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CBC.ca

Hurricanes beat Canadiens 3-2 in OT to take 2-1 lead in Eastern Conference final

Andrei Svechnikov scored at 14:06 of overtime as the Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Montreal Canadiens 3-2 on Monday to take a 2-1 lead in the Eastern Conference final.

Jazz great Sonny Rollins dead at 95

Sonny Rollins, the tenor saxophonist and restless genius whose bold, distinctive tone and constant experimentation kept him on the cutting edge of jazz for more than 50 years, died Monday at age 95.

#TheMoment a family of foxes moved in under the porch

Ashley Charriere tells The National about the moment a family of foxes nested under her porch in Mitchell, Man.

Iran's national soccer team to commute to U.S.-hosted World Cup games from Mexico

Iran's national soccer team will sleep in Mexico and travel to the U.S. on the days of its three World Cup matches after Washington declined to host the squad for the tournament, Mexican President ‌Claudia Sheinbaum said on Monday.

Jesse Marsch extended as Canada's men's soccer coach through 2030 World Cup

Canada Soccer announced a four-year extension with men's head coach Jesse Marsch that will take his contract through the 2030 FIFA World Cup, the organization announced Monday.

Family seeks answers after Indigenous mother dies in delivery room at Saskatoon hospital

Family and friends of Jaali Sutherland-Weenie are calling for accountability from the health-care system after the young Indigenous woman died in hospital following a severe pregnancy complication.

Fact check: Ads on Trump’s Truth Social link to Carney deepfake

CBC’s Fact Check team found ads on Truth Social linking to a deepfake of Prime Minister Mark Carney. The fake video is designed to scam you into sending money.

A new slinky is in the world record books. This Connecticut family made it happen

It turns out everyone’s favourite childhood toy is actually a record-breaking stair master — and not the type we collectively dread seeing at the gym. According to Guinness World Records, the record for the most stairs descended by a slinky has been shattered, at 53.

The first significant heat wave of the year is expected to descend across the southern Prairies this week

It's about to get very hot across a large swath of Canada. The first long stretch of heat is expected across southern Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba this week where temperatures could reach higher than 32 C over several days.
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Toronto Star

Canada Soccer give men's national team coach Jesse Marsch four more years

The national team has made some huge strides in the two years since the 52-year-old American took charge, hitting an all-time high of 26th in the world rankings last year.

Child bitten on the head by coyote in Markham, marking second attack in less than a week

York Regional Police issued a public safety notice for green spaces in the McCowan Road and 16th Avenue area following two violent coyote encounters.

Canada names Alphonso Davies to its World Cup training camp roster amid uncertainty over status

Canadian superstar has endured an injury-blighted 15 months and his status for the FIFA World Cup was thrown into uncertainty with another injury.

Bruno Mars at Rogers Stadium was so loud it rattled homes 10 km away in Thornhill

Local residents say Bruno Mars show at Rogers Stadium could still be heard as far away as Vaughan.

Thousands of Ontario community and social service workers hit picket lines: 'They're willing to stand up and fight'

The strike at 22 agencies across the province relates to the rippling effects of Bill 124, which froze salary increases for broader public sector workers, the union said.

Olivia Chow to run for re-election as Toronto's mayor: 'There's more to do'

The confirmation Olivia Chow will seek a second term as mayor of Toronto ends months of speculation.

Ford government joins Supreme Court challenge of 'assault-style' firearms ban

The Ontario government has joined the legal challenge by a firearms lobby group of the federal government’s sweeping 2020 ban of "assault-style" weapons.

Mark Carney defends environmental record as Liberal MPs send letter raising concerns

Carney confirmed a report from Friday that 14 Liberal MPs sent him a letter in April.

Ford government to target shoplifting rings, ban some pet procedures

Premier Doug Ford's new omnibus bill is taking aim at a slew of "safety measures."

