Leons Headlines Oct 21: Canada’s inflation hit 2.4% in September, as food soars 4%, marking a 20% increase over 5 years—so a $300 grocery bill in 2021 now costs over $360, nearly matching the 19% rise seen across the entire 2010–2020 decade.
-A 3-run homer by George Springer in Game 7 lifted the Blue Jays over the Mariners 4-3 sending Toronto to its first World Series since 1993, starting Friday vs the LA Dodgers.
-Brandon’s main food bank & soup kitchen report a huge increase in demand, 600 more hampers than last year & Helping Hands seeing double-digit increase amid rising living costs.
-Three men known to Melinda Lynxleg arrested & charged in connection with 2020 disappearance & death, following RCMP investigation in the Russell/Roblin area.
-MB welcomes 6 new US doctors with 30 more possible as recruitment continues.
-MLLC tosses $30K in expired US alcohol after pulling American products from shelves.
-Amazon says AWS cloud service is back to normal after outage disrupts businesses worldwide.
-Manitobans buying more cannabis; revenue growth outpacing booze.
-Cedar Hollow haunted house in Brandon’s west end reopens collecting food through its Scare Away Hunger drive.
-International Peace Garden develops new landscaping plan & long-term vision to include rebuilding the Peace Towers for the 100th anniversary in 2032.
-Canadians staying in the US for over 30 days must now complete a registration, provide fingerprints, and pay a $30USD fee.
-Toyota is recalling thousands of 2025 Sienna Hybrids in Canada due to faulty seat rail welds, marking its third recall in a month.
-Jets double Flames 2-1.
THE THREE RUN HOMER THAT SENT the Blue Jays to the WORLD SERIES!!!!!
What a great story. When one of the start player from the Jays had a famous baseball father who also played in Canada for the Montreal Expos, this Cinderella story of the Blue Jays gets even sweeter!
Snowbirds face new U.S. entry rules. Snowbirds now pay a $30 entry fee, and U.S. border crossings require fingerprinting and a photo. This change aims to tighten security while adding a small cost to seasonal travel.
Top 50 Bars on Planet Earth. Hong Kong’s Bar Leone claims the #1 spot for its mix of inventive cocktails, immersive ambiance, and world-class service. Its recognition highlights what makes a bar truly great: creativity, atmosphere, and attention to detail.
https://www.cnn.com/2025/10/08/travel/worlds-best-bar-awards-2025-bar-leone-hong-kong
Air China battery explosion caught on camera. A battery exploded mid-flight on an Air China plane, alarming passengers as crew quickly contained the situation. The incident was captured on video, sparking discussion about airline safety and electronic devices.
The World’s 10 Most Disliked Airlines Revealed. A new global study ranks American Airlines as the world’s most disliked carrier, citing poor customer satisfaction and service woes. The Dallas-based airline topped the list in a survey that found flying remains far from glamorous for most travelers.
https://studyfinds.org/worlds-10-most-disliked-airlines-revealed-global-study
Halloween now second only to Christmas. Halloween has officially become the second most popular family event of the year, trailing only Christmas in celebrations and spending. A new party-planning tool even lets users “spin” for spooky snack ideas ranging from puff pastries to blood-curdling treats.
