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Supreme Court to hear challenge of law clearing path for Ontario Place redevelopment
The Supreme Court of Canada plans to hear arguments Wednesday from a coalition challenging the constitutionality of legislation that smooths the way for major changes at Ontario Place. The Crown and Ontario's attorney general are urging the court to dismiss the case.
Thursday briefing: Thanks to an erratic Trump, peace in Ukraine is still far away
In today's newsletter: As Russia resists a ceasefire and Trump's shifting priorities unsettle allies, an end to the conflict isn't getting any closerGood morning. In his usual asinine unconventional approach to international relations, Donald Trump announced on Sunday (via Truth Social, how else) an "ENERGY CEASEFIRE in the War between Russia and Ukraine", apparently without checking with either side. Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who said any such deal was "news to me," nonetheless declared he was "ready and we will accept it". Vladimir Putin responded by blowing up some Ukrainian power plants.This has been the tenor of much diplomacy during Trump's tenure: false starts, U-turns, incoherent positions (and some playful flirting with Vlad). Meanwhile fighting continues, and America's allies attempt to manage the fallout. Andy Burnham hosted Zelenskyy at Downing Street yesterday, stating the UK is doubling down on its support for Ukraine, and pointedly calling on others to "follow suit".UK | Sally Rooney has said she is being forced to withdraw her books from sale in the UK because of her support for the banned organisation Palestine Action.Gaza | Israel is refusing to allow a key military outpost project for Donald Trump's Board of Peace to proceed in Gaza, the Guardian has learned.EU | Britain will benefit from much closer trading relations with the EU even if that means giving up its ability to negotiate free trade agreements, the Scotland secretary has said.Ukraine | Ukraine's military has suddenly had its access to Starlink satellite internet terminals restricted as the Trump administration has increased pressure on Ukraine to immediately halt long-range strikes on Russia's oil industry.Vaccine | Guinea-Bissau has not approved the controversial hepatitis B study in newborns that would be funded by the US government and private partners, the African country's minister of health said. Continue reading...
Trump says Pentagon won't livestream execution of Fort Hood shooter after backlash
President Donald Trump said Thursday that the Pentagon will no longer livestream the firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan, after the announcement faced bipartisan criticism and Vice President JD Vance said he wouldn't watch it.Trump said on social media that publicly airing the execution "might have been a strong deterrent for the World to witness how America deals with Terrorists and SCUM like Hasan.”But, he continued, "any very good and well meaning people would rather not watch him die, through streaming, or through any other visual device."The Pentagon has said Hasan's execution is scheduled for Dec. 3. Trump said the execution can be viewed in person by immediate families of the victims, "if they so choose." Trump Administration Oct 10 Trump says he'll decide whether to livestream the execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan Pentagon Oct 8 Firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter will be livestreamed, Pentagon says Gun Violence Oct 5 Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan will be executed by firing squad on Dec. 3 The announcement earlier this month from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth that Hasan's execution would be public — and subsequent confirmation from the Pentagon that it would be livestreamed — prompted significant blowback from both Republicans and Democrats, with many pointing out that the images could be used to fuel radicalization.The Pentagon on Thursday declined to elaborate beyond Trump’s statement.When asked how the public execution comported with his Christian faith earlier this month, Vance said "I don't know that that's actually going to happen.""So whatever the controversy is about the method of the execution, I hope that people don't forget that this is a guy who brutally murdered a lot of innocent people," Vance said, adding: "Now, that said, I mean, look, if it's ultimately livestreamed, I'm not going to be watching it."Vance is Catholic, and the church has long opposed capital punishment. The head of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops had condemned the Trump administration's decision to livestream Hasan's execution, with Archbishop Paul S. Coakley saying the move was a "barbaric promotion of a culture of death and must be reconsidered."Other top Republicans, including House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., voiced similar sentiments.For his part, the president has defended his decision to approve the use of a firing squad, but had for days distanced himself from Hegseth’s announcement that it would be public.