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CBC.ca

Funeral for 5 children in Elmira, Ont.-area crash is Saturday. These are the siblings who'll be honoured

The five children killed June 12 in a two-vehicle collision in Ontario's Mapleton Township will be honoured Saturday at their funeral. Three other members of the Doerksen family and a couple were also injured.

Music producer Tay Keith, who worked with Drake and Travis Scott, dead at 29

Police in Nashville say 29-year-old Tay Keith was found dead in his Nashville apartment Thursday by officers performing a welfare check. A cause of death has not been identified, but foul play is not suspected, and an autopsy will be conducted.

Jonathan Toews calls it a career, retires after 16 NHL seasons

Winnipeg's Jonathan Toews, who played for his hometown team last season, announced his retirement Friday after 16 seasons.

U.S. kills 3 people on alleged drug-carrying boat, as senators demand to see unedited video of strikes

The U.S. military attacked a boat accused of smuggling drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean on Thursday, killing three people, as Donald Trump's administration wages its ongoing campaign against alleged traffickers in Latin America, which has now killed well over 200 people.

Oshawa, Ont. man pleads guilty to stealing Texas Republican Party data

Lawyers for an Ontario man accused of stealing and leaking Texan Republican Party data in 2021 say he has pleaded guilty before a Canadian court.

Scallop scarcity: Some P.E.I. restaurants removing the dish from menus as prices soar

Pan-seared scallops have been a top-selling menu item at New Glasgow Lobster Suppers — second only to lobster.

This couple’s car was stolen with their dog inside. They took matters into their own hands

Maggi MacDonald and Peter LeBlanc had just spotted their stolen vehicle driving right in front of them and prayed their dog Tim was still inside. What happened next was a dramatic roadside showdown as MacDonald and LeBlanc confronted three people in an attempt to recover their car — and their dog.
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Toronto Star

Canada's Ismael Kone shares message from hospital after breaking leg at World Cup: 'I love you guys'

Koné suffered a broken leg during Canada's win vs. Qatar Thursday night, ending his World Cup.

Canadian billionaire Frank Stronach guilty of sexual assault, indecent assault. Magna founder acquitted of rape

Frank Stronach still faces another trial in Newmarket on historical sex assault charges, set for next year.

Man accused of killing a Toronto officer has woken from coma, acknowledges court with thumbs up

Nicholas Bennett, 19, has been unconscious and in hospital since he is alleged to have shot the tactical officer and then been fired at, struck multiple times by another officer during a raid.

Maple Leafs land defenceman Raddysh in sign-and-trade with Lightning

The 30-year-old Toronto native signed a reported eight-year contract worth more than US$8 million annually as part of the move.

What Americans think about Trump's handling of Iran, according to a new AP-NORC poll

WASHINGTON (AP) — Most Americans continue to disapprove of how President Donald Trump is handling Iran, while his overall presidential approval holds steady, according to a new AP-NORC poll that was conducted as he suggested a deal with Iran had…

Meet the border collie chasing Canada geese away from Toronto's World Cup training pitch

Keeping the pitch in good condition at the Etobicoke training facility is not easy — even for a practised herder.

Teen guilty of murder in execution of random stranger outside North York highrise. Crown may seek adult sentence

There was no motive other than it appears the group of four gunmen were bent on intimidating the Jane-Falstaff neighbourhood.

I was at Donald Trump's White House UFC cage fight. It was more than just obscene

Yes, it was commercial. But what isn't in America?

Her nine-year-old autistic son is frozen out by the Ontario social services strike. 'He probably will go quiet again'

Many Ontario families have been left without essential support, as the strike involving community and social service workers is in its fourth week.

Can you be a touring musician and a good dad? Canadian artist CRi is trying, for his toddler son

Playing a different city every night and new fatherhood don't always mix. Progressive house musician Christophe Dubé is finding ways to make it work.
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Globe and Mail

A 1,200-year-old oak tree said to have sheltered legendary Robin Hood has died

The tree in Sherwood Forest is believed to have died after it didn’t sprout leaves this spring

An ancient oak tree, linked to the legend of Robin Hood, has died

The 1,200-year-old Major Oak in Sherwood Forest, linked to the legend of Robin Hood, is believed to have died.

