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Liberal Candidate Paul Chiang Steps Down Amid Controversy

Paul Chiang, a Liberal candidate in the Markham-Unionville riding, has announced his resignation following backlash over comments he made regarding a Conservative opponent, Joe Tay. Chiang suggested that individuals could claim a bounty offered by Hong Kong authorities by turning Tay over to the Chinese consulate. This statement, made during a press conference in January, sparked widespread criticism and raised concerns about foreign interference in Canadian politics. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) has since launched an investigation into the matter, citing potential threats to Canada's democratic processes. Chiang issued an apology, calling his remarks a "deplorable lapse in judgment," but the controversy persisted. Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre condemned the comments, stating that they endangered Tay's safety and sent a chilling message to the community. Chiang's resignation comes as Liberal leader Mark Carney faces mounting pressure to address ...

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Yemen’s Houthi rebels target Iranian-bound ship in Red Sea



A ship carrying oil products from Brazil to Iran was attacked by Yemen’s Houthi rebels on Monday, causing minor damage but no injuries to its crew, authorities said.

The Marshall Islands-flagged, Greek-operated bulk carrier Star Iris was hit by two missiles while sailing south through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a narrow waterway that connects the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden.

The Houthis claimed responsibility for the attack, saying they targeted an “American” vessel in retaliation for the “Zionist crimes” in Gaza and the “American-British aggression” in Yemen. However, they did not provide any evidence to support their claim.

The Star Iris was heading to Bandar Khomeini, a port in southwestern Iran that is the main destination for Iranian oil exports. Iran is the main supporter and supplier of weapons to the Houthis, who have been fighting a Saudi-led coalition in Yemen since 2015.

The attack on the Star Iris is the latest in a series of Houthi missile strikes on ships in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden, which are vital routes for global trade and energy. The rebels have also targeted Saudi oil facilities, airports, and military bases in the region.

The U.S. and the U.K. have conducted several airstrikes against the Houthis’ missile launch sites and arsenals in recent weeks, in an effort to protect the freedom of navigation and prevent further escalation. The U.N. has also called for a ceasefire and a political solution to end the conflict in Yemen, which has caused the world’s worst humanitarian crisis.

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