Thousands evacuated as ‘exceptionally high’ flooding devastates parts of Pakistan’s Punjab
Some 200,000 people have been evacuated after authorities warned of flooding from three rivers. BBC News
WW2 bombs hamper efforts to tackle moorland blaze
The area was used for tank training and sunken shells have exploded, a senior firefighter says. BBC News
Taylor Swift’s engagement ring, and the celebrity trend for big rocks
Georgina Rodríguez, Dua Lipa and Zendaya are just some of the recently-engaged stars with standout rings. BBC News
U.S. billionaire is helping fund fight against B.C. ostrich cullGlobalnews Digital
A U.S. billionaire and avid supporter of U.S. President Donald Trump says he is helping fund the legal battle against a cull of 400 B.C. ostriches after an avian flu…
Subsidizing Hwy. 407 truck tolls will create lineups ‘from here to Timbuktu’: FordAaron D’Andrea
Premier Doug Ford is pressing the brakes on the idea of subsidizing tolls for trucks on Highway 407 because doing so would create lineups ‘from here to Timbuktu.’
Patients struggle to get weight loss drug ahead of price rise
The drug’s US manufacturer has asked UK distributors to stop taking orders from pharmacies until next month’s price increase. BBC News
Mystery surrounds Bears rookie as team announces season-long absence due to ‘personal’ reason
The Chicago Bears announced on Tuesday that rookie cornerback Zah Frazier will miss the entire season due to a “personal” reason that has kept him from participating in the team’s…
White House demands all Gaza hostages return home ‘this week’ amid stalled talks
White House special envoy Steve Witkoff said he is pushing for all hostages still held in the Gaza Strip to be returned this week, though negotiations with Hamas still appear…
Lil Nas X speaks out on ‘terrifying’ felony arrest, jail timeKatie Scott
After spending three days in jail, Lil Nas X was released on US$75,000 bail, conditional on attending drug treatment sessions.
Canada wants to sell LNG to Germany. Critics say it’s a race against timeSean Boynton
Energy Minister Tim Hodgson said the goal being sold by Canadian proponents to German buyers ‘is being able to ship in as little as five years.’
Trump, House GOP allies eye pathways to extend White House crime crackdown in DC
President Donald Trump and his allies in Congress are working to solidify his grip on Washington, D.C. A leadership aide told Fox News Digital on Tuesday that House Republicans are…
Ford government hands out Hwy. 413 construction contracts, confirms efforts to realignColin D’Mello
Construction on Highway 413 will kick off in the coming months, the government said, even as the overall costs and completion date for the project remains a tightly guarded secret.…
Trump threatens charges for George Soros, frequent target of far-right ire
President pushes baseless claim that Soros helped support riots in the US and says he should face criminal charges. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from…
‘Horrific act of violence’: Shooting reported at Minnesota church, Catholic schoolRachel Goodman
Governor Tim Walz released a statement on Wednesday morning confirming an active shooter.
NHS to lose out on new drugs due to skyrocketing costs, pharma firm warns
The claims from pharmaceutical giant Novartis comes amid a row over drug pricing deals. BBC News
US scrambles fighter jets to track 4th Russian spy plane near Alaska in less than week
U.S. military fighter jets were scrambled on Tuesday to track a Russian spy plane detected flying near Alaska, the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD). It was the fourth time…
Country singer ends concert early after fans throw beer at stage during Oklahoma performance
Country singer Braxton Keith has drawn the line on beer-throwing at his concerts – this time for good. During an Aug. 22 performance, the rising star abruptly ended the show after…
Top California Republican drops ‘two-state solution’ to combat Newsom’s redistricting
The top Republican in the State Assembly will announce Wednesday a new bill to split California into two new states along a north–south line as a response to Gov. Gavin…
Wood targets Durham return in England Ashes boost
England fast bowler Mark Wood says he hopes to play for Durham next month as he returns from injury in time for this winter’s Ashes series in Australia. BBC…