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France 24
8 hours ago
- Politics
- France 24
NASA captures closest-ever images of the Sun
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CBC
a day ago
- Climate
- CBC
Wildfires force evacuation of around 12,000 people from areas of Manitoba
Wildfires continue to threaten communities throughout Manitoba, with some regions under a state of emergency and an air quality alert. An estimated 12,000 people have evacuated the area.
CTV News
a day ago
- Climate
- CTV News
Open-air fire ban in effect for Ottawa
Ottawa Fire Services has issued an open-air fire ban for the city of Ottawa. All open-air fires are prohibited during a ban, even if you have an open-air fire permit. This ban applies to agricultural burns, brush pile burns, campfires, and wood-burning outdoor fireplaces. 'There will be zero tolerance enforcement during the fire ban,' Ottawa Fire Services say. An extended heat warning remains in effect in the city, with high temperatures in the 30 C area and humidex values in the low 40s. Smoke from wildfires in northern Ontario and the Prairies has also blown over the city in recent days, leading to poor air quality. Ottawa has seen 21.7 millimetres of rain so far this month, with fewer than 7 mm in the last week. A chance of showers is in the forecast Thursday.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Wildfires close Grand Canyon's North Rim 'until further notice'
Wildfires raging near the Grand Canyon's North Rim have prompted evacuations, air quality concerns and the closure of the North Rim of the national park. The White Sage Fire started July 9 when lightning struck during a thunderstorm, according to the Bureau of Land Management. As of late July 11, it had burned 10,973 acres and was 0% contained. The fire is located 15 miles southeast of Fredonia, Arizona, and was moving toward Jacob Lake, officials said. Authorities evacuated about 500 visitors from the Grand Canyon's North Rim on July 10 in response to the fast-growing fire, the National Park Service said. Evacuations were expanded on July 11 to include a vast chunk of land north of the Grand Canyon with the following boundaries: the Utah border in the north, Grand Canyon National Park in the south, House Rock Valley Road/Buffalo Ranch Road in the east, and Kaibab National Forest in the west, according to the Arizona Republic, part of the USA TODAY Network. The area is in "go" status, meaning all residents and visitors should leave immediately. "All visitors have left the area, and park employees and residents remain sheltering in place," the Grand Canyon NPS said. Another fire burning on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon, the Dragon Bravo Fire, burned 1,500 acres and was also 0% contained. It started July 4 as the result of another lightning strike, officials said. Evacuation orders were also issued to North Rim residents in the vicinity of the Dragon Bravo fire. "The North Rim remains closed to all visitor use until further notice to support firefighting operations and ensure public safety for this fire and the nearby White Sage Fire," the National Park Service said in a July 11 statement. Smoke can be seen from the South Rim of the park, and the National Park Service urged visitors to monitor air quality conditions. Extreme fire weather was helping the White Sage Fire grow rapidly, officials said. The fire "made a significant run" the afternoon of July 10, with "erratic" winds of 15 to 20 mph and low humidity helping it spread. According to forecasters with the National Weather Service office in Flagstaff, "elevated fire danger will continue as long as hot and locally breezy conditions remain." Contributing: Austin Corona, The Arizona Republic This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Wildfires burn near Grand Canyon. Here's what to know
The Advertiser
26-06-2025
- Sport
- The Advertiser
'A lot fitter than me': Knights NRLW forward ignites a Newcastle rugby career
Tomas Aoake reckons there is nothing like watching his partner, Knights NRLW forward, Grace Kukutai play live. For the past four years, the sporting guns have lived on opposite sides of the world. Aoake, 29, plays Major League Rugby for San Diego and last Saturday made his debut for the Hunter Wildfires in the Shute Shield. Kukutai was a professional netballer in New Zealand, before switching to rugby union and playing Super W for the Waikato Chiefs. Last year, the athletic 28-year-old swapped codes and is gearing up for a second season with the Knights in the NRLW. "We have been together almost 11 years and have been a part for large periods," Aoake said. "It's good to be playing in the same place. "We do a lot of training together in the off-season. She is a lot fitter than me. She keeps me accountable on that front. "I have been helping her out with skills work. I came from a rugby league background. I was in the Warriors system for three years out of school and then transitioned to rugby. "I love watching her play, especially live. If Grace knows I'm in the stands, she pushes that litttle bit harder." The long-term partner's debuts for Newcastle were vastly different. Kukutai was concussed in a crunching tackle by Roosters and Jillaroos prop Millie Elliott in the season-opener last season, and spent most of the campaign helping the Knights' reserve-grade team make the NSW Premiership grand final Aoake, playing off the bench, scored a try with his first touch in a 27-26 triumph over Randwick last Saturday. "He literally arrived on Sunday and played the next Saturday," Kukutai said. "He only got 20 minutes, but with