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CBC.ca
4th youth arrested in alleged hockey hazing sex assault investigation
Police in Nova Scotia say a fourth youth has been arrested in connection to a sexual assault investigation that involves alleged hazing incidents and a hockey team in the Truro area.
West Wing, Thirtysomething actor Timothy Busfield indicted on 4 counts of sexual contact with a child
A New Mexico grand jury has indicted actor Timothy Busfield on four counts of criminal sexual contact with a child.
World skiing body FIS aims to quash penis-enlargement sideshow
World skiing's governing body has moved swiftly to quash talk of ski jumpers injecting their penises with paraffin or hyaluronic acid to gain a competitive edge, but scientists and ski jumpers at the Winter Olympics say if true, it would make perfect sense.
Commentator, former Blue Jays catcher Buck Martinez announces retirement
Toronto Blue Jays announcer Buck Martinez has announced his retirement, ending a career that saw the former big-league catcher call over 4,000 Blue Jays games over four-plus decades in the booth.
Atikamekw leader denied access to Quebec constitution consultations over eagle staff
Sipi Flamand, Chief of the Atikamekw Council of Manawan, was denied access to public consultations into Quebec's proposed constitution at the National Assembly on Thursday, because he was carrying an Eagle Staff.
Trump shares election conspiracy social media video with racist depiction of Obamas
A post from U.S. President Donald Trump's Truth Social account in which Barack and Michelle Obama are superimposed atop the bodies of apes was taken down after an outcry on Friday.
Alberta cuts health-care access for some foreign workers, raising concerns in tourism sector
Alberta has stopped offering provincial health coverage to some people on working holiday and young professional visas, a change that came into effect earlier this year without a public announcement. The shift is raising concerns in the Bow Valley, where tourism businesses rely heavily on international workers.
He fled B.C. in 2015. Now, he's been connected to 2 suspected biolabs in the United States
A man who fled B.C. in 2015 with the threat of multimillion-dollar court judgments and a sentence for civil contempt hanging over his head, has been linked to the discovery of two suspected biolabs in California and Las Vegas, Nev.
The Washington Post and billionaires’ assault on journalism
What do mass layoffs at the Washington Post reveal about a war on journalism in the Trump-era?
Toronto’s commercial real estate market is growing for the first time since the pandemic
Two new reports point to a period of sustained growth for the city’s commercial real estate market, largely due to large companies calling workers back into the office last fall.
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Toronto Star
Play Winter Olympics beer bingo with us: It's Day 1, and we already have our first scandal
The Winter Games are here. From the opening ceremony to the quest for gold, track every moment with our bingo card and a roster of local craft beers.
Peel police suspend three officers in relation to explosive Project South investigation
Project South, a wide-ranging investigation revealed Thursday saw seven Toronto police officers and one retired officer charged criminally.
Actor Timothy Busfield indicted on 4 counts of sexual contact with a child
A New Mexico grand jury has indicted Timothy Busfield on four counts of criminal sexual contact with a child.
Retired Toronto cop charged in corruption probe also tied to case involving alleged debt collector 'Frank the Tank'
York police laid charges against the two men in January following an investigation into an organized crime ring that ran illegal gambling activities online.
No public inquiry into Eglinton Crosstown LRT woes, Doug Ford says: 'Buddy, you've got to be a little more positive'
The premier and Toronto's mayor, along with other dignitaries, marked the opening of the long-delayed Eglinton Crosstown LRT on Friday with the unveiling of a plaque.
Join the conversation: Toronto reacts to police corruption scandal
Star readers discuss whether this is the "tip of the iceberg" for the force. Here’s how you can join the conversation
This Calgary cop is the most powerful man in Canadian skeleton. Why are some athletes so afraid of him?
Despite allegations of misconduct and systemic issues under head coach Joe Cecchini’s leadership, team members say he’s the only reason why skeleton still exists in Canada.
For a third time, John Fraser leads the Liberals as the party searches for a leader
Over the last eight years, John Fraser has become the steady hand of Ontario's Liberals as the party.
Buck Martinez announces retirement from Blue Jays broadcast booth
The former catcher began calling games regularly in 1987.
Trump's racist post about Obamas is deleted after backlash despite White House earlier defending it
The Republican president’s Thursday night post was deleted Friday and blamed on a staffer after widespread backlash for its treatment of the nation’s first Black president and first lady.
