Lightning strikes spark spike in B.C. wildfire numbersGlobalnews Digital
The number of wildfires in British Columbia continues to swell as thousands of lightning strikes hit the province due to persisting hot and dry weather.
Israel committing genocide in Gaza, world’s leading experts say
The world’s leading association of genocide scholars cited several actions by Israel, including attacks on the healthcare sector and the killing of children. BBC News
Iran’s currency hits new low as ‘snapback’ looms over nuclear programme
Iran is facing multiple crises at home as Israel’s Western allies pile on the pressure and threaten more sanctions. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from…
Watch: The three messages sent by Xi, Modi and Putin’s summit
The Chinese, Indian and Russian leaders were among those attending a regional security summit in China over the weekend. BBC News
Cost of living giveaway event for residents
The event will offer practical advice and provide affordable food and free sim cards. BBC News
Starmer backs Rayner over Hove flat row
The PM says he is “proud” of his deputy as criticism over how much tax she paid on a flat purchase continues. BBC News
Russia suspected of jamming navigation on EU leader’s plane above Bulgaria
Plane for Ursula von der Leyen’s four-day tour of ‘front line’ states on EU’s eastern flank landed with ‘paper maps’. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video…
Meeting with Pope Leo was ‘encouraging,’ says LGBTQ+ Catholic activistGlobalnews Digital
The Rev. James Martin, a New York-based Jesuit author and editor, said Leo told him he intended to continue Pope Francis’ policy of LGBTQ+ acceptance.
Previous CDC directors accuse RFK Jr. of endangering all Americans in NY Times essay
Several former directors and former acting directors at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) condemned Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. in a joint New…
Canadian farmers weigh future as Chinese tariffs hit canola pricesGlobalnews Digital
China hit Canadian canola seed with a 75.8 per cent tariff. The duty is seen as a response to Canada’s 100 per cent tariff on Chinese electric vehicles.
Scandal-hit ex-MP dies suddenly in London flat at 59
David Warburton was an MP from 2015 to 2023 – he resigned after admitting taking cocaine. BBC News
Khanna, Massie to hold news conference with Epstein victims: ‘People are going to be outraged’
MANCHESTER, N.H. – With Congress back in session this week, Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna of California and Republican Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky are reigniting their push for the Justice…
Kari Lake cuts 532 government positions at Voice of America, parent agency
Kari Lake, the acting CEO of the U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM), which oversees Voice of America (VOA), announced Friday that 532 government positions have been eliminated. Lake has…
Teen arrested after boy’s fatal roundabout fall
Cheshire Police is looking into reports the wheels of an e-bike were used to propel a roundabout. BBC News
Jays use extra roster spots on Kiner-Falefa, TateGlobalnews Digital
Infielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa and right-hander Dillon Tate will both be active for Monday’s opener against the Cincinnati Reds, the Toronto Blue Jays announced.
Two-time Ali challenger Bugner dies aged 75
Former British heavyweight boxer Joe Bugner – who faced Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier – has died at the age of 75. BBC News
2 dead after small plane crashes in Quebec’s Mauricie regionGlobalnews Digital
Provincial police in Quebec have confirmed two people are dead following a plane crash near La Tuque in the Mauricie region.
Chelsea agree Bayern deal for Jackson & loan Buonanotte
Chelsea have agreed an improved loan, with an obligation to buy, deal for striker Nicolas Jackson to join Bayern Munich, while bringing in Facundo Buonanotte on loan from Brighton, …
Missing hiker’s body found on Wyoming mountain range a month after eerie final text to wife
A Minnesota hiker was found deceased in Wyoming’s Bighorn Mountains nearly a month after he sent a final text message to his wife and was not heard from again, authorities…