WNBA champ Natasha Cloud shares support for socialist New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani
New York Liberty player Natasha Cloud has made her support for radical socialist Zohran Mamdani in the city’s mayoral race very clear in recent days. Cloud, who has been one…
‘Commercialising concussion’: The Australians taking a backyard collision game global
As hype over the game grows, so do concerns about the potential for brain injuries. BBC News
Texas parents sue Houston school district for secretly transitioning their child against their instructions
Texas parents filed a lawsuit Monday against a Houston school district they say “repeatedly” violated their requests to address their daughter as a girl. The lawsuit, filed by Sarah and…
Calgary expecting a big jump in water rescues this summerKen MacGillivray
With the long-range forecast calling for hotter-than-normal temperatures in Calgary this summer, the fire department’s aquatic rescue team is preparing for a very busy season.
Raptors part ways with team president Masai Ujiri after agreement to work through NBA Draft, ownership says
The Toronto Raptors will soon be under new leadership. Masai Ujiri was fired as the franchise’s vice chairman and president, the team announced the day after the NBA Draft concluded.…
Former MLB manager Buck Showalter recalls security screening experience at US airport amid Iran tensions
President Donald Trump has said the Iran nuclear program sites targeted by American B-2 stealth bombers were “obliterated.” The tense situation in Iran unfolded the same day former MLB manager…
Mounties, experts urge Manitobans to be safe this Canada Day weekendKatherine Dornian
Long weekends come with an increase in impaired driving, according to MADD Canada. Vacationers are asked to be extra careful and make a plan to get home in advance. …
Qatar emphasises peaceful resolution of conflicts after DRC-Rwanda deal
After Doha helped mediate, Qatari diplomat says the country is committed to efforts to de-escalate conflicts. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Hiker’s wilderness adventure ends in tragedy at popular park destination
An Illinois man died after falling while hiking at a state park in New York. The 70-year-old tourist, Jack Wersching, was hiking in the Kaaterskill Wild Forest in the Catskills…
Alberta strikes deal to off-load remaining controversial children’s pain medicineGlobalnews Digital
The government of Alberta may be finally getting rid of more than 1.4 million bottles of children’s pain medicine it purchased in a controversial deal for more than $70 million.…
California Governor Newsom sues Fox News over alleged defamation
Fox said the $7878m suit over its story about phone call with Trump ‘frivolous’ and a ‘publicity stunt’. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al…
New WHO report fails to rule out COVID-19 lab leak origin as China continues to impede investigation
A World Health Organization (WHO) scientific advisory group on Friday released a report on the origins of COVID-19, concluding that available evidence suggests the deadly pandemic was caused by “zoonotic…
‘Explosive’: US Supreme Court deals blow to those challenging Trump’s power
Ruling makes it harder for judges to nationally block controversial executive orders as they are challenged in court. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al…
Alberta posted $8.3B surplus in 2024-25 fiscal year, Horner saysGlobalnews Digital
Finance Minister Nate Horner says just over $5 billion of the surplus is cash the province can spend.
How Club World Cup is paying for Man City & Chelsea’s summer signings
Manchester City and Chelsea are already quids in from playing in the Fifa Club World Cup – and could end up earning loads more. BBC News
Several killed as flash floods sweep away dozens of people in Pakistan
Nine people from one extended family were killed at Swat River, while others died in rain-related incidents elsewhere. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al…
Summer festivities kick off across SaskatchewanNicole Healey
It’s an action-packed weekend for Saskatchewan, with lots of family-friendly activities to enjoy.
Backbenchers left feeling bruised after benefit cuts row
After the PM’s efforts to mend relations with many on Labour’s left, plenty are still unhappy. BBC News
JD Vance poised to clinch victory for Trump’s landmark bill as GOP finalizes strategy
Vice President JD Vance could deliver the tiebreaking vote in the U.S. Senate for President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful, bill” should it fail to receive enough support from Republican lawmakers.…