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Hormuz standoff
Iran warns U.S. over Hormuz ship plan as oil stays above $100
Trump says the U.S. will help guide stranded vessels out of the blocked strait, but Iran says passage must be coordinated with its armed forces
Russia-Ukraine War
Drone Hits Moscow High-Rise Days Before Victory Day Parade
Moscow’s mayor said two other drones were intercepted as airports paused operations and Russia reported 117 interceptions across several regions
North Atlantic right whales see most births since 2009
The recently ended calving season, which runs between mid-November and mid-April, saw 23 new calves born.
Strait of Hormuz
Iranian Official Warns Ships in Strait of Hormuz Could Be ‘At Risk
A saved summary of a New York Times report said vessels trying to cross without permission were warned of danger; details on enforcement were not provided
Yankees
John Sterling, longtime Yankees radio voice, dies at 87
WFAN announced the death of the broadcaster whose calls became part of Yankees radio for more than three decades
Mets 5, Angels 1
Carson Benge’s ninth-inning dive helps Mets seal series win over Angels
The rookie right fielder’s late catch cut off a potential Angels rally as New York took two of three in Anaheim
Ontario dog-bite liability
Dog walker bitten at work cannot sue clients, Ontario court rules
The Court of Appeal found Amanda Nigro was legally an “owner” of the boxer in the moment she was bitten because she was in control of the dog
Ottawa police
Late probe of Ottawa sergeant’s alleged misconduct raises new questions
CBC reports allegations involving former La Cité students surfaced years before Robert “Bobby” Cleroux was suspended; he died in March without charges
Viral trend
Teen arrested after hundreds gather at Vancouver Scientology building
Police said 250 to 300 mostly young people tried to get into the West Hastings Street premises during a social media “speedrunning” event
World Cup venues
World Cup’s 16-stadium plan enters final buildup
The 2026 tournament will be staged across Canada, Mexico and the U.S., with 104 matches, 48 teams and venue names adjusted for FIFA sponsorship rules