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CBC.ca
Laughing, barking, waiting 30 minutes to answer: Manitoba NDP's conduct at committees questioned
The Manitoba government's behaviour at legislative committee meetings is under criticism after the premier laughed and made barking noises at the Tory leader and the justice minister took 30 minutes to respond to a question from an Independent MLA.
40,000 people under evacuation orders in California amid chemical tank leak
Authorities in Southern California on Friday were racing to figure out how to prevent the explosion of a storage tank that has been leaking a hazardous chemical used to make plastic parts, as some 40,000 people were under evacuation orders in the area.
Explosion at Staten Island dry dock leaves 1 dead, 36 injured
An explosion at a dry dock in New York City's Staten Island killed one person and injured 36 others on Friday, as the blast occurred while firefighters were on the scene responding to a fire and attempting to rescue two people who were trapped, officials said.
Trump administration tells green card applicants to apply from abroad
Foreigners in the U.S. who want a green card will need to leave and apply in their home country, the Trump administration announced Friday, in a surprise change to a longstanding policy that sowed confusion and concern among aid groups, immigration lawyers and immigrants.
U.S. man loses appeal of $2.35M fine for starting wildfire in B.C.
A U.S. man whom investigators found likely started a wildfire in a sensitive ecological reserve in B.C.'s Sea-to-Sky region in 2018 has lost an appeal of a $2.35 million fine.
Colbert's farewell played it safe with warm, star-studded goodbye and no political bite
After CBS announced The Late Show's cancellation last year, Stephen Colbert warned viewers that "the gloves are off" — freeing the comedian to get political without consequence. But what unfolded on Thursday night seemed carefully calculated to comfort rather than confront.
Yves Sakila's death is being called Ireland's 'George Floyd moment'
Yves Sakila, a 35-year-old Congolese-born man, died last Friday after he was restrained outside a department store in Dublin, Ireland, by security guards.
Edmonton dog owner found guilty in fatal dog attack that killed 11-year-old boy
An Edmonton judge has found a dog owner guilty of criminal negligence causing death after a fatal dog attack killed an 11-year-old boy in 2024.
Remains of missing B.C. actor Stewart McLean found, homicide investigation continues
Stewart McLean was last seen at his residence in Lions Bay on May 15.
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Toronto Star
Man wanted after 8-year-old girl sexually assaulted in Scarborough store
The girl was assaulted, followed and grabbed before her family intervened and confronted the man. Police have released a photo of the suspect.
How did Alberta get here? A referendum timeline
The province of Alberta is now within spitting distance of a vote on independence.
Toronto trustees upset they were shut out of process to name new TDSB CEO and chief financial officer
Camillo Cipriano, the director at the Niagara Catholic board for six years, will take the reins of the country's largest school board on June 8.
Remains of missing B.C. actor Stewart McLean found, homicide police say
LIONS BAY - When actor and acting coach Jeff Seymour heard that his friend Stewart McLean hadn't shown up for a scheduled day of filming last weekend, he said he knew something was wrong.
Headed to Toronto: Niagara Catholic director of education announces resignation
Camillo Cipriano, Niagara Catholic’s third director of education, is leaving for the top job at Canada's largest school board.
Alberta essential to plans to build a better Canada, Mark Carney says in wake of Danielle Smith's referendum gambit
Carney also said he looks forward to working with Smith, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre and many others to "build a better Alberta."
Heading to Bruno Mars at Rogers Stadium? Here's what to expect on GO line closure, rainy forecast and more
With 50,000 fans per show expected, a major transit closure and soggy weather on the way, here's how to prepare.
Doug Ford calls judge's ruling on homeless encampment 'ridiculous'
Calling it "the most ridiculous ruling I've ever seen," Premier Doug Ford is railing against a court decision blocking Waterloo Region from removing a homeless encampment on the site of a future transit project.
Toronto's Church Street will be car-free this summer after council approves pilot project
Toronto will close Church Street to north-south traffic between Wellesley and Alexander streets from June 19 to Aug. 21.
Bureaucrats told to keep freedom of information requests moving despite Doug Ford's new secrecy rules
In the wake of Doug Ford's controversial amendment to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, there has been confusion about what can be made public.
