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Canadian bill aimed at strengthening border security may deny some asylum-seekers a refugee hearing and make it easier for the government to revoke migrants' status. The Liberal government introduced the bill this week, citing concerns about U.S. border security and the need to reduce the number of migrants in Canada. The legislation also allows for the suspension or cancellation of immigration documents and facilitates information sharing between agencies.

    Russian President Vladimir Putin told US President Donald Trump that a second round of peace talks with Ukraine was useful despite Kyiv's attempts to disrupt them, according to Kremlin foreign policy aide Yuri Ushakov. Putin and Trump discussed other international issues, including the Middle East conflict and Russia's role in dealing with Iran's nuclear program.

    A conference on Prince Edward Island is urging Canada to implement a basic income guarantee. The ACT BIG conference aims to raise awareness about the issue and push for government action. Experts say that US home prices will rise 3.5% this year, but tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump will hinder new construction and make housing less affordable.

    The Dutch government has collapsed after anti-Islam lawmaker Geert Wilders sparked a crisis in the four-party coalition. Opposition parties are calling for fresh elections as soon as possible to resolve the situation.