Moscow’s mayor calls deadly restaurant bomb attack a ‘brutal terrorist act’
At least 21 people were wounded when the explosive device detonated at the restaurant on Kudrinskaya Square, the National Anti-Terrorism Committee said late on Saturday
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Sunday, August 2, 2026
Politics & Government
30 new wildfires added to existing blazes as fires continue to flare up across B.C.
Thirty new wildfires have been added to existing blazes in British Columbia, intensifying the region's wildfire crisis. Thunderstorms and gusty winds are driving the flare-ups while simultaneously...
U.S., Israel strikes in Iran on hold after word of potential deal: Trump
Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman reportedly asked the U.S. president to restrain from further attacks on the promise of peace talks
Trump holds off strikes on Iran, says parametres reached on deal to end war
Trump has announced halts to strikes in Iran on several occasions since the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran on Feb. 28, only for things to unravel and fighting to resume again.
Poilievre calls for Iran-backed militant group connected to two attacks in Canada to be classified as terrorist entity
An Iraqi man who U.S. authorities have called a commander of the group, appeared in a Federal Court in Manhattan in May on allegations he plotted at least 18 terror attacks in Europe and North America
Business & Economy
WestJet labour dispute is really a proxy battle between Carney and unions
The WestJet labour dispute is characterized as a proxy battle between Prime Minister Mark Carney and unions. The Liberal government is reportedly restricting strike rights in federally regulated...
Julien Frascadore Named Team Canada 2026 Closing Ceremonies Flagbearer
Julien Frascadore, a judoka from Beauport, QC, has been named Team Canada’s Closing Ceremony Flag Bearer for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Frascadore won gold in the -66 kg judo category and...
Ugly Month in Emerging Markets May Be a Taste of What’s Ahead
Emerging market investors face a challenging July, testing hopes for a strong year. This period may signal future headwinds, indicating potential instability ahead. While the article highlights...
Wildfires Drive Evacuation Orders for Washington State Residents
Hundreds of residents in eastern Washington State, specifically north and west of Spokane, have been ordered to evacuate their homes. The evacuation orders were issued after stiff, dry winds...
Trump Holds Off Iran Strikes on Pledge a Hormuz Deal Is Close
US President Donald Trump has paused planned military strikes against Iran, citing diplomatic progress. Tehran and other Middle Eastern powers reportedly informed Trump that an agreement to reopen...
Environment & Climate
‘There’s no nurdle fairy’: thousands mobilise to clean up plastic spillage in north-east England
Following a ship collision in north-east England on July 19, thousands of volunteers mobilized to clean up plastic pellet spillage. Up to 2,000 individuals used basic tools to collect lentil-sized...
Struggling to get through summer? Treat yourself like a beloved dog – and six other survival tips | Emma Beddington
The article discusses the severe challenges of the 2026 summer, marked by extreme heat, wildfires, and drought affecting the UK and neighboring regions. It highlights environmental impacts, including...
Relentless UK heatwaves turn ‘green and pleasant’ land brown
Half of England and all of Wales are in drought as July becomes the driest month on record. This follows four record-breaking heatwaves since May, marking the third drought in five years. Extreme...