Alberta referendum could be 'a very dangerous bluff,' Mark Carney warns

Carney says Ottawa is assessing the Alberta referendum that will ask citizens to vote on whether to remain in Canada or trigger a separation vote.
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Globe and Mail

Israel violated Vienna Convention with its treatment of Canadian activists, Anand says

Canada’s Foreign Affairs Minister and PM Mark Carney tell Israeli officials there must be an investigation into abuse of aid flotilla participants

Russia threatens to launch ‘systematic strikes’ on Kyiv, urges foreigners to leave

Two people were killed and 91 injured in Kyiv on Sunday in one of the heaviest bombardments since the war began, authorities say

Israel to escalate strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon

Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah have continued to trade blows despite an April 16 truce

Crack in chemical tank relieves pressure and averts explosion risk, overnight inspection confirms

Authorities in Garden Grove, Calif., say methyl methacrylate has cooled, but evacuation order for 50,000 not yet lifted

Pope Leo warns some AI weapons 'practically beyond' human control

Pope Leo warned on Monday that some autonomous weapons systems are 'practically beyond any human reach' to control, as he presented his first encyclical on the risks of AI systems.

Ebola outbreak is outpacing response efforts, WHO chief says

There has been 220 suspected deaths in the current outbreak and a delay in detecting cases means responders are now ‘playing catch-up’

Toshifumi Suzuki, the man behind Japan’s 7-Eleven ‘conbini’ empire, dies at 93

He became chief executive of 7-Eleven Japan in 1978 and was an honorary adviser at Seven & i Holdings

Pope Leo denounces ‘culture of power’ driving AI race, calls for regulation

Leo issues a sweeping manifesto on safeguarding humankind as the technology affects everything from work to war

U.S. strikes boats, launch sites in Iran as Trump links potential peace deal to Abraham Accords

Iranian officials in talks with Qatar’s prime minister as both sides play down hopes for an imminent breakthrough

Trump says there is no rush for Iran deal, U.S. blockade stays

U.S. President Donald Trump said Sunday he had told his representatives not to rush into any deal with Iran, as his administration played down hopes of an imminent breakthrough in the three-month-old war that had been raised a day earlier.
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Global News

‘Married at First Sight’ pulls episodes over cast member rape allegations

The accusations were first presented to Channel 4 'against a small number of past contributors' in April. The broadcaster says those cast members have denied the allegations.

India minister seeks to build on trade ties reset by recent Carney visit

India's Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal is in Canada for meetings on trade and investment this week, as the two countries work toward a new free trade agreement.

Gunmen attack Congo hospital treating Ebola patients over relatives’ bodies

The gunfire attack was the third violent incident within four days at Congo health facilities amid the rapidly spreading Ebola outbreak.

Ebola epidemic is outpacing response efforts, WHO chief says

The head of the World Health Organization said on Monday that the fast-moving Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda was outpacing response efforts.

Brits bask in scorching sun as record-high temperatures beat down

The U.K. rarely sees such scorching heat, especially in spring and even in summer, when average temperatures in the south of England linger between the high teens and low 20s C.

Authorities investigate after China coal mine explosion kills at least 82

Officials blamed 'chaotic' scenes in the aftermath and inaccurate information provided by the mine operator for the revised death toll.

AI is fueling war, ‘culture of power’, Pope says in theological document

Leo denounced the 'culture of power' driving the AI race, especially in developing ever more sophisticated methods of remote warfare.

What to know on peace deal with Iran Trump says is ‘largely negotiated’

A deal appears to be emerging between the United States and Iran to end the war and open the Strait of Hormuz, according to U.S. President Donald Trump.

South Korea aims to win Canada’s sub bid with showcase of ship in B.C.

Hanwha Ocean showcased its submarine in Victoria as the company tries to win a bid to build Canada's new submarines, with a decision expected in June.

Russia hits Kyiv with ballistic missile, damages buildings and schools

The intense aerial assault damaged buildings across the Ukrainian capital, including near government offices, residential buildings, schools and a market, authorities said.
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New York Times

Iceland, Rattled by Trump’s Greenland Threats, Weighs Joining the E.U.

