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CBC.ca
Emmy-winning actor Tom Skerritt, with roles in Alien and Top Gun, dies at 93
Tom Skerritt, the Emmy-winning actor who embodied a solid, wry authority figure, whether as a flight instructor in Top Gun, a tough-but-fair sheriff on TV’s Picket Fences or the doomed captain of Alien, has died. He was 93.
Canada Post starting weekend parcel delivery in Toronto, Montreal and Ottawa this fall
Canada's national mail carrier says it plans to start delivering parcels on the weekend to seven million households by the end of 2027, as part of the financially troubled Crown corporation's major restructuring.
Canadian diplomats based in U.S. advised to avoid appearing with midterm candidates
The government of Canada has issued advice to all embassy and consulate staff to avoid appearing with U.S. midterm candidates, according to a source with knowledge of the notices.
Detroit tourism bureau halts advertising in Canada amid trade war, hopes Canadians won't 'hold grudge'
Detroit’s tourism bureau has completely stopped marketing to Canada, saying they understand that the “antagonistic” American actions have strained relations between the two countries.
Meta board placates Zuckerberg after threat to leave California if voters approve wealth tax measure
Meta Platforms has struck a deal with Mark Zuckerberg, Reuters has reported, in a move spurred by a California ballot measure, part of the Nov. 3 midterm elections, that has sparked heated debate and hundreds of millions in campaign spending.
Heated Rivalry hitting theatres this November
Buckle up Heated Rivalry fans, we're heading back to the cottage — though this time, the date is actually at a movie theatre.
Accused Tumbler Ridge co-conspirator enters not guilty plea in U.S. court
James Cody Bryant entered a not guilty plea in a Seattle courtroom Thursday, for the charge of conspiracy to murder persons in a foreign country.
Top court will hear appeal on ruling that found feds violated Charter during convoy protest
The Supreme Court of Canada will hear an appeal of a 2024 Federal Court ruling that found the government of former prime minister Justin Trudeau infringed the Charter rights of convoy participants when it invoked the Emergencies Act in 2022.
Rogers to charge new fee for bills paid by credit card, says practice is 'increasingly common'
Rogers Communications says a new 1.6 per cent "credit card processing charge" will apply starting Jan. 17.
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Toronto Star
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Globe and Mail
New York to ban horse-drawn carriages as drivers fear for their future
New York City Council passes bill to ban carriage rides by June, 2028 after death of teenage tourist last spring
Canadian diplomats told not to meet with U.S. midterm candidates
Memo sent to members of the foreign service comes as the Trump administration accuses Canadian politicians of interfering in American elections
Orchestra provides a selection of protest songs for French demonstrations
Orchestre du Nouveau Monde was playing in central Paris last Saturday, until the tear gas
What is PHP? The AI-detected bug prompting a global security scramble
PHP is a widely used general-purpose scripting language that is geared toward web development, and it powers the vast majority of websites across the world
Scientists trace van Gogh’s The Starry Night to an actual night sky from 1889
Findings indicate that rather than being a product of his imagination, the painting may have been inspired by what he saw as he gazed heavenward 137 years ago
Trump ordered to appear for deposition in defamation lawsuit against BBC
Federal judge says Trump must sit for deposition by Dec. 11, or face sanctions up to dismissal of his lawsuit
Wiggle, wobble, snuffle, squeak: Tune in for a livestream of puppies all day long
Audience can watch the puppies grow day by day and track their milestones
‘Looksmaxxing’ influencer known as Clavicular pleads not guilty to rape charge
Braden Peters is accused of giving a 17-year-old girl alcohol until she was drunk and then sexually assaulting her when she visited him
Canada, Turkey announce strategic partnership to deepen energy, defence and trade ties
Ankara is the latest stop in Carney’s drive to reduce reliance on the increasingly protectionist and unpredictable U.S. under Trump
Need a smile? This livestream features six puppies all day long
Six newborn puppies in Finland are captivating viewers worldwide through 'Pentulive,' a 24-hour livestream operated by the country’s national public broadcaster, Yle. The livestream follows the puppies’ development from birth until they leave for their permanent homes.
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Global News
2nd female lawmaker in Australia targeted days after alleged vehicle attack
Western Australia Police said it was alleged that the man made 'verbal threats while in possession of an improvised martial arts weapon (nunchucks).'
AI stocks weigh on markets Thursday as oil rises to highest price since May
Drops for stocks in the artificial-intelligence industry are dragging markets down worldwide on Thursday, while oil prices hit their highest levels since May amid the Iran war.
