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CBC.ca
‘It’s more shouting’: Finland’s president says he’s not exactly a ‘Trump whisperer’
Finnish President Alexander Stubb sat down with CBC News chief political correspondent Rosemary Barton to talk about trade, his relationship with U.S. President Donald Trump and NATO’s role in a shifting global order.
Rare footage reveals 'fish city' near an Ontario nuclear plant on Lake Huron
In the warm waters emanating from Ontario's largest nuclear plant, fish are gathering by the thousands. Ahead of an Earth Day livestream, CBC News got a rare look at what some call a 'fish city,' a striking scene scientists say may signal a changing Great Lakes ecosystem.
Queen Elizabeth’s 'legacy is locked in': 100th anniversary of her birth prompts nostalgia, commemoration
The commemoration of the 100th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth's birth on April 21, 1926, offers what might be considered typical royal recognitions for such milestones. But the moment also offers an opportunity to assess the legacy of Britain’s longest-reigning monarch.
This Japanese town cancelled its cherry blossom festival to stop overtourism. It didn’t work
Fujiyoshida was a sleepy town with a great view — until its cherry blossoms went viral on social media. Now, it’s the latest travel hotspot struggling to find ways to balance tourism with liveability.
Andersen, Hurricanes shut out Senators in Game 1 after opening-faceoff fight
Logan Stankoven and Taylor Hall scored and Frederik Andersen came through with a big third-period performance in net to help the Carolina Hurricanes beat the visiting Ottawa Senators 2-0 on Saturday to open their first-round playoff series.
Mother moose removed from Calgary suburbs for the second time
The routine relocation of two moose this week came with a twist, when it was discovered the adult moose had been removed from the same northwest Calgary neighbourhood last year, only to find her way back to the same community and once again establish herself there with a calf.
Gunman who killed at least 6, took hostages in Ukraine supermarket shot dead by police
A gunman who killed at least six people in the streets of Kyiv, Ukraine's capital, on Saturday before taking hostages and barricading himself in a nearby supermarket has been shot dead by police, Ukrainian officials said.
Here's the 'experiment' NDP Leader Avi Lewis is trying to run in Canadian politics
This week, Lewis made the rounds on Parliament Hill for the first time since becoming NDP leader. CBC's The House gave him a tour of West Block — the home of the House of Commons — as he detailed what his political "experiment" will look like.
B.C. bull rider holds on for No. 1 ranking after wowing crowd at 'biggest rodeo in the world'
Jake Gardner is at the top of his game, coming off a big championship win at RodeoHouston that kicked him to the top of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association standings for bull riding.
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Toronto Star
Toronto drivers run this red light more than any other in the city, data shows
These are the city’s top 10 intersections for tickets issued by red light cameras last year.
Raptors vs. Cavaliers Game 1: Coach Darko’s game plan leaves Brandon Ingram cold in one-sided playoff opener
Almost nothing the Raptors did well during the regular season translated to the post-season cauldron in Cleveland on Saturday.
Cavaliers' Mitchell extends NBA-record streak of 30-point games to 9 in series openers
Mitchell scores a game-high of 32 points in the Cavaliers' 126-113 victory over the Toronto Raptors in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference first-round series.
Carney lands on Time's most influential people list for 2026
Prime Minister Mark Carney was one of the 24 people in the leaders section of The 100 Most Influential People of 2026, which was released earlier this week by Time.
Downsview Park management apologizes for 'distress' of Drake music video explosion
Video footage shared on social media shows a large fireball lighting up North York's night sky on Thursday.
End of federal excise tax on gas Monday may not show up at the pumps, experts say
The tax break, set to last until Sept. 7, is expected to shave 10 cents a litre off the price of gas but the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran could boost pump prices by more than the intended savings.
Murder charges will be dropped against Kenneth Law; he will plead guilty to aiding suicide instead, lawyer says
Lawyer Matthew Gourlay confirmed to the Star that the Crown intends to withdraw the first-degree murder charges, leaving only those for counselling or aiding suicide.
SIU clears Niagara officer in Welland shootout
Female officer saved by ballistic vest during incident on Second Street at Plymouth Road in December.
Rainfall, possible flurries in Toronto's forecast this weekend
Environment Canada warns of 10 to 20 millimetres of rain on Saturday before dropping nighttime temperatures bring a risk of flurries.
You can put beef tallow and salmon sperm on your face. But should you?
Here’s what experts have to say about animal-based skin care, including cautions about a lack of medical evidence for their effectiveness.
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Globe and Mail
Pope Leo downplays reports of feud with Trump
Pope Leo sought to downplay his feud with U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday, saying reporting about comments he has made so far during his Africa tour "has not been accurate in all its aspects."
