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Thailand has cut visa‑free tourist stays from 60 to 30 days for citizens of about 60 countries, including the UK, US, Canada, Australia and Japan, and will limit land‑border entries to twice per year. Officials say the move responds to national security, economic and tourism management concerns and will not affect tourists already in the country.
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth faces widespread criticism in Canada after a social media post mocking a Canadian cadet and instructor. The post has drawn condemnation from Canadian officials, the Army Cadet League of Canada, and political figures amid a thawing but tense US-Canada trade dispute. The Pentagon says the post speaks for itself.
A 29-year-old man armed with a shotgun opened fire near the Sons of Jacob Synagogue in Belleville, Ontario, as worshipers gathered for Yom Kippur. He wounded a police officer, who returned fire; the suspect died Monday night. The Special Investigations Unit is examining the police response while Belleville police investigate possible motives. Authorities condemn antisemitism and pledge heightened security.
A serious incident at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright has caused a large fire and has produced both fatalities and injuries, Defence Minister David McGuinty has said. Local hospitals are reporting heavy patient inflows and emergency crews are containing a blaze that has crossed the base perimeter amid high winds. Federal and provincial authorities are investigating.
A grass fire at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright has killed four service members and left dozens injured. Winds rapid spread forced continued training despite warnings. Officials say the investigation will determine causes, while Prime Minister Carney has ordered flags lowered and declared a period of mourning.