Ontario joins B.C. in removing U.S. booze from provincial liquor retailers

Two medical evacuations occurred from the Ruby Princess cruise ship off Washington's coast, involving a 52-year-old woman on life support due to cardiac arrest and a 99-year-old man with esophageal obstruction. The U.S. Coast Guard and Canadian officials coordinated efforts, successfully transporting both patients to hospitals in B.C. and Washington. Want More Context? 🔎

Canada is lifting tariffs on U.S. alcoholic beverages, a move celebrated by the U.S. liquor industry, but provincial bans on American spirits remain in place, limiting impact. While some provinces are beginning to lift restrictions, sales of U.S. products have plummeted, significantly affecting revenue for both U.S. distillers and Canadian retailers. Want More Context? 🔎

Pop icon Taylor Swift announced the engagement of NFL player Travis Kelce on Instagram, humorously comparing them to “your English teacher and your gym teacher.” The post, featuring a photo of the couple with an impressive engagement ring, quickly garnered over 13 million likes, highlighting Swift's massive fanbase and playful references to their respective professions. Want More Context? 🔎

A pro-Palestine coalition is urging Saint John police to drop charges related to a demonstration on August 2, where two arrests were made following an alleged assault on a volunteer at the Israel booth during the International Culturefest. While the pro-Palestine groups claim Israeli representation heightened tensions, booth organizers insist they followed guidelines to ensure safety and denied provocations. Want More Context? 🔎

Cory Gilson and Stephanie Melenka from WARM Rescue & Sanctuary in Alberta are offering to take in 16 wolf-dogs from Wahnapitae, which face euthanasia due to their illegal status. Although the Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary is at capacity, WARM plans to establish a temporary facility for the dogs while fundraising for a larger sanctuary aimed at providing natural habitats and therapeutic benefits. Want More Context? 🔎

U.S. Customs and Border Protection reports that electronic device searches at the border have surged, with 14,899 inspections conducted between April and June 2023, up from 12,090 in 2022. These searches aim to detect digital contraband and enforce laws, primarily affecting non-U.S. citizens, and involve basic and advanced search methods requiring reasonable suspicion. Want More Context? 🔎