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Explosion at Taber, Alberta ice rink causes significant damage, but no injuries reported. The blast in the Zamboni room led to a fire and evacuation, shattering windows, shifting walls, and damaging gas lines. Both ice rinks, curling club, and auditorium are closed indefinitely, while the aquatics center remains open. The cause is under investigation, and officials assure no ongoing risk to public safety.

Health Canadas new regulations target illegal drug production by requiring companies to report suspicious sales of chemicals and prevent diversion to illegal markets. The sale of certain health products containing ephedrine or pseudoephedrine is now restricted to reduce the risk of misuse in methamphetamine production. The amendments also make it harder to import drug manufacturing equipment, aiming to disrupt illegal activity and protect communities from harmful drugs.

Two pedestrians suffered severe injuries in a Richmond Hill crash, involving two vehicles at Leslie Street and Major Mackenzie Drive. One was rushed to a trauma center, while two others were taken to a local hospital. A fourth individual was found without vital signs. The cause is under investigation, leading to a closed intersection and traffic diversions.

Dharmjit Mands home was targeted in a shooting, following WhatsApp threats demanding $2 million. This incident, along with another shooting at his business, has forced Mand and his family to stay in hotels for safety. Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown is urging governments to address a growing problem of extortion, primarily affecting the South Asian community in Peel Region. The city council voted to send a letter to both levels of government, requesting funding for a dedicated task force, victim support, and better intelligence sharing among law enforcement agencies. A summit is planned for January in Peel Region to tackle extortion head-on.

Honduras Electoral Authorities Initiate Special Count of Ballot Boxes: Amidst Close Race and Accusations of Irregularities Honduras electoral officials have commenced a special count of nearly three thousand ballot boxes from the November presidential election, following three weeks of uncertainty and pressure from the United States government. The recount is being conducted with national and international observers present, aiming to address concerns and ensure the integrity of the final outcome. The two leading conservative candidates, Nasry Asfura and Salvador Nasralla, are in a very close race, with Asfura currently leading by a slight margin. The outcome of this special count will determine the next leader of Honduras, bringing an end to weeks of political tension and speculation.

Investigators probe potential links between MIT professors murder and Brown University mass shooting, as FBI examines possible connections and police identify suspect in the latter incident.

Tragedy strikes sports world as former NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and family perish in plane crash, adding to a long list of athletes lost in air disasters, including Kobe Bryant and Roy Halladay. These incidents highlight the risks of travel, even for the most accomplished.

Brampton Man Charged in Forcible Confinement Case; York Regional Police Warning of Commercial Break-ins A Brampton man, Goutam Banerjee, has been charged with forcible confinement after allegedly posing as a rideshare driver and confining a female victim. Police believe there may be additional victims. Meanwhile, York Regional Police are warning small business owners in Newmarket about a series of commercial break-ins, with thieves targeting cash registers and cash boxes. A suspect has been identified, and business owners are advised not to leave cash on site overnight.

Ontarios Integrity Commissioner launches investigation into Labor Minister David Piccinis handling of controversial Skills Development Fund, following requests from NDP Leader Marit Stiles and Liberal MPP Stephanie Smyth. The inquiry aims to determine if Piccini violated the Members Integrity Act, highlighting concerns over fund administration and selection criteria. The outcome could impact Piccini and the provincial governments management of public funds.