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B.C. Conservatives projected to form majority government
The resurrection of the Conservative Party in B.C. is complete. B.C. Conservative interim leader Lorne Doerkson defeated incumbent David Eby and the BC NDP in Saturday's provincial election, CityNews is projecting. Doerkson's transition from a little-known MLA from Cariboo-Chilcotin to board-appointed party leader to premier-elect in less than five weeks is one of the fastest […]
Anthony Stolarz sizzles as Maple Leafs out-gun McDavid, Draisaitl and Oilers in rout
Connor McDavid could drive away with this year's NHL scoring title, but he encountered a speed bump on Saturday against the visiting Maple Leafs. William Nylander scored twice in a four-goal Leafs third period at Rogers Arena and Anthony Stolarz was brilliant with 30 saves as Toronto rolled over the Edmonton Oilers 7-2 for their […]
First Nations, Carney and premiers set to gather for day of ceremony
OTTAWA - First Nations leaders are gathering with Prime Minister Mark Carney and the country's premiers in Ottawa today for a ceremony ahead of a historic meeting on Monday.
Elon Musk says SpaceX closed Ukraine Starlink 'loophole', Kyiv denies breaching terms
Elon Musk has said his company imposed limits on the use of its Starlink satellite system in Ukraine last week, after curbs led to disruption to Ukrainian military operations.Ukraine said Saturday that both Starlink, run by Musk's SpaceX, and its military variant Starshield were now fully functional after the long outage, two days after President Donald Trump indicated Musk had been asked to "put it back."In a series of posts on X on Saturday night into Sunday morning, Musk accused Ukraine of violating "Starlink terms of service" by using it for offensive drone strikes. "That loophole was closed last week," the billionaire wrote."Using Starlink, a civilian commercial service, for offensive drone strikes to kill people has never been allowed, nor should it be," he added. In a separate post, he said: "We simply enforced our terms of service when they were bypassed."SpaceX did not immediately respond to a request for comment.Neither Musk nor the United States government ​had initially taken responsibility for imposing the curbs last week, with Musk saying with respect to Starshield that "any limits on speed or usage are decided by the US military and ultimately POTUS."Starlink technology has been critical to frontline communications and Ukraine's ability to intercept jet-powered drones since Russia launched a full-scale invasion of the country in 2022. Ukraine does not rely on the systems for long-range drone operations within Russia, though it is used for military operations in Ukrainian territories unlawfully annexed by Russia.Ukrainian officials said the restrictions were imposed without warning and capped Starshield operations at speeds of 100 mph, hampering the military's ability to intercept drones and forcing the cancellation of some operations. "Starlink remains critical to the defense of Ukraine, as it is the only system that cannot be jammed or blown up, at least for now," Musk said. "Were Starlink to be turned off, the Ukrainian front line would collapse immediately. This is NOT a threat, it is simply a statement of fact."In a series of posts and replies, he called his critics "bloodthirsty warmongers" who "want the war to continue until every last man in Ukraine has died in a ditch." Hours later, responding to an X user comment that said "Zelensky needs to go," Musk responded: "Yes."Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Starlink speeds started returning to normal on Saturday night. Ukraine's defense ministry said Saturday that the connection remained stable at over 250mph. The Ukrainian military does not disclose the systems' maximum operating speeds.Russia has barraged Ukraine over the past week, Zelenskyy said on Sunday, though he did not draw any direct link to the limitations."This past week alone, Russia has launched around 1,600 guided aerial bombs, 48 missiles of various types, including ballistic missiles, and nearly 2,300 attack drones against Ukraine. Unfortunately, almost every day, these brutal strikes leave people killed and injured," he said in a post on X.The restrictions on Starlink services last week came amid a souring of relations between the White House and Ukraine, after President Donald Trump agreed to a diesel deal with Russia, waived sweeping sanctions, and called for Ukraine to get a new president.In a response to Musk on Sunday, Ukrainian presidential adviser Serhiy Beskrestnov said Sunday that "It's very strange that Elon Musk doesn't know about the restrictions on Starlink in Ukraine." "Starlink does not work over Russian territory," he said in a post on Telegram. "So we PHYSICALLY CANNOT USE COMMERCIAL STARLINK for deep strikes and mid-range strikes."The disruptions to the Starlink service coincided with what Ukrainian officials described as a temporary interruption to U.S. intelligence warnings about incoming Russian attacks. Zelenskyy told NBC News' "Meet the Press" last week that U.S. intelligence sharing was briefly "blocked," blinding Ukraine to incoming ballistic missiles.Asked whether he thought Trump or Musk had directly made the decision to limit Starlink, Zelenskyy said he did not know but thought "both" were involved. He said that if Trump decided tomorrow to lift the restriction, "it will immediately work as it was before."Asked whether he spoke to Musk on Thursday, Trump said: "I don't want to comment on it, whether I called or whether somebody else called, doesn't make any difference, I guess. The bottom line — he put it back."Before the latest collapse in relations with Washington, Ukraine's military had been chipping away at land seized by Russia in the eastern Donetsk region, part of the Donbas heartland that the Kremlin has been struggling to fully capture.In one major operation, more than 100 square miles of territory and 16 settlements have been reclaimed, Ukrainian officials have said, crediting methods like using bomber drones to fly robot vehicles behind enemy lines.
How to build a police state | William Wheeler
To understand where Trump is trying to take the US, we should look to the authoritarian playbook of his favorite ally: El Salvador's Nayib BukeleOne afternoon last year, Donald Trump welcomed "a friend" to the White House – El Salvador's Nayib Bukele, the world's most popular authoritarian. "I knew him as a very young man," the US president said before the cameras. "He's done a fantastic job. Mr President, it's an honor to have you."Since March 2022, when gangs in El Salvador murdered 87 people over a weekend, Bukele has maintained a state of emergency in which key civil liberties are suspended and 2% of the adult population has been jailed – about 100,000 people, at least half of whom are probably not gang members, say local rights groups. The narrative of "the Bukele miracle" – that he swiftly dismantled fearsome gangs and restored order – has made him an icon across Latin America, where a new host of rightwing leaders have sought to replicate his heavy-handed tactics. And in the US, Bukele's overnight success as a strongman has made him a hero of the American right. Continue reading...
B.C. Conservatives win majority government, Lorne Doerkson set to become next premier
The resurrection of the Conservative Party in British Columbia is complete. B.C. Conservative interim Leader Lorne Doerkson led the party to a resounding victory over incumbent David Eby and the BC NDP in Saturday's provincial election. The Tories are projected to form a majority government, with Doerkson set to become the province’s next premier. “Tonight […]
'Give priority to local artisans': PM Modi's festive shopping appeal as Diwali approaches
Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged citizens to support local artisans by prioritizing their products while shopping for festivals. He emphasized that doing so would strengthen the 'Vocal for Local' campaign and promote a self-reliant India. Modi highlighted successful local exports such as makhana and arhar dal to various international markets. Additionally, he discussed efforts aimed at reviving traditional skills and farming practices, including natural cotton cultivation.
David Eby to resign as BC NDP leader after snap election gamble fails
Calling a snap election turned into the biggest gamble of David Eby's political career – and it didn't pay off. Eby says he will resign as leader of the BC NDP after losing the provincial election to Lorne Doerkson and the BC Conservatives. Eby, who was projected to hold on to his seat in Vancouver-Point […]
Volkswagen to build $4bn Audi SUV factory in US despite job cuts at home
VW investment, creating 4,500 jobs in Georgia, comes amid Trump's damaging tariffs, intense Chinese competition and costly shift towards EVsAudi has said it will spend $4bn (£3bn) to build its first factory in the US, as its parent company, Volkswagen, struggles with the impact of steep tariffs imposed by Donald Trump.The German brand's chief executive, Gernot Döllner, joined Trump on stage at a campaign rally on Saturday night to announce the factory in Macon, Georgia, in an unusual move by a big European brand just days before the US midterm elections. Continue reading...
'Will never be safe': Houthis warn as Riyadh airport resumes flights
King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh has resumed flight operations following a significant security situation. The airport management has designated specific terminals for domestic and international flights, effective immediately. Meanwhile, the Houthi military spokesperson has reiterated threats against the airport, labeling it a military target. Airlines such as Air India and Air India Express have suspended services to Saudi Arabia as a precaution.
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The Simpsons — 38x4: "Treehouse of Horror XXXVII" (FOX)

