'America is not Canada,' new Prime Minister Mark Carney says in rebuke to Trump

Peter Maughan, a four-year-old boy, was tragically killed in a crash involving two pickup trucks on New Barn Road, Dartford, while his 24-year-old father remains in critical condition and his one-year-old sister sustained minor injuries. Two men, Patrick Maughan, 53, and Owen Maughan, 27, have been charged with murder in connection with the incident, which occurred around 9:30 PM on June 1, 2025. Tributes have poured in for Peter, affectionately known as "Peter Rabbit," with...

SummaryThe immediate family of legendary Haudenosaunee runner Tom Longboat has announced their decision not to participate in the annual run named in his honor while the cannabis industry continues to operate on Six Nations of the Grand River land. This event, which has been held for the past 25 years, was scheduled for today. The family's stance highlights ongoing tensions regarding land use and the impact of cannabis businesses on their community. Full Article

This evening’s $12 million Lotto Powerball jackpot was not won, rolling over to $15 million for Saturday. A MyLotto player from Napier won $1 million in the First Division draw, while a player from Christchurch celebrated a $200,000 win with Strike Four. The winning numbers were 35, 11, 9, 14, 10, and 6, with a bonus ball of 30 and the Powerball being 10. Full Article

Kenyan free-speech advocates have criticized the arrest of author Webster Ochora Elijah for publishing an unauthorized biography of Charlene Ruto, daughter of President William Ruto. Accused of impersonation for "misusing" her name without permission, he pleaded not guilty and was released on bail. Critics argue that the prosecution undermines free expression, as the book's contents were not challenged, and emphasize that public figures should expect scrutiny; similar instances in the past have raised concerns about...

Guyana’s UN Ambassador, Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett, emphasized that the right of people under colonial rule to resist is recognized in international law. As the president of the UN Security Council for June, she highlighted the council's priorities, which include maintaining international peace and security and protecting children in conflict zones, with 29 meetings planned on various global issues. Additionally, a session on June 30 will address the implementation of Resolution 2334 regarding settlement activities in the...

Former Biden officials are urging Europe to defend democracy as concerns rise over Trump's potential return to power and its implications for transatlantic relations, particularly regarding military commitments to Europe. The real threat, however, is Trump's intent to redefine shared values, leading to a possible betrayal of democratic principles, as seen in recent political maneuvers in Poland and Romania. As European democracies grapple with rising far-right movements, they must first stabilize their own political landscape...