“Well, they're making a determination about that," Trump said Friday when asked about the livestream. As for Hasan and the method of execution, Trump said then: "He will be killed. He will be, through firing squad. I really don't care how he goes, as long as he goes. And I think the death penalty is a very worthy way of going for him."Hasan, an Army psychiatrist who held the rank of major, walked into a medical building on Nov. 5, 2009, where soldiers were waiting in long lines to receive immunizations and medical clearance for deployment. He shouted "Allahu akbar" — Arabic for "God is great!" — and opened fire with a laser-sighted handgun. He also shot at the backs of soldiers fleeing toward the parking lot.Hasan said it was an effort to stop them from going to Afghanistan and killing his fellow Muslims. A military judge barred him from presenting that as a defense during his 2013 trial. Hasan was left paralyzed from the waist down after being shot in the back by law enforcement, and he now uses a wheelchair.Hasan could seek a lengthy delay of his execution, though given his behavior at trial, he may not want to.The U.S. military hasn't executed a service member by firing squad since World War II. The last military execution took place on April 13, 1961, when Army Pvt. John Bennett was executed by hanging.___Associated Press writer Konstantin Toropin contributed to this report.
Red flag warning in effect. Here's when and where to expect strong gusts
A red flag warning went into effect Thursday morning for parts of Los Angeles County with Santa Ana winds expected to gain strength late this week.The high fire danger warning for the Malibu coast and Santa Monica Mountains will be in effect from 6 a.m. Wednesday until 10 p.m. Friday due to strong Santa Ana winds, low humidity and high temperatures. The red flag warning extends to the San Fernando Valley, Santa Clarita and the Ventura County mountains. Southern California 21 hours ago Some SoCal residents may lose power as region goes under red flag warning Decision 2026 Oct 14 Fact-checking the LA mayoral debate between Karen Bass and Nithya Raman “We’ve got hot, dry and windy weather through Saturday,” said NBC4 meteorologist Belen De Leon. “This area of high pressure is bringing in these winds, this dry air, and funneling it straight to our coastline.” Expect wind gusts of 40 to 50 mph with isolated gusts up to 60 mph in coastal hills and 70 mph in mountain areas. Temperatures will reached the upper 80s and 90s with low humidity.The conditions increase the possibility of rapidly spreading brush fires.This map shows wind-prone areas in Southern California.Winds ramp up Thursday morning with gusts up to 20 and 30 mph in typical Santa Ana wind-prone locations. Wind speeds will pick up into the afternoon. On Friday, winds remain strong before a lull Friday evening. In addition to strong winds, temperatures will warm Thursday through Saturday. Expect temperatures in the 80s and 90s along the coast and in the Los Angeles basin.Temperatures in some areas will be 15 to 20 degrees above normal.This map shows wind-prone areas in Southern California.Southern California fire agencies and emergency-preparedness officials were on heightened alert. Los Angeles city and county fire departments are increasing staffing and pre-positioning additional ground and aerial resources.The county’s Emergency Operations Center and Joint Information Center, were activated Thursday morning.“Ahead of the high fire danger, the county of Los Angeles Fire Department has pre-positioned additional personnel along with ground and aerial resources across Los Angeles County,” county Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone said. “With strong winds capable of driving rapid wildfire growth, we urge residents to prepare immediately. Review the Ready! Set! Go! program, identify your evacuation zone, and be prepared to evacuate without delay.”Gov. Gavin Newsom also directed Cal Fire and the state Office ofEmergency Services to pre-position resources in Southern California ahead ofthe Santa Ana winds.Southern California Edison has notified the city of potential public safety power shutoffs affecting the Cuthbert, Galahad, Maguire and Merlin circuits in central and western Malibu. Residents are urged to check to see if their address will be subject to potential outages and monitor SCE notifications.Preparing for high fire dangerThe following information was provided by the Los Angeles County Fire Department, Sheriff’s Department and Office of Emergency Management.Know your zone and evacuation plan. Find your evacuation zone at protect.genasys.com or