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RFK Jr. suggests he'll have a significant role on agriculture and health policy if Trump is elected

RFK Jr. suggests he'll have a significant role on agriculture and health policy if Trump is elected

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is suggesting he will have significant influence on American agriculture policy if Donald Trump is elected president, the latest in a series of roles he has envisioned for himself in a second Trump administration.
Saskatchewan NDP's Beck promises 800 health-care workers, safer hospital environments

Saskatchewan NDP's Beck promises 800 health-care workers, safer hospital environments

REGINA — Saskatchewan New Democratic Leader Carla Beck says she would hire 800 new front-line health-care workers over four years if her party wins the election on Oct. 28.
Trump uses interview on economics to promote tariffs and riff on his favorite themes

Trump uses interview on economics to promote tariffs and riff on his favorite themes

CHICAGO (AP) — Donald Trump seized Tuesday on an opening to sound his frequent argument that imposing huge tariffs on foreign goods would amount to an economic elixir — one that he claims would raise enormous sums for the government, protect U.S.
Manitoba taps former federal cabinet minister to lead Winnipeg rail relocation study

Manitoba taps former federal cabinet minister to lead Winnipeg rail relocation study

WINNIPEG — Longtime federal Liberal cabinet minister Lloyd Axworthy has been tapped by the Manitoba government to lead a study into the decades-old issue of relocating rail lines in Winnipeg.
Alberta to launch new primary care agency by next month in health overhaul

Alberta to launch new primary care agency by next month in health overhaul

The Alberta government continues to divvy up its provincial health authority, with the health minister saying the new agency responsible for primary care is expected to be up and running by November.
Walz unveils Harris' plan for rural voters as campaign looks to cut into Trump's edge

Walz unveils Harris' plan for rural voters as campaign looks to cut into Trump's edge

WASHINGTON (AP) — Democratic vice presidential nominee Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Tuesday unveiled his ticket's plans to improve the lives of rural voters, as Vice President Kamala Harris looks to cut into former President Donald Trump's support.
Trump uses interview on economics to promote tariffs and riff on his favorite themes

Trump uses interview on economics to promote tariffs and riff on his favorite themes

CHICAGO (AP) — Donald Trump seized Tuesday on an opening to sound his frequent argument that imposing huge tariffs on foreign goods would amount to an economic elixir — one that he claims would raise enormous sums for the government, protect U.S.
New Brunswick election: Fewer events, promises mark Tories' 'super quiet' campaign

New Brunswick election: Fewer events, promises mark Tories' 'super quiet' campaign

FREDERICTON — New Brunswick's Progressive Conservative leader has been noticeably more absent on the campaign trail compared to his two main opponents — and has made significantly fewer election promises. Since the Sept.
San Jose State volleyball at the center of another decision to compete against the team

San Jose State volleyball at the center of another decision to compete against the team

Another athletics opponent of San Jose State has grappled with whether to play the school in volleyball. The University of Nevada made it clear Monday that its Oct.
Trump says it would be a 'smart thing' if he spoke to Putin, though he won't confirm he has

Trump says it would be a 'smart thing' if he spoke to Putin, though he won't confirm he has

CHICAGO (AP) — Former President Donald Trump on Tuesday refused to say whether he's spoken with Russian President Vladimir Putin since leaving office, as reported in journalist Bob Woodward's latest book .