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CBC.ca
U.S. singer D4vd arrested on suspicion of killing teen girl found dead in his Tesla
U.S. singer D4vd has been arrested on suspicion of killing a 14-year-old girl whose decomposed body was found last year in an apparently abandoned Tesla that was registered to him and towed from the Hollywood Hills, police said Thursday.
Trump rails against latest court decision on stalled White House ballroom project
U.S. President Donald Trump railed against a federal judge's decision on Thursday that continues to block above-ground construction of a $400-million US White House ballroom, allowing only below-ground work on a bunker and other "national security facilities" at the site.
Accused killer pledges '150% honesty' to fake crime boss in interview played in court
The video played in Corner Brook Supreme Court, a four-plus hour long conversation, was started on Thursday afternoon.
Beer-throwing fans trigger 2-minute penalty for B.C. hockey team
It was the fans versus the referees in a tense and at times chaotic Western Hockey League playoff game in Prince George, B.C., Wednesday night.
Netflix chair and co-founder Reed Hastings to leave streaming platform
Netflix chair Reed Hastings is leaving the streaming service he co-founded 29 years ago as the company regains its footing after it lost its $72-billion US deal for Warner Bros. Discovery.
Habs players will be the voice of the Montreal Metro — for 2 stations — during playoffs
Montreal Metro announcements are getting a bleu-blanc-rouge twist during the Montreal Canadiens’ playoff run.
AI-generated Val Kilmer movie debuts trailer, creators defend digital resurrection of late actor
The filmmakers behind As Deep as the Grave, the indie film that is using an artificial intelligence-rendered version of Val Kilmer in a prominent role, debuted a first look at the recreated actor Wednesday at CinemaCon in Las Vegas.
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Toronto Star
Scenes from the Maple Leafs' season wrap: Defenceman Morgan Rielly has 'enjoyed every minute'
Morgan Rielly knows all too well that a question he doesn’t want to hear could come his way this summer. Would he be willing to waive his no-movement clause by accepting a trade to another team?
ICE acting director Todd Lyons will resign at end of May, DHS says
It was not immediately clear why Lyons was resigning, nor who would be replacing him.
Heavy rains bring flooding, warnings to areas from Mississauga up to Manitoulin Island and east to Peterborough
Downpours this week have put large swaths of Ontario under flood advisories and states of emergency. These are the affected communities.
Arrests in ‘vile’ murder of 14-year-old allegedly involved in attack on Hells Angels bunker
The boy’s body was found in 2024 in a field close to a property connected to the Hells Angels in Frampton, Que., 75 kilometres from the province’s capital.
Lawyers for singer D4vd say he didn't kill 14-year-old girl after his arrest
The singer had been under investigation by an LA County grand jury looking into the death of Celeste Rivas Hernandez.
Canada Post to start ending home delivery at 136,000 homes by end of year — including 18,000 in Etobicoke
Crown corporation vows to 'engage with communities' while it finds 'suitable' locations for community mailboxes; expects to convert remaining 4 million homes away from home delivery in five years.
Oil leaks that shut TTC this month 'random' events, says report
A preliminary report presented to the TTC board Thursday reveals details on the leaks that shut Line 2 for hours on April 7 and April 10.
Pierre Poilievre attacks Mark Carney's economic credentials, says he presents 'the illusion of knowledge'
In a full-frontal assault on Prime Minister Mark Carney's economic credibility, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre suggested the former central banker presents "the illusion of knowledge" and claimed he was "wrong about every major economic issue of the last decade."
The TTC wants to make Toronto's streetcars faster and more reliable. Here's how
On Thursday, the TTC board will contemplate a slate of measures to help speed up the city's much-maligned streetcar system.
Gun-smuggling trucker, whose deadly cargo was used in shootings in Toronto and Hamilton, sentenced to four years
Pistols purchased at Florida gunshops by Erhan John Er, 35, in the summer of 2022 were later linked to two killings, according to Florida court documents.