by downloading the Genasys mobile app. Identify more than one route out of your neighborhood, a place to go and transportation for everyone in your household. Include pets and service animals. Keep your vehicle fueled or charged and know how to open your garage door during a power outage.Residents in a high-risk fire zone should have supplies, including water and daily medication, and important personal items, packed and ready to go.Understand evacuation instructions. An evacuation warning means there is a potential threat to life or property: prepare to leave. People who need extra time or assistance, and those evacuating large animals, should leave when a warning is issued. An evacuation order means there is an immediate threat: leave immediately. If you feel unsafe or see a fire threatening your area, do not wait for an official alert to leave.Use more than one source of information. Register for Alert LA County and your city's emergency notification system. Enable Wireless Emergency Alerts on your phone, keep devices and backup batteries charged, and keep alert sounds audible overnight. Third-party resources such as Watch Duty can also be reliable sources of information in the event of an emergency and also provide critical updates in the event of a fire.Have a battery-powered radio available in case electricity, cellular service or internet access is disrupted. Check lacounty.gov/emergency for incident information and evacuation updates.Plan for assistance and medical needs. Older adults, people with disabilities and anyone who needs help evacuating should coordinate now with family, caregivers or neighbors. Pack medications, essential documents, medical supplies and mobility aids. If you rely on electrically powered medical equipment or refrigerated medication, discuss a backup plan with your provider before an outage occurs.Prepare for power outages. Sign up for your utility's outage and Public Safety Power Shutoff notifications. Have flashlights, batteries, drinking water and essential supplies ready. Use generators outdoors, away from doors and windows, and never indoors or in a garage. Stay away from downed power lines and call 911 to report an immediate hazard.Have your Ready! Set! Go! Wildfire Action Plan in place. Avoid activities that could produce sparks near dry vegetation during critical fire weather. Follow local fire restrictions, secure loose outdoor items and review the Fire Department's Ready! Set! Go! program for additional guidance.Please refrain from parking on narrow roads, sharp curves, hairpin turns, and key intersection areas where parked vehicles can block access for emergency responders and trap residents during an evacuation.
Australia 24-22 New Zealand: men's Rugby League World Cup – live reaction
Kangaroos snatch victory from Kiwis in opener at Allianz Stadium Any thoughts? Get in touch with an emailTonight's referee is Adam Gee, the man in the middle of the recent NRL grand final. He excelled quietly on that occasion and the big match rewards keep flowing his direction.The 2026 men's RLWC features ten teams. Eight of these qualified via their performances at the last world cup, back in 2022. That is: Australia, New Zealand, England, Samoa, Tonga, Fiji, PNG, and Lebanon. The first seven countries in that list also happen to be the top seven on the IRL rankings; Lebanon are a lowly 23rd.The remaining qualifiers, France and Cook Islands, won regional playoffs. Cook Islands are ranked eighth in the world, by the way, France recently held that position but have slipped to 11th. In other words, the cream of the crop will be on display.The tournament will be played under NRL rules, including six players on the interchange bench with up to four to be used.The ten teams have been distributed into three pools.Pool A contains Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, and Cook Islands. The top two from this group qualify for the semi-finals.The teams in Pool B (England, Samoa, Lebanon) play the teams in Pool C (Tonga, PNG, France) with the top two on a combined group table qualifying for the semi-finals.The winner of Pool A takes on the runner-up from Pool B&C in Sydney.The winner of Pool B&C takes on the runner-up from Pool A in Newcastle.The world cup final is in Brisbane on 15 November.The group phase will take place over the following three weekends. After tonight, remaining matches will be staged only on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday.The fourth weekend will feature the semi-finals, with the final wrapping up proceedings the following Sunday.10 locations will host matches. Eight of these are in Australia: Sydney (Allianz Arena), Sydney (Commbank Arena), Brisbane, Newcastle, Gold Coast, Townsville, Wollongong, and Perth; while Port Moresby will host two Papua New Guinea matches, and Christchurch will stage one New Zealand fixture. Continue reading...
