A family in Kitchener is shaken after a daytime break-in at their home. The damaged back door to the family's home was captured in a photo by Hannah Schmidt of CTV News. Meanwhile, the Attorney General has been asked to review a comment made by Premier Doug Ford. In other news, an illegal online cannabis shop has been shut down by authorities.
Local Crime and Safety
A man awaiting trial in a fatal Brampton crash has been charged again with stunt driving in Mississauga. In Fergus, a pedestrian was seriously injured in a hit-and-run. No injuries were reported after an overnight residential fire in Kitchener. A teenage driver died and one person was seriously injured in a Kawartha region crash. Two men were found guilty in a random roadside shooting near Calgary.
Community Events and Health
The HPHA is hosting a stroke awareness community fair on Monday in London, with the theme 'Empower yourself with knowledge.' London's Walk for Alzheimer's blew away its fundraising goal. An event in Regina educated youth on addiction, recovery, and mental health. A symposium shared knowledge of genetic heart conditions, with a participant saying, 'It helps you feel less alone.'
Unique Fundraisers and Programs
A unique Calgary fundraiser teaches the joy of reading by having children read to horses. In other news, a local high school student received a $70,000 TD Leadership Scholarship. Camp Shawnigan redevelopment stalled after a federal funding shortfall.
National and International News
Former MP Kerry-Lynne Findlay was elected leader of the B.C. Conservatives. Sweden's PM joked about Canada joining the EU, calling it a 'very welcoming club.' The WHO chief visited the epicenter of the Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo as cases outpace response. American allies warned that division weakens deterrence in calls for global unity to meet new threats.
Business and Technology
AI demand and tactics are driving a surge in cargo theft, costing consumers more. Blackstone-backed Liftoff targets a $3.7 billion valuation in a U.S. IPO. Zara warned customers of a possible data breach. A violent volcanic eruption may have revealed a new weapon to tackle a potent planet-heating gas. AI helped a musician with Parkinson's finish his new album when he could no longer play guitar.
Entertainment and Sports
'Heated Rivalry' leads with 13 trophies heading into the marquee Screen Awards night. Frankie Valli canceled the remainder of the Four Seasons' farewell tour, citing health concerns. Oscar-winning 'Star Wars' editor Marcia Lucas died at 80. In sports, Marta Kostyuk stunned Iga Swiatek on her birthday to reach a first French Open quarterfinal. PSG won back-to-back Champions League titles after a shootout victory against Arsenal.
Lifestyle and Environment
Don't throw your phone away for a fuller life; three changes can give you more meaning. Milan restored a bull mosaic's testicles to former glory. In the environment, humpback whales set a new distance record. Australia launched a record $1.4 billion lawsuit against 3M over 'forever chemicals' at defence bases.
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