Iceland has stood apart from the rest of Europe. But President Trump’s threats to Greenland have provoked a reconsideration.

Inside India’s Manipur State, Where Violence and Division Are Routine

Three years after riots tore apart Manipur, the state remains in disarray. Barbed wire and armed checkpoints made it difficult for Times reporters to cross, even before the recent clashes.

Threat of Explosion From Toxic Chemical Tank Lessened, Officials Say

The risk of a large explosion has been averted, officials say. But a smaller blast remains possible, and 16,000 people remain displaced.

Sonny Rollins: 12 Essential Albums

The towering saxophonist, who died at 95, was a master of living in the moment. Listen to some of his most compelling work, onstage and in the studio.

U.S. Carries Out Renewed Strikes in Southern Iran

Military officials said that the strikes targeted missile sites near a major Iranian port that threatened U.S. ships.

Sonny Rollins, Giant of the Jazz Saxophone, Is Dead at 95

Even by the standards of a music that prizes individuality, he stood out, as both a musician and a personality.

Gov. Sherrill Demands Access to ICE Facility as Hunger Strike Widens

After Gov. Mikie Sherrill joined protesters at an immigration jail in New Jersey, the standoff grew tense, with ICE agents deploying pepper balls and spray.

The Medical System Abandons Women When They Are Most Vulnerable

One year after my daughter’s birth, I’m still experiencing health complications.

Netanyahu Says Israel Plans to Intensify Attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon

After the prime minister made the announcement, the Israeli military said it had struck more than 70 Hezbollah sites in the past day.

Main Takeaways From Pope Leo’s Encyclical on A.I.

In his letter, the first American pontiff called for putting care for humans at the heart of technological change.

CNBC

Ferrari shares fall 7% after luxury carmaker launches first fully electric vehicle

Shares of luxury carmaker Ferrari fell sharply on Tuesday morning, shortly after the company launched its first fully electric vehicle.

European stocks open mixed following U.S. strikes on Iran, mixed messages on peace talks

European stocks opened mixed on Tuesday, as traders watched developments in the Middle East and Ukraine.

South Korea's Kospi hits new high amid mixed trading in Asia

Asia-Pacific markets were set to open broadly higher Tuesday, amid hopes for a breakthrough in the U.S.-Iran peace negotiations.

Brent crude rises 2% as U.S. military strikes against Iran cloud Middle East peace prospects

Donald Trump had said negotiations with Iran were "proceeding nicely," while warning that the U.S. could resume military action if discussions were to collapse.

CNBC Daily Open: Markets optimism tested by fresh Iran strikes

U.S. officials suggested a deal with Iran is near, but strikes continue, creating a complex trading picture for Wall Street's reopening.

U.S. conducts 'self-defense strikes' in Iran as Trump pushes for peace deal

Targets included missile launch sites and Iranian boats attempting to emplace mines.

CNBC Daily Open: Faith in markets, doubts in diplomacy

Markets remain optimistic as talks inch toward an Iran deal.

CNBC's The China Connection newsletter: Tariffs eased. Trust didn't.

As the largest consumer market globally, the U.S. still remains a prized destination for Chinese companies that are finding ways to address local concerns.

European stocks highest since March 2 as U.S.-Iran talks continue; euro zone bond yields drop on peace hopes

Stocks in Europe are tracking their Asian counterparts higher after Japan's Nikkei 225 breached 65,000 for the first time.

Beware the boom and bust cycle of memory stocks, investors warn amid AI excitement

"In the long run, it's a pretty dreadful industry," William de Gale of BlueBox Asset Management, told CNBC's Europe Early Edition on Wednesday.

Washington Post

U.S. renews strikes on Iran, citing threats posed to American troops

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that the U.S. would continue to pursue a diplomatic path to ending the war, but that negotiations will “take a few days.”

