News from July 9, 2026 at 8:20 AM
About AI boom lifts TSMC profit, stock slides on Iran tension
Taiwan Semiconductor reported June revenue at $20.5 billion. That’s approximately 70% higher than last year. Second quarter revenues hit $19.1 billion. That’s r...
About Thunder Bay swelters in record July heat as air thick with smoke settle over local communities
On a recent July day, Thunder Bay hit historical highs, reaching unprecedented temperatures near 39 degrees. That topped century old records set long ago for th...
About Kit Connor and Joe Locke star in Heartstopper Forever launch
Kit Connor and Joe Locke walked the London red carpet to launch of Heartstopper Forever. The two leads discussed the new scenes showing queer intimacy between t...
About FIFA cracks down on referee criticism with tougher penalties
FIFA introduced harsher punishments for players and coaches who criticise referees. This came after major problems at the World Cup. A referee from Germany got...
About Minnesota fires choke Canadian air
Smoke from the blazing Minnesota fires in Minnesota drifted into Ontario on that day . Environment Canada listed areas in Ontario among the worst globally for a...
About Zelensky appoints new Prime Minister amid urgent government overhaul
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has put forward a fresh head of government as part of a cabinet reshuffle. He told lawmakers the switch will aid the coun...
About Vatican leader joins outreach gathering at papal summer residence
Pope Leo joined a simple lunch at the Borgo Laudato si’ in Castel Gandolfo. He shared a table with vulnerable guests, called on the public to end the causes of...
About All-Star 2026 lineup adds Otto Lopez
Otto Lopez earned a spot on the 2026 MLB All Star team. The Miami Marlins outfielder found out on Tuesday. He called it a big moment. Leading off in the lineup...
About Energy gains balance gold miner losses on TSX
TSX futures showed minimal movement at midday on Monday as elevated oil prices offset gains in gold miners, keeping the index largely flat. Energy stocks climbe...
About Romano reports United signing, Brighton set record
UK based journalist Fabrizio Romano said Manchester United have reached an agreement on a new signing ahead of a medical tomorrow, in preparation for the season...
About Drug case collapses after illegal arrest
A BC judge released a trucker charged with drug smuggling charges. The case collapsed after cops broke his rights while making the arrest in 2023. Now lawyers q...