‘No indication’ of Canadian data compromised by global PHP issue: officials
The Canadian government’s chief information officer says there’s no sign a massive global website coding vulnerability has led to federal information being compromised.
Meta’s AI strategy focused on Muse growth as legal challenges dent earnings
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg said that more than 10 million people in the US and Canada have set up Muse accounts in a month and a half and growth remained strong.
Iran says 7 oil tankers attacked in the Strait of Hormuz as conflict flares
Iranian state television reported the claims about the latest attacks on ships, which the Associated Press couldn't independently confirm.
Pope Leo needs no further treatment for lung cancer: Vatican
Pope Leo, 71, had the lower lobe of his right lung removed last week in the first major health event of his 17-month pontificate, which confirmed he had lung cancer.
U.S. orders some diplomats out of Saudi Arabia amid Houthi attacks
The U.S. embassy in Riyadh issued a security alert on Wednesday about possible further attacks by the Houthis on Saudi Arabia
Australian lawmaker loses both legs after alleged vehicle attack
Victoria Police allege that the incident was targeted, after a white Toyota Landcruiser struck Helen Haines outside her office on Monday.
Putin to resume three-way talks with Ukraine, Washington: Kremlin
The Russian leader has agreed “in principle” to resume the talks after Nov. 10, Putin’s foreign affairs adviser Yuri Ushakov told reporters.
Carney to make Turkey trip for 1st bilateral visit aimed at deepening ties
Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand and Natural Resources Minister Tim Hodgson will join Prime Minister Mark Carney on the planned trip.
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New York Times
Key Trump Health Adviser Resigns Ahead of Midterm Elections
Calley Means, who helped unite Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and President Trump, pushed food reforms but grew frustrated with stalled progress on the MAHA agenda.
Trump Is Still Chasing His Yalta. Here’s What He Doesn’t Get.
Mr. Trump has been searching for his Yalta in the war in Ukraine ever since he returned to the Oval Office.
New York City Council Set to Ban
A passenger’s death in June became the impetus for the City Council to ban the practice, but the bill will likely face a court challenge before being implemented in 2028.
Impeachment. It’s Not Just for Presidents.
Trump’s grotesque rerun of the Gilded Age demands a rebuke.
Justice Dept. Opens Inquiry Into Corey Lewandowski
The details of the inquiry remain unclear, but it is one of the rare instances in which a Trump ally or appointee has been investigated for potential wrongdoing during the president’s second term.
Chris Pappas Could Make History in New Hampshire’s Senate Race
Chris Pappas, the Democratic nominee in New Hampshire, would make history if he won. On the campaign trail, he doesn’t dwell on it.
Tom Skerritt, Who Had Key Roles in ‘Picket Fences’ and ‘Top Gun,’ Dies at 93
His rugged good looks, commanding presence and versatility led to key roles in “M*A*S*H” and “Steel Magnolias,” and he won an Emmy on “Picket Fences.”
Unsealed O.J. Simpson Records Prompt a Request for a New Investigation
Tanya Brown said she believed someone helped O.J. Simpson get rid of the murder weapon. One of Mr. Simpson’s former lawyers called for a special prosecutor.
How a Legal Backlash Against Big Tech Is Forcing Big Changes
A series of lawsuits has created a new de facto regulatory regime as courts order companies like Meta and Google to change their business practices — and pay up.
Mortgage Rates Remain Above 7%, Pushing Home Prices Lower in Some Areas
The 30-year, fixed-rate mortgage dropped slightly to 7.32 percent as prospective home buyers continue to struggle with affordability. But home prices are starting to drop in some areas.
CNBC
Trump asked Musk to lift Starlink slowdown, WSJ reports
Elon Musk, a critic of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, had ordered the slowdown of SpaceX's Starlink, The Wall Street Journal previously reported.
Meta’s deal to keep Zuckerberg in California adds fuel to wealth tax debate ahead of election
With less than two weeks before the midterm elections, Meta made clear that Mark Zuckerberg is staying in California if the wealth tax passes.
OpenAI nears up to $30 billion funding round at $1.25 trillion valuation led by UAE investors
OpenAI is close to finalizing a new funding round that is meant to be a bridge to its 2027 IPO, sources familiar with the matter tell CNBC.
CoreWeave’s market confidence erodes as bond yields spike and stock sinks
CoreWeave shares are down 36% in October, and the spreads in its credit default swaps are widening.
