Video footage reveals the devastating impact of tornadoes in Missouri, where 12 residents lost their lives. Across the Midwest and South, these storms have claimed at least 40 lives, with fatalities also reported in Arkansas, Alabama, and Mississippi. The severe weather extended to western Pennsylvania, which experienced intense storms.
In other news, Canada's newly appointed Prime Minister met with King Charles at Buckingham Palace before engaging in discussions with UK Prime Minister Starmer. Meanwhile, a SpaceX capsule successfully docked at the International Space Station, preparing for the return of astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, who have been in space for nearly 10 months.
In political circles, a Democrat and a Republican clashed over the introduction of the only transgender member of the US Congress. Additionally, Mahmoud Khalil, a permanent US resident, was detained for his involvement in pro-Palestinian protests on campus last year.
The EF-2 tornado in Missouri reached wind speeds of up to 115 mph (185 km/h) and traveled approximately 4 miles (6.4 km). Dashcam footage captured the dramatic moment when a wooden board flew from a pickup truck and shattered a car's windshield.
A resident of the capital remarked, "You can dig up concrete but you cannot erase history," reflecting on the enduring impact of recent events. Meanwhile, discussions continue about the president's evolving stance on the US stock market's performance.
Climate change, economic issues, and the US under Trump's leadership are top priorities for many Canadians. In the US, Doug Ford announced a 25% electricity surcharge affecting 1.5 million homes and businesses in Minnesota, Michigan, and New York.
Mark Carney has emerged victorious in the race to succeed Justin Trudeau as Canada's Prime Minister and leader of the Liberal Party. Carney expressed concerns about threats from Washington impacting Canada's way of life.
A dramatic rescue unfolded as a US Coast Guard swimmer was lowered to save a woman from rising floodwaters surrounding her car. The Canadian Prime Minister became emotional during one of his final press conferences as the nation's leader.
A severe winter storm has struck parts of the US Midwest, bringing strong winds and heavy snowfall. Elon Musk's private space company successfully completed its eighth Starship test flight, achieving another successful rocket booster catch.
In the US House of Representatives, Green and fellow Democrats broke into song after voting to censure a Texas congressman for disrupting a speech about Trump. In Brooklyn, New York, three people narrowly avoided injury when a tree fell onto a sidewalk.
Newly released footage showcases Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost making the second-ever commercial moon landing.