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A Calgary man whose wife was killed in an attack that left him with a gunshot wound to the face has finally admitted to helping the leader of an organized crime syndicate launder more than $800,000.

Ryan Ness of the Canadian Climate Institute says he's been following the "terrible tragedy" of deadly flash flooding unfolding in Texas, where more than 100 people have died. But he's also worried Canada isn't doing enough to prevent such disasters here, saying the country needs to invest in flood mapping, infrastructure and early warning systems.

Twyla Evans, 39, was last seen alive on the evening of Sept. 6, 2019. She left her home to go to the movies, but has never been seen since. Stan Cross, 49, has now been charged with first-degree murder in her death.

WestJet's schedule of direct flights is opening up to new locations in Mexico and Central America after the airline saw a descent in demand for U.S. destinations this year.