Chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen returns to tournament after dispute over jeans resolved

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? 🔎

World Cup soccer is set to arrive in Vancouver in just a year, generating excitement among fans eager to see international stars. However, there are concerns among some residents regarding the potential negative impacts of hosting such a major sporting event. Want More Context? 🔎

A Texas teenager named Walter Campbell unearthed an 80-million-year-old mosasaur skull during a dig at the Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre in Morden, Manitoba, in June 2025. In a unique honor, the fossil has been named "Walt" after him, providing a remarkable story for him to share with friends back home. Want More Context? 🔎

The Atlantic provinces are advancing the Eastern Energy Partnership, an initiative aimed at enhancing energy generation and transmission across Canada, which has the potential to significantly transform the region's economy and infrastructure for future generations. This ambitious plan highlights the importance of collaborative efforts in nation-building and sustainable energy development. Want More Context? 🔎

The Ontario Superior Court ruled that the provincial government's law to remove bike lanes on key Toronto streets violates Canadians' constitutional rights, specifically Section 7 of the Charter. Justice Paul Schabas found that the removal would increase risks to cyclists, undermining public safety, and deemed the government's justification for the changes insufficient. Want More Context? 🔎

Since President Trump claimed fentanyl was flowing into the U.S. from Canada, authorities like Jonathan Caulkins warn that drug cartels might shift operations north if U.S. borders with Mexico tighten, despite evidence showing minimal fentanyl from Canada. Canada has responded with measures including increased border security and regulatory enhancements, while studies indicate most fentanyl entering the U.S. originates from Mexico. Want More Context? 🔎