Core inflation in February hits 2.8%, higher than expected; spending increases 0.4%

Three alleged human smugglers were arrested alongside 44 foreign nationals attempting to illegally cross into Canada from the U.S. during the August long weekend; the group was detained near Stanstead, Quebec. The asylum seekers, including a child and a pregnant woman, were assessed for eligibility to claim asylum, with many transferred to a CBSA processing facility amid a significant increase in border crossings. Want More Context? 🔎

Great Barrier Reef DeclineRecent findings from the Australian Institute of Marine Science reveal that the Great Barrier Reef experienced its most severe annual coral cover decline in nearly 40 years, primarily due to climate change-induced heat stress, alongside threats from tropical cyclones and crown-of-thorns starfish. Conservationists warn that without rapid climate action, the reef may face irreversible damage, potentially leading to its inability to recover from catastrophic events. Want More Context? 🔎

The island of Santa Rosa sits in the Amazon River between Colombia and Peru, with the government in Lima recently naming it a federal district.Colombian President Gustavo Petro accused Peru of unlawfully annexing Santa Rosa Island, a contentious area between the two nations, following Peru's congressional vote to designate it as a district. Colombia claims the island based on historical treaties and argues that its emergence is beyond those treaties, asserting that Peru's actions threaten...

The National Youth Theatre has clarified that grooming and sexual abuse charges against former worker Cole Thomas Johnston, 28, do not pertain to his time with the organization. Johnston faces 12 charges involving one alleged victim, and the theatre's chief executive emphasized their commitment to maintaining a safe environment for students and staff. Want More Context? 🔎

US President Donald Trump humorously engaged with reporters while walking on the White House roof, joking about installing "nuclear missiles" and inspecting potential construction projects, including a $200 million East Wing ballroom. Throughout his presidency, he has frequently overseen renovations, including a redesigned Rose Garden and the Oval Office, while promoting ongoing improvements. Want More Context? 🔎

Authorities in Florida arrested Michael Rodrigues, 41, at Palm Beach International Airport after finding a loaded AR-15 rifle and multiple knives in a rental vehicle parked in a restricted area. The investigation is ongoing, with no formal charges yet, and officials are working to obtain a search warrant for further examination of the vehicle. Want More Context? 🔎