THUNDER BAY – NEWS – There are a number of top stories across the globe today.
1. Senate Passes Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill”
What’s happened: After a marathon session, the U.S. Senate narrowly approved former President Trump’s sweeping tax and spending legislation. Vice-President JD Vance cast the tie-breaking vote after a 50–50 split. The measure now heads back to the House, where it may face further resistance—House Republicans can only afford to lose three votes for it to pass .
The legislation would permanently enshrine Trump-era tax cuts while scaling back social services like Medicaid and food subsidies. It also rolls back renewable energy and electric vehicle incentives, potentially affecting Canadian clean-tech exporters in Northwestern Ontario .
2. Europe Gripped by Heatwave and Wildfires
An intense heatwave across southwestern Europe has sparked wildfires and public health alarms. In Catalonia, two farmworkers have died in a wildfire, and a child succumbed to heatstroke. Counties across France, Germany, and Italy are experiencing record temperatures and related disruptions.
3. AU Aircraft Crash in Mogadishu
A small African Union military aircraft crashed at Mogadishu’s airport. Details are still emerging, but the incident underscores ongoing risks in Somalia’s unstable security environment.
4. Life-Threatening Bat Virus Case in Australia
In New South Wales, a man is critically ill after contracting the Australian bat lyssavirus—the first confirmed human case in the state. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely.
Summary:
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U.S. politics: Trump-backed bill passes Senate; now heads to the House.
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Global climate: Heatwave-linked fatalities and wildfires hit Europe.
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International safety: AU air crash in Somalia; rare viral infection in Australia.
