Army members’ Facebook group under investigation for ‘abhorrent’ contentGlobalnews Digital
Lt.-Gen. Michael Wright said the ‘Blue Hackle Mafia’ Facebook group involving ‘members of the Canadian Army’ featured ‘racist, misogynistic, homophobic and antisemitic’ content.
U.K., N.Z. tourists killed by elephant in Zambia during walking safariKatie Scott
‘They were moving to other camps when the elephant charged from behind. We are really sorry that we have lost our visitors,’ police Commissioner Robertson Mweemba said.
Mother begs thieves to stop raiding her garden after neighbor’s free farm stand sparks confusion
A woman has gone viral on Reddit for her rant against others who are apparently “stealing” from her private garden when they visit a local farm stand set up near…
Trump to sign ‘big, beautiful bill’ into law. Here’s what it includesGlobalnews Digital
At nearly 900 pages, the legislation is a collection of tax breaks, spending cuts and other Republican priorities, including new money for national defence and deportations.
Payout offered to Afghans hit by UK data breaches
Afghans whose personal information was mistakenly exposed by the Ministry of Defence to get up to £4,000 each. BBC News
Zelenskyy says will work with Trump to ‘strengthen’ Ukraine air defences
US and Ukrainian leaders discuss defence capabilities on call after Trump ‘disappointed’ by conversation with Putin. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
‘Largest hockey player on the planet’ may be headed to Ontario Hockey LeagueKevin Nielsen
The CHL held its annual import draft on Wednesday and the Brantford Bulldogs selected a giant presence for their blue line in seven-foot defenceman Alexander Karmanov.
Norris sets Silverstone pace from Ferrari duo
McLaren’s Lando Norris is quickest in Friday practice at the British Grand Prix from Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton. BBC News
‘It’s Groundhog Day’: Ukraine’s sky defenders stuck in relentless battle
Under fire of 100 drones a night, there’s little talk of a ceasefire in the front-line city of Sumy. BBC News
What is liquefied natural gas? A closer look at Canada’s milestone shipmentAri Rabinovitch
Experts weigh in on Canada’s economic outlook with a new ability to export liquefied natural gas via cargo ship to markets like Asia, with the first arriving this week. …
Jets to reintroduce local hockey hero Toews to Winnipeggers FridaySam Thompson
Jonathan Toews, a three-time Stanley Cup champion named in 2017 as one of the 100 greatest players in NHL history, will be formally introduced as a Jet at a press…
Boy’s sentence for killing 80-year-old dog walker Bhim Kohli to be reviewed
The Solicitor General concludes the 15-year-old’s sentence could be referred to the Court of Appeal. BBC News
Sophia Hutchins, Caitlyn Jenner’s manager, dead at 29 after ATV accident
Caitlyn Jenner’s longtime friend and manager, Sophia Hutchins, has died at the age of 29 after she was involved in an ATV accident in Malibu, California, on Wednesday morning. TMZ…
Explosion injures 45 people at petrol station in Rome
The sound of the blast was reportedly heard across the city and shattered nearby windows. BBC News
Man who told woman to kill herself first to be sentenced under new online safety law
Police say Tyler Webb, 23, “repeatedly and persistently” instructed the woman to take her life. BBC News
Mali military chief granted renewable five-year presidential term
The move clears the way for Assimi Goita to lead Mali until at least 2030, despite pledge to return to civilian rule. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News…
Blue Jays broadcaster takes shot at Yankees announcer after taking over New York in AL East standings
The New York Yankees are in free-fall, and the Toronto Blue Jays broadcast team is loving it. Toronto jumped New York in the standings this week after sweeping the Yanks…
Lifeguards in this Democrat-controlled city are raking in 6-figure incomes on taxpayers’ dime
It’s not just the waves making a splash in Los Angeles this Fourth of July – lifeguards’ sky-high paychecks are turning heads, too. According to a new report by fiscal…
Record Russian attack on Ukraine hours after Putin–Trump call
Russia launched a record 539 drones against Ukraine just hours after a call between the US and Russian presidents. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from…