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CBC.ca
Russia fires missiles into Kyiv, killing a child and wounding several others, mayor says
Russian forces attacked the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv with missiles early Thursday, killing a child, injuring several people — including emergency crew members — and damaging buildings, according to the city's mayor.
Imperial Oil pipeline spills 843,000 litres northwest of Cold Lake, Alta.
An Imperial Oil pipeline spilled 843,000 litres of bitumen emulsion northwest of Cold Lake, Alta., last week. In a statement, Imperial Oil apologized for the spill, which has been stopped and contained.
Waymo is taking steps to get its robotaxis on Toronto streets. But roadblocks await
The autonomous taxi operator Waymo appears to be taking steps to break into the Canadian market, eyeing Toronto as a new testing ground for its self-driving fleet. But it may face technological, political and environmental roadblocks — including the harsh reality of Canadian winters — as it seeks to expand north.
Canadian performer Rezz cancels Coachella set due to health concerns
After performing during the first weekend of Coachella, Ukrainian-Canadian performer DJ Rezz has cancelled her second weekend set at the California music festival, citing issues with her health.
Foreign minister says she spoke to Lebanese counterpart in wake of Canadian citizen's killing
Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand said she spoke with her Lebanese counterpart on Tuesday to express condolences on the killing of a Canadian citizen in the country last week, but declined to sanction Israel, which his family blames for the death.
Booking.com customers warned of 'reservation hijacking' after data breach
With the busy travel season approaching, a data breach at Booking.com is leading to warnings about phishing scams known as "reservation hijacking."
Lobster harvesters hope for strong prices as cost of fuel and other expenses soar
A relatively low supply of lobsters and increased demand with the removal of international trade barriers are pointing to better prices, the executive director of the Maritime Fishermen's Union told The Canadian Press.
U.S. Supreme Court justice calls colleagues' use of emergency orders 'potentially corrosive'
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson has delivered a sustained attack on her conservative colleagues' use of emergency orders to benefit the Trump administration, calling the orders "scratch-paper musings" that can have a "potentially corrosive" effect.
Indigenous artisan worried about upcoming Etsy ban on the sale of fur
Etsy has announced it’s banning the sale of fur items on the site in August. The Fur Institute of Canada warns the move will hit Indigenous artisans hardest, who often rely on the site as a major source of income.
Health Canada approves 1st needle-free epinephrine treatment for severe allergic reactions
Health Canada has approved the first needle-free epinephrine treatment for severe allergic reactions: a nasal spray called Neffy.
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Toronto Star
Maple Leafs vs. Senators: Toronto players hint at locker-room unrest after season hits dead end in Ottawa
The Leafs have one day left to dread: Thursday's locker cleanout when the team’s leadership and a handful of others will address the media.
After backlash, Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow directs city to make more FIFA World Cup Fan Fest tickets free
The city released plans to charge $10 general admission to Toronto's World Cup Fan Festival, after the mayor and city officials had promised the event would be free-of-charge.
Gas tax plan sparks Carney–Poilievre clash in House of Commons
Prime Minister Mark Carney and Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre traded barbs about floor-crossers, fuel and fiscal records in the House of Commons on Wednesday, as the Tories sought to project unity despite a Liberal majority.
Former Trudeau minister Navdeep Bains considering Ontario Liberal leadership bid, insiders say
Sources close to the one-time industry and science minister say his phone has been "blowing up" with Liberals urging him to run provincially.
Jury finds that Ticketmaster and Live Nation had an anticompetitive monopoly over big concert venues
A Manhattan federal jury deliberated for four days before reaching its decision Wednesday in the closely watched case, which gave fans the equivalent of a backstage pass to a business that dominates live entertainment.
Ontario eases rules on drinking alcohol in provincial parks
Ford's government is changing rules to allow drinking in more places in provincial parks such as beaches, picnic and day use areas.
Toronto police officer charged with manslaughter in Niagara Falls shooting
The officer has been suspended with pay after he was arrested earlier today and charged in connection to the 2025 incident.
Did you buy a car between 1998 and 2017 in Canada? You may be eligible for part of a $50-million class-action settlement
The distribution of funds in the automotive parts price-fixing class action involves BMW, Mini, Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, Smart, Mitsubishi and Suzuki.
Family of Ajax man killed outside his home awoke to face police with guns drawn
Niran Perera said he learned his son had been attacked and killed early Tuesday after officers entered the family’s home. "I realized my eldest son was missing.”
