Saturday's top stories in 10 minutes

27 killed in Texas flash flood. Dozens more missing including 25 girls attending summer camp.US President Donald Trump says there could be a deal on a Gaza ceasefire by next week. Canada's International Trade minister looks for other partners as trade with US becomes more difficult.New report undermines Donald Trump's claims that Canada is major contributor to US fentanyl crisis.Calgary Stampede is as much about the economy as it is the rodeo fun.

Canadian Army investigating members alleged to be part of a private Facebook group called the Blue Hackle Mafia.  Dozens of Palestinian students in Gaza waiting on Ottawa to approve visas for graduate studies in Canada.  US president Donald Trump expects Hamas to respond within 24 hours to latest Gaza ceasefire proposal. The UFC confirms it is in talks to hold event at the White House.  The UFC confirms it is in talks to hold event at the White House. Doctors say they are seeing more e-scooter related injuries in children than same time last year. Prime Minister Mark Carney will be in Cowtown today for the kick off of the Calgary Stampede. 

Canadian exports to US fall for fourth consecutive month, but rise overall.  U.S. House of Representatives debates Donald Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill' into morning hours.  UN's special rapporteur on the Occupied Palestinian Territories Francesa Albanese says global corporations are "profitting from genocide."   Police in Spain say Liverpool FC soccer player Diogo Jota has died in a car accident.  The mother of a 3-year-old girl who went missing near the Ontario-Quebec border appears in court today.  Independent review releases report on catastrophic event at the Eagle gold mine in Yukon. 

Sean "Diddy" Combs convicted on prostitution charges, but cleared of more serious counts. US President Donald Trump claiming Israel is ready to agree to a 60-day ceasefire deal with Hamas.  Iran suspends cooperation with UN's nuclear watchdog, the IAEA.  Lytton, British Columbia once again threatened by wildfire.  Venezuela declares Volker Turk, the UN's high commissioner for human rights, persona non grata.  The Dalai Lama lays out a controversial succession plan.  Afrobeats is a global genre reshaping African music. Meet some of its rising stars. 

Canada Day celebrations surge with patriotism and pushback against Donald Trump's 51st State threats.  New poll: 'Surprisingly large minority' of Manitobans support Prairie separatism.   130 charities call for U.S. and Israel-backed Gaza aid group to be shut down.   2 deaths in Europe as it experiences peak temperatures under heat wave.   Donald Trump visiting new migrant detention centre, dubbed 'Alligator Alcatraz'. Feud between Elon Musk and Donald Trump resumes over Trump's Big Beautiful Bill.  Calgary artist explores the symbols of a shared Canadian identity. 

Mark Carney's government rescinds Digital Services Tax, which would have forced companies like Amazon, Google and Meta to pay a 3% tax in Canada.  Palestinians in northern Gaza say last night was one of the worst nights of Israeli bombardment in weeks. Still no date set for US-Iran diplomatic talks; Tehran accuses US President Donald Trump of playing psychological games.  US Senators to vote on Donald Trump's "big beautiful bill." Conservative leader Pierre Polievre to run in by-election in Alberta riding of Battle River-Crowfoot on August 18th.  More than 200 flights delayed at YVR because of a shortage of air traffic controllers at Vancouver's International Airport. 

Trump on Fox News: Canada trade talks will be halted until Ottawa removes certain taxes.  Iran could start enriching uranium within months says UN nuclear chief Rafael Grossi.  Iran’s judiciary says at least 71 people were killed in Israel’s attack on Tehran’s Evin prison.  Russia Fires Over 500 Missiles And Drones At Ukraine In Biggest Air Attack Since War Began, Kyiv Says.  30 drownings in Quebec this year has swim safety organizations calling for greater caution.  Canada men's soccer team facing Guatemala in CONCACAF quarter-finals.  Brothers who popularized Toronto’s iconic peameal bacon sandwiches retiring after five decades. 

Businesses across Canada brace for more U-S tariffs.   Canada orders China's Hikvision to close Canadian operations The CEO of B-C's Interior Health Authority stepping aside.  Iran holds mass funeral for military personnel, secientists, killed in Israeli attacks.  UN Secretary Antonio Guterres criticizes system of aid delivery in Gaza, calling it 'unsafe.'   The world's fourth richest man, Jeff Bezos, and former TV host, Lauren Sánchez tied the knot in extravagant ceremony in Venice.  Canada Day celebrations take place in London's Trafalgar Square.

Canada's GDP shrank by 0.1 percent in April.  Prime Minister Mark Carney's major projects legislation Bill C-5 is now law.  Israeli drone strike kills at least 18 Palestinians in Gaza.  Donald Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' facing hurdles in the U.S.  Billionaire Jeff Bezos's wedding party to go ahead in Venice despite protests.  Influencers' love of matcha could be threatening a delicate supply chain.

US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth holds morning newser, insisting strikes dealt a severe blow to Iranian nuclear sites.  Iran's Supreme leader congratulates nation for victory over Israel in first public appearance since ceasefire.  3 Palestinian men killed by Israeli settlers who attacked and set fire to their community near Ramallah.  Mexico's top court orders release of case file on 43 missing Ayotzinapa students.  Prime Minister Mark Carney's major projects bill C5 could pass in the Senate as early as today.  Americans reflect on 10 years since the United States legalized same-sex marriage.  Buskers in Quebec City slam a new rule requiring they sing in French only.