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CBC.ca

Air Canada worker trapped in baggage hold of Toronto-to-Moncton plane freed before takeoff

An Air Canada Rouge flight 1502 was taxiing toward the runway last month at Toronto Pearson Airport when passengers heard banging and cries for help from below.

N.S. community gathers to remember 'kind, empathetic' boy who died in dog attack

Family of Drew Nickerson, 13, has received messages of support from across Canada following his death.

Average asking rents fell to just over $2K in December — their lowest in more than 2 years

Asking rents in Canada fell 2.3 per cent year-over-year in December to an average of $2,060, marking a full calendar year of declines as prices reached their lowest level in 30 months.

U.S. Sen. Mark Kelly sues the Pentagon over his censure, calling it 'unconstitutional'

Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly sued the Pentagon on Monday over attempts to punish him over his participation in a video that called on U.S. troops to resist unlawful orders.

Road salt shortage forces Ontario cities to put different de-icing plans on their plates

An early winter and more extreme weather have made road salt a hot commodity, with the early winter and harsher weather creating shortages, and many cities and communities adjusting their approach to de-icing roads and sidewalks. The world’s largest underground salt mine, which is in Goderich, Ont., says it's working round the clock to try to meet demand.

Conservatives accuse Liberals of 'kowtowing to Beijing' as 2 MPs cut Taiwan trip short

The federal Conservatives are accusing the Liberals of rewarding "Beijing's intimidation" after some parliamentarians on a trip to Taiwan decided to return earlier than planned.

Carney to meet with Coastal First Nations in B.C., expected to talk major projects: source

Prime Minister Mark Carney will travel to northern B.C. to meet with Coastal First Nations on Tuesday before departing for China, a government official confirmed to CBC News.

Canada's skeleton team denies accusations of Olympic sabotage by U.S. slider

Canada's skeleton team refutes accusations by American Katie Uhlaender that Canada's coach sabotaged her chances of sliding in the Olympic Games.
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Toronto Star

Mark Carney to meet with B.C. Indigenous group that opposes pipeline

Carney will meet with the Coastal First Nations in Prince Rupert, B.C., before travelling to China this week.

As protests grow, Iran finds itself more isolated than ever

Iranians are fighting for liberation, not usurpation, Martin Regg Cohn writes.

Up to 25 trains per day planned for Toronto to Quebec high-speed rail

Project officials are pledging to cut travel times in half with electrified trains travelling at speeds in excess of 300 kilometres an hour.

After Venezuela, Iran's crown prince sees Trump as his way back to power

With Iran’s Islamic regime facing widespread protests, Reza Pahlavi has positioned himself as able to lead the country toward a democratic future.

'Screaming and banging' from cargo hold alerted Air Canada passengers to trapped worker

"It was obvious that something was wrong, we just didn't know what yet," Mark Leblanc told the Star in an interview on Monday.

Minnesota and the Twin Cities sue the federal government to stop the immigration crackdown

The state and cities filed a lawsuit in federal court on Monday, along with a request for a temporary restraining order to halt the enforcement action or limit the operation.

Liberal MPs leave delegation to Taiwan to 'avoid confusion' as Carney heads to China

Prime Minister Mark Carney is scheduled to leave for China Tuesday for talks on trade and security issues.

I didn’t pay taxes on crypto because I assumed it was ‘the same as gambling’: Alleged Toronto money man to Ryan Wedding

“You have a degree in international business, and it didn’t strike you that you may be wise to look into that?”

Ford government says 300,000 more people have access to primary care

Health Minister Sylvia Jones said as of last September about 1.98 million people were still "not attached to primary care," but maintained that number will be drastically reduced by 2029.

