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Man Tried To Hang Himself, Saved After Friend Saw His Facebook LiveMC polls results a mixed bag for ruling AAPSURREY, B.C. - Mounties say a Chilliwack, B.C., man has been charged with three criminal offences after a crash between a tractor and BC Highway Patrol vehicle during a 2023 protest. They say the 54-year-old was arrested on Dec. 18 and will appear in Surrey Provincial Court on Jan. 16, charged with fleeing police, dangerous operation of a vehicle and assaulting a police officer with a weapon. RCMP said last year that the tractor was one of several vehicles involved in a convoy that began in Chilliwack and was travelling to Vancouver. The tractor driver sustained serious injuries in the crash that left an officer with minor injuries. Photos from the collision posted to social media at the time showed a John Deere tractor on its side, and that it was flying a black and white flag that read “stop SOGI 123,” an apparent reference to a set of classroom guidelines on sexual orientation and gender identity. Several protests erupted in cities across Canada last fall by those opposed to the educational resource intended to create more inclusive classrooms. The Independent Investigations Office issued a statement in February after concluding its investigation into the Highway 17 crash in Surrey, saying it had cleared police of any wrongdoing. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 23, 2024.
Introducing a Cook Islands passport and citizenship is a significant shift, especially given the longstanding benefits Cook Islanders have enjoyed under New Zealand’s free association. This includes the highly valued New Zealand passport, which allows for easier global travel and work opportunities. Look, the thing is, by stating that independence would be a prerequisite for such changes, New Zealand seems to be drawing a clear line. This could place the Cook Islands government in a tough spot, as independence might bring challenges like loss of access to New Zealand’s financial and diplomatic support, in addition to the public’s resistance. NZ Foreign Minister Winston Peters’ call for a referendum underscores the democratic process, ensuring Cook Islanders themselves decide their future. Given the strong opposition to giving up the New Zealand passport, such a referendum would likely reflect the overwhelming “no” sentiment already seen. This debate appears to be more than just about passports; it’s about identity, sovereignty, and the practical realities of standing on one’s own. If the government continues to push for these changes, it could face significant backlash domestically, especially with the next general elections in 2026. A referendum would not only ensure that the people’s voices are heard but also formalise the collective sentiment on such a critical issue. It’s one thing to gauge opinions informally, like through social media or public discussion, but a referendum provides an official, measurable outcome that holds weight in decision-making. Given the widespread resistance to basically dumbing down the benefits of a New Zealand passport to sit alongside a Cook Islands passport, a referendum will reaffirm the public’s attachment to the current arrangement. It would also send a clear message to the government about the level of enthusiasm – or lack thereof – for such a fundamental change. PM Brown uses the argument that several other countries recognise dual citizenship as his defence of the change. This is misleading, the Cook Islands’ unique relationship with New Zealand under free association makes this situation fundamentally different. Comparing it to countries with dual citizenship outside of such an arrangement is false. The benefits of the current system – like the New Zealand passport and the associated rights – aren’t something those other countries enjoy, so the comparison falls flat. It seems like the PM might be grasping for justifications that don’t resonate with the public’s reality. If the PM’s agenda is driven by personal motives rather than the nation’s best interests, it would erode public trust and put his leadership at risk, especially given the public’s strong attachment to the New Zealand passport. MPs, mindful of their constituents, would likely distance themselves from such an unpopular move to avoid political fallout. We the people decide what’s of benefit to us not what the Government states is of benefit to us, the government is there to govern on our behalf, not act as a dictator, that’s why we have democratic processes. Te Tuhi Kelly Progressive Party of the Cook Islands LeaderArticle content Buddy, an eight-month-old mixed-breed, is definitely a handful. Recommended Videos The pooch — surrendered by his owner to the Toronto Humane Society in October — is endowed with “puppy energy.” “He was temporarily adopted for a week and then returned,” said THS spokesperson Lucas Solowey. “Nothing to do with him, but because the new owner had a personal situation, so it didn’t work out.” Still, those in a suitable home will need to be up for Buddy’s energy. “He just has a lot puppy energy — he’s an adorable, unruly puppy,” said Solowey. “Bring him to the dog park. Or if you have a backyard, play games, play fetch, just enjoy his puppy time, and make the most of it,” he added. “A lot of people love puppy energy. It’s only for a certain period of time. You just have to be able to keep up with the energy.” Buddy is also still growing — he’ll get “quite a bit bigger” — so there’s that to take into account, too. “I would probably advise his prospective adopters to enroll in a foundation training class that covers the basics, especially when you have a puppy,” said Solowey. Recommended video THS offers such a class for $156 with a 15% discount once a shelter animal is adopted. Solowey said Buddy would be good with other animals but cautioned there will be a need to “take it slow,” adding, “make sure he’s a good fit with other pets. But he’s just a sweet puppy, so I think he would do well in different situations.” As for small children in the home, Solowey said he would be fine, but to “make sure he doesn’t have any aggressive behaviour.” Anyone interested in adopting Buddy can visit www.torontohumanesociety.com , to start the adoption process. — UPDATE: Vanha, a one-year-old female chihuahua-mix from October’s Forever Friend column, was adopted.
Stock market today: Wall Street mixed at the start of a holiday-shortened weekIsaiah Wong is back in the NBA, this time with the Charlotte Hornets. Wong was signed Monday to a two-way contract. The Indiana Pacers draft pick had spent the season with the Utah Jazz’s G League affiliate. Wong has played one career NBA game, on April 1 for the Pacers, who chose him with the 55th overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. The Bonner & Prendergast grad and 2018 Daily Times Boys Basketball Player of the Year spent four seasons at the University of Miami. Wong, 23, has seven starts for the Salt Lake City Stars in the G League. He’s averaging 26.1 points, 4.1 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 1.6 steals per game. He’s coming off a 41-point game on Nov. 20. Wong is shooting 47.2 percent from the field and 42.1 percent from 3-point range this season. The 6-3, 185-pound guard has played 52 G League games in his career, averaging 17.2 points per game. He’ll wear No. 21 for the Hornets. Injuries have hit the Hornets hard, with four of their six double-figures scorers this season on the shelf, many for much longer than just Tuesday’s visit from the 76ers. Forward Grant Williams is out of the season with a torn ACL. Leading scorer LaMelo Ball, who is averaging 31.1 points per game and hit the Sixers for 38 last month, is out for at least two weeks with a calf strain. Tre Mann’s back injury will keep him out on the order of weeks, and Miles Bridges is out Tuesday with a knee issue. The Hornets will need to find sources of offense for the foreseeable future, and Wong is a possible answer on that front.
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