B.C. man riding e-bike felt heat on his leg. Moments later its battery caught fireAmy Judd
Within seconds of realizing what was happening, he hopped off the bike and it immediately burst into flames, shooting sparks and flames in every direction.
Mass evacuations as wildfire rages in Greek island of Crete
People ordered to leave homes, hotels, and rental rooms in the nearby Ferma municipality as flames fanned by gale force-winds approach the area. BBC News
Trump calls for US central bank head to quit immediately
The president has repeatedly criticised Jerome Powell for not cutting rates but has sent mixed signals about removing him from the role. BBC News
Athletes descend on Taber for 2025 Southern Alberta Summer GamesJustin Sibbet
Thousands of athletes, coaches and attendees are gathering in Taber, Alta., for an annual event that brings communities together.
B.C. councillor calls for more transparency on municipal politician payCatherine Urquhart
A Deloitte report for Metro Vancouver recently recommended that the B.C. legislate a maximum remuneration threshold for total income from all local government-related appointments.
Court approves settlement after North Carolina student suspended for ‘illegal aliens’ comment
A high school student’s free speech battle against a North Carolina school board took an important step towards closure after a court hearing Tuesday. Christian McGhee, 17, was suspended last…
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez share unexpected wedding singer link with Prince William and Kate Middleton
Lauren Sánchez Bezos and Jeff Bezos’ lavish three-day wedding celebration shared a surprising connection to the royal nuptials of Prince William and Kate Middleton. On June 27, Ellie Goulding sang…
US says its strikes degraded Iran’s nuclear programme by one to two years
Pentagon says its intelligence assessments show that Iran’s nuclear sites were destroyed in ‘bold’ US attacks. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Ex-B.C. teacher deserves double-digit sentence for sexually abusing students: CrownSimon Little
Brian Moore was convicted on nine sex-related charges, including indecent assault, sexual touching and sexual assault, in April. He had originally been facing a dozen charges.
Trump’s remittance tax aims to slow illegal immigration by targeting the money flow
The Senate’s version of the “one big, beautiful bill” includes a tiny, 1% tax on international cash transfers — called a remittance tax — which, according to experts, will have…
Diddy verdict raises questions over domestic abuse, power and coercion
The jury’s decision highlights the complexities of intimate partner violence and the legacy of the #MeToo movement. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Report questions education priorities in SaskatchewanPayton Zillich
While school is out for the summer, a new policy paper from a U of S Public Policy associate professor is raising concerns about the future of education in Saskatchewan.…
Ozzy bows out: Rock’s wildest frontman prepares for one last show
Rock icon and heavy metal pioneer Ozzy Osbourne is set to perform for devoted fans one last time. BBC News
Four charged over break-in at RAF Brize Norton
Damage worth £7m was caused to two Voyager aircraft during the break-in on 20 June. BBC News
New Tennessee law will suspend driver’s license of teens found guilty of bullying
Teens in Tennessee can lose their sweet 16 driving privileges if found guilty of bullying other children, per a new law in the state. The law, which took effect on…
As Thailand does U-turn on legal cannabis, businesses scramble to survive
Government says decriminalisation fueled social ills, but producers argue new rules will only push industry underground. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. named all-star starterGlobalnews Digital
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is once again an all-star.
Riley Gaines calls on NCAA to amend Lia Thomas’ records after UPenn submits to Trump on issue
After the University of Pennsylvania agreed to erase all program records set by former transgender swimmer Lia Thomas, questions arose about how the NCAA will address Thomas’ NCAA title. Thomas…
Trump turns to Supreme Court in fight to oust Biden-era consumer safety officials
President Donald Trump’s Justice Department filed an emergency appeal with the Supreme Court on Wednesday, seeking to overturn lower court rulings that blocked the administration from firing three Biden-appointed regulators.…