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CBC.ca
The National | Carney tries to sell B.C. on pipeline development
May 20, 2026 | Prime Minister Mark Carney urges a skeptical B.C. Premier David Eby to embrace pipeline development. Canada joins other nations in condemning Israel's treatment of detained Gaza flotilla activists. And Artemis II astronauts answer Canada's questions about their historic lunar mission.
Grizzly feeding videos and black bear attack prompt bear safety reminders in B.C.
B.C.'s Conservation Officer Service is reminding people to avoid attracting bears into human habitat or luring them with food, after a pair of incidents in the province this week.
Just for Laughs founder Gilbert Rozon to pay $930K to 9 women after sexual assault ruling
Gilbert Rozon has agreed to pay $930,000 to nine women who accused him of sexual misconduct and has waived his right to appeal the Quebec court ruling that found he sexually assaulted eight of them.
Elon Musk's SpaceX plans IPO with shares to be sold as soon as June
SpaceX took the wraps off its IPO filing on Wednesday, opening the books of the company that has already revolutionized rocket technology, with even larger ambitions to colonize Mars and build AI data centres in space.
Banff grizzly cub struck by train in 'heartbreaking' loss for sensitive species
A grizzly bear cub has been struck and killed by a train in Banff National Park, where Parks Canada has recorded 19 grizzly deaths on tracks since 2005.
Ukraine beefs up northern defences, points to risks of new Russian offensive north of Kyiv
Ukraine will send reinforcements to its northern regions and step up diplomatic pressure on Belarus to counter what Kyiv believes are Russian plans to launch a new offensive north of the capital, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said.
2 Alberta cabinet ministers stepping down
Alberta Finance Minister Nate Horner and Minister of Hospital and Surgical Health Services Matt Jones have both announced they will not seek re-election in advance of a cabinet shuffle Thursday.
Regina man pleads guilty in pitbull attack that severely injured woman walking her dog
Gerald L. Pocha will serve a community-based sentence of two years less a day after pleading guilty to criminal negligence causing bodily harm for the dog attack in August 2024.
Spotify swapped its logo for a discoball to mark a milestone. A backlash ensued online
Who hates a sparkly disco ball? Turns out a vociferous swath of Spotify users do. A short-term swap of its regular mobile app icon for a 3D mirrorball version to celebrate a company milestone has set off an online kerfuffle.
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Toronto Star
Ex-Leafs GM Brad Treliving addresses 'tough year' and comments on Morgan Rielly's future
Treliving told TSN's "Overdrive" that it was "disappointing" that his Toronto tenure came to an end.
Mark Carney seeks B.C. major projects deal while signalling urgency on development agenda
Carney suggested Wednesday that the federal government will focus on building elsewhere if "things get stalled" in British Columbia.
Carney government eying curbs on right to strike, labour leaders warn
The Carney government is contemplating changes to Canadian labour law that several unions say aims to designate more workplaces as "essential services" and curb the right to strike while undermining collective bargaining for others.
One person in Ontario being tested for Ebola virus
Ontario's Ministry of Health confirmed the person, who recently returned from East Africa, is in hospital and being tested "out of an abundance of caution."
Toronto city council this week: Billy Bishop referendum, help for paramedics during World Cup, Metrolinx's SmartTrack invoices — and a councillor's legal bills
This week's council meeting is the first since the election period officially kicked off on May 1.
Bikers form procession for man shot dead in Vaughan: 'I rode with him as a Hells Angel and now I’m burying him as a Satan’s Choice'
Murder victim Pasquale (Squals) Casciato, 49, was a member of the Hells Angels before switching over to Satan’s Choice Motorcycle Club.
Tornado teams confirm London was hit by tornado after severe storms
The Northern Tornadoes Project is conducting damage surveys following storms on Monday and Tuesday. Ontario's first tornado of 2026 was reported earlier this month.
Search for missing 14-year-old Toronto girl stretches into fifth day: 'Please come home'
The search for a missing girl, who was last seen, Friday night has continued with police and community members searching the area.
Toronto approves plan to ask neighbouring regions for help during World Cup
FIFA is mandating that about 50 paramedics be on standby at BMO Field ready to tend to any player injuries.
Hundreds of 911 calls re-routed in Toronto due to 'technical issues,' police say
Calls to 911 meant for Toronto police were rerouted on Wednesday due to a technical error.
