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The Ontario Northland passenger train, known as the Northlander, will relaunch its service between Toronto and Timmins in 2026 after being discontinued in 2012. The new service will feature fully-accessible trains with modern amenities, 16 stops, and aims to transport 40,000 to 60,000 riders annually, garnering strong support from northern Ontario communities, including Indigenous groups. The relaunch is expected to enhance connectivity, boost tourism, and improve the quality of life in the region, as residents...

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu informed the families of hostages held in Gaza that he has agreed to a proposal from American envoy Steve Witkoff. This proposal aims to facilitate the release of 10 abductees while also establishing a two-month ceasefire in Gaza. Netanyahu's acceptance of this plan reflects ongoing efforts to address the hostage situation and reduce hostilities in the region. Full Article

Harry Brook's debut as England's white-ball captain started with a commanding 238-run victory over the West Indies in a one-day international at Edgbaston, where England posted a total of 400 runs. Brook, alongside three teammates who scored half-centuries, also equaled a record by taking five catches. The West Indies struggled, collapsing to 162 all out, and England can secure their first ODI bilateral series win since September 2023 in the next match in Cardiff. Full...

The US administration announced plans to revoke visas for Chinese students amid a broader campaign against international students and universities, following the Trump administration's trend of increasing scrutiny on foreign academics. This decision, coupled with the suspension of interviews for new student visa applicants and enhanced vetting of social media, is expected to significantly impact American educational institutions, particularly as China is the second-largest source of international students. The implications for academia and research in...

SummaryBank of England governor Andrew Bailey urged the UK government to minimize the negative effects of Brexit by enhancing alignment with the EU, particularly in reducing non-tariff barriers in financial services to promote trade and economic growth. His comments followed Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer's announcement of a "reset" deal with the EU aimed at cutting trade barriers. While acknowledging the challenges posed by Brexit, Bailey emphasized the benefits of increased openness in financial markets...

The Trump administration plans to appeal a court ruling that invalidated many of its tariffs, threatening to escalate the legal battle to the Supreme Court unless the decision is stayed. The ruling, which deemed Trump's use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act for imposing tariffs an overreach, has sparked outrage from administration officials who argue that foreign and economic policy should be determined by the political branches, not the courts. Analysts suggest that a...