Golden Globes 2026: 8 best, worst and most Canadian moments from the celeb-packed awards show

The movie awards season frontrunners are now firmly established — and Seth Rogen scored big.
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Globe and Mail

Minnesota, Twin Cities sue U.S. government in bid to halt immigration crackdown

Joined by Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota claims DHS is violating First Amendment and other constitutional protections

Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly sues Pentagon over attempts to punish him for warning troops of unlawful orders

Kelly was censured for calling on troops to resist unlawful orders, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says

Iranians bypass internet blackout using Elon Musk’s Starlink, sources say

Iranian authorities have launched a deadly crackdown on ‍nationwide protests, ​including the near-complete shutdown of internet service

Elon Musk’s X, Grok investigated by U.K. media regulator over deepfake concerns

New law making it an offence to create sexual deepfakes will come into force to tackle the images, says U.K. government

U.S. State Department has revoked more than 100,000 visas since Trump took office

Record number of revocations reflects extent of Washington’s crackdown on immigrants, including some with valid visas

Trump’s Greenland aggression poses unforeseen threat to NATO alliance

A U.S. attack on Greenland would be almost certain to divide NATO, but it’s unclear which allies would side with Trump

Russian drones hit two foreign vessels near Ukrainian port

Strike marked the second attack in four days on Black Sea shipping

Rohingya minority was targeted by Myanmar, Gambia tells World Court in genocide hearing

Myanmar says 2017 offensive was to counter terrorism, refuting UN report

Iranian state TV blames deaths on ‘terrorist’ actions led by U.S., Israel

Regime says communication with U.S. is open after weekend of protests challenging clerical rule

Trump administration’s threat to indict Jerome Powell sparks warnings about Fed independence

Former central bankers, economists draft letter outlining risks of President’s legal attack to the wider economy
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Global News

Canadian ice master makes Olympic history with 1st indoor temporary speedskating rink

Milan Olympic organizers have turned to Calgary ice master, Mark Messer, a veteran of six previous Olympics to prepare the Games first temporary indoor speedskating rink.

The loonie is up amid Trump’s Fed probe. Who that will help — and hurt?

Canadian consumers and businesses could see some short-term benefits from the latest news out of the U.S. concerning the Federal Reserve, but there are also severe long-term risks.

Greenland says it ‘cannot accept’ U.S. takeover after latest Trump threats

'As part of the Danish Commonwealth, Greenland is a member of NATO and the defence of Greenland must therefore be through NATO,' the government statement said.

Canada, allies condemn Iran’s lethal crackdown on protests

Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand in a joint statement with Australia and the European Union praised the bravery of peaceful protesters and attacked Iran's use of lethal force.

Trump’s ‘frontal attack’ on U.S. Fed sends global shockwaves

The head of the U.S. Federal Reserve disclosed a legal indictment from the DOJ, and said it was a "pretext" to gain political influence over the Fed to lower interest rates faster.

Trump says Iran’s trade partners to face 25% tariffs amid protest crackdown

Trump said Sunday that Iran wants to negotiate with Washington after his threat to strike the Islamic Republic over its crackdown on protesters that has killed nearly 600 people.

Protesters try to attack driver after truck speeds through L.A. anti-Iran protest

The U-Haul truck, with its side mirrors shattered, was stopped several blocks away and surrounded by police cars.

US launches new retaliatory strikes against ISIS in Syria after deadly ambush

The U.S. has launched another round of retaliatory strikes against the Islamic State in Syria following an ambush that killed two U.S. soldiers and an American interpreter.

Carney condemns Iran crackdown as protests near two-week mark

As protests in Iran near the two-week mark, Canada condemns the crackdown. Mark Carney calls reports of violence and arrests “profoundly concerning” and urges for peaceful protest.

Small majority of Canadians want more trade with China: Ipsos poll

Darrell Bricker, CEO of Ipsos Public Affairs, says the new poll's results 'are less about China and more about the United States' and the economic realities of the U.S. trade war.
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New York Times

Meta Plans to Cut 10% to 15% of Employees in Reality Labs Business

The layoffs are set to be announced this week and would affect Meta’s work on the metaverse, as the company spends heavily on building artificial intelligence.

Trump’s Attack on the Federal Reserve Is Already Backfiring

And the market is gently shrugging.

Judge Blocks Trump Effort to Stop Rhode Island’s Revolution Wind Project

The ruling means that construction can continue on Revolution Wind, a $6.2 billion project off the coast of Rhode Island, at least for now.

Kelly Sues Pentagon Over Threats of Punishment From Hegseth

Senator Mark Kelly, Democrat of Arizona, asked a federal judge to block the Trump administration from disciplining him for a video warning about illegal military orders.

Duke Webb, a Green Beret, Went on a Shooting Rampage. Is the Army at Fault?

