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CBC.ca
No ban against data centre development after Hamilton council votes down bylaw
The vote was split 10 against and six for what they were calling an interim control bylaw that would have paused development on data centres for one year, giving the city time to assess and develop further governance rules around such facilities.
Toronto the orange: Wildfire smoke leaves city under dirty sky with no relief likely until Friday
Environment Canada placed Toronto under an orange-level air quality warning Wednesday due to wildfire smoke from northwestern Ontario. That means a dirty sky is hanging over the city, blotting out distant landmarks. Some residents have taken to wearing masks to keep out fine particles in the smoke.
A dead python will get you a free pizza at this man's restaurant. Yes, it's in Florida
As far as Dusty Crum is aware, his Florida restaurant is the only pizza place in the world that accepts invasive Burmese pythons as currency.
Argentina makes late comeback to secure World Cup final spot against Spain
Defending champion Argentina rallied to beat England 2-1 on Wednesday in Atlanta and reach the World Cup final on Sunday against Spain.
U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth unveils plan to test troops for low testosterone
U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth says new initiative "not about artificial enhancement" as service members have come under scrutiny in recent years for using testosterone and similar substances to boost performance.
Bell builds ground station for satellite-to-mobile network
The Canadian telecommunications giant plans to launch space-based cellular service to better serve remote areas.
Fact check: Canadian real estate listings use AI-generated images
Whether you're looking to rent or buy a home, you might come across AI-generated photos in real estate listings. CBC's Fact Check team takes a look at some recent examples — and what rules realtors are supposed to follow.
CN workers in viral video of train car surrounded by wildfire flames got out safely, railway says
Canadian National Railway is responding after a work crew narrowly escaped a train car surrounded by flames on Monday near Armstrong, Ont. Video taken from inside the train appears to show workers looking through the car's windows at wildfire flames.
Judge refuses to order transgender inmate be moved to women's prison
A judge has ruled against a transgender inmate with a lengthy record of sex crimes involving women, refusing her request to order the Correctional Service of Canada to move her from the men’s prison system into a women’s institution.
Why this historic Quebec cheese brand is being sold to a French company
The Quebec cheese brand OKA, with a history spanning more than 130 years in the province, is being sold to the French group Lactalis, one of the world's largest players in the cheese industry.
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Toronto Star
Ontario wildfire smoke chokes Toronto with poor air quality, orange haze; smoke forecast map predicts conditions to come
The smoke blanketing much of the region is being blamed on hundreds of raging forest fires in northern Ontario, with relief not expected until Friday.
The World Cup final is set, with Messi and Argentina facing Yamal and Spain for the title on Sunday
The World Cup final is set, and fittingly, a clash of styles awaits. Lionel Messi — the most prolific goalscorer in the tournament's history — and defending champion Argentina will take on Spain's defensive juggernaut on Sunday.
Should Toronto bars stay open until 6 a.m. to boost the nighttime economy? The city is considering it
Coun. Paul Ainslie suggests Montreal's nightlife hubs could be replicated here, to strengthen the city's nighttime economy.
More Canadians trust China under Xi Jinping than Donald Trump's America: Pew poll
As U.S. President Donald Trump's administration continues to erode allies' trust, a new poll suggests the number of Canadians who hold a favourable view of China now outnumbers those who say the same of the United States.
Ontario wildfire map: Smoke has turned Toronto's sky orange. Use our tool to see where it's spreading
The smoke from the wildfires in northern Ontario is expected to linger around until Friday. Check where and how it's moving here.
Canada will pause invitations to parents and grandparents to apply for permanent residence
Immigration Department said it will keep processing applications that are already in the system.
Raptors paused Kawhi Leonard trade after balking at signing liability clause, sources say
Toronto put Kawhi Leonard deal on hold over liability clause tied to an ongoing NBA investigation into the L.A. Clippers.
WestJet flight attendants vote overwhelmingly in favour of a strike mandate
WestJet flight attendants' strike mandate would allow them to legally walk off the job as early as Aug. 2.
