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N.L. reviewing shelved law aimed at problem properties
The Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods Act passed in 2007 but was never brought into force. The province says a comprehensive review is underway
2026 World Cup opens with bigger field and no clear favourite
The 48-team tournament begins Thursday in Mexico City, with co-host Canada set to stage its first men’s World Cup match Friday in Toronto
Kuwait reopens airspace after U.S. strikes in Iran; Israel warns of Lebanon launches
The alerts followed U.S. strikes on Iranian military sites, with Trump threatening more attacks after saying earlier that a deal was close
Nearly 3,000 patients a day in England face corridor care
Newly published figures show thousands were treated in corridors, side rooms, car parks or near wards without a bed in May
Thai woman faces murder charges in killing of U.S. diplomat in Myanmar
The American diplomat was found dead at a Yangon residence hotel near the U.S. Embassy; officials have released few details about the case
Wholesale prices jump 1.1% in May as energy costs surge
The producer price index rose faster than economists expected, lifting annual wholesale inflation to 6.5%, its highest rate since November 2022
Mis-Teeq reunite for Wembley show marking 25 years of debut album
The UK garage-era trio will play London’s Wembley Arena in September, with Alesha Dixon saying the comeback began in the group chat
Patrick Bruel placed under formal investigation for rape
The French singer and actor denies the allegations and was released under judicial supervision after two days in custody in Nanterre
GoPro faces survival pressure as losses, costs and competition mount
The action-camera maker is in lender talks and weighing strategic alternatives, including a possible sale or merger, after revenue declines and a first-quarter loss
World Cup marketing rush tests businesses in Toronto and Vancouver
Restaurants, hotels and major brands are spending on watch parties, fan zones and special menus, but the sales payoff may be uneven and short-lived