Category: World News

Scientists are decoding the DNA of Britain’s ancient oaks to crack the secrets of their superpowers. BBC News

Lack of affordable housing, addictions driving homelessness in Winnipeg: reportIris Dyck

The point-in-time count, first conducted in 2015, attempts to measure and understand the circumstances of the city’s homeless population.

How triggering snapback sanctions may deepen Iran nuclear crisis

Europe’s move to re-impose UN sanctions against Iran will make nuclear diplomacy more difficult, experts say. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera

BBC reveals web of spammers profiting from AI Holocaust images

The BBC has found an international network of content creators profiting from AI generated posts on Facebook. BBC News

Children offered chickenpox vaccine on NHS

All young children in England and Wales will be offered a free chickenpox vaccine by the NHS from January 2026. BBC News

‘SNL’ cast member Devon Walker describes show as ‘toxic as hell’ in farewell message

Former “Saturday Night Live” cast member Devon Walker claimed on Monday the show was sometimes “toxic as hell” in his farewell letter on Instagram. Walker announced that he was leaving…

Kris Jenner defends second facelift at 69, says it’s her version of ‘aging gracefully’

Kris Jenner revealed that she underwent a second facelift after stunning fans with her revitalized appearance in recent months. In May, the 69-year-old reality star went viral after she stepped…

Ministers didn’t do cost review of council mergers

The government relied on a report by a lobbyist group that now says reorganisation could make no savings. BBC News

Calgary police warn of ‘active shooter’ in Crescent Heights neighbourhoodKen MacGillivray

Residents of the northwest Calgary neighbourhood of Crescent Heights were ordered to ‘shelter in place’ Thursday afternoon after police said someone fired shots at officers.

Buddhist rites and packed museums: South Korea is celebrating K-pop Demon Hunters

There is frenzy, fascination and even a little bit of FOMO as Koreans revel in the K-pop hit. BBC News

Regina hosts Men’s National Championships of baseball for 2025Sania Ali

The games started with 10 teams and ended with a final four, and the weather was near perfect amidst another day of baseball.

University of Regina welcomes new students to campusSania Ali

Embarking on a new chapter of life, students and parents alike are overcome with anxiety and excitement for the future.

National security or xenophobia? Texas restricts Chinese owning and renting property

Critics fear a new law in Texas will prove discriminatory – but officials say it it vital to combat “adversaries”. BBC News

Winnipeg Sea Bears make coaching change, name Mike Raimbault new G.M. & head coachRuss Hobson

The Sea Bears parted ways with G.M. and head coach Mike Taylor while naming Brandon’s Mike Raimbault as his replacement.

Saskatchewan Union of Nurses sounds alarm over staff shortages in maternity wardsKat Ludwig

SUN is sounding alarms over staff shortages and out-of-date equipment in maternity wards in both Regina and Saskatoon hospitals.

Manitoba schools prepare to welcome wildfire evacuee studentsVasilios Bellos

Hundreds of students are expected to begin their years in the Winnipeg School Division, while the Brandon School Division will also be opening its doors to evacuated students.

Wild video shows brutal altercation on American Airlines flight in Miami: ‘Call the police!’

Video of a wild bust-up on an American Airlines flight shows two men battling it out in the aisle after one allegedly grabbed a woman’s neck while passengers disembarked. The…

13-year-old boy dies after contacting power line southwest of EdmontonKen MacGillivray

A 13-year-old from a Hutterite colony southwest of Edmonton has died after being rushed to hospital on Wednesday after coming into contact with a power line.

Thirsty data centres boom in drought-hit Mexico