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CBC.ca
More Tiananmen vigil activists sentenced to prison in Hong Kong security case
A Hong Kong court sentenced three activists — who for years organized vigils in remembrance of China's 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown — to prison for terms ranging from five to more than seven years on Friday in a case that is widely seen as a barometer of the city's freedoms as Beijing clamps down on dissent.
Man flees road rage incident near Vancouver that ended with him being chased with a knife
Robin Nuber was in Los Angeles on the weekend, but it was after he returned home to British Columbia that he found himself in a scene he likened to an "action movie," speeding in reverse to escape a man with a knife who was chasing a frightened victim clinging to the outside of Nuber's Tesla.
'Nothing happens here. You're safe': 9/11 survivors, responders recall attack aftermath
Pilots, politicians, hotel workers, bus drivers and church leaders who had a front row seat to the aftermath of the Sept, 11, 2001, terrorist attacks gathered at the Gander airport on Thursday to reflect on a life-changing experience.
Cat in the Hat suspect who chased a teen girl in B.C. appears to be a trend copycat
A disturbing incident in which someone dressed in a Cat in the Hat costume chased a teenager in West Kelowna, B.C., occurred amid an online trend that twists the popular children's character into something sinister, leading police in some jurisdictions to warn of offline consequences.
Ontario Science Centre lays off 31 workers, union says
The Ontario Science Centre has laid off 31 workers, according to the union representing them. The union said the layoffs eliminated the centre's "standalone science unit."
Generic acetaminophen pills recalled due to possible 'foreign material' contamination
An over-the-counter pain reliever is being recalled due to the possible presence of "foreign material" that could harm the digestive system.
IN PHOTOS | TIFF movies and moments
See highlights from the Toronto International Film Festival, featuring nearly 300 titles, 800 guests and thousands of industry delegates during the 11-day event starting on Thursday.
First phase of Army restructuring creates division focused on defending Canada
Canada's Army formally made one of the biggest changes to its structure in decades Thursday by shifting from divisions based on geography to ones built around specific purposes. A new division, that prepares the army to rapidly deploy, will be headquartered in Edmonton.
From pipelines to railways and AI: Ottawa pitches 167 projects ahead of Carney's investment summit
CBC News has obtained the federal government's "prospectus" detailing investment opportunities ahead of next week's Canada Investment Summit in Toronto, which includes various plans across eight areas of investment.
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Toronto Star
Ontario Science Centre will have no science department as layoffs, restructuring announced
"How can you have an Ontario Science Centre with no Science Unit?" said the head of the union local representing Science Centre workers.
Alberta government launches $4M ad campaign ahead of fall separation referendum
Alberta's government says it has launched a $4-million advertising campaign urging citizens vote to stay in Canada in next month's referendum.
Poilievre says Canada will never be '51st state' on U.S. media tour
When it comes to how he believes Canadians feels towards Americans, Poilievre said, 'a little bit wounded.'
Metrolinx boosted GO service for the FIFA World Cup. Now it's short on train operators and commuters are feeling the service cuts
Metrolinx is cutting GO train service on several lines due to operator shortages after the Toronto World Cup.
TIFF 2026 opening night key moments: Naomi Watts, Mayor Olivia Chow light up red carpet; Justin Trudeau to launch production company
From the scene on the street to the hottest movies to celebrity red carpet sightings, the Star's TIFF team had you covered.
Maple Leafs fans outraged as Sportsnet's 'Monday Night Hockey' will cost $13 per month: 'I'm done'
Monday night NHL games will be streamed exclusively on Sportsnet+ which will cost an extra $12.99 subscription fee per month for non-Rogers customers.
Mark Carney downplays tensions with Donald Trump, says he still speaks with U.S. president
The prime minister says he continues to work with Trump on ways to ease global pressures on energy and food security resulting from Russia's war on Ukraine and the U.S. war in Iran.
Doug Ford’s cabinet shuffle: Who's new, who moved and who got promoted
Who's new, who got promoted, and who made a lateral move: Premier Doug Ford's cabinet shuffle at a glance.
Halton Police investigating homicide after woman found dead in Burlington apartment
Residents can expect a large police presence in the area of Guelph Line and Glencrest Road.
Doug Ford keeps embattled minister David Piccini in cabinet shuffle
The shakeup follows the departures of former Treasury Board president Caroline Mulroney and sports minister Neil Lumsden over the summer.
