The Pentagon is threatening Anthropic with blacklisting to strip all AI safety guardrails — no limits, no oversight, no courtroom. Weaponized AI is here. https://ncrnow.ca/2026/02/26/weaponized-ai-pentagon-anthropic/ #AIsafety #AI #USpoli

Ontario is overhauling OSAP — with big changes to grants, loans and tuition policy. Curious what it means for students and families? Read the full breakdown: Photo by Dom Fou on Unsplashhttps://ncrnow.ca/2026/02/20/ontario-osap-overhaul/

Calls are growing across Canada for increased humanitarian and diplomatic support as Cuba faces severe shortages, blackouts, inflation and mass migration. #Cuba #humanitarianaid #USembargo #Ottawa

Jesse Jackson dies at 84. The civil rights leader and political pioneer leaves behind a powerful legacy of activism and reform. #civilrights, #JesseJackson, #USpolitics, #DemocraticParty

Men’s Olympic hockey power rankings are in — who’s poised to medal and who’s rising? Check out the latest list and surprises here: https://ncrnow.ca/2026/02/08/power-ranking-mens-olympic-hockey-teams/

It’s time to take down the American flag on Canadian soil, the article argues — symbols matter when your sovereignty is under threat. 🇨🇦 Read why flying the Stars and Stripes now sends the wrong message: https://ncrnow.ca/2026/02/09/take-down-that-flag/

The gst rebate sounds helpful. Does it really lower grocery prices, or just help us cope with a broken system? A closer look at Mark Carney’s plan and what it fixes long term. https://ncrnow.ca/2026/02/09/gst-rebate-grocery-prices/ #gstrebate, #grocery

Bad Bunny is set to headline the Super Bowl LX halftime show as the first solo artist performing primarily in Spanish — a milestone in pop culture that’s sparking national conversation and controversy. Read more: https://ncrnow.ca/2026/02/07/bad-bunny/

Valentine's Day is fast approaching and we compiled a list of good movies you and your sweetie can cuddle to. Check it out here: https://ncrnow.ca/2026/02/07/valentines-day-movies/

Do you like to write? Have a perspective missing from local media? NCRnow is looking for volunteer columnists. You don’t need to be a journalist, just rooted in real community with something meaningful to say. Pitch us: [email protected]

Is Cuba facing its worst crisis ever? From blackouts to economic collapse, disease and travel chaos, we think it's time to look at things for what they are. Read the full breakdown and what it means https://ncrnow.ca/2026/02/06/is-cuba-in-crisis/ #CubanCrisis

Canada’s medal hunt at Milano Cortina 2026 is underway! From hockey and curling to freestyle skiing and skating, Team Canada has depth and podium potential across multiple events. Read our latest update on 🇨🇦 winter Olympic medal hopes: https://ncrnow.ca/2026/02/05/milano-cortina/

Don Lemon arrested on federal charges after covering Minnesota church protest. What does this unprecedented case mean for press freedom? Our full analysis: https://ncrnow.ca/2026/02/01/don-lemon-arrested/

An 87 percent leadership convention result looks like a mandate. But it might really just be a measure of who could afford to be in the room. https://ncrnow.ca/2026/02/01/87-percent-means-less-leadership-convention/ #PierrePoilievre, #leadershipconvention, #Canadianpolitics

After years of political pressure, TikTok U.S. has been sold to American investors — but what actually changes (or doesn’t)? Here’s the breakdown for Canadian users. Photo by Solen Feyissa on Unsplashhttps://ncrnow.ca/2026/01/30/tiktok-sold-to-the-americans/

What if privatization makes healthcare worse, not better? Evidence shows private clinics worsen wait times and cost taxpayers more. Canada's approach isn't the problem—underfunding is. https://ncrnow.ca/2026/01/30/healthcare-privatization-myth-canada/ #healthcare privatization #Fraser Institute

Scientists move Doomsday Clock to 85 seconds to midnight - the closest humanity has ever been to catastrophe. Nuclear threats, climate change, and AI risks push us toward the brink. Read more: https://ncrnow.ca/2026/01/28/doomsday-clock/

