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CBC.ca

Gorgeous, heartrending Club Kid is hitting Canadian theatres. Read our TIFF review

Hitting Canadian theatres now, Club Kid is without doubt a major work. It was without doubt one of the best films at this year's Toronto International Film Festival. And while there is some doubt here, Club Kid just might make you cry.

SpaceX Starship prepares attempt at pinpoint return landing on Earth

SpaceX's next-generation Starship spacecraft cruised around the globe on Saturday nearing the end of its 15th test flight and what the company hoped would be an unprecedented pinpoint return landing at the exact spot in Texas from ‌which it launched.

Carney says he will not boycott APEC 'family photo' with Putin

Prime Minister Mark Carney says he will participate in an upcoming group photo with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the APEC summit out of respect for the host, Chinese President Xi Jinping.

Margaret Atwood joins other bird lovers to fight against a proposed 600-foot tower on Pelee Island

Atwood called the location, which is one road over from the new Atwood-Gibson Bird Centre, "one of the stupidest places on the planet" to put a tower.

3 kids, 2 adults in life-threatening condition after Burlington, Ont., house fire: police

Five people, including three children, are in life-threatening condition in hospital after a house fire in Burlington on Saturday morning, Halton police say.

Vancouver duo's song goes viral after featuring in Grand Theft Auto VI

Bob Moses didn’t have to steal a car, pull off a heist, or even pick up a controller to score big with Grand Theft Auto VI. All the Vancouver-based electronic duo needed was a killer song and an email from Rockstar Games.

Why is Alberta ditching diversity, equity and inclusion in hiring practices?

Are hiring policies that strive for workplace diversity actually a problem that needs solving? Or is the UCP government engaging in political posturing? Panelists who spoke to CBC's West of Centre are split on the answer.

Microsoft services fully restored after global outage

Microsoft said on Saturday that services had fully recovered across Teams, Outlook and its other products, ending a global outage that crippled online communications ‌for businesses and governments for over 24 hours.

People called this Elora, Ont., company for a washer it supposedly sells. Except it doesn't even make washers

This week, hundreds of people were making calls and sending emails and messages to an Elora, Ont., appliance maker wanting to buy their so-called revolutionary washing machine, the "Keel." The problem? Elora's Stirling Marathon doesn't even make washers. The company is a victim of a scam Youtube video generated with artificial intelligence that has since been taken down.

Snowbirds set to fly iconic jets for last time this weekend

Fifty-five years after the team's formation, the Canadian Forces Snowbirds' iconic jets will grace the skies one last time. The aerobatics team's CT-114 Tutor jets are set to fly over Calgary's McMahon Stadium on Sunday as part of the 113th Grey Cup festivities, before being grounded permanently.
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Globe and Mail

Kreiss-Tomkins elected as Alaska governor in state’s first Democrat win since 1998

The former state lawmaker defeated three Republicans, including one endorsed by Trump

U.S. air travel should recover from nationwide ground stop by end of Sunday, officials say

Canadians were among travellers stranded in airports after thousands of flights cancelled, delayed

U.S. asked Ukraine if it would cede Donbas for NATO membership, Zelensky says

With a comprehensive package, the question may go to a national referendum, Ukrainian president says

What to know about flights now that the U.S. ground stop is over

It will take a while to get air traffic back to normal, officials warn

Microsoft services fully restored after massive outage disrupts workers across globe

Incident caused by network capacity upgrade issues, company says

Ask journalist Mark MacKinnon about his 5,000-kilometre journey across the New Iron Curtain

International Correspondent Mark MacKinnon will answer questions about his trip, Europe’s changing political landscape and when locals believe hostilities will end

Pope Leo is on a lonely crusade to inspire AI to work for the good of humanity

Industry has little time to consider the consequences of its actions, analysts say

Inside our journey along the New Iron Curtain

A look behind the scenes of The Globe and Mail’s road trip along a new geopolitical fault line from Finland to Ukraine

Kyiv Independent editor on the challenges of reporting a war without an end

Olga Rudenko says independent journalism remains essential in wartime Ukraine

Key moments from ground stop of planes in the U.S. by the FAA on Friday

Some flights diverted to Canada; no evidence cyberattack to blame for air traffic control issues, American officials say
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Global News

How Microsoft outage shows risk of tech monopolies: ‘We were just helpless’

Many businesses and consumers were unable to communicate through digital channels as a global outage of some Microsoft services left people scrambling.