Dawn the Duck joins Scotland’s Tartan Army as unofficial mascot

He donned a Scottish flag on his back along with his usual golden medallion to lead the march in Rhode Island ahead of Friday’s World Cup clash with Morocco

Meloni says Trump 'completely made up' claim she 'begged' for a photo

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni accused her one-time close ally Donald Trump of fabricating a story about her on Friday, after the U.S. President told an Italian TV channel that she had 'begged' him to take a photo with her at a G7 summit.

Draft dodgers in Ukraine do what they must to avoid the front lines

A conscription shortfall, however, means fewer breaks for soldiers, many of whom have been serving since the first days of Russia’s invasion

Andy Burnham’s by-election win sets up U.K. leadership battle with Starmer

Prime Minister offers his congratulations but insists that he will not quit

World Cup ticket buyers left in the lurch as resale purchases fall through

Fans have flooded social media with complaints about tickets that never arrived, orders that were cancelled at the last minute and hours spent trying to sort out problems

How to avoid World Cup ticket scams online

Looking for a World Cup ticket? The buzz around the soccer tournament now under way across North America might inspire a last-minute search online, but fans should be wary of cyber scammers.

U.K.'s Starmer says he will stand in any leadership contest

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Friday he would stand in any leadership contest, after potential rival Andy Burnham won a vote for a parliamentary seat to return to Westminster, paving the way for a challenge.

Andy Burnham wins Westminster seat, sets up bid to oust U.K. PM Starmer

Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham won a parliamentary seat in northern England on Friday, setting up a bid to oust Keir Starmer as prime minister.
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Global News

2 men sentenced to prison for arson at property of UK’s Keir Starmer

The men targeted a car and two properties linked to Starmer over three nights in May 2025 on the orders of a Russian-speaking figure going by the name of “El Money."

Italian diplomat cancels trip to U.S. as Meloni slams Trump

Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani abruptly cancelled a planned trip to the United States this weekend, calling Trump’s claims “serious and offensive” toward Meloni and Italy.

Canadian citizen killed in South Africa shooting at Kruger National Park

A Canadian tourist was shot and killed Thursday in an apparent accident at the Kruger National Park in South Africa, according to officials there.

Israel, Hezbollah call truce after fighting scuttles U.S.-Iran peace talks

Talks between the U.S. and Iran were called off on Friday after intense fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, three officials said.

Why strategic oil reserve refills will take ‘a lot of time’ after Iran deal

If the Strait of Hormuz reopens following the signing of the Iran peace deal on Friday, experts say it will still take some time to replenish the world's strategic oil stockpiles.

Hegseth slams NATO and ‘middle powers’ talk, launches Europe troop review

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's speech appeared to take a veiled dig at recent remarks made by Prime Minister Mark Carney about middle powers needing to band together.

Vance defends Iran deal, says U.S. ‘only powerful ally’ Israel has left

U.S. Vice President JD Vance said the U.S. Navy has allowed more than a dozen ships through to Iranian ports, lifting a blockade as part of an agreement to end the war.

New evidence of origin of the black death a ‘complete surprise’ experts say

There were thoughts that early strains may have been mild, but the discovery that the plague killed prehistoric hunter-gatherers contradicts ​those notions.

U.S. releases text of Iran deal by dictating it to journalists

Iran meanwhile suggested that its deal with the United States could be signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Masoud Pezeshkian, but details of the signing ceremony were uncertain.

British presenter Jeremy Clarkson reveals cancer diagnosis on his TV show

Clarkson, one of the U.K.'s most well-known TV figures, shared the news during filming of his hit Amazon documentary show 'Clarkson's Farm,' in episodes that aired on Wednesday.
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New York Times

‘Game Changer’? Too Soon to Tell. But Ukraine Flexed in Striking Moscow.

The drone attack that sent plumes of smoke rising over Moscow intensified Ukrainian hopes of bringing the war to Russia.

Stranded Ships Hoping for Escape Find a Turbulent Strait of Hormuz

Shipping companies had hoped to get their vessels out after this week’s U.S.-Iran deal but faced uncertainty on Friday as violence flared again in the region.

Italy Doesn’t ‘Beg,’ Giorgia Meloni Tells Trump

President Trump said the Italian leader had “begged” him to take a photo together at the Group of 7 summit in France. The remarks come as their once-friendly relationship has frayed.

