The article discusses the ongoing refugee crisis at the Polish-Belarusian border, where migrants from countries like Syria, Ethiopia, Yemen, and Afghanistan attempt to enter the European Union through the Bialowieza Forest. The number of illegal crossings has decreased since the 2021 crisis but may be rising again. Belarus is accused of facilitating these crossings as a form of hybrid warfare. In Poland, despite a court ruling against pushbacks, migrants still face challenges from border guards. Mariusz Kurnyta, working with the Wolno Nam Foundation and Podlaskie Voluntary Humanitarian Rescue, aids these refugees. The Polish government, particularly the ruling Law and Justice party, is using the border issue as a campaign point, linking migration to security threats, especially with the presence of Russia's Wagner paramilitary force in Belarus. The article also touches on the humanitarian efforts by groups like Grupa Granica and the contrasting treatment of Ukrainian refugees in Poland.

The article discusses the lingering effects of uranium mining in the Northwest Territories, Canada, on the local community of Délı̨nę, whose residents were unknowingly complicit in the Manhattan Project during World War II. Uranium from the Port Radium mine near Délı̨nę contributed to the development of the nuclear bombs dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. The community, which includes many Indigenous people, has not received an apology from the Canadian government for the risks and moral injuries they suffered. The article highlights the community's desire for recognition and apology, their own apology to Japan, and the ongoing health concerns related to the mining activities. It also touches on the government's response to the issue and the community's readiness to forgive if an apology is extended.

Nova Scotia's last strip club, Ralph's Place in Dartmouth, has closed its doors, marking the end of an era for the local strip club scene. The closure reflects broader trends in the industry, including stricter city regulations, the rise of alternative forms of sex work, and gentrification. Despite its reputation and low ratings, Ralph's held sentimental value for many, including former employees and patrons. The future of strip clubs in Halifax faces significant regulatory hurdles, with local officials indicating that opening a new club would be a challenging process.

Alphabet subsidiary Sidewalk Labs has partnered with Waterfront Toronto to develop a tech-driven neighborhood on Toronto's waterfront. The plan includes futuristic elements like heated pedestrian lanes, self-driving buses, and underground channels for utilities and deliveries. Sidewalk Labs has committed $50 million to the planning phase, with concerns raised about affordability and privacy due to the involvement of Google's thinkers. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has endorsed the project for its potential to create jobs and establish an urban innovation hub. Local reactions are mixed, with some residents excited and others, like ACORN Canada, protesting for more clarity on affordable housing. Privacy concerns are also prominent, with Sidewalk Labs planning to use sensors and data collection to optimize urban design. CEO Dan Doctoroff emphasizes the opportunity to integrate privacy into the project's design from the start.

James 'Jimmy' Melvin Jr. is on trial for the first-degree murder of Terry Marriott Jr. The defense attorney, Patrick MacEwen, suggested that the main accuser, Derek MacPhee, who has immunity for his cooperation, was romantically involved with the victim's wife, Nadine Marriott, which MacPhee denied. MacPhee admitted to helping Melvin with the murder and a 2015 home invasion. The defense questioned MacPhee's actions and credibility, highlighting his incentive to lie due to immunity and financial stipend for testifying. Judge Jamie Campbell warned the jury about the reliability of MacPhee's testimony.

In a Halifax courtroom, the defence attorney for James 'Jimmy' Melvin Jr., accused of first-degree murder in the death of Terry Marriott Jr., challenged the credibility of the Crown's key witness, Derek MacPhee. MacPhee, described as a drug-addled 'professional criminal,' testified that he drove Melvin to the location where Marriott was shot while sleeping. MacPhee, who has a criminal history and is financially supported by the Halifax Regional Police, is testifying in exchange for immunity from charges related to a 2015 home invasion. The defence highlighted MacPhee's criminal activities and questioned his motives and reliability.

Women's rights advocates are calling for the removal of Nova Scotia Judge Greg Lenehan after he acquitted taxi driver Bassam Al-Rawi of sexual assault, despite the driver being found with a passed-out woman in his taxi and her DNA on his mouth. The case has parallels to the Rehtaeh Parsons case, which Lenehan also oversaw, leading to further scrutiny of his judicial conduct. An online petition for a formal inquiry into Lenehan's actions has gained traction, and legal experts weigh in on the rarity and complexity of removing judges. The Canadian Judicial Council is involved in deliberations over similar issues with another judge, Robin Camp, known for his controversial remarks in a rape trial.

Heather Jordan Ross, a rape survivor, has created a comedy show titled 'Rape Is Real and Everywhere' with fellow survivor and comedian Emma Cooper. The show, which sold out in three days, features rape survivors as comedians sharing their experiences with sexual violence through humor. Ross discusses the empowering aspect of the show, its challenge to the male-dominated comedy scene, and the importance of survivors controlling the narrative. The show aims to confront societal attitudes towards rape and provide a space for survivors to express themselves.