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Weston Family Acquires Historic Hudson’s Bay Charter for $12.5M, Plans Museum Donation

                             The 1670 royal charter signed by King Charles II establishing Hudson's Bay is shown on display at the Manitoba Museum where it was loaned to be displayed alongside its permanent collection of Hudson's Bay artifacts, in this 2020 handout photo. Historic Deal Preserves Canadian Legacy In a gesture blending heritage preservation with philanthropy, the billionaire Weston family is set to acquire the original charter of the Hudson’s Bay Company for $12.5 million. The centuries-old document, granted in 1670 by England’s King Charles II, established one of the world’s oldest continuously operating companies and played a pivotal role in shaping Canada’s economic and cultural landscape. The Weston family, known for their stewardship of iconic brands and long-standing support of Canadian institutions, announced plans to donate the charter to a Canadian museum following the purchase. The move ...

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Texas Flood Catastrophe: Over 50 Dead, Dozens Still Missing After Guadalupe River Overflows


A devastating flash flood swept through central Texas over the Independence Day weekend, claiming the lives of at least 52 people, including 15 children, and leaving dozens more missing. The disaster was triggered by torrential rains that caused the Guadalupe River to rise more than 26 feet in under an hour, overwhelming communities in the Texas Hill Country.

Among the hardest-hit areas was Camp Mystic, a Christian girls’ summer camp in Kerr County, where 700 children were in residence when the floodwaters struck. As of Sunday morning, 27 campers remain unaccounted for, and search-and-rescue teams continue to comb the area using helicopters, boats, and drones.

The flood, described by officials as a “once-in-a-century” event, left behind a trail of destruction—washed-out roads, collapsed buildings, and debris-strewn riverbanks. Survivors have recounted harrowing escapes, with some rescued from treetops and rooftops.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has declared a state of emergency in 15 counties and designated Sunday as a Day of Prayer. “We will not stop until every single person is found,” vowed Kerr County Sheriff Larry Leitha.

As the waters recede, the focus shifts from rescue to recovery, and the full scale of the tragedy continues to unfold.

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