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CBC.ca
Homes burn in Southern California amid fast-moving fire, prompting evacuation orders
A fast-moving fire burned at least six homes in hot Southern California on Friday, prompting evacuations and power outages, authorities said.
‘Crypto King’ spent $16.3M of investor funds on cars, credit cards, jets, security, accountant testifies
Self-described “Crypto King” Aiden Pleterski spent nearly half of the $36.3 million investors gave him on himself and paid out about the same amount to investors as returns between 2020 and 2022, according to a senior forensic accountant who testified at his trial in Toronto’s Superior Court on Friday.
McNuggets, booze smuggled by drone into Canada's most secure prison: union
The union representing correctional officers is raising the alarm after it says an inmate had a drone drop off a McDonald's meal and alcohol to what's supposed to be Canada's most secure prison earlier this week.
Selma Blair's team breaks silence after plane incident and arrest
Selma Blair's team is speaking out about the actor's recent arrest following an alleged mid-flight incident on Oct. 11. She was arrested after being accused of injuring two flight attendants on a trip from Los Angeles to New York.
High-profile legionnaire apologizes following profanity-laced outburst at Carbonear, N.L., wedding reception
A wedding reception at the Royal Canadian Legion branch in Carbonear ended earlier this month in an angry outburst after high-profile legionnaire and veteran Berkley Lawrence confronted the bride as she prepared to throw her wedding bouquet.
Measles outbreak declared over in Manitoba
A measles outbreak first declared in Manitoba more than a year and a half ago is now over, the province says.
Crown to seek dangerous offender status for Daniel Senecal, convicted of sexually assaulting toddler
The Crown Attorney's Office will seek a dangerous offender status for a registered sex offender who pleaded guilty in June to sexually assaulting a toddler in Welland, Ont., causing what were described as potentially life-threatening injuries.
Ottawa adding express entry points for permanent resident applicants in 'high-wage' jobs
Ottawa is adding new express entry points for some permanent residency applicants in "high-wage" jobs, Immigration Minister Lena Diab said Friday.
Ontario toddler survives rattlesnake bite, partly thanks to 18 doses of antivenom
A 15-month-old boy from Sarnia, Ont., is recovering at home after being bitten by an eastern massasauga rattlesnake on the Thanksgiving long weekend while visiting a family cottage on the Bruce Peninsula. The bite required treatment at two hospitals and 18 doses of antivenom.
White House press secretary Katie Zacharia leaving her role a week after starting it: official
U.S. President Donald Trump's press secretary Katie Zacharia is leaving her role a mere week after he put her in it, a White House official confirmed to CBC News.
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Toronto Star
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Globe and Mail
Shooter who killed four at Oregon elementary school was a former student, police say
Police say the 16-year-old was tackled by a teacher before a father of two students followed him into the school and shot him
White House press secretary Zacharia let go five days after starting role
U.S. President Donald Trump had told her she should ‘reconsider’ her position
Israeli settlers torch olive trees, attack Washington Post journalist and Palestinians in West Bank
At least four Palestinians have been killed and more than 100 injured since harvest season began earlier this month
Anti-government protests spread in Albania as student-led campaign calls on leader to resign
Demonstrations turned into a riot in the capital on Thursday, with protesters smashing windows, raiding a bank and clashing with police
Turtles offer early warning to how climate change is altering ecosystems ahead of COP31
Sex of turtle hatchlings is determined by nest temperature. Warming sands produce more females
COP31's turtle mascot faces a climate threat
Global warming is pushing loggerhead turtles from their usual nesting place along the Mediterranean coast of Turkey. But it is the impact of heat on the sex of hatchlings that has scientists concerned about the future of this vulnerable species.
Thousands rally in New Delhi to demand the resignation of India’s election chief
Youth ‘Cockroach’ movement’s leader Abhijeet Dipke was detained by police ahead of the demonstration
A green star has been identified by astronomers for the first time
It is a dense stellar remnant called a white dwarf, situated about 280 light-years from Earth
Vigil held for victims after teen shooter kills four at Oregon school
A vigil was held for victims Thursday after a teenager killed three students and a teacher at an elementary school in Bend, Oregon. Authorities say a 16-year-old shot his way through the schools locked doors and was eventually shot by a witness at the scene who pursued him into the school.
Vatican releases photos of Pope Leo celebrating Mass at hospital after cancer surgery
Leo would make his first public appearance on Sunday to deliver the traditional noontime prayer
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Global News
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle make 1st joint appearance after U.K. return
The royal couple arrived at the Community Recording Studio in Nottingham, in central England, which offers music, performance and athletic programs to youth people.
