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Toronto Star
Blue Jays vs. Braves: Toronto looks to avoid sweep after night to forget in Atlanta
With 100 games left, the Jays are hitting just .205 with the bases loaded.
Cyclist caught on video being tackled by police suffered concussion, his lawyer says
"I've got questions about why Toronto Police Service didn't provide medical assistance to this young man," says lawyer and cycling advocate David Shellnutt.
Blue Jays bring back Simeon Woods Richardson from Twins
Deal for cash returns a piece of the Jose Berrios trade. The Blue Jays also add reliever Justin Topa.
Neighbours guilty in murder of Liberty Village filmmaker over barbecue dispute. Body left with note — 'Can someone lift this into the trash?'
Khoa Tran was convicted of second-degree murder on Wednesday evening in the 2023 death of filmmaker Reeyaz Habib. Tran’s wife, Isabelle Nguyen, was convicted of accessory after the fact and committing an indignity to a body.
Join Joshua Chong at Shaw Festival for an exclusive Funny Girl experience
Get a behind-the-scenes look at Shaw Festival's Funny Girl, followed by dinner with theatre critic Joshua Chong.
Mark Carney tackles U.S. trade irritants with strategic policy announcements
The outline of certain trade concessions Canada is offering President Donald Trump came into view Wednesday as Prime Minister Mark Carney said he will tighten laws against forced labour in Canadian supply chains within weeks, and ordered a new review…
Documents reveal that Palantir contract was worth $30M more than government disclosed
Canada's Department of National Defence kept secret how much it paid for a contract with the controversial American tech company Palantir, according to newly released documents.
Some Toronto MPs weigh in — and some won't — on Doug Ford's plan for Billy Bishop airport
Many Toronto MPs are treading carefully around Premier Doug Ford's controversial plan to expand Billy Bishop airport to allow jets, but some are expressing concerns about the exclusion of the city and potential impacts on the waterfront.
Mark Carney praises Gov. Gen. Mary Simon as her term comes to an end
Simon was celebrated at a banquet hall just off Parliament Hill only days before her replacement Louise Arbour is to be sworn in.
Ontario teachers, school staff begin bargaining this month. Here are the unions' priorities
The five big school teacher and staff unions have each now served a notice to bargain, starting a 15-day countdown to talks.
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Globe and Mail
U.S. military strikes boat in eastern Pacific, killing two
Latest attack brings the number of people killed in boat strikes by the U.S. military to at least 207 since September
U.S. House’s stunning rebuke to Trump threatens American position in talks with Iran
The vote could also give possible new shape to November’s midterm congressional elections
U.S. House approves war powers resolution to halt military action against Iran, defying Trump
The move is a significant rebuke of the President, but it does not stop the war and next steps are uncertain
Villages near Mexico’s Mayan Train say they’re seeing no real benefits – and few passengers
It was billed as a way to lift Indigenous people out of poverty. Now, it is struggling and laden with environmental costs
Russia and Ukraine exchange strikes loaded with symbolism
Moscow destroys Chornobyl National Museum in Kyiv; Ukraine hits St. Petersburg ahead of important economic forum
Israel, Lebanon agree to renew fragile ceasefire
Israel agrees to ‘pilot’ security zones inside Lebanon from which Hezbollah militants would be banned
Kyiv strikes St. Petersburg as 'Putin's Davos' gets under way
Ukrainian drones hit an oil terminal in St. Petersburg and a warship in dry-dock at a nearby naval base, hours before Vladimir Putin's showcase economic forum got under way in the city, in a clear attempt to embarrass the Kremlin chief.
Polymarket cuts ties with George Santos as prosecutors investigate suspicious Kalshi trades, source says
Former congressman boasted about going to Trump’s State of the Union address in February, then allegedly bet against his appearance
At least 21, including 12 foreign nationals killed in New Delhi hotel fire
Incident broke out in South Delhi’s Malviya Nagar and may have started in a restaurant
Scores of people rescued from deadly building fire in New Delhi
A fire swept through a building in a New Delhi neighborhood Wednesday, killing at least 21 people and injuring several others, news agency Press Trust of India reported. The fire was extinguished eventually, but how it started was not immediately clear.
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Global News
Israel, Lebanon renew ceasefire as Trump admits calling Netanyahu ‘crazy’
Trump remained noncommittal about a timeline for settling the Iran conflict, saying the Strait of Hormuz might stay blocked through the Labour Day holiday on Sept. 7.
Oil prices spike, stocks retreat from records as Iran ceasefire strained
The price of crude oil rose after both the United States and Iran said they launched retaliations for earlier attacks or attempted ones.
U.S., Iran continue trading strikes as peace talks drag on for weeks
The talks have dragged on for weeks, and repeated exchanges of strikes in the Gulf region and Israel’s broadening war in Lebanon are further straining the efforts.
New study shows beluga whales display fascinating behaviour in front of mirror
New research suggests beluga whales may recognize themselves in mirrors, joining a small group of animals believed to exhibit self-awareness.
