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- B.C. emerges as a top travel destination this season, Airbnb data shows
- Trump to speak at event featuring top officials and tech executives
- Poland advises citizens to prepare evacuation backpacks amid rising threats from Russia
- Xenia Fedorova placed under EU sanctions for spreading pro-Kremlin narratives
- At least 41 dead after boat capsizes on Lake Tanganyika in DRC
- Saskatoon pauses encampment clean-up due to aggressive protests
- Justice Department seeks to end over 50 long-standing school desegregation cases
- Netanyahu labels genocide accusations as the greatest lie of the century
Financial Times - Savers withdrew nearly $60bn from three US banks as Apple raises heat
Summary of the front page
The Financial Times says savers withdrew nearly $60bn from US banks Charles Schwab, State Street and M&T in the first quarter as customers moved their money in search of higher interest rates. Traditional banks could face further threat because of Apple and Goldman Sachs’ new savings account in the US that will pay 4.15% interest a year, it reports.
The paper’s main image is of Vladimir Kara-Murza, a Russian opposition activist, during a court hearing in Moscow where he was sentenced to 25 years in prison for treason.
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B.C. emerges as a top travel destination this season, Airbnb data shows
September 25, 2026
7:00 am
Travellers are increasingly attracted to the scenic landscapes of British Columbia, with domestic destination searches rising by 40 per cent compared to the previous year, reflecting a growing interest in local tourism.
Trump to speak at event featuring top officials and tech executives
September 25, 2026
5:00 am
President Trump will address an audience in Washington on Tuesday, presenting a vision for America’s future during an event featuring notable figures including Elon Musk and Jensen Huang. The agenda includes discussions on artificial intelligence and energy, with a dinner sponsored by Horizon Events.
Poland advises citizens to prepare evacuation backpacks amid rising threats from Russia
September 25, 2026
4:00 am
A Russian Mi-8 helicopter entered NATO airspace this week, prompting a response from NATO fighter jets and warnings to Polish residents to prepare for potential evacuations.
Xenia Fedorova placed under EU sanctions for spreading pro-Kremlin narratives
September 25, 2026
2:00 am
Former RT France chief Xenia Fedorova has been placed under EU sanctions for her alleged role in spreading pro-Kremlin narratives. The Council accused her of disseminating disinformation related to Russia’s actions in Ukraine, which now triggers an asset freeze and travel ban across all EU member states.
At least 41 dead after boat capsizes on Lake Tanganyika in DRC
September 25, 2026
1:00 am
At least 41 people have died following the capsizing of a boat on Lake Tanganyika in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with 49 rescued. The vessel, carrying about 100 individuals and cargo, sank near Mapera while en route from Kigoma to Kalemie. Search operations are ongoing.
Saskatoon pauses encampment clean-up due to aggressive protests
September 25, 2026
12:00 am
The City of Saskatoon has paused its encampment cleanup efforts at the 19th Street and Avenue K sites in response to aggressive protests. The decision reflects ongoing tensions surrounding the cleanup initiative and aims to ensure safety for all parties involved.
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