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Sunday Mirror - Have a laugh at my funeral
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“Have a laugh at my funeral,” reads the Sunday Mirror’s headline, alongside an image of Paul O’Grady, who died suddenly on Tuesday. The late TV star’s “best pal”, former Holby City actor Amanda Mealing, says O’Grady told his friends to “have a good time” during the upcoming celebration of his life.
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Sikh activist receives new RCMP duty to warn of life threat
August 27, 2026
12:02 am
Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a dual citizen of Canada and the United States, reported receiving a threat notification from the FBI earlier this month, echoing similar threats he has faced recently. Pannun’s situation highlights ongoing security concerns surrounding his activities.
Pentagon upgrades awards for three Marines in response to Abbey Gate attack
August 26, 2026
11:00 pm
The Pentagon has upgraded the awards for three Marines involved in the 2021 Abbey Gate bombing in Kabul, honouring their actions after a suicide attack killed 13 U.S. service members. Retired Gunnery Sergeant Jonathan Eby and retired Lance Corporal Jordan Houston received Bronze Star Medals, while retired Corporal Michael Gretzon was awarded a Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal.
Two Frankfurt Airport workers die from malaria linked to plane mosquitoes
August 26, 2026
10:00 pm
Two workers at Frankfurt Airport have died from malaria, as six employees contract the illness believed to have originated from mosquitoes brought on a plane.
Mark Carney to address European Parliament amid US-Canada trade tensions
August 26, 2026
9:00 pm
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will address the European Parliament on September 17, as Canada and the EU pursue stronger ties amid escalating trade tensions with the US. This visit follows the breakdown of trade talks between Canada and the US, heightening concerns over sovereignty and tariffs.
Alexandre Boulerice resigns as MP to seek election candidacy in Quebec
August 26, 2026
7:00 pm
After 15 years representing the NDP in the House of Commons, Boulerice has transitioned to an independent role following his announcement to pursue a provincial run in Quebec. His departure from the caucus marks a significant shift in his political career.
24 states and D.C. file lawsuit to block new Postal Service mail voting rules
August 26, 2026
5:00 pm
A coalition of 24 states and the District of Columbia filed a lawsuit aiming to block a new U.S. Postal Service rule on mail voting, claiming it undermines their election authority and risks disenfranchising voters. The final rule, linked to President Trump’s executive order, imposes new envelope design requirements and mandates voter information submission.
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