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Top News Stories
A Canadian fugitive was arrested while working out at a gym in Colombia after three years on the run. Canada's boycott of U.S. wines is 'causing devastating harm,' a California senator says. Veteran mediator Vince Ready will step in to try to end the B.C. nurses dispute.
In Prince George, B.C., an excavator and rock truck were burned and destroyed, with police saying the damages are 'nearly a million dollars.' The Canada Strong Pass has some Banff residents feeling nervous. Forty new Canadian citizens were sworn in at Stampede grounds ceremony.
OPP is investigating a death at an eastern Ontario residence. Ottawa police are investigating after a taxi driver was assaulted and robbed in the west end. A Montreal-area entrepreneur received a jail sentence and was ordered to pay $1 million for tax fraud. Quebec ERs are experiencing high volumes as summer vacation starts.
'Multiple fatalities' are reported after a fatal crash on a highway north of Edmonton. Stony Plain Road combats construction with music on the streets. A man who was the subject of an emergency alert was shot and killed by N.S. RCMP, according to SiRT. The 14-year-old Halifax girl's murder remains unsolved 50 years later. Three men were arrested after a delivery driver was kidnapped and held at gunpoint for hours.
Weather and Incidents
More tornadoes have been confirmed in Manitoba in June by the Northern Tornadoes Project. A crop duster pilot is in hospital after a crash near Weyburn, Sask. A motorcyclist was caught travelling 200 km/h in Regina by a police plane. A driver hit a home in Waterloo. Two golfers aced the same hole at Galt Country Club. A drug bust in Tisdale saw one charged, with fentanyl and guns seized.
'Ashley's family is still waiting': RCMP again call for tips about a missing woman they think was murdered in 2018. A Timmins woman who lives next to an encampment says a fence won't solve problems. A shelter-in-place remains in effect in M'Chigeeng First Nation. London Latino and Muslim communities come together to aid Venezuelan earthquake victims. Middlesex County ratified a new collective agreement with workers. A gas leak shut down a Springwater road. Barrie is a finalist in Canada's ParticipACTION challenge. A 43-year-old man was arrested after a child sexual assault investigation. Windsor's jobless rate dropped two basis points.
B.C. and International News
B.C. police have ruled out foul play in a 2023 homicide investigation. The Canucks named Mougenel, Smith, Krog as assistants on Malhotra's staff. A B.C. man was arrested in France as part of an investigation into India-based crime groups. Like a heist movie in reverse, a priceless piece of medieval artwork was spirited into the British Museum. Crews are draining the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool again as part of Trump's troubled revamp.
Politics
Former Chretien chief of staff Eddie Goldenberg has died. Carney says 'lecturing countries from afar' is an 'ineffective strategy.' Seven seats will soon be up for grabs, but NDP Leader Avi Lewis won't try to win any of them.
Business
China blocks exports of helium, key for chipmaking, as Iran war squeezes supply. Ex-Epoch Times CFO pleads guilty in $67 million multinational money laundering scheme. A court rules confidentiality clause for air travel complaints violates Charter.
Health
Experts say avoid produce from select countries if travelling to the U.S., or risk explosive diarrhea. Gen Z sunseekers are intentionally chasing high UV rays in the name of tanning, which can be dangerous. A new study finds crying like your brain depends on it might be beneficial.
Entertainment
'Silence of the Lambs' star Anthony Hopkins signs a record deal. Albania says funding a Kanye West concert will help tourism. The Polaris Music Prize short list includes Charlotte Cornfield, Aquakultre and Angine de Poitrine.
Sports
Belgian rider Merlier wins stage 7 as Tour favorite Pogacar keeps the yellow jersey. Ottawa's Dabrowski and Brazil's Stefani advance to Wimbledon women's doubles final. Scottie Scheffler is headed for his first missed cut in four years.
Lifestyle
Campari fights Aperol copycats as rivals chase the growing spritz market. Hong Kong eateries welcome dogs as the city relaxes its ban.
Climate & Environment
Typhoon Bavi takes aim at China as Taiwan's capital shuts schools. A wildfire devastates an expat community in southern Spain, killing at least 12 with 23 missing. Wildfires across Europe have killed hundreds over the last decade.
Sci-Tech
Apple accuses OpenAI of using stolen trade secrets to create its upcoming AI gadgets in a new lawsuit. Mystery spheres on a beach are likely space debris that fell back to Earth. Here's another reason why you should wait to post your vacation photos.