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Globe and Mail
U.S. singer D4vd arrested on suspicion of killing 14-year-old girl found dead in his Tesla
The body was found last year in an apparently abandoned Tesla registered to him
Acting U.S. ICE head Todd Lyons to step down in May
ICE’s fatal shooting of two U.S. citizens in Minnesota in January sparked nationwide protests
Pope denounces ‘tyrants’ and ‘masters of war’ as he ventures into conflict zone in Cameroon
Without naming anyone, the pontiff also denounced politicians who use religious rhetoric to justify war
Trump nominates former U.S. deputy surgeon general Erica Schwartz as new CDC director
U.S. President fired former CDC Director Susan Monarez over her objections to planned vaccine policy changes
Former Virginia politician Justin Fairfax killed estranged wife before killing himself, police say
Former Virginia Lt. Gov. and his wife Dr. Cerina Fairfax were found dead in their home in Washington, D.C.
U.S. allows mining near Minnesota wilderness area, with waters flowing into Canada
The vote, passed by Congress on Thursday, overturns a pair of decisions made by the Joe Biden administration
U.K PM Starmer faces calls to resign as government admits ambassador to U.S. failed vetting process
Failed security check came after Mandelson’s appointment had been announced
U.S. House Republicans block latest bid to rein in Trump’s Iran war powers
War powers resolution was defeated by 214 to 213 in the Republican-majority chamber, a day after a similar measure was blocked in the Senate
Clouded leopard cub is already making adorable squeaks at the Nashville Zoo
Nashville Zoo is celebrating a conservation milestone following the birth of a female clouded leopard cub, the 50th born at the zoo since 1991. The cub was born March 18 and weighs just over two pounds, about the size of a large pineapple.
Pope Leo, in Cameroon, decries world 'ravaged by tyrants'
Pope Leo blasted leaders who spend billions on wars and said the world was 'being ravaged by a handful of tyrants,' in unusually forceful remarks in Cameroon on Thursday after U.S. President Donald Trump attacked him again on social media.
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Global News
Life-jacket from Titanic survivor to be auctioned, expected to fetch $648K
The life jacket was worn by Laura Francatelli, a first-class passenger, who was among about 700 people who survived the ship's sinking.
U.S. tourist held in Zanzibar after his fiancee dies following arguments
Joseph Isaac McCann, 45, was questioned by police, four days after his partner, Ashly Robinson, 31, was found dead in a luxury villa in Zanzibar on her birthday trip.
Prince Harry says Princess Diana’s death made him not want to be a royal
Prince Harry, during his 20-minute address, spoke about his experience with mental health and how grief, after the death of his mother, has impacted his life.
Trump says Israel, Lebanon agree to 10-day ceasefire for peace talks
Trump told reporters after the ceasefire was announced that Lebanon and Israel would work toward a longer-term deal, and said Lebanon had agreed to 'take care of Hezbollah.'
U.S. military ‘locked and loaded’ on Iran’s power plants, Hegseth says
U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said Thursday that Iran needs to choose wisely as it prepares for negotiations with the United States.
Carnival cruise passenger wins $300K lawsuit after being over-served alcohol
Carnival was ordered to pay US$300,000 to Diana Sanders after a jury found that the company was negligent in serving her at least 14 shots of tequila in just over eight hours.
Artemis II astronauts reflect on historic mission: ‘Hard to fully grasp’
'Small and powerless, yet powerful together,' Hansen said at a news conference at the Houston space centre — the first since the crew returned to Earth.
Russian strikes kill at least 16 in Ukraine in biggest attack this months
Russia launched nearly 700 drones and dozens of ballistic and cruise missiles, primarily targeting civilians, in its biggest aerial barrage in almost two weeks, authorities said.
Europe has ‘maybe 6 weeks of jet fuel left,’ head of energy agency says
IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol painted a sobering picture of the global repercussions of what he called “the largest energy crisis we have ever faced.”
Hopes for U.S.-Iran talks renewed as Pakistan’s army chief visits Tehran
The meeting comes as U.S. President Donald Trump announced the leaders of Israel and Lebanon will speak later on Thursday about halting the fighting.
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New York Times
Analilia Mejia, a Progressive Democrat, Wins Mikie Sherrill’s House Seat
Ms. Mejia, who helped run Sen. Bernie Sanders’s presidential campaign, beat her Republican opponent, Joe Hathaway, to win a seat Ms. Sherrill vacated after she was elected governor of New Jersey.
D4vd Arrested in Connection With Death of Celeste Rivas Hernandez
The singer was detained in connection with the death of Celeste Rivas Hernandez, who died before her 15th birthday. D4vd’s lawyers said they would vigorously defend his innocence.
