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Key points from AP analysis of Trump's New York civil fraud case

Key points from AP analysis of Trump's New York civil fraud case

NEW YORK (AP) — Donald Trump could potentially have his real estate empire ordered “dissolved” for repeated misrepresentations on financial statements to lenders in violation of New York’s powerful anti-fraud law.
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More Quebecers donated organs after MAID but Canada needs standardized data: study

More Quebecers donated organs after MAID but Canada needs standardized data: study

Quebec researchers say organ donation appears to be increasing among people who received an assisted death but they're calling for greater collaboration to support those who choose to give, along with respect for their autonomy and dignity.
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Toronto entrepreneur Mohammad Al Zaibak appointed to fill Ontario Senate vacancy

Toronto entrepreneur Mohammad Al Zaibak appointed to fill Ontario Senate vacancy

OTTAWA — Toronto entrepreneur Mohammad Al Zaibak is the latest addition to Canada's Senate.
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Canadians gather to say a final goodbye to former NDP leader Ed Broadbent

Canadians gather to say a final goodbye to former NDP leader Ed Broadbent

OTTAWA — Canada's first provincial First Nations premier singled out Ed Broadbent as a beacon of civility in politics Sunday as generations of political leaders gathered to bid a final goodbye to the left-leaning luminary.
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Poilievre vows to cut funds to UN agency amid reports of staff role in Oct. 7 attacks

Poilievre vows to cut funds to UN agency amid reports of staff role in Oct. 7 attacks

OTTAWA — Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre told caucus members on Sunday he plans to slash funding to a United Nations agency that supports Palestinians amid allegations some of its staff played a role in last October's terrorist attacks against I
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Illinois election officials to weigh recommendation to remove Trump's name from March primary ballot

CHICAGO (AP) — Former President Donald Trump should be removed from Illinois' primary ballot, but the decision should be left to the courts, a retired judge recommended Sunday to the state's election board, arguing that it was clear Trump engaged in
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Biden praises Black churches and says the world would be a different place without their example

Biden praises Black churches and says the world would be a different place without their example

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — President Joe Biden on Sunday extolled the existence of Black churches, saying the world would be a different place if they were not around to show people the “power of faith” during dark times.
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Arizona Republicans choose Trump favorite Gina Swoboda as party chair

PHOENIX (AP) — Gina Swoboda, an election activist endorsed by former President Donald Trump, has been chosen as the next chair of the Arizona Republican Party, a leadership post that puts her center stage in the battleground state for November's pres
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B.C. premier apologizes after social media mistake on Holocaust Remembrance Day

B.C. premier apologizes after social media mistake on Holocaust Remembrance Day

VICTORIA — British Columbia's premier has apologized after he says a member of his staff posted an incorrect message in social media posts linking to his statement marking Holocaust Remembrance Day on Saturday.
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Durham, Ont. byelection to take place March 4 after seat vacated by O'Toole

Durham, Ont. byelection to take place March 4 after seat vacated by O'Toole

OTTAWA — A federal byelection will be held in the Conservative stronghold of Durham, Ont. on March 4 to fill the seat left vacant by Erin O'Toole last spring.
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