High-tempo Special Operations training can cause brain injuries that accumulate unnoticed. One soldier says that is why he snapped and killed three people.

Lawyer Whom Maduro Didn’t Hire Is Booted From His Case

Last week, a lawyer came forward claiming to represent the unseated president of Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro. The judge overseeing the case settled the matter on Monday.

Trump Explores Diplomacy With Iran While Weighing Strikes, Officials Say

Abbas Araghchi, the foreign minister of Iran, said his government was ready to negotiate with the United States. Iranian security forces are cracking down on protests.

What to Know About the Criminal Investigation of Fed Chair Jerome Powell

The Justice Department’s probe into whether Jerome H. Powell, the chair of the Federal Reserve, lied about renovations to the central bank’s headquarters has raised alarms.

Minnesota and Illinois Sue Trump Administration Over ICE Deployments

The two Democratic-led states claimed in separate lawsuits that the immigration enforcement campaigns violated the Constitution.

Leaders of Historians’ Group Veto Resolutions Critical of Israel

The executive council of the American Historical Association said the resolutions, including one accusing Israel of ‘scholasticide’ in Gaza, would put the group at risk.

CNBC

Paramount Skydance sues Warner Bros. Discovery in hostile takeover attempt

The lawsuit comes shortly after the WBD board once again told shareholders to reject Paramount's offer.

'Sell America' trade: Dollar drops, gold surges as Trump's Fed pressure campaign raises fears about U.S. system

The "Sell America" trade is a hot topic after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's bombshell announcement that he's under criminal investigation

Alphabet hits $4 trillion market capitalization 

The milestone comes after the company surpassed Apple as the second most valuable company.

Powell investigation: Drumbeat of Republican opposition grows on Capitol Hill

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said he was under investigation on Sunday night, the latest episode in President Donald Trump's feud with him.

Fed Chair Powell says he's under criminal investigation, won't bow to Trump intimidation

President Donald Trump has criticized Federal Reserve chief Jerome Powell for not cutting interest rates as much and as quickly as the president wants.

Capital One drops 6%, other banks hit after Trump calls for credit card rate cap

Posting on Truth Social, Trump said he would "no longer let the American Public be 'ripped off' by Credit Card Companies."

Apple picks Google's Gemini to run AI-powered Siri coming this year

Google's market value surpassed Apple for the first time since 2019 as it rolls out updated artificial intelligence features.

Meta names former Trump advisor Dina Powell McCormick as president, vice chair

Powell McCormick will serve as a member of Meta's management team and will help guide its strategy and execution, the company said.

Trump threatens to sideline Exxon from Venezuela's oil: 'They're playing too cute’

His comments come shortly after Exxon CEO Darren Woods said the Venezuelan market is "uninvestable" in its current state.

European markets close higher; Dutch chip stock BESI pops over 7% after posting fourth-quarter prelim order jump of 195%

European stocks moved into cautiously positive territory on Monday as investors weigh geopolitical developments and pressure on Fed Chair Jerome Powell.

Washington Post

Venezuelan opposition leader meets with Pope Leo before Trump visit

María Corina Machado used the meeting to emphasize the legitimacy of the opposition’s 2024 election victory and raise concern about political prisoners.

A Trump confidant arrives in New Delhi. Can he reset U.S.-India relations?

Sergio Gor, a fixture in MAGA world, begins his new role as U.S. ambassador to India at a moment of strained ties between Washington and New Delhi.

Iran says it’s ready for ‘war’ or dialogue as Trump weighs response to protests

Some rights groups estimate hundreds of people have been killed in protests in Iran. President Donald Trump said the U.S. may have to “act before a meeting” with Iran.

Ukraine’s ex-commander in chief, envoy to Britain and maybe next president

Gen. Valery Zaluzhny’s distance from Kyiv, possibly an attempt to sideline his political ambitions, has left him at a safe remove from tensions back home.

Hundreds of Iranian protesters feared killed; U.S. considers military strikes

Trump administration national security officials were preparing to meet on potential responses, including a range of military options.

In a Venezuelan home, a father grieves ‘hero’ son killed in U.S. raid

A father mourns his son, José Salvador Rodriguez, 32, a Venezuelan soldier killed in an explosion during the U.S. mission to capture President Nicolás Maduro.

