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Your daily horoscope: January 1, 2026

  IF TODAY IS YOUR BIRTHDAY If you know your own mind then all things are possible and with Mercury strong on your birthday this year there won’t be a single doubt anywhere in your head or your heart. Others may urge you to be cautious but what fun would that be? ARIES (March 21 - April 20): An opportunity to make an impression on the work front is about to present itself but you must act quickly or you could miss out. You are not the only one who is eyeing a move up the ladder of success, so be fast and be first! TAURUS (April 21 - May 21): Cosmic activity in your fellow earth sign of Capricorn will give your confidence a much-needed boost today. If you hold in your mind the thought of what you would like to accomplish it will soon be a reality rather than just a dream. GEMINI (May 22 - June 21): You may be fired up and raring to go but the planets warn if you get going too soon you could trip over your own feet and allow rivals to move ahead of you. If you start slow and then bui...

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Don Davies Appointed Interim Leader of NDP Amid Party Transition

 

In a significant shift for the New Democratic Party (NDP), British Columbia MP Don Davies has been appointed as the interim leader following the resignation of Jagmeet Singh. The decision was made by the party’s federal council, which convened after the NDP’s disappointing performance in the recent federal election.

Davies, who previously served as the party’s health critic, played a key role in negotiating dental care and pharmacare legislation with the Liberal government. His leadership comes at a critical time, as the NDP faces challenges after losing official party status, with only seven seats remaining in the House of Commons.

The party has yet to determine the rules and timing for a leadership contest to select a permanent leader. In the meantime, Davies is expected to focus on rebuilding support, strengthening party infrastructure, and advocating for core NDP policies, including public health care, affordable housing, and fair taxation.

With the NDP at a crossroads, Davies’ leadership will be instrumental in shaping the party’s future direction and strategy. His experience and commitment to progressive policies may help the party regain momentum in the coming months.


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