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New Ukraine rebel leader gives Moscow distance from mutiny
Aug09

New Ukraine rebel leader gives Moscow distance from mutiny

A Ukrainian has replaced a Russian at the helm of the insurgency in eastern Ukraine and declared that he wants “only moral support” from Moscow, as the Kremlin apparently tries to rebut Western claims that it is calling the shots among the rebels. …read more Source: CTV...

The tale of the moth and the dog-strangling vine
Aug09

The tale of the moth and the dog-strangling vine

A vine that crowds out and basically strangles other vegetation has been watched by Naomi Cappuccino over the past 15 years as it has spread across Ottawa and other parts of Ontario. Cappuccino, an associate professor in Carleton University’s biology department, says the invasive species known as dog-strangling vine first caught her...

Conservatives urged to adopt ‘Twiplomacy’ in foreign affairs
Aug09

Conservatives urged to adopt ‘Twiplomacy’ in foreign affairs

Canada is increasingly relying on a new style of diplomacy — called “Twiplomacy” — that takes place in bite-sized increments of 140 characters or less. Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s government is turning to social media in an effort to engage in online diplomacy, practise “open policy development” and...

Ukraine crisis: At least 3 killed by shelling in rebel-held city of Donetsk
Aug08

Ukraine crisis: At least 3 killed by shelling in rebel-held city of Donetsk

At least three civilians were killed and 10 others were wounded in overnight shelling of the main rebel stronghold in eastern Ukraine, a day after a leadership reshuffle appeared to signal Moscow’s attempt to further distance itself from the pro-Russian insurgency. …read more Source: CTV...

Ukrainian soldiers killed breaking free from rebel blockade, Kiev says
Aug08

Ukrainian soldiers killed breaking free from rebel blockade, Kiev says

Kiev announces it will continue to observe a ceasefire in the MH17 crash-site area, contradicting an earlier announcement on Thursday …read more Source: The Globe and...

Ceasefire at MH17 crash site still in force, Ukraine says
Aug08

Ceasefire at MH17 crash site still in force, Ukraine says

‘The order of the President of Ukraine for a ceasefire in the area of the ​​search operation is continuing,’ the government said in a statement …read more Source: The Globe and...

How Stephen Harper hopes to win the 2015 election
Aug08

How Stephen Harper hopes to win the 2015 election

Ever so slowly, Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s strategy for winning the 2015 election is becoming clear. It will be built on four pillars: Economic management and tax cuts; a hard-nosed approach to crime; a “principled” foreign policy that stands up to international tyrants and terrorists; and a simple mantra to discredit and...

Photos August 7: Top images from around the world
Aug08

Photos August 7: Top images from around the world

The day’s best photos, as selected by editors at Postmedia News, are a stunning collection of the greatest images from around the world. Buddhist monks and volunteers clean the 15-metre-tall great Buddha statue during the annual Ominugui ceremony at Todaiji Temple in Japan’s ancient capital Nara, western Japan on August 7, 2014....

NATO chief urges Russia to ‘step back from the brink’ of war
Aug08

NATO chief urges Russia to ‘step back from the brink’ of war

Anders Fogh Rasmussen warns that further intervention in Ukraine would bring Russia greater isolation in the world …read more Source: The Globe and...

Canada sends military gear to assist Ukrainian fighters
Aug08

Canada sends military gear to assist Ukrainian fighters

Canada is sending military equipment to Ukraine including helmets, first aid kits, tents and protective vests. …read more Source: Toronto...