Cross-Border Infrastructure: Canada and Michigan have agreed to open the Gordie Howe International Bridge on July 27 after a long standoff, with Canada sharing about half of net toll profits and a 15-year economic development fund tied to bridge earnings. Public Safety & Rail Oversight: Transport Canada says it’s monitoring the July 5 derailment in Repentigny, Quebec, and has appointed a Minister’s Observer to support the Transportation Safety Board investigation. Health-Care Policy Clash: Saskatchewan’s NDP alleges the province has “quietly” stopped health coverage for some immigrants with maintained status, leaving legally authorized workers without provincial insurance while they wait on federal decisions. Crime & Enforcement: RCMP says a West Vancouver man linked to Indian gang extortion and drug trafficking was arrested in France and faces extradition to the U.S., with authorities seeking forfeiture of a $5.5M home. Community Impact of Flooding: Canada’s National Ukrainian Festival in Dauphin is cancelled after flooding displaced health-care providers and left organizers unable to ensure timely emergency coverage. Media & Marketing: Meta is cutting off an Instagram feature used to generate AI images of users, while Netflix is reported to be in talks to buy Letterboxd—both signals of how platforms are reshaping audience engagement and content ecosystems. Sports Culture: The Toronto Blue Jays beat the Padres 5-3 as Kazuma Okamoto hit a three-run homer; separately, FIFA-related fan activity continues to drive local attention in host cities.