Year: 2026

An Edmonton resident received millions in federal contracts despite ongoing investigations into alleged assistance to Iran’s missile programme, according to a Global News investigation. The findings raise questions about the oversight of contract awards linked to individuals facing serious allegations.

President Trump criticised the NBA trade that transferred Luka Dončić from the Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers during a speech at the Republican National Committee midterm convention. He labelled it potentially among the worst trades in sports history, while referencing the 1919 sale of Babe Ruth to the Yankees.

Sir James Cleverly, the Conservative front-runner for the 2028 London mayoral election, emphasised the need to address public safety concerns as crime fears persist despite declining statistics. He committed to tackling petty crime and enhancing late-night transport to restore London’s appeal amid rising living costs.

Scientists have identified a possible cause for the unusual facial expression of an Egyptian mummy, found in Thebes, attributed to a phenomenon known as cadaveric spasm.

August 2026 was officially confirmed as the hottest month on record, matching July 2023, with a global average temperature of 16.96°C, 1.65°C above pre-industrial levels. This trend indicates a continued climate crisis exacerbated by global warming, significantly impacting European weather patterns and ecosystems.

Benjamin Netanyahu plans to sue Haaretz over its report alleging he was warned by UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed of impending Hamas attacks prior to October 7, 2023. Netanyahu has labelled the claims “fabricated” and stated that no record of such a conversation exists in his call logs.

Calgary Mayor Jeromy Farkas acknowledged the city’s $50 billion infrastructure deficit will not be resolved in one budget or council term, emphasising the need for ongoing efforts from council to address the issue incrementally.

President Trump described this week’s Republican National Committee midterm convention in Dallas as a unique rally, despite many candidates in competitive races planning to skip the event. Only four out of 60 contacted battleground candidates confirmed attendance, highlighting divisions within the party as it navigates declining approval ratings and challenges ahead of November elections.

The Israeli government has banned 12 British MPs, including Jeremy Corbyn, from entering Israel, highlighting concerns over accountability for actions in Palestine.

Footage from Carcassonne’s municipal police, captured inadvertently, reveals officers making deeply offensive and racist remarks during a patrol on 6 November 2025. Following its publication by local media, authorities confirmed an investigation is underway, leading to the suspension of the involved officers.