U.S. Coast Guard suspends search for 72-year-old missing cruise passenger

'The vessel was approximately 500 nautical miles from the area where she was believed to have entered the water,' the U.S. Coast Guard told Global News.

Microsoft shares pressured on Friday as traders weigh outage’s impact

A global outage for Microsoft web services continued to disrupt email accounts and some other applications worldwide on Friday, while the broader stock market remains unsteady.

Toronto orthodox priest criticized for accepting medal from Putin

The Ukrainian Canadian Congress said it was disgraceful that Father Vladimir Malchenko shook hands with Putin two days after Russia bombed a school in Ukraine, killing 55.

Amid Nvidia’s suspected Chinese spy scandal, what is a ‘honey trap?’

The Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) said 'cultivation' — which includes romantic entanglements — is an effective tool deployed by intelligence services.

Missing 17-year-old found alive after 6 days lost in Australian woodlands

A police helicopter crew found William, who has Level 2 autism, lying asleep on a flat rock beside a creek and he was later reunited with his mother.

Canada says Russian players with visas will still be barred from World Juniors

The statement appears to close the door on Russia's return to the world juniors after last month's court ruling that the IIHF must reinstate the country in international hockey.

Russia, Ukraine to exchange prisoners but talks end with no big breakthrough

U.S. officials say they are determined to revive Washington’s peace efforts that so far have failed to deliver significant results.

Thousands of ‘hoax’ bomb threats sent to schools in Italy, U.K., police say

Schools in Italy were evacuated, Northern Ireland and Scotland also received similar threats, but no evacuations were reported, according to the Associated Press.

Russia’s U.S. ambassador dies ‘suddenly’ at 66, Moscow says

A statement described Darchiev as “an outstanding diplomat, experienced leader, good comrade and mentor,” as well as a brilliant scholar of U.S. affairs.
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New York Times

Perhaps the Rumors of Democracy’s Demise Were Premature

Did the midterm election save it?

Here’s Why It Could Take Days for Flights to Return to Normal

With hundreds of planes out of position and crews out of hours, restarting the nation’s flight system is no easy task.

Ground Stop Highlights Chronic Vulnerabilities in Air Traffic System

The Federal Aviation Administration’s aging air traffic control infrastructure has had several disruptive failures in recent months, as officials have sought to make upgrades.

Goodbye, Mr. Chips

Terrible tech bros leading us into a scary future.

How the University of North Carolina Tried to Avoid Trump’s Wrath

The University of North Carolina’s chancellor tried to protect the school from the Trump administration. Work on cancer, suicide, AIDS and coronaviruses was hit anyway.

Alaska Senate Race Between Dan Sullivan and Mary Peltola Still Counting Votes

The race between Senator Dan S. Sullivan and Ms. Peltola, a former representative, is the only Senate contest that hasn’t been called.

What’s Behind the Trump-Huang Relationship?

President Trump’s show of support for Jensen Huang as he was under fire was a remarkable moment in a relationship that barely existed two years ago. Our White House correspondent Maggie Haberman explains how Mr. Trump came to see Mr. Huang as a modern-day Henry Ford.

The Jensen Huang Scandal Has Shocked Even Scandal-Prone Silicon Valley

As Jensen Huang abruptly departs, the tech community grapples with an eternal question: Why do the smartest and most successful men so often act so stupidly?

Forever in Bluejeans

A reflection on denim.

Olivia Wilde Hit Bottom. Here’s How She Bounced Back.

The actor-director learned a lot about shame, regret and failure — and then made a hit movie. 

CNBC

Nationwide ground stop followed contractor upgrade to L3Harris telecommunication system: DOT’s Duffy

The FAA ground stop came after updates to an older communication system managed by L3Harris Technologies, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said Saturday.

Nvidia board urged to consider 'potential return of Jensen Huang' by two major investors

Two Nvidia investors with about $2.13 billion of stock disclosed as of June 30 are calling for a deliberate leadership search after Huang’s resignation.

How Nvidia turmoil and a Democratic Congress could reshape the AI trade, according to ETF experts

ETF experts say Nvidia’s leadership turmoil and Democratic control of Congress could shift AI demand to the benefit of other Big Tech stocks, rival chipmakers.

Trump doesn’t plan to raise Nvidia, spy issue during China trip: U.S. officials

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigned this week after reports of multiple affairs, including one with a suspected Chinese spy, Alice Huang.

How Rockstar's 'GTA VI' release could reshape gaming, streaming and even paid time off

"Grand Theft Auto VI" launches Nov. 19 with huge expectations. Its impact could reach creators, streaming, music, workplace time off, food delivery and tourism.

