👤 Sean Previl

62 articles tracked

About this journalist

Articles
62
2026-08-24 – 2026-11-03
Claims per article
21
1,275 extracted in total
Hedged claims
11%
corpus average 9%
Typical length
3,036
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Writes for Global News.
Hedged claims are ones written with attribution or uncertainty (“reportedly”, “according to”). A higher rate is not a fault: it is often careful sourcing. How these are measured.

What they cover

Politics
37%
Crime & Law
27%
Other
11%
Health
8%
Economy/Business
5%
World
5%
Most-tagged topics
Global NewsCanadaCanadianOntarioU.S.ConservativeAlbertaCanadians

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3 scored articles; a leaning average needs at least 8 before it says more about the writer than about which stories they happened to be assigned. Their outlet averages -0.13 (centre).

More from this journalist

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2026-09-06 · Global News · Politics
U.S. says claim Iran struck unmanned ship in Strait of Hormuz ‘total lie’
32 outlets covered this event
2026-11-02 · Global News · Other
Florida plane crash victims include 20-year-old with pilot’s licence
25 outlets covered this event
2026-09-06 · Global News · Other
At least 5 dead after Amazon plane overruns runway at Miami airport
25 outlets covered this event
2026-10-19 · Global News · Crime & Law
Carney expected to speak in House of Commons on CFB Wainwright tragedy
22 outlets covered this event
2026-10-18 · Global News · Crime & Law
4 killed in CFB Wainwright fire identified as dozens remain in hospital
22 outlets covered this event
2026-10-18 · Global News · Crime & Law
CFB Wainwright fire: What we know and don’t know so far
22 outlets covered this event

