News
Ontario schools will add mandatory exams, attendance-linked marks, approved resources and a Grade 10 financial literacy rule this fall.
Montreal flooding followed 100 to 170 mm of rain, damaging homes, closing roads, cutting power and disrupting airport operations Sunday.
Canada’s Bill C-30 changes pesticide law, giving Cabinet authority over select products after environmental risk findings block approval.
Canada’s Safe Social Media Act would set under-16 account limits, regulate AI chatbots and create a digital safety regulator in Canada.
Federal benefit payments in Canada cluster in June and July 2026 as a one-time top-up gives way to higher quarterly aid for eligible households.
Canada has recalled select Farmers, Québon and Natrel milk cartons after regulators warned they may contain pieces of glass and urged returns or disposal.
Border Road on the Montana side of the Alberta border will shut to Canadian drivers this summer, with a new Alberta route planned nearby.
Four people died in two separate avalanches in northern British Columbia on Sunday, including three heli skiers near Terrace and one skier near Alaska.
Health
Over 517,000 lives saved through 40 years of breast cancer awareness, early detection, and treatment advancements worldwide.
Cholera deaths increased by 50% in 2024 as 60 nations reported outbreaks, with Africa, Asia, and the Middle East facing the highest burden.
Viva Raw has recalled raw dog and cat food products in the US after tests revealed salmonella and listeria contamination, according to the FDA.
Uninsured Americans can now access Ozempic for $499 monthly as Novo Nordisk rolls out a direct-to-consumer model through telehealth providers.
New blood pressure guidelines from US experts recommend early treatment starting at 130/80 and now advise zero alcohol to reduce cardiovascular and brain risks.
AOA Dx and Johns Hopkins have created a high-accuracy AI test for early-stage ovarian cancer, aiming to improve survival through earlier detection.
Florida officials are investigating a raw milk outbreak that sickened 21 people, including children, with E. coli and Campylobacter infections across the state.
The FDA escalated Bunge North America’s butter recall to Class II after undeclared milk allergens were found in 64,800 pounds of mislabeled butter.
Technology
Official interview shows we’re subsidizing a technology that will replace millions through tax codes favoring corporate automation. The post Andrew Yang calls for AI tax as we’re subsidizing a technology appeared first on Vancouver Inquirer.
Canada said the NRC will invest over C$900 million in defence R&D, launching a drone innovation hub, backing quantum projects and expanding SME support.
Google is adding Gemini to Chrome with a built-in side panel, Nano Banana image tools and Auto Browse task automation, bringing AI help directly into tabs in 2026.
South Korean researchers at DGIST created a physical AI system that mimics human forgetting, cutting robot navigation time by 30% in logistics tests.
Apple debuts iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max with A19 Pro chip, triple 48MP cameras, 8x zoom, and advanced AI features powered by iOS 26.
Google launches a $1 billion AI education initiative, supporting over 100 US institutions with tools, grants, and access to its Gemini chatbot.
China summoned Nvidia over alleged H20 chip security flaws, demanding technical details amid renewed concerns of remote tracking capabilities.
Google’s DeepMind has created Aeneas, an AI tool trained to decode worn or broken Roman inscriptions and accurately date them within 13 years.
Microsoft’s SharePoint servers face global cyberattacks, exposing businesses and governments to data theft, key harvesting and network compromise.
Sports
Canada reached the World Cup last 16 for the first time after a 1-0 win over South Africa sealed by Stephen Eustáquio in Inglewood.
Cristiano Ronaldo started his sixth World Cup as Portugal drew 1-1 with DR Congo in their Group K opener in Houston at the 2026 tournament.
Argentina opened their FIFA World Cup 2026 title defence with a 3-0 win over Algeria as Lionel Messi scored all three goals.
Kylian Mbappe scored twice as France defeated Senegal 3-1 in Group I to open its FIFA World Cup campaign with three points.
Lifestyle
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The LEGO Group has taken the covers off a new LEGO version of one of the most coveted…
Halal cosmetics market is projected to grow through to 2028 according to the 2021 Global Industry Research Report…
Driven by the belief that the kitchen is the original lab, where culinary science and personal expression fuel…
Middle East and Africa’s numero uno megastar, Egyptian singer Amr Diab launched his first perfume titled Amr Diab…