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Globe and Mail
British PM Starmer congratulates Arsenal as title celebrations go deep into the night
After seeing 22-year championship drought brought to an end, Gunners fans take opportunity to celebrate
Iran implements new transit regime to consolidate control of Hormuz
Reuters tracked a tanker's route through the Strait of Hormuz to see how it navigated a new Iranian transit regime that involves vetting and occasional fees for vessels trying to sail through a crucial waterway choked by conflict.
Former Cuban President Raúl Castro indicted on murder charges in U.S.
Acting U.S. Attorney-General Todd Blanche on Wednesday announced that former Cuban President Raúl Castro has been indicted in the United States on murder charges, in a major escalation in Washington's pressure campaign against the island's communist government.
U.S. police who defended Capitol on Jan. 6 sue to block payouts from Trump’s ‘anti-weaponization’ fund
Lawsuit claims $1.776-billion settlement is illegal slush fund Trump will use to finance groups committing violence in his name
Governments in U.K. urging grocers to cap prices on food staples
Scotland plans to make them mandatory on as many as 50 items
What we know about the Cuban exiles’ group at the heart of Raúl Castro’s indictment
Potential indictment tied to 1996 shootdown of two planes operated by Brothers to the Rescue, a Miami-based group
Trump says talks with Iran in 'final stages'
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that negotiations with Iran were in the final stages, while warning of further attacks unless Iran agrees to a deal.
Trump’s allies prevailed in spring primaries. Will it hurt the GOP’s midterm chances?
U.S. President’s political triumphs do not necessarily shore up his party as it seeks to retain its slender majorities on Capitol Hill
Cuba’s ex-president Raúl Castro indicted in U.S. on murder charges
Indictment related to Castro’s alleged role in the 1996 downing of two planes operated by the Miami-based exile group Brothers to the Rescue
WHO racing to trace DRC Ebola outbreak as suspected cases climb
The World Health Organization said on Wednesday there were 600 suspected cases of Ebola and 139 suspected deaths and numbers are expected to rise given the time the virus circulated before the outbreak in Congo and Uganda was detected.
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Global News
Ontario tests possible Ebola case after East Africa travel, no confirmations
Ontario says it is testing a patient for Ebola following recent travel to East Africa, but no cases are confirmed and precautions are in place.
Raúl Castro, former Cuban president, indicted by U.S.
Castro, 94, last appeared in public in Cuba earlier this month, and there is no evidence that he has since left the island or that the government would allow him to be extradited.
Hantavirus-hit cruise operator says ship was not source of outbreak
'The indications strongly suggest that the virus was introduced prior to embarkation and did not originate from the vessel itself,' Oceanwide Expeditions' CEO said.
Anand summons Israel envoy over ‘mistreatment’ of Canadians aboard flotilla
A number of Canadians were among those detained when Israeli authorities intercepted the Gaza-bound flotilla near Cyprus on Monday.
Ebola epidemic scale ‘much larger’ than known cases, WHO head says
'Beyond the confirmed cases, there are almost 600 suspected cases and 139 suspected deaths,' the WHO director-general said. 'We expect those numbers to keep increasing.'
Severe global food price crisis is looming within 6 to 12 months, UN body says
The warning was made in a podcast hosted by the FAO that focused on the current chokehold on global energy and how fertilizer supplies are expanding through agrifood systems.
The World Cup will cost Canadian taxpayers $82M per game: PBO
The World Cup will feature over a dozen matches played in Canada this summer, and a new analysis estimates each game will cost $82 million of government funding.
Housemates find live frog inside sealed, store-bought salad bag
The group of friends who found the frog, named it Greg before releasing it at a pond near their shared house in Western Australia.
U.S. tourists arrested after breaking into Punch the monkey’s zoo enclosure
In footage of the trespassing incident, a person in an emoji costume climbs over the barrier surrounding the macaque monkey habitat and drops a small stuffed toy near the monkeys.
U.K. police probe decades-old child sex abuse claims linked to Epstein files
Police in Surrey, the county immediately southwest of London, said in a statement that they are investigating two separate allegations.
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New York Times
Trump’s Coast Guard Address: ‘Good Looking Men’ and Deja Vu
President Trump’s commencement address was a mixture of jokes and praise for the seafaring life of the Coast Guard graduates. But there were detours into choppy waters.