Why is the sky orange? Toronto turns 'hellish' hue as Ontario wildfire smoke smothers region
Yellow-orange haze has blanketed Toronto since early Wednesday morning, as the impacts of raging wildfires in other parts of the province drift over with the wind.
Pickering teen who murdered retired kindergarten teacher gets 10-year maximum youth sentence
The now 15-year-old will spend five years in a youth facility receiving intensive programming and counselling.
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Globe and Mail
U.S. Mint produces a $1 coin bearing Trump’s face to celebrate America’s 250th birthday
Treasury Department announced in March that it would be putting Trump’s signature on all new U.S. paper currency
Chiefs call on federal government to criminalize residential school denialism as hate speech
Denying the history of residential schools enforces a false view of Canadian history and protects those responsible, says Canada’s former special interlocutor on unmarked graves and missing children
Federal government announces new members of Senate advisory board
Carney said last week he is dropping the non-partisan criteria for appointments to the upper chamber
Senate Democrats question Trump's pick for Director of National Intelligence
Senate Democrats aggressively questioned President Donald Trump's pick for a key intelligence post on how he would approach the issue of election interference ahead of the fall elections.
Gates’ Epstein ties are ‘distasteful’ but didn’t drive choice to halt donations, Warren Buffett says
Billionaire’s decision to stop giving money to Gates Foundation is more about believing his children are ready to handle giving away his fortune
In Istanbul, thriving tango scene draws locals and visitors together
For some in Turkey, an expressive dance from South America becomes ‘a conversation without words’
Biden to release memoir on his presidency after November midterms
Promise Me, America, will touch upon everything from the economy to his decision to drop his re-election bid
Canada is not banning produce imports from U.S. amid cyclosporiasis outbreak, CFIA says
Public Health Agency of Canada said Tuesday that it is not investigating any outbreaks of cyclospora in the country
China now viewed more favourably than U.S. in 20 countries, Pew survey finds
Canadians’ approval of the U.S. has dropped 24 points in the past year, while positive opinion of China has more than tripled
French lawmakers approve assisted-dying bill after intense debate
Legislation will, under strict conditions, allow a person to receive a lethal substance if they request it
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Global News
T. rex fossil fetches more than $50 million at auction from mystery bidder
Sotheby's said the top bidder, who participated by phone, remains anonymous and outspent six other prospective buyers during a 10-minute battle.
Former politician Ann Widdecombe killed in ‘targeted attack’: U.K. police
A 28-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murder and terror crimes remains in custody on an extended detention warrant under the Terrorism Act.
Trump backs off 20% fee threats for cargo shipped through Strait of Hormuz
U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday dropped the idea of charging a 20% fee on all cargo shipped through the Strait of Hormuz.
Crew member dead after going overboard Regal Princess cruise ship
In a statement to Global News, Princess Cruises said it is 'deeply saddened to confirm the passing of a Princess crew member who has gone overboard from Regal Princess.'
‘If we die, we die together’: Wife of man sucked from plane window speaks out
Since the incident, Svetlana Grković says her husband has been in a state of shock and is recovering from serious injuries, noting that she is also suffering mentally.
‘We must act now’ on AI’s economic impacts, says economists
Hundreds of economists say in an open letter that institutions “must act now” to address how artificial intelligence could transform the economy.
Bangkok music bar fire death toll rises to 30, dozens remain hospitalized
The death toll from a huge fire in a Bangkok music bar has increased to 30, officials said Tuesday, as the investigation continues.
Scientists find sugar in the Milky Way. It could help answer a cosmic mystery
The sugar was detected in the galactic centre region of the Milky Way where there is a dense concentration of gases and stars, about 26,700 light years from Earth.
U.S. citizen working in Congo tests positive for Ebola
The CDC said it is working with the patient's employing organization, other U.S. federal agencies and public health authorities 'to help prevent further transmission.'
U.K. counterterrorism police take over former MP Ann Widdecombe death probe
Police initially said her death was not believed to be terror-related but on Monday, it was announced counter-terror police were taking over the investigation.
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New York Times
Trump Administration Fires U.S. Attorney Minutes After His Appointment
Federal judges had chosen the veteran Seattle prosecutor to fill the vacant seat. Now, a potential legal battle looms.
