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Tuesday, June 16, 2026 · 176 stories
Toronto police have reported that a series of recent shootings are linked to a complex guns-for-hire scheme involving youth hired to target religious and political figures. This criminal network is believed to be connected to the slaying of Toronto Police Constable Marc Pinizzotto.
Six individuals have been charged with second-degree murder following the death of 55-year-old David Gosse in Aurora, Ontario. Police responded to a report of trouble and found Gosse with significant trauma; he was pronounced dead at the scene, with investigators determining the cause of death as blunt force trauma.
A female pedestrian was struck by a vehicle in North York and has been taken to the hospital with serious, life-threatening injuries. The incident occurred at Leslie Street and Bannatyne Drive around 6:15 p.m., and the driver remained at the scene. Northbound Leslie is closed at York Mills Road, and southbound lanes are closed at Bannatyne due to the accident.
Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney announced new sanctions targeting 162 individuals, entities, and vessels associated with Russia's efforts to evade oil sanctions imposed after its invasion of Ukraine. During a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Carney emphasized that the tide of the war is turning and discussed increasing support for Ukraine, including a request for more Patriot missiles.
Zimbabwe's central bank has reduced its benchmark interest rate from 35% to 30%, marking the first interest rate cut globally following a US-Iran peace deal that aims to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The governor expressed optimism that this agreement would help sustain a decline in oil prices, which have fallen by 6% since the deal was announced, contributing to a low inflation environment in the country. The annual inflation rate has decreased significantly from a peak of 95.8% in July 2025 to below 5% this year.
NEWS WIRE SERVICES OR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES/ TORONTO, June 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Firm Capital Mortgage Investment Corporation (the “ Corporation ”) (TSX: FC) today announced that at the annual and special meeting (the “ Meeting ”) of shareholders of the Corporation held earlier today, all director nominees were elected as directors of the Corporation, as follows: * The number of votes disclosed reflects proxies received by management of the Corporation in advance of the Meeting.
Multiple Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon's Nabatieh governorate have resulted in at least four fatalities, as reported by Lebanon's National News Agency. This escalation occurs amidst ongoing ceasefire negotiations involving the United States and Iran, with Iranian officials asserting that any ceasefire must include an end to Israeli military actions in Lebanon. Iran's Foreign Minister emphasized that the war cannot be considered over without the withdrawal of Israeli forces from occupied territories.
The US and Iran have electronically signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at ending hostilities after 109 days of conflict. The agreement includes provisions for the opening of the Strait of Hormuz and discussions on Iran's nuclear program and sanctions relief over the next 60 days. While US officials have denied claims of asset releases, Iranian officials assert that the deal marks a significant step towards peace and recovery in the region.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that the conclusion of the Iran war would involve the end of Israel's occupation of Lebanon. This remark was made during a briefing with foreign diplomats, as reported by Iranian state television, which highlighted the importance of a memorandum involving the U.S., Israel, Iran, and Hezbollah. The specifics of the interim agreement remain undisclosed.
Frank Franklin Ii/The Associated Press Kylian Mbappé scored twice to move past Pelé and Lionel Messi with 14 World Cup goals, Bradley Barcola added another and France rebounded from a surprisingly poor first half to beat Senegal 3-1 on Tuesday in East Rutherford, N.J. Mbappé, 27 and playing at his third World Cup, moved one ahead of Messi and Just Fontaine on the tournament career scoring list.
France boasts the best attack in world soccer," he says, adding that "Les Bleus should score at least two goals in this game." Senegal typically play tight games, but they don't typically play teams with the scoring potential of France, and the USMNT scored three goals on this side just over two weeks ago. France allowed only four goals (and scored 16) in going 5-1-0 in six World Cup qualifying matches. He won the Golden Boot at the 2022 World Cup with eight goals and is sixth all-time in World Cup goals with 12, tied with Pele.
Kylian Mbappe has become France's all-time record scorer, surpassing Olivier Giroud with his 58th goal during the World Cup opener against Senegal. At just 27 years old, he has achieved this milestone in 99 appearances for the national team and is also close to breaking the World Cup scoring record, with 14 goals in the tournament, just two behind Miroslav Klose's record of 16. Experts predict that Mbappe will continue to break records and solidify his status as one of the greatest players in football history.