Family says Toronto gunman had mental issues

The 29-year-old man who opened fire on restaurant goers and pedestrians on a Toronto street overnight, killing two people and wounding 13, had "severe" mental health issues, his family said on Monday.

At least 20 dead in Greek wildfires

At least 20 people have died and more than 100 injured after wildfires tore through woodland and villages around Athens, as Greek authorities rushed to evacuate residents and tourists stranded on beaches in coastal areas early on Tuesday.

Cuban legislature adopts new constitution

Cuba's National Assembly on Sunday adopted a new constitution that would recognise market economics yet keep the Communist Party firmly in control of the economy and the ship of state.

Macron security official filmed hitting protester

One of President Emmanuel Macron's top security officers was at the centre of an escalating scandal for the French leader on Thursday after being filmed assaulting a protester during a May Day demonstration.

Canada PM shakes up govt ahead of 2019 elections

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau reshuffled his government on Wednesday, setting the stage for his Liberal Party ahead of legislative elections next year amid tensions on global trade and the rise of populism.

Mexico slaps huge fine on president-elect’s party

Mexico's electoral authorities imposed a US$10-million fine on Wednesday on President-elect Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador's party for fraudulently using money from a trust fund for earthquake victims in its campaign.

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