David Thomson Loves the Movies but Not What They Have Done to America

How the film writer David Thomson found himself in a lover’s quarrel with cinema — and America.

Burnham’s Stunning Victory in Makerfield Election May Trigger Starmer’s Last Stand

Andy Burnham, a Labour mayor, won a resounding majority in a special election on Thursday, making him eligible to challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer for the country’s leadership.

Back After Vanishing for 2 Weeks, Russian Banker Tries to Project Calm

The central bank leader Elvira S. Nabiullina reappeared for a news conference after a gap that highlighted deep tensions in the country’s political and economic elite.

Joan Cusack, the Actress Behind Jessie in ‘Toy Story,’ Takes the Lead

After 27 years, the beloved cowgirl doll voiced by Cusack is finally in charge, but the actress played an important role in shaping the character early on.

Inside Hegseth’s War on Diversity and Blocked Promotions of Women and Black Officers

A Black admiral fixed one of the Navy’s worst messes. Mr. Hegseth blocked his promotion anyway.

Our Allies Are Wondering Whether Supporting the American War Machine Is Worth It

Is the Iran war an early sign of “superpower suicide"?

A Missing Ingredient in Ukraine’s Barrages on Russia: Ballistic Missiles

Ukrainian drone attacks have achieved breakthroughs, but only ballistic missiles can push Russia to reconsider its war objectives, military experts and officials say.

CNBC

NetJets' first fatal crash kills influential Texas VC founder

NetJets is not speculating on what caused one of its planes to crash onto a highway in Laredo, Texas late Tuesday, killing a prominent tech entrepreneur.

Oil tanker traffic in Strait of Hormuz jumps after U.S. and Iran implement deal to open sea lane

The U.S.-Iran deal has raised questions about how the Strait of Hormuz will be governed after the toll-free period ends.

The riskiest SpaceX stock trade of all had a big first week

SpaceX's IPO did not just mint the biggest debut in market history and a trillionaire, but it also triggered a historic land grab in risky leveraged ETFs.

U.S. opens tariff probe targeting Germany’s drug pricing policies

U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said Germany's proposal to reduce spending on medicines was "a serious step backwards."

U.S.-Iran accord hits early snag after Swiss talks fail to proceed as planned

The White House said Vice President JD Vance was no longer traveling to Switzerland, citing unresolved logistical issues surrounding the negotiations.

Jio Platforms eyes low-orbit satellite rollout as Starlink awaits India launch

Jio Platforms, India's largest telecom operator and digital services company, wants to rollout statelite communication in the country where Starlink still awaits launch.

Memory crisis hits such extremes that 'even Apple can't be safe'

Apple appears poised to take the rare step of increasing prices to deal with what CEO Tim Cook called an "unsustainable" memory shortage.

Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon on the new world of AI agents

CNBC's Arjun Kharpal sits down with the chip company chief on The Tech Download podcast.

UK gilt yields jump as borrowing rises and PM Starmer faces leadership challenge

Andy Burnham won the Makerfield by-election, defeating Reform UK by more than 9,000 votes with nearly 55% of the vote.

India's largest telecom and digital service Jio Platforms files for IPO

India's largest wireless operator and digital service provider, Jio Platforms files for IPO

Washington Post

After 4 Israeli soldiers’ deaths, Israel and Hezbollah agree to renew ceasefire

Clashes in Lebanon seemed to imperil the U.S.-Iran peace deal, and U.S. and Iranian officials postponed negotiations planned in Switzerland before the agreement.

Trump said Italy’s prime minister ‘begged’ for a photo. She says that’s false.

Italy’s right-wing prime minister, Giorgia Meloni, was labeled Europe’s “Trump whisperer,” but the war in Iran turned their friendship into a liability for her.

Andy Burnham wins U.K. Parliament seat, key step in bid to oust prime minister

Burnham, the mayor of Greater Manchester, is now positioned to challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer for leadership of the governing Labour Party and to seize the top job.

U.S. moves toward troop reductions in Europe as Hegseth scolds NATO allies

The United States will review force levels and is immediately cutting the number of assets it would activate for the continent in a crisis.

First steps in peace deal demand far more from U.S. than Iran

The memorandum of understanding requires numerous steps by Washington including lifting sanctions and freeing billions in frozen assets, while Iran was required only to open the Strait of Hormuz.