Berkshire breaks out to record high with fourth-quarter rally reaching 19%

Berkshire Hathaway's red-hot shares are ending a strong week with four consecutive fresh record high closes.

Retailers are turning to entertainment to win shoppers’ attention

Retailers are increasingly investing in and building out entertainment studios as the race for audience attention speeds up.

Eric Trump-backed robot soldier startup can't pay staff after founder borrowed $4.6 million from company to buy home

Eric Trump-backed robot startup Foundation Future Industries has run low on cash and missed payroll, as CEO Sankaet Pathak faces scrutiny over a $4.6 million company loan.

Microsoft apologizes for massive outage that took down Outlook and other 365 services

A Microsoft outage on Thursday and Friday affected users of services like Outlook, Teams and 365.

Analysis: Companies love a ‘rockstar’ CEO. Until they depend on one

Jensen Huang’s exit tests Nvidia’s succession planning and governance, and offers lessons for companies that elevate their CEOs to rockstar status.

BBC

Bompastor's risks pay off as Chelsea go top of WSL

In any big encounter you will often hear managers say it is the "fine margins" that decide a game. In this case, it was Sonia Bompastor's decisions.

Joseph scores record-equalling five tries as England rout Japan

Will Joseph marked his comeback after four years out the Test game with a record-equalling five tries as England tore through Japan.

Italy fines Meta €805m over accessing users' photos

The social media giant is accused of not informing 20 million users it had access to their photos.

Le Tissier stars as Man Utd beat Crystal Palace to extend unbeaten run

Maya le Tissier scores a stunning strike on her 150th appearance for Manchester United to help her side beat Crystal Palace 2-0 in the WSL, as the home side extend their unbeaten run in all competitions to 12 matches.

Philippines wins first Eurovision Song Contest Asia

Front-runner Carmelle emerges victorious with her women's empowerment anthem Sobra-Sobra.

Thousands turn out in Edinburgh to protest against AI data centres

Demonstrators armed with placards - and some dressed in costume - assembled at the top of the Royal Mile before marching towards the Scottish Parliament.

Copper wire upgrade caused nationwide flight suspension, US transport secretary says

The US government is trying to find out whether the chaos was caused by "incompetence" or faulty equipment.

Wales stun New Zealand to end 73-year losing streak

Wales celebrate a first victory against New Zealand since 1953 with a brilliant 35-28 win to spark astonishing scenes in Cardiff.

Magnificent Wales beat New Zealand for first time since 1953

Wales celebrate a first victory against New Zealand since 1953 with a brilliant 35-28 win to spark astonishing scenes in Cardiff.

Highlights: Wales beat New Zealand for first time in 73 years

Watch the best of the action as Wales beat New Zealand for the first time in 73 years

The Independent

Tens of thousands march in Portuguese cities against surging home prices

Tens of thousands of people have marched in Portugal in the biggest protest yet against surging housing prices

US sports scramble back to normal after FAA ground stop upends team travel

Sporting events across the country are slowly returning to normal after the Federal Aviation Administration grounded all flights nationwide for several hours

Meta fined $887 million in Italy over Android gallery photos and videos on Facebook

Italy has fined Meta €805 million ($887 million) for using Android users’ photos and videos on Facebook without proper consent

Daily life around the world, in photos

A look at everyday moments across countries, cultures and communities worldwide.

Russell Brand’s old pub to reopen under new ownership after years of abandonment

The disgraced comedian sold the 600-year-old inn in April for just under £1m

Louisiana DA orders chemical castration of convicted child rapist: ‘We will take his manhood’

Louisiana is the only state allowing surgical castration for certain sex offenders, though state confirmed in September that it has never carried out the procedure

Savannah Guthrie, popular and enduring face of morning TV, renews NBC contract after 15 years

Savannah Guthrie has extended her contract with NBC News, ensuring she continues as co-anchor on "Today."

Trump blames US ground stop outage on ‘old broken stuff’ as Duffy points finger at contractor

Amid Friday’s nationwide ground stop, Trump posted about reviving the entertainment industry

Further interest rate rises needed to tackle inflation, Bank of England’s chief economist says

Huw Pill suggested he would vote for another quarter-point increase in December

Called 911? A drone may now be the first response

Police departments from New York to North Carolina are facing a shortage of cops - and drones have been made part of the solution. But the rapid rollout of the tech raises fresh questions about privacy and surveillance, Jasmine Fernández reports