Deepfakes have evolved from crude experiments to near-perfect forgeries. They're fooling experts, spreading faster than fact-checkers can debunk, and threatening democracy. https://ncrnow.ca/2026/01/27/deepfakes-a-growing-threat-to-truth/ #deepfakes #AI #misinformation

Systematic rise in deaths linked to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in early 2026 follows a record-high last year, with six so far this year plus two fatal shootings of civilians. Read our analysis here: https://ncrnow.ca/2026/01/26/deaths-in-ice-operations/

Canada-China trade is reshaping Ottawa’s economic strategy as global uncertainty grows and U.S. protectionism continues. What Canada’s latest trade move signals, and why it matters now. https://ncrnow.ca/2026/01/19/canada-china-trade-ottawa-strategy/ #CanadaChinatrade #cdnpoli

Do conservative policy priorities match the moment Canadians are living in? Housing, health care, and affordability barely appear. Worth asking why these debates keep coming back. #cdnpoli #policyhttps://ncrnow.ca/2026/01/16/why-conservative-policy-feels-out-of-step/

Trump is threatening to use the Insurrection Act after unrest in Minnesota. What is it, how does it work, and why does it matter for civil liberties? Read more: https://r.pebmac.ca/https://ncrnow.ca/2026/01/15/what-is-the-insurrection-act/

What do Western statements and sanctions actually achieve? An analysis of Iran’s protests, global pressure, and Canada’s role. https://r.pebmac.ca/https://ncrnow.ca/2026/01/13/iran-protests-and-the-western-response/#IranProtests #ForeignPolicy #HumanRights

Two days. Two cities. ICE and Border Patrol shootings. Same language. Same justifications. At what point do we admit this is becoming normalized? Read the full piece: https://ncrnow.ca/2026/01/09/federal-agents/

Simple really is best at Paninaro — this piece dives into how simplicity, care, and obsession with quality make its Italian sandwiches unforgettable. Read why restraint beats excess in every bite: https://ncrnow.ca/2026/01/07/paninaro/

Canada defeated Finland 6–3 to win bronze at the 2026 World Juniors, led by four-point games from Gavin McKenna and Michael Hage, and record-setting defenceman Zayne Parekh. Full recap: https://ncrnow.ca/2026/01/06/world-junior-championship-2026/

When power replaces rules, no country is immune. Why Pierre Poilievre’s praise of Trump over Venezuela should worry Canadians. https://r.pebmac.ca/https://ncrnow.ca/2026/01/05/when-power-replaces-truth/#cdnpoli #powerpolitics #CanadaUS

When we stop imagining better outcomes, we hand our power to people who benefit from things staying broken. Creating a better future is an act of creativity. https://r.pebmac.ca/https://ncrnow.ca/2026/01/02/creating-a-better-future/ #collective action #democracy #social change

Maybe growth in 2026 isn’t about doing more, but letting go. Leave behind guilt, comparison, burnout, and pressure. Make room for kindness, rest, and steady progress. Read more: https://ncrnow.ca/2026/01/03/20-things-im-leaving-in-2025/ Photo by Tim Mossholder on Unsplash

As we move through 2026, maybe growth isn’t about doing more, but letting go. Leave behind guilt, constant comparison, burnout, and unearned pressure. Make room for kindness, rest, honesty, and steady progress. That’s a good way forward.

🎅 Hidden beneath Lowertown Brewery is a Christmas speakeasy you don’t find by accident. We take you inside the Lowertown Brewery Speakeasy Read the full article on NCRnow 👇 #LowertownBrewerySpeakeasy #OttawaSpeakeasy #ByWardMarket https://ncrnow.ca/2025/12/12/lowertown-brewery-speakeasy/

🏛️ Another MP has crossed the floor — and it raises a bigger question than party numbers. Read the full NCRnow article 👇 https://ncrnow.ca/2025/12/12/mp-crosses-the-floor/ #cdnpoli 🇨🇦 #FloorCrossing #PoliticalTrust #Parliament #NCRnow

Your Ottawa Public Library card is more than just a tool for borrowing books. It’s a key that unlocks a huge range of free digital resources, community programs, and creative technology across the city. https://ncrnow.ca/2025/12/12/ottawa-public-library-card/

Gondola dining has arrived on the Ottawa River this winter, bringing a whimsical new experience to Westboro Beach — and it’s already one of the city’s most talked-about cold-weather attractions.

