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Italy Advances Tougher Measures on Migrant Arrivals

ILE PHOTO: Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni attends a bilateral meeting with U.S. Vice President JD Vance (not pictured), during his visit to the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy, February 6, 2026.  Italy’s government has approved a new migration bill that would grant authorities the power to impose temporary naval blockades during periods of intense pressure on the country’s borders. The proposal, backed by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, is designed to curb irregular sea crossings by restricting access to Italian territorial waters. The draft law would allow officials to bar vessels from entering for up to 30 days, with the option to extend the measure to six months if national security or public order is deemed at risk. The plan also strengthens border surveillance, increases penalties for human smuggling, and expands the list of offenses that can lead to deportation. Supporters argue the move is necessary to manage migration flows more effectively, whi...

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Ontario Braces for Brutal Cold: Coldest Temperatures of the Year Arrive


Ontario is experiencing a dramatic temperature drop as the coldest air of the year sweeps across the province. After a brief warm-up on Saturday, temperatures are expected to plummet by as much as 20-24°C within 18-24 hours. The Arctic air mass will bring frigid conditions, with some areas seeing temperatures drop to -28°C by Monday.

Residents are advised to bundle up and limit outdoor exposure to avoid frostbite and hypothermia. Travelers should be cautious of icy roads and potential snowfall, especially around Lake Huron. The cold snap is expected to last until Wednesday, with lake-effect snow likely to continue throughout the week.



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