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November 3, 2026

Israeli Opposition Parties Unite Behind Gadi Eisenkot for Prime Minister

The Israeli opposition has now jointly agreed to back former Israeli army chief Gadi Eisenkot as their choice for the next prime minister after the electoral deadlock of October 27. Coming to Herzliya before the official coalition discussions with President Isaac Herzog, the five opposition parties’ leaders—Eisenkot, Naftali Bennett, Avigdor Liberman, Yair Golan, and Yair Lapid—all committed themselves to move fast towards replacing Netanyahu’s government. But Netanyahu’s 53-seat bloc is still greater than the main opposition bloc of 48 seats, and reaching a 61 seat majority depends on the Arab parties that control 19 seats. For the opposition to come together, there are major hurdles posed by Netanyahu's demands for a national government under his Likud Party banner, and the strict preconditions demanded by Eisenkot and Liberman.

Trump Announces Plan to End Annual US Grants to Israel

World

November 3, 2026

Trump Announces Plan to End Annual US Grants to Israel

US President Donald Trump declared that President Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel and him had agreed to discontinue the US annual grants to Israel within the end of the year. According to Trump, who was speaking in an interview with Fox News at the time of midterm election day, it was Netanyahu who came up with the idea so as to calm down political pressures that have been mounting in the country. According to foreign policy experts, the president does not have the power to do this since it is Congress that decides how to spend the money.

Former Airline Employee Sentenced to 16 Months in Federal Prison in US

Canada

November 3, 2026

Former Airline Employee Sentenced to 16 Months in Federal Prison in US

A former airline employee was sentenced yesterday to 16 months in federal prison for participating in a scheme to defraud three major airlines, resulting in total revenue losses of over $600,000. Chaculvin Hayes, 37, of Jacksonville, Florida, was sentenced by United States District Judge John F. Walter, who also ordered him to pay $602,886.18 in restitution. Hayes pleaded guilty in June 2026 to one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud. According to his plea agreement, Hayes and co-conspirators participated in a scheme to fraudulently upgrade tickets, alter bookings, and issue travel vouchers, causing more than $600,000 in losses to three major airlines. During the period between January 2017 and December 2019, Hayes and his co-conspirators worked for GAT Airline Ground Support, a contractor that provided ticketing and ground support services at Hollywood Burbank Airport and other locations. Through their job, the group had access to airline reservation systems for United and Delta and could also book American flights through airline agreements. Hayes and his co-conspirators exploited a ticketing accommodation process known as "waivers and favors," which is intended to allow authorized customer service employees to make special booking changes when necessary. During the scheme, Hayes used his access to upgrade tickets (for example, from economy to first class) without charging the proper fees; change travel dates and itineraries without required fees; and create unauthorized Electronic Travel Coupons (ETCs) that could be used like vouchers. Hayes admitted using an alias, "Neeve Andrews," to sell heavily discounted airline tickets obtained through fraudulent reservation modifications and accepted payments from customers. Hayes also admitted to using his employee credentials to modify hundreds of Passenger Name Records (PNRs) and issue dozens of unauthorized vouchers. Through hundreds of PNR modifications and through the issuance of fraudulent ETC vouchers, Hayes and his co-conspirators caused combined losses totaling approximately $602,886.18. The FBI investigated this matter. This case was prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Amanda Elbogen of the Major Crimes Section for the Central District of California.

New Surrey City Council takes office and will pass motions on every election commitment at its first meeting

Canada

November 3, 2026

New Surrey City Council takes office and will pass motions on every election commitment at its first meeting