Ontario politics blew up today after NDP Marit Stiles was ejected for calling the Ford PCs a corrupt government. https://r.pebmac.ca/https://ncrnow.ca/2025/11/19/corrupt-government-stiles-ejected/ #DougFord #MaritStiles #corruption #onpoli #cdnpoli

Les Rouges Shine in Last CANMNT Friendly of November: Canada VS Venezuela

An analysis of the tactics Jamil Jivani uses to push his “Liberal racism” message, including redefining basic terms to make ordinary policies look dangerous. https://r.pebmac.ca/.../political-manipulation-tactics.../ #cdnpoli #JamilJivani #NationalPost #PoliticalManipulation

Ford’s ad wasted money. Trump’s tantrum wasted trust. Canada's real mistake? Believing he ever wanted a deal. https://r.pebmac.ca/https://theframeworkmedia.com/2025/10/25/trump-tantrum-and-trade-relations/ #Trump, #DougFord, #USPolitics, #CDNPoli, #TradeTalks

We’ve been told to be grateful for scraps while the rich get richer. It’s time we talk about how deeply we’ve been conditioned to accept less. #NoKingsDay #billionaires #USPolitics https://r.pebmac.ca/https://theframeworkmedia.com/2025/10/21/conditioned-to-accept-less/

Freedom. Safety. Faith. Values we all agree on. And that’s exactly why they’re used to manipulate us. #propaganda #truthatallcosts #manipulation, #FYP https://r.pebmac.ca/https://theframeworkmedia.com/2025/09/26/how-propaganda-manipulates-pt1/

Should Canada fear annexation under Trump? We argue that despite legal challenges, under Trump it’s a possibility. #FYP #Trump #Canada #CanadaIsNotForSale #51State .

Propaganda doesn’t come with a warning label. It hides inside words like freedom, safety, and faith; values no one wants to oppose. Part 1 shows how the tactics work and why it’s so dangerous if we don’t recognize them. r.pebmac.ca/theframe... #Propaganda #USpoli #Cdnpol

The province will be introducing a ban on municipal speed cameras. Agree? Disagree? #JoinedAConversation #FYP #Ontario #Municipalities #DougFord .

Doctors aren’t gods. But some sure act like it 👀 Ever had one shut you down for asking questions? Or fire you from their practice for requesting tests? #GodComplex #Healthcare #Doctors #FYP #OntarioHealth . https://theframeworkmedia.com/2025/09/23/the-god-complex-in-medicine/

“He’s back! 🙌 Jimmy Kimmel Live returns tomorrow night — will you be tuning in? 👀 #JimmyKimmelLive #LateNightTV #TrendingNow #BackOnABC #FYP”

🇨🇦 Canada just recognized a Palestinian state — Bold leadership or risky mistake? 🤔 Good move or bad move? Tell us 👇#Canada #Palestine #Israel #WorldNews #JoinTheConversation

It never works to appease a bully. Hard to believe big companies like Disney don't know it or think they are too big for repercussions.

Not just Unpopular! He's also the Most Unworthy-Unqualified-Unethical-Uneducated-Unprepared-Undemocratic-Unfortunate-Unhinged-Unjust-Unread-Unappealing-Unconscionable-Untrustworthy-Unscrupulous-Unstable-Unbearable-Unlikable-Unreliable-Unsound & Unctuous President in Modern American History. 🇺🇸 🙄

We discuss how Jimmy Kimmel's show has been canceled indefinitely due to his criticism of how some politicians reacted to Charlie Kirk's death. This is seen as political pressure, with Nexstar threatening to pull the show and the FCC chair weighing in, leading ABC to fold.

The Department of Justice has removed a study showing that white supremacist and far-right violence “continues to outpace all other types of terrorism and domestic violent extremism” in the United States. 🔗 www.404media.co/doj-deletes-...