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Globe and Mail
World skiing's governing body aims to quash penis-enlargement story, but science makes sense
World skiing's governing body has moved swiftly to quash talk of ski jumpers injecting their penises with paraffin or hyaluronic acid to gain a competitive edge, but scientists and ski jumpers at the Winter Olympics say if true it would make perfect sense.
U.S. military leader in Mideast joins Iran-U.S. indirect talks in Oman
Iran and the United States held indirect talks in Oman on Friday, negotiations that appeared to return to the starting point on how to approach discussions over Tehran’s nuclear program. But for the first time, America brought its top military commander in the Middle East to the table.
Luigi Mangione speaks out in protest as judge sets state murder trial for June, ahead of federal trial
‘It’s the same trial twice. One plus one is two. Double jeopardy by any commonsense definition,’ Mangione says
Trump deletes racist post depicting Obamas as primates after widespread backlash
White House said a staffer had posted the video erroneously, hours after press secretary Karoline Leavitt said there was nothing offensive about the post
Top Russian general shot multiple times in Moscow
A senior Russian officer was rushed to hospital after being shot in Moscow on Friday, officials said. It follows a series of attacks targeting senior Russian military personnel.
Suicide bombing at Shiite mosque in Pakistan’s capital leaves dozens dead and wounded
Rare bombing in Islamabad kills 31 people and wounds at least 169
U.S. calls for broad new arms treaty that would bring in China as well as Russia
U.S. accused Beijing on Friday of conducting a secret nuclear test in 2020
Top Russian military intelligence official shot in Moscow
Lieutenant-General Vladimir Alexeyev is reported to be in a serious condition in hospital
Olympics opening ceremony begins in Milan Cortina
Canada’s flag-bearers are Mikäel Kingsbury and Marielle Thompson; Mariah Carey and Andrea Bocelli to perform
Protesters rally in Milan against U.S. ICE presence ahead of opening ceremony
Demonstrators also oppose street and school shutdowns for Olympics
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Global News
Olympic ski jumping penis enhancement a ‘wild rumour,’ officials say
The Olympics' strangest sideshow blew up when the World Anti-Doping Agency said it would be on the watch for evidence male ski jumpers were artificially enlarging their penises.
Deputy chief of Russia’s military intelligence service shot, wounded in Moscow
The shooting came a day after Russian, Ukrainian and U.S. negotiators wrapped up two days of talks aimed at ending the nearly 4-year conflict in Ukraine.
Latest alleged Iranian regime official found in Canada wants his identity hidden
The Iranian citizen wants his case heard behind closed doors.
Queen Maxima of Netherlands joins country’s army as reservist
Footage shows the royal swimming in a pool wearing goggles that obscure her vision, as well as abseiling down scaffolding and descending a rock climbing wall.
Amid rising political tensions, will there be controversy at the Olympics?
The 2026 Milan-Cortina Olympic Games come at a time of escalating political tensions worldwide, setting up the possibility of potential statements being made.
U.S., Russia to reestablish military talks after Abu Dhabi meetings
Communications between the U.S. and Russia were suspended in 2021 shortly before Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
U.S.-Russia nuclear arms control pact expires after half a century
The Kremlin said Thursday it regretted the expiration of the last remaining nuclear arms pact between Russia and the United States that left no caps on the two atomic arsenals.
Washington Post layoffs include entire Ukraine, Middle East bureaus
The Post’s executive editor Matt Murray called the move painful but necessary to put the outlet on stronger footing and weather changes in technology and user habits.
Canada has no nuclear weapons. After Trump’s Greenland threats, should it?
Wayne Eyre, the former chief of the defence staff, recently said Canada shouldn't rule out acquiring nuclear weapons, but experts and the defence minister dismiss the idea.
Measles alert urges countries to vaccinate more, including Canada
Canada has seen an increase in measles cases with 164 cases — 154 confirmed, 10 probable — as of Jan. 24, 2026. Manitoba is the province with the highest number of cases.
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New York Times
As Olympics Open, Pope Warns Against Using Sports for ‘Propaganda’
The Milan-Cortina Games are overlapping with a moment of geopolitical turbulence as conflicts rage, national leaders issue threats and alliances are strained.
Trump Deletes Racist Video Portraying the Obamas as Apes
The White House press secretary had dismissed criticism of the clip’s racist content as “fake outrage.” But later Friday, the clip disappeared from the president’s social media feed.
Nancy Guthrie’s Abduction Set Off a Storm. This Sheriff Is Riding It Out.
Sheriff Chris Nanos is surrounded by chaos but is trying to keep his cool as the search for a celebrity news anchor’s mother grinds on.