Alleged Tumbler Ridge shooting co-conspirator James Cody Bryant indicted by grand jury
A grand jury in Washington state has indicted an alleged co-conspirator in the Tumbler Ridge, B.C., mass shooting. The indictment of 30-year-old James Bryant for conspiracy to murder persons in a foreign country means there is probable cause for prosecutors to pursue the case.
Trump cancels plan to livestream execution after global condemnation
Soldier who killed 13 people in 2009 will still be executed, but president said 'people would rather not watch him die'Donald Trump has shelved a widely condemned plan to livestream the execution of Nidal Malik Hasan, who was convicted of killing 13 people at a military base at Fort Hood in Texas in 2009.In a social media post on Thursday, Trump argued that broadcasting such an execution "might have been a strong deterrent for the World to witness how America deals with Terrorists and SCUM like Hasan" but said that "many very good and well meaning people would rather not watch him die, through streaming, or through any other visual device". Continue reading...
‘Why should I choose Alberta?’: Referendum questions on immigration could leave businesses short of workers, observers say
Amid a national push to build major infrastructure projects, some say it's not the time for Alberta to be creating uncertainty for newcomers
Carney to attend pro-Canada rally in Calgary as Alberta races toward referendum vote - CityNews Montreal
Carney to attend pro-Canada rally in Calgary as Alberta races toward referendum vote  CityNews Montreal
Why Six Flags might not be liable for teacher’s deadly plunge from ‘Goliath’ coaster
If investigators determine Six Flags followed local codes and regulations to the letter of the law, Adamson said there's a world in which the park wouldn't be liable for Hassan Kariem's death.
On TV
Grey's Anatomy — 23x1: "Collide" (ABC)
The Diplomat — 4x1: "Windsor" (Netflix)
On an unplanned stopover at Windsor Castle, Kate grows wary of Hal and Grace's dynamic as she tries to contain the fallout from their covert actions.
Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent — 4x4: "True Patriot Love" (Citytv)
Law & Order — 26x2: "Into the Mystic" (NBC)
Price and Walker are forced off a high-stakes case when their connection to a murder suspect creates a conflict of interest. Baxter faces mounting pressure when a key witness for the prosecution suddenly changes their story.
The Diplomat — 4x2: "Redcoats" (Netflix)
A shocking security breach sends the administration into crisis as Hal assumes new duties. Trowbridge launches a manhunt, and Kate looks to the future.
The Diplomat — 4x3: "The Typo" (Netflix)
A budgetary snag threatens to torpedo negotiations, with costly implications for the US. Stuart and Eidra get personal as they weigh their next move.
The Diplomat — 4x4: "Pagliacci" (Netflix)
After Hal drops a bombshell that throws the UK alliance into jeopardy, Kate faces mounting pressure to control the damage by any means necessary.
The Diplomat — 4x5: "Special Envoy" (Netflix)
Kate contends with her complicity in a stunning political shake-up, while a disenchanted Todd explores his options across the pond.
The Diplomat — 4x6: "The Dead" (Netflix)
When a dangerous adversary makes its move, Grace issues a hard-line threat to the prime minister, forcing Kate to reckon with her role as the messenger.
The Diplomat — 4x7: "Phony Negroni" (Netflix)
Personal and political lives collide — and damaging secrets surface — when Kate and Hal join Grace and Todd in Italy ahead of the G7 summit.
The Diplomat — 4x8: "Warships" (Netflix)
At a meeting of world leaders, a diplomatic breakdown edges the US closer to an international crisis — and compels Kate to make a seismic decision.