Ukrainian police shoot and kill a gunman who killed at least 6 and took hostages in a supermarket
A gunman who killed at least six people in Kyiv, Ukraine's capital, before taking hostages and barricading himself inside a supermarket on Saturday has been shot and killed by police, Ukrainian officials said. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy commented Saturday on the deadly shooting in Kyiv.
Lyrid meteor shower is visible now and peaking soon. Here’s how to spot it
Go outside after midnight and venture away from tall buildings and city lights
Six die in Kyiv shooting, police kill gunman after hostage situation
Ukraine’s Security Service says shooting is being investigated as terrorist act
Pope Leo downplays feud with Trump, says ‘not in my interest’ to debate him
First U.S. pope previously blasted leaders who spend billions on wars and said world was ‘being ravaged by a handful of tyrants’
Iran reimposes restrictions on Strait of Hormuz, accusing U.S. of violating deal to reopen it
The announcement was made the day after U.S. President Donald Trump said the American blockade “will remain in full force” until Tehran reaches a deal with the U.S., including on its nuclear program.
Trump, Iran claim progress in talks as Tehran closes Strait of Hormuz again
Iran reversed its reopening of the crucial waterway and fired on ships attempting to pass
War broke the Gulf states’ security umbrella. Now, the UAE fears stormy weather ahead
With expats leaving, foreign workers killed and companies closing up shop, the UAE questions whether its good times will return
U.S. extends waiver allowing countries to buy Russian oil
Trump administration allows purchases of the oil loaded on vessels as of Friday through May 16, an extension of an original 30-day waiver that expired on April 11
Transgender teen’s case in Ecuador opens path for others seeking legal recognition
Court rulings welcomed by supporters of LGBTQ+ rights in a region where conservative movements have gained ground
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Global News
Iran fires on ships, re-closes Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions
Iran fired on vessels and re-closed the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions in the region and threatening the key global oil shipping route.
Multimillionaires band together in effort to save beached whale in Germany
Since his first sighting, the whale has been trapped several times and freed with human assistance, but has become stranded again and is now fighting for his life.
Lebanon and Israel have agreed to a ceasefire deal. What does it entail?
The deal is meant to enable broader U.S.-Iran negotiations but one that will see Israeli forces maintain positions deep inside southern Lebanon.
Iran declares Strait of Hormuz open amid ceasefire, oil prices plunge
Oil prices plunged by about nine per cent on Friday, extending previous losses, after Iran's foreign minister announced that the Strait of Hormuz is open to commercial traffic.
U.K.’s Starmer faces calls to quit over Mandelson security vet. Here’s why
The new information that Mandelson initially failed the vetting, but was still given the role, increases the political pressure on Keir Starmer.
Life-jacket from Titanic survivor to be auctioned, expected to fetch $648K
The life jacket was worn by Laura Francatelli, a first-class passenger, who was among about 700 people who survived the ship's sinking.
U.S. tourist held in Zanzibar after his fiancee dies following arguments
Joseph Isaac McCann, 45, was questioned by police, four days after his partner, Ashly Robinson, 31, was found dead in a luxury villa in Zanzibar on her birthday trip.
Prince Harry says Princess Diana’s death made him not want to be a royal
Prince Harry, during his 20-minute address, spoke about his experience with mental health and how grief, after the death of his mother, has impacted his life.
Trump says Israel, Lebanon agree to 10-day ceasefire for peace talks
Trump told reporters after the ceasefire was announced that Lebanon and Israel would work toward a longer-term deal, and said Lebanon had agreed to 'take care of Hezbollah.'
U.S. military ‘locked and loaded’ on Iran’s power plants, Hegseth says
U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said Thursday that Iran needs to choose wisely as it prepares for negotiations with the United States.
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New York Times
The Mind-Altering Power of Lucid Dreaming
Few people experience lucid dreams, yet those who do are able to appreciate as much asleep as the rest of us do awake.
What to Know About the Bulgarian Election
The Black Sea country is holding its eighth election in five years, with Bulgarians yearning for the kind of prosperous life enjoyed by other Europeans.
Potential 2028 Democrats Audition in Michigan,With a Focus on Trump
Former Vice President Kamala Harris, Senator Cory Booker of New Jersey and Gov. Andy Beshear of Kentucky spoke at a gathering of party insiders in Detroit, fueling presidential speculation.
U.S. Installs a Trump Loyalist to Lead ‘Grand Conspiracy’ Case Into Trump Foes
A former lawyer for President Trump’s campaign, Joseph diGenova, is said to be planning to split time between Miami and Fort Pierce, where a grand jury overseen by a Trump-favored judge sits.
