Russian strikes kill eight and hit Kyiv apartment block, officials say
A boy and his mother are among the dead and Kyiv says it has seen the biggest number of child casualties of the war. BBC News
Navy vet seeking Michigan seat outlines ambitious proposal to cut taxes for first responders
EXCLUSIVE: Amir Hassan, a Republican candidate for Michigan’s 8th Congressional District, is proposing a sweeping tax break that would eliminate income taxes for first responders, including nurses, teachers, firefighters and…
David Hogg lobs profanity-laced Epstein accusation at Trump
Progressive leaders at the “Fighting for Our Future” event at the Voters of Tomorrow Summit in Washington, D.C., urged President Donald Trump to release all files pertaining to convicted pedophile…
Skip the multivitamin: 5 nutrient-rich foods recommended by doctors instead
In today’s fast-paced world, many Americans turn to multivitamins as a quick fix for their nutritional needs. But health experts say relying solely on supplements may not be the most…
Ex-Biden advisor Mike Donilon to sit down with House investigators in autopen probe
A longtime ally of former President Joe Biden is appearing before House investigators on Thursday, the eighth ex-White House aide to be summoned for Oversight Committee Chair James Comer’s probe.…
Judge to rule on bail for 3 charged in Quebec militia plotGlobalnews Digital
The three men face charges of facilitating a terrorist activity and other charges related to the illegal storage of firearms and possession of explosives.
Man held after children fall ill at summer camp
Police said the man was detained after eight children reported feeling unwell. BBC News
Mercury star rips Fever fans for booing DeWanna Bonner, who bailed on team after 9 games
Phoenix Mercury forward DeWanna Bonner returned to Indianapolis on Wednesday night in her first game against the Indiana Fever since the two sides split earlier in the season. When Bonner…
Beijing says 31 seniors died in flooded nursing home amid deadly stormsGlobalnews Digital
Officials said Thursday 31 people died at the Taishitun Town Elderly Care Center when Beijing’s Miyun district became one of the hardest hit areas by storms.
Boost our pay or risk strike action, nurse leaders warn
Royal College of Nursing wants urgent talks on way NHS contract works, warning nurses feel undervalued. BBC News
Nancy Pelosi erupts when asked by CNN’s Jake Tapper about allegations of insider trading
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi appeared agitated Wednesday when CNN’s Jake Tapper confronted her about insider trading allegations. On “The Lead,” Tapper tried to show President Donald Trump’s comments earlier…
Liberty and unity: What America’s 250th anniversary asks of us today
Sixteen months before Thomas Jefferson crafted the powerful words that would become our Declaration of Independence, he sat quietly in Richmond’s St. John’s Church, absorbing the oratory of Patrick Henry.…
Trump, Epstein and immigration raids: Mehdi Hasan and Mick Mulvaney
Mehdi Hasan goes head-to-head with Mick Mulvaney on Trump’s crackdown on immigrants and his fitness for office. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
5 items our home editor is loving this monthRobyn Fiorda
Crockpot, Stanley, De’Longhi, and more – welcome to my monthly roundup of editor favourites I just can’t stop raving about.
Watch: Huge stick insect discovered in Australia
A new “supersized” species of stick insect that is roughly as heavy as a golf ball has been discovered in Australia. BBC News
Apparent AI mistakes force two judges to retract separate rulings
Two U.S. judges in separate federal courts scrapped their rulings last week after lawyers alerted them to filings that contained inaccurate case details or seemingly “hallucinated” quotes that misquoted cited…
Best lunch boxes and containers to keep your food extra freshRobyn Fiorda
These containers lock in freshness, prevent spills and maintain the perfect temperature, whether it’s a hot meal or a crisp salad.
NFL is back as Chargers-Lions Hall of Fame game kicks off preseason action
NFL football is back in action. Well, sort of. The Los Angeles Chargers will take on the Detroit Lions in the 2025 Pro Football Hall of Fame Game at 8…
Trump says U.S. will set 15% tariff on South Korean imports under new deal
President Donald Trump said on Wednesday the U.S. will charge a 15 per cent tariff on imports from South Korea, down from a threatened 25 per cent, as part of…