Your World Tonight Air Canada impasse, walkable cities, reboot summer, and more
Aug 13, 2025
Chaos reigns as Air Canada faces strikes and flight cancellations, complicating summer travel plans. A new study reveals how walkable cities can significantly impact our daily activity levels. Additionally, Hollywood's trend of recycling classic films for summer releases raises eyebrows. Amid wildfires threatening Atlantic Canada, global tensions simmer as leaders discuss critical matters involving Russia. There's even a quirky boost in Saskatchewan's popularity thanks to a surprise mention in a song, capturing social media's attention.
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Air Canada Labor Standoff Disrupts Travel
- Flight attendants and Air Canada are in a bitter standoff with strike and lockout notices issued amid summer travel chaos.
- Passengers report panic, rebooking, and cancelled flights as negotiations remain stalled.
Act Now If Your Flight Is Affected
- If your Air Canada travel falls between Friday and Monday, change your flight now; Air Canada allows free changes bought before today.
- Book a backup flight on another carrier and expect rebooking to be hard as partner seats fill quickly.
Atlantic Canada Faces Widespread Wildfires
- Wildfires across Atlantic Canada have forced evacuations and left seniors and residents ready to flee at a moment's notice.
- Officials warn hot, dry weather and drought conditions could make the situation worse and resources are stretched thin.