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Or sign-in if you have an account.A poster displaying Ebola emergency contact numbers is pinned to a tent at the Busunga border crossing between Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo in Bundibugyo, on May 18, 2026. Photo by BADRU KATUMBA/AFP via Getty ImagesIt’s Friday, May 22. Here are the top stories we’re following today.Enjoy the latest local, national and international news.Exclusive articles by Conrad Black, Barbara Kay and others. Plus, special edition NP Platformed and First Reading newsletters and virtual events.Unlimited online access to National Post.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword.Support local journalism.Enjoy the latest local, national and international news.Exclusive articles by Conrad Black, Barbara Kay and others. Plus, special edition NP Platformed and First Reading newsletters and virtual events.Unlimited online access to National Post.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword.Support local journalism.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an Accountor“It’s important to be clear that while this is a serious and evolving situation, cases remain localized and the global risk is low,” Dr. Joss Reimer, Canada’s chief public health officer, said of the Ebola outbreak. Premier Danielle Smith speaks to Albertans on Thursday, May 21, 2026. Photo by Danielle Smith/YouTube“Canada as described by Smith is confident, daring and sitting astride the whole world. The picture she painted of this country was both aspirational and profoundly grounded. This was not a Canada clinging to past glories, or to myths about being honest brokers. Canada is those things, at least to some degree, but, more importantly, it is a nation that, at its best, stands on its own,” Jerema writes. A traveller tags their bags before a flight on Dec. 23, 2025. Photo by Heather Diehl/Getty ImagesBaggage tag switching leaves passengers unknowingly with a different piece of luggage identified as theirs — often one containing illicit drugs. That can result in a police investigation and, in some countries, prison time or even a death sentence. Conservative Party of Canada Leader Pierre Poilievre arrives to a news conference in the House of Commons foyer in Ottawa, May 6, 2026. Photo by Blair Gable/PostmediaAnalysts say the first rule in trying to understand political comebacks is that there are no rules, and no formula about how to pull one off. But the Liberals’ greatest threat — and perhaps the Conservatives’ most imposing weapon — is time. The administration building of the Fort McMurray First Nation 468, near Anzac, Alta. on Aug. 19, 2017. Photo by Cullen Bird/Fort McMurray Today/PostmediaIn her ruling, the judge said there are “serious issues about the validity of the invoice” sent by Fort McMurray First Nation’s chief. “The impact of the invoice, however, is undisputed: it would render (Councillor Samantha Whalen) ineligible to run for re-election.” Join the Conversation This website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.