Mistaken identity: Man sentenced to 13 years for attempted murder in botched mafia hit

An Ontario family is in distress after the federal government unexpectedly cut funding for their autistic son, Ethan, a First Nations child living off-reserve, jeopardizing his access to crucial clinical therapy and educational support. This sudden withdrawal has left the family scrambling to find alternatives for the services that have been vital to Ethan's development. Want More Context? 🔎

Sentencing Hearing for Freedom Convoy Leaders On November 3, 2023, sentencing hearings began for Tamara Lich and Chris Barber, leaders of the Freedom Convoy, after being found guilty of mischief for their roles in the 2022 protest against COVID-19 mandates. The Crown is seeking seven years for Lich and eight for Barber, sparking criticism from Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre over perceived legal disparities in sentencing. Want More Context? 🔎

Johnny Noviello, a Canadian who entered the U.S. legally in 1988 and became a permanent resident in 1991, was arrested by ICE in 2025 on a removability charge following a 2023 conviction for drug trafficking and racketeering. He died in custody in Miami in June 2025, with health concerns reported, including hypertension and depression, after he refused medical evaluations and showed signs of neglect. Want More Context? 🔎

The Ontario coroner has announced an inquest into the 2020 death of 64-year-old Edouard Gallant, a New Brunswick mining worker who was killed at Lac des Iles Mine when struck by blasted ore. This incident led to significant fines against the mining company and contractor involved, alongside the recent confirmation of COVID-19 cases linked to the mine's operations. Want More Context? 🔎

Ontario Premier Doug Ford hosted Prime Minister Mark Carney at his cottage for discussions during the 2025 summer meetings of Canada's Premiers, focusing on trade negotiations with the U.S. and Canadian wildfires. Ford praised Carney's humility and business acumen, emphasizing the need for collaboration to strengthen the Canadian economy amid shifting trade landscapes. Want More Context? 🔎

Tech entrepreneur Bryan Johnson, known for his anti-aging initiatives, is considering shutting down his nutrition company, Blueprint, to focus on his "Don't Die" movement aimed at combating human and planetary death. Recently, he underwent a multi-generational plasma exchange with his son, but later shifted to a new plasma protocol after citing no benefits from the initial procedure. Want More Context? 🔎