his first touch he scored. He's so annoying ... he's actually the most humble person." Kukutai is expected to play a bigger role in the Knights' NRLW squad this season, starting against Canterbury at Accor Stadium on July 4. Aoake will make his run-on debut for the Wildfires at outside centre in place of Veni Vahai (shoulder) against Western Sydney at No.2 Sportsground on Saturday. He will play out the season with Wildfires before returning to San Diego for the 2026 MLR season. "Our coach at San Diego, John Manenti was the Aussie Sevens coach and knew Darren Coleman was here at the Wildfires," Aoake said. Kukutai is enjoying the time the pair have together. "I think the Wildfires finish up in August, and who knows what will happen after that, but it's just nice for a few months," she said. "Just just having that support at home. You miss it a little bit being away from family and friends." Aoke's arrival has been timely for the Wildfires, who have lost Sione Taufui (mouth) and Vahai (shoulder) to injury in consecutive weeks. "He has come from a high standard," head coach Scott Coleman said. "He is contracted to San Diego and played for Auckland in the NPC. He has good skills and a high rugby IQ." Aoake is one of three changes from the win over Randwick. Mesu Kunavuala comes in at lock for Kirk Tufuga (concussion) and Elyjah Crosswell replaces Danny Maiava (hamstring) on the side of the scrum. The Wallabies squad are based in Newcastle from Friday in the lead-up to the Test against Fiji (July 6) and will hold a meet and greet session for fans at the Wildfires' game. Tomas Aoake reckons there is nothing like watching his partner, Knights NRLW forward, Grace Kukutai play live. For the past four years, the sporting guns have lived on opposite sides of the world. Aoake, 29, plays Major League Rugby for San Diego and last Saturday made his debut for the Hunter Wildfires in the Shute Shield. Kukutai was a professional netballer in New Zealand, before switching to rugby union and playing Super W for the Waikato Chiefs. Last year, the athletic 28-year-old swapped codes and is gearing up for a second season with the Knights in the NRLW. "We have been together almost 11 years and have been a part for large periods," Aoake said. "It's good to be playing in the same place. "We do a lot of training together in the off-season. She is a lot fitter than me. She keeps me accountable on that front. "I have been helping her out with skills work. I came from a rugby league background. I was in the Warriors system for three years out of school and then transitioned to rugby. "I love watching her play, especially live. If Grace knows I'm in the stands, she pushes that litttle bit harder." The long-term partner's debuts for Newcastle were vastly different. Kukutai was concussed in a crunching tackle by Roosters and Jillaroos prop Millie Elliott in the season-opener last season, and spent most of the campaign helping the Knights' reserve-grade team make the NSW Premiership grand final Aoake, playing off the bench, scored a try with his first touch in a 27-26 triumph over Randwick last Saturday. "He literally arrived on Sunday and played the next Saturday," Kukutai said. "He only got 20 minutes, but with his first touch he scored. He's so annoying ... he's actually the most humble person." Kukutai is expected to play a bigger role in the Knights' NRLW squad this season, starting against Canterbury at Accor Stadium on July 4. Aoake will make his run-on debut for the Wildfires at outside centre in place of Veni Vahai (shoulder) against Western Sydney at No.2 Sportsground on Saturday. He will play out the season with Wildfires before returning to San Diego for the 2026 MLR season. "Our coach at San Diego, John Manenti was the Aussie Sevens coach and knew Darren Coleman was here at the Wildfires," Aoake said. Kukutai is enjoying the time the pair have together. "I think the Wildfires finish up in August, and who knows what will happen after that, but it's just nice for a few months," she said. "Just just having that support at home. You miss it a little bit being away from family and friends." Aoke's arrival has been timely for the Wildfires, who have lost Sione Taufui (mouth) and Vahai (shoulder) to injury in consecutive weeks. "He has come from a high standard," head coach Scott Coleman said. "He is contracted to San Diego and played for Auckland in the NPC. He has good skills and a high rugby IQ." Aoake is one of three changes from the win over Randwick. Mesu Kunavuala comes in at lock for Kirk Tufuga (concussion) and Elyjah Crosswell replaces Danny Maiava (hamstring) on the side of the scrum. The Wallabies squad are based in Newcastle from Friday in the lead-up to the Test against Fiji (July 6) and will hold a meet and greet session for fans at the Wildfires' game. Tomas Aoake reckons there is nothing like watching his partner, Knights NRLW forward, Grace Kukutai play live. For the past four years, the sporting guns have lived on opposite sides of the world. Aoake, 29, plays Major League Rugby for San Diego and last Saturday made his debut for the Hunter Wildfires in the Shute Shield. Kukutai was a professional netballer in New Zealand, before switching to rugby union and playing Super W for the Waikato Chiefs. Last year, the athletic 28-year-old swapped codes and is gearing up for a second season with the Knights in the NRLW. "We have been together almost 11 years and have been a part for large periods," Aoake said. "It's good to be playing in the same place. "We do a lot of training together in the off-season. She is a lot fitter than me. She keeps me accountable on that