Iran’s protests seem different this time. Is the regime on the brink?

Iran’s rulers are not just facing a clamor from within.

Trump officials consider military options as Iranian protests spread

Iran’s supreme leader has warned the government would not “back down,” as rights groups fear the communications blackout in place could presage a brutal crackdown.

U.S. says it hit Islamic State in Syria in response to attack on troops

The attack is the latest in a series of actions the Pentagon has taken after two U.S. service members and an interpreter were killed in Syria in December.

BBC

Allen too good for Williams at Masters, Zhao also through

Northern Ireland's Mark Allen wins five frames in a row as he comes from behind to defeat Wales' Mark Williams on day two of the 2026 Masters.

Spurs set to beat Villa to £35m Gallagher

Tottenham expect to complete a 40m euros (£35m) deal for former Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher after moving ahead of Aston Villa in the race for the England international's signature.

Four NHS trusts declare critical incidents over high demand

The NHS trusts in Surrey, Kent and Sussex cite increased flu and norovirus cases, and staff sickness.

Police to no longer have routine access to rape victims' counselling notes

Requests to access victims' personal records can only be granted when necessary and proportionate, under new guidance.

Trump to meet Venezuelan opposition leader Machado at the White House

Machado, the winner of 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, had offered to share the honour with Trump, an award the president has long coveted.

Tories say Zahawi peerage request turned down before defection to Reform UK

Zahawi is the latest former Conservative MP to join Nigel Farage's party, as a Tory source claims he had approached Kemi Badenoch seeking a nomination for the Lords.

Koepka to make PGA return in January under new scheme

Five-time major champion Brooks Koepka will make his comeback on the PGA Tour in January under a new returning member programme, following his departure from LIV Golf.

Americanswers...On 5 Live! What do Americans really think of Donald Trump?

And does Trump have a plan for Iran?

'They just kept killing': Eyewitnesses describe deadly crackdown in Iran

The BBC has received eyewitness accounts of security forces attacking anti-government protesters across the country.

Why Alonso's reign is over at Real Madrid

After Xabi Alonso's departure as Real Madrid manager, Spanish football expert Guillem Balague looks into where it all went wrong.

The Independent

Minnesota sues Trump administration over ‘unprecedented’ surge in immigration agents that has ‘terrorized’ Minneapolis

The lawsuit comes after an ICE agent fatally shot a woman in Minneapolis last week

Iran opens door to dialogue after Trump threatens ‘serious’ military action over protests

Tehran has accused the US of lacking seriousness after talks between Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi and Trump envoy Steve Witkoff

Arrests of illegal workers reach record highs amid immigration crackdown: ‘There is nowhere to hide’

Some 12,791 visits took place in 2025, up 57 per cent from 2024, to businesses such as nail bars, car washes, barbers and takeaways

Columbia University warns community about personal information stolen months after ‘politically motivated’ hack

The hack came during the summer of 2025, when Columbia was negotiating with the Trump administration to restore hundreds of millions of dollars in federal funding

Husband of a Colorado woman who disappeared in 2020 pleads not guilty to murder

For the second time, the husband of a Colorado woman who disappeared in 2020 has pleaded not guilty to murder in her death

Looking into Greenland’s rich mineral history and why Trump is eyeing the country

The U.S. is sabre-rattling over Greenland once again. The vast island’s natural resources are back on the agenda, a year after then-U.S. national security advisor Michael Waltz announced: “This is about critical minerals. This is about natural resources.”

Suspect charged after six people, including 7-year-old child, shot dead in Mississippi rampage

Daricka Moore, 24, is expected to be charged with capital murder, officials said

Colombian rebels call for a 'national accord' after the US intervention in Venezuela

Colombia’s National Liberation Army called for a “national accord” to overcome political conflicts, as it faces the prospects of attacks from the governments of Colombia and the United States

Google's corporate parent joins $4 trillion club as investors continue to bet on AI breakthroughs

Google parent Alphabet Inc. on Monday became the fourth Big Tech powerhouse to be valued at $4 trillion, a once seemingly unfathomable milestone that’s become more like a rite of passage amid an artificial intelligence arms race

Dan Bongino gets a return date for his radio show after 10-month stint at FBI

Bongino stepped down from the FBI last month