What they said would happen

2026-08-24 · Global News
Ottawa police investigate after more than 100 unknown pills found scattered in parks
🔮 Police were first called to Blue Willow Park in Ottawa’s east end at about 11 a.m. on Saturday. assertive
2026-08-24 · Global News
B.C. storm causes new wildfires, airport delays after more than 7K lightning strikes
🔮 Get breaking National news The province cautions that hot, dry and windy conditions are expected to return this week, which could increase the potential for fire activity. mixed
2026-08-25 · Global News
Back-to-school lunches need ‘flexibility’ amid uneven food prices: report
🔮 As Canadian families continue to get ready to head back to school, they could face a mixed bag of prices and need to be flexible when trying to plan out lunches for their children, according to a new report. mixed
2026-08-25 · Global News
From Amsterdam to Canada: Where efforts to identify ‘Lucky’ stand
🔮 Through contacting other people and making their way through the city, investigators discover Lucky would occasionally visit Soep en Zo, a restaurant in Waterlooplein or Waterloo Square, for a drink. assertive
2026-08-31 · Global News
Some Ontario government, business websites show ‘Lake America’ on maps
🔮 As a result, Google said people using Maps in the U.S. will now see “Lake America,” while those in Canada will see Lake Ontario. assertive
2026-09-06 · Global News
Nova Scotia mourning woman who died in province’s severe flooding: premier
🔮 “My thoughts are with her loved ones and everyone who is grieving this tragic loss,” said Premier Tim Houston on X. The woman’s death comes as states of emergency remained in effect for three counties on Cape Breton Island Sunday morning after heavy rain washed out roads, with more in the forecast. mixed
2026-09-06 · Global News
Indonesia’s Anak Krakatau volcano erupts, strands thousands as flights cancelled
🔮 He warned flight schedules could face cascading disruptions affecting aircraft rotations, fleet availability and terminal capacity as airlines work to restore operations. assertive
2026-09-06 · Global News
At least 5 dead after Amazon plane overruns runway at Miami airport
🔮 Chairwoman Jennifer Homendy will be on the scene with a briefing to be given Monday. assertive
2026-09-06 · Global News
U.S. says claim Iran struck unmanned ship in Strait of Hormuz ‘total lie’
🔮 Tehran’s hard-line new senior leaders have signaled a willingness to dig in after weathering decades of sanctions. assertive
2026-09-07 · Global News
Food allergy education a must as kids head back to school, doctors say
🔮 “Really knowing when to use your inhaler, how to use the inhaler, when to escalate therapy and when to seek extra help is super important because colds and flus are huge, maybe the number one trigger for asthma exacerbations. assertive
2026-09-16 · Global News
10 people suspected of vandalism at AI institute in Montreal as AI summit kicks off
🔮 Couture said a 25-year-old woman was arrested near the scene of the incident and taken to a detention centre where she will be interviewed to determine the extent of her involvement. assertive
2026-09-16 · Global News
Cost of Alberta separation could be up to $170B: report
🔮 An independent report into the possible separation of Alberta presents multiple outcomes, but ultimately determines the cost to leave Canada could cost up to $170 billion. mixed
2026-09-20 · Global News
Suspect sought in hate-motivated assault case, Toronto police say
🔮 Police have released images of the suspect and are asking people to contact police at 416-808-3500 if they have any information that may identify the man. assertive
2026-09-20 · Global News
Feds set to make major changes to Canada’s labour code
🔮 The Liberal government is expected to propose major changes to Canada’s labour code as MPs return to Parliament Hill for the fall sitting this week. assertive
2026-09-20 · Global News
Another MLA leaves BC Conservative caucus as potential snap election looms
🔮 Linda Hepner, MLA for Surrey-Serpentine River, resigned from caucus Sunday and criticized the party leadership’s “willingness to listen.” In her resignation letter to Findlay, obtained by Global News, Hepner also cited the removal of Trevor Halford, Claire Rattee and John Rustad on Friday as a reason behind her decision to leave caucus. assertive
2026-09-20 · Global News
Kerry-Lynne Findlay resigns as BC Conservatives leader
🔮 Findlay made the announcement on X at about 1:30 p.m. local time, saying it was “not an easy decision” but called it the “right one” for the province. “I will not allow an internal battle over my leadership to become a continuing distraction from the work British Columbians need a strong opposition to do,” Findlay wrote. assertive
2026-09-21 · Global News
A look back at Kerry-Lynne Findlay’s 4 months as BC Conservative leader
🔮 Kerry-Lynne Findlay resigned as the leader of the BC Conservatives on Sunday, stepping down after just 113 days in the role following the membership vote in May. assertive
2026-09-21 · Global News
Pharmacy treatments for Lyme disease cut N.S. emergency visits in half: study
🔮 Once pharmacists could assess the bites, the study found 402 people visited an emergency department during a period of 16 months after the change. assertive
2026-09-23 · Global News
Former U of M law dean arrested in Europe as part of extradition request: police
🔮 “Further information will be provided should the extradition application be successful and Black-Branch be returned to Winnipeg. assertive
2026-09-23 · Global News
Opioid use among Ontario seniors an ‘overlooked and evolving crisis’: study
🔮 “We hope that our findings will bring to light the nature of this often overlooked and evolving crisis among older adults and help inform programs and policies to prevent deaths in the future,” the Ontario Drug Policy Research Network said in its report. assertive
2026-09-27 · Global News
New U.S. bans to take effect Tuesday: Here’s what’s affected
🔮 U.S. import bans on select Canadian items are set to take effect this week, the latest salvo between the two countries in an ongoing trade war. assertive
2026-09-27 · Global News
BC Conservatives makes 1st policy announcement of election campaign
🔮 B.C. Conservative Interim Leader Lorne Doerkson is set to make a campaign announcement as the provincial snap election nears the end of its first week. assertive
2026-09-27 · Global News
Victims of Quebec helicopter crash remembered as TSB launches probe
🔮 Having flown with her three times, twice last year and once in 2026, Frost said she could’ve spent hours with Jutras in the air. “A wonderful, wonderful lady, very professional, loved flying,” Frost said. assertive
2026-09-28 · Global News
Tkʼemlúps te Secwépemc chief says ‘white nationalist’ group protested on reserve
🔮 Casimir said with Sept. 30, National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, approaching, it may have prompted this group’s appearance. assertive
2026-09-28 · Global News
Stelco to lay off 350 workers at Hamilton steel plant: union
🔮 Employees at the Hamilton steel plant run by Stelco Holdings Inc. will be laid off as the company plans to idle its finishing operations in the city. assertive
2026-09-29 · Global News
BC Conservative turned NDP Amelia Boultbee won’t run for re-election