front. "I have been helping her out with skills work. I came from a rugby league background. I was in the Warriors system for three years out of school and then transitioned to rugby. "I love watching her play, especially live. If Grace knows I'm in the stands, she pushes that litttle bit harder." The long-term partner's debuts for Newcastle were vastly different. Kukutai was concussed in a crunching tackle by Roosters and Jillaroos prop Millie Elliott in the season-opener last season, and spent most of the campaign helping the Knights' reserve-grade team make the NSW Premiership grand final Aoake, playing off the bench, scored a try with his first touch in a 27-26 triumph over Randwick last Saturday. "He literally arrived on Sunday and played the next Saturday," Kukutai said. "He only got 20 minutes, but with his first touch he scored. He's so annoying ... he's actually the most humble person." Kukutai is expected to play a bigger role in the Knights' NRLW squad this season, starting against Canterbury at Accor Stadium on July 4. Aoake will make his run-on debut for the Wildfires at outside centre in place of Veni Vahai (shoulder) against Western Sydney at No.2 Sportsground on Saturday. He will play out the season with Wildfires before returning to San Diego for the 2026 MLR season. "Our coach at San Diego, John Manenti was the Aussie Sevens coach and knew Darren Coleman was here at the Wildfires," Aoake said. Kukutai is enjoying the time the pair have together. "I think the Wildfires finish up in August, and who knows what will happen after that, but it's just nice for a few months," she said. "Just just having that support at home. You miss it a little bit being away from family and friends." Aoke's arrival has been timely for the Wildfires, who have lost Sione Taufui (mouth) and Vahai (shoulder) to injury in consecutive weeks. "He has come from a high standard," head coach Scott Coleman said. "He is contracted to San Diego and played for Auckland in the NPC. He has good skills and a high rugby IQ." Aoake is one of three changes from the win over Randwick. Mesu Kunavuala comes in at lock for Kirk Tufuga (concussion) and Elyjah Crosswell replaces Danny Maiava (hamstring) on the side of the scrum. The Wallabies squad are based in Newcastle from Friday in the lead-up to the Test against Fiji (July 6) and will hold a meet and greet session for fans at the Wildfires' game. Tomas Aoake reckons there is nothing like watching his partner, Knights NRLW forward, Grace Kukutai play live. For the past four years, the sporting guns have lived on opposite sides of the world. Aoake, 29, plays Major League Rugby for San Diego and last Saturday made his debut for the Hunter Wildfires in the Shute Shield. Kukutai was a professional netballer in New Zealand, before switching to rugby union and playing Super W for the Waikato Chiefs. Last year, the athletic 28-year-old swapped codes and is gearing up for a second season with the Knights in the NRLW. "We have been together almost 11 years and have been a part for large periods," Aoake said. "It's good to be playing in the same place. "We do a lot of training together in the off-season. She is a lot fitter than me. She keeps me accountable on that front. "I have been helping her out with skills work. I came from a rugby league background. I was in the Warriors system for three years out of school and then transitioned to rugby. "I love watching her play, especially live. If Grace knows I'm in the stands, she pushes that litttle bit harder." The long-term partner's debuts for Newcastle were vastly different. Kukutai was concussed in a crunching tackle by Roosters and Jillaroos prop Millie Elliott in the season-opener last season, and spent most of the campaign helping the Knights' reserve-grade team make the NSW Premiership grand final Aoake, playing off the bench, scored a try with his first touch in a 27-26 triumph over Randwick last Saturday. "He literally arrived on Sunday and played the next Saturday," Kukutai said. "He only got 20 minutes, but with his first touch he scored. He's so annoying ... he's actually the most humble person." Kukutai is expected to play a bigger role in the Knights' NRLW squad this season, starting against Canterbury at Accor Stadium on July 4. Aoake will make his run-on debut for the Wildfires at outside centre in place of Veni Vahai (shoulder) against Western Sydney at No.2 Sportsground on Saturday. He will play out the season with Wildfires before returning to San Diego for the 2026 MLR season. "Our coach at San Diego, John Manenti was the Aussie Sevens coach and knew Darren Coleman was here at the Wildfires," Aoake said. Kukutai is enjoying the time the pair have together. "I think the Wildfires finish up in August, and who knows what will happen after that, but it's just nice for a few months," she said. "Just just having that support at home. You miss it a little bit being away from family and friends." Aoke's arrival has been timely for the Wildfires, who have lost Sione Taufui (mouth) and Vahai (shoulder) to injury in consecutive weeks. "He has come from a high standard," head coach Scott Coleman said. "He is contracted to San Diego and played for Auckland in the NPC. He has good skills and a high rugby IQ." Aoake is one of three changes from the win over Randwick. Mesu Kunavuala comes in at lock for Kirk Tufuga (concussion) and Elyjah Crosswell replaces Danny Maiava (hamstring) on the side of the scrum. The Wallabies squad are based in Newcastle from Friday in the lead-up to the Test against Fiji (July 6) and will hold a meet and greet session for fans at the Wildfires' game.
