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CBC.ca

Medical personnel to be evacuated from Kashechewan First Nation, still under state of emergency

Indigenous Services Canada says it anticipates to evacuate all nurses and paramedics still working in Kashechewan First Nation on Monday. Approximately 300 people remain in the community, including children.

5-year-old Liam Ramos and father return to Minnesota from Texas detention facility

A five-year-old boy and his father detained by immigration officers in Minnesota and held in Texas have been released following a judge's order. They have returned to Minnesota, according to the office of U.S. Democratic Rep. Joaquin Castro.

More than a dozen people killed in Ukraine after Russian drone strikes miners' bus

Fifteen people were killed and seven wounded after a Russian drone struck a bus carrying miners in Ukraine's southeastern Dnipropetrovsk region, energy firm DTEK ​and government officials said on Sunday.

Meet the doctors for Canada’s men’s and women’s Olympic hockey teams — who happen to be married

Laura Bennion and Ian Auld are the lead physicians for Canada's women's and men's hockey teams.

Blairmore latest Alberta community to lose bank branch — a trend seen across Canada

The loss of retail banking service locations is not unique to one bank or to Alberta or to small towns. The Canadian Bankers Association says the number of bank branches is down nationwide: about six per cent from 2020 to 2024. But the closures hit harder in small communities where the options are fewer and farther apart.

Toronto-based Mexican musician cancels U.S. tour after ICE shootings, as artists reconsider American shows

Industry reps say Canadian musicians are increasingly concerned about touring the U.S., traditionally their biggest market, amid rising political tensions and Trump's immigration crackdown.

Kashechewan teen evacuated to Niagara Falls, Ont., says she misses 'being on the land'

Kashechewan residents Kerri-Ann Koosees and Keisha Paulmartin were forced to evacuate to Niagara Falls on short notice after the First Nation declared a state of emergency. Despite concerns and challenges, they say they're grateful for city and local groups trying to meet their needs.

Fact-checking Trump's claims about his 1st year back in the White House

U.S. President Donald Trump likes to throw out a lot of figures during speeches to his base that he says prove how successful his first year back in office has been. But given Trump's proclivity for spreading misinformation, we wanted to see how many of these figures are accurate and backed up by real data.

A Mexican influencer is kidnapped on camera, a sign that social media is another battlefront in cartel wars

Nicole Pardo Molina’s kidnapping added to a grim tally that’s been slowly growing over the past five years across Mexico, which has seen at least  21 social media influencers kidnapped or killed.
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Toronto Star

Tens of thousands of demonstrators fill Toronto's streets in support of anti-government protests in Iran

Police estimated more than 100,000 protesters turned out Sunday afternoon after demonstrators in Iran were met with an internet blackout and violent crackdown.

Grammys best dressed: Lady Gaga, Sabrina Carpenter and Olivia Dean ruled the red carpet

Music's biggest stars converged on the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles in elegant yet creative looks.

'She’d become part of the family': Woman killed in ‘random, unprovoked attack’ outside Mississauga store was a favourite of staff and customers

The woman, known as Pamela, was attacked Friday night and died in hospital. A man has been charged with second-degree murder and aggravated assault.

Olivia Chow releases final version of 2026 city budget. These are her new initiatives for small businesses, seniors and downtown safety

The mayor's final version of the 2026 spending plan maintains the earlier proposed 2.2 per cent residential property tax increase.

The Latest: Bad Bunny makes Grammy Awards history with album of the year win

The awards are airing live from Los Angeles on CBS, Citytv and Paramount+.

What we learned about Catherine O’Hara from the Star's archives

The late Toronto native’s storied rise was documented for decades by this newspaper. Here are some highlights from along the way.

14-year-old dead after snowmobile collision in Oxford County

The 14-year-old, who was operating the snowmobile, was pronounced dead shortly after the Saturday crash in Zorra Township.

Toronto's cold weather continues with wind chill posing frostbite risk

The chilly temperatures are caused by previous snow storms combining with cold fronts settling in from the Arctic region, says Environment Canada.

Woman charged with animal cruelty after dogs left in freezing vehicle for hours

Police say the outside temperature was near -18 C and that the dogs had been inside the vehicle for more than two hours.

