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The EU says it won't renew a fishing agreement with Senegal criticized by many in the country

The EU says it won't renew a fishing agreement with Senegal criticized by many in the country

DAKAR, Senegal (AP) — The European Union will not renew a fishing agreement with Senegal that has been criticized by many Senegalese, the EU delegation in the West African country announced Tuesday.
Swearing in ceremonies at B.C. legislature mark start of new political season

Swearing in ceremonies at B.C. legislature mark start of new political season

VICTORIA — Two newly elected members of British Columbia's Green Party will officially take their seats in the legislature following the first of three swearing-in ceremonies after last month's provincial election.
B.C. teen with bird flu is in critical care, infection source unknown: health officer

B.C. teen with bird flu is in critical care, infection source unknown: health officer

The teenager who tested positive for bird flu in British Columbia is in critical condition and "experiencing acute respiratory distress" while being treated at B.C. Children's Hospital, the provincial health officer says. Dr.
Canada steadfast on climate plan despite Trump re-election: Guilbeault

Canada steadfast on climate plan despite Trump re-election: Guilbeault

OTTAWA — Donald Trump's re-election in the United States will not impact Canada's commitment to fighting climate change, Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault said Tuesday.
New Brunswick premier confirms her Liberal government will draft carbon pricing plan

New Brunswick premier confirms her Liberal government will draft carbon pricing plan

FREDERICTON — New Brunswick Premier Susan Holt confirmed Tuesday that her newly elected Liberal government will draft a carbon pricing plan that will be submitted for Ottawa's approval.
Hurricane-damaged Tropicana Field can be fixed for about $55M in time for 2026 season, per report

Hurricane-damaged Tropicana Field can be fixed for about $55M in time for 2026 season, per report

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — A detailed assessment of the hurricane damage to Tropicana Field concludes that the home of the Tampa Bay Rays is structurally sound and can be repaired for about $55.7 million in time for the 2026 season.
Dozens of fires still burn in US Northeast but California fire is under relative control

Dozens of fires still burn in US Northeast but California fire is under relative control

The Northeast kept a wary eye on dozens of fires that killed at least one person and continued to burn Tuesday amid bone-dry weather , while much larger and more destructive fires came under relative control in California.
Earth's biggest polluters aren't sending leaders to UN climate talks in a year of weather extremes

Earth's biggest polluters aren't sending leaders to UN climate talks in a year of weather extremes

BAKU, Azerbaijan (AP) — World leaders converged Tuesday at the United Nations annual climate conference with plenty of big names and powerful countries noticeably absent. Past talks often had the star power of a soccer World Cup.
New Jersey will issue a drought warning after driest October ever and as wildfires rage

New Jersey will issue a drought warning after driest October ever and as wildfires rage

BRICK, N.J. (AP) — With wildfires burning after its driest September and October ever, New Jersey will issue a drought warning, a step that could eventually lead to mandatory water restrictions if significant rain doesn't fall soon.
Hurricane-damaged Tropicana Field can be fixed for about $55M in time for 2026 season, per report

Hurricane-damaged Tropicana Field can be fixed for about $55M in time for 2026 season, per report

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — A detailed assessment of the hurricane damage to Tropicana Field concludes that the home of the Tampa Bay Rays is structurally sound and can be repaired for about $55.7 million in time for the 2026 season.
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