No more federal budget watchdog in Ottawa as interim PBO’s term expires – National

by South Asian Star | Mar 2, 2026 | National

Descrease article font size Increase article font size There is currently no parliamentary budget officer scrutinizing federal finances in Ottawa as the interim fiscal watchdog’s term expired Monday without a successor in place. The PBO is an independent agent of...

Hilary Knight played with torn knee ligament in U.S. women’s run to Olympic hockey gold

by South Asian Star | Mar 2, 2026 | Sports

Listen to this articleEstimated 2 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results.Follow Winter Olympic SportsPersonalize Your...

Child, 6, dies after sledding accident in off-island Montreal suburb

by South Asian Star | Mar 2, 2026 | National

Listen to this articleEstimated 2 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results.A six-year-old child has died following a...

B.C. to end time changes, adopt year-round daylight time

by South Asian Star | Mar 2, 2026 | Local

Listen to this articleEstimated 3 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results.The B.C. government says this Sunday will be the...

Canadians stuck in Middle East say cities ‘very tense’ as Iran conflict escalates

by South Asian Star | Mar 2, 2026 | Local

From people taking vacations to one woman’s journey to teach fitness classes, a number of Canadians have had their travel plans shaken by the U.S. and Israeli attack on Iran and its fallout. There are approximately 85,000 Canadians and permanent residents registered...