The Papers: ‘Pound falls after Reeves’s tears’ and ‘Brave face’ Kate
Chancellor Rachel Reeves crying and the cancer recovery of the Princess of Wales top Thursday’s papers. BBC News
Aaron Judge, Shohei Ohtani to captain star-studded MLB All-Star lineups after starters are revealed
MLB All-Star Game voting is complete, and starters have been announced for this year’s game in Atlanta. The two reigning MVP Award winners, Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge, were named…
B.C. business out thousands to scam impersonating BC Lions repAnne Drewa
Back in June, Jenell Parsons says she received an email from the BC Lions inviting her to be a vendor at the team’s home opener at BC Place.
StopAntisemitism founder warns Mamdani as NYC mayor would be ‘catastrophic’ for residents
StopAntisemitism founder Liora Rez said electing Zohran Mamdani as New York City mayor would not only be “catastrophic” for Jewish residents, but all who reside in the city. “If Zohran…
‘They’ve made history’: Victoria Uber drivers unionizeSimon Little
The drivers have certified under UFCW 1518, which says it will now support them as they seek Canada’s first collective agreement for rideshare drivers.
Locals leap in to help after series of mishaps strands small plane in Courtenay estuarySimon Little
A small plane made an emergency landing in the Courtenay estuary, then crashed agian as it tried to take off. That’s when locals raced to help move it before the…
Seven missing after powerful explosion at California fireworks facility as evacuation orders remain in place
Hundreds of people are without power, and seven people remain missing after a violent explosion at a fireworks facility in Yolo County, California, early Tuesday evening. At least two people…
B.C. man riding e-bike felt heat on his leg. Moments later its battery caught fireAmy Judd
Within seconds of realizing what was happening, he hopped off the bike and it immediately burst into flames, shooting sparks and flames in every direction.
Mass evacuations as wildfire rages in Greek island of Crete
People ordered to leave homes, hotels, and rental rooms in the nearby Ferma municipality as flames fanned by gale force-winds approach the area. BBC News
Trump calls for US central bank head to quit immediately
The president has repeatedly criticised Jerome Powell for not cutting rates but has sent mixed signals about removing him from the role. BBC News
Athletes descend on Taber for 2025 Southern Alberta Summer GamesJustin Sibbet
Thousands of athletes, coaches and attendees are gathering in Taber, Alta., for an annual event that brings communities together.
B.C. councillor calls for more transparency on municipal politician payCatherine Urquhart
A Deloitte report for Metro Vancouver recently recommended that the B.C. legislate a maximum remuneration threshold for total income from all local government-related appointments.
Court approves settlement after North Carolina student suspended for ‘illegal aliens’ comment
A high school student’s free speech battle against a North Carolina school board took an important step towards closure after a court hearing Tuesday. Christian McGhee, 17, was suspended last…
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez share unexpected wedding singer link with Prince William and Kate Middleton
Lauren Sánchez Bezos and Jeff Bezos’ lavish three-day wedding celebration shared a surprising connection to the royal nuptials of Prince William and Kate Middleton. On June 27, Ellie Goulding sang…
US says its strikes degraded Iran’s nuclear programme by one to two years
Pentagon says its intelligence assessments show that Iran’s nuclear sites were destroyed in ‘bold’ US attacks. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Ex-B.C. teacher deserves double-digit sentence for sexually abusing students: CrownSimon Little
Brian Moore was convicted on nine sex-related charges, including indecent assault, sexual touching and sexual assault, in April. He had originally been facing a dozen charges.
Trump’s remittance tax aims to slow illegal immigration by targeting the money flow
The Senate’s version of the “one big, beautiful bill” includes a tiny, 1% tax on international cash transfers — called a remittance tax — which, according to experts, will have…
Diddy verdict raises questions over domestic abuse, power and coercion
The jury’s decision highlights the complexities of intimate partner violence and the legacy of the #MeToo movement. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Report questions education priorities in SaskatchewanPayton Zillich
While school is out for the summer, a new policy paper from a U of S Public Policy associate professor is raising concerns about the future of education in Saskatchewan.…