Mamdani and Obama Lead Preschool Singalong to Promote Free Child Care
In their first public appearance together, Mayor Zohran Mamdani and former President Barack Obama met up for some joking and singing on Saturday at a Bronx child care center.
Activists Tear-Gassed at Failed Raid of Beagle Research Facility
Some 1,000 protesters tried to storm a private breeding and lab facility in Wisconsin in an effort to steal thousands of beagles that are bred for medical experimentation.
New York’s Anti-Rich Current Reaches Apex With Second-Home Tax Plan
With a new tax proposal, the threat of a building workers’ strike and Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s shunning of the Met Gala, the city’s wealth gap was on full display.
Kyiv Mass Shooting Kills 6 and Gunman Is Shot Dead After Taking Hostages in Grocery
It was the deadliest mass shooting in Ukraine in years, where firearms have proliferated since the war with Russia began.
‘Turning Point Was Charlie Kirk’: Why This Student Group Moved On
Students at the University of Arkansas disagreed with Turning Point’s direction, pointing to challenges ahead for the conservative group.
U.S. Officials Visited Havana to Lay Out Proposals for Cuban Reforms
The delegation told Cuba’s leadership that it had only a narrow window of time to make the economic and political changes demanded by the Trump administration.
CNBC
Iran says Strait of Hormuz is closed again as vessels attempting to cross come under fire
Iranian officials say they have closed the strait because of the U.S.'s ongoing blockade of its ports.
Video shows ships turning away from Strait of Hormuz as confusion persists over whether sea lane is really open
The Strait of Hormuz remained effectively closed despite Iran's declaration Friday that it is open, maritime freight and oil analysts told CNBC.
Here are 3 forces that drove a remarkable, record-setting week on Wall Street
The S&P 500 closed above 7,100 for the first time as it completed its fastest turnaround since 1990.
Naomi Watts wants women to own their menopause journey: 'Why is it so taboo when we are half the population?'
Actress and entrepreneur Naomi Watts founded Stripes Beauty with a singular mission: helping women take control of menopause health and aging with confidence.
Nvidia's once-tight bond with gamers is cracking over AI, 'and that breaks my heart'
Gamers once helped save Nvidia from bankruptcy. Now they feel left behind as the memory crunch drives focus to AI chips and DLSS 5 disrupts game design.
We spoke to over 30 central bankers, policymakers and politicians. Here are their top concerns
From stagflation to energy security, policymakers spoke to CNBC about the biggest risks arising from the ongoing U.S.-Iran war.
'It's sad': The U.S.-UK 'special relationship' sours ahead of royal visit to Washington
A year ago, it was all going so well for the U.S. and U.K.'s so-called "special relationship", but ties have soured.
Trump says he had 'no idea' Anthropic's Amodei met with White House about Mythos
The meeting comes less than two months after President Donald Trump blacklisted Anthropic's Claude.
Iran declares Strait of Hormuz open to shipping but Trump says U.S. blockade still active
The Strait of Hormuz has remained almost completely closed as the U.S. and Iran have disputed the terms of their ceasefire agreement.
U.S. oil price plunges below $84 as Iran declares Strait of Hormuz open, easing supply fears
Oil prices tumbled more than 11% after Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz open amid a ceasefire deal with Lebanon.
Washington Post
Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again; 2 ships report attacks while trying to cross
India said it summoned Iran’s Ambassador in New Delhi, conveying concerns over “a shooting incident" in the strait involving two Indian-flagged ships.
Here’s what the stock market might have gotten wrong about the Iran war
Amid confusion over the Strait of Hormuz, a starkly different reality is unfolding defined by disrupted supply lines and damaged infrastructure.
After Orban’s defeat in Hungary, Bulgaria offers Kremlin’s next best bet
Analysts and former diplomats say they fear the hand of the Kremlin in Bulgaria’s election Sunday as Moscow seeks to retain influence inside the E.U.
Why China is taking a behind-the-scenes role in the Iran war
As Trump pursued an unpopular war, Beijing positioned itself as a peacemaker, with little incentive to pressure Iran or annoy the U.S.
Iran disputes claims of new agreements with Trump
Tehran put limits on the Strait of Hormuz’s opening, as the United States issued a new sanctions exemption on the sale of Russian oil.
One of the world’s most wanted men is arrested, ending years-long hunt
Daniel Joseph Kinahan, a fugitive suspected of leading a powerful gang in Ireland, was arrested in Dubai as part of a secret operation by Irish and UAE police.
