223 civilians in a village raid, Human Rights Watch says
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Quick Glance: Burkina Faso Army Massacred 223 Civilians in Village Raid
- Military forces in Burkina Faso killed 223 civilians, including many children, in attacks on two villages in the northern region on February 25.
- Human Rights Watch called for an investigation into the massacres and international support to hold those responsible accountable.
- The country has been plagued by violence caused by jihadists, displacing over 2 million people, with a majority being children.
- Burkina Faso's army engaged in retaliatory actions, accusing civilians of collaborating with militants, resulting in massacres.
| Montreal Gazette: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called the report "a roll call of human failings," and that "in a world of plenty ...
montrealgazette.com/news/world/282-million-people-faced-acute-hunger-in-2023-with-the-worst-famine-in-gaza-un
Ukraine is putting pressure on fighting-age men outside the country as it tries to replenish forces
montrealgazette.com/news/world/ukraine-is-putting-pressure-on-fighting-age-men-outside-the-country-as-it-tries-to-replenish-forces
'A little wacky': Tim Hortons to stage theatrical production called The Last Timbit
montrealgazette.com/news/national/a-little-wacky-tim-hortons-to-stage-theatrical-production-called-the-last-timbit
Two Quebec women raped by foster father will sue child protection services: lawyer
montrealgazette.com/news/quebec/two-quebec-women-raped-by-foster-father-will-sue-child-protection-services-lawyer
90% of Airbnb ads in Quebec comply with the law: Proulx: And the supply of short-term rentals has dropped, the tourism minister says.
montrealgazette.com/news/quebec/90-of-airbnb-ads-in-quebec-comply-with-the-law-proulx
Experts recommend maintaining Quebec's measles vaccination schedule for children: Giving a first dose at 12 months is the best way to maintain herd immunity ...
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Honda to get up to $5B in government aid for EV battery, assembly plants in Ontario
montrealgazette.com/news/national/honda-to-get-up-to-5b-in-government-aid-for-ev-battery-assembly-plants
Doctors say capital gains tax changes will jeopardize their retirement. Is that true?
montrealgazette.com/news/national/doctors-say-capital-gains-tax-changes-will-jeopardize-their-retirement-is-that-true
Canada sanctions Iran defence minister, others after missile attack on Israel: The sanctions bar the people and entities listed from entering Canada or having ...
montrealgazette.com/news/national/canada-sanctions-iran-defence-minister-others-after-missile-attack-on-israel
Billions of bottles: Canadian statistics paint grim picture of plastic litter problem
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Conservatives, NDP demand Ottawa protect Canadians' jobs at new EV plants: Canadian workers are being sidelined in favour of foreign workers at the NextStar ...
montrealgazette.com/news/national/conservatives-ndp-demand-ottawa-protect-canadians-jobs-at-new-ev-plants
Plante says Quebec needs to step up and bail out public transit agencies: Montreal's mayor is inviting Quebec's transport minister to take the métro to better ...
montrealgazette.com/news/local-news/plante-says-quebec-needs-to-step-up-and-bail-out-public-transit-agencies
Books for Kids: A whale of a tale: Many of us are planning our summer vacations. For some, that could mean taking to the water — maybe going whale watching.
montrealgazette.com/entertainment/local-arts/books-for-kids-a-whale-of-a-tale
Quebec trade office in Tel Aviv will operate as planned, Legault says: Premier says there is some responsibility on both sides for the Israel-Hamas war and it ...
montrealgazette.com/news/quebec/quebec-trade-office-in-tel-aviv-will-operate-as-planned-legault-says
Add Nick Suzuki to the list of Canadiens players getting married: Habs captain proposes to longtime girlfriend Caitlin Fitzgerald at luxury resort in Dominican ...
montrealgazette.com/sports/hockey/nhl/hockey-inside-out/add-nick-suzuki-to-the-list-of-canadiens-players-getting-married
Allison Hanes: What becomes of francophone students who attend English CEGEP?: It might seem like anglo CEGEPs are a vector for anglicization ...
