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First Nations leaders are calling for a public inquiry into Ontario’s wildfire response, alleging the provincial government failed to adequately support some communities threatened by this year’s fires. The chiefs say some residents were forced to organize their own evacuations and received little warning or assistance as wildfires approached their communities.They also accuse the Ministry of Natural Resources of ignoring recommendations to improve wildfire preparedness and emergency response, despite years of warnings from Indigenous leaders.The demands come as Ontario’s wildfire season is on track to become the province’s worst on record. More than 7,250 square kilometres have burned so far…

STOCKHOLM, July 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — European companies imported phosphate rock worth over 100 million euros from Russia in the first half of 2026, according to an analysis of European Commission data by Swedish environmental company Ragn-Sells. Russia remained the EU’s largest supplier by value, accounting for more than one third of the bloc’s phosphate import spending. Imports of phosphate rock from Russia totalled around 436,000 tonnes in the first six months of 2026. Despite a slight decline in import volumes, the value increased from 101 million euro to 105 million, raising Russia’s share of EU phosphate import spending…

SHANGHAI, July 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — 2026 WAIC opens themed “Intelligent Partners, Co-Creating the Future” in Shanghai on July 17. Global embodied intelligence leader DEEP Robotics displayed full robot portfolio, six industrial solutions and two exclusive original robots, attracting heavy industry attention. The firm showcased three core robot forms: humanoid, wheeled-legged and quadruped machines. The newly launched Lynx S10 wheeled-legged robot weighs no more than 20 kilograms with battery and supports single-person fast deployment. It navigates narrow debris gaps inaccessible to large equipment for lightweight rescue and scouting. The upgraded Lynx M20S, based on Lynx M20 Pro, delivers higher…

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, July 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitget Wallet, a self-custodial crypto wallet for everyday finance, has formalized its partnership with Mesh, a global crypto payments network connecting hundreds of exchanges, wallets, and financial platforms. Building on an existing integration, the partnership expands where Bitget Wallet users can move and spend the digital assets they already hold. Through Mesh, users can connect Bitget Wallet directly to participating platforms and fund accounts or make purchases without copying wallet addresses, switching apps, or navigating unfamiliar technical steps. Bitget Wallet appears within Mesh’s connection interface, allowing users to link their…

As another stretch of hot weather grips the Okanagan, a new report is asking a simple question: How hot is too hot to work? Researchers with BC Policy Solutions say B.C.’s heat exposure regulations have not kept pace with increasingly frequent extreme heat. According to the report, heat exposure regulations have not been substantially updated since 2005.The report points to a sharp rise in heat-related illness claims following the 2021 heat dome, arguing that stronger protections are needed before more workers are injured.For workers who work outside like roofers, the dangers are all too familiar.“We get really drained on the…

The Services Support Agreement (SSA) will support two newly delivered Bombardier Global 6500 aircraft for multi-role mission, including head of state transportThrough the SSA, the Swedish Armed Forces (SWEAF) will benefit from enrollment in Bombardier’s Smart Services Defense program, a cost-per-flight-hour solution that provides predictable operating costs, parts purchasing, access to technical publications, technical and engineering support, Entry-into-Service assistance, as well as scheduled and unscheduled maintenance supportExecutives from the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) and Bombardier participated in an announcement ceremony at the Farnborough International Airshow to highlight the signed agreement and longstanding relationship between both organizations Brigadier General Carl-Frederik Edström,…

REGINA – The Saskatchewan Roughriders will honour crash victim Bhishma Rajyaguru before their game Thursday night against the Edmonton Elks. Rajyaguru, 22, was killed Saturday night when the car he was driving collided with a vehicle driven by Roughriders linebacker-team captain Jayden Dalke on Highway 11 near Lumsden, northwest of Regina.“We are profoundly saddened by the loss of 22-year-old Regina resident Bhishma Rajyaguru on Saturday,” the Riders said in a statement Tuesday night. “We will honour Bhishma as part of our pre-game ceremony on Thursday evening and are working with his family on the best way we can support them.“We…

Calgary city council will decide whether hundreds more properties across the city should be exempt from the repeal of citywide rezoning. The exemptions stem from the original motion, co-signed by six city councillors and Calgary’s mayor to kick-start the process of repealing citywide rezoning.According to city administration, an additional 247 properties could be exempt from the policy’s repeal and retain their higher density zoning, which allows for more housing types on a single property including rowhomes and duplexes.The properties could be exempt because they have an approved development permit, or a development permit application has been submitted or under review…

HONG KONG, July 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Dorsett Kai Tak, Hong Kong’s newest family‑friendly hotel located beside the landmark Kai Tak Sports Park, invites families to “take off” on a memorable summer journey with its Fantastic 4 Family Summer Staycation package, offering 47% savings for family rooms. This season, little travellers will be welcomed by Pilot Kobe Teddy and a brand‑new mini luggage box*, making every stay feel like the start of an exciting adventure. Ready for Take Off: Family Comforts Await Families can save up to 47% while enjoying spacious family rooms, thoughtful kids’ amenities, and complimentary breakfast.…

Gateshead, U.K., July 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Driven by demand from Hitachi Rail, following the recent production milestone, and the growth of hybrid rail operations globally, Turntide Technologies (Turntide) is expanding its high-voltage lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) rail battery systems manufacturing line to the Turntide Sunderland facility. The high-voltage battery system enables hybrid and tri-mode trains to operate on both electrified and non-electrified rail lines while reducing fuel consumption and emissions. This LFP battery system allows for lower cost of operations, extended range, and a path to zero-emission travel, while reducing reliance on fossil fuels and improving air quality and noise pollution. It will be manufactured exclusively at the Sunderland location. This…