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Consumer electronics
The action-camera maker is in lender talks and weighing strategic alternatives, including a possible sale or merger, after revenue declines and a first-quarter loss
UK defence
In a letter to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, Healey said the government’s defence investment plan does not meet the demands facing the UK
Strictly Come Dancing
The TV personality is the second celebrity named for the show’s 24th series, which is expected to begin in September
MLB milestone
The Toronto right-hander became the 11th pitcher to hit the mark, but his first start since April 24 ended in a 7-4 loss to Philadelphia
Consumer law
The CMA is examining whether charges for parents to sit with children, typically £8 each way, are unfair or not clearly shown during booking
SpaceX wealth watch
Real estate agents, watch sellers and private jet firms told CNBC they are already seeing interest tied to a potential SpaceX liquidity event
House Epstein investigation
The Microsoft co-founder told lawmakers he regretted meeting Jeffrey Epstein and denied witnessing criminal conduct or victimizing anyone, according to his opening statement
Consumer accountability
Kurt Wittin, whose past pool businesses are tied to 26 fraud charges, is marketing shipping-container pools through Capitol Manufacturing as “Kurt Martin,” CBC reports
Film of the Week
The spoiler-free review frames the film as a return to Spielberg’s long-running fascination with extraterrestrial encounters and official secrecy
Under current rules, shops breaking the law can only be closed for up to six months in England and Wales.
Data privacy
The privacy regulator’s record action follows exposure of user data tied to about 37.5 million accounts, a scale equal to more than half the country’s population
World Cup 2026
An expanded tournament means 72 group games from June 11 to June 27. Brazil-Morocco, France-Senegal and Colombia-Portugal are among the early fixtures with the clearest stakes
Library funding
Some regional systems are raising 10 per cent or more of their operating budgets as stagnant provincial funding and rising expenses strain services
Food safety
An Olds College entomologist confirmed the spider from photos and says finds in imported produce are becoming more common as growers reduce pesticide use
Ottawa drug services
The final two sites are expected to stop supervised consumption services this week as Ontario funding ends, raising warnings about overdoses and public drug use
Books
Unreliable Boyfriend, due Oct. 13 from Simon & Schuster Canada, draws on Freeland’s years in journalism and federal politics
Former soldier Brendan Hynes thinks he has CTE, but the devastating brain disease can’t be confirmed until after someone’s dead. Could cutting-edge Canadian research be the solution?
France
The Nanterre prosecutor made the request after the artist spent 48 hours in custody over multiple sexual assault accusations, which he denies
World Cup 2026
Omar Artan, selected for the 2026 tournament, was refused entry at Miami after U.S. officials cited vetting concerns and alleged links to suspected terror-group members
Inflation
The consumer price index matched forecasts as energy prices jumped, while core inflation came in softer on a monthly basis
South Africa shooting
Police said nine others were wounded and no arrests had been made after attackers opened fire at multiple locations near an area tied to illegal mining
Everest rescue
Dawa Sherpa, 57, was found crawling toward Base Camp after disappearing high on the mountain, where he said he survived on ice and pocket snacks
California governor’s race
The Associated Press determined Republican Steve Hilton had enough votes to advance, setting up a November race against Democrat Xavier Becerra to succeed Gavin Newsom
Air Canada investigation
Police say Geoffrey Wall worked as a captain for years without the licence required to fly large commercial passenger aircraft. Air Canada says safety was not compromised
Nevada governor’s race
CBS News projects Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo and Democratic Attorney General Aaron Ford won their primaries, putting a top Democratic target on the November ballot
The U.S.-Iran ceasefire appears to crumble as Trump says he's considering new strikes and Tehran will "pay the price" for not accepting a deal.
Monetary policy
The fifth straight pause leaves the central bank balancing inflation pressure from higher energy prices against signs of economic weakness
Manitoba energy
Documents obtained by CBC News show talks with Rothschild & Co. advisers as Premier Wab Kinew now backs away from hyperscale data centres but keeps the Nelson River dam option alive
Summer festivals
With Glastonbury out of reach for many fans, Euronews Culture says ticket options remain at festivals across the continent
Canada-U.S. border
The prime minister called the Windsor-Detroit crossing “positive news,” but did not give an exact time for when traffic will begin moving over it
US-Israel tensions
The US president rejected the idea that Israel ignored him, yet analysts say the latest confrontation shows Washington and Netanyahu are pursuing increasingly different goals
Court sentencing
Stefania Glowka admitted manslaughter by diminished responsibility and was cleared of murder after the death of her 86-year-old mother in Devizes
World Cup 2026
Iran’s football federation says its supporter ticket allocation has been withdrawn, while visas for some delegation members remain unresolved days before its opener in Los Angeles
Energy markets
The U.S. energy secretary said exports through the Strait of Hormuz are increasing, but he offered no specific figures and no deal with Tehran has been announced
India
An Al Jazeera opinion essay says the Cockroach Janta Party account, started after a chief justice’s remark about young people, was pushed offline in India after drawing millions online
Pakistan-administered Kashmir unrest
At least 11 people were killed in Rawalakot before a protest led by the banned JAAC, as anger over reserved legislative seats widened into a broader governance dispute
Protesters are concerned about cross-border infection risks and the lack of transparency from the government about the treatment centre.
