Imposter used AI to pose as Marco Rubio and contact foreign ministers
The State Department says it is investigating the incident, in which an “unknown individual” impersonated Rubio through the app Signal. BBC News
Exhausted, angry, heartbroken: Postmasters react as horror of scandal laid bare
As the initial findings of the Post Office inquiry are released, sub-postmasters tell the BBC how they feel. BBC News
Coast guard swimmer saves 169 lives in Texas floods on first-ever rescueRachel Goodman
Scott Ruskan finished his training with the coast guard just six months ago; the Texas floods were his first rescue mission.
Canada-U.S. trade talks seek ‘sustainable’ deal, ex-official suggestsUday Rana
Brian Janotivz, former White House Economic Counsel, said a long-term, sustainable solution may be on the agenda for both sides in the Canada-U.S. trade talks.
Stats boss quits as minister says new leadership needed
Sir Robert Chote quits as head of UK Statistics Authority, the body responsible for overseeing the Office for National Statistics. BBC News
2 charged in ‘significant’ drug seizure by Manitoba RCMPSam Thompson
Two suspects from Souris, Man., are facing drug charges after what RCMP are calling a ‘significant’ seizure near the town of Virden, at the southwestern edge of the province. …
Escaped Quebec murderer killed unconscious man with an axe, court docs showKevin Nielsen
The search continues for convicted killer Lory Bill Germa, who escaped from a Quebec prison and may be hiding in Ontario. Here is what we know about the 69-year-old. …
Child care costs more of a concern in the U.S. than birth rates, poll showsGlobalnews Digital
A new poll in the U.S. shows Americans are more concerned about the financial cost of raising a child rather than declining birth rates overall.
Valour FC looks for ‘miracle’ against Whitecaps in Canadian Championship quarterfinalGlobalnews Digital
Despite playing the Vancouver Whitecaps to a 2-2 draw in the opening leg of the quarterfinal, the odds are stacked against the Canadian Premier League’s Valour FC.
Raptors sign centre Poeltl to multiyear extensionGlobalnews Digital
The Toronto Raptors have signed centre Jakob Poeltl to a multiyear contract extension, the NBA club announced Tuesday.
How the Supreme Court’s injunction ruling advances Trump’s birthright citizenship fight
President Donald Trump is aiming to terminate birthright citizenship in the United States – and the Supreme Court’s recent decision to curb universal injunctions has brought him one step closer…
Planes crash near Steinbach: Manitoba RCMPSam Thompson
Manitoba RCMP say two planes have crashed in the Steinbach area.
Wales team bus in collision – players OK, says Wilkinson
Wales’ Euro 2025 team bus is involved in a crash on the way to St Gallen – manager Rhian Wilkinson says the players are OK. BBC News
Competition Bureau gets court order for Amazon pricing probeGlobalnews Digital
The regulator says the investigation focuses on a potential abuse of dominance and is distinct from its investigation into Amazon’s marketing practices.
4 Ontario men charged after 33 hydro poles cut down for their copperGabby Rodrigues
The Ontario Provincial Police say four men are facing charges after 33 hydro poles were cut down and the copper wires were stolen off the poles.
Resurfaced Mamdani photo sparks social media firestorm, outrage from key voting bloc: ‘Shameful’
A resurfaced photo of New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani flipping off a statue of Christopher Columbus is sparking backlash online and with some members of the Italian-American community.…
Post Office scandal had ‘disastrous’ impact on victims
The scandal may have led to 13 suicides, the report says, as it criticises the “formidable difficulties” for victims getting compensation. BBC News
Bayeux Tapestry to return to UK on loan after 900 years
Bayeux Tapestry will be shown at the British Museum, which will lend treasures to Normandy museums. BBC News
Marseille airport runway closed, flights suspended amid wildfires in FranceGlobalnews Digital
As wildfire rage through parts of Europe, including Southern France, flights are being suspended at Marseille Airport and the runway has been closed.