Musk’s SpaceX Reveals Its Finances for the First Time as It Readies for IPO
Mr. Musk’s rocket and satellite maker disclosed its financial performance as it prepares to go public in what is set to be one of the largest offerings to date.
Trump’s Praise of Spencer Pratt Could Hurt Him in L.A. Mayor’s Race
Democrats have been trying to portray Mr. Pratt, a former reality TV star, as a MAGA Republican in the mayor’s race. President Trump just gave them a helping hand.
Thomas Massie, a Trump Critic, Causes Latest Midterm Fight Over Israel
In primary races across the country, debates over Israel are taking center stage, dividing Democrats and Republicans alike.
Trump’s Government Moves to Spare an Unhappy Taxpayer Named Trump
No president has ever used the federal government to advance his own personal interests and those of his family and allies as expansively and openly as Mr. Trump has.
Nvidia’s Profit Hits $58.3 Billion as A.I. Boom Gathers More Steam
The chip maker said its profit in its most recent quarter jumped 211 percent from a year earlier thanks to extreme demand from other big technology companies.
Senate G.O.P. Ready to Drop Ballroom Funds From ICE Bill
Several Republicans had balked at including the money in an immigration enforcement measure that the party plans to push through on a party-line vote.
How the $1.8 Billion Trump Fund May Violate Past Practice and Policy
The fund that could offer payouts to Trump allies who accuse the government of mistreatment is not only highly unusual but also appears to violate the administration’s own policies.
Trump Gets His Payback in Primary Elections, but It Comes at a Cost in Congress
Republican senators are angry the president is working to unseat their colleagues. But he is also creating more free agents in his own party in Congress willing to defy him.
The U.S. Charges Raúl Castro, Increasing the Pressure on Cuba
Also, Jan. 6 police officers sue to block Trump’s new fund. Here’s the latest at the end of Wednesday.
CNBC
SoftBank Group shares soar over 16% as Nvidia earnings signal strong AI momentum
SoftBank Group is closely tied to the AI boom through its stake in Arm Holdings, whose chip designs are used in AI servers and data centers powered by Nvidia systems.
Japan exports jump 14.8% in April, beating expectations as semiconductor shipments soar
The figure outperformed the 9.3% estimate from Reuters.
Asia markets rise as Trump says negotiations between Iran and the U.S. in 'final stage'
Asia-Pacific markets rise amid growing hopes that the Middle East conflict could soon end following Trump's comments and as oil prices cool.
Inside India newsletter: India’s investment appeal dims as firms and funds pivot to the U.S.
AI-driven growth and 'America-first' policies are pulling global capital to the U.S., challenging India's appeal as the fastest-growing economy.
Congress is best chance to stop Trump 'lawfare' fund, attorneys say
The Department of Justice has set up a $1.8 billion fund that will purportedly compensate victims of prosecutorial overreach under the Biden administration.
Intuit plans to cut workforce by about 17% as tax software maker reckons with slowing growth
Intuit's stock has been hammered this year as investors worry that generative artificial intelligence models could threaten software companies.
Bezos defends billionaires, hypes AI, talks taxes and praises Trump in CNBC interview
Jeff Bezos rejected accusations that Amazon's decision to release a documentary on first lady Melania Trump was an effort to curry favor with the president.
Zuckerberg's Meta layoffs memo: 'Success isn't a given' in the AI era
Meta on Wednesday commenced its latest round of layoffs, which affect about 10% of the company's workforce or roughly 8,000 jobs.
Fed officials see rate hike ahead if inflation stays elevated, minutes show
A majority of officials anticipated that interest rate increases would be necessary if the Iran war continued to aggravate inflation.
U.S. crude oil falls below $100 per barrel after Trump says Iran talks in final stages
Trump told reporters that the administration was in the "final stages" of negotiations with Iran, according to a pool report.
Washington Post
Putin, Xi signal unity but fail to reach deal on pipeline sought by Russia
The Power of Siberia 2 pipeline could carry 50 billion cubic meters of Russian natural gas annually to China.
In seemingly ungovernable Britain, prime ministers keep failing and falling
Keir Starmer, Britain's first Labour prime minister in 14 years, is fighting for his political life as mainstream parties crumble in favor of more extreme voices.
Pentagon says U.S. will cut thousands of troops from Europe
Poland was set to receive forces whose deployment was abruptly halted last week.
