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Federal government rejects Billy Bishop airport expansion
The federal government has formally rejected the Ontario government's proposal to expand Toronto's Billy Bishop City Airport to accommodate jet aircraft.
TV Director Ralph W. Hemecker Dies at 65
Ralph W. Hemecker, a veteran television director, writer, and producer whose career spanned more than three decades, has died. He was 65.
Modi's Instagram Reel Sets Record, Announces Paper Leak Law
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced plans for stricter legislation to combat exam paper leaks in a late-night Instagram video on July 23, 2026, a message that quickly became the most-viewed reel in the platform's hist...
WWE SmackDown July 24 Punk vs Rhodes Face-Off
Tensions escalated on the road to WWE SummerSlam during the July 24 episode of Friday Night SmackDown, broadcast live from the Oakland Arena in Oakland, California.
U.S. disables merchant ship breaching Iran blockade
The United States and Iran exchanged military strikes for a thirteenth consecutive night on Friday, July 24, 2026, with no sign of de-escalation as both sides targeted commercial shipping and military installations acros...
Four private advanced reactors reach criticality
President Donald Trump announced on July 24, 2026, that four privately funded advanced nuclear reactors have reached criticality, marking a significant milestone for the U.S. civilian nuclear energy sector.
LeBron joins 76ers as Bronny's Lakers stay uncertain
LeBron James has agreed to a two-year, $8 million contract with the Philadelphia 76ers, ending his six-year tenure with the Los Angeles Lakers and concluding a historic two-season run playing alongside his son, Bronny Ja...
U.S. launches Section 301 investigation of EU digital rules
The Trump administration has launched a major new trade investigation targeting the European Union and imposed a fresh set of tariffs on dozens of countries, signaling a sharp escalation in U.S. trade policy.
UFC Fight Night Abu Dhabi Features Ankalaev vs Guskov
The UFC returns to Abu Dhabi this Saturday, July 25, 2026, for a Fight Night event headlined by a pivotal light heavyweight clash between former champion Magomed Ankalaev and surging contender Bogdan Guskov.
Trump orders temporary warning signs at Smithsonian
President Donald Trump ordered the installation of temporary warning signs outside the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History on Friday, July 24, 2026, escalating a long-running dispute over how American histo...
World No.1 Sinner and Djokovic withdraw from Montreal Open
The world's top two ranked men's tennis players, Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic, have withdrawn from the upcoming National Bank Open in Montreal, tournament officials announced on Friday, July 24.
Netflix nearly pulled Michael Jackson docuseries
A controversial documentary series about Michael Jackson's 2005 criminal trial was nearly pulled by Netflix just days before its scheduled release, according to a report published on July 24, 2026.
UN human rights chief Volker Türk reelected for second term
Volker Türk, the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, was reelected to a second four-year term on July 24, 2026, despite significant opposition from the United States, Israel, and several other nations.
Sarah Ferguson's charity dissolved after Epstein probe
Sarah Ferguson's charitable organization, Sarah's Trust, has been formally dissolved following months of scrutiny over her past association with the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Hurricane Fausto, a Category 2 storm, expected near Hawaii
A major hurricane in the Pacific Ocean is forecast to approach the Hawaiian Islands next week, bringing the threat of dangerous surf, rip currents, and potential wind and rain impacts.
Chicago Fire adds DaVinchi as series regular for season 15
The long-running NBC drama "Chicago Fire" has added actor DaVinchi as a new series regular for its upcoming 15th season, continuing a period of transition for the hit procedural. DaVinchi, whose real name is Abraham D.
Heidi Klum shares topless beach video with potato chip bag
Model and television personality Heidi Klum shared a series of topless beach videos on Instagram on July 23, using a bag of potato chips from her own snack collaboration to creatively cover her chest.
AI chip startup Etched raises $300M, valued at $10.3B
AI chip startup Etched has raised $300 million in a Series C funding round, valuing the company at $10.3 billion, more than double its valuation from December.
Simone Biles Undergoes Procedure After June Health Scare
Olympic gymnastics champion Simone Biles revealed on Thursday, July 23, 2026, that she recently underwent an undisclosed medical procedure, marking the latest step in her recovery from a serious health scare she experien...
Texas flood death toll reaches three as governor surveys
A third person has died in catastrophic flooding that has ravaged parts of Texas, Governor Greg Abbott confirmed on Friday, July 24, 2026.
