First Nations say they're being disrespected as tension rises with Thunder Bay police over missing persons

Tensions are rising between First Nation leaders and police in Thunder Bay, Ont., following several recent high-profile missing persons cases in the city. Indigenous leaders say the role of searchers from their communities is being disregarded, while the local police chief has warned against the spread of "inaccurate or incomplete information."
Israeli and Russian forces added to UN's annual blacklist documenting sexual violence in conflict

An annual United Nations report documenting sexual violence in conflicts worldwide has included Israeli forces for the first time since the review began more than 15 years ago for their treatment of Palestinian detainees. Israel denies the accusations.
Crews recover bodies of 6 workers in wake of Washington state chemical-tank rupture

Crews have recovered six of nine workers missing and presumed to be dead after a chemical tank rupture in Washington state, officials said Thursday.
Central Alberta wildfire spurs evacuation order for part of Barrhead County

A wildfire burning in Barrhead County, northwest of Edmonton, triggered an evacuation order for some parts of the municipality on Thursday afternoon.
Israeli PM says he's directed military to take more of Gaza under its control

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Thursday he had directed Israel's military to take more of Gaza, initially by seizing 70 per cent of the Palestinian territory, where the population is already penned into a tiny strip of land along the coast.
Former B.C. massage therapist convicted on 12 counts of sexual assault

A former British Columbia massage therapist with ties to White Rock, Surrey and Penticton has been convicted on a dozen counts of sexual assault over incidents dating back to 2001.
AI-generated film about Iranian resistance set to premiere at Tribeca Festival

Tribeca Festival is defending the inclusion of a full-length AI-generated movie in its lineup this year. Filmmakers Ash and Pooya Koosha used AI tools to create the movie at a cost of just $2,000 US.
Ferrari's first EV is panned by fans, but here's why that might not matter

Ferrari's new all-electric vehicle Luce, unveiled earlier this week, is pale blue, round and glassy, with enough room for the kids. But some supercar enthusiasts say the detour from Ferrari's classic design isn't progress — it's an insult.

