13 things about UFC fighter Serhiy Sidey from Burlington, Ontario, Canada

Serhiy Sidey is a Ukrainian-Canadian mixed martial artist from Chernivtsi Oblast, competing in the UFC bantamweight division. He has a professional record of 11 wins and 2 losses, with notable fights in BTC Fight Promotions before joining the UFC. He made his UFC debut on January 20, 2024, after an earlier victory in Contender Series.

Ontario, Canada’s Muhammed Gwandu subject to ICE detainer

Todd M. Lyons became the acting director of ICE on March 9, 2025. From April 25-27, 2025, Operation Lights Out resulted in the arrest of 19 men, including Muhammed Gwandu, for human trafficking and online exploitation of minors. Multiple agencies collaborated, with a focus on prosecuting these predators.

10 things about Vancouver, Canada’s Kai-Ji Adam Lo

Kai-Ji Adam Lo, a Taiwanese-Canadian born in 1994, grew up in Taiwan before moving to Vancouver. Following family tragedies, including his brother Alexander's homicide in 2024, Lo faced mental health struggles. In 2025, he drove into a crowd at a festival, killing 11 people and injuring many, leading to multiple murder charges.

Vancouver’s Kai-Ji Adam Lo accused of driving SUV into crowd at Filipino community festival

Kai-Ji Adam Lo, 30, of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada is accused of driving a luxury SUV into a crowd at a Filipino community festival on April 26, 2025. He was charged with with eight counts of second-degree murder.

Woodland Hills, California’s Monica Sementilli is 3rd person convicted in Fabio Sementilli murder case

Fabio Sementilli, an Italian-Canadian hairstylist, was murdered on January 23, 2017, after a plot orchestrated by his wife, Monica, and Robert Baker. They aimed to benefit from a $1.6 million life insurance policy. Baker was sentenced to life in prison, while Monica was later convicted of first-degree murder.

Gladstone, Oregon’s Noah Madrano sentenced to 50 years in federal prison

Noah T. W. Madrano, 43, of Gladstone, Clackamas County, Oregon, United States abducted and sexually abused a girl from Canada. He was sentenced to five decades in prison. https://twitter.com/MrAndyNgo/status/1546895357203955713 Noah Madrano Madrano was born in Aberdeen, South Dakota, USA. He is a former resident of Louisville, Kentucky, USA and Gaithersburg, Maryland, USA. Aside from Gladstone, … Continue reading Gladstone, Oregon’s Noah Madrano sentenced to 50 years in federal prison

13 things about Toronto, Ontario actor D’Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai

D'Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai is a Toronto-born actor, model, and activist of mixed heritage. Known for his roles in "Reservation Dogs" and "Beans," he has won awards for his performances. A black belt in Shotokan karate, he debuted on screen in 2018. As of 2024, he is 23 and continues to evolve in the film industry.

13 things about Miss Grand Canada 2023 Yuliya Shcherban

Yuliya Shcherban, a Ukrainian-Canadian figure skater and beauty queen, represented Canada at Miss Grand International 2023, which was won by Luciana Fuster of Peru. Born in Ukraine, she moved to Canada in 2007, excelling in academics and figure skating while engaging in various charitable and leadership activities throughout her life.

13 things about Miss Universe Canada 2018 Marta Stepien

Marta Magdalena Stępień, a Polish-Canadian beauty queen and researcher, represented Canada in major pageants, including Miss Universe and Miss International. Born in Warsaw and moved to Canada in 2000, she earned degrees in engineering. Stępień is multilingual and won Miss Universe Canada 2018, finishing as a semifinalist at Miss Universe.

Ontario’s Gareth West, Quebec’s Jimmy Ylimaki still at large

Gareth West and Jimmy Ylimaki, part of 25 Canadians charged in a $21 million scam targeting elderly individuals across the U.S., remain at large. The scam involved impersonating relatives in legal trouble to solicit funds from victims. An investigation led to the arrest of several suspects linked to call centers in Quebec.