Who Are D4vd and Celeste Rivas Hernandez?
The musician is known for creating the anthem for Fortnite. He was touring for his major-label debut when Ms. Rivas Hernandez’s remains were found in his car, officials said.
Mamdani Says He Plans to Skip the 2026 Met Gala
In an interview with the local news outfit Hell Gate, the New York mayor framed his decision to avoid the glamorous fund-raiser as a way to keep his focus on affordability.
Acting ICE Director Says He Plans to Resign in May
Todd Lyons said he would leave to spend more time with his family. He has spoken about a surge in threats against ICE officers, saying that he knew the reality firsthand.
Former Navy Service Member Charged in Georgia Killing Spree
The suspect is accused of carrying out a string of attacks in the Atlanta area that killed two women and injured a homeless man. The authorities described the attacks as random.
Michigan’s Dam Crisis Shows Decay of U.S. Infrastructure, Whitmer Says
Workers in Cheboygan hurried to shore up a dam in danger of being overtopped, part of a “slow-moving disaster” threatening communities across the state.
An Arrest in the Streets of New York, on Horseback
An officer from the Police Department’s Mounted Unit raced through the Upper West Side of Manhattan, chasing a woman accused of snatching a purse.
RFK Jr. Shifts Tone on Vaccines in Congressional Hearing
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who has sought to roll back longstanding vaccine policy, testified that the measles vaccine is safe and effective “for most people” and agreed it was safer than getting measles.
Trump to Nominate Dr. Erica Schwartz, a Vaccine Supporter, as CDC Director
Dr. Erica Schwartz is seen as a highly qualified traditional choice and tapping her is the strongest signal yet that the administration is veering away from vaccine skepticism this election year.
CNBC
Asia markets mostly fall as fragile Middle East ceasefire tempers sentiment
Most Asia-Pacific markets traded lower Friday as an Israel-Lebanon ceasefire tempered risk appetite, even after Wall Street closed at fresh record highs.
CNBC Daily Open: A fragile peace, but a firm market rally
Markets march on to new records as the warring sides in the Middle East come seem to move toward peace.
Netflix stock sinks after streamer reiterates guidance, says Reed Hastings to exit board
Netflix beat expectations for Q1 revenue and reported a big jump in earnings per share thanks in part to a termination fee related to its proposed WBD deal.
Oil falls as Trump reiterates Iran war ‘should’ end soon and Israel-Lebanon truce lifts hopes
Oil prices fell after Donald Trump said Israel and Lebanon had agreed to a 10-day ceasefire following talks in Washington.
Trump says war in Iran is going 'swimmingly' and 'should be ending pretty soon'
President Donald Trump's latest prediction on the end of the war against Iran came hours after Israel announced a ceasefire with Lebanon.
Quantum stocks on pace for a massive week after Nvidia debuts AI models to boost the tech
Hyperscalers Alphabet, Amazon and Microsoft have been investing heavily in chips to power quantum computing
Charles Schwab to launch direct bitcoin, ether trading to compete with Robinhood
Charles Schwab is rolling out crypto trading, allowing clients to buy bitcoin and ether in the coming weeks.
Israel and Lebanon agree to 10-day ceasefire, Trump says
Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Joint Chiefs Chairman Dan Caine will work with Israel and Lebanon, Trump said.
TSMC and ASML post-earnings stock moves could be a sign of what's to come from chip companies
Two of the biggest chipmakers, TSMC and ASML, failed to catch major tail winds from strong earnings. It could be a bellwether for the chip industry as a whole.
Retail traders pile into Allbirds after odd AI pivot. History shows it won't end well
This surge of speculative buying reflects a broader return of animal spirits among small traders.
Washington Post
South African politician who drew Trump’s ire sentenced on gun charges
Julius Malema, whose incendiary rhetoric about Afrikaners drew notice on the U.S. right, was handed a five-year prison term for firing a gun at a 2018 rally.
10-day ceasefire in Lebanon begins as Israel agrees to U.S.-backed deal
President Donald Trump announced the agreement, which went into force Thursday evening, as Pakistani mediators worked to extend a U.S.-Iran ceasefire and arrange new talks.
Trump says Iran agrees to hand over ‘nuclear dust’
Iran has not confirmed Trump’s claim. Giving up its highly enriched uranium would be a major step toward an agreement.