montrealgazette.com/opinion/columnists/allison-hanes-what-becomes-of-francophone-students-who-attend-english-cegep
Supreme Court to examine mandatory minimum sentences for child pornography offences
montrealgazette.com/news/national/supreme-court-to-examine-mandatory-minimum-sentences-for-child-pornography-offences
Quebec family reimbursed $10,000 for being shipped wrong body after death in Cuba
montrealgazette.com/news/local-news/quebec-family-reimbursed-10000-for-being-shipped-wrong-body-after-death-in-cuba
Laval police think suspected fraudsters may have had other victims: Police allege the pair, who impersonated bank officials, defrauded their victims of at least ...
montrealgazette.com/news/crime/laval-police-think-suspected-fraudsters-may-have-had-other-victims
Judge rejects former West Island coach's request for stay of proceedings in sex abuse case
montrealgazette.com/news/judge-rejects-former-west-island-coachs-request-for-stay-of-proceedings-in-sex-abuse-case
Hotel Intel: Virginia Beach launches Loonie Saver discounts: Many hotels, restaurants and outfitters offer a free pass that entitles Canadians to modest ...
montrealgazette.com/travel/hotel-intel-virginia-beach-launches-loonie-saver-discounts
Five great new restos: Ottawa writer spoils himself in Montreal: There are so many new and promising restaurants, but for us visitors, so little time ...
montrealgazette.com/life/food/five-great-new-restos-ottawa-writer-spoils-himself-in-montreal
| Montreal Gazette: She also wants people to know that "your indoor air quality isn't always a safe haven without having air purifiers."
montrealgazette.com/news/national/mother-distributes-air-quality-monitors-after-sons-asthma-death-during-wildfires
Aircraft maker Bombardier reports Q1 profit and revenue down from year ago: The company says it delivered 20 aircraft for the quarter and remains on track to ...
montrealgazette.com/news/local-news/aircraft-maker-bombardier-reports-q1-profit-and-revenue-down-from-year-ago
Quebec police arrest 40 sex offenders in province-wide operation: The Sûreté du Québec said the operation targeted offenders who violated their conditions of ...
montrealgazette.com/news/local-news/quebec-police-arrest-40-sex-offenders-in-province-wide-operation
| Montreal Gazette: A judge ruled Lamine Sale Nkouendji's race played a role in the police officers' decision to pull him over ...
montrealgazette.com/news/local-news/montreal-police-racially-profiled-black-man-during-traffic-stop-judge-says
Montreal weather: Thursday will be sunny but not very warm: The weather will reach a high of 9 C by 5 p.m.
montrealgazette.com/news/local-news/montreal-weather-thursday-will-be-sunny-but-not-very-warm
Woman, 37, dies after being hit by truck in Pointe-aux-Trembles: The 61-year driver was taken in for questioning and may face charges of impaired driving in ...
montrealgazette.com/news/local-news/woman-37-dies-after-being-hit-by-truck-in-pointe-aux-trembles
Police investigate arson on multiple vehicles in Île-Bizard: Similar incidents were reported in Hochelaga-Maisonneuve and Montreal North earlier this week.
montrealgazette.com/news/local-news/police-investigate-arson-on-cars-in-ile-bizard
Le Nichoir offers a unique look behind the scenes at a bird rehabilitation centre
montrealgazette.com/opinion/columnists/juhl-le-nichoirs-migratory-bird-day
Marlene Jennings: Will the real PSPP please stand up?: When one's political journey seems marked by glaring contradictions, the impression that is left is one ...
montrealgazette.com/opinion/columnists/marlene-jennings-will-the-real-pspp-please-stand-up
McGill expansion will create new downtown lookout, Mount Royal access: On the mountain's southern side, the old Royal Victoria Hospital is being transformed into ...
montrealgazette.com/news/local-news/mcgill-expansion-will-add-downtown-lookout-mount-royal-access
TikTok may be banned in the U.S. Here’s what happened when India did it: A measure to outlaw the video-sharing app has won congressional approval and is on its ...
montrealgazette.com/news/world/tiktok-may-be-banned-in-the-u-s-heres-what-happened-when-india-did-it
Quick Glance: Biden Signs TikTok Ban Bill Into Law, ByteDance Forced to Sell
- After signaling his intention, President Joe Biden signs the foreign aid package including the TikTok ban bill into law.