Meta says hackers can no longer access accounts through its AI chatbot
Meta says it has resolved an issue that allowed hackers to trick its AI assistant into granting access to other users' accounts, according to media reports.
Trump denies reports Iran stopped talking to mediators, says talks ongoing
Iran reportedly stopped communicating with mediators about extending a ceasefire, but U.S. President Donald Trump disputed the claim.
Canada has access to Anthropic’s powerful Mythos AI model, minister says
AI Minister Evan Solomon said the government has signed onto Project Glasswing, which Anthropic launched to allow companies to use Mythos to test for security vulnerabilities.
After Pope slams AI, can employees request religious AI exemptions at work?
The Pope's sweeping manifesto calls for the robust regulation of artificial intelligence, warning in his 42,300-word encyclical letter that 'technology is not simply a tool.'
Russia hits Ukraine with drones, missile strikes in deadly overnight attack
The attack stretched from night into day and the boom of explosions reverberated across cities. Officials said that 12 people were killed in Dnipro and six in Kyiv.
Gas price relief may have been short-lived following new strikes on Iran
Gas prices in Canada are expected to start climbing again, as any progress made towards a peace deal between the U.S. and Iran appears to be unravelling.
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New York Times
With His New Museum, Obama Offers a Trip to a Parallel America
The presidential center that opens this month seems out of step with the zeitgeist of the moment and produces emotional reactions among the discontented of the Trump era.
The Strait of Hormuz Is Blocked. The World Is Adjusting.
The longer we go without oil from the Persian Gulf, the less we’ll need it.
Amid War, Iran’s Soccer Leader Works to Get His Team to the World Cup
Mehdi Taj said his federation has been dealing with FIFA, not the United States, in trying to obtain visas for Iran to play in the tournament that begins next week.
Sherrill Says Immigration Officials Won’t Let Her Visit Detention Center
The governor said the Department of Homeland Security’s actions at Delaney Hall raise “serious questions.”
We Interrupt This Knicks Victory for a Political Ad Starring Mamdani
Mayor Zohran Mamdani lent his political star power to an unusual TV ad promoting three Democrats running for House seats in New York City.
Pace Gallery Cuts 50 Artists and 50 Staff Amid Art Market Challenges
A challenging art market is forcing even an established player to contract.
Flesh-Eating Pest Confirmed in U.S. Cattle
The New World screwworm was found in a calf in South Texas, the Agriculture Department said, the first case in the country since the 1960s.
Republicans Begin to Test the Limits of Trump’s Power by Flexing Their Own
The president’s unilateral and retributive style of governing is starting to hit a wall in both chambers of Congress.
House Advances New Sanctions on Russia and Aid to Ukraine
After G.O.P. leaders blocked additional aid to Ukraine, six Republicans and an independent joined Democrats to force the measure to the floor against the wishes of the speaker.
Massie, 3 Other House Republicans Broke From Trump on Iran War Powers Vote
Four Republicans from different ideological factions crossed party lines to vote with Democrats in favor of reining in the president’s power to wage war unilaterally.
CNBC
SoftBank shares plunge 10% amid broader tech sell-off
Shares of SoftBank fell 10% following an overnight sell-off in the U.S. market on the back of wider profit taking in the tech sector.
Finland's president says EU should expand to 40 states — including Canada
Finnish President Alexander Stubb said the European Union needs to expand to project power on the global stage.
Asia-Pacific markets fall on renewed Middle East tensions
Asia-Pacific markets open lower amid renewed tensions between Iran and the U.S. and worries that the conflict may keep inflation elevated.
CNBC Daily Open: Fresh Iran war worries halt stock rally
Oil prices rise and markets fall after Netanyahu tells CNBC Israel and U.S. prepared to attack Iran again if necessary.
Amazon engineers in Seattle slam employer for building AI data centers while laying off 30,000 staffers
Amazon engineers called out their employer for conducting mass layoffs while it commits to spending $200 billion this year on AI infrastructure.
Inside India newsletter: Why Taiwan and South Korea's stock markets have surged past India within a week
The Indian equity market is losing favour with global investors, as its domestic consumption story weakens and the country lags in AI.
SpaceX targets $135 IPO price at valuation of $1.77 trillion
The valuation would make Elon Musk's company the seventh-biggest in the U.S., above Tesla, which has a market cap of about $1.6 trillion.
KKR, Ares, Blackstone tumble as Partners Group caps private equity fund withdrawals
U.S. private markets firms fell on Wednesday, as concerns over redemption pressure returned to the spotlight.
10-year Treasury yield nears 4.5% again after strong jobs data, rise in oil
U.S. Treasury yields increased Wednesday as traders await new economic data amid ongoing Middle East tensions.
Washington Post
U.S. and intelligence allies issue rare joint warning about China
Nations in the Five Eyes intelligence partnership warned that fake profiles and job offers are targeting military officers, spies, and others with access to classified or sensitive information.
