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Yahoo
10 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Some First Nations worry Carney's major projects bill will only lead to more conflict
Some First Nations are raising concerns about the federal government's plan to provide up-front approvals for major projects, with one grand chief calling it a "fool's errand." Through interviews and letters CBC News obtained, First Nations are raising red flags with the Liberal government's plans to fast-track what it calls projects in the national interest. The government is still consulting with Indigenous communities, premiers and industry, but is expected to table "one Canadian economy" legislation as early as next week. "While you can legislate to fast-track regulation, you cannot fast-track the Crown's duties or fast-track Indigenous acceptance," states Savanna McGregor, Grand Chief of the Algonquin Anishinabeg Nation Tribal Council in a letter to the Privy Council Office (PCO). "Trying to do so is a fool's errand because it would lead to more, not less, potential conflict, including preclusive litigation." CBC News contacted the PCO on Friday evening for a request for comment about McGregor's concerns, but did not receive a response by publication time. McGregor represents seven nations in Quebec and Ontario. The PCO is the lead branch of the civil service providing support to Prime Minister Mark Carney and his cabinet. The office has been sending letters to Indigenous leaders, asking for feedback on proposed legislation that would fast-track major projects, such as ports, nuclear facilities and mines. CBC News obtained a document shared with First Nations that states Carney's government intends to "facilitate the identification of projects" that are in the national interest, "provide certainty through up-front regulatory approvals" and establish a "major projects office." WATCH | Carney on his government's priorities: The letter gave First Nations a week to comment on the briefing note, which spells out how the proposed legislation would work. Friday was the deadline to comment. "Obviously, it is quite concerning," said Treaty 8 Grand Chief Trevor Mercredi in an interview with CBC News. "There's not much time to react and strategize." Treaty 8 is the largest treaty by area and encompasses parts of Alberta, the Northwest Territories, British Columbia and northwest Saskatchewan. Many of its sovereign nations are in the heart of Canada's oilpatch or live with its direct environmental impacts. Mercredi said that when governments talk about removing the red tape and other barriers that slow down the approval of projects, First Nations like his worry Indigenous rights will be pushed aside. "We're wondering which direction it's going to go," Mercredi said. He said one place this could end up is in court. WATCH | Poilievre's view on the proposed bill: Groups backed by industry, however, are looking favourably at the government's proposal. Although they still need to see the legislation, some believe the Liberal government seems to be moving in the right direction. The head of the Alberta Chambers of Commerce, which counts fossil fuel companies as its members, said it would mark a "positive step." "We've heard the same frustration from business leaders across Canada, specifically in Alberta, about how we're falling behind globally on attracting capital, and this legislation could greatly help reverse that trend if it's enacted in a timely manner," said Shauna Feth, CEO of the Alberta Chambers of Commerce, in an interview with the CBC's The House. However, liquefied natural gas advocacy group Energy for a Secure Future questions whether Ottawa is picking winners and losers. The group's head suggested that the Liberal government should consider specific sectors it wants to see projects in, such as critical mineral mines, rather than favouring specific projects. "So I think the government in signalling in that way can achieve its similar goals without putting the spotlight on any specific projects, and I think that will attract more projects," said Shannon Joseph, the chair of Energy for a Secure Future.
