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Photo credit: South China Morning A convoy of 109 UN aid lorries carrying food was violently looted in Gaza on Saturday, according to the UN Agency for Palestinian Refugees (UNRWA). BBC reports that ninety-seven of the lorries were lost, and their drivers were forced at gunpoint to unload their aid after passing through the Israeli-controlled Kerem…

Photo credit: CBC Ontario tabled a bill Monday that would ban 10 supervised consumption sites that the government deems too close to schools and daycares. CBC reports that if the bill is passed by Premier Doug Ford’s majority Progressive Conservative government, municipalities would still need the health minister’s approval to apply for an exemption from…

Photo credit: Evening standard Two young Ukrainian refugees who were “scared to talk” when starting school in the UK have said joining their local Scout group has helped them to learn English. The Standard reports that Artem Horchuck and Yehor Kremnov, both six, arrived in Gosport, Hampshire, in 2022 after their families fled Ukraine. Since…

Photo credit: France 24 A prominent Tunisian advocate for migrants is in custody, and anti-terrorist investigators are handling his case. The New Arab reports that, according to the head of a rights group, this is a disturbing first for the country. Tunisia is one of the main launching points for boats carrying migrants trying to…

Photo credit: CBC On Sunday, Ottawa saw a pair of rallies in support of and against a proposal to build tent-like structures for asylum seekers. CTV reports that hundreds of people stood in Ben Franklin Plaza supporting the newcomer reception centres. The first of the structures is planned to be built at 1645 Woodroffe Avenue,…

Photo credit: Narcity The Farmers’ Almanac has mapped out a season of chilly temperatures, fluctuating snowfall and the kind of winter wonderland moments we love (and occasionally grumble about). Whether you’re dreaming of snow-covered streets or dreading icy commutes, here’s what’s in store for residents of Ontario. INsauga reports that this past fall brought a mix of sunny days, cool…

Photo credit: Thai embassy The Immigration Bureau aims to improve its work at Suvarnabhumi Airport by implementing modern technology, including the Thailand Immigration System. Bangkok Post reports that the Commander of Immigration Division 2, which is responsible for immigration checkpoints at five significant airports, Pol. Maj. Gen. Choengron Rimpades said, “The key focus of immigration service at…