Samaritans to close more than 100 branches
The charity’s chief executive says “at least half” of their branches will close in the UK and Ireland. BBC News
Raiders cut ties with defensive tackle Christian Wilkins in shocking move, igniting feud over bonus money
Christian Wilkins is considered one of the NFL’s top interior defensive linemen, at least when he is healthy enough to play. After signing a lucrative four-year contract with the Las…
Heckler hijacks Florida governor’s Hulk Hogan tribute with profane tirade against ‘Alligator Alcatraz’
A heckler launched into a profanity-laced tirade Thursday, slamming Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis‘ immigration policies during a news conference in Bradenton, interrupting the governor while he was paying tribute to…
Thousands leaving B.C. emergency rooms before recieving care, data showsKlaudia Van Emmerik
The BC Conservatives are raising alarm bells on emergency room wait times, citing data obtained through a freedom of information request.
‘Not a distraction’: North Carolina football players weigh in on Bill Belichick’s romance with Jordon Hudson
Bill Bellichick is one of the most accomplished football coaches in history. However, the six-time Super Bowl-winning head coach’s achievements have largely taken a backseat to his much-discussed romance with…
Kelowna beach attack victim left with brain injury, semi-paralyzedVictoria Femia
Ryan Yarush remains in care, barely able to speak, more than a month after a verbal altercation at Mushroom Beach turned physical.
Richmond residents demand answers amid city hall gift card controversyCatherine Urquhart
Some receipts have notations, such as “prizes,” “goals and accomplishments,” “team building,” “no sick time taken,” and “take our kids to work day volunteer appreciation.
Tim Walz leading Dem effort to turn bipartisan group against President Trump: report
Progressive governor and failed vice presidential candidate Tim Walz is leading a Democratic effort to turn one of the country’s most influential bipartisan groups against President Donald Trump, according to…
B.C. man left seeing pink in car crash denied compensation under no-fault insuranceKylie Stanton
Richard Broad suffered a posterior vitreous detachment in his left eye, something that has permanently changed the way he sees the world, but was denied compensation by ICBC.
Southern Alberta homeowner concerned over pooled water near his homeJustin Sibbet
A resident of Lake Newell Resort near Brooks claims an improper culvert is causing damage to his retirement home. However, the County of Newell says the water level is minimal.…
Alberta hospice grants patients one last wish: ‘Brings them joy and meaning’Quinn Ohler
A hospice in St. Albert is offering their residents one last wish before they say their final goodbye. The program has brought joy to patients, staff and the community. …
Bird enthusiasts say owl populations are exploding in AlbertaKen MacGillivray
They are normally elusive and rarely seen, but bird enthusiasts say the environmental conditions have been ideal for an explosion in the owl population in Alberta.
Calgary rezoning debate heats up as more neighbourhoods explore restrictive covenantsAdam MacVicar
Brentwood and Charleswood would be joining residents in 11 other Calgary communities looking to use restrictive covenants to pushback against citywide rezoning.
A behind-the-scenes look at Saskatoon Fire Service Station 1Nicole Healey
This week Saskatoon Fire Service gave Global News a behind-the-scenes look at the day in a life of a firefighter.
Deported Venezuelan man files abuse complaint against the US government
Neiyerver Adrian Leon Rengel says he was falsely accused of being a gang member and beaten in an El Salvador prison. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and…
Lauren Sánchez Bezos turns heads in sheer outfit during Saint-Tropez date night
Lauren Sánchez Bezos turned heads during a night out with husband Jeff Bezos. The newlyweds were photographed walking hand in hand while leaving a restaurant in Saint-Tropez. The former entertainment…
Kelly Osbourne breaks silence on father Ozzy Osbourne’s death at 76 with emotional tribute
Kelly Osbourne broke her silence Thursday on her dad Ozzy Osbourne’s death. “I feel unhappy I am so sad,” Kelly wrote in an Instagram story. “I lost the best friend…
Illegal alien from Senegal charged with assaulting federal officers in alleged scissor attack at NYC facility
An illegal alien from Senegal was charged with assaulting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers and other detainees with a deadly or dangerous weapon. The Department of Homeland Security…
The Papers: ‘Threat to NHS from strikes’ and ‘UK must do more on Gaza’
Doctors’ strikes and the UK response to the humanitarian situation in Gaza lead Friday’s papers. BBC News