Two major electoral campaigns in Canada are being run by former Airbnb and real estate lobbyists

Both Toronto mayoral candidate Brad Bradford and B.C. Premier David Eby’s campaigns are being staffed by former Airbnb and real estate lobbyists, an investigation by Ricochet has revealed.
Is Doug Ford’s Government Really Working For Workers?

Since coming to power in 2018, Ontario Premier Doug Ford has worked to fashion himself as a champion of working people. Despite leading a Progressive Conservative government with a decidedly…
Why did Meta change its moderation system before Brazil’s elections?

This story originally appeared in Panamerican Dispatch on Oct. 08, 2026, and is shared here with permission.
Long Island Audit: Will the FEDS Indict this cop watcher?

Popular cop watcher Long Island Audit has garnered a massive audience documenting his efforts to hold law enforcement accountable. But his work has also lead to pushback. Recently Sean has received…
BC activists risked jail time to provide safe drugs—and won a historic court ruling

In a historic court decision, the BC Supreme Court says Canada needs a legal pathway for “compassion clubs” that aim to reduce overdose deaths by supplying safer drugs.
N.L.’s offshore oil could help bankroll a company linked to Israel’s illegal occupation of Palestine

If the sale of Suncor’s stakes in three of Newfoundland and Labrador’s offshore oil projects goes through, this province could end up contributing to Israel’s illegal occupation of the Palestinian…
Here are the people behind the Israel lobby

The Maple names four registered Canadian lobby groups it places within the Israel lobby: B’nai Brith Canada, the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs…
David McGuinty announces $4 billion for F-35 transition project

Defence Minister David McGuinty has announced $4 billion for infrastructure to support Canada’s incoming F-35 fighter jets at Cold Lake, Alberta.
Fighting big money in politics: California’s Community News Act

Governor Gavin Newsom has signed California’s Community NEWS Act, putting public money behind outlets that hire and keep local journalists.
Ex-agent says CIA is planting pro-Bolsonaro stories to influence election
Former CIA officer John Kiriakou says on his podcast that the agency is quietly placing pro-Flávio Bolsonaro stories in Brazilian and international media…