Harris in the Spotlight as Heir to Biden’s Campaign: Global National July 22, 2024

After President Joe Biden dropped out of the race and endorsed her, U.S. Vice-President Kamala Harris has quickly become the front-runner for the Democrats’ nominee in the 2024 presidential election. The growing number of Democrats endorsing Harris has solidified her position, leaving many wondering if any other Democrats have a viable chance of challenging her. This unexpected turn of events has also thrown a curveball into Donald Trump’s campaign, shaking up the political landscape.

At a congressional hearing, U.S. Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle faced tough questions about security failures leading up to the July 13th assassination attempt on Trump at a rally in Pennsylvania. Cheatle’s admissions left lawmakers frustrated as they sought answers about the lapses that allowed such a dangerous situation to occur.

In Alberta, two men have been charged with threatening to kill federal politicians, including Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. The rise in violent threats and harassment against public officials is alarming, as the country grapples with the consequences of such behavior.

An incident near Israel’s border with Gaza resulted in a Canadian man being shot and killed by security forces after he threatened them with a knife. The circumstances surrounding the man and the incident are still being investigated by Israeli police.

As Canada’s wildfire season picks up steam, communities in B.C. and Alberta are being forced to evacuate due to the hundreds of fires raging across the provinces. Concerns about air quality and the impact of the smoke on residents are growing, as firefighters work tirelessly to contain the blazes.

In British Columbia, more than 300 fires are currently burning, with over half of them classified as out of control. Evacuation orders and alerts, as well as highway closures, are causing chaos for residents in affected areas. In Williams Lake, a wildfire came dangerously close to the community on Sunday night, highlighting the urgency of the situation.

Despite school being out for the summer, a group of students are participating in a two-week summer camp in northwestern Ontario, studying alongside scientists from around the world. The camp at IISD Experimental Lakes Area (ELA) offers unique learning opportunities for these budding scientists, as they explore new ideas and concepts in their field.