Gaza Returns Amid Ceasefire Uncertainty 🕊️

Thousands of displaced Palestinians moved north to Gaza City on Friday as the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas took effect. Many of them returned to their homes, whether they were destroyed or not, as Israeli forces withdrew from Gaza’s major urban areas. While troops are still present within the enclave, many Gazans are grateful for some measure of peace. Israelis, meanwhile, are holding their breath for the return of the hostages taken during the Oct. 7 attacks two years ago. For now, Israeli’s and Palestinians are making the most of the reprieve. Vincent McAviney reports.

Prime Minister Mark Carney previewed some affordability measures today, following through on campaign promises ahead of next month’s budget. Three programs will be rolled out on Nov. 4, and as David Akin reports, one of them has the potential to put hundreds of dollars back in the pockets of millions of low-income Canadians.

There is a promising sign that Canada’s worst year for measles infections in decades may be winding down. This week, Ontario declared its nearly year-long outbreak over. But elsewhere in the country, cases of the disease continue to spread. As Heather Yourex-West reports, Canada is at risk of losing a key status symbol of vaccine success.

The Canadian Coast Guard and its 126 vessels are known for providing search and rescue services in Canadian waters. And now it’s adding new duties by transitioning to the Department of National Defence. The federal government says the change will help better protect Canada’s coastline, including in the Arctic. As Heidi Petracek reports, it helps move the needle on Canada’s international commitments.

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