England Lost in the World Cup. They Were Always Going to Lose.
The football team, like Britain itself, is burdened by the dead weight of impossible expectations.
Wildfire Smoke Spreads Across the Northeast as Temperatures Spike
A heat dome is responsible for miserably high temperatures, and it’s also helping to push smoke from wildfires to the east.
House Republican in Key Swing Race Discloses a Drunk-Driving Arrest
Representative Mike Lawler of New York said in a televised interview that he was arrested on St. Patrick’s Day in 2012, after learning that his father was gravely ill.
U.S. Military Again Blockades Iranian Ports After Collapse of Cease-Fire
President Trump ordered U.S. warships and aircraft to stop vessels going to and from Iran. Enforcing a blockade takes a massive commitment of warships and aircraft.
Clayton Dodges Question on 2020 Election, and Democrats Call Him on It
Jay Clayton’s nomination to lead the U.S. intelligence community comes as the White House pushes to use declassified intelligence to show concerns about election security.
Almost Half of House Democrats Vote to End Aid to Israel
The measure failed, but the level of support among Democrats exposed a stark shift in the party away from backing the Jewish state.
Cyclospora Outbreak: What to Know About Symptoms and Food Safety
The parasite has sickened thousands across the United States. Experts have tips on how to stay safe.
Canada Wildfire Air Pollution and Heat Wave Combo Pose Heightened Health Risks
Days that are both extremely hot and polluted come with higher risks of respiratory ailments and other health hazards.
Here Are the Maine Democrats Running to Replace Graham Platner
To win, they’ll have to convince Democrats at a July 25 convention that they’re the best candidate to take on Senator Susan Collins, a Republican.
CNBC
Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh's testimony to Senate banking committee hits on economy, interest rates
As part of congressionally mandated Capitol Hill appearances for the central bank leader, Warsh spoke Tuesday to the House financial services committee.
United earnings top estimates but airline expects $6 billion in added fuel costs
United reported higher revenue for premium, corporate and no-frills basic economy tickets and higher revenue for both domestic and international trips.
Trump says Iran wants to meet as U.S. fires more strikes; analysts warn of 'forever war' risk
Fighting in the Middle East has intensified in recent days, but could escalate further if Iran fails to cooperate, President Donald Trump said.
SpaceX stock sinks below $135 IPO price for the first time
SpaceX shares fell for a fourth-straight session on Wednesday days after entering the Nasdaq-100
Treasury yields fall as traders react to encouraging inflation data
Treasury yields fell on Wednesday as traders weighed another tamer-than-expected inflation report.
Trump's pick to head national intelligence, Jay Clayton, won't tell senators Biden won the 2020 election
The Senate Intelligence Committee is considering Jay Clayton's nomination to be the director of national intelligence.
The AI boom just found two new winners: Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan Chase
Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan showed that Wall Street is a major beneficiary of the AI boom, with record revenue driven by surging trading and investment banking.
Anthropic moves closer to mega-IPO as bankers line up investor meetings
Anthropic is lining up investor meetings ahead of a potential IPO as soon as October as the AI startup behind looks to beat rival OpenAI to the public markets.
Historic IBM stock crash sets up unique options strategy
IBM shares fell just over $73 to ~$217 — a jaw-dropping 25% single-day decapitation.
Warren Buffett tells CNBC he initiated Berkshire Hathaway's investment in Alphabet
Warren Buffett said he was the driving force behind the conglomerate's recent big investment in Alphabet.
Washington Post
Police round up Hong Kong booksellers as China widens crackdown
After pro-democracy protests roiled the city in 2019, Beijing cracked down on freedom of speech, and restrictions have continued to tighten.
Trump and Iran signed a truce but still can’t agree on what its terms mean
Ambiguous language on who controls the Strait of Hormuz has pushed the United States and Iran back toward war.
U.S. launches fresh wave of attacks on Iran after Trump threatens wider strikes
The U.S. military said daytime attacks were underway early Wednesday after seven hours of overnight strikes. President Trump had also said he might “knock out” Iran's power plants and bridges next week.