Royal Caribbean cruise passenger rescued 20 hours after going overboard
A cargo ship that participated in the search located the 44-year-old woman and she found conscious while floating inside a lifebuoy, according to the Hellenic Coast Guard.
Anti-government protests sparked by Kushner-linked project swell in Albania
Youths protesting Albania's long-serving Socialist government hurled rocks at a police cordon outside the Education Ministry. Riot police responded with tear gas and water cannons.
AI stocks are taking a beating amid inflation, interest rate worries
A sell-off for artificial-intelligence stocks is hitting Wall Street again after whipping around the world on worries about how much longer the AI frenzy will last.
2 ships ablaze off Romanian Black Sea coast, search on for missing sailors
Romanian President Nicusor Dan said the two ships had been struck by drones in the Black Sea but declined to say whether they were Russian.
Houthis strike Saudi oil company Aramco’s headquarters, officials say
The officials said the top three floors in a building used by top executives were damaged. One official said the office of the Aramco chief executive was among those hit.
Search for dog still missing in Yellowstone pressured as winter approaches
A small dog that's been on the loose in Yellowstone National Park for a month has been spotted crossing intersections, strolling through employee housing and entering lodges.
Russia targeting energy sites despite Trump’s ceasefire, Ukraine says
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy voiced outrage Wednesday over Russia’s continuing aerial bombardment of Ukraine’s energy infrastructure in apparent defiance of a ceasefire.
Pope Leo diagnosed with lung cancer after nodule removal, Vatican says
The 71-year-old Leo returned to his room after the surgery at Rome’s Gemelli hospital, according to a statement from the Vatican spokesman.
Drones sink ship in Black Sea, unclear who launched strike, Bulgaria says
While authorities do not possess clear evidence on who was responsible for the drone attacks, “it makes no sense for Ukraine to destroy its own ships in the Black Sea."
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New York Times
California Says D.O.J. System for Identifying Noncitizens Is Sloppy
State and local officials said that they received thousands of names lacking key identifying information, and that many of the names were paired with addresses over which they had no jurisdiction.
Firefighters Race to Control California Wildfires as Winds Threaten to Spark More
The Norte fire in Orange County grew quickly on Friday afternoon. Officials ordered thousands of residents to evacuate.
The World’s Oldest Shipwreck? Maybe, but ‘We’re All Excited by Maybe.’
Archaeologists said that they had found jars from a shipwreck as much as 4,700 years old, with black residue inside. Outside experts were skeptical but intrigued.
RFK Jr. Pledged to Advance Anti-Vaccine Group’s Goals. Here’s What He’s Doing.
The health secretary is quietly taking steps that public health experts fear will reduce immunization rates further.
Teacher Killed in Oregon School Shooting Was Working Her ‘Dream Job,’ Family Says
Megan Lambert graduated from high school in the district where she taught. She died in a classroom with Rhoam Summer and two other children when a shooter attacked.
M.L.B. Playoff Ads With Sydney Sweeney and Megan Fox Draw Backlash
Commercials with Sydney Sweeney promoting a gambling platform and Megan Fox endorsing male enhancement have rankled fans, and even athletes. Who is in charge?
When a Social Media Mob Came for Cornell’s Jane Doe
After a former student named seven men in a lawsuit saying they had sexually assaulted her, a movement gained steam online to reveal her identity.
Katie Zacharia, Trump’s New Press Secretary, Is Ousted After 5 Days
Her abrupt departure came after she was shadowed by questions about how she had presented her legal career and handled her first press briefing.
What if the A.I. Economy Crashes?
Azeem Azhar and Paul Kedrosky debate the case for and against an A.I. bubble.
Appeals Court Questions Justice Dept. Claim that Trump Owns White House Records
A three-judge panel appeared unconvinced by claims that a federal law requiring the president to preserve and hand over his presidential papers was unconstitutional.
CNBC
Apple’s $1,999 iPhone Duo puts the company's status-symbol power to the test
Apple’s $1,999 iPhone Duo is drawing early demand as analysts assess whether the foldable can lift iPhone pricing and revenue.
Trump says White House didn't order Starlink restrictions in Ukraine
Ukrainian officials complained this week that SpaceX had limited internet connectivity without advance notice.
Brent oil touches $110 as Iran escalates Hormuz attacks, Ukraine vows to hit Russian refineries
U.S. crude oil prices rose sharply Friday as Iran escalated attacks in the Strait of Hormuz this week.
Here's who Netflix just brought in to run content — and what it means for the streamer
Peter Rice brings a wealth of experience in TV and film, including scripted and unscripted shows, live sports, prestige television and theatrical distribution.