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Globe and Mail
How to win the red carpet at Cannes
As 12 days of non-stop premieres at the Cannes Film Festival come to an end, here's how to be successfully styled on the famous red carpet.
Tulsi Gabbard resigns as Trump’s director of national intelligence, citing husband’s cancer battle
Trump says Gabbard’s principal deputy, Aaron Lukas, will serve as acting director
India sweltering under heat waves, with temperatures rising above 46 C
Severe conditions likely to persist for several days, providing little respite for the millions of people whose livelihoods depend on working outdoors
Freed Gaza flotilla activists allege Israeli abuse including rape
Activists released from Israeli custody after being detained on a flotilla trying to bring aid to Gaza were subjected to abuse, organizers said on Friday, with several hospitalized with injuries and at least 15 reporting sexual assaults, including rape.
WHO ups risk of national outbreak of Ebola in Congo to 'very high'
The World Health Organization has raised the risk of the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola turning into a national outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo to 'very high.'
WHO raises risk of Ebola turning into a national outbreak in Congo to ‘very high’
The Bundibugyo strain, for which there is no approved vaccine or treatment, was declared an emergency of international concern by the WHO on Sunday
Freed Gaza flotilla activists allege Israeli abuse including rape
‘At least 15 cases of sexual assaults, including rape. Shot with rubber bullets at close range. Tens of people’s bones broken,’ organizers say
NATO ministers comment on Trump's about-face on U.S. troop moves in Europe
Foreign ministers attending a NATO meeting in Helsingborg, Sweden, reacted Friday to U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to send an additional 5,000 troops to Poland.
NATO allies baffled by Trump sending troops to Poland weeks after ordering a drawdown in Europe
Pentagon is required to keep at least 76,000 troops and major equipment in Europe unless NATO allies are consulted
Trump is 'very disappointed at NATO right now,' Rubio says
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is on his latest mission to assuage nervous U.S. allies in Europe about the Trump administration’s intentions with NATO or at least put a friendlier face on whipsawing changes and uncertainty about American troop reductions.
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Global News
Australian man dead after 400-metre fall during hike on Peru’s Inca trail
Members of a rescue team found the body of 52-year-old Matthew Cameron Paton, a Victoria Police Department sergeant, on Thursday about 400 metres down a steep slope.
Canada adds Ebola screening at airports as Ontario test comes back negative
Dr. Joss Reimer said the testing was done proactively after an individual returned from Ethiopia and reported symptoms 'consistent with a range of illnesses.'
Would Canada be ready for an Ebola outbreak? Experts say yes
Symptoms are similar for all strains of Ebola and can start with fever, fatigue, muscle pain, headache and sore throat, according to the World Health Organization.
U.S. notes ‘slight progress’ in Iran talks, but uncertain deal will be made
Rubio said he didn’t want to exaggerate the progress, saying there had been “a little bit of movement and that’s good.” He said the conversations were ongoing.
Ebola outbreak ‘spreading rapidly’ as suspected cases rise, WHO head says
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said there are now almost 750 suspected cases and 177 suspected deaths in the Ebola outbreak.
NATO allies bewildered by Trump’s about-face on troops in Europe
U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement that he would send 5,000 U.S. troops to Poland came after he moved to cut 5,000 troops from Germany over criticism of the Iran war.
Should Canada consider travel bans like U.S. is doing amid Ebola outbreak?
Currently, the Canadian government advises Canadians to avoid all travel to Ituri and North Kivu provinces, citing safety and security concerns.
Canadians on Gaza-bound flotilla being deported from Israel to Turkey: Anand
The flotilla, which consisted of hundreds of people and 41 boats, attempted to break Israel's blockade of Gaza and bring humanitarian aid to the war-torn region.
Trump, Rubio float U.S. military intervention in Cuba after Castro charges
Rubio said the Trump administration wants to resolve differences with Cuba peacefully, but is doubtful the U.S. can reach a diplomatic resolution with the current government.
Rubio says U.S. asking why it’s in NATO after allies didn’t back Iran war
Rubio did not deny reports that the U.S. will shrink the pool of military capabilities that it would have available to assist the alliance's European nations in a major crisis.
