World Report Tuesday's top stories in 10 minutes
Sep 30, 2025
The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation honors Indigenous survivors of Canada's residential school system. Meanwhile, the U.S. teeters on the brink of a partial government shutdown, with political blame flying. A tragic school collapse in Indonesia claims lives, and Calgary's Imperial Oil plans significant layoffs. Tensions rise as British Columbia's public service workers face job action, and Alberta teachers are preparing to strike. A remarkable story of resilience emerges as survivor Starla Starblanket reclaims her culture through dance.
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Family Reburies Relative After Decades
- Claire Onabigan fought for years to repatriate her uncle Percy's remains taken to residential schools without family consent.
- Her family exhumed Percy this spring and reburied him near his siblings with Ontario government help after federal funding was denied.
Provincial Role In Repatriation
- Provincial support can fill gaps when federal systems fail families seeking repatriation funding.
- Saul Mamakwa and others call for laws to make repatriations easier for communities.
Shutdown Risk Over Health Care Fight
- The U.S. faces a likely partial government shutdown over health care funding and political blame.
- A shutdown would halt many services like parks and inspections while essential services continue.