House votes to restore protections for Haitians, defying Trump
Ten House Republicans joined Democrats to oppose President Donald Trump on his immigration policy Thursday, voting to restore temporary protections for Haitians living in the United States.
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.
Pope Leo decries ‘tyrants’ ravaging world, days after insults from Trump
The pontiff did not name the president during a speech in Cameroon. He criticized those who manipulate religion “for their own military, economic or political gain.”
Airstrike by Nigeria, a U.S. ally against Islamist militants, kills scores
Villagers, health workers and human rights monitors see a pattern of reckless attacks in the U.S.-backed fight against Boko Haram and its Islamic State-affiliated offshoot.
Japan is a pacifist nation, and now a hint of change is drawing rare protests
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has made revising the constitution a priority amid rising security threats in Asia, but any change is highly sensitive.
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.
BBC
The Papers: 'Starmer in peril' and 'Gunners hero dead'
Calls for PM to resign over Mandelson vetting and ex-Arsenal goalie's 'train horror' death leads the papers.
Australia's most decorated living soldier granted bail over war crime charges
Lawyers argued that Ben Roberts-Smith wouldn't be able to defend himself properly from prison.
South Korea's runaway wolf finally captured after nine-day search
The search has been marked by twists and turns, gripping South Korea and even inspiring a meme coin.
Harry and Meghan meet Bondi shooting survivors
On the fourth day of their Australian visit, the royal couple pay tribute to the 15 people killed in the Bondi shooting.
Singer D4vd arrested in connection with death of missing teen girl
The remains of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez were found in the singer's car last year.
Major refinery fire won't lead to fuel rationing, Australian PM says
A 13-hour blaze at one of Australia's two oil refineries could impact petrol prices and supply.
Artemis commander tells BBC about 'powerful' moment crater named after his late wife
Reid Wiseman’s two daughters were in Nasa’s mission control room for the naming of the “Carroll” crater in honour of the commander’s late wife.
Finance ministers and top bankers raise serious concerns about Mythos AI model
Experts say Mythos potentially has an unprecedented ability to identify and exploit cybersecurity weaknesses.
Chris Mason: Mandelson nightmare haunts Starmer again, as senior figure effectively sacked
The prime minister is believed to be absolutely furious over the handling of Lord Mandelson's vetting, Chris Mason writes.
Iranian footballers say Australia has given them 'hope' for safe future
The duo had sought aslyum after their football team did not sing the national anthem during a match.
The Independent
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky says Putin ‘is a global threat’ after huge wave of deadly strikes
Major attack comes just hours after Putin's forces hit Ukraine with more than 380 drones and missiles
Iran-US war latest: Trump hails ‘historic day’ as ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon comes into effect
The truce follows a heavy bombing campaign by Israel against targets it says are linked to Hezbollah
Man accused of killing Charlie Kirk pushes to ban cameras from court
The man accused of killing Charlie Kirk wants a judge to ban cameras from the courtroom and says live broadcasts of the prosecution are violating his right to a fair trial
Before Beatlemania, George Harrison visited his sister in Illinois. The house is now for sale.
In September 1963, before Beatlemania, George Harrison visited his sister in the southern Illinois town of Benton
Everything Meghan has worn during her ‘quasi-royal’ tour of Australia
Despite stepping down as a working member of the royal family, the Duchess of Sussex has continued a long-standing tradition
Canada Post taking steps to stop home mail delivery
The government-owned corporation that delivers mail in Canada is taking steps to stop home delivery
Trump goes after Fox News host Jessica Tarlov as she reveals negative poll numbers calling her ‘least attractive’ and ‘boring’
Trump’s comments came after Tarlov bashed the president’s popularity on television
Airline adding bunk beds for economy travelers but bans snacks, smells and cuddling
Air New Zealand will soon add triple-tier bunk beds for economy travelers to have a chance to sleep on long-haul flights
Billionaire Trump hasn’t heard of a ‘corner store’ and laments poorer people ‘don’t think in terms of deductions’ at tax event
The president shared a variety of bizarre economic views and admitted he makes financial markets nervous during an event in Las Vegas to promote his tax agenda
Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons submits resignation to DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin
Lyons will leave the federal government at the end of May