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New York Times
Xi Calls for All-Out Rescue After Coal Mine Explosion Kills Over 80 in China
The death count rose drastically on Saturday as the Chinese leader, Xi Jinping, called for an investigation and emphasized the need to “hold those responsible to account.”
Once Trump’s Co-Pilot Against Iran, Netanyahu Is Now a Mere Passenger
A partner in the war, Israel has been largely left out of the peace talks, a humbling setback for its prime minister with significant risks for the country.
Their Phones Were Stolen in London. Then the Threats Started.
Tens of thousands of smartphones were reported stolen in the British capital in recent years. For some victims, losing their phone was only the beginning.
The Risks of Iran’s Threat to Control the Strait of Hormuz
Iran is trying to assert its control over the strait by charging for passage. Experts say it is unlikely to happen, but the threat has unsettled the shipping industry.
How a Chemical Tank in Southern California Came to the Brink of Disaster
Firefighters are left without any options to prevent the tank, filled with a toxic chemical, from collapsing or exploding. The authorities have urged thousands of people to evacuate their homes.
Trump Weighs His Options in Carrying Out New Strikes in Iran
There is no shortage of targets if he decides to strike: Energy facilities left untouched, the deep underground nuclear storage site at Isfahan and missile sites that appear to have been dug out.
HUD Moves to Limit Assistance Animals for Disabled Tenants
Housing officials were told to exclude emotional support animals and tighten the definition of a service animal when granting accommodations for disabled tenants.
SpaceX Completes Mostly Successful Starship Rocket Flight
The 12th test flight of SpaceX’s gargantuan rocket launched on Friday evening and ended its journey in the Indian Ocean just over an hour later.
Deadly Explosions Injure Dozens of Firefighters on Staten Island Barge
Two explosions rocked a barge on the North Shore of Staten Island, injuring 34 people. The resulting fire was under control, but was still burning.
Mob Burns Congo Ebola Center Amid Rare Strain Outbreak
Several hundred people massed at the gates of a hospital to demand the body of a suspected Ebola victim. Violence broke out when staff refused the request.
CNBC
SpaceX launches Starship test flight on second try
SpaceX launched its massive Starship rocket on Friday, a day after the company scrubbed plans before takeoff.
Disney's 'Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu' tallies lowest Thursday preview sales in franchise history
Disney's "Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu" tallied $12 million in Thursday night previews, the lowest collection of advance tickets in franchise history.
Tulsi Gabbard resigning as Trump's intelligence chief
Gabbard said she is leaving her post to support her husband, who is battling a rare form of bone cancer.
New lawsuits against Trump's DOJ 'lawfare' fund
President Trump droppped his $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS in exchange for the DOJ creating a $1.8 billion fund to compensate alleged "lawfare" victims.
Kevin Warsh sworn in as Fed chair as Trump seeks interest rate cuts
Despite President Donald Trump's demands for lower interest rates, markets are betting the Fed will stay on hold through most, if not all, of 2026.
Qualcomm's stock pop shows investors are 'waking up' to boom in AI devices
Qualcomm is on a big run, powered by investor bullishness that the company will be at the center of a boom in AI devices.
Treasury yields are mixed as investors digest Fed chair swearing in, bond market volatility
The volatility in the bond market continued as new Fed chair Kevin Warsh was sworn in on Friday.
Home Depot comps finally catch Lowe's, opening the door for the stock to do the same
It took nearly a year. But it finally happened this quarter.
Kevin Warsh's real Fed 'regime change' may happen deep inside Wall Street's plumbing
Warsh could guide to a smaller role in day-to-day markets, while also setting clearer rules for how and when it should intervene.
Consumer sentiment hits fresh record low in May as Iran war fuels inflation worries
Consumer sentiment has tumbled to a fresh record low in May as fears of higher prices grow due to the U.S.-Iran war and elevated oil prices.
Washington Post
NATO allies grapple with U.S. pullback, confusion over its military plans
As Secretary of State Marco Rubio meets with NATO foreign ministers in Sweden, the focus is on the U.S. moving to reduce its military footprint in Europe.
Police urge new witnesses to speak out in Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor inquiry
The appeal marked the first significant update since the former British prince was arrested in February over allegations of misconduct while in office.
