Ontario Premier Doug Ford drew attention and criticism this week after reacting dismissively to concerns raised by several municipalities regarding the province’s new speed signs, intended to replace automated speed cameras. The Premier told reporters he “broke out laughing” when hearing complaints about the size and visibility of the signs, sparking debate over road safety, government communication, and the balance between provincial policy and local priorities. The comments came amid ongoing efforts by the Ontario government to update speed enforcement strategies and modernize traffic management systems across the province. Municipal leaders have warned that the replacement signs may not adequately…

Hong Kong has begun a solemn three-day period of mourning following a devastating fire that ripped through a densely populated residential complex, claiming multiple lives and leaving dozens injured. Authorities, emergency responders, and grieving families across the city are grappling with the aftermath of one of the worst residential fires in recent years. City officials lowered flags at government buildings on Friday, and residents observed moments of silence in neighbourhoods surrounding the damaged complex. As the full scale of the tragedy continues to unfold, the government has vowed to support victims, investigate the cause of the blaze, and implement measures…