Irish Daily Mirror
17 hours ago
- Sport
- Irish Daily Mirror
Conor McGregor called out for bare knuckle fight by UFC star
Former UFC welterweight standout Mike Perry has challenged Conor McGregor to a bare-knuckle fight. McGregor hasn't competed since suffering a devastating first-round loss to Dustin Poirier at UFC 264 in 2021, though recent training footage hints at a potential return. The Dubliner was set to face Michael Chandler last year but pulled out after sustaining a training injury. Meanwhile, Perry has carved out a dominant presence in Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) — a promotion partially owned by McGregor — following his UFC departure four years ago. Since making his bare-knuckle debut in 2022, the 33-year-old American has remained unbeaten, notching five impressive victories and establishing himself as a force in the sport. His last bout was in professional boxing, where he lost to YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul. He's yet to make a BKFC comeback after being jokimgly fired by McGregor. The 'Notorious' has often hinted at a BKFC fight, and Perry is more than ready to welcome the former dual-weight UFC champion into the ring. Keen to get back into action, 'Platinum' has challenged McGregor to get off his "a**." Speaking on the Pound 4 Pound Podcast with UFC legends Kamaru Usman and Henry Cejudo, he said: "Bare-knuckle is really fun and exciting, I'm 5-0 and I got a lot of credit over there, I'm the king of violence over there. "Conor's over there messing about. Get back in the ring and let's do something, Platinum Tequila vs Proper 12. Your whiskey dropped you, I'll drop you. Yeah (I would like to fight McGregor in BKFC), I would like to fight Jake (Paul) in bare-knuckle but he wouldn't do it, so we created Dirty Boxing." Back in March, McGregor hinted that he may be done with the UFC after stating that he was happy with everything he had accomplished inside the cage. 'I've got two fights on the contract, I'm in negotiations," he said at a BKFC event. "Last week something happened to me, I went to the White House and my heart bleeds for my country right now. So there's a lot of stuff going on back home, I'm happy with what I've done. There's something else for me that's in my gut right now and that's kind of where I'm going.'' That said, just moments later, when asked if he could fight and be president at the same time, the Irishman gave a quick response, replying: 'F*****g right I will, of course, are you crazy? That's part of why I want to do it! To be announced as the President of Ireland while having a fight? Imagine that. But for sure, hell yeah, hell yes.'
Extra.ie
a day ago
- Business
- Extra.ie
Conor McGregor 'in talks to acquire OnlyFans'
Conor McGregor has seemingly confirmed he's in talks to buy OnlyFans. The MMA fighter has alluded to the fact in a recent social media post, expressing his interest in acquiring the subscription-based content platform OnlyFans, which is popular among sex workers and influencers. Reuters claims owner Fenix International Ltd are in talks to offload the company, with it being valued at an estimated €7billion. Conor McGregor has seemingly confirmed he's in talks to buy OnlyFans. Pic: ANL/REX/Shutterstock The UFC fighter subsequently shared a news story about the potential sale on Instagram, commenting: 'I'm in serious talks to buy this.' While no official sources have confirmed McGregor's interest, it has been made known that talks with an investor group have been ongoing since March. The platform was purchased by Leonid Radvinsky, a Ukrainian-American entrepreneur, back in 2018 from a UK-based family. The MMA fighter has alluded to the fact in a recent social media post, expressing his interest in acquiring the subscription-based content platform OnlyFans, which is popular among sex workers and influencers. Pic: Pavlo Gonchar/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images The New York Post has since reported that sole shareholder Radvinsky has struggled to sell OnlyFans due to its 'X-rated business model.' 'You're looking to find billionaires and trying to sell it as not an adult content company but just a platform like X that allows adult content,' a source revealed. 'But I think most people right now view OnlyFans as an adult content company.' Forbes estimates McGregor's current net worth to be around €38m, with the Irish fighter moving more into the business realm with each passing year. The Dubliner has not fought in the UFC himself in almost four years since his leg break against Dustin Poirier in 2021.