Poop donors: How an unlikely medical treatment is saving lives

It may sound gross, but fecal microbiota transplants are helping patients with dangerous gut infections.
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Globe and Mail

LA 2028 Games chief Wasserman apologizes for Maxwell emails, denies Epstein ties

IOC president Coventry says anything ‘distracting from these Games is sad’

Grammys 2026: Bad Bunny wins album of the year for Debí Tirar Más Fotos

Immigration a pointed theme for musicians at the awards, with Bad Bunny among artists sharing anti-ICE sentiment

Kennedy Center to close for two years for renovations, Trump says

A spokesperson for the Kennedy Center did not immediately respond to an e-mailed request for comment

Mining disaster in Congo sparks accusations of Rwandan looting

More than 200 people were killed last week in a coltan mine collapse in the eastern part of the country

Russian figure skater Valieva returns to competition after four-year doping ban

Valieva remains ineligible for the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, which begin on Friday

Oscar-nominated screenwriter arrested in Tehran after criticizing regime’s protest crackdown

Mehdi Mahmoudian, screenwriter for the Iranian drama ‘It Was Just an Accident’, was detained just weeks before the Academy Awards

Iran's leadership warns of regional conflict if U.S. attacks

Iran's leadership on Sunday warned of a regional conflict if the U.S. were to attack it, and designated EU armies as 'terrorist groups' in a retaliatory move.

U.S. winter weather leads to flight cancellations and falling iguanas

About 150 million people were under cold weather advisories and extreme cold warnings in the east

Florida Iguanas tumble from trees in cold weather

Massive blankets of snow and ice are expected in parts of the US this weekend, with frosty conditions seen as far south as Florida. Iguanas stunned by cold weather in the Sunshine State were seen falling from trees on Sunday.

Former Prince Andrew should testify before U.S. Congress over Epstein ties, Starmer says

King Charles’s brother maintained regular contact with Epstein after he was found guilty of child sex crimes, new files show
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Global News

Earliest launch date for Artemis II set for Feb. 8 after cold weather delay: NASA

NASA says the earliest possible launch of Artemis II, which will carry Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen around the moon, is now scheduled for Feb. 8 due to weather delays.

Catherine O’Hara, Canadian actor and ‘Schitt’s Creek’ star, dead at 71

Catherine O'Hara is best-known for her role as Kate McCallister in the 'Home Alone' movie series, alongside 'Schitt's Creek' and 'Beetlejuice.'

U.K. lottery winner, 80, jailed in $424-million counterfeit drugs bust

A prosecutor said the gang was involved in producing counterfeit drugs with an estimated street value of £288 million (C$424 million).

Venezuela commercial airspace to reopen weeks after Maduro raid, Trump says

Trump said Thursday he instructed U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and U.S. military leaders to open up the airspace by the end of the day.

B.C. premier calls meeting between Alberta separatists, Trump officials ‘treason’

B.C. Premier David Eby is condemning reports of meetings between Alberta separatists and U.S. officials to discuss separation from Canada, accusing them of 'treason.'

10 people abducted from Mexico mining site, confirms Vancouver-based firm

The company said the incident is currently under investigation and information is limited, but it confirms that local authorities have been notified.

Canada and Korea sign MOU for more trade, including autos and minerals

Canada and South Korea have taken key steps to strengthen trade ties that are expected to boost several industrial sectors in Canada, including automotive and critical minerals.

Toronto car exporter accused of laundering money for Hezbollah

Canada has declared Fahed Sowane a danger to security.

Plane crash in Colombia kills all 15 on board, including local politician

State-run airline Satena said air traffic control lost contact with the plane 12 minutes into its short flight from Cucuta, on the border with Venezuela, to the town of Ocana.

How the Ryan Wedding drug trial could compare to ‘El Chapo’ court case

The former U.S. attorney who oversaw the prosecution and conviction of Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman tells Global News there are similarities in both cases.
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New York Times

Rafah Crossing in Gaza Reopens, Another Step for Fragile Cease-Fire

Israel and Egypt had disagreed for months about how to resume operations at the Rafah border crossing, which has been closed for nearly a year.

