Trump extends Mexico trade talks another 90 days, keeps tariffs in placeGlobalnews Digital
Trump announced the extension after a phone conversation with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum he said was “very successful,’ one day before his Aug. 1 global tariff deadline.
Blue Jays acquire Cy Young winner Shane Bieber in trade with Guardians
The 2020 American League Cy Young winner is on the move. The Toronto Blue Jays acquired Shane Bieber from the Cleveland Guardians in exchange for pitching prospect Khal Stephen, the…
Palestinian man dies in Israeli settler arson attack in occupied West Bank
Khamis Ayyad, 40, died of smoke inhalation after settlers set fire to vehicles in town of Silwad, Health Ministry says. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video…
Glooscap First Nation in Nova Scotia to launch seafood market this yearGlobalnews Digital
The investment arm of Glooscap First Nation in Nova Scotia is launching a seafood market with local products caught and processed by its members.
Alberta transportation minister won’t rule out legislation on the future of bike lanesKen MacGillivray
Alberta’s transportation minister has left open the possibility of legislation on the future of bike lanes following a meeting on Wednesday with Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek.
Senate GOP eyes rules revolt as Dems stonewall Trump nominees
Changes to the confirmation process are on the table as frustrations among Senate Republicans continue to fester while Senate Democrats continue their blockade of President Donald Trump’s nominees. Republicans have…
Supreme Court won’t hear case of Ontario man who fatally shot Indigenous manGlobalnews Digital
The Supreme Court won’t hear Peter Khill’s case, finalizing his manslaughter conviction in the 2016 shooting of Indigenous man Jonathan Styres in Ontario.
Small boat migrants total passes 25,000 in July for first time
The earliest that figure has been reached before was in 2022 on 27 August, Home Office data shows. BBC News
‘Antisemites Were Terrorizing Jews’: UCLA Settles ‘Jew Exclusion Zone’ Case for $6 Million
The University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) has agreed to pay more than $6 million to settle a lawsuit over its role in assisting pro-Palestinian protestors who blocked Jewish students…
Katy Perry, Justin Trudeau fuel romance buzz with Montreal tour stop appearance
Katy Perry has a new fan in Justin Trudeau. Days after the pair were spotted dining together, the former Canadian prime minister attended the “Teenage Dream” crooner’s sold-out concert in…
Canada’s economy ‘treading water’ after GDP dropped for 2nd straight monthAri Rabinovitch
One of the factors that helped boost the arts, entertainment and recreation sector? The NHL playoffs, which had three Canadian teams, Statistics Canada said.
Suspect arrested for Arkansas double murder while getting haircutMichelle Butterfield
In the booking photo of a suspect arrested in connection with the double murders of a couple hiking with their two young daughters, he’s still wearing a barber’s cape. …
Severe turbulence injures 25 on Delta flight, forcing emergency landingRachel Goodman
Delta reported after the incident that 25 passengers were taken to various hospitals for evaluation and medical treatment.
U.S. sanctions Palestinian Authority, claims peace efforts underminedGlobalnews Digital
The move prevents those targeted from receiving visas to travel to the United States, the U.S. State Department said, although it did not list any specific individuals.
How Trump’s de minimis exemption rule change will hit Canadian businessesUday Rana
Packages valued at or under US$800 sent to the U.S. outside of the international postal network will now face ‘all applicable duties’ starting Aug. 29.
Teen accused in Quadeville attack on girl to make next court appearance in AugustGlobalnews Digital
A teenager accused in the attack on an eight-year-old girl in Quadeville, Ont., that investigators initially linked to an animal is set to return to court next month.
16-year-old motorcyclist killed in Dartmouth crashRebecca Lau
Halifax Regional Police are investigating a collision between a car and motorcycle that claimed the life of a 16-year-old boy in Dartmouth Wednesday night.
Toronto Blue Jays acquire pitcher BieberGlobalnews Digital
The Toronto Blue Jays have made a splash on MLB trade deadline day, acquiring right-hander Shane Bieber from the Cleveland Guardians.
Google engineer, 29, dies on Yosemite National Park trail after falling tree branch strikes her
A 29-year-old Google software engineer died at Yosemite National Park earlier this month after a tree branch fell and struck her on the head while she was walking a popular…