- The U.S. Senate passes a bill forcing ByteDance to sell TikTok or face a ban.
- ByteDance has nine months to sell TikTok to comply with the law.
- The U.S. government has been persistent in trying to ban TikTok due to national security concerns.
More U.S. aid will help Ukraine avoid defeat in its war with Russia. Winning is another matter
montrealgazette.com/news/world/more-u-s-aid-will-help-ukraine-avoid-defeat-in-its-war-with-russia-winning-is-another-matter
Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.
- Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.
- The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.
- Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
| Montreal Gazette: U.S. State Department calls the reports of mass graves "incredibly troubling" and said U.S. officials have asked the Israeli government for ...
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Quick Glance: UN Calls for Investigation into Mass Graves at Two Gaza Hospitals
- The United Nations called for a thorough and transparent investigation into the mass graves at two major hospitals in Gaza that were searched by Israeli troops.
- It was emphasized that investigators must have access to the sites, and a greater number of journalists should be able to work safely in Gaza to report on the facts.
- Some of the bodies belonged to individuals killed during the hospital siege, while others were victims when Israeli forces raided the hospital.
- The discovery of the graves highlights the urgency of a ceasefire, the end of the conflict, improved access for humanitarian aid, the protection of hospitals, and the release of Israeli hostages.
World seeing near breakdown of international law amid wars in Gaza and Ukraine, Amnesty International says
montrealgazette.com/news/world/world-seeing-near-breakdown-of-international-law-amid-wars-in-gaza-and-ukraine-amnesty-international-says
Quick Glance: Israel's Assault on Gaza: Near Collapse of International Law
- Amnesty International warns of the breakdown of international law and global human rights due to government aggression and the rise of big tech.
- Israel is criticized for the war on Gaza, targeting civilian populations. The international community is accused of being inactive in holding Benjamin Netanyahu's government accountable.
- Amnesty also condemns Russia for the invasion of Ukraine and China for human rights abuses. The organization highlights the growing power of big tech companies and the misuse of AI.
- Calls for reforms in the UN Security Council and better regulation of technologies are made. Despite challenges, people globally continue to advocate for human rights and social justice.
Columbia University cites progress with Gaza war protesters after encampment arrests
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Quick Glance: Spread of Anti-War Protests at U.S. Universities
- University of Minnesota student sets up protest camp following arrests of pro-Palestinian demonstrators.
- Pro-Palestinian protests sweep campuses nationwide, demanding universities cut ties with Israel.
- Arrest of over 100 student protesters at Columbia University sparks solidarity protests at other colleges.
- Student anti-war protests spread across the country, from Yale to University of California, demanding divestment from Israel.
| Montreal Gazette: "We're calling it the Mach because last year we flew our Global 8000 at Mach 1, which is a first in business aviation."
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| Montreal Gazette: "No evidence was found to indicate matches were in any way impacted by his wagering," the league says.
montrealgazette.com/sports/football/cfl/montreal-alouettes/cfl-suspends-former-alouette-shawn-lemon-for-betting-on-games
'Good luck with that': PM says Saskatchewan premier shouldn't pick fight with CRA
montrealgazette.com/news/national/good-luck-with-that-pm-says-saskatchewan-premier-shouldnt-pick-fight-with-cra
Quebec's delegate to Israel should move to Tel Aviv this summer: Biron: Opposition MNAs question why this would happen in the middle of a military conflict.