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Globe and Mail
ISU revokes Russian skater Valieva’s neutral status
ISU did not specify which criteria Valieva had failed to meet to lead to the loss of her status
Trump, Vance rally Republicans at convention as party faces midterm test
Vance calls Democrats ‘the party of hatred,’ urges Republicans to stay united amid rifts over Trump’s war in Iran
Anthropic blocked misuse of AI that could have supported biological weapons, company says
Bad actors have also tried to use Anthropic’s AI models for malicious activity such as cyberattacks and surveillance, company says
Michigan regulators review Line 5 tunnel permits as governor urges Enbridge to shut down project
Gretchen Whitmer calls pipeline ‘ticking time bomb in the heart of the Great Lakes’
Fire sweeps through two schools in Congo, killing at least 26 students
Blaze started at a house in Bukavu before spreading to two adjoining schools, local official says
Former University of Michigan hockey players sue, say they were sexually abused decades ago
Plaintiffs are 16 men who played at Michigan between 1984 and 2001
Canada, Ukraine sign 100-year agreement to work together on defence, energy, trade
Countries announce joint venture to produce uncrewed systems; Canada to provide drones, air defence interceptors, and millions in loan guarantees
Ukraine's Zelensky meets with Carney ahead of cabinet meeting in Alberta
Ukrainian President Volodomyr Zelensky met with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney ahead of a Liberal cabinet meeting in Alberta. Carney says the meeting will focus on the countries' shared priorities, including deepening defence, economic and energy co-operation.
Canada will help to rebuild Ukraine when Russia’s war ends, Carney tells Zelensky
Prime Minister also says Canada supports ‘Ukraine’s path to joining NATO’ and the European Union
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Global News
At least 5 dead, more than 80 missing in Philippines passenger ferry fire
Footage shared by local authorities shows large sections of the vessel engulfed in flames and survivors being pulled out of the water onto Philippine Coast Guard boats.
5 baby orangutans rescued from suspected smuggling operation in India
Orangutans are native only to Borneo and Sumatra, two islands in southeast Asia and are distinct for their sparse reddish-orange fur and long, powerful arms.
Andrew and Tristan Tate denied bail during their U.K. extradition fight
The Tates failed to demonstrate that they do not present a flight risk or danger to the community or that special circumstances warrant their release, a judge said in her ruling.
4 family members found dead after small plane crashed off Bahamas coast
The Aircraft Accident Investigation Authority (AAIA) of the Bahamas said that neither the aircraft or any associated wreckage or debris have been located.
Miss Austria Lucia Sisic dead at 22
'It is with great shock and deep sadness that we have learned of the passing of our Miss Austria 2024, Lucia Sisic,' Mission Austria announced on its official Facebook page.
Oil tops $100 a barrel following latest attacks on Middle East facilities
The price of oil surpassed $100 a barrel for the first time since July after attacks on oil facilities and ships in the Middle East threatened an already weakened supply chain.
Eiffel Tower reopens after strike over limits on women staff ends
The Eiffel Tower reopened Tuesday after a strike to protest what a union official called “unacceptable” management instructions limiting the presence of women ended.
Iceland summons U.S. ambassador over Trump’s ‘unacceptable’ map post
On Monday, Trump posted an image with a map of North America, showing countries like Canada, Greenland and Iceland coloured in with the American flag.
King Charles says Harry and Meghan are ‘private citizens’ amid U.K. return
A letter sent to senior government officials said the couple — who gave up their royal duties and moved to California more than six years ago — will not undertake royal duties.
U.S. family missing after small plane flying from Bahamas to Miami vanishes
Silvia Larrieu said her uncle, Mario Lamar, was piloting the plane that was also carrying Lamar's wife Lily Lamar and two of his grandchildren, Christian Sosa and Sophie Sosa.
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New York Times
Oil Keeps Rising and Diesel Hits $6 a Gallon as Middle East Tensions Mount
Prices for the fuel jumped to a new high over mounting fears that the fighting between the United States and Iran could expand into a full-scale war.
7 Takeaways From the Republican Midterm Convention
On the second night of the Republican gathering in Dallas, Vice President JD Vance was the headliner. But President Trump returned to center stage.