These New Englanders Won’t be Rooting for the Patriots in the Super Bowl
When the New England Patriots take the field on Sunday, a collective sigh will rise from the willful few who live in the region but root for other teams.
TrumpRx: What to Know About Insurance Benefits, Pricing and Savings
People may be able to pay less for prescriptions with their insurance rather than via the new government website. The Trump drugstore is meant to help people buy medications using their own money.
The Finance Industry Is a Grift. Let’s Start Treating It That Way.
Regulating the industry is useful. Shaming it is crucial.
Trump’s Immigration Policy Is 100 Years Old
The White House seems to be mining the Coolidge era for inspiration. But America is not the country it was in 1924.
Timothy Busfield Is Indicted on Charges of Child Sexual Abuse
A grand jury in New Mexico heard allegations that Mr. Busfield, the actor and director, had sexual contact with a child actor. He has denied the charges.
The 2026 Super Bowl Ads (So Far), Ranked
Here is our critic’s survey of this year’s Super Bowl commercials, from best to worst to A.I.
How the Black Panthers’ Playbook Helped Minneapolis Activists Fight Trump
The monitoring of federal agents by activists has been at the heart of the opposition to the Trump administration’s raids. The tactic has a long history.
CNBC
Nvidia rises 7% as Jensen Huang says $660 billion capex buildout is sustainable
Huang's comments come after key Nvidia customers Meta, Amazon, Google and Microsoft reported their latest earnings over the past two weeks.
Trump takes down racist Truth Social post showing Obamas as apes after blowback
The depiction of the Obamas, posted from Trump's Truth Social account, was included in a video pushing a conspiracy theory about 2020 election voting machines.
Goldman Sachs taps Anthropic’s Claude to automate accounting, compliance roles
Goldman Sachs is building AI agents with Anthropic’s Claude to automate trade accounting and client onboarding, aiming to speed work and boost efficiency.
Hims & Hers shares tick lower after Novo's legal threat
Hims & Hers stock ticked lower Friday after Novo Nordisk said its newly announced Wegovy pill copy was illegal and that it would take legal action.
Bitcoin rebounds back above $70,000 after nearly breaking below $60,000 a day ago
Some market analysts have suggested bitcoin could fall further, potentially hitting between $40,000 to $50,000.
European stocks close higher as bumper earnings week concludes
The pan-European Stoxx 600 provisionally advanced 0.9% by the end of the trading session, reversing morning losses.
Stellantis CEO says automaker is stronger together as stock plummets amid $26 billion charge
The automaker announced $26 billion in charges from a business restructuring that includes pulling back on electrification plans and reintroducing V8 engines.
Amazon plunges 9%, continues Big Tech's $1 trillion wipeout as AI bubble fears ignite sell-off
Microsoft, Nvidia, Oracle, Meta, Amazon and Alphabet all saw their shares fall in the week up to the market close on Thursday.
Stellantis shares plunge 25% after automaker announces $26 billion hit from business overhaul
Stellantis said it expects to take a 22-billion-euro ($26 billion) as it overhauls its business to accelerate the rollout of electric and hybrid vehicles.
India is reportedly 'ready' to buy up to $80 billion in Boeing aircraft following trade deal with U.S.
An Indian government minister shares details about India-U.S. deal timeline and New Delhi's potential to buy more American goods.
Washington Post
Winter Olympics, spread across north Italy, to open with Milanese flair
The Opening Ceremonies of the 2026 Winter Olympics will have four simultaneous events in four locations marking what organizers say is the most spread out Games in history.
U.S. and Iran hold nuclear talks amid threats of regional war
The negotiations over Tehran’s nuclear capabilities come against a backdrop of deadly protests inside Iran and a buildup of U.S. military assets in the region.
Top Russian general shot in Moscow as talks stall on Ukraine ceasefire
Lt. Gen. Vladimir Alekseyev, the deputy head of the GRU, Russia’s main foreign military intelligence agency, was targeted at his home in Moscow, officials said.
Epstein built ties to Russians and sought to meet Putin, files show
Justice Department files show that Jeffrey Epstein sought help from a Russian official after claiming a woman from Moscow was blackmailing “powerful businessmen” in New York.
Young people in China have a new alternative to marriage and babies: AI pets
Cute fluffy AI-powered “pets” are providing emotional companionship to an increasing number of lonely, tired Chinese — and a digital ear for tech giants.
U.S., Russia to resume high-level military talks
A U.S. official called the deal a by-product of ongoing efforts to end the Ukraine war. It came as a key nuclear treaty between Washington and Moscow expired.
