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10 ways ex-Olympian Ryan Wedding has evaded arrest for 10 years

CBC News · Jul 13, 2025

3 hours ago

Former Canadian Olympian Ryan James Wedding has evaded arrest for over 10 years, allegedly leading a murderous, transnational drug-smuggling empire. He is on the FBI's most-wanted list with a $10 million reward. His evasion tactics include cartel protection (Sinaloa, Jalisco New Generation Cartel), bribing officials, global allies (Kinahan gang in Dubai), instilling fear through violence and murder, insulating himself with accomplices, using cryptocurrency for money laundering, employing numerous aliases, relying on encrypted messaging (Threema), exhibiting 'greed-driven' confidence, and altering his physical appearance.

Half of requests for complex dental work are being rejected under national insurance plan

CBC News · Jul 13, 2025

3 hours ago

The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP), which expanded to cover most uninsured Canadians, is facing 'growing pains' with 52% of pre-authorization requests for complex procedures being rejected between November 2024 and June 2025. Dentists report confusion, delays, and a higher rejection rate compared to private plans, often due to missing documentation. While issues are improving and basic claims are processed quickly, the plan's limited coverage for preventive care and patient misconceptions about 'free' treatment remain challenges, leading to backlogs in some regions like Atlantic Canada.

1 reported dead in California as U.S. judge orders halt to immigration crackdown tactics

CBC News · Jul 12, 2025

14 hours ago

A farm worker died in California after falling from a building during a U.S. immigration raid on a cannabis nursery that resulted in hundreds of arrests. Simultaneously, a federal judge ordered the Trump administration to temporarily halt aggressive immigration tactics, including racial profiling and denying access to lawyers, citing violations of the Fourth and Fifth Amendments.

Questions about Quadeville attack remain after police town hall, residents say

CBC News · Jul 12, 2025

10 hours ago

Residents of Quadeville, Ontario, attended an Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) town hall seeking answers about a vicious attack on an eight-year-old girl. While police addressed some concerns, many residents felt questions remained unanswered due to publication bans and an ongoing investigation. The attack, initially suspected as an animal attack, led to a 17-year-old male being charged with attempted murder and sexual assault with a weapon, shaking the tight-knit community.

Democrat and Republican lawmakers at odds after state-arranged tour of ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ detention centre

The Globe and Mail · Jul 12, 2025

8 hours ago

Democratic and Republican lawmakers are at odds over the conditions at Florida's new Everglades immigration detention center, dubbed 'Alligator Alcatraz,' after a state-arranged tour. Democrats described it as crowded, unsanitary, and bug-infested, calling for its closure, while Republicans claimed it was clean and well-run. The facility, built rapidly on an isolated airstrip, is meant to boost migrant detention capacity. Detainees and advocates report awful conditions, contradicting official statements.

Farmer worker dead, hundreds arrested in U.S. farm raid

The Globe and Mail · Jul 12, 2025

17 hours ago

A California farm worker died and hundreds were arrested during a U.S. immigration raid on a cannabis nursery, Glass House Farms, in rural Southern California. The operation, part of President Donald Trump’s campaign for mass deportations, involved federal agents using tear gas and smoke canisters on angry protesters. A federal judge subsequently ordered a temporary halt to some aggressive tactics, including racial profiling and denying access to lawyers, amidst multiple lawsuits against the administration's controversial immigration policies.

Trump says 30% tariffs against EU, Mexico to proceed starting Aug. 1

CBC News · Jul 12, 2025

20 hours ago

U.S. President Donald Trump announced new 30% tariffs on imports from the European Union and Mexico, effective August 1, after trade negotiations failed. Trump cited Mexico's insufficient efforts against narco-trafficking and the EU's trade deficit as reasons. This follows earlier tariff announcements for Canada, Japan, South Korea, and Brazil, and a 50% tariff on copper. The move is part of Trump's 2024 campaign promise to revive the U.S. economy and challenges existing world trade rules.

