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Tensions Rise as Cuba Reports Deadly Clash With Florida-Based Speedboat

  Vice President JD Vance came to the Capitol to break the tie, meaning he vote was 51-50 for a Republican point of order to dismiss the war powers resolution. Cuba has reported a deadly confrontation off its northern coast, saying its forces killed four people aboard a Florida‑registered speedboat that allegedly opened fire on Cuban border troops. According to Cuba’s Interior Ministry, the vessel was detected roughly one nautical mile northeast of the El Pino canal in Cayo Falcones before the encounter escalated.  When Cuban Border Guard officers approached the boat for identification, those on board reportedly began shooting, injuring the commander of the Cuban patrol vessel. Cuban forces returned fire, killing four and wounding six others, who were later evacuated for medical treatment.  The incident comes at a moment of heightened tension between Cuba and the United States, with officials still working to determine the identities and motives of those aboard the spe...
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Ontario Cuts Ties with Starlink Amid Secrecy Over Contract Costs

 

                                           Province officially cancels Starlink contract to provide
                                           internet to thousands in rural and northern Ontario


Deal Terminated Without Transparency

The Ontario government has confirmed it has officially ended its contract with Elon Musk’s satellite internet provider, Starlink, but is refusing to disclose how much it cost to terminate the agreement. Originally aimed at expanding high-speed internet access in rural and remote areas, the deal was part of Ontario’s broader push for improved connectivity across the province.

Background of the Partnership

The collaboration, announced in 2021, promised to leverage Starlink’s low-Earth orbit satellite network to reach underserved communities. However, the agreement faced growing scrutiny over its feasibility, implementation challenges, and the financial implications of opting for this relatively new technology over existing options.

Lack of Cost Transparency Raises Concerns

Ontario officials confirmed the contract’s cancellation but declined to reveal the financial fallout, citing confidentiality clauses and commercial sensitivity. This decision has raised eyebrows among transparency advocates, who argue that public money should come with public accountability.

What’s Next for Rural Connectivity?

With Starlink off the table, Ontario says it remains committed to bridging the digital divide but hasn't offered details on new partners or plans. The province's updated strategy is expected in the coming months.


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