Court to define hate-peddling rights in Canada
Canada’s top court faces a major test on free speech versus hate mongering as a former Alberta teacher, a neo Nazi operator of a racist phone line, and white supremacist leaders press their case for freedom of expression before the Supreme Court. The Canadian Civil Liberties Association backs the challenge.
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German leaders charged flee Berlin guards safeguard documents
Security agents stood guard outside the offices of former Communist leaders in East Berlin to safeguard documents and other evidence amid charges and flight concerns.
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Czechs Rally in Prague Demand New Government
More than 150,000 protesters in Wenceslas Square urged a resignation and a new government amid a Communist-dominated cabinet. They called for quick free elections and a referendum on German reunification as they cheered Vaclav Havel and decried old party leaders.
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Rebels fire on troops as Manila mutiny traps foreigners in Makati
Rebels in Makati hotels and highrises fire on government troops as a four day mutiny continues. Capt Alfred Yew vows to hold the line while hundreds of foreigners including about 30 Canadians are confined in hotels and homes. Two bombs injure bystanders. Officials report at least 70 dead. Canadian embassy says 31 Canadians at four Makati hotels safe with no casualties. Thousands seek refuge in relief centers across Manila.
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Philippine
Calgary couple challenge Income Tax Act over stay at home parents
Laurie and James Boland join Kids First in a test case alleging the 1972 tax rules discriminate against stay at home parents by denying child care deductions. They plan to pay the wife for home care and deduct its value, while the act favors working parents and lowers net income for low earners.
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Kids First
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Brodie Boland
NDP shifts Meech stance under new leader McLaughlin
The New Democratic Party moved away from Ed Broadbent era full Meech Lake support under new leader Audrey McLaughlin. The party backs Quebec distinct society while seeking constitutional recognition for other rights and defers NATO policy changes for review.
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NATO backs Western unity as Gorbachev ushers era
Western leaders including Prime Minister Brian Mulroney met in Brussels for a NATO one day session. They supported a strong Western defense while noting reforms in the Soviet Union and Eastern Europe. Canada pressed for investment and observer status for Moscow in GATT to ease integration into Western finance and trade.
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Mulroney Defends Meech Accord in Quebec Address
Prime Minister Brian Mulroney delivered a pointed defense of the Meech Lake accord in Montreal. He charged Pierre Trudeau with causing an injustice to Quebec by constitutional changes linked to the 1980 sovereignty referendum and the 1981 patriation.
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