Admiral accuses lawmaker of ‘inappropriate’ remark at Iran war hearing
Adm. Brad Cooper, the head of U.S. Central Command, appeared frustrated with questions from House Democrats who pressed him on a range of issues about the conflict.
As Putin visits China, distrust simmers beneath an anti-U.S. alliance
Back-to-back visits to Beijing by the American and Russian presidents are highlighting how China's Xi Jinping is the world leader to be reckoned with and courted.
A ship’s crew risked the Strait of Hormuz. They met with a hail of bullets.
After a month stranded, a ship's Filipino crew voted under mounting pressure to risk the perilous six-hour journey, made treacherous by mines and Iranian attacks.
BBC
TikTok and YouTube 'not safe enough' for kids, says Ofcom
YouTube said it worked with experts to provide appropriate experiences. TikTok said it was disappointed Ofcom had not acknowledged its safety features.
The Papers: 'Don't cap food prices' and '20ft from WW3'
A backlash against a food price cap proposal and Russian jets "buzz RAF spy plane" lead Thursday's papers.
UK to provide up to £20m to help contain ebola outbreak
In its latest update, the World Health Organization says there have now been 139 suspected deaths and 600 cases.
Race Across the World pals Jo and Kush on fame, friendship and family
The childhood best friends from Liverpool are the youngest duo in this series of the BBC show.
Far-right Israeli minister condemned for taunting handcuffed Gaza flotilla activists
France and Italy are among the countries that have criticised a video showing Itamar Ben-Gvir taunting dozens of activists detained at an Israeli port.
US charges Cuba's Raúl Castro with murder over 1996 downing of two planes
Castro and five others are charged with conspiracy to kill US nationals, murder, and destruction of aircraft
Martinez breaks finger... then helps Villa win Europa League
Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez reveals he broke his finger during the warm-up before his side's Europa League final win against Freiburg.
Unfair dismissal claims face five-year delay as tribunal backlog grows
Employment tribunal service delays mean people bringing unfair dismissal claims are waiting up to five years in England and Wales.
SpaceX files for IPO that could make Elon Musk a trillionaire
Musk's rocket-maker and satellite internet provider will trade under the ticker SPCX
Why illegal children's homes are being paid up to £2m per child by councils
A ban was meant to bring an end to the practice - but councils continue to fund illegal placements.
The Independent
Spurs-Thunder Game 1 averages record 9.2M viewers, NBA Playoff ratings up 16% through 2 rounds
The first year of the NBA’s media rights deal continues to deliver large amounts of viewers
Maine high schoolers accidentally served baked dirt for dessert after science experiment mix-up
The potting soil had been baked in a foil-covered dish earlier that day to sterilize it for a science project
Joey Chestnut to defend hot dog eating title while on probation after pleading guilty to battery
Competitive eater Joey Chestnut is on probation after pleading guilty to a misdemeanor battery charge
RFK tells schools to cut back on screen time and go back to old textbooks as Trump touts AI for education
The recommendations are at odds with the president’s strong endorsements for AI in the classroom
Sinkhole forces canceled flights and delays at one of New York’s biggest airports as runway is shut down
Hundreds of flight disruptions caused by the incident, according to the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey
Politics latest: Reeves to cut food costs and offer free children’s bus rides in cost of living package
The chancellor will announce a range of policies on Thursday to try and combat the economic impact of Donald Trump’s war with Iran
Brooklyn mom who drowned 3 kids on Coney Island beach sentenced to 20 years to life
A Brooklyn woman has been sentenced to 20 years to life for drowning her three young children in the ocean near Coney Island's boardwalk
Lawsuit claims Arkansas group rejected woman's land purchase due to Jewish ancestry, Black husband
A real estate broker says in a lawsuit that an organization denied her the opportunity to purchase land in an Arkansas development because of her Jewish ancestry, and because she has a Black husband and biracial children
Texas Six Flags to debut a roller coaster that has shattered six world records
The new attraction will feature a 285-foot drop at a 95-degree angle, tilting riders past a standard vertical descent
Multiple 19th century coins uncovered under HMS Victory mast after being put there for ‘good fortune’
A 750-tonne crane was used to remove the mizzen, foremast and bowsprit masts from Vice-Admiral Lord Nelson’s flagship at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