Bad Bunny’s High-Risk Choice: Three Opinion Writers Discuss the Grammys

There were two Grammys ceremonies: Bad Bunny’s and everyone else’s.

2026 Grammys Takeaways: Bad Bunny and Kendrick Lamar Take Top Awards

On a night marked by explicit political statements, Bad Bunny became the first Spanish-language artist to win the ceremony’s top prize, while Kendrick Lamar is now the winningest rapper in Grammy history.

Move Fast, but Obey the Rules: China’s Vision for Dominating A.I.

Beijing wants to lead the world in developing cutting-edge artificial intelligence, but it also wants companies to adhere to an increasingly complex set of rules.

Laura Fernández Wins Costa Rican Presidency

Laura Fernández’s victory was driven by a crisis in which Costa Rica’s reputation for peace has been tarred by record-breaking violence.

Grammys 2026 Winners List: Bad Bunny, Kendrick Lamar, Olivia Dean and More

A complete rundown of the artists, albums, songs and videos that took home trophies at the 68th annual awards.

How a Village in Italy Became a Slice of Caracas

Generations of migrants from a village on the coast of southern Italy found a better life in Venezuela. Many came back and turned their town into a mini-Caracas.

Squeezed Between Trump and China, India Looks for Faraway Friendships

India is overcoming its aversion to free-trade deals to cozy up with Canada and other middle powers.

Kehlani, Justin Bieber and More Wear ‘ICE Out’ Pins and Support Immigrants at Grammys

Bad Bunny joined Gloria Estefan, Shaboozey, Kehlani and others in speaking up for communities that are being targeted by ICE across the United States.

Unforgettable Grammys 2026 Looks: Chappell Roan, Sabrina Carpenter, Bad Bunny

Feathered gowns, sequined suits, freed nipples and more.

CNBC

India courts Big Tech with long‑term tax breaks as it doubles down on AI ambitions

India woos global cloud service companies with tax holiday for 20 years.

European stocks slide as precious metals sell-off weighs on markets; Mining stocks drop 3%

European stocks started the trading week in negative territory as concerns over AI and volatility in precious metals haunted global markets.

Oil slides over 5% as Trump signals Iran talks, easing supply shock fears

Oil prices slid as investors dial back fears of a supply shock after Donald Trump said Iran was "seriously talking" with Washington over the weekend.

Gold dives 5% and silver crashes 7%, extending sell-off in precious metals after historic plunge

Gold and silver extended sell-off on Monday, deepening losses from last Friday's rout.

South Korea stocks fall more than 5%, triggering temporary halt in trading

Asia-Pacific markets saw a mixed trading session as investors assessed China's factory activity for January.

Is 'America First' starting to backfire as Washington's allies go it alone?

Trump's volatility and unpredictability, as well as tariffs and territorial threats, have spooked erstwhile allies.

CNBC Daily Open: Gold and silver tank amid Trump picking Kevin Warsh as Fed chair

The U.S. dollar strengthened, signaling the market's approval of Warsh's credibility and perceived autonomy, but safe-haven assets gold and silver plummeted.

Why the catastrophe bond market is so hot right now

CAT bonds are known to offer highly attractive equity-like returns, low volatility and low correlation to broader financial markets.

Chinese organized crime networks moved $16 billion in crypto in 2025, according to report

A report published on Tuesday has found Chinese organized crime networks to be laundering massive volumes of illicit funds through

China's factory activity grows at fastest pace since October, private survey shows, beating official reading

The RatingDog China General Manufacturing PMI, rose to 50.3 in January from 50.1 the previous month, in line with analysts' expectations in a Reuters poll.

Washington Post

In Gaza, an ‘apocalyptic wasteland’ foretold

Seen two years later, a suppressed U.S cable warning of a “wasteland” in northern Gaza, as reported by Reuters, is a small footnote of history.

Russia strikes Ukrainian energy sector after Trump push for pause

A Russian attack on coal mining facilities in Ukraine Sunday killed at least 12 miners, according to DTEK, the country’s largest private energy company.