Ukraine pummels Russian capital with what may be largest drone strike yet on Moscow

After weeks of intensifying bombing of Kyiv, Ukraine hit back with a swarm of drones, damaging buildings and igniting an oil refinery.

The local election that could topple Britain’s prime minister

The outcome of a special election in the small working-class district of Makerfield could upend Labour Party leadership and U.K. politics.

Senate targets Hegseth’s travel in standoff over apparent Iran school attack, boat strikes

Frustrated lawmakers are increasing pressure on the defense secretary to get answers they’ve sought for months.

Trump defends his Iran deal, criticizes longtime ally Israel as G-7 ends

In a sprawling news conference at the G-7 summit in France, the president touted the economic benefits of the ceasefire and threatened force if it fails.

BBC

US to end funding of South Africa's HIV programmes over claims of Afrikaner persecution

The US says South Africa is not doing enough to protect the white-minority Afrikaner community.

Real, raw and unfiltered? Authenticity helps female singers rule the charts

Is the relatable style of Olivia Rodrigo, Olivia Dean and Lola Young changing pop music?

Draper to return at Eastbourne with new coach Murray

Britain's Jack Draper is set to make his return from injury at Eastbourne under new coach Andy Murray - but Emma Raducanu has opted not to take a wildcard.

'Prioritise love': Kate writes essay reflecting on Italy tour as new pictures released

The Princess of Wales reflects on an "increasingly digitalised world" in a new essay, written after her return to overseas visits following her treatment for cancer.

Minimum age of 11 set for UK puberty blocker trial

Gender-questioning children will have to be at least 11 years old to take part in a clinical trial of puberty-blocking drugs.

Thousands of HGV drivers given bogus medical tests in the back of vans

Trading Standards said Doctors on Wheels promised tests for "just under £60" undercutting competitors.

Anticipation (and rain clouds) build as TRNSMT festival becomes Scotland fan zone

The music festival, which attracts tens of thousands of music fans, will be turned into a massive fan zone for the Scotland match.

Thirty rioters sentenced for disorder which saw police officer set on fire

The deaths of teenagers Kyrees Sullivan and Harvey Evans sparked a night of violence in Cardiff in 2023.

Rapist who 'catfished' Muslim men on Snapchat and Grindr jailed

Police now believe Waleed Saeed had dozens more victims, who they are now appealing to come forward.

Scottish guidance on trans prisoners ruled unlawful

Judge Lady Ross said sex segregation in prisons must be based on biological sex, based on a Supreme Court ruling last year.

The Independent

Ministers turn on Starmer as Labour MPs demand Burnham ‘coronation’ as PM

But Keir Starmer insists he will fight a leadership contest and urges Labour to ‘pull together’ and ‘avoid plunging the country into chaos’

Iranian singer sentenced to 74 lashes for performing without hijab, says human rights group

The 29-year-old and eight other musicians have been punished by the autocratic regime for sharing ‘vulgar and immoral content’

Ministers to tell Starmer to step down and set out timetable to quit as PM - latest

Ministers are set to tell the prime minister his ‘time is up’ after Andy Burnham won the Makerfield by-election

‘His time has come’: Makerfield voters want Burnham to become prime minister – as long as he doesn’t forget them

A statement win in Makerfield has given Andy Burnham a chance to take on Sir Keir Starmer and become prime minister. What do voters now expect from their new MP? Dan Haygarth finds out

Vietnamese man deported to South Sudan under Trump program returns home

Phan and seven other men were sent to Africa in May 2025

Scientologists approved to build large auditorium in Florida community as residents weigh lawsuits to stop the project

‘People don’t care about what other religions believe. But they do care about the property, the place that they live,’ one group said

Woman, 18, dies in hospital after group took ‘unauthorised control’ of loading vehicle in Southend

An 18-year-old woman has died days after being seriously injured in a loading vehicle incident

FTSE 100 dips as bonds struggle after Burnham win

The FTSE 100 closed down 36.43 points, 0.4%, at 10,363.27.

Scientists mimicking the Big Bang accidentally turn lead into gold

The physicists made an unexpected breakthrough

Elon Musk says his trillionaire SpaceX IPO is ‘inspiring’ for humanity. It could help smash US democracy as we know it

The SpaceX IPO that made Elon Musk the world’s first trillionaire also empowers him to steer the future of America like no person in history, Josh Marcus argues