Mayor Doug McCallum and the members of Surrey City Council officially took the Oath of Office at an inauguration ceremony held Monday evening at City Hall, beginning the 2026 to 2030 term.In his inaugural address, Mayor McCallum announced that at its first regular meeting, Council will bring forward motions to proceed on each of the 15 commitments the Mayor and Council were elected on, including the new women and children's hospital in Newton. The first motions include freezing property taxes at zero per cent for the four-year term, moving forward with the hospital on City-owned land in Newton, and moving forward with the extension of SkyTrain down King George Boulevard to Newton. Council will also move at that meeting to establish a Commission on Government Efficiency, reporting within 100 days, and to introduce zero tolerance for illegal dumping with stronger penalties.“The people of Surrey did not elect this Council to study things. They elected us to get things done, and that work starts at our first meeting,” said Mayor McCallum. “Surrey is about to become the largest city in British Columbia. A city of that size needs a new women and children's hospital, it needs SkyTrain to Newton, it needs safe neighbourhoods and recreation facilities in every community, and it needs City Hall to keep life affordable for families while we build them. That is what this Council is going to deliver.”Mayor McCallum said the City will work with the Province of British Columbia and the Government of Canada to advance the hospital and the SkyTrain extension, and congratulated Premier-designate Lorne Doerkson and the incoming provincial government on their election.“When the largest city in the province, the government of the province and the government of Canada all want the same things, those things get built,” said Mayor McCallum. “Surrey is ready, and we have partners in Victoria and in Ottawa who are ready too.”The commitments Council will move on at its first regular meeting are:A new women and children's hospital in Newton on City-owned land, with City approvals fast-trackedFreeze property taxes for four yearsZero tolerance on crime and extortion, with more officers on the streetSkyTrain down King George Boulevard to NewtonSurrey: A Global City, attracting world-class investment, business and tourismSurrey Police Service helicopter and drone fleet within 90 daysNew pools for Clayton Heights, City Centre, Newton and CloverdaleHeritage designation for Crescent Beach and Ocean Park, from 140 Street west to the ocean, with zoning frozen as single-family and a no-tree-cut bylaw, protecting these neighbourhoods from Bill 44Surrey Recreation for All: free recreation fees for seniors, free swim lessons for ages 3 to 16, a four-year freeze on recreation fees, and public pools returned to the publicFarm Local Plan: protect farmland and increase local food productionIndependent forensic audit of land dealings at City HallWithdraw from the Metro Vancouver Regional Board, maintaining core services only60-day residential building permit guaranteeFree business licences for the first two years for every new businessPurchase the Rosemary Heights Retreat Centre Lands, stop the proposed residential development, and protect the lands permanently as a park“Surrey's best days are still ahead of us, and we will get there together,” said Mayor McCallum.Mayor McCallum, who previously served as Mayor of Surrey for 13 years, was sworn in alongside the following members of Council:Deputy Mayor and Councillor Mandeep NagraCouncillor Doug ElfordCouncillor Laurie GuerraCouncillor Allison PattonCouncillor Meera GillCouncillor Suhana GillCouncillor Cheney ClokeCouncillor Harry BainsThe first regular meeting of the new Council will take place on Nov. 9 at 7 p.m. in Council Chambers at Surrey City Hall. Council meetings are open to the public and livestreamed at surrey.ca.

Armed and barricaded – two sent to hospital, one man in custody

Canada

November 3, 2026

Armed and barricaded – two sent to hospital, one man in custody

On October 31, just before 9:00 p.m., Central District General Patrol officers responded to a stabbing at an apartment complex in the 400 block of Kennedy Street.Upon arrival, officers determined that the involved suite was barricaded and detected smoke emanating from inside. With the assistance of the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service, officers gained entry and took the suspect into custody. During entry, officers observed a fire inside the residence, which was quickly extinguished.A 48-year-old man and a 56-year-old woman were both located within the suite. Both received emergency medical care at the scene. The man was transported to hospital in unstable condition and later upgraded to stable condition. The woman was in transported in stable condition.Investigators determined that the suspect and the victims were inside the suite when the man was stabbed with a knife. The suspect subsequently smashed a window, and the woman was assaulted with a shard of glass. A fire was lit on the stove while the suite was still barricaded.During the arrest, a Conducted Energy Weapon (CEW) was deployed, and two police officers were assaulted, and sustained minor injuries.The Major Crimes Unit assumed responsibility for the investigation.Patrick Tony Munroe , (24) has been charged with the following aggravated Assault, arson with Disregard for Human Life, possession of a Weapon, forcible Confinement, resisting Peace Officer, assault Peace Officer and Fail to Comply with Condition of Release Order x 4He was detained in custody.

OIPC for BC investigating Crime Stoppers breach

Canada

November 3, 2026

OIPC for BC investigating Crime Stoppers breach

The Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner for British Columbia (OIPC) is investigating whether the British Columbia Crime Stoppers Society took adequate steps to protect personal information gathered from people who reported tips in BC.Under the Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA), the OIPC has jurisdiction over organizations (including non-profits) that collect, use and disclose the personal information of people living in British Columbia. Organizations are required under PIPA to make reasonable security arrangements to protect personal information that they hold. Due to the sensitive nature of the personal information held by Crime Stoppers, individuals do not need to complain to the OIPC if they believe they have been affected by the breach. As this is an active file before the office, the OIPC is not able to provide further information.

Burnaby RCMP Traffic Services to focus on school zone safety this fall

Canada

November 3, 2026

Burnaby RCMP Traffic Services to focus on school zone safety this fall

Helping kids get to and from school safely in fall weather conditions will be the focus of a November enforcement campaign for Burnaby RCMP Traffic Services. As we get further into the fall, conditions are typically darker and rainy, inclement weather is more common. This combination of lower visibility and wet roads increases the risk for pedestrians: according to ICBC, nearly half of crashes involving pedestrians take place between October and January. Burnaby Traffic Services officers will be concentrating on school zones for their latest enforcement initiative throughout the month of November. Officers will be at schools throughout the city, ensuring students and staff are staying safe on the roads and drivers are obeying school zone speed limits of 30 kilometres an hour from 7AM to 10 PM, Monday to Friday. “This is the time of year when we know poor visibility and inclement weather increase the risk on our roads, and we want to make sure kids are safe on their way to school and returning home,” said Sgt. Gary Johal with Burnaby RCMP Traffic Services. “While we always reinforce school zone safety at the beginning of the school year, November is a great time for a reminder given the changing conditions.” Safety tips for drivers: Slow down and drivers for the conditionsStay focussed on the road – avoid distractionsKeep an eye out for pedestrians all along your drive – not just at intersections and crosswalksEnsure your lights and wipers are functioning properly

