Almost $50 million in cocaine found hidden in trucks crossing into Canada from U.S., police say

Mike Smith, a former university basketball player turned executive, faced a traumatic custody battle after his marriage ended, resulting in limited access to his three children and leading him to explore medical assistance in dying (MAID). His experience reflects a broader issue where divorced fathers struggle against stereotypes and legal biases that often prioritize mothers in custody arrangements, despite research indicating the importance of fathers in children's development. More Context

Air India Flight 171 CrashOn June 12, 2025, Air India Flight 171, a Boeing 787-8, crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, India, en route to London, carrying over 200 passengers, including Indian, British, Canadian, and Portuguese nationals. The incident, which resulted in a plume of smoke visible from the airport, prompted condolences from Indian and British leaders, while Boeing shares fell significantly amid growing concerns. More Context

Starting Sunday, the G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, will host leaders from seven powerful nations addressing economic instability and security, particularly regarding Russia's war on Ukraine. A significant security operation, led by the RCMP and involving multiple agencies, is in place due to heightened threats, including concerns following a recent assassination attempt on U.S. President Trump and the potential for protests. More Context

Kaitlyn Braun, a 26-year-old doula, received a prison sentence of three years after pleading guilty to multiple counts of fraud and harassment against fellow doulas, having previously violated a conditional sentence. Victims expressed skepticism about her rehabilitation, fearing she would re-offend, as her manipulative behavior caused significant emotional and psychological harm to those she deceived. More Context

The backlog of surgeries in Canada post-pandemic is diminishing, but wait times for hip and knee replacements and cancer surgeries remain longer than pre-COVID levels, with only 68% of hip surgeries meeting the 26-week benchmark in 2024. Contributing factors include a shortage of specialists, limited operating room resources, and an aging population, prompting provinces to expand outpatient surgeries and private clinic options. More Context

Pride Toronto is facing a significant financial shortfall due to several corporate sponsors withdrawing their support, a situation attributed by the festival’s executive director to a decline in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives among American companies following the Trump administration. This development raises concerns about the future sustainability of the festival. More Context