Why Emerging Powers Keep Joining BRICS, Even When They Disagree
Leaders of China, Russia, India and other BRICS club nations meet in New Delhi this weekend, but wars and soaring energy prices threaten to undermine unity.
Vance, Eying 2028, Relishes the Spotlight at Trump’s Convention
The vice president, widely seen as a potential White House candidate, sought to use his speech in Dallas to show a more personal side to the MAGA faithful.
At BRICS Summit, China and India Vie for Influence
China sees the BRICS group as a vehicle for challenging American power. India wants to keep the group broad enough to avoid choosing sides.
Trump Loyalist Joseph diGenova Quits ‘Grand Conspiracy’ Case
The inquiry has sought to link disparate criminal inquiries into the president as a multiyear scheme to damage his political prospects.
Behind the Scenes, Vance Gathered Unvarnished Views of the Iran War
Vice President JD Vance received sobering assessments about the war that did not line up with what he, President Trump and other top administration officials were saying publicly.
What to Know About Missouri’s High-Stakes Election Map Battle
A dizzying volley of court rulings in recent days has created widespread confusion about which congressional boundaries will be in effect in November.
This Tiny Canadian Town Took In Americans on 9/11. It Would Again.
A tiny slice of Newfoundland welcomed in stranded passengers.
Justice Dept. Opens Inquiry Into Los Angeles Clippers’ Dealings With Kawhi Leonard
The investigation, by the U.S. attorney’s office in Brooklyn, is in its earliest stages, leaving it unclear whether criminal charges will ensue.
CNBC
Trump says he has no regrets about starting the Iran war as U.S. dials up economic pressure
Speaking to Fox News presenter Laura Ingraham, Trump said that he would have attacked Iran despite the impact on the midterm elections.
U.S. diesel price tops $6 per gallon, a record high as Ukraine and Iran wars ripple through economy
U.S. diesel prices hit their highest level ever as fuel supply disruption stemming from the Ukraine and Iran wars lifts transportation costs.
Further European rate hikes 'very much dependent' on energy costs, Bundesbank chief said
Joachim Nagel told CNBC that a potential move in rates into restrictive territory was "very much dependent on how the energy prices evolve."
Fintechs conquered payments in India. Now they're eyeing credit
Fintech companies, the driving force behind the adoption of digital payments in India, are now focusing on offering credit to the underserved population.
Jamie Dimon joins bankers lobbying the UK ahead of its critical budget — here’s why they’re worried
Bankers are pressuring the British government ahead of its Autumn Budget, in which the newly minted leadership will lay out its fiscal plans for Britain.
China's wealthy brace for a widening tax net as Beijing closes in
Beijing's recent push to tax offshore wealth may be only the opening phase of a broader campaign that could eventually reach overseas properties, inheritances.
CNBC Daily Open: Two market forces battle for dominance
Bond yields and oil prices keep investors' attention ahead of key inflation data that could set the course for the Fed.
A Chinese humanoid startup flips 'distillation' claim on OpenAI as it releases a new robotics model
Ant-backed startup JoyIn's CEO published an article in Chinese that raised questions about similarities between his company's new model and OpenAI publications.
Bessent says 'a large bank' will be sanctioned on Monday as part of Iran strategy
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that a large bank would be sanctioned next week.
Modi and Xi are set to meet at BRICS with trade and border issues in spotlight
A meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi would be the clearest test yet of the tentative post-2020 reset between Asia’s two largest economies.
Washington Post
Houthi rebels take key Red Sea city in Yemen, as Iran’s wartime leverage grows
Rebel control of the Bab al-Mandab Strait would be a setback for the Trump administration in its conflict with Tehran.
Philippines defense minister reads private note from China to live audience
In a viral video recorded at a conference in Seoul, Philippines Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr., said: “Perhaps basic decency and behavior is what China needs to do.”
The ancient spirit who’s helping protect Rio from the effects of El Niño
The city has announced a 25-year agreement for the services of Cacique Cobra Coral, a spirit channeled by a 71-year-old woman in Guarulhos, Brazil.
Plane carrying Zelensky threatened by drone in Moldova, Norway’s premier says
The Ukrainian president was on his way to the funeral of Norway’s King Harald.
Fed up with the U.S., Canada is aggressively seeking new trading partners
Strife with the U.S., including Trump’s tariffs, has pushed Canada to find new trading partners. That could ultimately raise prices for U.S. businesses.