Time of India
a day ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Michael Chandler hints at January 2026 UFC return fight with Conor McGregor
Chandler proposes January 2026 date for McGregor bout Michael Chandler has reignited talks of a potential UFC fight with Conor McGregor by suggesting a new date for their long-delayed matchup. Posting on the social media platform Threads, Chandler wrote 'Conor!!!!! 1/24/26,' hinting at a possible return event early in 2026. The former Bellator lightweight champion and McGregor were originally expected to face each other following their coaching roles on The Ultimate Fighter: Season 31 in 2023. Despite initial plans to schedule the bout after the season concluded, it failed to come together. McGregor later withdrew from a proposed UFC 303 headliner due to a reported toe injury. Also read: How UFC's move to Netflix might affect your fight night, Joe Rogan weighs in by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like You will never turn off your computer again. Undo Following the cancellation, Chandler returned to the Octagon for a rematch with Charles Oliveira in November 2024, and later fought Paddy Pimblett at UFC 314. Losses in both contests extended Chandler's losing streak to three, matching the longest skid of his professional career. The UFC has scheduled events only through UFC 320 on September 13, 2025. A January 24, 2026 event would likely be the promotion's first pay-per-view card of the year, as the UFC traditionally pauses operations in late December and early January. Live Events McGregor's UFC future remains unconfirmed As of now, there is no confirmation that the UFC has engaged in discussions with either fighter about booking a bout for 2026. Conor McGregor has remained publicly silent on his fighting future. McGregor's last UFC appearance occurred nearly four years ago during a trilogy bout with Dustin Poirier, which ended with McGregor suffering a leg injury and a second consecutive defeat. Prior to that, the Irish fighter returned in 2020 after a long layoff to score a 40-second victory over Donald 'Cowboy' Cerrone at UFC 246. McGregor rose to international prominence with his 2016 knockout victory over Eddie Alvarez, securing titles in two UFC weight divisions. He subsequently participated in a high-profile boxing match against Floyd Mayweather in 2017, before returning to the UFC for a failed title attempt against Khabib Nurmagomedov in 2018. Also read: The Ultimate Fighter season 33 episode 1 recap; how Cormier and Sonnen cheered newcomers Chandler's latest callout adds to ongoing speculation surrounding McGregor's potential return. While the January 2026 date may be tentative or speculative, it highlights Chandler's continued interest in facing the former UFC champion despite recent setbacks.
Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Conor McGregor offered comeback bare knuckle fight by former UFC star
The former dual-weight UFC champion has not fought since 2021, but one ex-UFC star is eager to go head-to-head with the Irishman in the ring Former UFC welterweight star Mike Perry has called for a bare knuckle showdown with Conor McGregor. The Irish fighter hasn't stepped into the cage since his brutal first-round loss to Dustin Poirier at UFC 264 in 2021, but recent videos of him training suggest he's gearing up for a comeback. McGregor was due to make a return last year against Michael Chandler but withdrew from the clash after picking up an injury in training. Perry, on the other hand, has made quite a name for himself in BKFC - a promotion co-owned by McGregor - since leaving the UFC four years ago. The 33-year-old American debuted in bare-knuckle fighting in 2022 and has since racked up five impressive victories, remaining undefeated in the ring. His last bout was in professional boxing, where he lost to YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul. He's yet to make a BKFC comeback after being jokimgly fired by McGregor. The 'Notorious' has often hinted at a BKFC fight, and Perry is more than ready to welcome the former dual-weight UFC champion into the ring. Keen to get back into action, 'Platinum' has challenged McGregor to get off his "a**." Speaking on the Pound 4 Pound Podcast with UFC legends Kamaru Usman and Henry Cejudo, he said: "Bare-knuckle is really fun and exciting, I'm 5-0 and I got a lot of credit over there, I'm the king of violence over there. "Conor's over there messing about. Get back in the ring and let's do something, Platinum Tequila vs Proper 12. Your whiskey dropped you, I'll drop you. Yeah (I would like to fight McGregor in BKFC), I would like to fight Jake (Paul) in bare-knuckle but he wouldn't do it, so we created Dirty Boxing." Back in March, McGregor hinted that he may be done with the UFC after stating that he was happy with everything he had accomplished inside the cage. 'I've got two fights on the contract, I'm in negotiations," he said at a BKFC event. "Last week something happened to me, I went to the White House and my heart bleeds for my country right now. So there's a lot of stuff going on back home, I'm happy with what I've done. There's something else for me that's in my gut right now and that's kind of where I'm going.'' That said, just moments later, when asked if he could fight and be president at the same time, the Irishman gave a quick response, replying: 'F*****g right I will, of course, are you crazy? That's part of why I want to do it! To be announced as the President of Ireland while having a fight? Imagine that. But for sure, hell yeah, hell yes.'
