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When the left is too left in a Canada rattled by Trump. NYT &rt; World News Jagmeet Singh and his New Democrats Party face dwindling support in the election.

Canada’s million-dollar housing crisis is a top concern for voters. NYT &rt; World News The town of Chilliwack has attracted people who can no longer afford Vancouver, Canada’s most expensive city. “I really didn’t have any other options,” said Janet Robertson.

Dutch Municipality Accidentally Discards a 1980s Warhol Print NYT &rt; World News A portrait of former Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands might have been worth tens of thousands of dollars. It was probably thrown out during a renovation.

After 529 Days, Valerie the Dachshund Has Been Rescued NYT &rt; World News She survived more than a year in the Australian wilderness. But reuniting her with her owners will take a little more time.

News is blocked on Meta’s feeds in Canada. Here’s what fills the void. NYT &rt; World News

Live Updates: Canada Votes on New Leader in Tumultuous Moment NYT &rt; World News The Conservative Party was once considered the heavy favorite in Canada’s election. But President Trump’s trade war has upended the campaign, with the Liberal Party surging.

Pakistan’s Detention of Indian Border Guard Adds to Tensions NYT &rt; World News While the case is fairly routine, it comes as India indicates it is preparing to strike Pakistan in response to last week’s deadly terrorist attack.

Israel Faces World Court Hearings Over Gaza Aid NYT &rt; World News The United Nations criticized Israel for its ban on aid in hearings at the International Court of Justice. Israel did not send a legal delegation and rejected the proceedings as biased.

Where to Vote in Canada’s Election NYT &rt; World News You can find a voting station on Canada’s election website or by calling a toll-free number.

Canadians are going to the polls. Here’s the latest. NYT &rt; World News In the most important election of a generation, Canadians are heading to the polls Monday. Here’s what to know, and what to expect.

Canada’s Political Landscape Upended by Trump, Trudeau and Tariffs NYT &rt; World News After nearly a decade in power, the Liberal Party seemed destined to be swept out on a wave of anti-incumbency sentiment. Then events took a surprising turn.

Dozens Killed in Attack on Migrant Facility in Yemen, Houthis Say NYT &rt; World News There was no immediate comment from the U.S. military, which the Iran-backed Houthi militia blamed for the attack in Saada.

Spain, Portugal and France Hit by Widespread Power Outage NYT &rt; World News The blackout hit critical infrastructure like airports and caused transportation disruptions in the three countries. The cause of the outage was unclear.

‘Grandpa Robbers’ Go on Trial in Paris Over 2016 Kim Kardashian Heist NYT &rt; World News The reality TV star and entrepreneur was tied up and held at gunpoint, and jewelry worth nearly $9 million was stolen in the incident.

Conclave to Choose New Pope Will Start May 7, Vatican Says NYT &rt; World News About 130 cardinals will be able to vote on a successor for Francis, and a two-thirds majority is needed to elect the new head of the Roman Catholic Church.

Putin Declares 3-Day Cease-Fire in Ukraine for Next Month NYT &rt; World News There was no immediate comment from Ukraine about the unexpected announcement.

Decoding the Vatican: Key Terms in the Papal Transition NYT &rt; World News From conclave to “Habemus papam,” here’s what to know about the words and phrases that guide the process after a pope dies.

Saudi Arabia and Qatar to Pay Off Syria’s Debt to the World Bank NYT &rt; World News The countries agreed to cover $15 million owed to the lender as the new government in Damascus looks to rebuild the economy after the civil war.

Canada Election: It’ll Be Carney or Poilievre Against Trump’s Tariffs NYT &rt; World News The two leading candidates, Pierre Poilievre and Mark Carney, both plan to fight the U.S., its largest trading partner, over tariffs. But who would be more successful as relations grow icy?

What’s at Stake in Canada’s Elections? The Key Issues for Voters NYT &rt; World News Many Canadians believe Monday’s election is the most important of their lifetime. It will determine who will take on a stagnant economy and deal with President Trump.