A 70-year-old man has died in a Canada Day boating accident on Aylesford Lake in Nova Scotia's Kings County, RCMP say, while the search continues for a second missing boater. 

https://globalnews.ca/news/11950044/fatal-boating-accident-aylesford-lake/

#globalmontreal

As the United States heads into a milestone July 4 holiday this weekend, parts of the Northeast are preparing for hazardous levels of heat.

https://www.upi.com/Top_News/US/2026/07/02/northeast-braces-for-record-heat-wave/8271783004268/

#upiasia

Boston put itself in the international spotlight when it returned the strongest Leave vote in the EU referendum in June 2016.

https://www.lincolnshireworld.com/news/people/what-international-journalists-covering-10-years-of-brexit-thought-of-boston-8775197

#marketrasenmail

One minute you’re waiting for planning permission to be approved; the next you’ve got holes in your walls, a full skip on your driveway and you're wearing ear defenders whilst working from home.

https://www.worksopguardian.co.uk/news/opinion/renovation-column-surviving-in-a-sci-fi-inspired-building-site-8775415

#dinningtontoday

Contrary to popular belief, recent data reveal mall traffic is rising. Why, then, are traditional retailers struggling, as yet another iconic 2000s and 2010s fashion brand silently closes locations? April 2026 mall traffic grew year over year across all formats — “an impressive performance given ...

https://www.thestreet.com/retail/iconic-mall-retailer-vera-bradley-quietly-closes-13-stores

#mainstreet

NEW YORK, N.Y., July 2, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- HitPaw, a leading innovator in AI-powered multimedia solutions, today announced the release of HitPaw VikPea V5.4.0, the latest upgrade to its AI video enhancement and creation platform. This version introduces an all-new AI Video Stylization feature, smarter Face Tracking Beauty, expanded video import capabilities, and several core AI model improvements, making professional-quality video enhancement and creation faster, easier, and more accessible than ever.

https://www.send2press.com/wire/hitpaw-launches-vikpea-v5-4-0-with-new-ai-video-stylization-face-tracking-beauty-and-smart-import/

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Rich Paul and LeBron will be hearing from any and all interested suitors in the coming days, so here's how every team can make its best case

https://www.cbssports.com/nba/news/lebron-james-pitch-rankings-free-agency-meetings/

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England fans face huge prices to try and secure a spot at the World Cup last-16 clash at the iconic Estadio Azteca

https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/mexico-england-tickets-price-world-cup-2026-b3007646.html

Uživo: Švajcarska – Srbija, pratite sva dešavanja na portalu Telegraf Sport.

https://www.telegraf.rs/sport/kosarka/4353192-svajcarska-srbija-prenos-uzivo-fiba-kvalifikacije-za-svetsko-prvenstvo

#Telegraf

Stay up to date on the latest AI technology advancements and learn about the challenges and opportunities AI presents now and for the future.

https://www.foxnews.com/tech/ai-newsletter-american-manufacturer-says-ai-creating-jobs-not-replacing-them

A social media post by the town of Lynn Lake says that the nearby blaze remains active, and that crews continue to suppress remaining hot spots.

https://globalnews.ca/news/11950289/manitoba-lynn-lake-return-home-after-wildfire-evacuation/

#globalsaskatoon

Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal are set to face off against Luka Modrić and Croatia in the final World Cup game to be played in Toronto. 

https://globalnews.ca/news/11949909/toronto-fifa-world-cup-broadcast-nathan-phillips-square-cancelled/

#inews880

Liepos 6-oji – viena svarbiausių Lietuvos valstybinių švenčių. Valstybės (Lietuvos karaliaus Mindaugo karūnavimo) ir Tautiškos giesmės diena kasmet suburia tūkstančius žmonių miestų aikštėse, piliakalniuose, dvaruose ir pajūryje. Tai diena, kai istorija susitinka su kultūra, o vakare visa Lietuva vieningai gieda „Tautišką giesmę“. Jeigu dar svarstote, kur šiemet praleisti Mindaugines, pateikiame vietas ir renginius, kurie leis […]The post Kur ir kaip praleisti ilgąjį šventinį savaitgalį? Įspūdingiausios vietos ir renginiai Valstybės dienai appeared...

https://sekunde.lt/kur-ir-kaip-praleisti-ilgaji-sventini-savaitgali-ispudingiausios-vietos-ir-renginiai-valstybes-dienai/

#Sekunde

Everyone gave Bryce Underwood the required leeway last season because of his true freshman status. However, the Michigan fanbase wants their QB1 to take a step forward next campaign. They didn’t get signs of that during UM’s spring game. Underwood was sacked multiple times and threw some bad passes. With fall camp inching close, the […]The post “Critical for Him”: Michigan’s Bryce Underwood Receives Career Warning From Draft Insider appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/ncaa-college-football-news-critical-for-him-michigans-bryce-underwood-receives-career-warning-from-draft-insider-todd-mcshay/

