World Report

Tony Wakeham becomes the new Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, ending Liberal rule. NATO Defence Ministers meet in Brussels, focusing on support for Ukraine. Canada faces backlash over delayed delivery of armored vehicles to Ukraine. Meanwhile, Ontario launches an ad campaign targeting U.S. voters about tariffs. Dawson Creek declares an emergency due to a worsening water supply crisis. Walmart unveils AI tech to enhance the shopping experience, raising privacy concerns.

Shocking news as U.S. tariffs on Canadian lumber rise by 10% amidst ongoing trade tensions. Emotions run high in Israel as families demand justice after only a few remains of hostages are returned from Gaza. A Naval joke from NATO's leader highlights the military strain in Russia, coinciding with new laws on reservists. In Sudan, a health crisis worsens amid civil unrest, while Canada braves rising RSV cases. Lastly, two hikers recover from a grizzly bear attack, prompting vital safety reminders.

The Israeli military reports all 20 living hostages held by Hamas are now in Red Cross custody. President Trump warns of possible missile strikes on Russia if they do not end their aggression in Ukraine. Meanwhile, hospitals in the DRC face dire medical supply shortages due to ongoing clashes with rebels. On a lighter note, seniors in Montreal embrace learning French with a unique program that helps them practice the language outside of traditional classrooms.

Israel braces for the return of hostages as aid flows into Gaza during a ceasefire. Afghanistan reports deadly cross-border strikes, claiming to have killed Pakistani soldiers. Severe flooding in Mexico leads to loss of life and evacuations. The EU launches a new biometric entry-exit system for travelers. The long-serving president of Cameroon seeks reelection amid a fractured opposition. Night-time digs threaten historical sites in Canada, and Quebec aims to improve behavior at youth hockey games. Plus, a Canadian baseball team makes playoff history.

Tens of thousands of Gazans are returning to their devastated homes, grappling with destruction and displacement. Meanwhile, in Israel, families anxiously await news of the hostages. Canada's new AI minister is set to introduce privacy rules, emphasizing protections for youth. Concerns rise over the implications of AI, particularly in medicine and relationships with young people. In sports, the Toronto Blue Jays gear up to face the Seattle Mariners in the AL Championship Series, while Australia investigates sunscreens failing to deliver promised protection.

A ceasefire is taking hold in Gaza, as Israeli troops withdraw and hostages await release. In New York, Attorney General Letitia James has indicted Donald Trump, igniting a firestorm over justice and politics. Peru's President Dina Boluarte faces impeachment amidst a crime crisis, while Taiwan unveils a missile defense system to counter Chinese threats. Canada Post employees initiate rotating strikes, disrupting mail services. Lastly, María Corina Machado receives the Nobel Peace Prize for her courageous activism in Venezuela.

A historic ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas sparks international relief and hope, with celebrations unfolding in Tel Aviv and Gaza. In other news, city councillor Tanille Johnston kicks off her campaign for NDP leadership, aiming to make waves in Canadian politics. Newfoundland and Labrador's leaders debate the contentious Churchill Falls hydro deal as a key issue. Meanwhile, a federal court prepares to assess Trump's deployment of National Guard troops in Illinois, and the Toronto Blue Jays celebrate their advancement to the ALCS.

Prime Minister Mark Carney discussed reviving the Keystone XL pipeline with President Trump, sparking tension between Alberta and BC Premiers over pipeline disputes. Meanwhile, indirect negotiations continue between Israel and Hamas, with U.S. involvement. In a surprising development, Israel intercepted a flotilla aimed at breaching Gaza's blockade. Within Ukraine, warnings emerge about a covert shadow war led by Russia. NATO is racing to secure underwater infrastructure, as gold prices soar to new highs amidst economic uncertainty.

Prime Minister Mark Carney is optimistic about tariff relief from talks with President Trump. Meanwhile, Israelis commemorate two years since the Hamas attacks, reflecting on the ongoing humanitarian crisis. The head of the UN refugee agency criticizes U.S. deportation policies, warning they may breach international law. Chris Barber and Tamara Lich face sentencing stemming from the truckers convoy. In the aviation sector, WestJet raises checked baggage fees, leaving many to wonder if Air Canada will follow suit. Marineland pleads for aid to protect its belugas, and a Nobel Prize winner may miss his own celebration while hiking.

A federal judge has halted attempts by Trump to deploy National Guard troops to Portland. Canada seeks tariff relief as Prime Minister Mark Carney heads to the White House. In Alberta, a teachers' strike affects over 700,000 students. Devastating flooding in Nepal has claimed at least 47 lives, with rescue efforts ongoing for trapped hikers on Everest. Palestinian-Canadians express concern over delays in evacuations from Gaza. A report reveals Canadian tech's role in U.S. strikes against Venezuelan drug boats, and a woman returns to court in a high-profile rape trial.