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Porter Airlines flight cancelled over child's seat belt refusal

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A Porter Airlines flight from Victoria to Toronto on 6 August was cancelled after a young child refused to wear a seat belt and the parent and crew could not persuade them to do so. The aircraft returned to the terminal because it could not safely depart, forcing passengers to rebook on a flight the following day; a child aviation safety expert said unrestrained children can become projectiles during turbulence.

10 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 10 August

Porter Airlines flight cancelled over child's seat belt refusal
A Porter Airlines flight from Victoria to Toronto on 6 August was cancelled after a young child refused to wear a seat belt and the parent and crew could not persuade them to do so. The aircraft returned to the terminal because it could not safely depart, forcing passengers to rebook on a flight the following day; a child aviation safety expert said unrestrained children can become projectiles during turbulence.
10 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 8 August

U.S. Democrats plan Trump investigations if they gain House control
U.S. House Democrats are developing an investigative strategy targeting companies and financial firms surrounding President Trump, using hearings, subpoenas, and document requests rather than pursuing immediate impeachment. Democrats say this approach, informed by lessons from Trump's first term, aims to build evidence of whether Trump used his power to benefit himself, allies, or donors.
8 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 27 July

US pauses Iran strikes for third night to allow diplomacy
President Trump has halted attacks on Iran for the third consecutive night to create space for talks, according to US ambassador Mike Waltz, while an Iranian spokesperson confirmed Tehran has also paused retaliatory attacks. Oil prices have dropped below $90 per barrel following the pause.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 26 July

Trump pauses Iran attacks to allow diplomatic talks space
The US ambassador to the UN said President Trump has paused attacks on Iran for the second night to give diplomacy more time, after nearly two weeks of daily US strikes and tit-for-tat attacks. Iran's army spokesperson said Tehran had halted "retaliatory" attacks in response, and Iran and Oman held technical talks on managing the Strait of Hormuz.
26 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Trump pauses Iran strikes to allow diplomatic negotiations
US President Donald Trump has paused attacks on Iran for the second night in a row to give diplomacy space, according to US Ambassador to the UN Mike Waltz. Iran's army spokesperson said Tehran had also halted "retaliatory" attacks in response, as Iran and Oman held technical talks on managing the Strait of Hormuz.
26 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 2 July

Danny Glover reveals Alzheimer's diagnosis at 79
Actor Danny Glover told NBC that he received an Alzheimer's disease diagnosis not long after receiving an honorary Oscar in 2022. He said his movements, speech and memories have slowed, but he remains active and wants to help change the stigma around the disease by speaking out about his condition.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 23 June

Second ransom note claims 84-year-old abductee Nancy Guthrie died
A second ransom note sent days after Nancy Guthrie, mother of US TV presenter Savannah Guthrie, was abducted from her Arizona home in January claimed she had died. The note reportedly stated the kidnappers did not intend for her to die and included an apology, while the Pima County Sheriff's Department confirmed the investigation remains active.
23 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 13 June

Popular US movie critic Gene Shalit dies at 100
Gene Shalit, a veteran US movie critic known for his playful humor, animated reviews, and distinctive style on NBC's Today show from the 1970s until his 2010 retirement, has died aged 100.
13 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 27 April

Gunman arrested at White House Correspondents' Dinner identified
Cole Tomas Allen, 31, from California, was arrested after exchanging fire with security at the Washington Hilton during the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday. According to CBS sources, Allen told officials he wanted to shoot Trump administration officials, and US media report a history of anti-Trump social media posts and a document describing plans to target administration members.
27 April 2026 · Joy Online →
31-year-old Californian arrested after shots fired at Washington press dinner
Cole Tomas Allen, a 31-year-old from California, was arrested after shots were fired inside the Washington Hilton during the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday night. According to acting US Attorney General Todd Blanche, preliminary findings suggest he was targeting administration officials, though the motive remains under investigation.
27 April 2026 · The Chronicle →