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The Los Angeles Rams have added two-time Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett and Aaron Donald returns from retirement, forming a fearsome pass-rush duo alongside Matthew Stafford as they pursue a second Super Bowl at SoFi Stadium.
A gunman has opened fire outside the Sons of Jacob synagogue in Belleville, Ontario, wounding a police officer; the suspect has died after hospitalisation. Ontarios SIU and Belleville police have opened investigations and police have increased patrols near places of worship. Separately, Reform synagogues in Jerusalem and other countries have reported repeated vandalism and harassment targeting LGBTQ-friendly and non-Orthodox communities.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has proposed making Canada the EU's first "associate member." Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has welcomed closer ties that would deepen cooperation on trade, defence, AI, critical minerals and Arctic issues beyond the existing CETA deal. EU member states and diplomats say the proposal is undefined and legal and political obstacles remain.
Canada and the United States remain locked in a tariff confrontation after reciprocal sanctions on about $20 billion in goods. The US has expanded bans to more Canadian products, while Canada has retaliated with measures of similar scale. Analysts say overall impact will be muted, but small businesses report sharp effects on costs and orders as supply chains tighten.
The Bills will stage a dual anthem ceremony with both Canada and U.S. national anthems before their season opener, reflecting ongoing tensions in U.S.-Canada trade. Barenaked Ladies will sing O Canada and Auliʻi Cravalho will perform the Star-Spangled Banner as Buffalo hosts Detroit at Highmark Stadium.
Canada is actively courting private capital to diversify away from the U.S. amid a deepening trade dispute. At the Canada Investment Summit, leaders pitch Canada as a stable, rules‑based partner with vast resources, while Washington expands tariffs and countermeasures that threaten interwoven supply chains.
The London debut of Kimberly Akimbo at Hampstead Theatre presents a rare aging-prodigy premise. Maria Friedman stars as Kimberly, a teenager with a life-shortening condition, supported by a witty, chaotic family and Tesori’s lively score. The show blends heart, humor, and tough truths about time and youth, earning a warm, hopeful reception.
The Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority has voted to begin renaming Nashville International Airport in Dolly Parton’s honor. The decision follows Parton’s death and a widespread push from fans and officials. A final name will be determined, with work on signage, merchandise, and contracts expected to take time.
Beabadoobee’s fourth album Pylon fuses 90s alt-rock with contemporary pop, while her UK arena tour underlines a lasting, if niche, global appeal. The Guardian’s Beabadoobee profile contrasts with widespread popularity of Beabadoobee’s hits, showing a star with enduring reach and evolving sound.
A newly released slate of reviews examines a Covid-era romance and a Sundance-like indie road movie, both with uneven executions. The Guardian critics note the emotional aims, world-building, and performances, while raising questions about pacing, scope, and commercial strategy.
Canada is pitching itself as a stable, rules-based home for global capital as Prime Minister Carney hosts a two-day Canada Investment Summit in Toronto. Investors managing over $120 trillion are in attendance, seeking opportunities in energy, minerals, AI, infrastructure and broader economic resilience amid US tariff tensions.
The Clippers have faced a sweeping NBA punishment including a $30 million fine, five first-round picks forfeited, and a one-year suspension for Ballmer. Ballmer has publicly apologized, stating the team is complying with penalties and focusing on moving forward as Leonard’s trade to Toronto remains on hold pending the investigation.
NHL enforcer Ryan Reaves has announced his retirement after 16 seasons, ending a career defined by physical play and leadership. He has played for multiple teams, including the Blues, Golden Knights, Rangers and Wild, and leaves with 66 goals, 140 points and more than 1,100 penalty minutes.
A stage adaptation of Letter to Brezhnev at Royal Court, Liverpool, and a double-play from Manchester and Lancaster showcase intimate, strong performances. Ellie Clayton and Angela Simms anchor a lively, tender production with Mark Fisher’s direction and Rob Green’s musicality enriching a story that hovers between nostalgia and escape.
Shaun Edwards has joined England's Red Roses as a consultant for the remainder of the WXV Global Series, aiming to restore their winning form after a 39-match streak ended with a 26-26 draw with Canada. He will work with defence coach Sarah Hunter ahead of tests against New Zealand, Canada, and the USA.
The European Commission has proposed opening a new 'associate member' status to deepen ties with Canada. Canadian prime minister Mark Carney has welcomed the idea as a path to reduce dependence on US markets while President Donald Trump has threatened heavy tariffs if he judges the move hostile. Leaders plan a Canada‑EU summit in Montreal on Oct 29–30.
Several shots were fired outside the Sons of Jacob Synagogue in Belleville, Ontario, on Yom Kippur. A 29-year-old suspect was wounded and died the next day. Two Belleville police officers were injured, with Constable Jeff Smith facing multiple surgeries and a lengthy recovery. The suspect, Sean Ward, is believed to have acted in a hate-motivated attack targeting the Jewish community. Authorities are reviewing weapon stockpiles and possible intent.
Aleksandar Vucic has resigned the presidency and has launched a campaign to lead the Serbian Progressive Party in snap parliamentary elections on Oct. 25. A student-led movement born from a deadly 2024 railway collapse is contesting the vote, polls show a tight race, and authorities have set restricted overseas voting hours that will affect large diaspora communities.
Canadian defender and Olympic gold medalist Thompson has returned to NYU Grossman School of Medicine to pursue orthopedic surgery after balancing medical studies with elite hockey, including a bronze/ gold-medal Olympic campaign and leadership of the Vancouver Goldeneyes. The move follows a successful Olympic cycle and a landmark PWHL era.
The Swedish Academy has named Canadian poet and novelist Anne Carson the Nobel Prize in Literature recipient for 2026, citing a bold and inventive oeuvre that blends poetry, prose and classical tradition. Carson is 76 and has long explored the interface between philology and poetic meaning. The prize, worth 12 million Swedish kronor, was announced from Stockholm as she is in Iceland listening to the wind.