montrealgazette.com/news/quebec/quebecs-delegate-to-israel-should-move-to-tel-aviv-this-summer-biron
Ukraine uses long-range missiles secretly provided by U.S. to hit Russian-held areas, officials say
montrealgazette.com/news/world/ukraine-uses-long-range-missiles-secretly-provided-by-u-s-to-hit-russian-held-areas-officials-say
Montreal Olympic Stadium fire: Quebec grants up to $40 million for cleanup, repairs
montrealgazette.com/news/local-news/montreal-olympic-stadium-fire-quebec-grants-up-to-40-million-for-cleanup-repairs
| Montreal Gazette: Sgt. Martin Bouchard told Anastasia Boldireff, who was complaining about a man harassing her, “he sounds like a good-looking man."
montrealgazette.com/news/local-news/police-sergeant-reprimanded-for-comments-to-sexual-harassment-victim
Poilievre will do 'anything to win,' must condemn Alex Jones endorsement: Trudeau
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Trudeau won’t comment on future of TikTok in U.S., says Canadian safety a priority
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Allison Hanes: Montreal public transit is having a rough ride: The REM's announcement of another delay for its West Island and Deux-Montagnes branches is bad ...
montrealgazette.com/opinion/columnists/allison-hanes-montreal-public-transit-is-having-a-rough-ride
| Montreal Gazette: "Immediate, uninformed reactions can make things worse in situations where people are already hurting."
montrealgazette.com/news/national/canadians-should-expect-politicians-to-support-right-to-bail-viranis-office-says
Montreal-Toronto drive will (legally) get 14 minutes faster with 110 km/h speed limits on Highway 401
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| Montreal Gazette: "The public health audience can appreciate the profound effects of climate change on a wide range of physical and mental health impacts ...
montrealgazette.com/news/national/health-care-professionals-urged-to-share-climate-disaster-mitigation-info
Suspect arrested in connection with hit and run on Montreal police car: The SPVM says the driver deliberately drove into the patrol car to flee a police ...
montrealgazette.com/news/local-news/suspect-arrested-in-connection-with-hit-and-run-on-montreal-police-car
Former SNC-Lavalin executive sentenced to prison in bridge bribery case: Normand Morin, once a high-ranking vice-president at the engineering firm ...
montrealgazette.com/news/local-news/ex-snc-executive-sentenced-to-prison-term-in-bridge-bribery-case
Montreal police who found loaded gun in ’man purse’ did not profile suspect: judge
montrealgazette.com/news/local-news/montreal-police-who-found-loaded-gun-in-man-purse-did-not-profile-suspect-judge
Half of Canadians have negative opinion of federal budget, poll suggests: But 65 per cent of those surveyed said the plan to spend $8.5 billion on housing is ...
montrealgazette.com/news/national/half-of-canadians-have-negative-opinion-of-federal-budget-poll-suggests
Ottawa injects another $36M into vaccine injury compensation fund: Quebec has had its own vaccine injury compensation program since 1985, and received $7 ...
montrealgazette.com/news/national/ottawa-injects-another-36m-into-vaccine-injury-compensation-fund
Man arrested near Joliette school after lockdown triggered: A man was seen holding an object “that could resemble a weapon” near École secondaire Thérèse-Martin ...
montrealgazette.com/news/local-news/man-arrested-near-joliette-school-after-lockdown-triggered
Student was killed in C.D.N. as part of conflict between gangs, jury told: The Crown's theory is that Jannai Dopwell-Bailey, 16, was killed as part of a conflict ...
montrealgazette.com/news/crime/student-was-killed-in-c-d-n-as-part-of-conflict-between-gangs-jury-told
As treaty talks continue, new report predicts clouds with a 100% chance of plastic
montrealgazette.com/news/national/as-treaty-talks-continue-new-report-predicts-clouds-with-a-100-chance-of-plastic
Stu Cowan: Canadiens' Samuel Montembeault has earned a chance to relax: Goalie is skipping the world championships to rest his body and mind before getting back ...
