Leons Headlines Aug 26: “Heartbroken” in Foxwarren as the roof of the town’s hockey rink, built in 1949, was torn off Sunday morning, as 100 km/h winds ripped through the area. Wind gusts up to 165KM/hr hit Foxwarren around 6:30 am Sunday as the province closed part of Hwy 475, at the Foxwarren Access due to debris on the road.
-While officials say it didn’t appear like there was any tornadic circulations in Sunday morning’s storm, it did produce a wide swath of wind damage. The Interlake region was also impacted by the storm, with Gypsumville seeing more than 100mm along with the wind.
-The number of wildfire evacuees in Brandon has reached about 1,000 people says Brandon’s Mayor, a number higher than the last report from the Red Cross which last said 200 evacuees were staying in the city.
-Brandon Transit reducing service as buses get much-needed refurbishment, maintenance work. As many as 10 of Brandon’s 17 buses aren’t on the road each day due to repairs.
-Blue Bombers clinch 26-23 victory over Ticats on Friday despite injured, sick players.
Influencer Selfie Accidentally Captures woman getting hit by a car. While taking selfies, an influencer inadvertently captured footage of a woman being hit by a car. The footage might become crucial courtroom evidence.
Box Office Battle: Deadpool & Wolverine Reclaim Top Spot. “Deadpool & Wolverine” surged back to the top of the box office after being briefly overtaken by “Alien: Romulus.” Their reign resumed on Friday.
He’s commuting by Jet but YOU need to use a paper straw? New Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol won’t be regularly seen at the Seattle headquarters. Instead, he plans to commute weekly from California via a private jet.
GOOD NEWS! Gas Prices Drop: Labor Day Predictions. Gas prices have steadily fallen throughout the summer and are now 47 cents lower than last year. Some analysts predict $3 per gallon might be on the horizon.
https://www.npr.org/2024/08/23/nx-s1-5082422/gas-prices-lower-pump-summer
Food & Mood: Impact Revealed by Study. A recent study highlights how food choices directly impact mood and emotions. Blood sugar fluctuations post-meal may significantly influence anxiety and depression.
https://studyfinds.org/food-choices-anxiety-depression
Playing for two teams at once? MLB Milestone: Catcher to Play for Two Teams. Danny Jansen might make a rare MLB appearance by playing for both the Red Sox and Blue Jays. This unique situation could place him in both box scores.
TikTok Trend sending kids to hospital: Dangerous Candied Fruit. While TikTok trends are often creative and fun, they can also be risky. The latest candied fruit trend is causing hospital visits, prompting calls for caution.
https://www.mashed.com/1647953/tiktok-viral-candied-fruit-trend
Airport Chaos: Miami Meltdown Over Missed Flight. This guy is losing his mind after missing his flight to Madrid. The scene turned chaotic as he lamented his bad luck.
EU Borders: Goodbye to Passport Stamps. Starting in November, EU border crossings will go digital, eliminating passport stamps. This shift marks a significant change for frequent travelers.
In-Flight Food: What to Avoid According to Attendants. Flight attendants have shared insider tips on which in-flight foods and drinks to avoid. You’ve likely consumed at least one of these before.
https://www.buzzfeed.com/annarahmanan/worst-food-and-drink-on-plane-7487544-1
Good Question: Oxygen Masks: What to Do in the Bathroom? If you’re in the plane bathroom when oxygen masks drop, should you stay or run to your seat? Industry insiders provide crucial advice on this scenario.
