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Israel Intensifies Strikes on Hezbollah Strongholds in Southern Lebanon

People and members of the Lebanese army gather at a damaged site in the aftermath of Israeli strikes in Abbasiyyeh, Tyre district, southern Lebanon Israel carried out heavy airstrikes on southern Lebanon , claiming it was targeting Hezbollah positions that were allegedly being rebuilt despite a ceasefire agreement reached last year. The Israeli military issued evacuation orders for three areas before launching the strikes, warning civilians to leave as it accused Hezbollah of attempting to restore its military infrastructure. According to Lebanese officials, smoke was seen rising from the Nabatieh district following the bombardment, while the health ministry confirmed at least one fatality from earlier strikes the same day. The full toll from the latest wave of attacks has not yet been released. The escalation comes amid growing tensions along the Israel-Lebanon border. Despite the truce brokered in late 2024 , Israel has continued to conduct operations against Hezbollah, citing s...
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Carbon Below: Southwestern Ontario Weighs Risks of Underground CO₂ Storage

                                           Minister of Natural Resources Mike Harris 


The Ontario government’s proposed Geologic Carbon Storage Act, 2025 is stirring debate in Southwestern Ontario, where residents are wary of the environmental and safety implications of storing carbon dioxide deep underground. The legislation, part of the broader Resource Management and Safety Act, 2025, would create a regulatory framework for capturing and permanently storing CO₂ in geological formations.

Supporters argue the move could help industries cut emissions by 5–7 million tonnes annually, create thousands of short-term jobs, and save Ontario businesses nearly $1 billion a year. The province says the framework will include strict safety measures, phased implementation, and collaboration with Indigenous communities, municipalities, and industry stakeholders.

However, some Southwestern Ontarians remain skeptical, citing concerns over potential groundwater contamination, seismic activity, and the long-term monitoring of storage sites. Environmental advocates are calling for more public consultation and independent risk assessments before large-scale projects proceed.

The government maintains that geologic carbon storage is a key tool in meeting climate targets while supporting economic growth — but in communities closest to proposed sites, the question remains whether the benefits outweigh the perceived risks.


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