The treaty limiting U.S. and Russian nuclear arms expired. What to know.
President Donald Trump said Thursday that he hoped to replace New START with a modernized treaty that could “last long into the future.”
In northwest Nigeria, U.S. confronts a growing terrorist threat
Post reporters ventured to northwest Nigeria, where fighters affiliated with the Islamic State are on the offensive despite December airstrikes ordered by President Trump.
As West goes after Russia’s oil fleet, Moscow fears for its war funding
New European measures to crack down on Russia’s shadow fleet could severely hurt its economy at a time when it is looking increasingly vulnerable.
Trump touts ‘very positive’ call with Chinese leader Xi
The president noted plans to visit China in April, as Beijing sends a warning to White House over Taiwan arms sales.
BBC
Raducanu reaches first final since 2021 US Open triumph
Emma Raducanu digs deep to secure a gritty win over Oleksandra Oliynykova and reach her first final since her 2021 US Open triumph.
Murder charge after student stabbed near university
Khaleed Oladipo was fatally stabbed near the De Montfort University campus in Leicester.
Summer camp leader jailed for sexually abusing boys after lacing sweets with tranquilliser
Jon Ruben is jailed for more than 23 years after admitting the sexual abuse of young boys and drugging his wife.
Guantanamo detainee's lawyers claim office raid by UK was unlawful
The case centres on claims of complicity by UK intelligence services in CIA torture of Abu Faraj al-Libi.
'Why be normal, when you can be the best?' - Zlatan opens Winter Olympics
Former AC Milan and Sweden footballer Zlatan Ibrahimovic opens the 2026 Winter Olympic Games for the BBC, as he explains what it takes to become "a champion in Milan."
Ukrainian mother's joy after phone call with son she thought had been killed
Nazar Daletskyi's family were sure he had been killed and had buried what they thought was his body in 2023.
Police search properties linked to Mandelson over Epstein investigation
The former ambassador to the US and Labour minister is under investigation for misconduct in a public office.
Talks with US set to continue after 'good beginning', Iran's foreign minister says
Abbas Aragchi spoke after hours of talks in Oman ended, which the two countries entered with significantly different positions.
YouTube's $60bn revenue revealed amid paid subscriber push
YouTube's total revenue last year surpassed that of rival streamer Netflix as it seeks to dominate TVs.
No punishment for Kenworthy's graphic ICE message
Team GB skier Gus Kenworthy will not be punished after appearing to urinate a graphic message about the United States' immigration and customs enforcement (ICE) in the snow, then posting a photograph of it online.
The Independent
White House blames staffer for Trump’s Obama ‘apes’ post and removes video Republican labeled ‘racist’
The White House dismissed the clip as harmless, though it was later deleted
Suffolk Strangler Steve Wright jailed for 40 years for murdering Victoria Hall like ‘a predator stalking for his prey’
Serial killer Steve Wright, 67, dramatically changed his plea and admitted killing Victoria Hall in 1999
Massive Washington sewage leak will take weeks longer to fix, water company says
Repairs on a pipe rupture sending sewage into the Potomac River northwest of Washington, D.C., will take weeks longer due to an unexpected blockage
Hezbollah replaces top security official Wafiq Safa as part of internal restructuring
Hezbollah has replaced its top security official, Wafiq Safa, who was in charge of coordination with Lebanon’s security agencies
Trump shocks with ‘disgusting’ Truth post depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as apes
White House Press Secretary dismissed the ‘fake outrage’ over the ‘racist’ post
Japanese-based Kirin announces deal to sell the Four Roses bourbon brand to wine giant Gallo
Wine giant Gallo says it plans to add a prominent Kentucky bourbon brand to its portfolio in a deal to purchase Four Roses Distillery from Japanese-based Kirin
Pam Bondi says she’s ‘doing everything’ to help longtime acquaintance Savannah Guthrie over missing mom: Live updates
Police have not identified a suspect in Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance
UN peacekeepers in Lebanon allege surge in Israeli violence toward them
U.N. peacekeepers in southern Lebanon say they have faced increased violence from Israeli forces over the past year
Michelin-star restaurant boss guilty of spiking woman’s drink in Mayfair club
Vikas Nath, 63, laced the woman's spicy margarita with gamma-butyrolactone (GBL) at Annabel’s
Elton John tells court ‘invasion’ into his family’s privacy was ‘abhorrent’
Singer gives evidence at High Court as part of group of high-profile figures bringing legal action against owners of ‘Daily Mail’