Peter Thiel-backed firm to make low-cost missiles amid U.S. shortage
Defense start-up Covenant said it has inked about $150 million in orders to start being delivered in 2027.
Israel ramps up strikes in southern Lebanon
In war-weary Lebanon, Israeli strikes have intensified in response to Hezbollah drone attacks.
Protected status expires for Salvadorans shielded from deportation for decades
Immigrants from El Salvador were the first group granted temporary protected status. The Trump administration has been canceling it for scores of immigrants fleeing war and disaster.
Trump accuses Iran of meddling in midterms as wave of missiles targets U.S. base in Jordan
Under economic pressure from the U.S., Iranian leaders have signaled they will not capitulate amid stunted diplomatic efforts to end the war.
Associated Press will refer to Lake Ontario by its original name, despite order
The Associated Press’s guidance says President Donald Trump’s executive order affects only how the U.S. government refers to the lake, not Canada or other countries.
BBC
UK economy grew faster than expected in July
The economy expanded by 0.4%, official figures show, whereas economists had predicted no growth.
Henry Zeffman: How Burnham got ready to govern with four key moments mapped out
As the prime minister looks ahead to autumn, Labour figures are asking whether his government represents continuity or change.
Why Nigel Benn can't walk away from Conor
Nigel Benn vowed to leave son Conor to plough his own path after he beat Chris Eubank Jr, but the retired world champion is back by his side this week as he prepares to face WBC welterweight champion Ryan Garcia.
Princess Diana's 'revenge dress' goes up for auction
Auction house Sotheby's expects the dress to sell for up to $300,000 (£220,000) when it goes under the hammer on 9 December.
$10m on line at inaugural Ultimate Championship
The inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championship begins on Friday. From the global stars competing to how it all works - here is everything you need to know.
Philippine rescuers board ferry 40 hours after blaze began
Thick, toxic fumes and extreme temperatures pose a challenge to rescuers who have boarded the ship.
More than 100,000 watch 49ers shock Rams in Melbourne
San Francisco 49ers record dominant 27-7 victory over Super Bowl favourites Los Angeles Rams in front of a crowd of more than 100,000 at Melbourne Cricket Ground.
Has Trump won over voters with his midterm convention?
The BBC's North America editor Sarah Smith breaks down the main takeaways from the first-ever Republican convention held in the middle of a US presidential term.
Assisted dying bill for England and Wales faces new vote in Commons
The proposal was backed by a majority of MPs last year but did not become law after its progress was stalled by peers.
As Trump dominates convention, some Republicans quietly ask who comes next
The convention offered a stark reminder that the Trump era is heading toward its final chapter, the BBC's Washington correspondent Daniel Bush writes.
The Independent
Andy Burnham to miss crucial assisted dying vote as legislation remains on knife edge
Just 12 MPs switching sides could block the bill, which is set to be voted on this afternoon
Sweden, NATO’s newest member, is holding an election. Here’s what is at stake
The current center-right coalition relies on outside support from the Sweden Democrats, an anti-immigration party with far-right roots
The killer robots behind Ukraine’s warfare ‘revolution’ hunting the frontline
Ukraine wants to replace around one third of its frontline troops with unmanned ground vehicles by the end of the year
TikTok safety feature left children exposed to inappropriate content, judge rules
A Texas judge ruled on Thursday that TikTok violated the state's consumer protection law by misleading users
UK economy unexpectedly grew by 0.4% in July
GDP increased by 0.4% in July, up from 0.3% in June, the Office for National Statistics said.
Iran seeks end to Saudi blockade of Yemen after Tehran-backed rebels take key port
Iran's government has made its first public statement since Tehran-backed rebels in Yemen entered a key port in a move that could threaten global shipping
Why a Russian screening of an 81-year-old film has alarmed Taiwan
Taiwan says Russia is helping China push its narrative of a rising military threat from Japan
Trump says no after Saudi crown prince pushes for US strikes on Houthis: report
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman called President Donald Trump twice on Thursday and urged him to launch strikes against the Houthis
Do you remember where you were on 9/11? Share your memories 25 years on
As the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks approaches, we want to hear from readers about where you were and what you remember of that historic moment in 2001
One of UK’s oldest private schools put on market for £5 million after closure
There are several notable alumni of Ruthin School, including John Lennon’s son Julian
