FBI fires agents pictured kneeling at George Floyd protest, US media reports
The FBI Agents Association says the terminations – not yet confirmed by the bureau – violate the agents’ rights. BBC News
Dartmouth, N.S. to host two canoe sprint world championships in 2026Rebecca Lau
Lake Banook in Dartmouth, N.S., is set to host two world-class canoe events next year.
Griffin and Rose trade monster putts
Ben Griffin and Justin Rose get the crowd fired up as they both hole huge birdie putts on the seventh green at Bethpage in the Friday afternoon foursomes. BBC News
‘It’s just terrible over there,’ Premier Doug Ford says of MarinelandGlobalnews Digital
Ontario Premier Doug Ford says the situation at Marineland is “terrible” for the 30 belugas that remain there, the last captive whales in Canada.
Curling Canada training hub network expands to B.C., Sask., Ontario, another in AlbertaGlobalnews Digital
The Victoria Curling Club, Okotoks Curling Club, Moose Jaw Curling Centre at Temple Gardens Centre, and the KW Granite Club were the successful applicants.
AOC stars in Newsom redistricting ad, urging Californians to ‘fight’ Trump for democracy
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., is once again sparking campaign buzz for participating in an advertisement advocating for California redistricting. “Trump is redrawing maps to force a Congress that only answers…
Man charged with 2nd-degree murder in Fredericton woman’s deathRebecca Lau
In a release, Fredericton police said Aaron Jesse Rice, 45, has been charged with one count of second-degree murder and remains in custody.
Former N.S. swim instructor facing 66 sex-related charges makes 1st court appearanceRebecca Lau
Donald Douglas Williams of Dartmouth, N.S., is accused of alleged crimes against 30 youths at a Nova Scotia corrections facility between 1989 and 2015.
TV stations refuse to air ‘insensitive’ Jimmy Kimmel’s show after ABC lifts suspension
The comedian’s late-night show was suspended last week after his remarks about the killing of conservative influencer Charlie Kirk. BBC News
Winnipeg woman faces 19 charges after string of shoplifting incidents: policeSam Thompson
The woman, 31, was the subject of an investigation into a shoplifting spree that police say totalled almost $10,000 in stolen merchandise over a nine-month period.
Canada, major fossil-fuel producers widen gap between output and climate targets: reportGlobalnews Digital
A new report, produced by three climate change non-profit research groups, says Canada is among the countries derailing the world’s plans to combat climate change.
Gatwick second runway plan approved by transport secretary
There has been strong opposition against the airport wanting to use its northern runway. BBC News
Cyber-attack causes delays at Heathrow and other European airports
Travellers report multi-hour waits for some airlines as disruption also hits Brussels and Berlin. BBC News
Judge strikes down ‘superfluous’ Trump lawsuit against the New York Times
A US federal judge took issue with the contents of Trump’s lawsuit against the newspaper and gave him 28 days to amend it. BBC News
Nato intercepts Russian warplanes violating Estonian airspace
Estonia says three Russian MiG-31 fighter jets remained in Estonian airspace for 12 minutes. BBC News
Cruise passenger dead, another injured after falling from hiking trail in AlaskaKatie Scott
‘Alaska State Troopers were notified around 8:10 p.m. about a search and rescue involving two adult males who had fallen from the Mount Roberts trail,’ authorities said.
First migrant deported to France under ‘one in one out’ deal
The man was removed on Thursday under the “one in, one out” agreement and has arrived in Paris. BBC News
Would you buy the world’s first personal robocar?
Silicon Valley startup Tensor is taking a bold step into the future of driving. Unlike rivals chasing robotaxi fleets, Tensor wants consumers to own the first true self-driving car. The…
Easy bathroom upgrades under $150 that make a big impact
Looking to refresh your bathroom without a full remodel? Small upgrades like bold wallpaper, modern shelving or a chic shower curtain can instantly transform the space, while swapping out dated…