Toronto wants to ban motorboats — including Jet Skis — in more places on its waterfront. Here's where
Use of Toronto's waterfront has soared since the pandemic, heightening tensions between boaters and nonmotorized users like swimmers and kayakers.
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Globe and Mail
At least 13 killed as Russian missiles hit Kyiv, other Ukrainian cities
Missile and drone attacks hit residential buildings and infrastructure facilities
High school principal tackles, disarms gunman as students flee in Oklahoma
Kirk Moore was shot in the leg during April 7 attack, but managed to restrain suspect until police arrived, according to court records
Principal tackles, disarms gunman entering Oklahoma high school
A high school principal in Oklahoma is being credited with saving lives after tackling a gunman who, according to an affidavit, entered the school on April 7 to open fire on students.
How U.S. hopes to resolve Iran conflict with economic warfare
U.S. plans to ramp up economic pain on Iran, saying the new moves will be the ‘financial equivalent’ of a bombing campaign
Comparing the Iran war to other U.S. conflicts yields little of value
Like its main proponent, this American military campaign has no antecedents
Israel’s security cabinet convenes to discuss possible Lebanon ceasefire, official says
Netanyahu’s government was under heavy pressure from Washington to reach a ceasefire in Lebanon, official says
Pakistan attempts to mediate as Trump says Iran war nearly over
U.S. President Donald Trump said the war with Iran was close to over as the army chief of mediator Pakistan arrived in Tehran in a bid to prevent a renewed conflict.
Trump posts image of himself with Jesus, continues war of words with Pope
Trump posted an image portraying him as a Jesus-like figure earlier this week, prompting widespread outrage
Ticketmaster and Live Nation had anti-competitive monopoly over big concert venues, U.S. jury finds
Civil case, initially led by the U.S. federal government, accused Live Nation of using its reach to smother competition
Attacked again by Trump, Pope Leo says world needs message of peace
Pope Leo said on Wednesday that the world needs to hear a message of peace and co-existence, after U.S. President Donald Trump attacked him for a second time this week on social media.
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Global News
U.S. will not renew sanctions waivers on Russian, Iranian oil, Bessent says
The moves signal an end to the Trump administration's efforts to use the sanctions waivers to free up more oil supplies and lower soaring global energy prices.
Anand says Sudan a ‘priority,’ pledges $120M in aid as war enters 4th year
Canada's foreign affairs minister said hunger is being used as a weapon of war in Sudan but it's up to global tribunals to decide whether a genocide is taking place.
Claudia Sheinbaum vows to ‘defend Mexicans at every level’
During a press briefing, Claudia Sheinbaum called Mexicans' and other migrants' deaths in ICE custody 'unacceptable.'
U.S. YouTuber Johnny Somali jailed in South Korea after statue stunt
In 2024, Johnny Somali posted a video of himself kissing the Statue of Peace commemorating victims of the Japanese military's sexual slavery during the Second World War.
5 things Canada and Finland have in common as NATO ally’s leader visits
Stubb said he and Carney share values and interests and that in many ways he considers Canada an honorary member of the European Union and the Nordic nations.
Mediators working to extend U.S.-Iran ceasefire, officials say
The fighting has killed at least 3,000 people in Iran, more than 2,100 in Lebanon, 23 in Israel and more than a dozen in Gulf Arab states.
Dozens of ‘cocaine hippos’ tied to drug lord Pablo Escobar to be culled
The cocaine hippos escaped Pablo Escobar's ranch after the drug lord was killed by national police in 1993. Since then, they have taken up residence in the region.
Iran war fallout has ‘abruptly darkened’ global economic outlook, IMF says
The IMF downgraded its forecast for global growth to 3.1 per cent in 2026 from the 3.3 per cent it had forecast in January, but the new rate assumes the war is 'short-lived.'
More peace talks sought as U.S. blockade of Iranian ports takes effect
U.S. President Donald Trump said a second round of talks could happen 'over the next two days' in an interview with the New York Post.
Husband of woman missing in Bahamas released without charges
'They had no choice but to release him. It's unfortunate they had to exhaust the entire investigative period to come to the conclusion,' Brian Hooker's lawyer said.
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New York Times
China’s G.D.P. Stronger Than Expected, Led by Infrastructure Spending
A steep slide in housing prices has left consumers less prosperous and less willing to spend, but the government is pouring money into new rail lines and other projects.
