DC police chief retains command after deal with Trump administration
The city had asked a judge to block Attorney General Bondi’s order that put in place an “emergency police commissioner”. BBC News
Air Force tightens rules on transgender airmen; supporters say it prioritizes readiness: report
The U.S. Air Force has issued updated guidance that centralizes and standardizes separation boards for service members who no longer meet military requirements, including those affected by transgender policy changes.…
Marking the End of WWII from the Hallowed Ground of Iwo Jima, 80 Years Later
Eighty years ago, U.S. Marines launched one of the most courageous assaults of WWII on the remote island of Iwo Jima. To this day, veterans return to honor the fallen…
Kirk’s heroics lift Blue Jays past Rangers 6-5Globalnews Digital
Alejandro Kirk followed a two-run homer in the seventh inning with a game-winning two-run single in the eighth to push the Toronto Blue Jays to a 6-5 comeback win in…
California high school girls volleyball team forfeits against opponent with trans athlete
A California high school girls volleyball team forfeited a match against a team believed to include a biological male trans athlete Friday night. Riverside Poly High School in Riverside County,…
Trump rates Putin summit a ’10 out of 10′ and touts ‘very good progress’ toward peace
President Donald Trump rated his closely-watched summit Friday with Russian President Vladimir Putin a “10” out of 10 and touted “very good progress” in the road to peace in Ukraine,…
No ceasefire, no deal. What summit means for Trump, Putin and Ukraine
Three BBC correspondents at the meeting in Alaska assess what we learned about the two leaders and what’s next for the war. BBC News
How a bus stop in a small B.C. town became centre of dispute between China and TaiwanAmy Judd
Owing to its status as a regional crossroads, years ago Hope put some thought and effort into its main bus stop, putting up flags of dozens of countries to welcome…
‘Duck Dynasty’ stars’ teen daughter shows off growing baby bump in first full social media reveal
Priscilla Robertson is showing off her baby bump. The “Duck Dynasty” alum, whose parents are Jessica and Jep Robertson, shared her first full reveal on social media, giving her fans…
Blackpink: K-pop band make ‘epic Wembley dream’ come true
The quartet have become the first Korean girl group to headline a concert at London’s Wembley Stadium. BBC News
12 kayakers rescued by RCMP in U.S. waters off Washington stateAmy Judd
RCMP patrol guarding the shores of the Peace Arch border responded quickly, locating the group, which included six adults and six children.
“We didn’t get there” – Trump and Putin Ukraine meeting falls short
US President Donald Trump says he and Russian President Vladimir Putin made progress during talks in Alaska. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Little League World Series ace’s lightning-fast pitches overpower hitters
The 2025 Little League World Series is in full swing. Chinese Taipei and Mexico met Thursday. While Chinese Taipei earned a 3-0 win over Mexico to advance in the international…
Mark Cuban says Trump running for a third term would push him into 2028 race
Former “Shark Tank” investor Mark Cuban declared on Friday he will not run for the presidency unless President Donald Trump tries to run for an unprecedented third term. Since their…
Indonesians raise anime pirate flag in protest as nation marks independence
A Japanese cartoon pirate flag has been raised across Indonesia as a sign of growing frustration with the government. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from…
Controversial New Orleans mayor indicted for alleged illicit relationship with taxpayer-funded bodyguard
New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell was indicted Friday on federal charges alleging she carried on an “intimate relationship” with a taxpayer-funded security guard and conspired to defraud the city of…
Saskatchewan Roughriders tab Saskatoon for pre-season game in spring 2026Scott Roblin
CFL pre-season football is coming to Saskatoon for the first time since 1991, with the Saskatchewan Roughriders set to face a yet to be announced opponent in May 2026. …
Hiker’s friend watches in horror as brown bear drags man into bushes on mountain: report
A hiker in Japan was found dead on Friday after a brown bear reportedly attacked and dragged him into the bushes. The man — believed to be in his 20s…
Watch: How the Trump-Putin summit unfolded in 82 seconds
The meeting concluded with no deal being reached between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin but “great progress” was made in Ukraine talks. BBC News