Meta stock sinks nearly 7% as AI spend pushes free cash flow negative
Prices for the social media giant's five-year credit default swaps are reaching all-time highs as investors signal growing credit concerns.
Elon Musk invests about $1 billion in Skydance
David Ellison's father, billionaire and Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison, has a history with Musk.
Brent crude tops $113, highest level since May, after Trump hints at action on Iran
The Middle East conflict could flare up again as the U.S. reportedly plans to resume strikes against Iran.
SpaceX and Tesla have high election stakes as Elon Musk pours $366 million into campaigns
Musk’s biggest political bet is on the Senate, where control could shape future investigations, federal spending and regulations affecting SpaceX and Tesla.
Musk's clash with Ukraine accelerates demand for Starlink alternatives. Few exist
Governments or companies looking for an alternative to SpaceX's Starlink are faced with few options, as Amazon, Eutelsat and others are far behind.
Pepsi renews contract with Taco Bell days after KFC switches to Coke in the U.S.
Taco Bell is sticking with longtime beverage supplier PepsiCo, even though sister chain KFC defected to Coca-Cola.
BBC
US actor Tom Skerritt, who starred in Picket Fences, Mash and Alien, dies aged 93
The actor died on Wednesday of natural causes, his family said.
See the Pokémon cards that made a retired decorator a millionaire
A man from Surrey is now a millionaire after selling a collection of Pokémon cards at auction.
Trump says NBA star LeBron James disrespected US anthem and demands apology
The basketball star recently appeared to be practising a golf swing and basketball shots while the national anthem was performed.
Woman charged after police officer injured in shooting
The officer was injured after approaching two people at a bus stop in Nottingham city centre.
Lockerbie bombing accused loses bid to have case thrown out
Abu Agila Mas'ud al-Marimi had claimed he was victim of an illegal rendition when he was transferred into US custody.
Bruno Fernandes has home burgled while in Italy with Man Utd
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes had his home burgled on Wednesday while he was in Italy for his club's Champions League game against Como.
Fahnbulleh says she backs home secretary on migration after comments to journalists
Energy secretary says she "didn't get it right" over comments she made about a TV interview.
Brook underlines status as world's best all-format batter in remarkable defeat
Once the disappointment of defeat dissipates, Harry Brook can reflect on another starring role with the bat which underlines his status as the world's best all-format batter, says Stephan Shemilt.
Watch: Ukraine hit by strikes after Russia agrees to new peace talks
The three waves of Russian missiles were launched at hours after Russia said it was "ready in principle" to resume peace talks with the US and Ukraine.
Prepare for supply chain disruption from cyber or climate emergencies, Streeting warns public
The defence secretary says the UK needs to be ready for scenarios including impact to essential supply chains.
The Independent
Nostalgic bumper stickers show how Americans voiced their views before social media
They were also a rare benefit to being stuck in traffic, either as entertainment or another way to annoy the driver behind you
Trump blocked me from the press pool today — but he can’t silence me
White House correspondent Andrew Feinberg explains why he won’t be covering Donald Trump’s Sioux City rally tonight — after the president attacked him in a very personal way and then had him disinvited from Air Force One — and why Team Trump’s efforts to bully him won’t stop his reporting
Storm Austen live: ‘Danger to life’ warning to come into effect tonight with 80mph winds to batter UK
Some areas may suffer flooding following heavy rain before Storm Boelo hits Scotland and Northern Ireland
Good Samaritan gets $1K reward for hopping on rolling school bus to save 18 kids
’At the end of the day, youth are the most innocent humans on Earth, so anything you can do to save them, help them, it’s worth it,’ the Good Samaritan said
mRNA cancer vaccine slashes melanoma death or recurrence risk by 42%
Moderna CEO Stephane Bancel said the findings open a new chapter in cancer treatment
Conservation easement and migration route designation safeguard a ‘Path of the Pronghorn’ bottleneck
The Sublette Pronghorn Herd's migration route in Wyoming has gained significant protection from development
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Ukraine-Russia war latest: Putin believes his goals are within reach, Zelensky warns allies
Ukrainian leader said that Putin was ‘taking advantage’ of a slowdown in support from partners
Woman, 27, charged after police officer shot in Nottingham
Aisha Zaman has been charged with possession of a prohibited firearm and possession of that firearm with intent to commit an indictable offence
Washington man killed by train after his wheelchair got stuck crossing the tracks
An earlier report that a witness was also struck by the train was inaccurate, police said