Wildfire smoke forces cancellation of sports events, Rainbow Stage matinee in Winnipeg

CBC News · Jul 12, 2025

15 hours ago

Dangerously poor air quality caused by wildfire smoke led to the cancellation of several outdoor sports events and a matinee performance by Rainbow Stage in Winnipeg on Saturday. Much of Manitoba, including Winnipeg, Brandon, and Thompson, remained under air quality warnings. The province is currently under its second state of emergency this season due to 107 active wildfires.

'Quite an honour': Canadians take a turn as the King's Life Guard in London

CBC News · Jul 13, 2025

3 hours ago

Members of Lord Strathcona's Horse (Royal Canadians), a Canadian tank regiment, have taken over duties as the King's Life Guard in London, a ceremonial role performed by soldiers from outside the UK only three times in nearly 400 years. This marks their second time, coinciding with their 125th anniversary, reinforcing the strong bond between Canada and the UK. The article also touches on the monarchy's shifting priorities and finances, as revealed in the Sovereign Grant report, and Prince Edward's efforts to expand the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award in Canada.

26-year-old 'innocent bystander' killed in daylight Hamilton shooting: police

CBC News · Jul 12, 2025

14 hours ago

Belinda Sarkodie, a 26-year-old woman who immigrated to Canada from Ghana in 2024, was killed in a daylight shooting in downtown Hamilton on Friday. Police believe she was an innocent bystander caught in the crossfire, with another male victim sustaining non-life-threatening injuries. Hamilton police are actively searching for a male suspect.

Trump threatens to revoke Rosie O’Donnell’s U.S. citizenship, calls her a ‘Threat to Humanity’

The Globe and Mail · Jul 12, 2025

19 hours ago

U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to revoke Rosie O’Donnell’s U.S. citizenship on Saturday, calling her a "Threat to Humanity" and suggesting she remain in Ireland. This latest escalation in their long-standing feud follows O’Donnell's criticism of Trump's administration regarding its handling of weather forecasting agencies after deadly Texas floods. O'Donnell, born in New York, moved to Ireland earlier this year and responded by stating she opposes all Trump represents. U.S. law prevents a president from revoking the citizenship of a U.S.-born citizen.

Measles spread 'like wildfire' among unvaccinated children in northeast B.C., health officer says

CBC News · Jul 12, 2025

22 hours ago

A measles outbreak in northeast British Columbia, primarily affecting unvaccinated children, has led to 10 hospitalizations and 102 confirmed cases provincewide this year, the highest in over a decade. The spread, described as "like wildfire," originated from a travel-related case and spread through communities, including an elementary school and health facilities in Fort St. John and Wonowon. Health officials are concerned about the high per-capita rates in neighboring Alberta and Ontario's congenital measles cases, emphasizing the importance of vaccination, especially for pregnant individuals and infants.

Trump to slap 30% tariffs on EU and Mexico in August

The Globe and Mail · Jul 12, 2025

22 hours ago

President Donald Trump announced on Saturday that he will impose 30% tariffs on imports from the European Union and Mexico, effective in August. He cited Mexico's insufficient efforts to stop fentanyl and undocumented migrants, and the EU's "long-term, large, and persistent, Trade Deficits" and "non-reciprocal" policies as reasons. This move is part of his 2024 campaign promise to revive the U.S. economy by overhauling global trade rules.

Coldplay's Chris Martin says he didn't mean to insult Rogers Stadium after calling it 'weird'

CBC News · Jul 12, 2025

21 hours ago

Coldplay frontman Chris Martin clarified his earlier comments about Toronto's new Rogers Stadium, stating he didn't intend to insult the venue by calling it a 'weird stadium in the middle of nowhere.' During the third of four concerts at the stadium, located on former Downsview Airport lands, Martin explained he was only thanking fans for enduring traffic and travel to attend the show. Concertgoers had previously complained about poor crowd control and difficulty exiting the 50,000-capacity venue, which opened last month.

Alberta's transgender ban in women's sports won't apply to out-of-province athletes

CBC News · Jul 12, 2025

17 hours ago

Alberta's new regulations, effective Sept. 1, will ban transgender athletes aged 12 and older from competing in female amateur sports within the province. However, out-of-province transgender competitors will still be allowed, as the government lacks authority to regulate athletes from other jurisdictions. This policy, part of broader transgender health, education, and sport changes, has sparked debate, with proponents citing fairness and detractors arguing it stigmatizes the transgender community.