🔮 Boultbee says she would have liked to continue as legislator, but “politics is hard and it’s not always fair” in framing her decision as a necessary move in the current political climate. assertive
2026-09-29 · Global News
16 charged in cocaine trafficking investigation in Quebec
🔮 A court appearance is expected Tuesday with 15 set to appear. assertive
2026-10-05 · Global News
Kingston Police officer charged with impaired driving while off duty
🔮 Police said no more information will be provided as the case is now before the courts. assertive
2026-10-06 · Global News
Toronto advance voting has begun. What you should know
🔮 Advance voting has begun in the City of Toronto, even as Chris Alexander says he’s dropping out of the mayoral race. assertive
2026-10-06 · Global News
Quebec’s anglophones approach PQ win with optimism, skepticism
🔮 The Parti Québécois (PQ) was elected to a minority government in Monday’s provincial election, just five seats shy of a majority, meaning it will have to work with opposition parties to pass legislation. assertive
2026-10-07 · Global News
Ontario COVID-19 vaccine rollout sees ‘delay’ in some regions
🔮 A central Ontario public health unit says seniors waiting for a COVID-19 vaccine may have to wait a bit longer due to a delay in getting doses to administer. assertive
2026-10-07 · Global News
1 in 3 food banks, shelters forced to turn away people due to demand: survey
🔮 By helping food banks now, those who rely on them will also get help, they said. assertive
2026-10-13 · Global News
Storm to bring up to 60 millimetres of rain to parts of Ontario, Quebec
🔮 Some Ontarians and Quebecers will need to grab those umbrellas Tuesday as parts of both provinces could see up to 60 millimetres of rain depending on where people live. speculative
2026-10-13 · Global News
Part of Ontario to move to permanent daylight time. Here’s where
🔮 Ontario is set to move parts of the province’s northwest region to permanent daylight time in order to align with Manitoba. assertive
2026-10-14 · Global News
Lotto Max hits $90M, biggest lottery prize in Canadian history
🔮 A person in York Region and another in Willowdale also were winners of the Lotto Max second prize, each receiving $81,541.10. mixed
2026-10-18 · Global News
Canadians react to CFB Wainwright explosion and fire
🔮 “Canada is mourning a terrible tragedy at CFB Wainwright,” said Calgary Mayor Jeromy Farkas Sunday morning. assertive
2026-10-18 · Global News
CFB Wainwright fire: What we know and don’t know so far
🔮 Minister of National Defence David McGuinty said he is travelling to Edmonton and will be briefed on the latest developments regarding the incident. assertive
2026-10-18 · Global News
Alberta’s referendum sees 1.3M votes cast in advance polls: elections body
🔮 Get breaking National news The proportion of voters who said they would vote for Alberta to begin the legal process of holding a binding referendum on separation increased three percentage points from September to 23 per cent. assertive
2026-10-18 · Global News
4 killed in CFB Wainwright fire identified as dozens remain in hospital
🔮 Get breaking National news “(It was) to prepare for two roles, to become what’s called our global response task force, ready to move within hours to any hotspot around the world,” Rutland said, adding it was also to prepare to go to Latvia in April and May to bolster the brigade there. assertive
2026-10-19 · Global News
Carney expected to speak in House of Commons on CFB Wainwright tragedy
🔮 Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to give condolences for the victims of the deadly CFB Wainwright fire as MPs return to the House of Commons. assertive
2026-10-25 · Global News
Funeral service to be held for Sgt. Morgan Wong, CFB Wainwright fire victim
🔮 A funeral service for Sgt. Morgan Wong, one of the four Canadian Armed Forces members killed last week in the deadly CFB Wainwright fire will be held Sunday. assertive
2026-10-25 · Global News
New Canadian procedure could revolutionize AFib treatment
🔮 A new Canadian approach to treating a common heart rhythm condition could change the game for patients who deal with atrial fibrillation or AFib. assertive
2026-10-25 · Global News
BC premier-designate Doerkson says province ‘chose change’ in election
🔮 On Sunday, his party was projected to win 64 seats, a total no party has surpassed since the BC Liberals won 77 seats in 2001. assertive
2026-10-27 · Global News
Horwath among incumbents ousted across Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area
🔮 Election night in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA) delivered some upsets, with several incumbent mayors losing their bids for re-election. assertive
2026-10-28 · Global News
Canada not near trade deal with U.S. before midterms, Carney says
🔮 Asked by reporters Wednesday why he was willing to entertain a deal before the midterms — and whether Canada was being set up to be the “fall guys” by the U.S. administration if it loses — Carney said they’re after the right deal. mixed
2026-11-01 · Global News
Carney calls 6 byelections for December in Ontario, Quebec and Saskatchewan
🔮 The votes will take place Dec. 7 to fill six vacancies caused by the departures of MPs from multiple parties in recent months. assertive
2026-11-01 · Global News
OPP release details of victims, injured in fatal collision near Guelph
🔮 Anyone who may have been travelling in the area early Saturday, or who has surveillance or dashcam footage, is asked to contact OPP. assertive
2026-11-01 · Global News
Carney says Canada, U.S. working in coming weeks towards trade deal
🔮 Prime Minister Mark Carney says the U.S. and Canada will be working in the coming weeks to deliver a “mutually beneficial” trade deal after a conversation with President Donald Trump. assertive
2026-11-01 · Global News
Ahead of budget, Poilievre urges Carney to end diesel taxes and cut spending
🔮 He went on to cite data from the Parliamentary Budget Officer, who projected $733 billion in additional debt in the next five years. assertive
2026-11-01 · Global News
True or false? How fake online reviews are concerning businesses
🔮 “Maybe they want menu items that we don’t serve,” said Ashley. assertive
2026-11-02 · Global News
Minister backs 2027 fixed election date as Elections Alberta suggests change
🔮 McClure said in a letter, shared by the Opposition NDP, that either option would give the elections body sufficient time to hold the vote with integrity and safeguards in place. assertive
2026-11-02 · Global News
Feds defend extradition treaty talks with UAE amid concerns
🔮 Amani Khalfan, a spokesperson for the social justice organization Inter Pares, asked what kind of message Canada would send to the world by signing extradition and defence treaties with the UAE, a country with a troubling human-rights record. assertive
2026-11-02 · Global News
U.S. air travel compensation is changing. What Canadians should know
🔮 If you’re a Canadian, the question of whether the amended rules impact you will come down to where you’re travelling. assertive
2026-11-03 · Global News
Harper offered Mark Carney government role, new memoir reveals
🔮 In his new book “Here for Canada: Memoirs of the 22nd Prime Minister,” Harper says he told Carney the finance position was already taken but indicated that he would be next in line for the job when it became vacant. assertive
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