Global News Toronto
France elections: Far right seeks to ride momentum of 1st round success
France’s National Rally and opponents await the final outcome of legislative elections after an indecisive first round. The far-right party could secure a majority in the next round, potentially forming France’s first far-right government since WWII. However, opponents aim to block this, fearing the party’s anti-immigration agenda and historical ties to Russia.
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BBC.com
Mistrial in Karen Read case over killing police boyfriend
Karen Read, accused of killing her boyfriend by running him over, faces mistrial as jurors fail to reach a verdict after days of deliberation. Supporters rally outside court as defence claims boyfriend was killed inside a party and Read framed. Prosecutors plan to retry the case. Allegations of a cover-up and conspiracy theories emerge during trial. Next steps set for July 22.
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CTV News
Upstate NY plane crash: 5 dead after baseball tournament
A family of five from Georgia died in a plane crash in Masonville, N.Y., while returning from a baseball tournament in Cooperstown. The victims were identified as Roger Beggs, Laura Van Epps, Ryan Van Epps, James Van Epps, and Harrison Van Epps. The single-engine Piper PA-46 crashed after taking off from Oneonta. Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash.
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Al Jazeera English
Hurricane Beryl strengthens into potentially catastrophic storm
Hurricane Beryl, the earliest Category 4 storm ever reported, intensified into a potentially catastrophic Category 5 storm, heading towards Jamaica after hitting Carriacou in Grenada. The storm caused power outages, house damage, and flooding in the southeastern Caribbean. One fatality was reported in Grenada. Climate change is believed to have contributed to the storm’s rapid formation.
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CTV News
What to know about the Supreme Court immunity ruling in Trump’s 2020 election interference case
The Supreme Court’s ruling in Trump’s 2020 election interference case means he won’t face trial before the election. The court didn’t dismiss the indictment but granted immunity for some official acts. Further analysis is needed on allegations like pressuring Pence and fake electors scheme. Liberal justices criticized the ruling. Trump’s other cases likely won’t go to trial before the election.