World shares were mixed on Thursday following the signing of a landmark U.S.-Iran agreement aimed at ending the prolonged conflict. Investors remained cautious as geopolitical tensions eased but uncertainties lingered.
Market Reactions and Expert Analysis
Matt Gertken, chief geopolitical and U.S. political strategist at BCA Research, provided insights on the G7 Summit during an interview with BNN Bloomberg. He noted that the deal could reshape global trade dynamics and energy markets.
Canadian News Highlights
- Toronto police arrested a man wanted for allegedly assaulting a woman wearing a hijab on a Durham Transit bus.
- A 3-year-old suffered serious injuries after a vehicle crashed into a group of pedestrians in Toronto.
- Vancouver's World Cup venue saw behind-the-scenes preparations, with staff highlighting the perfect pitch.
- A Vancouver soccer shop reported selling out of Canada jerseys due to high demand.
- Calgary police issued warnings about crime groups staging break-and-enters.
- Okotoks child sexual exploitation suspect Corey Airhart was taken back into custody.
- Little Italy residents expressed concerns over plans to demolish homes for a high-rise apartment building.
- An 81-year-old Ottawa man was charged with historical sexual assaults.
- Resilience Montreal opened a permanent wellness centre near Cabot Square.
- In the 2026 elections, former premier Jean Charest’s son will stand as a Liberal candidate in Verdun.
- A worker died after a crane crashed into an Alberta river.
- An Edmonton restaurant became the first Canadian winner of an international award, launching a protein pierogi.
- Lobster fishers in P.E.I. faced difficult fishing conditions, calling the season challenging.
- Adam Drake won an appeal and a new trial for a 2016 Halifax murder.
- A convicted sex offender pleaded guilty to assaulting a 9-year-old in a Winnipeg school washroom.
- A federal bail bill became law, but Manitoba lawyers warned that more resources are needed.
- Antoine Brooks Jr. is taking full advantage of an elevated role in the Riders’ defense.
- Renovations for some REAL District properties are expected to start in July.
- The community raised over $300,000 for families affected by a devastating crash in Mapleton Township.
- Police are looking for footage of a BMW involved in a deadly lawn mower crash.
- Downtown arena land could become an urban reserve to move a project forward.
- A 72-year-old motorcyclist died in a crash on Manitoulin Island.
- A man wanted in a Sudbury tent fire homicide was arrested.
- A report found governance failures and alleged fraud at a London hospital.
- Cloudy skies with possible showers were forecast for Thursday.
- Homelessness decreased by 5% according to the county, but remains rampant.
- Environment Canada issued a special weather statement for an incoming storm.
- Windsor approved a 70% development charge cut.
- Blustery conditions and a chance of showers were expected to end the week before a sunny Sunday.
- Victoria firefighters sought a parking solution as the city explored a community garden atop a parkade.
- A shotgun was stolen from a vehicle near Cameron Road in Nanaimo; police are asking for tips.
- Fractures, bruises, and concussions from e-scooter crashes involving children alarmed a B.C. hospital.
- Lower immigration led to lower Canadian population growth, according to StatCan.
International and US News
A Los Angeles warehouse fire prompted shelter-in-place orders due to hazardous air. UN food agencies warned that acute hunger will worsen in 13 hot spots as famine risks rise.
Politics
Gun control advocacy groups urged Prime Minister Carney to implement a long-awaited protection measure. Former President Trump said he would rather not have CUSMA, giving conflicting messages on its future. A Conservative MP's bill on intimate partner violence became law.
Business
The U.S. wants domestic potash, lithium, and bromine; a Canadian company is mining all three in Utah. CPP Investments committed $1 billion to a data centre partnership in India. A watchdog called the tax code 'completely nuts' and urged simplification and automation.
Health
The U.S. issued a Manitoba travel advisory as an ongoing hepatitis A outbreak grows. Health Canada warned that a medical device may cause serious health risks and even death. A 'historic' report called for a complete overhaul of services for Manitoba adults living with disabilities.
Entertainment
Comedy trailblazer Tom Dreesen, Sinatra’s longtime opening act, died at 86. Sabrina Carpenter obtained a 5-year restraining order against a man who kept trying to enter her home. A movie review of 'The Death of Robin Hood' noted it drains the blood and life out of an old English legend.
Sports
Australian soccer fans nearly drank a Vancouver pub dry. Canada’s soccer players called for action from companies and government over online abuse. Questions around Davies persisted as Canada continued preparations for Qatar.
Lifestyle
An ancient Sherwood Forest oak tree reputed to have sheltered Robin Hood has died. An archaeology team unearthed a 'prototype' of the world-famous Stonehenge monument just a few miles away. A British antiquities dealer made millions from an international looting network.
Climate & Environment
Environment groups are suing Ottawa over projected missed emission targets. Tropical Storm Arthur, the first of the Atlantic season, targeted the Gulf Coast with heavy rain. A 6.7 magnitude earthquake shook part of Indonesia, killing at least one and causing damage and injuries.
Sci-Tech
The oldest-known plague outbreak came 5,500 years ago in Siberia. The Milky Way’s black hole is eerily quiet; scientists found evidence of its missing wind. Yes, the universe’s expansion is still accelerating, researchers said.
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