The New York Times
Biden Drops Out of Race, Scrambling the Campaign for the White House
President Biden abruptly ends re-election campaign, backs VP Harris to lead Democrats against Trump. Biden cites party and country’s best interest in stepping down. Endorses Harris as nominee, urging unity to defeat Trump. Harris faces challenge to consolidate support and establish leadership in 100 days before election.
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CTV News
Israel shoots down a missile fired from Yemen hours after an Israeli strike on Houthi rebels
Israeli military intercepts missile from Yemen after airstrikes on Houthi targets in response to drone strike on Tel Aviv. Israeli forces strike Hodeidah port, a Houthi stronghold, using F-15 and F-35 warplanes. 80 wounded in strikes, escalating tensions in the region. Houthis claim responsibility for attacks on commercial shipping. Conflict in Yemen, involving Saudi-led coalition and Iran-backed groups, adds to regional instability. Iran accused of arming Houthis.
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Global News
Kamala Harris, endorsed by Biden, could become first woman to be president
Kamala Harris could be the first Black woman to lead a major party presidential ticket after Joe Biden endorsed her following his withdrawal from the race. Despite some party division, Harris is favored by many Democrats. Her career as a prosecutor and senator has faced scrutiny, but she aims to reassure the party of her ability to win the presidency. Harris has been a trailblazer in politics, advocating for women, young people, and voters of color.
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CityNews Toronto
Pilot killed in crash after releasing skydivers near Niagara Falls identified
Pilot Melanie Georger, 26, died in a skydiving flight near Niagara Falls. She was the sole occupant of the Cessna that crashed. Georger was working towards becoming a commercial pilot. The skydiving company, Skydive the Falls, declined to comment. The FAA confirmed the aircraft was a single-engine Cessna 208B. The NTSB will investigate the crash. Skydiver Jeffrey Walker expressed shock and gratitude for surviving.
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Rolling Stone
How J.D. Vance Went From Green Tech Investor to Climate Change Doubter
J.D. Vance, known for his shifting stances on climate change and energy, initially supported renewable energy but later backed coal-fired power plants and criticized clean energy initiatives. Despite past investments in clean energy, he now denounces such technologies and advocates for fossil fuel production. Critics attribute his change to political calculations and ties to the oil and gas industry, raising concerns among climate activists.