Artemis II Heads Home After Historic Lunar Flyby
NASA’s Artemis II crew is on its way back to Earth after a record‑setting deep‑space mission that carried astronauts around the far side of the moon. The flyby offered rare views of historic Apollo landing sites and marked a major milestone toward NASA’s goal of landing astronauts near the lunar south pole within two years.
Air Travellers Face New Fuel Surcharges
Airline passengers are bracing for higher costs as fuel surcharges return. WestJet will add a $60 fee to all bookings made with an RBC companion voucher starting tomorrow, citing rising jet‑fuel prices. Air Canada Vacations is also introducing a $50 surcharge on select Sun Destination packages, though flight‑only bookings remain exempt.
MPs Support Push to Cut Federal Gas Taxes
With fuel prices climbing, Westman Conservative MPs say they support their party’s proposal to cut roughly 25 cents per litre from federal gas taxes. Party leader Pierre Poilievre said the reduction could save drivers about $20 per minivan fill‑up, though the proposal would require federal approval.
Escalating Tensions in the Middle East
Nearly three dozen people have been killed in airstrikes across Iran, while Iran has fired toward Israel and Saudi Arabia, prompting the closure of a major bridge. The escalation comes as a U.S. deadline approaches for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian officials are urging civilians to help protect key infrastructure.
Brandon City Council to Review Financial Plan
Brandon City Council meets tonight with the city’s financial plan and tax levy on the agenda, following a previously approved 6.7% property tax increase. Councillors will also hear delegations and receive updates on housing initiatives and progress on the new outdoor aquatics facility.
Souris‑Glenwood Reports Rising Crime
Officials in Souris‑Glenwood say criminal activity has increased over the past six months, including an armed robbery at a local business. With rural crime also rising in nearby communities, residents are invited to a community safety meeting Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the S‑G Memorial Complex.
