Leons Headlines Sept 25: A new crisis response unit pairing BPS with mental health professionals launches next month, part of the Downtown Safety Strategy.
-BRHC Foundation receives $100K donation from Chemtrade for new Critical Care Centre, featuring a 16-bed ICU with private rooms, 30 beds, equipment & courtyard.
-Indigenous leaders push back on calls to ban moose harvesting in Westman as MB Wildlife Federation says moose populations may not recover without a ban.
-BPS confirm the 2 more victims of the June sword attack at Neelin, a student & staff member, were chased but not injured. A 16yr old boy faces attempted murder & assault charges.
-A 20-year-old Brandon man was arrested for possessing child pornography after a March tip about material uploaded to Dropbox.
-MB Mounties warn seniors about phone scams where callers posing as relatives or lawyers demand bail money—just hang up.
-Uncertainty looms as announcement on future of Canada Post is expected today, and the changes may be “significant”.
-MB Hydro will cut power to 177 homes in Carroll, Hayfield & east of Souris Sunday to replace storm-damaged poles.
-MB harvest now 56% complete: crop report.
-100 searchers are looking for 5yr old Darius Macdougall, missing near Crowsnest Pass while camping; authorities are hopeful he’s alive & see no signs of foul play.
-The Supreme Court of Canada grants stay in the case of BC ostrich cull.
-The PBO will publish an update today on Canada’s economy & Ottawa’s finances as scrutiny over the looming federal budget heats up.
WOW. Finally a legacy media outlet picks up the story that has DOMINATED discussion online in Canada for weeks if not months. The Ostrich cull. Just hearing about it? Interesting, you’re not alone. Global has an update and the Supreme Court Says HOLD ON…..the birds live ot see another day…but what happens now?
Jimmy Kimmel’s return to late night was a ratings smash. No big surprise, but what may surpirse many is that it was the most watched show in 10 years, and 1/4 of the USA couldn’t watch due to the pre-empting of the show on two large TV groups still upset with Jimmy. So how did the ratings get so big? Streaming. As traditional broadcast continues it’s decline, Jimmy crushed it on Youtube.
https://www.tmz.com/2025/09/24/jimmy-kimmel-live-returns-high-ratings
Sunseeker YELLOWJACKET sent over some bacon sticks to the beach bunker. Could be one of the greatest things I’ve ever tasted and everyone wants the recipe. It’s not pretzels but rather bacon wrapped bread sticks with brown sugar. Absolutely incredible. Here’s the 411.
HAPPY DAUGHTER’S DAY!!!!! Today we celebrate the love, joy, and laughter daughters bring into our lives. 🌸 Take a moment to show her how much she means to you! 💛
It’s DREAMY! Sleep time! What was the last thing you did before going to sleep? Do you think it affects your dreams. Wouldn’t it be great to WATCH your dreams on a screen once waking? Apparently Ai DREAM Recorders are COMING….
Free TP in the washroom? Sure, but you have to watch and ad first. In China’s bathrooms to wipe you gotta swipe, and then of course watch and add.
25 Nostalgic Cups From The 80s And 90s That’ll Unlock Key Memories. This post from Pleated Jeans highlights 25 cups from the 80s and 90s that bring back fond memories. Nostalgia lovers will love seeing these iconic designs again.
https://pleated-jeans.com/2025/09/24/nostalgic-cups-from-the-80s-and-90s-thatll-unlock-key-memories
New fastest car on planet: 308.4 mph. AND IT’S AN EV! GAME CHANGER!!!! The Yangwang U9 Xtreme has claimed the title of the fastest production car. This Chinese EV has even surpassed Bugatti’s previous record, making it the fastest EV as well.
