Courtroom Drama: Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey’s bid to enter Canada for the World Cup opener was rejected by a federal judge, leaving him in the U.S. while Ghana plays Panama in Toronto; his legal team says other requests are still active as he awaits trial on rape charges in Britain. Sports Broadcasting: “Hockey Night in Canada” will not return to CBC next season after the Rogers-CBC sublicensing deal expired, marking the end of a near-75-year run on the public network. World Cup Fitness Watch: Canada’s Alphonso Davies status remains unclear as he continues a structured return-to-play after injury, with officials keeping details tight ahead of the key match vs. Qatar. Public Safety & Weather: Environment Canada issued a severe thunderstorm watch for parts of eastern and central Alberta, warning of strong winds, large hail and heavy rain. Canada Day Local Plans: St. Marys is set to mark Canada Day with a parade, flag-raising, Indigenous land welcome and family activities at Cadzow Park. Trade & Diplomacy: India and Canada agreed to push free trade talks toward a year-end finish and to launch negotiations on a security information agreement.