A tsunami advisory for British Columbia’s coast was cancelled early Wednesday following an 8.8 magnitude earthquake in Russia’s Kamchatka peninsula, which prompted earlier warnings for several coastal regions. Observations indicated minor tsunami waves, with maximum heights of 27 cm noted at Winter Harbour and 21 cm at Tofino, while residents were advised to stay away from coastal areas due to strong currents.
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Montreal Crown prosecutor Alice Bourbonnais-Rougeau initially claimed to her supervisors that her relationship with defence lawyer Mathieu Rondeau-Poissant, who was representing a client in her case, was merely a friendship. She later admitted to having a physical relationship with him, raising ethical concerns regarding her conduct in the prosecution. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreDouglas Worth, a 73-year-old man who raped and murdered 12-year-old Trina Campbell in 1987, has been released on parole and is living in Dartmouth, N.S. After serving 35 years of his life sentence, he is classified as a high-risk offender with strict conditions, including no contact with children, and has a criminal history dating back to 1968. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreOTTAWA — Recent fundraising reports reveal that the Liberal Party of Canada has narrowed the gap with the Conservative Party, with the Conservatives raising $9 million and the Liberals $7.6 million in the second quarter of 2025. The Liberals saw a surge in grassroots support under leader Mark Carney, marking their best fundraising performance since 1980, while the Conservatives maintained a significant lead overall. Want More Context? 🔎
Read morePrime Minister Mark Carney announced Canada's recognition of a State of Palestine, indicating a shift from previous alignment with U.S. policy, and emphasized the need for Palestinian reforms. U.S. President Trump expressed displeasure over the decision, highlighting concerns about its impact on U.S.-Canada trade negotiations amidst ongoing tensions in the region. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreBy 2050, over 1.7 million Canadians are expected to live with dementia, a significant rise from 597,300 in 2020. A recent study presented at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference indicates that lifestyle changes—such as a diet rich in leafy greens, regular exercise, and social interaction—can help slow cognitive decline and improve brain health without medication. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreCanadian swimmer Summer McIntosh won her third gold medal at the Singapore 2025 World Aquatics Championships, finishing the 200-metre butterfly in 2:01.99, just shy of the world record. With this victory, she moves closer to matching Michael Phelps' record of five individual titles at a single world championship, having already secured wins in the 400-metre freestyle and 200-metre individual medley. Want More Context? 🔎
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