SPS Investigating Shooting in Central Surrey

Canada

November 3, 2026

SPS Investigating Shooting in Central Surrey

Surrey Police Service (SPS) is investigating a shooting incident that took place last night in the Surrey Central area of the city.At approximately 9:42 pm on November 2, SPS Frontline officers responded to a report of shots fired in the 9000 block of Snowdon Place. At this location officers found evidence of a shooting and signs of injury, but no suspects or victim were on scene. Other SPS Frontline members attended the hospital and located a male suffering from a gunshot wound. That 22-year-old man remains in hospital in critical condition.SPS’ Major Crime Unit has assumed conduct of the investigation.Despite the investigation being in the early stages, there is no indication that it is extortion related.SPS investigators are requesting that anyone with information concerning the shooting, or who were in the area at the time and have dashcam or CCTV footage, to contact Surrey Police Service’s non-emergency 604-599-0502 and quote file number 26-119173 (SP).

Youth injured in alleged dangerous driving incident involving dozens of riders

Canada

November 3, 2026

Youth injured in alleged dangerous driving incident involving dozens of riders

A 15-year-old youth is recovering from minor injuries following an incident involving approximately 25 e-scooter, e-bike, and motorbike riders in Vancouver on Halloween night. Several families flagged down officers in Kerrisdale, reporting that a group of approximately two dozen riders dressed in similar costumes were driving dangerously and almost hit them. One responding patrol car was almost hit by a 15-year-old youth riding an e-dirt bike. The youth was allegedly travelling at 50-60 km/h, blew through multiple stop signs, and refused to stop for police before colliding with another vehicle. He was taken to hospital with minor injuries. Most e-dirt bikes are designed for off-road use and are not permitted on public streets and highways. The incident is currently being investigated by the Collision Investigation Unit and charges have not yet been recommended.

Local Generosity Brings Delta One Step Closer to Its First-Ever MRI Scanner

Canada

November 3, 2026

Local Generosity Brings Delta One Step Closer to Its First-Ever MRI Scanner

For 17 years, Ivy Tam has called Ladner home. Now, her latest act of generosity is helping usher in a new era of medical technology for Delta Hospital, bringing critical care closer to home for thousands of local residents.Tam has made a major $100,000 gift to the Elevating Care: Bringing MRI to Delta campaign. The ambitious fundraising initiative, spearheaded by the Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation (DHCHF), aims to raise $18 million to fund cutting-edge MRI equipment and the necessary facility renovations to introduce MRI services to Delta Hospital for the first time in its history.A Growing Need for Care Close to HomeFor many Delta residents, accessing advanced diagnostic imaging currently means embarking on stressful journeys outside the community. Last year alone, more than 5,400 Delta residents had to travel elsewhere just to receive outpatient MRI scans.Once fully operational, the new MRI facility at Delta Hospital is projected to perform up to 10,000 scans annually, drastically cutting down travel time for local patients and relieving pressure on regional healthcare networks.For Tam, supporting the initiative was a natural response to a clear community need."I believe it is important to help when we can, especially when there is a need close to home," Tam said. "Healthcare touches all of us at some point in our lives. Bringing MRI services to Delta will make a meaningful difference for patients and families, and I am pleased to play a small part in helping make it happen."A History of Giving BackThis $100,000 contribution is far from Tam’s first effort to strengthen local healthcare. Since establishing a connection with the Foundation in 2025, she has consistently invested in the well-being of her neighbors through targeted, high-impact contributions:Long-Term Care: A $100,000 gift supporting the Beedie Long-Term Care Centre campaign.Emergency Department: Funding to replace aging patient chairs in Delta Hospital’s Emergency Department.Diagnostic Imaging: Her latest $100,000 boost toward the $18 million MRI goal.Lisa Hoglund, CEO of the Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation, praised Tam’s ongoing commitment to local healthcare excellence."Ivy’s generosity reflects the incredible spirit of our community," Hoglund noted. "Her support of local healthcare has been both thoughtful and impactful, from long-term care and emergency care enhancements to now helping bring MRI services to Delta. We are deeply grateful for her commitment and leadership."A Strategic Healthcare PartnershipThe MRI expansion represents a collaborative effort between the public health authority and the local community foundation:Partner | Key ResponsibilitiesDelta Hospital & Community Health Foundation | Lead the campaign to raise the necessary $18 million in community donor support for equipment and renovations.Fraser Health | Oversee physical construction, operational staffing, and ongoing clinical management of the MRI unit.With supporters like Ivy Tam leading the way, the Elevating Care campaign continues to build momentum, moving Delta Hospital ever closer to delivering state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging right in the heart of Ladner.