To quell graft allegations, Nigel Farage runs against a man wearing a trash can
The British ally of President Donald Trump wanted a vote of confidence. Instead, other parties dumped their campaigns, and a comedian stepped in.
Trump retreats from shipping toll in Strait of Hormuz
As European markets fell and oil prices hit a one-month high, President Donald Trump declared on Truth Social that the strait “is open to ALL Ship traffic except for Iran.”
Russia hopes Lindsey Graham’s death will advance Kremlin interests
Graham had carried the reputation as the toughest Russia hawk in Washington since the 2018 death of his close friend and Senate ally John McCain.
BBC
Argentina face fine for displaying Falklands banner after semi-final
Argentina face the prospect of a Fifa fine after their players celebrated the World Cup semi-final win against England with a banner in support of their country's claims to the Falkland Islands.
Argentina face fine for Falklands banner in semi-final win
Argentina face the prospect of a Fifa fine after their players celebrated the World Cup semi-final win against England with a banner in support of their country's claims to the Falkland Islands.
'No regrets' - Tuchel on England's defeat by Argentina
England manager Thomas Tuchel believes his team "got too passive" after scoring first in the World Cup semi-final against Argentina, which they lost 2-1 at Atlanta Stadium.
Prince William tells England to 'hold heads high'
The Prince of Wales says England has "inspired us all" as he offers his commiserations over the loss to Argentina.
William tells England to 'hold their heads high' after defeat
The Prince of Wales says England has "inspired us all" as he offers his commiserations over the loss to Argentina.
Argentina shatter England's World Cup dreams in semi-final
Argentina shatter England's World Cup dreams, scoring two late goals to come from behind and knock out Thomas Tuchel's side, in a dramatic semi-final in Atlanta.
US launches fresh strikes on Iran as Trump warns Tehran it 'better behave'
US President Donald Trump says he is yet to decide whether or not he will "finish off" Iran.
Watch: Is Trump facing a popular backlash on immigration?
The BBC's Sarah Smith looks at how the deaths of two men by ICE agents are impacting the US president's popularity.
Final two World Cup matches to be shown live on BBC
Saturday's World Cup third-place play-off between England and France and Sunday's World Cup final will both be live on BBC TV.
Final two World Cup matches to be shown live on BBC
Saturday's World Cup third-place play-off between England and France and Sunday's World Cup final will both be live on BBC TV.
The Independent
Argentina players celebrate beating England with ‘Falklands are Argentinian’ banner
The banner held by some of Argentina’s players read ‘The Malvinas are Argentine’ in Spanish
Attorneys for Nolan Wells' family agree to joint inspection of teen's recovered cellphone
Attorneys for Nolan Wells' family are working with the district attorney's office to inspect his cellphone
Trump administration replaces slavery exhibit at George Washington’s Philadelphia home
The exhibit was installed where the Declaration of Independence was adopted on July 4, 1776
Ann Widdecombe murder latest: Zia Yusuf accuses rival parties of ‘incitement’ following killing of Reform politician
Officers say there was ‘some preparation and planning’ behind crime – and are not ruling out foreign state interference
Two lucky ticket holders win £1 million each in Wednesday’s Lotto draw
It takes the total to 34 millionaires made since the new Two Chances to Win system
Pneumonia-causing bacteria found in water at California state building – just after Newsom’s return-to-office mandate
Legionella occurs naturally in freshwater like lakes and rivers, but can also contaminate human-made water systems like plumbing, shower heads, and air conditioner units
England fans across UK devastated as World Cup journey ends in emotional rollercoaster
Fans had their heads in their hands as they watched Argentina come from behind to win
Iran-US war: Trump launching third wave of airstrikes in 24 hours as IMF warns of global energy disruption
Strikes designed to halt Iran’s attacks on commercial shipping in strait, military warns
Starmer praises England team after World Cup semi-final defeat against Argentina
The outgoing prime minister said he was ‘gutted’ but praised England’s players
The World Cup final is set, with Messi and Argentina facing Yamal and Spain for the title on Sunday
The World Cup final is set for Sunday in East Rutherford, New Jersey, featuring a clash between Argentina and Spain
