Year: 2026

EU POLICY UPDATE

Today, European Union leaders discuss migration and economic resilience amid growing challenges.
Key initiatives aim to address pressing regional issues.

Elena Rybakina overcame a challenging match to reach the Canadian Open quarterfinals, defeating Liudmila Samsonova. Coco Gauff also advanced, defeating Alina Korneeva. Rybakina will face Naomi Osaka, who eliminated Leylah Fernandez, while Gauff meets Belinda Bencic.

A business in Assiniboia, Saskatchewan, has reported falling victim to a widespread credit card scam affecting transportation equipment companies throughout the province, according to the RCMP. Authorities are investigating the incident as part of their effort to address this ongoing fraud issue.

Taiwan is conducting its 10-day military exercises this weekend, aimed at preparing for a possible invasion by China, which maintains claims over the territory and has issued threats of military action. Further details are provided by Anna Coren from Taiwan.

Aderahman Boumzough, 25, has been sentenced to 35 years for the murder of 15-year-old Rene Graham at a family festival in Ladbroke Grove. Evidence including phone data and CCTV footage confirmed his presence at the scene during the July 2024 incident.

Daniel Kinahan has been extradited from Dubai to Ireland, where he faces charges related to directing an organised crime group and international drug trafficking.

Daniel Kinahan, linked to the Kinahan organised crime group, is suspected of trafficking narcotics into Ireland, the UK, and Spain. Authorities are investigating various charges against him, including money laundering and murder, as part of ongoing efforts to dismantle the criminal network.

Oil prices increased as Iran’s Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, stated the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed without significant US concessions, including eased sanctions. Brent crude rose over 1% to $83.77 a barrel, reflecting market anxiety amid disrupted shipping through this critical waterway.

Iran sets tough terms to reopen Strait of Hormuz, demanding the US lift its naval blockade and compensate for war damages.

A group has reiterated its opposition to the pipeline, citing a lack of good faith consultation and cooperation from the government with First Nations. The statement underscores ongoing tensions regarding Indigenous engagement in major infrastructure projects.