Stephen Colbert Wants the Vice President to Lay Off the Pope
The “Late Show” host scolded JD Vance for suggesting that Pope Leo XIV “be careful when he talks about matters of theology.”
Drivers Stranded as Flooding Closes Major Highway in Milwaukee
Severe storms moving across the Midwest were bringing heavy rain and raising the risk of flash flooding, tornadoes and large hail.
After Mythos, the Future of the Internet Is At a Crossroads
In the race to patch up cybersecurity holes found by the newest A.I. models, we risk leaving too many people to fend for themselves.
Lawyer John Eastman Disbarred for Efforts to Overturn 2020 Election
The California Supreme Court upheld a lower court’s decision that said Mr. Eastman, had violated the rules of professional ethics.
Just War Doctrine: The Pope, JD Vance and a Theological Debate
President Trump’s attack on Pope Leo has touched off an argument about a framework for determining when war is justified.
Shakespeare Bought One Property in London. Now We Know Exactly Where.
In confirming the precise location of William Shakespeare’s Blackfriars house, a British scholar raises fresh questions about what he intended to do with it.
Saudi Fund to Back Away From LIV Golf Under Mounting Financial Pressures
The Saudi league, established in 2022, attracted some of the sport’s biggest stars with huge contracts.
Analysis of Alzheimer’s Drugs Stirs Debate About Their Effectiveness
The review said a certain class of drugs had little clinical benefit, but many Alzheimer’s experts criticized the analysis, saying it unfairly lumped failed drugs with two recently approved treatments.
Mamdani’s Wife Admits ‘Shame’ Over Social Media Posts From Her Teens
Rama Duwaji apologized for using what she said was “harmful” language as a teenager, in her first interview since her husband, Zohran Mamdani, took office.
CNBC
Trump says Israel and Lebanon leaders to hold talks after first high-level meeting in decades
The U.S. president said he was "trying to get a little breathing room between Israel and Lebanon."
TSMC first-quarter profit rises 58%, beats estimates as AI demand fuels record run
TSMC reported another quarter of record profit, with the company expecting AI demand to continue to grow.
UK economy grew 0.5% in February, beating economists' expectations by a long shot
Economists polled by Reuters expected U.K. gross domestic product (GDP) to have expanded by 0.1% month-on-month.
CNBC Daily Open: Trading the truce and the Lebanon dilemma
The S&P, Nasdaq and Nikkei all top new record highs on optimism of an extended truce between the U.S. and Israel, as well as talks with Lebanon.
China economic growth accelerates to 5% in first quarter — but Iran war clouds outlook
Beijing had lowered its growth target this year to a range of 4.5% to 5%, the least ambitious goal on record going back to the early 1990s.
Inside India newsletter: Small towns are powering e-commerce's fastest-growing market, dominated by Amazon, Walmart unit
Small towns are fueling India’s e‑commerce surge, with Amazon and Flipkart chasing new shoppers, faster delivery and rising aspirational demand.
European stocks set for another mixed open as Iran peace efforts remain unclear
European stocks are expected to open in mixed territory as investors assess a confused picture of where the Iran war and peace talks are headed.
UK finance minister Rachel Reeves blasts Trump administration over economic impact of Iran war
U.K. Finance Minister Rachel Reeves called for an immediate de-escalation to the Middle East conflict on Wednesday.
Japan's Nikkei 225 hits record high as hopes for U.S.-Iran deal fuel broader rally in Asia stocks
Asia markets opened higher, with Nikkei at an all-time high after Wall Street hit record levels on growing expectations of a U.S.-Iran deal to end the war.
Iran war 'very close to over,' Trump says — and the stock market 'is going to boom'
The U.S. has beaten Iran "militarily" and that the war is "very close to over," Trump said, claiming a peace deal likely.
Washington Post
Trump administration pushes nations to sign ‘trade over aid’ declaration
Secretary of State Marco Rubio called it an opportunity to use the U.N. system to “promote America First values,” according to a cable reviewed by The Post.
House defies Trump on immigration with move to shield Haitians
The vote to advance a bill extending protections for Haitians marks the first time Republican lawmakers have voted this term to oppose Trump’s immigration policy.
U.S. sends thousands more troops to Mideast as Trump seeks to squeeze Iran
The infusion of firepower coincides with the administration’s maritime blockade against the regime in Tehran and as mediators urge both sides to extend their ceasefire.
Trump says China has agreed not to send weapons to Iran
The president made the claim, which Beijing has yet to confirm, amid anger in China that its vessels could be caught up in a U.S. blockade targeting Iranian ports.
