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Relentless Push: Russia Claims Strategic Edge in Ukraine Offensive

  Servicemen of the 115th Separate Mechanised Brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces use an RPG-7 grenade launcher during training between combat missions, in Kharkiv region, Ukraine. Russia’s top military commander, General Valery Gerasimov, has declared that Russian forces are conducting a non-stop offensive along nearly the entire front line in Ukraine, asserting that the “strategic initiative” now lies with Moscow. According to Gerasimov, Russian troops have intensified airstrikes on Ukrainian cities far from the battlefield, including a recent attack on Kyiv that killed at least 23 people and wounded 38. He reported that since March, Russia has seized more than 3,500 square kilometers of territory , captured 149 villages, and now controls the vast majority of the Luhansk, Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia, and Kherson regions. The offensive has also pushed into Ukraine’s southeastern Dnipropetrovsk region, with seven villages reportedly under Russian control. Moscow says it has carried...
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Choking Heat: Smoke and Scorching Temperatures Grip Ontario


Ontario braces for a double threat this week as hazardous heat and wildfire smoke converge across the province.

A wave of intense heat is settling over Ontario, pushing temperatures well into the 30s Celsius, with humidex values making it feel even hotter. Environment Canada has issued heat warnings for several regions, urging residents to stay hydrated, avoid strenuous outdoor activities, and check on vulnerable individuals.

Compounding the danger is the return of wildfire smoke drifting in from blazes burning in northern parts of the country. The smoke is expected to blanket southern Ontario, including the Greater Toronto Area, reducing air quality to hazardous levels. Officials warn that the combination of heat and poor air quality could pose serious health risks, especially for children, seniors, and those with respiratory conditions.

Air quality advisories are in effect, and residents are encouraged to stay indoors with windows closed, use air purifiers if available, and wear N95 masks if venturing outside is necessary.

With climate extremes becoming more frequent, experts stress the importance of preparedness and community support during these challenging conditions.


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