Merkury Fan Recall After Fire Reports; Canada News Roundup
Merkury Fan Recall After Fire Reports; Canada News Roundup

Merkury Innovations Fan Recall

Merkury Innovations has recalled its Hot + Cool Heating and Cooling Fan, model MIC-DHC02, following reports of the device catching fire. Consumers are advised to stop using the fan immediately and contact the company for a refund or replacement.

Hamilton Salmonella Outbreak

Hamilton officials have identified the likely cause of a salmonella outbreak at a local restaurant that sickened 29 people. The investigation points to contaminated ingredients, though the specific source has not been disclosed.

Brampton Realtor Sentenced

A former Brampton realtor has been sentenced to jail for child abduction in northern Ontario. The individual now faces possible deportation after serving time.

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Other Notable News

  • Court Challenge Dismissed: A challenge to British Columbia's legal profession regulatory overhaul has been dismissed by the court.
  • Governor General Visit: Governor General visited Tumbler Ridge, B.C., to show support for the grieving community.
  • Calgary Water Use: Calgary city council voted to cut back on water use and fix leaky pipes.
  • Salvation Army Closures: The Salvation Army is closing its food bank and church in Cornwall, Ontario.
  • Ottawa Police Blitz: Ottawa police removed 31 commercial vehicles from the road following a safety blitz.
  • Basketball Coach Sentenced: A former basketball coach was sentenced for sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl.
  • Air Canada CEO: Ottawa cancelled Air Canada CEO's appearance before the Official Languages Committee.
  • Continuing Care Homes: Alberta's continuing care homes received a boost to address the growing senior population.
  • Kidnapping Charges: Three individuals were charged with a mid-April kidnapping on Paul First Nation.
  • Nova Scotia Home Invasion: Two people were arrested, and a third is still wanted after a home invasion and emergency alert.
  • Oak Island Guide: An Oak Island guide was diagnosed with cancer after a tourist urged him to see a doctor.
  • Winnipeg Transit Changes: Proposed Winnipeg Transit changes are coming in the summer and fall.
  • Convenience Store Arsons: A man arrested in a series of Winnipeg convenience store arsons faces new charges.
  • Bear Shooting: A black bear and cubs were shot dead near Lorenzo, Saskatchewan.
  • Child Drug Exposure: Saskatchewan's child advocate warns of drug exposure deaths in children under five.
  • Bowling Alley Closure: A Kitchener bowling alley may be nearing its final frame.
  • 407 Toll Charges: An Ontario woman calls 407 toll rates 'ridiculous' after more than $1,700 in charges.
  • Suspicious Death: Saskatchewan RCMP is investigating a suspicious death in North Battleford.
  • Child Abductor Deportation: A jail sentence means a northern Ontario child abductor could be deported.
  • Wanted Man: Sudbury police seek a man wanted for sexual assault and criminal harassment.
  • School Closure: Arthur Voaden Secondary School in St. Thomas will close after nearly a century.
  • Arson Charge: A Woodstock man was charged with arson causing bodily harm following an altercation.
  • Barrie Construction: Barrie prepares for summer road construction and infrastructure work.
  • Zekelman on Steel: Zekelman calls the foreign steel snitch line a 'success'.
  • VIA Rail Offer: VIA Rail Canada offers free train travel to Windsor-Essex patients of children's hospitals.
  • Meteor Sighting: A meteor lit up the sky over Vancouver Island.
  • Mexican Officials Charged: Mexican officials were charged with importing massive quantities of drugs into the U.S.
  • Rob Reiner Autopsy: The Rob Reiner autopsy report is not ready, the court heard.

Politics

  • Conservative MP Jamil Jivani returns to Washington to meet with the U.S. trade representative.
  • Critics call out Ottawa for not contesting Iran joining a UN nuclear weapons conference.
  • Labour groups welcome federal spending commitments on skilled trades.

Business

  • Oil prices climb, Canadian equities fall as talks to end the Middle East war stall.
  • Environmental advocates call the LNG tax incentive a fossil fuel subsidy.
  • Agropur announces nearly $1 billion to expand operations in Quebec and Nova Scotia.

Health

  • The truth behind 7 common lung cancer myths.
  • A father who lost his son to overdose says compassion is missing in saving substance users' lives.
  • This 'miracle tree' can filter more than 98% of microplastics from tap water.

Entertainment

  • Rob Reiner autopsy report not ready, court hears.
  • Michael Bublé says his 'aphrodisiac' gigs lead to baby booms.
  • William and Kate share a family photo marking their 15th wedding anniversary.

Sports

  • Federal government earmarks $145M for World Cup security in Toronto and Vancouver.
  • Iranian soccer officials were turned away from Canada ahead of a FIFA meeting.
  • Canada fails in a bid for a third straight U18 title with a quarterfinal loss to Sweden.

Lifestyle

  • These new Chanel sandals have drawn online buzz.
  • Colombians are divided over the fate of hippos linked to Pablo Escobar.
  • Cellphone, internet, and TV complaints jump 61%, according to a watchdog report.

Climate & Environment

  • A barge carrying Timmy the humpback whale journeys to the North Sea.
  • France unveils a plan to ditch all fossil fuels by 2050.
  • After another spring flood, cottage country residents are demanding answers.

Sci-Tech

  • A genome study reveals what happened after the Roman Empire fell.
  • Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen and the Artemis II crew are set to meet Trump.
  • Are you addicted to AI chatbots? We want to hear from you.

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