Iranian attack leaves 1 dead, dozens injured in Kuwait
With peace talks stalled, the U.S. and Iran traded strikes in one of the most intense bouts since the increasingly tenuous ceasefire between the two countries began in April.
Ukraine hits oil refinery as Russia opens St. Petersburg economic forum
Plumes of thick black smoke rose over St. Petersburg, President Vladimir Putin's hometown, as the Kremlin welcomed international guests for an event often described as Russia's Davos.
Rubio details U.S. demands as Iran peace talks falter
The secretary of state is testifying publicly to Congress for the first time since the war began, as the regional conflict worsens and lawmakers’ patience runs thin.
Russia hammers Ukrainian cities, killing at least 22
Moscow has intensified aerial bombing of Ukrainian cities as its battlefield advances have stalled.
Kenyan court extends order blocking U.S. hospital for American Ebola patients
The court extended for seven days its order stopping the opening of the U.S. field hospital. It also directed the Kenyan government to detail its deal with the U.S.
Israel says it is holding off on striking Beirut after U.S. request
Tehran suspended ceasefire negotiations because of Israel’s escalating military attacks in Lebanon and U.S. strikes, an Iranian official told The Post.
As Russia fails to achieve war aims in Ukraine, Putin needs a way out
European officials say Moscow's escalating aggression is a result of increasing difficulties that Russia is facing militarily and economically.
BBC
The Papers: 'Top cop sorry' and 'Prince of pubs'
The fallout from the Henry Nowak case and the Prince of Wales' pledge to support pubs dominate Thursday's papers.
A teen with no desire to be Messi: How Lamine Yamal is forging own path
Lamine Yamal is a key figure in Spain's World Cup squad, but why is the 18-year-old quick to dismiss Messi comparisons?
Ukraine-Russia tension hangs over French Open semi-finals
Russia's war in Ukraine will provide an unavoidable backdrop to the French Open women's semi-finals - and possibly the final.
'I left a children's home – and was embraced by love'
How a new scheme for young people leaving care is tackling what was once a cliff-edge for this vulnerable group.
Molly-Mae Hague and Tommy Fury welcome second child
The reality TV star made the announcement on Instagram with a photo of her, Fury, their daughter Bambi and the new baby.
Flesh-eating screwworm arrives in US with first case detected in Texas cattle
A calf near the US-Mexico border is the first case of the parasite in the US in 60 years.
US House votes to rein in Trump's war powers in rebuke over Iran
In the 215-208 vote, four Republicans joined Democrats to pass the measure, which had failed in three previous attempts.
SpaceX says it’s worth $1.75tn as it nears stock market debut
Elon Musk’s space exploration company set a target price for buyers earlier than expected.
Senate Republicans axe $1bn for Trump's new White House ballroom
The bill to fund immigration agencies has been delayed by opposition to Trump's 'anti-weaponisation fund'.
Germany blames Russia for 'bitter defeat' in UN Security Council bid
Johann Wadephul said it was "no secret" Russia had stirred up sentiment against Germany over its support for Ukraine.
The Independent
Almost half of private renters faced rule-breaking letting agents
Many rogue agents are operating delivering “rock-bottom” service, Citizens Advice warns
First ovarian cancer treatment in decades given green light for NHS
Experts have hailed the ‘landmark’ decision from the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence to approve the treatment for NHS use
Rare albino buffalo that resembles Trump now living the high-life after being spared execution
A rare albino buffalo fondly named after Donald Trump for its distinctive blond tuft is drawing a huge crowd at the national zoo in Bangladesh’s capital
Henry Nowak protests: ‘Rioters smashed cars as our kids slept upstairs – we were terrified’
After violent disorder broke out in Southampton in response to the murder of Henry Nowak, residents tell Dan Haygarth of the terror and chaos that unfolded around them
The real reason Farage has seized on the murder of Henry Nowak
While Keir Starmer expressed his fury at Nigel Farage’s intervention, political editor David Maddox warns that the Reform UK leader is engaging in the most naked of political opportunism
Women are the first caregivers in this Ebola outbreak and the most at risk
Women in eastern Congo are often the first caregivers when family members fall ill
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Putin’s UK envoy admits war has ‘cost a lot’ as drone strike overshadows ‘Russian Davos’
Russian diplomat says ‘we cannot lose this war’ as he admits Ukrainian forces have caused major damage to Russian oil infrastructure
Inflation and ICE fears threaten to dampen World Cup economic benefits in US
Hotel reservations in South Florida made by international travelers are weak compared with previous mega events
Qeshm: Iran’s fortress island with an underground ‘missile city’ threatening US troops in Hormuz
US Centcom said it had attacked the island early on Wednesday amid escalatory strikes with Iran
Nigerian court hands down death penalty to four men over church attack that killed 50 worshippers
Prosecutors said convicted men were members of al-Shabab militant group