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Falcon 9 Block 5 | USSF-481 — SpaceX (23:44 UTC)
A classified mission for the United States Space Force. It is possibly a batch of classified LEO satellites based on SpaceX’s Starshield satellite bus, based on locations of ascent rocket stage drop zones being fits with previous SDA Transport Layer launches.
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Greece's national anthem has 158 verses.

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Today In History
879 — Boso Proclaimed King of Provence
In 879, Boso, a Frankish nobleman, convoked the bishops of Provence and had them proclaim him their king. This was an important event in the history of the region, as it established Boso as a regional ruler separate from the Carolingian Empire.
2018 — Death of Microsoft Co-Founder Paul Allen
American investor and philanthropist Paul Allen, who cofounded Microsoft, died at age 65
2003 — China Launches First Crewed Spaceflight, Shenzhou 5
China became the third country to launch a crewed spaceflight when Shenzhou 5, piloted by Yang Liwei, orbited Earth 14 times during a 21-hour mission in 2003.
1993 — Nelson Mandela and F.W. de Klerk Awarded Nobel Peace Prize
South Africans Nelson Mandela and F.W. de Klerk were named the recipients of the Nobel Peace Prize "for their work for the peaceful termination of the apartheid regime, and for laying the foundations for a new democratic South Africa." How much do you know about the Nobel Prize? David Levenson—
1987 — 1987 Burkina Faso Coup Overthrows Thomas Sankara
A military coup in Burkina Faso overthrew head of state Thomas Sankara, killing him and eight others
1969 — Assassination of Somali President Abdirashid Ali Shermarke
President Cabdirashiid Cali Shermaʾarke (Abdirashid Ali Shermarke) of Somalia was assassinated
1966 — Founding of the Black Panther Party
Huey P. Newton and Bobby Seale founded the Black Panther Party in 1966 with the mission of protecting African Americans from police brutality. The party later evolved into a Marxist revolutionary group that called for the arming of all African Americans and the release of Black individuals from jail.
1959 — Final conference on Antarctic Treaty
On this day in 1959 a final conference on the Antarctic Treaty convened in Washington, D.C., and, after six weeks of negotiations, the treaty was signed by 12 countries, preserving the continent for free scientific study
1951 — Debut of I Love Lucy Sitcom
The first episode of I Love Lucy aired on American television; the comedy series—which starred Lucille Ball and her real-life husband, Desi Arnaz—became a classic.Read our list of 10 of the best American sitcoms MPI/Archive Photos/Getty Images
1940 — Charlie Chaplin's The Great Dictator Premieres in NYC
The comedy classic The Great Dictator premiered in New York City; Charlie Chaplin's biggest box-office success, it satirized Adolf Hitler and Nazism and condemned anti-Semitism
1934 — Chinese Communists Begin the Long March
In 1934, the Chinese communists, led by Mao Zedong, began the Long March - a 6,000-mile trek that relocated the communist revolutionary base from southeast China to northwest China. This event cemented Mao's leadership of the Chinese Communist Party.
1928 — Graf Zeppelin's First Transatlantic Flight
Some four days after leaving Germany, the Graf Zeppelin landed in Lakehurst, New Jersey, completing its first transatlantic trip
1917 — Execution of Mata Hari, Accused German Spy
Dutch dancer and courtesan Mata Hariwas executed by the French near Paris, charged with spying for Germany during World War I
1844 — Birth of Philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche in Prussia (1844)
Classical scholar and philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche, one of the most influential of all modern thinkers, was born in Prussia
1839 — Queen Victoria's Engagement to Prince Albert
In 1839, the young Queen Victoria of England became engaged to her cousin, Prince Albert, after being encouraged by her uncle Leopold. This marked a significant event in British royal history.
-70 — Birth of Roman Poet Virgil in Mantua, 70 BCE
Virgil, the Roman poet best known for his national epic, the Aeneid, was born near Mantua

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