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In a significant political development, former Liberal cabinet ministers Wayne Easter and John Manley have called for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to step down following a surprising Conservative victory in the Toronto-St. Paul’s by-election. This loss in a traditionally Liberal stronghold has sparked a broader conversation about the need for new leadership within the party. Easter, who served from 2000 to 2021, emphasized the urgency of the situation, suggesting that Trudeau and his senior advisors in the Prime Minister’s Office face some difficult decisions about their future. Easter’s remarks reflect a growing sentiment among some party veterans that it may be time for Trudeau to “fold…

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In a decisive move to counteract Japan’s plummeting birthrate, the parliament has passed a law designed to enhance child care support through increased allowances and expanded parental leave. This legislation is a key part of the government’s strategy to more fairly distribute the costs of raising children. Effective fiscal 2026, the law introduces a new funding mechanism financed by higher monthly health insurance premiums. This action comes in response to the record-low number of births in 2023, highlighting the demographic challenges facing the country. The government aims to generate 600 billion yen ($4 billion) initially, with the amount rising to 1 trillion…

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The European Council has approved a new Schengen Borders Code aimed at enhancing the management of internal and external borders within the EU. The code addresses border control procedures for individuals crossing external EU borders, marking a significant step in fortifying the Schengen area against current and future crises. This update ensures that residents and travelers within the EU can continue to benefit from seamless borderless travel while also bolstering the region’s resilience to potential threats. One key aspect of the reform is the introduction of provisions allowing for EU-wide measures to restrict the entry of third-country nationals during large-scale public health emergencies. Under the…

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