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A 28-year-old Vancouver man with known gang links was shot dead in Burnaby on Thursday evening, in what investigators believe is the latest episode in British Columbia’s escalating gang conflict. Dilraj Singh Gill died at the scene after shots were fired near the 3700 block of Canada Way just before 5.30pm.IHIT Sgt. Freda Fong called the incident deeply concerning. “A shooting, especially in a public place, is extremely troubling, not only for the police but for the entire community,” she said, urging witnesses to come forward.Burnaby RCMP officers arrived to find Gill suffering critical injuries. Despite life-saving efforts, he could…
Koichi Nakano, associate professor of political science at Sophia University, says that despite initial grumbling when the snap election was announced, the LDP appears to be riding high on the prime minister’s popularity. A recent Asahi Shimbun survey suggests the party is on track to gain significantly more than the 233 seats needed for a majority in the 8 February lower house election. Source link
The former striker now devotes his time to championing others as a public speaker and activist. Source link
Police searching homes linked to Peter Mandelson after new revelations from the Jeffrey Epstein files dominate Saturday’s papers. Source link
Thomas Draca. | Photo Credit: MI Emirates Italy’s Australia-bred pacer Thomas Draca will run in this T20 World Cup with history swinging against his chest – a chain once worn by Dennis Lillee. To others, it’s just a chain. To him, it’s inheritance. He calls Lillee family.“Dennis has actually given me his World Series chain. It’s got his Test cap and his signature on it. He gave me that for my 21st birthday. In this World Cup, I’ll be wearing it, and I want to do him proud. I wouldn’t be here without him,” said the 25-year-old after his team’s…
Indian women’s hockey team coach Harendra Singh. File | Photo Credit: R.V. Moorthy In a surprise development, Indian women’s hockey team coach Harendra Singh stepped down on Monday (December 1, 2025) with immediate effect.The women’s team is currently training in Bengaluru ahead of the Hockey India League and the FIH Pro League starting in February. More importantly, the qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup are also scheduled to be held in February-March.“We thank Harendra Singh for his services. His commitment towards the development of Indian Hockey is well-known. We will announce a suitable replacement soon to ensure the team’s preparations…
Spectators sit and watch matches on a giant screen at the Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne, on January 23, 2026 | Photo Credit: AP Temperatures of 40C are forecast to roast the Australian Open on Saturday (January 24, 2026), forcing a change of schedule and warnings for fans.Play will start in Melbourne at 10:30 a.m. on the main arenas, compared to the normal 11:00 or 11:30 a.m.Other courts will start match action as early as 10:00 a.m., with organisers warning spectators to take precautions against the extreme heat and sun.“We expect pleasant conditions tomorrow morning, in the mid-20s, and…
D Gukesh at Tata Steel Masters. Photo Credit: X@tatasteelchess World Champion D Gukesh suffered his second defeat in a row and third in the event, going down to local star Anish Giri in the seventh round of Tata Steel Masters in Wijk Aan Zee.On what turned out to be a tough day for Indians, Arjun Erigaisi found himself on the receiving end against Yagiz Kaan Erdogmus of Turkiye who played a remarkable game to beat the world No. 5 and the top seeded.Aravindh Chithambaram also ended up losing with black pieces against another Dutchman Jorden van Foreest while R Praggnanandhaa…
Single individuals could discover new connections or heartfelt proposals, often encouraged by family. Couples might find their spark again in tranquil environments, while spouses can expect a delightful surge in affection, igniting romance in even the simplest of daily routines. New collaborations could emerge in business pursuits, and legal situations appear to trend positively. The day carries news and possibilities, especially for the unmarried. Venus and Jupiter create a supportive link, so proposals for marriage or serious conversations can come up, sometimes through family contacts.Unmarried young couples might get a chance to meet after a long time. Keep the meeting…
Comedian Kunal Kamra moves HC against Sahyog portal, calls it assault on free speechMumbai, Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra has moved the Bombay High Court against the government’s ‘Sahyog’ portal, calling it an “unconstitutional and unreasonable” assault on freedom of speech, as it allows officials to take down social media content.The comedian, in his petition filed on Wednesday, has primarily challenged the IT rules, which were amended in October 2025, along with the Sahyog portal.He had claimed that these tools “unlawfully” empower the Central and state government officials “to peremptorily issue takedown or blocking orders, without following the procedure mandated under…