A dad has launched an appeal after a collision in Hollingwood involving a bicycle and car.

https://www.derbyshiretimes.co.uk/news/people/video-shows-boy-10-involved-in-horrifying-collision-at-dangerous-chesterfield-junction-as-dad-launches-appeal-8774724

#derbyshiretimes

After his fifth-place finish in the finals at the Paris Olympics in 2024, many questioned whether Marcell Jacobs could ever return to his Olympic champion-level calibre. Two years later, the Tokyo Olympic gold medallist has surpassed his best version by becoming the second-fastest man ever under all conditions. Marcell Jacobs left all the doubts behind! […]The post Ex-Olympic Champion Erases 18-Year-Old American Record to Become Second Best to Usain Bolt appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/olympics-news-track-and-field-news-ex-olympic-champion-erases-eighteen-year-old-american-record-to-become-second-best-to-usain-bolt/

Round of 32 action continues Thursday with three key matches, dominated by European powerhouses.

https://news.sportsinteraction.com/soccer/fifa-world-cup/story/fifa-world-cup-betting-parlay-picks-for-july-2-spain-vies-for-a-fourth-straight-clean-sheet-370869

The government had initially said it would not relax licensing laws further than they already have been for the World Cup.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c1kyr8747m9o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

#BBC

The Minister of State for Education, Professor Suwaiba Ahmad, has said the outcome of the ongoing 2026 National Learning Assessment (NLA)...The post 2026 national learning assessment to shape education policy — Minister appeared first on Tribune Online.

https://tribuneonlineng.com/2026-national-learning-assessment-to-shape-education-policy-minister/

#tribune

In his address, Starmer said the state had failed those affected by denying many women genuine choice and separating children from their birth families.The post UK apologises to victims of forced adoption, to pay £4m package  appeared first on Tribune Online.

https://tribuneonlineng.com/uk-apologises-to-victims-of-forced-adoption-to-pay-4m-package/

#tribune

Ağrı merkezli 7 ilde düzenlenen sahte yedek parça operasyonunda gözaltına alınan 7 şüpheliden 5'i tutuklandı. Şüphelilerin hesaplarında 17 milyon TL para hareketliliği tespit edildi.

https://www.haberler.com/guncel/sahte-yedek-parca-operasyonunda-5-tutuklama-20013146-haberi/

#Haberler.com

The Ibrox side are targeting the Partizan Belgrade captain but we understand it won't impact a potential move for Ferguson

https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/football/football-transfer-news/rangers-could-land-incredible-midfield-37379122

He was also accused of not being in possession of an appropriate air crew licence and other offences in Fife and at Edinburgh Airport.

https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/local-news/pilot-appears-court-after-flying-37379167

Alex de Minaur has won his second round match in straight sets while fellow Aussie Maya Joint is attempting to follow her win over Serena Williams as she battles Alexandra Eala on the No.3 court at Wimbledon tonight. Follow along for live updates, news and reactions.

https://www.smh.com.au/sport/tennis/wimbledon-2026-live-alex-de-minaur-in-action-against-adrian-mannarino-maya-joint-looks-to-continue-strong-run-vs-seeded-alexandra-eala-20260702-p60byk.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport

Two men have been arrested in Sydney after allegedly defrauding an 88-year-old man of $600,000.

https://www.theage.com.au/national/elderly-man-loses-600-000-to-alleged-scammers-20260702-p60bx1.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Skills minister Baroness Jacqui Smith said young people needed to go to school despite the World Cup match on Monday morning

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/england-mexico-world-cup-school-opening-b3007407.html

HE was an acquaintance of Brian Clough and his work as a match official has taken him from local parks to the top flight of English football.

https://www.derbyshiretimes.co.uk/sport/football/outstanding-contribution-award-a-deserved-result-for-derbyshire-refereeing-official-jeff-wheatley-8774059

#ilkestonadvertiser

England manager Thomas Tuchel has urged parents to allow their children to watch the Three Lions’ next World Cup match against Mexico at 1am BST.

https://www.independent.co.uk/tv/sport/england-mexico-thomas-tuchel-children-video-b3007409.html

#independent

England’s captain inspired a DR Congo comeback to book a blockbuster last 16 tie in Mexico City with a unique and daunting test for Thomas Tuchel’s side

https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/england-mexico-live-world-cup-dr-congo-updates-kane-b3007350.html

#independent

Despite the boost, Mr Burnham is still set to face a vast number of difficult decisions, including filling a black hole in the government’s defence plans worth up to £15bn

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/andy-burnham-iran-war-economy-public-finances-b3007395.html

#independent

Police say videos show Bengaluru creche workers locking toddlers inside washing machines to frighten them and hosing them down with toilet jet sprays

https://www.independent.co.uk/asia/india/bengaluru-capgemini-creche-kids-washing-machine-b3007336.html

#independent

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

https://globalnews.ca/news/11949853/russian-attack-kyiv-17-killed-ukraine-attacks-russia-oil/

#globalnews