montrealgazette.com/sports/hockey/nhl/hockey-inside-out/stu-cowan-canadiens-samuel-montembeault-relaxation
Feds need 'nuanced' approach to ensure public sector doesn’t lose tech talent: Anand
montrealgazette.com/news/national/feds-need-nuanced-approach-to-ensure-public-sector-doesnt-lose-tech-talent-anand
Quebecers support control of immigration, but not a referendum on it: poll: The Léger survey also addressed questions of identity that have been front and centre ...
montrealgazette.com/news/local-news/quebecers-support-control-of-immigration-but-not-a-referendum-on-it-poll
| Montreal Gazette: Their message is crucial now because "far-right groups and cynical politicians" have spread misinformation about the LGBTQ+ community to ...
montrealgazette.com/news/national/lgbtq-rallies-to-be-held-across-canada-billed-as-largest-since-marriage-equality
| Montreal Gazette: The REM blames the delay on "the highly complex work to modernize the Mount Royal Tunnel."
montrealgazette.com/news/local-news/rem-expansion-into-deux-montagnes-and-anse-a-lorme-delayed
| Montreal Gazette: The Sûreté du Québec says All Boivin, one of the most wanted suspects in Canada, uses false identities and "could be anywhere in Quebec."
montrealgazette.com/news/local-news/reward-of-up-to-100000-offered-in-hunt-for-saguenay-drug-trafficking-suspect
Is there reason for optimism with rebuilding Canadiens? | HI/O Show: Can veteran forwards Josh Anderson, Brendan Gallagher and Christian Dvorak become key ...
montrealgazette.com/sports/hockey/nhl/hockey-inside-out/is-there-reason-for-optimism-with-rebuilding-canadiens-hi-o-show
St-Laurent gas station employee stabbed repeatedly: The attack occurred at 4:50 a.m. at a service station on Marcel-Laurin Blvd. near Côte-Vertu Blvd.
montrealgazette.com/news/local-news/st-laurent-gas-station-employee-stabbed-repeatedly
Montreal weather: Wednesday will be crisp and windy: The average high for April 24 is 13.2 C. Montreal won't get near that this year.
montrealgazette.com/news/local-news/montreal-weather-wednesday-will-be-crisp-and-windy
SAQ employees begin two-day strike: Limited access to outlets will be maintained, SAQ management says.
montrealgazette.com/news/local-news/saq-employees-begin-two-day-strike
| Montreal Gazette: The Association of McGill Professors of Law is seeking "protection against arbitrary decisions that would affect their career."
montrealgazette.com/news/local-news/mcgill-law-professors-launch-unlimited-strike
Montreal real estate sees unseasonable surge in sales of $1M-plus homes: The dramatic rise is in sharp contrast to the first quarter of 2023 ...
montrealgazette.com/news/local-news/montreal-real-estate-sales-trends-2024
Haiti’s government scrambles to impose tight security measures as council inauguration imminent
montrealgazette.com/news/world/haitis-government-scrambles-to-impose-tight-security-measures-as-council-inauguration-imminent
Amanda Boulier says she's finally settling in with PWHL Montreal after trade: Also: Erin Ambrose is on fire and Caroline Ouellette is getting more involved in ...
montrealgazette.com/sports/hockey/pwhl/amanda-boulier-says-shes-finally-settling-in-with-pwhl-montreal-after-trade
Saskatchewan to get carbon rebates despite province not paying levies: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the Canada Revenue Agency has mechanisms to collect ...
montrealgazette.com/news/national/saskatchewan-to-get-carbon-rebates-despite-province-not-paying-levies
MNAs grill government on L.A. Kings deal: Quebec will not pay for players' personal expenses, parliamentary committee hears.
montrealgazette.com/news/quebec/mnas-grill-government-on-l-a-kings-deal
Freeland says $5 billion just a start for Indigenous loan guarantee program: The program is designed to help Indigenous communities buy equity in natural ...
montrealgazette.com/news/national/freeland-says-5-billion-just-a-start-for-indigenous-loan-guarantee-program
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