Kyiv removes historic Soviet symbols from Mother Ukraine Monument
WATCH: Construction workers in Kyiv finalized the replacement of Ukraine’s coat of arms on the Mother Ukraine Monument on Sunday, after facing delays earlier in the week.
Also see: https://globalnews.ca/news/9882307/russia-ukraine-pokrovsk/
Planning a wedding? What to do if your vendor backs out before your big day
WATCH: It's often the most special day in a person's life, the day they get married and after putting a lot of energy into planning, couples are looking forward to when the day arrives.
But when a vendor - whether it's a cake baker, a venue or a wedding dress maker - backs out it can turn your entire day upside-down and make the wedding planning process a nightmare.
Read more: https://globalnews.ca/news/9877779/wedding-tips-vendors-cancellations/
“Richcession” explained — will it save the economy from a full-blown downturn?
WATCH: Forecasters have had an eye out for a recession for months, but it has yet to happen as the Canadian economy has proven resilient in the face of high inflation and rising interest rates.
A string of high-profile tech layoffs, including at Google Canada, Dell and Shopify, have led experts to ask – is Canada in the midst of a “richcession”?
Read more: https://globalnews.ca/news/9875748/richcession-recession-economy-explainer/
What's driving up car prices to record levels in Canada?
WATCH: Buying a car is tougher than ever, as both new and used car prices are higher than ever. The average price of a new vehicle in Canada is now roughly $62,000, while a used one costs about $39,000 according to Auto-Trader.
Touria Izri explains what's fuelling high prices and low supply, how long some drivers have to wait to get a new automobile and what's created the pothole the auto industry is struggling to steer out of.
Read more: https://globalnews.ca/news/9878260/canada-vehicle-shortage-car-sales/
Red statue of Putin riding a tank appears in Rome playground
WATCH: A red statue of Russian President Vladimir Putin riding a tank appeared at a park playground in Rome, Italy on Thursday. The effigy was created to highlight what sculptor James Colomina says is Putin’s childish and dangerous behaviour amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.
Also see: https://globalnews.ca/news/9862739/russia-africa-summit-black-sea-grain-deal/
Vehicle thefts, robberies drive rise in Canadian crimes: StatCan
WATCH: New data from Statistics Canada shows vehicle thefts and robberies are driving a surge in number of crimes seen in Canada in 2022.
Sean Previl reports on what you should know, what else Statistics Canada found and how the federal government is reacting to the numbers.
Read more: https://globalnews.ca/news/9860239/vehicle-theft-robberies-2022-statistics-canada/
Mitch McConnell briefly freezes, is escorted away during news conference
WATCH: U.S. Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell briefly froze during remarks to reporters on Wednesday and was escorted away from the press conference.
After returning to the news conference, McConnell was asked by reporters if his absence was related to a concussion he sustained in March, when he was hospitalized for a few days after tripping and falling, and if he had anyone in mind to replace him when he is no longer leader. McConnell walked away without giving a clear answer.
Read more: https://globalnews.ca/news/9859049/mitch-mcconnell-freeze-press-conference-health/
Haunting drone video shows Greek island of Rhodes charred by wildfires
WATCH: Haunting drone footage of the Greek island of Rhodes on Thursday showed the coast, cliffs and land scorched by wildfires that have raged for more than a week and led to the mass evacuation of tourists.
While some buildings near Kiotari seemed to have been miraculously spared by the flames, others were totally destroyed and tourist resorts and hotels were now encircled by charred ground Although the blazes were less fierce on Rhodes on Wednesday firefighters were still battling fires close to a mountainous area south of the island.
Read more: https://globalnews.ca/news/9851905/greece-wildfire-rhodes-evacuations/
Huge construction crane in New York City crashes to street after catching fire
WATCH: The top portion of a construction crane caught fire and collapsed in Manhattan on Wednesday, injuring at least six people and snarling traffic during the morning rush hour, authorities and local media said. Firefighters and rescue personnel responded to the scene, blocking traffic in the surrounding streets and through the Lincoln Tunnel to New Jersey during rush hour.
Also see https://globalnews.ca/news/9827926/2021-kelowna-crane-collapse-lawsuit-deadly-defect/
Toronto police dog named Bingo shot dead during incident involving armed suspect
WATCH: Toronto Police Special Investigations Unit spokesperson Kristy Denette spoke to media on Wednesday, outlining an incident in which an officer shot at a suspect on Tuesday. During the incident, Denette said, one of their K9 service dogs named Bingo was shot and killed while searching for the armed suspect.
Read more: https://globalnews.ca/news/9857149/toronto-police-dog-bingo-shot-dead/
Paris 2024 Olympic Torch unveiled as France marks 1 year until opening ceremonies
WATCH: The Olympic torch for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games was unveiled Tuesday along the banks of the River Seine, as France marks one year until the opening ceremonies. The design of the Paris 2024 torch imitates the reflection of the Eiffel Tower on the surface of the Seine and conveys peaceful energy, its designer Mathieu Lehanneur said.
Also see: https://globalnews.ca/news/9716944/paris-olympics-2024-opening-ceremony-security/
Legendary singer Tony Bennett dead at 96
WATCH: Tony Bennett, the eminent and timeless musician whose devotion to classic American songs and knack for creating new standards such as I Left My Heart in San Francisco, died Friday at the age of 96.
Read more: https://globalnews.ca/news/9847566/tony-bennett-dead/
Alberta pilot latest killed in Canada's 'historic' wildfire season
WATCH: A pilot was killed in Alberta on Wednesday evening as he worked to help fight a wildfire near Peace River. He's the third wildfire fighter to be killed during what officials are calling a "historic" season for the fires. Sean Previl reports.
Read more: https://globalnews.ca/news/9845522/alberta-wildfire-tsb-helicopter-accident/
‘That’s horse manure’: Shoppers angry about soaring food prices as inflation sinks to 2.8%
WATCH: Despite Canada's inflation rate falling to 2.8 per cent, its lowest point since March 2021, mortgages and grocery prices are rising, keeping the country's cost of living high.
Touria Izri speaks with consumers frustrated about feeling squeezed, and the economists questioning the Bank of Canada's strategy to tame inflation.
Also see: https://globalnews.ca/news/9840121/food-inflation-june-black-sea-grain-deal/
Rent too high in Canada for minimum wage earners: report
WATCH: The cost of rent is far outpacing the rate of minimum wage in every province, according to a new report from the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives. Seán O'Shea looks at how wide that gap has become in some of Canada's most expensive cities, and the potential consequences this could have on the economy.
Also see: https://globalnews.ca/news/9837539/interest-rate-rental-market-crisis-ccpa/
Saved at sea: Stranded sailor and dog rescued after weeks adrift
WATCH: Australian sailor Tim Shaddock, 51, and his dog Bella are back safe and sound on dry land after being lost in the Pacific Ocean for weeks. Shaddock was attempting to sail about 6,000 km, from the Mexican city of La Paz to French Polynesia, when disaster forced him and his pet adrift.
Global's Mike Armstrong explains how the pair became stranded, yet survived against the odds while battling exhaustion, despair and hunger.
Read more: https://globalnews.ca/news/9836840/sailor-dog-survive-months-at-sea-tim-shaddock/