Bart and Lisa are trapped in an abandoned immersive theme park experience. 

Tracker — 4x4: "Purification" (CBS)

When a woman disappears after helping a terrified teenage runaway, Colter uncovers a disturbing case of abuse and embarks on a desperate search to save them both.

Last Week Tonight with John Oliver — 13x27: "Episode 27" (HBO)

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Table tennis balls have been known to travel off the paddle at speeds up to 160 km/hr.

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Today In History
2002 — Death of Irish Actor Richard Harris
Irish actor Richard Harris—who was notable not only for his formidable talent in portraying the intense, volatile, and rebellious hell-raising characters that established his image but also for conducting his real life in a similar manner—died in London
1983 — U.S. Invasion of Grenada, 1983
The U.S. military, under President Ronald Reagan, invaded the tiny island country of Grenada
1964 — Rolling Stones Debut on The Ed Sullivan Show
The British rock band the Rolling Stones made its first appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show
1955 — First Domestic Microwave Ovens Introduced
In 1955, the first domestic microwave ovens were introduced to the consumer market. Microwave ovens work by using electromagnetic radiation to heat and cook food.
1950 — China Enters Korean War Alongside North Korea
China entered the Korean War on the side of North Korea against South Korea and the United Nations (UN), the United States being the UN's principal participant
1940 — Benjamin O. Davis, Sr. becomes first Black U.S. Army general
American military officer Benjamin O. Davis, Sr., became the first African American general in the U.S. Army when he was promoted to brigadier general
1940 — Birth of Legendary NCAA Basketball Coach Bob Knight
American collegiate basketball coach Bob Knight, whose 902 career NCAA coaching victories are among the most in men's basketball history, was born. How much do you know about basketball?
1936 — Establishment of the Rome-Berlin Axis
Germany and Italy established the Rome-Berlin Axis
1415 — English triumph at Agincourt
On this day in 1415, the English army, led by Henry V, scored a decisive victory over the French at the Battle of Agincourtduring the Hundred Years' War, paving the way for further English conquests and successes

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