As new Iran deal faces sharp criticism, Trump seeks to widen Abraham Accords

GOP lawmakers warned against concessions to Iran in any deal to end the war, while doubts greeted Trump’s push to expand pacts between Israel and Muslim-majority nations.

Russia’s overnight barrage on Ukraine includes use of powerful Oreshnik missile

At least two people died in Kyiv, which faced the brunt of the attack, Ukrainian officials said. It was one of the biggest overnight aerial assaults since the beginning of Russia's invasion.

Africa is Catholicism’s future, but Pentecostal churches are growing faster

The growth of Christianity in Africa has turned the continent into a denominational battleground. Pope Leo’s visit to Angola came as his church confronts a rising challenge.

BBC

Gisèle Pelicot 'deeply shocked' by decision not to jail boys in rape case

The French rape survivor praises the bravery of a young girl for coming forward following the incidents in Fordingbridge.

Jordan leads star names at Guardiola leaving party

Basketball legend Michael Jordan leads the cast of star names to pay tribute to Pep Guardiola at the Manchester City manager's farewell party.

Watch: Light drones fall during display in Sydney

Almost 90 drones fell from the sky over Sydney's Darling Harbour during a popular winter light show.

'Magician' Monfils exits final French Open

Gael Monfils bows out of his final French Open in the first round, losing in five sets to compatriot Hugo Gaston, as tributes are paid to one of the great tennis entertainers.

Next boss warns of 'dramatic' fall in entry-level jobs

Lord Wolfson tells the BBC Next now typically receives double the number of applicants for one role than it did two years ago.

Social media as bad for young people as smoking, top doctors say

The Academy of Medical Royal Colleges says doctors should routinely check on screen time and social media use when seeing younger patients.

What is going on with Ferrari and will Verstappen quit? F1 Q&A

BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions after the Canadian Grand Prix.

Australian police arrest two in connection with gunman Dezi Freeman

Police say the pair will be questioned in relation to the fugitive who was shot dead in March.

How Toone is navigating grief through football

England and Manchester United midfielder Ella Toone opens up about grief, football and preparing for her wedding without her dad in a new BBC documentary.

How Ella Toone is navigating grief through football

England and Manchester United midfielder Ella Toone opens up about grief, football and preparing for her wedding without her dad in a new BBC documentary.

The Independent

Thousands of US residents evacuated due to dangerous chemical tank can finally return home

Evacuation order for thousands who live near the tank containing hazardous chemicals has been lifted

Streeting likens social media to tobacco as pressure grows for under-16s ban

The Government’s consultation closes at the end of Tuesday.

UK breaks May temperature record with sweltering ‘tropical night’

The temperature didn’t fall below 21.3C overnight in south London

Ukraine-Russia war latest: EU condemns Putin’s attempt to sow ‘panic’ with warning to evacuate Kyiv

Russian foreign minister Sergei Lavrov piles pressures on the US to evacuate staff from its embassy

Plane crashes into paraglider and sends her spiraling through the air

A paraglider narrowly escaped death after an aircraft tore through her chute whilst she was up in the air in the Salzburg region of Austria.

Iran-US war latest: US launches new strikes targeting Iranian naval base in Strait of Hormuz

Marco Rubio says Strait of Hormuz will be reopened ‘one way or ​the ⁠other’

What are Abraham Accords? The Trump-backed peace deal explained

Abraham, known as Ibrahim to Muslims, is often invoked by those seeking to bridge interfaith divides

The Mediterranean secret to keeping your home cool in a heatwave

Ancient techniques once suited to the Mediterranean now hold lessons for modern Britain, Rosa Schiano-Phan writes

Australia prepares for arrival of 19 women and children linked to Isis

Seven women and 12 children from Syrian detention camp expected to arrive in Sydney and Melbourne today

Bread and pasta prices to stay high as UK households feel pinch from Iran war

Households have already seen food prices rise more than 40 per cent since mid-2021