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• 11-year-old boy driving a truck crashes into Buddhist monks, killing 9

  The victims were among a group of 35 Buddhist monks and five followers who were on their way from a temple ⁠in Mukdahan, about 600 km northeast of the capital Bangkok, to another.

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• Toronto Raptors extend head coach Rajakovic

  The Toronto Raptors have agreed to a multi-year contract extension with head coach Darko Rajakovic, the team announced Thursday.

  Sports

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• U.S. hiring slowed in June with 57,000 jobs added amid global turmoil

  U.S. employers pulled back on hiring last month and added only 57,000 jobs, less than half the previous month’s total and a sign companies still have a cautious economic outlook.

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• Heat wave heads to Maritime provinces after bearing down on Ontario, Quebec

  The heat wave that's been bearing down on Ontario this week has shown no signs of letting up and has only spread further east.

  Environment

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• Winnipeg Jets sign free-agent defenceman Mario Ferraro to multi-year deal

  Winnipeg Jets bolster their blue line with the addition of former San Jose Sharks defenceman Mario Ferraro after signing goalie Stu Skinner earlier on Day 1 of NHL free agency.

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• Canada’s UN ambassador says Carney’s Davos speech is being implemented

  Carney attracted global attention this January with a speech to the World Economic Forum in Davos urging middle powers to band together to advance their interests.

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• Alberta’s Smith set to unveil details of proposed oil pipeline

  The Alberta government is aiming for the pipeline to be designated a project of national interest by October and get shovels in the ground as early as September 2027.

  Canada

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• Carney’s Davos speech being put in practice at UN, ambassador says

  Carney attracted global attention this January with a speech to the World Economic Forum in Davos urging middle powers to band together to advance their interests.

  Canada

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• Major Russian attack kills 21 in Kyiv after Ukraine strikes oil facilities

  Loud explosions shook the Ukrainian capital for hours during the night, with many people sheltering in subway stations after authorities issued air raid warnings.

  World

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• 4 dead in Mexico City during World Cup celebrations

  The victims, who authorities said died of asphyxiation, were 48, 44 and 19 years old. Authorities did not provide additional details about the circumstances of the deaths.

  World

  Jul 1
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• 2 people arrested after climbing Empire State Building’s antenna

  Dressed in black and wearing masks — but not tethers, it appeared — the two balanced on a narrow ledge and appeared to kiss atop the New York skyscraper’s antenna.

  U.S. News

  Jul 1
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• Manitoba’s provincial sales tax cut on store-bought food takes effect

  The tax cut applies to food sold at grocery and convenience stores, but it's still charged at restaurants, bakeries and bars.

  Economy

  Jul 1
• Leafs sign Bobrovsky as NHL free agency opens

  Sergei Bobrovsky twice broke the hearts of his new team.

  Sports

  Jul 1
• Drug seizures at Canada-U.S. border dropping, Congress hears

  Acting Deputy Chief Jason Schneider told the House committee that seizures at the U.S.' northern border had dropped by 55 per cent compared to last year.

  Canada

  Jul 1
• Winnipeg Jets sign unrestricted free agent, goalie Stu Skinner

  Winnipeg Jets bolster their goaltending ranks with the signing of unrestricted free agent Stu Skinner to a two-year deal worth a total of US $7.5 million.

  Sports

  Jul 1
• Canadiens lock Demidov in for 8 years, Jets sign Skinner in free agency

  The Canadiens signed the skilled Russian forward to an eight-year, US$73.2-million contract extension that begins in the 2027-28 season.

  Sports

  Jul 1
• Canada Day heat wave prompts warnings in several provinces

  As the heat wave is expected to continue across parts of the country into the weekend, people are reminded to take action to protect themselves.

  Weather

  Jul 1
• Manitoba city issues state of local emergency amid ‘worsening’ flooding

  Residents are being asked to avoid all non-essential travel as many roads are flooded and storm-water systems remain overwhelmed in the city.

  Weather

  Jul 1
• Ontario now second province to lower colorectal cancer screening age to 45

  As of July 1, Ontarians age 45 and up are eligible to receive the at-home fecal immunochemical screening test — or FIT — that detects traces of blood in the stool. 

  Health

  Jul 1
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• First Canada grocery benefit payment arrives this week

  Previously known as the HST/GST credit, the CGEB program was announced by Prime Minister Mark Carney on Jan. 26, 2026 in an effort to support Canadians.

  Consumer

  Jul 1
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• Canada Day fireworks and pets: How to keep your furry friend safe

  While Canada Day can be the perfect time to spend some time with loved ones, including pets, your furry friends might need some extra love and attention during fireworks.

  Canada

  Jul 1
• Canada Day 2026: National evening show cancelled due to weather, conditions

  The evening show portion of the national ceremony at Ottawa’s LeBreton Flats Park had to be cancelled early Wednesday evening due to extreme weather and the conditions of the site.

  Canada

  Jul 1
• Canada to compete in Eurovision song contest in 2027

  Eurovision participation is not strictly limited to geographic Europe but instead to members of the EBU, a broadcasting alliance that includes countries beyond the continent.

  Entertainment

  Jul 1
• U.S. won’t renew CUSMA in current form, trade rep says

  CUSMA remains in place unless one of the partners gives six months' notice that it is pulling out. Canada and Mexico both have indicated they want to keep the deal in place.

  Economy

  Jul 1
• WATCH: Global National – July 1

  Watch the full broadcast of Global National with Dawna Friesen

  News

  Jun 30