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The CRTC is facing pressure from Cogeco Communications, which is threatening legal action over delays in deciding on Quebecor's QUB Radio broadcasting on 99.5 FM in Montreal, citing concerns about regulatory compliance and illegal operations. Quebecor defends its actions as beneficial for public interest, while competitors argue it violates media ownership regulations, prompting broader industry scrutiny. Want More Context? 🔎

Members of Nigeria's national female basketball team, D'Tigress, will receive $100,000 and three-bedroom flats each following their victory at the Fiba Women's AfroBasket Championship, securing their seventh title and a spot in next year's World Cup. Mixed reactions have emerged regarding the sustainability of these rewards, given the country's economic challenges and past delays in fulfilling similar promises. Want More Context? 🔎

Jack Kay, dubbed ‘Ibiza’s Final Boss,’ has gained viral fame for his confident dance moves in Ibiza, resembling internet meme sensations like Salt Bae. Now with over 16,000 followers and an agent, he remains humble, asserting he’s just a normal person from Newcastle, while also revealing his girlfriend, Alisha Cook, who has shared their moments together online. Want More Context? 🔎

President Donald Trump previously praised mRNA vaccines as a "medical miracle" during the COVID-19 pandemic, but his health secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., recently announced the cancellation of $500 million in mRNA research contracts, halting progress on this technology for future pandemics and treatments. This marks a significant shift from the Trump administration's initial support for the vaccines that were credited with reducing COVID-19 deaths. Want More Context? 🔎

Ukraine War Ceasefire Discussions Donald Trump may meet Vladimir Putin next week to discuss a ceasefire in Ukraine, contingent on Putin also meeting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. This comes as the U.S. imposes a deadline for a peace deal and after Trump's envoy, Steve Witkoff, reported productive talks with Putin, suggesting Russia is more open to a ceasefire. Want More Context? 🔎

An ambitious goal to halve breast cancer deaths is supported by a $25 million grant from the National Breast Cancer Foundation to the Garvan Institute for the "AllClear" program, aimed at preventing cancer recurrence. Led by Associate Professor Christine Chaffer, the research will focus on dormant cancer cells to develop new therapies, with hopes of eventually predicting patients' recurrence risk. Want More Context? 🔎