Iga Świątek steamrolls over Amanda Anisimova in 6-0., 6-0 Wimbledon victory

The Globe and Mail · Jul 12, 2025

18 hours ago

Iga Świątek, 24, defeated Amanda Anisimova, 23, with a dominant 6-0, 6-0 score in less than an hour to claim her first Wimbledon title and sixth Grand Slam. This historic 'double bagel' victory marks a significant comeback for Świątek, who had a poor season and faced a doping scandal in 2024. She is the first player from Poland to win a singles Grand Slam title.

LaSalle College fined $30M for over-enrolling students in English-language programs

CBC News · Jul 12, 2025

20 hours ago

Montreal's LaSalle College faces nearly $30 million in back-to-back fines from the Quebec government for exceeding quotas on English-language program enrollment for the 2023-24 and 2024-25 academic years. The college argues the quotas were unreasonable and impossible to meet given their international student enrollment process, and is contesting the fines in civil court, calling them a "clawback" as international students are not subsidized. The government maintains LaSalle is the only subsidized private college defying the French Language Charter.

Musicians fight uphill battle as AI infiltrates streaming platforms, cutting into royalties

CBC News · Jul 13, 2025

3 hours ago

Musicians are facing an uphill battle as AI-generated music infiltrates streaming platforms, significantly cutting into their already low royalty payments. The American Federation of Musicians is advocating for legislation requiring consent and compensation for artists whose work is used to train AI models. Copyright experts note that current laws struggle to keep pace with AI, while artists like Kristian Heironimus are creatively fighting back against AI 'bands' like The Velvet Sundown, which has amassed a large following. Major labels are also suing AI music tools for copyright infringement.

Female Kenyan hockey players learn the game up-close in Toronto

The Globe and Mail · Jul 12, 2025

14 hours ago

Three female hockey players from Kenya, Carol Joseph, Chumbana Likiza, and Hanan Ali, members of the Kenya Ice Lionesses, are in Toronto to attend a development camp hosted by the Black Girl Hockey Club. This marks their first time playing with women from outside Kenya and under professional coaches. The trip, fully funded by the Black Girl Hockey Club, aims to provide them with unique opportunities for skill development, networking, and exposure to a broader hockey community.

American Amanda Anisimova faces Poland’s Iga Swiatek in the Wimbledon women’s final

The Globe and Mail · Jul 12, 2025

20 hours ago

American Amanda Anisimova and Poland's Iga Swiatek are set to compete in the Wimbledon women's final on Saturday at Centre Court, both aiming for their first Wimbledon title. Anisimova, 23, is in her first Grand Slam final, while Swiatek, 24, a five-time major champion, is making her first Wimbledon final appearance. The match is scheduled for 4 p.m. local time (11 a.m. EDT), with Kate, the Princess of Wales, expected to attend.

Can my neighbour park school buses in her driveway?

The Globe and Mail · Jul 13, 2025

2 hours ago

A Toronto resident's complaint about school buses parked 24/7 in a neighbour's driveway has highlighted city bylaws prohibiting commercial vehicles, including school buses, from parking in residential zones unless garaged. This 2013 law is currently under review. While Toronto and Vancouver ban such parking, Edmonton has no limits, Montreal's rules vary by borough, and Halifax permits it, revealing diverse municipal approaches to commercial vehicle parking in residential areas.

Gaza truce talks come to a head over proposed withdrawal maps

The Globe and Mail · Jul 12, 2025

23 hours ago

在多哈举行的旨在实现加沙停火的谈判，因以色列军队撤出巴勒斯坦飞地的范围问题而陷入僵局。哈马斯拒绝了以色列提出的撤军地图，该地图将使加沙约40%的领土，包括拉法南部和加沙北部及东部更多地区，仍处于以色列控制之下。援助和结束战争的保证也是争议焦点。美国特使Steve Witkoff的介入预计将继续。冲突始于2023年10月7日，已造成大量伤亡和人口流离失所。

U.S. Attorney General fires more employees involved in investigation against Trump, sources say

The Globe and Mail · Jul 12, 2025

17 hours ago

U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi fired approximately 20 more Justice Department employees on Friday who had worked for Special Counsel Jack Smith on investigations against former President Donald Trump, citing Trump's executive powers. This brings the total number of terminated employees from Smith's team to at least 37 since Trump took office in January.