Displaced Lebanese families rush home as fragile ceasefire takes force
Even amid uncertainty over whether the truce would hold, many in Lebanon expressed relief at the prospect of quiet as aid groups mobilized help.
He bought two raffle tickets and won a Picasso worth more than $1 million
Art lover Ari Hodara bought two raffle tickets on a whim for about $118 each. The raffle raised money for Alzheimer’s research.
Even for Europe’s populist firebrands, Trump is going too far
The symbiosis between the president and European nationalists has reached a potential breaking point as he issues genocidal rhetoric and criticizes the pope.
BBC
Starmer would have blocked Mandelson over vetting failure, says Lammy
The prime minister says he only learned of security concerns around the ex-US ambassador earlier this week.
Australia's most-decorated soldier vows to 'fight' war crime charges
Ben Roberts-Smith has given his first statement since he was charged with five counts of the war crime of murder last week.
Newspaper headlines: 'Starmer accused of Mandelson cover up' and 'Time for Strait talking'
Criticism of Downing Street's handling of Lord Peter Mandeslon's vetting scandal remains prominent on Sunday's front pages.
Police treating arson attack as antisemitic hate crime
It comes as a man attempts to ignite a plastic bag containing containing fluid in north-west London.
Rude names, railways and a mass trespass - how the Peak District became a tourist attraction
It became the UK's first national park 75 years ago, but has been attracting visitors for longer.
Carrick silences doubters as Man Utd close on Champions League
Manchester United beat Chelsea to move closer to a Champions League return and silence the growing Michael Carrick doubters.
'The weapons were loud, but there was always music': Sudanese band play on through the war
One of Sudan's most popular bands, Aswat Almadina, recall being in the studio when the war broke out three years ago.
Harry and Meghan's trip felt like a royal tour - except many Aussies weren't interested
The Sussexes' four-day tour of Australia appears to have fallen flat with some.
'Croatia, but cheaper': The quirky holiday spots on trend for 2026
Montenegro and Albania are among the places rising in popularity for Britons seeking a holiday away from tourist traps.
Chernobyl's last wedding: The couple who married as a nuclear disaster unfolded
Serhiy and Iryna married 40 years ago, unaware a nuclear reactor had exploded less than 3 miles away.
The Independent
Iran-US war latest: Both sides far from agreeing peace deal, Tehran says after Trump’s warning over Hormuz closure
Iran had warned the strait will not remain open if the US blockade continued and moved to restrict it
Keir Starmer ‘threw Olly Robbins under the bus’ in wake of Mandelson vetting row
Exclusive: Helen MacNamara calls Starmer’s decision to sack Olly Robbins ‘unacceptable’
‘I’m voting Reform – it can’t get any worse’: Starmer’s nightmare in England’s ‘bellwether’ election seat
For 38 years, the voters of Swindon have consistently chosen MPs of the party which ends up governing the country. Ahead of the local elections in May, Alex Ross paid a visit to this bellwether town and discovered the one thing unifying residents was resentment towards the Labour Party and its leader
Reform’s Richard Tice ‘happy to put things right’ after ‘he failed to pay £100k in corporation tax’
Mr Tice said last year Angela Rayner would resign if she had “any moral decency” after admitting to underpaying stamp duty
You don’t need to overhaul your entire life to get in shape – try these simple habit tweaks instead
In his latest Well Enough newsletter, Harry Bullmore explains why lasting fitness isn’t about overhauling your entire lifestyle, but about making small, sustainable tweaks to everyday habits that are easier to maintain over time
An energy blockade on Cuba pulls the plug on Havana’s legendary nightlife
President Donald Trump’s oil embargo on Cuba has exacerbated a crisis that has turned Havana’s nightlife dark and quiet
Chernobyl's radioactive landscape is testament to nature’s resilience and survival spirit
Four decades after the nuclear disaster at Ukraine’s Chernobyl power plant, wildlife is thriving again in what became the exclusion zone created by the forced mass evacuations of the population
Former Australian soldier Ben Roberts-Smith denies committing war crimes in Afghanistan: ‘Proud of my service’
Ben Roberts-Smith, freed this week on bail, is charged with five counts of war crimes over the alleged murder of five unarmed Afghan civilians between 2009 and 2012
Belgium’s Beguinages: Tranquil oases in a world of noise and distraction
The Princely Beguinage Ten Wijngaerde in Bruges offers a tranquil refuge for women amid the city's bustling tourism
New Zealand’s capital begins clean-up of ‘hardest hit areas’ after flash floods triggered by heavy rain
Nation's weather forecaster predicted more thunderstorms, accompanied by very heavy rain, for parts of North Island including Wellington on Sunday
