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By Staff The Canadian Press Posted May 24, 2026 9:49 am Updated May 24, 2026 9:53 am 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size Two teenagers lost their lives and two more were injured when their vehicle veered off the road in Saint-Georges-de-Windsor, in the Estrie region, early Saturday. Provincial police say the single-vehicle crash happened at around 1:30 a.m. Get breaking National news Get breaking Canada news delivered to your inbox as it happens so you won’t miss a trending story. Four occupants between the ages of 16 and 19 were in the vehicle and…

This is The Stepback, a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world. For more on AI mischief, follow Robert Hart. The Stepback arrives in our subscribers’ inboxes at 8AM ET. Opt in for The Stepback here.Hacking the first generation of AI chatbots was a laughably simple affair. You didn’t need any technical know-how, backdoor access, or even a basic understanding of what a large language model was. You didn’t need to code. To get an AI system that had cost billions to build to abandon its safety instructions, sometimes all you had to do was ask.These…

A next-generation coastal destination is truly taking shape in North Nha Trang NHA TRANG, Vietnam, May 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — North Nha Trang is experiencing a distinct geographical evolution, shifting the region’s social and tourism energy toward an open, integrated model of coastal living. Vega City Nha Trang has rapidly transitioned into an active coastal enclave where daily routines, local heritage, and a contemporary social rhythm coexist. Rather than measuring its success through rigid statistics, the destination’s appeal is best felt through its vibrant, undeniable pulse – a thriving popularity that has naturally earned it recognition from international media…

HONG KONG, May 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As economic and cultural exchanges between Vietnam and China deepen, the demand for high-quality, digital-intelligent Chinese education is surging. On May 23, 2026, Hong Kong-based NSK officially launches its flagship C-Lingo global solution. As a pioneer in autonomous Chinese learning, C-Lingo is committed to breaking geographical boundaries through its proprietary “Connected Learning” architecture, providing learners in Vietnam and across the world with a high-efficiency digital education path. AI-Powered Evolution in Chinese Education In Vietnam, Chinese serves both as a catalyst for professional advancement and as a fundamental pillar of personal growth, acting…

MONACO, May 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Crypto news today is turning toward AlphaPepe after the project announced that its AlphaSwap AI DEX demo has crossed 5,000 active users. The presale has raised over $1.31 million, Stage 16 remains live at $0.01751 per token, the holder count has passed 8,800, and AlphaPepe has completed a full 10/10 BlockSAFU security audit ahead of its planned Q2 2026 exchange debut. The 5,000-user AlphaSwap milestone gives AlphaPepe a clear company update as Bitcoin price prediction headlines return to the $180,000 target, with traders watching institutional adoption, ETF demand, and US regulatory clarity as…

Descrease article font size Increase article font size The Prairie Lily is back on the South Saskatchewan River after nearly sunsetting without a sail last year. The beloved Saskatoon attraction has taken its maiden voyage with new owner Stephanie Simonot and record-level water levels.“It was great seeing the crew, the family, old crew, new crew, everybody looks so good,” Simonot said. “Everybody kind of just gelled together and worked really well together.”Behind the scenes, former owners, Capt. Mike and Joan Steckhan, along with their crew, are staying on board to help Simonot’s family finish their training to captain the ship.…

Police in Halifax are urgently searching for a missing newborn baby after officers were notified of a woman in hospital who appeared to have just given birth. Halifax Regional Police said officers were called at around 9:40 p.m. on May 22 about a woman in life-threatening condition. Police said the baby has not been located. Get daily National news Get daily Canada news delivered to your inbox so you’ll never miss the day’s top stories. Police and Nova Scotia Ground Search and Rescue are searching the area of 214 Willett St. in Halifax.The public is being asked to avoid the…

Premier Christine Fréchette defended her spending promises on Saturday, despite a warning from the province’s finance minister that she may surpass the $250 million fund allocated to her. Radio-Canada has reported that Eric Girard wrote to Fréchette earlier this month to express concern about her high spending, writing that “Quebecers want a responsible premier who doesn’t spend every which way.”Since taking office in April, Fréchette has already said the government will reimburse part of the welcome tax paid by first-time homebuyers as well as the carbon tax for farmers. She also announced a tax cut for small and medium-sized businesses.She…

Canada and several allied nations are calling on Israel to halt settlement expansion in the occupied West Bank as tensions in the territory continue to escalate amid demolitions, deadly shootings and growing international scrutiny. In a joint statement released Friday alongside Australia, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway and the United Kingdom, Canada warned that Israeli settlement expansion and settler violence are undermining stability and prospects for a two-state solution.The statement specifically condemned proposed development in the controversial E1 area east of Jerusalem, saying the project would “divide the West Bank in two” and constitute “a serious breach…

Gurgaon, Haryana, May 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Feeling emotionally low while your weight changes unexpectedly? Not sure why it’s happening? Well, it’s more common than you think.   Your mind and body work in sync – if one changes, the other often follows it. These sudden shifts are signs to pay attention to. Let’s break it down in a simple, easy-to-read way in this blog.  Reasons to Know If your mood and weight changes feel confusing to you suddenly, these can be the reasons:  Hormonal Changes  Hormones control your body a lot more than you realise. You may notice: Sudden…