Why Trump and the GOP's billion-dollar midterm blitz isn’t working
Trump-aligned groups and Elon Musk have poured hundreds of millions into the midterm election, but the GOP spending surge has barely moved polls or the map.
U.S. presses China on Mastercard, Citigroup market access in bilateral Bangkok talks, official says
The U.S. raised market access issues for Mastercard and Citigroup in China during bilateral meetings in Bangkok this week, a U.S. Treasury official says.
Tesla unveils long-delayed Roadster developed with SpaceX, fueling merger speculation
Elon Musk first debuted the Roadster refresh concept in 2017 but Tesla has since missed every targeted delivery date.
Europe's answer to SpaceX rises 18% as Ukraine's Starshield limits raise concerns
Eutelsat's shares soared this week and continued climbing on Friday as its competitor Starshield drew criticism over its limitations in Ukraine.
Stock fixing scandal could see Turkish companies frozen out of global indexes
Turkey's status as an emerging market is also at risk.
Fed's Warsh withholds rate signal, praises recent global tightening
Warsh refrained from signaling another interest rate hike this month, pointed to a "synchronous tightening" by central banks in the fight against inflation.
BBC
Pope pictured for first time since surgery as he says Mass at makeshift altar in hospital
The pontiff was diagnosed with lung cancer after having surgery at Rome's Gemelli Hospital on Tuesday.
Oregon teacher fought school attacker before armed dad shot suspect 'multiple times'
The 16-year-old suspect previously attended the primary school and had targeted a special educational needs classroom, police say.
Ranking the Premier League's all-time greatest super subs
Some players are destined to make their biggest impact off the bench, but who are the top 10 Premier League super subs of all time?
Analysis: Zacharia was thrown into a whirlwind - and failed at a critical time for Trump
The White House is facing growing adversity, writes the BBC's Anthony Zurcher, weeks before crucial midterm elections.
Five days, one briefing: How Katie Zacharia’s short tenure unfolded
The White House says the new press secretary is "transitioning out" of the role just days after taking the job.
Chris Mason: Burnham and Swinney tussle over where power lies in Scotland
UK political debate has a distinctly Scottish feel after SNP's annual conference, says the BBC's political editor Chris Mason.
Police assess Palestine Action post by national security adviser's wife
Downing Street says Sarah Helm, the wife of Jonathan Powell, "does not represent the government in any capacity".
'Well-known' man asks court to stop publication of sexual offence allegation
The unnamed individual asks London's High Court to prevent the publication of "serious allegations".
Police feared Andrew would delay search by saying King owned his home, documents show
Legal records have emerged which show why police wanted to search the royal's home and what they were looking for.
Watch: BBC follows Ukraine's Operation Vivaldi pushing Russia back on frontline
Kyiv says it has recaptured 277 sq km (106 square miles) of territory in the eastern Donbas region in recent months
The Independent
A humble oyster pail turned takeout icon: The American story of the Chinese food carton
It’s an icon, the small white receptacle made from a single piece of cardboard folded into a trapezoid-shaped box
Selma Blair's representatives say she didn't intend to hurt anyone on flight that led to her arrest
Selma Blair's representatives have stated she did not intend to harm anyone during a recent flight incident
Painting Eisenhower Building would diminish historic character of White House complex, report says
A draft environmental assessment finds that President Donald Trump's plan to paint a 19th-century landmark office building next to the White House could harm its historic character
RAF jets report ‘unidentified drones over UK’
It was not clear whether the drones encountered by the Royal Air Force jets were hostile or not
Florida art dealer gets nearly 4 years in prison for scheme to sell fake Andy Warhol artworks
A South Florida art dealer has been sentenced to nearly four years in federal prison for a scheme that involved selling fake Andy Warhol artworks
Southern California homes engulfed in flames as multiple fast-moving fires rage
Many Southern California cities experienced coastal erosion from extreme flooding last week
Oregon school shooter named as he used mom’s shotgun to carry out his rampage
Three children, ages 5, 8 and 11, and one teacher were killed in the shooting
EV sales stalled in 2026 but not because Americans don’t want them, researcher says
The data doesn’t support the claim that electric vehicle sales stalled in 2026 because Americans don’t want them
The fund used to defend President Trump in his numerous court cases is nearly $2M in debt
The Save America PAC has been used to fund Trump’s defense team in his hush money trial and his classified documents case
Nurse who took £770k from ‘vulnerable and lonely’ 99-year-old struck off
Rebecca Burwood exploited the elderly woman between 2017 and 2023 while working as deputy manager at Bryn Yr Haul Care Home in Mold, north Wales, a tribunal found
