Year: 2026

Researchers have confirmed that a tornado struck a suburb north of Montreal on Sunday, causing damage to trees and buildings. The meteorological assessment concluded that the severe storm met the criteria for tornado classification, prompting further investigation into the extent of the damage.

A federal appeals court has determined that the Trump White House cannot proceed with a proposed 90,000-square-foot ballroom on the site of the former East Wing without congressional approval. The court ruled the project, estimated at $400 million, lacks necessary legal authority.

A mother from Swaffham has shared her grief over the loss of her 20-year-old son, Liam Exley, to stage four mesothelioma after years of misdiagnosis. Symptoms of the rare cancer, typically seen in older individuals, were mistaken for pericarditis. Liam died six months post-diagnosis.

A heavily pregnant shopkeeper was assaulted and robbed in her store in Argentina, with the attackers fleeing in a red Peugeot Partner van after the incident.

Belarus has designated Euronews as an “extremist” media outlet, banning access to its content in the country. This move has drawn widespread condemnation, with officials asserting it threatens press freedom and restricts information for Belarusian citizens. Euronews plans to continue its commitment to independent journalism.

The teenager involved in a fiery crash on Idylwyld Drive in May is awaiting sentencing following the conclusion of sentencing arguments. The court proceedings have focused on the circumstances surrounding the incident and its impact.

Republican Rep. Andy Ogles lost his primary in Tennessee’s 5th District to former Agriculture Commissioner Charlie Hatcher, trailing by over six points. Ogles had secured an endorsement from President Trump, marking the second Trump-backed candidate to lose this week. Hatcher will face Democratic nominee Chaz Molder in November.

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Ryan Wellings has been found guilty of assault and domestic violence against his partner, Kiena Dawes, but was acquitted of manslaughter in relation to her suicide. Following public outcry, campaigners are advocating for “Kiena’s Law,” which aims to create a new offence for domestic abuse-related suicides.

At least six people have died and 15 others have been injured in a school shooting at Debsirin Nonthaburi School in Thailand, involving a 14-year-old suspect.