Iranian sea trade blocked as six ships forced to turn back, U.S. military says
A U.S. blockade in effect since Monday has completely cut off Iran’s sea trade, the U.S. military said after six merchant ships were prevented from leaving Iranian ports.
Lebanese, Israeli diplomats hold rare face-to-face meeting in Washington
Secretary of State Marco Rubio hosted ambassadors from the two neighboring states in what was described as a working group aimed at reaching a ceasefire.
How geography powers Iran’s grip on the Strait of Hormuz, despite U.S. blockade
Even with a U.S. blockage, geography gives Iran an edge in the Strait of Hormuz, shaping control of a vital global chokepoint.
Trump says Iran talks may resume this week, but opposes enrichment compromise
The lead U.S. negotiator, Vice President JD Vance, has sought a moratorium on uranium enrichment of at least 20 years. Tehran’s offer would last up to five.
World’s oldest gorilla, known for her dignified manner, turns 69
Legend has it that Fatou was brought from Africa to France in the late 1950s by a sailor who then traded her to settle a bar bill.
BBC
UK economy grew faster than expected ahead of Iran war
The Office for National Statistics says the economy expanded by 0.5% in February.
Israeli demolitions levelling towns in south Lebanon, satellite images show
BBC Verify analysis found more than 1,400 buildings had been destroyed since 2 March.
Play-off pending? How draw at Etihad could set up thrilling finale
Man City's meeting against Arsenal may go a long way to deciding the destination of the Premier League trophy in May, but how close a finish could it be?
'Breakthrough' Alzheimer's drugs unlikely to benefit patients, report suggests
A major review has provoked a backlash after concluding the medicines provide too little benefit to be noticed.
Wave of Russian drone and missile attacks kill 15 in Ukraine
Meanwhile, a Ukrainian drone attack killed two children in Russia, officials say.
Cool Hand Luke actress Joy Harmon dies aged 87
Harmon was best known for a car-washing scene in the Paul Newman prison drama.
Chris Mason: The challenge of closing asylum loopholes while protecting genuine cases
There has been a stickiness to the electorate's concerns about issues of immigration and asylum, Chris Mason writes.
Watch: Reporter told to fake domestic abuse claim to remain in the UK
Some migrants are being encouraged to fabricate abuse allegations in order to stay in the UK.
Migrants making false domestic abuse claims to stay in UK, BBC investigation finds
In the third part of an undercover investigation, the BBC reveals how rules aimed at protecting abuse victims are being exploited.
Harry and Meghan join Aboriginal walking tour in Melbourne
During their visit down under, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have chosen to learn more about First Nations Australians' history.
The Independent
UK economy grew faster than expected before Iran war
The war in the Middle East has hit hopes of an uptick in growth this year
UK economic growth in February better than forecast before Iran war
The ONS said gross domestic product grew by 0.5% month-on-month in February following upwardly revised growth of 0.1% in January.
Australia boosts military spending as Iran war makes global impact
Australia's defense minster says the Iran war had greatly complicated the global strategic landscape and the country is significantly increasing its military spending
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Child among 15 killed as Putin’s forces attack Kyiv and other cities overnight
Major attack comes just hours after Putin's forces hit Ukraine with more than 380 drones and missiles
'Spaceballs' sequel, 'Thomas Crown Affair' previewed at CinemaCon, but no Bond updates
The cast and filmmakers behind the “Spaceballs” sequel, including Bill Pullman and Rick Moranis, brought humor to CinemaCon in Las Vegas
Oil prices drop below $95 and Asian stocks hit record highs as Iran peace deal hopes grow
Brent crude opens 0.4 per cent lower at $94.55 a barrel after reports Iran could consider allowing ships to sail freely through the Omani side of Strait of Hormuz
Iran-US war latest: Trump announces historic talks between Lebanon and Israel with White House optimistic for peace
‘We feel good about the prospects of a deal”, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said
Photos show damage after Russian strike in Kyiv, Ukraine, as residents take shelter
Residents surveyed the damage and took shelter Thursday following a Russian strike on a residential area in Kyiv, Ukraine.
The small change to your exercise routine that could lead to a longer life
Findings point to a more nuanced picture of how physical activity supports longevity
Trump’s ‘favourite field marshal’ Asim Munir arrives in Tehran to revive US-Iran peace talks
Pakistan is seeking to host the second round of peace talks before the fragile ceasefire expires next week
