Israel-Iran conflict: List of key events, June 17, 2025
Here are the key events on day five of the Israel-Iran conflict. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Jet Set owners charged with involuntary homicide after deadly roof collapseRachel Goodman
Antonio Espaillat was arrested after evidence showed he ignored suggestions he cancel the concert — where 236 people died — because the roof was in danger of collapsing.
Airbus strikes Vietjet deal at Paris Air Show, hopes for tariff rollback
US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said he wanted a return to a tariff-free agreement for civil aviation. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Bank of Canada says recent rate hold was due to ‘unpredictable’ economyAri Rabinovitch
The Bank of Canada released a summary from its most recent meeting, in which its members decided to leave interest rates unchanged given the ‘uncertain’ economic outlook.
Surprise witness in Idaho student murders says she ‘saw Bryan there’ on deadly night
A surprise second eyewitness has emerged in the Idaho student murders case and could testify against Bryan Kohberger at trial later this year. A woman claiming to be the Idaho…
Donald Trump calls Iran’s leader an ‘easy target’ amid conflict with Israel
The Trump administration has said the US would not rule out ‘further action’ against Iran to prevent nuclear enrichment. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from…
Calgary police investigate suspicious death in city’s northeastKen MacGillivray
The Calgary police homicide unit has been called in to investigate the death of a man in the community of Pineridge on Sunday.
Canada imposes new sanctions on Russia as Carney urges support for UkraineSean Boynton
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the sanctions package alongside Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy ahead of a meeting on the sidelines of the G7 summit in Alberta.
Red Sox raise doxxing concerns to police after Rafael Devers trade, officials say
Boston Red Sox fans are apparently taking their frustrations out on social media after the Rafael Devers trade. Shortly after the Sox completed a three-game sweep of their arch-rival New…
South Carolina’s LaNorris Sellers rejected tempting transfer offers, the college football star’s father says
The advent of name, image, and likeness (NIL) has significantly altered the college sports landscape. High-profile college athletes will often consider projected NIL figures before they commit to or transfer…
Trades organization says Chinese contract for new ships ‘a stain on BC Ferries’Amy Judd
The BC Building Trades, which represents 45,000 unionized construction workers in the province, said it is ‘deeply disappointed’ to learn about the Crown corporation’s decision.
Ilhan Omar claims US turning into one of ‘worst countries’ in the world
Far-left Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., said last week that the United States is becoming one of the “worst countries” in the world. “I mean, I grew up in a dictatorship…
Federal court to decide if Trump can override Newsom, deploy National Guard in California riots
An appellate court will hear arguments Tuesday in California over Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom’s lawsuit accusing President Donald Trump of illegally deploying the National Guard to quell anti-immigration enforcement protests…
Billionaire Sunjay Kapur dead at 53 after heart attack at polo matchKatie Scott
Reports claimed that Sunjay Kapur had died from anaphylactic shock after swallowing a bee during a polo match at the Guards Polo Club.
Why US must destroy Iran’s Fordow nuclear facility now
Beneath the rugged face of Mount Alvand near the religious city of Qom lies the Fordow Fuel Enrichment Plant—an underground stronghold and centerpiece of Iran’s nuclear ambitions. Though presented as…
Wildfire evacuees continue returning home in Manitoba, SaskatchewanGlobalnews Digital
Residents in Flin Flon, one of the largest communities evacuated, were still waiting for the fire threat to diminish before they could be allowed to return.
Jays starter Francis goes on IL, Swanson DFA’edGlobalnews Digital
Toronto Blue Jays starter Bowden Francis has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to a right shoulder impingement.
Montreal invests $100K to lure research talent seeking to escape United StatesGlobalnews Digital
Montreal is investing $100K to attract U.S.-based scientists amid political unrest, offering grants and support through local universities and Montréal International.
Elon Musk’s X sues New York to block social media hate speech law
In its complaint X said the law forces firms to disclose ‘highly sensitive and controversial speech’ that is protected. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from…