Author: News Desk

Ousmane Dembele scored a hat-trick as France defeated Norway 4-1 in their final Group I match at the World Cup 2026. Dembele’s goals came in the 7th, 20th, and 32nd minutes, securing France’s top position in the group. Desire Doue added the fourth goal in stoppage time.

A large asteroid, estimated to be the size of three CN Towers stacked, is set to pass Earth this weekend at its closest approach since the 17th century. Experts continue to monitor its trajectory as it nears our planet.

A Moroccan court sentenced 29 individuals, including politicians and sports figures, to prison terms of up to 12 years for their roles in an extensive drug trafficking and corruption scheme. The trial, linked to notorious trafficker El Hadj Ahmed Ben Brahim, revealed a network transporting Moroccan cannabis resin and cocaine across North Africa and Europe.

The residence designated for the prime minister has been classified as uninhabitable for several years. Currently, Prime Minister Mark Carney is living at Rideau Cottage, as the government seeks solutions for the notorious condition of the official residence.

A 14-year-old boy has been charged with the murder of 14-year-old Lilly in Blaina, Wales, after her body was discovered in Duffryn Park. The suspect, who cannot be named for legal reasons, has been remanded in custody and is set to appear in Newport Magistrates’ Court on Friday.

Stefanski presented his closing arguments to the jury after assuming his own defence during the trial. This development marks a significant turn in the proceedings, as he opted to represent himself amid ongoing legal discussions.

A plane carrying three individuals engaged in firefighting efforts in the Northwest Territories crashed on Wednesday night, according to the RCMP. The incident highlights the ongoing challenges faced in combating wildfires in the region. Further details about the circumstances of the crash are pending.

UK officials engaged in discussions with representatives from Intellexa, a spyware company linked to the targeting of journalists. The firm’s software, Predator, has been implicated in surveillance abuses worldwide. Subsequent court rulings in Greece found key executives guilty of breaching privacy laws.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has warned vessels against using an “unapproved” route through the Strait of Hormuz, asserting it was created without Tehran’s consent. Officials insist that ships must comply with Iranian-designated corridors or face enforcement actions. Meanwhile, five South Korean vessels recently transited safely through the strait.

Grade 11 student Lachlan Ross, who has a genetic condition that renders him non-verbal and requires complex medical care, continues to navigate his educational journey amid these challenges. His circumstances highlight the need for tailored support in school environments.