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A crucial window has now closed in Venezuela. Aid groups say the first 72 hours are the most critical for finding survivors after a major earthquake. It's now believed Wednesday's twin quakes have killed more than 14-hundred people. Tens of thousands of people are still missing, and search and rescue workers are scrambling to save as many survivors as possible.

Also: Temperatures continue to soar dangerously high across Europe. Cities and towns in France, The U.K., Belgium, Germany, and others all saw the mercury hit record highs for this time of the year. And the stifling heatwave that's blanketed Western Europe is now moving eastward.

And: For the second weekend in a row, Central Alberta is being drenched with rain. A week ago, record amounts of rainfall, led to some towns and cities declaring states of emergency as waste-water systems became overwhelmed. Now, the rain is back, and the region is on its way to having the wettest June on record.

Plus: U.S. - Iran tensions, Xenophobia in South Africa, Debating theatre etiquette, and more.

The death toll continues to rise in Venezuela after devastating earthquakes shook the South American country. Emergency workers are tirelessly digging through rubble to find survivors and remains.

Also: Prime Minister Mark Carney announces plans to overhaul a dilapidated 24 Sussex Drive, including a design competition and fundraising campaign. The goal — make the official home of Canada’s prime minister habitable and fit for the head of government.

And: Ukraine is bringing the war to the skies above Moscow. Polls show a drop in Russian support for the war — and Vladimir Putin’s party.

Plus: A controversial museum exhibit, Canadian cobalt refining, John Bolton guilty plea, and more.

Venezuelans are digging through debris after two powerful earthquakes shook the capital and surrounding areas yesterday. Buildings collapsed after the magnitude 7.2 earthquake was followed by an even larger 7.5 tremor west of Caracas. Emergency crews have been scrambling through night and day to try and find survivors.

Also: Canadians are waiting even longer in emergency rooms. A new report found 1 in 10 admitted patients waited more than 48 hours. The report blames limited capacity, difficulties with standard care and Canada’s aging population.

And: After a disappointing loss to Switzerland, Canada’s World Cup men’s team is looking to their next challenge — South Africa.

Plus: Calls for a gun ban, increasing electronics prices, Carney’s update and more.

A nation groaned as Canada fell to Switzerland in the FIFA World Cup 2026 match in Vancouver. Despite the continued Canadian pressure in the final minutes of the game, the final score was 2- 1. The loss means that Canada’s men's team finishes second in their pool and still advances to the knockout round for the first time.

Also: The federal government names its first three projects for a potential listing under the Building Canada act. They would be fast-tracked for construction as they are deemed to be in the national interest.

And: It’s not even July but Europe has already had to deal with multiple heat waves with temperatures in many places exceeding 40 degrees. France has already recorded its hottest day ever and records are being set all over the continent.

Plus: Flooding in Alberta, President Trump’s swampy reflecting pool, airline dynamic pricing, innovative burn treatment used in Ontario, and more.

People in Montreal are still trying to process a very public and terrifying shooting yesterday that ended with three people dead. The coroner has released the identities of those killed in the shooting. The dead gunman was a university student from Lethbridge, Alberta and has penned an anti-establishment manifesto.

Also: Europe is facing extreme, record-breaking heat, with temperatures over 40 degrees Celsius. Dozens of people have drowned in France, trying to cool off. Experts warn Europe is particularly vulnerable to worsening climate change.

And: Ten years ago, the United Kingdom voted to leave the European Union. Brexit was sold as a promise that things would be better. But the country’s economic and political situation has proven difficult. Many say this is a warning on the dangers of economic nationalism.

Plus: AI drive-thru growing pains, concerns over dermatologists prioritizing cosmetic procedures over medical ones in pursuit of higher profits, Edmonton Oilers’ new coach Mike Babcock brings a lot of baggage with him, and more.