Iran’s missiles pose deadly threat, gulf allies warn, as Trump weighs strikes

Even after a 12-day war with Israel, Iran retains the arsenal to hit U.S. allies and bases. U.S. strikes would lead to “regional war,” Iran’s supreme leader said.

Israeli airstrikes kill 32 in Gaza, Palestinian officials say

Israel said it targeted Hamas militants and weapons sites. The majority of the dead were women and children, the Gaza Health Ministry said.

Epstein file photos appear to show Andrew crouched over female on floor

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, who was stripped of his royal titles over ties to Jeffrey Epstein, seems to be in images released by the Justice Department.

China’s efforts to boost the birth rate have failed. Is coercion next?

China's birth rate has fallen to a record low, prompting concerns about the country's demographic future and the potential for more coercive measures.

BBC

Bad Bunny makes Grammy history as stars protest against ICE

Other prizes went to Billie Eilish, Olivia Dean and Lady Gaga, at a ceremony dominated by politics.

Gaza's key Rafah border crossing with Egypt reopens

Only dozens of Palestinians and no goods will be able to cross in both directions each day.

Gold and silver prices plunge after Friday's losses

Precious metal prices hit record highs in January as investors parked their money in "safe havens".

Workers Party of Britain not contesting by-election

The party, led by George Galloway, says it will not choose a candidate for the Gorton and Denton seat.

Stars hit red carpet at Grammy Awards show

A collection of some of the best looks from Sunday's awards in Los Angeles.

Twelve miners killed by Russian strike in Ukraine, officials say

Fifteen others were reported injured in the strike near a bus carrying the workers on Sunday.

AI 'slop' is transforming social media - and a backlash is brewing

Social media has been flooded with fake, AI-generated images and videos. But will the majority of users actually care?

Quiz: Name the record transfer for every letter of the alphabet

When it comes to transfer windows, it's not all about the numbers - the letters are important too!

My children's lives have come to a standstill - but a new study offers hope

The £1.1m Rosetta Stone study hopes to make a breakthrough by comparing ME and Long Covid.

'Why I loved a deadline day deal'

In his BBC Sport column, ex-Premier League boss Tony Pulis explains why the right deadline day signing can transform your team's fortunes, but sometimes it is not just about the effect a deal has on the pitch.

The Independent

Lord Mandelson’s fall from grace – and what awaits him in UK

Peter Mandelson’s career has been defined by comebacks, but his connection to Epstein may mark the end of the road for the Labour grandee

Mandelson expected to be ordered to give evidence in US about Epstein ties

Lord Mandelson faced fresh claims over his links to the disgraced financier over the weekend

Snapchat blocks more than 400,000 accounts of Australia’s under-16 users

Platform says age checks remain imperfect as regulator prepares further compliance action

Lord Mandelson resigns from Labour Party to avoid ‘further embarrassment’ over Epstein links

The former ambassador to the US said he did not wish to ‘cause further embarrassment’ over his links to the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein

Trump-Iran latest: US president hopeful of Tehran deal even as Khamenei warns of ‘regional war’

Iran's supreme leader warned that a US attack would spark a ‘regional war’

Gold and silver sell-off gathers steam in correction after record highs

Gold and silver suffered their worst trading days for decades on Friday and were down heavily again on Monday.

The Grammys had lots of Mars, Carpenter soaring and a near-naked Bieber. Here are some key moments

The Grammy Awards featured memorable performances, including Bruno Mars and Rosé kicking off the night with their high energy hit “APT.”

Iran summons EU ambassadors to protest Revolutionary Guard being listed as terror group

Iran says it has had summoned all of the European Union ambassadors in the Islamic Republic to protest the bloc’s listing of the paramilitary Revolutionary Guard as a terror group

Peter Mandelson latest: Peer ‘to be summoned to give evidence in US Epstein inquiry’ after Labour resignation

Bank statements to the Labour peer appear to show payments from Epstein totalling $75,000 between 2003 and 2004

Gaza’s Rafah border crossing with Egypt reopens for limited traffic, officials say

Egyptian and Israeli security officials say Gaza’s Rafah border crossing with Egypt has reopened for limited traffic, a key step as the ceasefire moves ahead