Toronto risks losing $30M in federal funding after vote against sixplexes citywide

CBC News · Jul 13, 2025

3 hours ago

The City of Toronto is at risk of losing $30 million in federal housing funding from Ottawa's Housing Accelerator Fund after its city council voted against allowing sixplexes citywide. This decision deviates from a key condition of its housing deal with the federal government, which had pledged $118 million annually. While the previous federal housing minister warned of a 25% funding cut, the new minister, Gregor Robertson, has not confirmed this, stating the government is working with Toronto to meet its goals. The council instead limited sixplex construction to specific wards, maintaining citywide fourplex permissions.

Texas camp expanded in hazard zone after U.S. regulators eased oversight, years before deadly flood

The Globe and Mail · Jul 12, 2025

23 hours ago

德克萨斯州一个女子夏令营Camp Mystic于7月4日遭遇致命洪水，造成至少27人死亡。美联社的调查发现，联邦监管机构（FEMA）曾多次批准将该营地建筑从百年洪泛区地图中移除的申请，从而放松了监管，允许营地在危险的洪泛区内运营和扩建。专家批评FEMA的决定和营地的行为，地方官员也因允许其持续运营和扩建而受到质疑。

IN PHOTOS | This week's most compelling images

CBC News · Jul 12, 2025

19 hours ago

A selection of top photos from the past week, documented by various news agencies, featuring diverse subjects such as the auction of the first Birkin handbag and bullfighting in Spain. The collection aims to document the changing world.

Vaccination, immunity and records: Your questions on measles, answered

CBC News · Jul 13, 2025

3 hours ago

Canada is experiencing an alarming rise in measles cases in 2025, with over 3,700 infections nationwide. While Ontario's outbreak is dwindling, Alberta is seeing a spike. The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) advises that past infection generally grants immunity and recommends re-vaccination for those without records, as it's safe and effective. The article highlights the need for a national vaccine registry and discusses current policies on screening for vaccination status at borders, noting that proof of vaccination is not mandatory for entry.

Kyiv residents 'brace for death' as Russian drones, missiles increasingly fly at night

CBC News · Jul 12, 2025

23 hours ago

Russia has intensified its nighttime drone and missile assaults on Kyiv, with residents describing the attacks as the most terrifying of the war. The number of drones sometimes exceeds 700, and officials warn of 1,000-drone swarms becoming the norm. Over 800 sites, including 600+ residential buildings, have been hit this year. Despite the fear and exhaustion, Kyiv residents show resilience and solidarity.

Reform wants to cut council diversity roles. The problem is there are already barely any

The Guardian · Jul 13, 2025

5 hours ago

Reform UK's stated aim to save significant sums by cutting diversity and equality (DEI) roles in councils is being challenged, as freedom of information requests reveal there are very few such positions in the 10 English councils now controlled by the party. Across these councils, there are only 4.56 full-time equivalent DEI jobs, excluding legally mandated roles, meaning cutting them would result in negligible savings (less than 0.003% of combined budgets). Despite this, Nigel Farage and other senior Reform figures have repeatedly emphasized these cuts, modeling their ambitions on Elon Musk's 'Doge' initiative in the US. The party's former chair, Zia Yusuf, now heading their 'Doge' team, has also made claims about council spending that critics argue show a misunderstanding of procurement systems.

Toronto BIA warns business owners of 'point of sale' scam after thousands of dollars in thefts

CBC News · Jul 12, 2025

13 hours ago

Multiple businesses in Toronto's east end and across Ontario have lost thousands of dollars due to 'point of sale' (POS) scams, prompting a BIA warning. Thieves are either guessing default passwords to issue refunds or swapping POS terminals.