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Greenland's government and prime minister rejected recent U.S. comments about acquiring the territory and reaffirmed that Greenland is part of the Kingdom of Denmark and NATO. Danish and Greenlandic envoys are due to meet U.S. officials in Washington this week as allies discuss Arctic security.

After arguing for U.S. control of Greenland at Davos, President Trump said he and NATO Secretary‑General Mark Rutte had formed a “framework” and that he would drop threatened tariffs; Denmark has not agreed to give up sovereignty over Greenland.

Benjamin Netanyahu has accepted an invitation to join Donald Trump's Board of Peace, a Trump-chaired international committee that has shifted from its initial Gaza focus; the International Criminal Court has previously issued an arrest warrant for Netanyahu.

Health Canada says counterfeit versions of GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic and Mounjaro are being sold in stores and online, and the agency has not assessed these unauthorized products for safety, effectiveness or quality.

Canada and China reached a trade agreement that will cut Chinese tariffs on Canadian canola seed to about 15% from roughly 84% by March 1, and Saskatchewan producers said the move provides greater predictability for planting and sales.

Patients with Lyme disease in Canada report delays in diagnosis and ongoing symptoms after treatment; a free public panel in Gatineau on Feb. 2 will bring clinicians, researchers and patient partners together to discuss complications and care.

The Salmon Arm Fire Department said it will hold an ice rescue practice on McGuire Lake Wednesday evening between 6:30 p.m. and 9:00 p.m., and it reminded the public that local ice remains unsafe.

B.C. Premier David Eby urged the head of the province's anti-extortion task force to clarify remarks and demonstrate a sense of urgency after a series of extortion-linked shootings; police say the task force is handling 32 investigative files and reported seven people charged.

A judge ordered New York to redraw the boundaries of the only Republican-held congressional seat in New York City, finding the current lines unconstitutionally diluted Black and Hispanic votes. Republicans are expected to appeal.

Kodiak has launched Protein Overnight Oats in Maple Pecan, Dark Chocolate Sea Salt, and Cookie Butter; the product pairs whole grain oats, chia, flax, and quinoa to provide 20 grams of protein per serving and under 10 grams of sugar.

A team led by Dr. Tony Gargano analyzed Apollo lunar samples with high-precision triple oxygen isotopes and concluded that meteorites since the Late Heavy Bombardment could only have supplied a small fraction of Earth's water; the paper was published in PNAS.

A House Oversight Committee voted to recommend contempt charges against Bill and Hillary Clinton after they declined in-person testimony about ties to Jeffrey Epstein; the committee has referred the measures to the full House for a possible vote to send the matters to the Justice Department.

The European Commission approved a €200-million commitment to support renewable hydrogen production in Atlantic Canada and to unlock matching Canadian funds for fuels destined for Germany, completing a regulatory step in the Canada‑Germany clean hydrogen cooperation.

The House Oversight Committee approved resolutions to hold Bill and Hillary Clinton in contempt of Congress related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, setting up possible House floor votes. The Clintons say the subpoenas are invalid and have provided written declarations.

The Strathmore Wheatland Chamber of Commerce held the 2025 Business Excellence Awards on Jan. 17 at the Strathmore Civic Centre, recognizing many local businesses after more than 120 nominations. Winners were announced across multiple categories, and organizers said the event may expand next year to accommodate growth.

Astronomical images highlight the Lupus 3 dark molecular cloud about 500 light-years away, showing young T-Tauri stars, dense dust filaments, and a reflection nebula created by two hot young stars. A 2006 study identified two age groups of T-Tauri stars in Lupus 3, near 1 million years and between 5 and 27 million years old.

The Supreme Court heard arguments over President Trump's attempt to remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook; justices focused on whether Cook received adequate due process and raised concerns about the effect on the Fed's independence.

House Republicans voted to end a 20-year ban on mining near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness; the resolution now goes to the Senate and, if approved there, would be sent to President Donald Trump for his signature.

Susie Gellman, who died at 104, served as a typist in the Examination Unit, a top‑secret Canadian code‑breaking operation during the Second World War; the unit was publicly honoured with a plaque at Laurier House in 2022.

Stettler town council recognized 15-year-old David Bursik at its Jan. 20 meeting after he won four gold medals at a national meet in Ontario last fall.

Astronauts evacuated from the International Space Station said a portable ultrasound was helpful during a recent medical crisis; the crew declined to identify who was treated and NASA called it its first medical evacuation in 65 years of human spaceflight.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford said he and auto companies were told only a few hours before the federal government announced a tariff deal allowing about 50,000 Chinese-made electric vehicles into Canada; he warned the move could harm Ontario's auto workers.

A U.S. magistrate judge barred federal prosecutors from reviewing material seized during an FBI search of Washington Post reporter Hannah Natanson's home and scheduled a hearing for early next month.

China will remove tariffs on canola meal, lobsters, crab and peas from March until at least the end of 2026 and reduce tariffs on canola seed to 15%; B.C. producers welcome relief while some products, such as geoducks, remain uncertain.

Khevin Enriquez, who works at Bedford Road and Lowther Avenue near two downtown Toronto schools, was selected as one of three winners in Parachute's Canada's favourite crossing guard contest; parents and the charity praised his warmth and professionalism.

Prime Minister Mark Carney and China’s Xi Jinping agreed to allow 49,000 Chinese electric vehicles into Canada at a 6.1% tariff and to reduce several Chinese tariffs on Canadian exports; critics in Ontario worry the move could affect local auto manufacturing.

A 72-page UN report, produced with the Government of Canada, states the world is in an era of 'global water bankruptcy' and says freshwater systems have been pushed outside safe planetary boundaries.

Premier Tim Houston says Nova Scotia Power's coal plants should be reassessed after filings show a $700-million net book value; the utility's plan to securitize those assets is under review by the Nova Scotia Energy Board and the province will file a closing submission by the end of the month.

Quebec Premier François Legault said the Coalition Avenir Québec will remain a political force after he steps down, and he told reporters he is not planning to prorogue the legislature ahead of the October election.

After ministerial energy talks, Canada says Chinese officials expressed interest in buying more Canadian energy products; analysts say Chinese investment in a proposed northwest B.C. bitumen pipeline is possible but faces political and financial hurdles.