Stroke Awareness, Mumbai Billboard Disaster and Mango?! 🥭

This week's weather is a mix of surprises!

We'll see a combo of rain, scattered showers, and partly cloudy skies. Temps will range from 9°C to 17°C. Keep an umbrella handy, stay safe, and enjoy the changing weather!

Alberta could use some water through rain this year. Better than having a smoky season.

• 🚑 Kyle McMorrow, only 36, had a stroke and now shares his recovery story 🧠. Joined by Dr. Philip Stieg, they highlight key warning signs: sudden numbness, confusion, vision trouble, dizziness, and severe headaches. Recognizing these early can be life-saving—call 911 immediately if you spot them.
  
  I insist you watch this one.

• 🚔 Ontario's getting tough on impaired driving! New plans include lifetime licence suspensions for drivers causing deaths while impaired, mandatory ignition interlock devices, and increased education and treatment for offenders. The aim is to cut down on impaired driving, which causes one-third of road deaths in Ontario. (Read here)

• 🏫 Granum School in Alberta is shaking things up by switching to a four-day school week starting in September! This change is all about streamlining their budget, attracting staff, and boosting student success. After many families turned to homeschooling post-pandemic or moved due to childcare issues, the school hopes this will increase enrollment. Plus, farming families love the extra day with their kids at home. Curious to know more? (Read here)

• 🏠 Here’s a peek at the rental chaos in Calgary: A sweet townhome popped up for rent at $1,700 a month, and boom! It got hit with over 900+ applications in just one day. People were practically camping outside! The market’s so tight that even the outgoing tenant had to make a "by appointment only" sign because folks were dropping in non-stop. It’s like a rental frenzy out there! (Read here)

• 🚀 Calgary's city council gave the thumbs up to blanket rezoning, sparking a buzz among homeowners. This move loosens zoning laws, opening doors to diverse housing options. Opinions are split: some love the potential, while others worry about neighborhood impacts. (Watch video)

• 🚔 An Edmonton police officer won't face charges for shooting Steven Nguyen in 2021, despite evidence hinting at wrongdoing. Nguyen, unarmed during the incident, was shot four times by Const. Alexander Doduk. Doduk claimed self-defense, but doubts arise due to poor lighting and mistaking a phone for a gun. ASIRT raised concerns, but the Crown decided against charges. Nguyen's family and lawyers are shocked and considering legal action. (Read more here)
  

• 🚀 India's economic rocket is set for blast-off with a soaring 6.9% growth projection, making it the Usain Bolt of major economies! Fuelled by lower inflation, powerful exports, and a flood of foreign investments, India is becoming the hottest investment destination for Western companies. Challenges lurk, but the outlook remains bright and optimistic. (Read here)

• 🚗 Imagine a wild chase across Lonavala, Mumbai, Thane, and even Ahmedabad like a scene from a movie, all to catch Bhavesh Bhinde, the guy behind the Mumbai billboard disaster! After the chaos that left 16 dead and 75 injured, Bhinde pulled a disappearing act, only to be nabbed in Udaipur after three days on the run. Talk about a real-life thriller! This whole ordeal's shining a big spotlight on Mumbai's lax advertising safety rules, with everyone shouting for tighter checks. (Watch video | Read here)

• 🍳 Imagine frying parathas not in oil, but in diesel fuel! This bizarre video has netizens worried about food safety and health risks. People are calling for authorities like FSSAI to step in. It's a reminder to stick to safe cooking practices and healthy eating. (Read more here)

🏏 From the ground

Here’s a quick update on IPL 2024: SunRisers Hyderabad(SRH) has clinched a playoff spot after a match washout. Now, Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore are fighting for the last spot. CSK is in a better position with 14 points and a good net run rate (NRR). A win against RCB secures their spot. RCB needs a big win in their last game to have a chance. Lucknow Super Giants face tough odds due to their low NRR. Delhi Capitals are out of the race.