Month: March 2018

A Canadian who plotted terrorist attacks in New York City for the so-called Islamic State said his frustration with the conduct of the United States and its allies had turned him towards “military jihad.” In a lengthy letter to the U.S. judge sentencing him next month, Abdulrahman El-Bahnasawy described how he came to see terrorism as an acceptable response to “reckless airstrikes” and rejection of the “Islamic system.” Story continues below “With airstrikes and bombs they destroyed homes, killed…

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“Many people voted for Trump in order to throw a hand grenade into national politics,” said former Representative Timothy J. Roemer, Democrat of Indiana. “It seems he has done the same thing to Capitol Hill, and no one knows from a tweet to an exchange in an Oval Office meeting what’s next.” Struggling to explain his evolving positions, Mr. Trump’s aides chose to emphasize his flexibility. “At least this president is holding forth for everyone to see in a…

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“It certainly will have a negative effect on our bilateral relationship,” he said. American businesses are more tied to the global economy than ever before, and the Trump administration is seeking concessions from trading partners to put American companies on a more competitive footing. Negotiators from Canada, Mexico and the United States were meeting in Mexico City to hash out changes to Nafta, and Washington is trying to revise a trade deal with South Korea. The possibility of tariffs…

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March 2 2018 6:50pm Fri, Mar 2: York University contract faculty have voted to reject what the school says is its final offer and that could set up a strike on Monday. Kamil Karamali reports. ‘ }); } else { var rel_id = svp.releaseInfo.contentId+””; if( typeof gnca_social_share_collection ); } }; // don’t do on IE,…

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March 2 2018 6:46pm Fri, Mar 2: Alan Carter speaks with Hamilton Mayor Fred Eisenberger about how potential tariffs imposed by the United States could affect the city’s economy. ‘ }); } else { var rel_id = svp.releaseInfo.contentId+””; if( typeof gnca_social_share_collection ); } }; // don’t do on IE, doesn’t work yet if ( !gNews.Common.isIE…

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March 2 2018 6:43pm Fri, Mar 2: Several clients of a downtown Toronto fitness club were allegedly accosted by a stranger Friday morning, prompting management to phone police. The club says it took roughly 40 minutes before help arrived. Shallima Maharaj reports. ‘ }); } else { var rel_id = svp.releaseInfo.contentId+””; if( typeof gnca_social_share_collection );…

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March 2 2018 6:43pm Fri, Mar 2: Singer, Songwriter, actress and filmmaker Barbra Streisand revealed this week when her beloved 14-year-old dog Samantha was ill, she had her cloned — twice. Susan Hay has more. ‘ }); } else { var rel_id = svp.releaseInfo.contentId+””; if( typeof gnca_social_share_collection ); } }; // don’t do on IE,…

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March 2 2018 6:36pm Fri, Mar 2: : In real estate transactions, the best practice usually involves full disclosure and honesty. But as Melanie Zettler reports, you might not always learn about your home’s questionable history. ‘ }); } else { var rel_id = svp.releaseInfo.contentId+””; if( typeof gnca_social_share_collection ); } }; // don’t do on…

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March 2 2018 6:36pm Fri, Mar 2: Blast of winter misses Durham ski hills, a stark reminder that spring is on the way and having enough snow to make it to March break, one of its most profitable times, could be a challenge. Aaron Streck has the story. ‘ }); } else { var rel_id = svp.releaseInfo.contentId+””; if( typeof gnca_social_share_collection…

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March 2 2018 6:32pm Fri, Mar 2: Kaden Young was swept away from his mother’s arms in the Grand River more than a week ago. Amaranth Town Council is scheduled to discuss the matter next week. Mark Carcasole reports. ‘ }); } else { var rel_id = svp.releaseInfo.contentId+””; if( typeof gnca_social_share_collection ); } }; //…

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