Court declines to review Crown’s decision not to prosecute Edmonton officer who kicked teen in head

After decades of portrayals, Nicholas Celozzi is reimagining the 1963 assassination of President John F. Kennedy through the lens of key figures in the Chicago Outfit, a prominent Italian-American crime syndicate. The film was shot in Winnipeg this summer, emphasizing the organization's influence during that pivotal moment in history. Want More Context? 🔎

A former chief administrative officer from Gilbert Plains, Amber Fisher, has confessed to embezzling over $500,000 from the municipality's bank account. To conceal her actions, she fabricated a story about a cyberattack and tampered with documents, according to the RCMP. Want More Context? 🔎

On December 5, 2023, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro expressed intentions to declare a Venezuelan province in an oil-rich area disputed with Guyana, which has become one of the world's fastest-growing economies due to offshore oil development. Entrepreneur Selwin Asafa George advocates for equitable resource distribution in Guyana, suggesting a sovereign wealth fund similar to Alaska's to ensure all citizens benefit from the nation's oil windfall. Want More Context? 🔎

Canada's demand for summer burgers remains robust even as ground beef prices surged to $14.67 per kg in May 2025, marking a 25% increase from the previous year. This rise in price exceeds the country's current inflation rate of 1.7%, yet consumers continue to show a strong appetite for beef. Want More Context? 🔎

U.S. President Donald Trump has increased Canadian tariffs from 25% to 35% due to alleged failures in combating drug smuggling, despite data showing minimal fentanyl seizures from Canada. Legal challenges and potential economic ramifications may lead to a reversal of the tariffs, as courts question Trump's use of emergency powers under the IEEPA and economists warn of inflation and recession risks from the tariffs. Want More Context? 🔎

Gabriela DeBues-Stafford, a Canadian distance runner, won the women's 5,000 metres at the national championships in Ottawa, securing her spot at the upcoming World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. She aims to qualify in both the 1,500 and 5,000 metres while expressing confidence in regaining her 2021 Olympic form after nearly retiring last summer. Want More Context? 🔎