U.S. bears brunt of Israel’s missile defense, Pentagon assessments show
Amid hostilities with Iran, the American military expended far more advanced interceptors to protect Israel than Israeli forces did, according to Defense Department data.
In rare clash, North Korea defeats South Korea … on the soccer field
In an inter-peninsula match-up between women's teams that showed the limits of sports diplomacy, players from North Korea remained stone-faced — until they won.
Ebola responders say aid cuts by Western nations left them ill-equipped for outbreak
The sweeping aid cuts have left the Democratic Republic of Congo struggling to contain an Ebola outbreak despite its extensive experience with the disease.
As U.S. war redraws Middle East, Turkey braces for rivalry with Israel
Amid the unpredictability of President Trump's Middle East policies, Turkey is calling for “regional ownership” and pursuing new security pacts.
BBC
Usyk v Verhoeven world title fight predictions
Boxing world offer their predictions for Oleksandr Usyk's world title defence against Rico Verhoeven on Saturday.
At least 82 dead in Chinese coal mine explosion, state media reports
The explosion took place at 19:29 local time on Friday at a coal mine in northern China.
The Papers: 'Heat leaves Africa and Med in shade' and 'Can't cope without Catherine'
An expected heatwave, tax proposals and the Prince of Wales are prominent on Saturday's papers.
Putin vows retaliation after accusing Ukraine of hitting student dormitory
Ukraine says it hit Russia's elite Rubicon drone military unit in a Moscow-occupied region.
Rubio visits India to sell energy as Iran oil shock persists
The top US diplomat has made statements offering to support India’s energy needs - but should Delhi give in?
UK officials suggested single market for goods with Europe
Industry figures briefed on the move said the idea has not been taken forward at this point, after EU scepticism.
King appears as surprise guest at sold-out Shakespeare play
The monarch sat with the audience to watch a performance of the Royal Shakespeare Company's The Tempest.
Most people seeking US green cards must now apply from outside the country
A new policy closes a loophole that has allowed people to apply for a green card, or permanent residency, while in the country.
More than 40,000 Californians evacuated due to chemical tank leak
Officials have warned that the tank contains a "highly volatile" substance that could lead to an explosion.
The space race to create gym equipment for future astronauts
Scientists are attempting to build exercise equipment to be used on future space flights.
The Independent
The Palme d'Or will be handed out Saturday in Cannes. Here's what to look for
The 79th Cannes Film Festival draws to a close with the presentation of one of cinema’s highest honors, the Palme d’Or
Iran-US war latest: Trump administration reportedly preparing for fresh round of military strikes
Tehran says the gap in position with Washington has narrowed - but the Strait of Hormuz remains a sticking point
Airline miles may not go as far as the Iran war drives up fuel costs and summer fares
Users of credit cards that accrue airline miles and points toward various travel perks are likely to find their balances won’t take them as far this summer
Scott Remer, the only full-time spelling bee coach, charges $180 an hour. Champs say he's worth it
Scott Remer is the country's only full-time, professional coach for kids competing in the Scripps National Spelling Bee
Coal mine gas explosion in China kills 8 and leaves dozens trapped underground
A gas explosion at a coal mine in China's northern Shanxi province has killed at least eight people and trapped 38 underground
Trump goes on Truth Social spree with AI posts on Greenland and Golden Dome defense shield for the White House
Trump has been fixated on acquiring Greenland and building a Golden Dome missile defense system in the name of national security
‘Good night and good luck’: CBS News Radio signs off for final time after almost a century on the airwaves
The closure closely follows Thursday night’s final episode of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, which was abruptly canceled last summer after an 11-year run
Ugandans rue link to Bundibugyo, the Ebola virus type named after a district of cocoa farmers
Bundibugyo is the somewhat easy-to-mispronounce name of a species of Ebola
‘It Takes Two’ rapper Rob Base, who helped bring hip-hop mainstream, dies at 59
Rapper Rob Base has died after a battle with cancer
Conference at UN to review nuclear nonproliferation treaty fails to reach agreement
A four-week conference at the United Nations to review the treaty to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons has ended without an agreement as the United States and Iran spar over Iran's nuclear program
