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CBC.ca
Canada Post stopping parcel delivery to some EU countries because of new duty
Canada Post says it is suspending service to some European Union countries over new customs rules for low-value shipments, saying it's not accepting parcels destined for a dozen countries until further notice.
Interpol names suspect in Monaco bombing that reportedly wounded Russia-linked tycoon
Interpol on Friday identified a 39-year-old woman from Ukraine as the main suspect in a bombing in Monaco that is thought to have targeted a Ukrainian tycoon with links to Russia.
Canada’s massive military buildup: Part 2
In part two of our documentary on Mark Carney’s defence strategy: what could happen when the world comes knocking on the Canadian defence industry’s door?
Farmer feels lucky to be alive after semi rear-ended his tractor at high speed
Craig Waddell's family has been farming on Mitch Owens Road for six generations, but they say truck traffic and dangerous driving now has them facing close calls almost daily.
Gaza has become frozen in 'humanitarian purgatory' — and it could get worse
Nine months after Hamas and Israel agreed to a hard-fought ceasefire in Gaza, the term has become a cruel irony for the two million Palestinians trapped inside the territory.
'Our families were so scared': Indian sea captain fears for other seafarers still stuck in Persian Gulf
An Indian sea captain who was stuck on an oil tanker in the Persian Gulf for more than two months as the U.S. and Israel-Iran war raged says thousands of mariners are still at risk and don’t get the recognition they deserve.
Croatia World Cup fans photobomb wedding shoot | The Moment
Newlyweds Ashton and Zach Smith tell The National about the moment excited Croatia World Cup fans in Philadelphia photobombed their wedding shoot.
Fatal crash on Fernie, B.C., mountain bike trail shocks riding community
Elk Valley RCMP say a man died after a mountain biking crash on Trail Dogs in Fernie, B.C. Police say there is no indication of criminality, and the B.C. Coroners Service is investigating.
Dauphin, Man., left with 'very limited' health services as water recedes, flood cleanup begins
Dauphin is in a cleanup phase after heavy downpours flooded basements and led to the evacuation of the western Manitoba city's hospital.
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Toronto Star
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce star in America's royal wedding. Everything to know about today's big event
All the details of the celebrity-filled wedding weekend at Madison Square Garden. And what's the Prince William connection?
Cristiano Ronaldo greets thousands of fans outside Toronto hotel after Portugal win at World Cup: 'Thank you'
Cristiano Ronaldo and Team Portugal waved to fans from the balcony of their hotel hours after winning their knockout stage match.
Orange heat warning continues in Toronto as humidex value soars to 40s
The heat warning issued in the city for the better part of this week will wrap on on the weekend.
Toronto condo prices fell 9 per cent year over year in June as home sales picked up
The Toronto region's overall average home price was flat from May, with prices rising slightly for some home types, according to TRREB.
Where do the Raptors rank in the new-look East? Our breakdown after NBA blockbuster trades
All-stars traded. Future Hall of Famers on the move. Top teams re-tooling for championship chase. Where does Toronto fit after landing Kawhi?
Not our job to ensure border patrol helicopter could fly in Canada, RCMP says
The RCMP says it wasn't its job to ensure its newest border patrol helicopter was allowed to fly in Canada, even as it defends paying for the Black Hawk it can't use after it was grounded because of concerns from…
I had cancer twice before I turning 35. This is what now worries me about the direction of Canadian health care
Privatized health care cannot account for the unpredictability of health.
The little things that refugees need when they're fleeing war that 'nobody thinks about'
Researchers examined the challenges in securing things such as a birth certificate and medical records.
Raptors superstar Kawhi Leonard has a court dedicated to him in Scarborough. The players there are delighted by his return
NBA superstar dropped by the Toronto facility in January for a youth skills clinic and a ceremony to unveil a new basketball court dedicated to him.
Inside Toronto's thriving Black-led party scene celebrating Caribbean and African sounds and culture
From R&B slow jams to the infectious rhythms of Afrobeats, the sounds of these 8 events represent what makes Toronto so special.
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Globe and Mail
Iran prepares for dayslong funeral for late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
Millions of people expected to flood the streets of Tehran beginning Saturday
U.S. Olympian indicted over alleged Reflecting Pool vandalism
Former U.S. Olympic canoeist David Hearn has been indicted on a charge of felony destruction of property for allegedly vandalizing the newly renovated Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, court records showed on Thursday.
Fans watch as Portugal rallies to beat Croatia 2-1 and advance to World Cup round of 16
Portuguese and Croatian fans gathered on Thursday night to watch their national teams play in a pulsating, nerve-shredding World Cup match for the ages.
Suspect named in Monaco bombing that reportedly targeted Russia-linked Ukrainian tycoon
Anastasiia Berezovska, who remains at large, is sought by authorities for charges including attempted murder
Pilot who crashed plane into Beijing skyscraper suffered from mental health problems, authorities say
The pilot died in the June 26 crash, while 13 people were injured
At least 3,700 excess deaths reported during heat wave in France, Belgium and Netherlands
Heat wave that lasted from June 20-28 was the worst ever recorded in Europe
On its 250th birthday, the United States has turned heel
Lessons on America from the world of professional wrestling
Madison Square Garden gears up for reported wedding between Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce
City permit obtained by The Associated Press shows Friday’s event is scheduled to start at 5 p.m.
Canada is as much a product of the American Revolution as America is
American visionaries, money and ideas have shaped Canada over centuries, whether we like it or not
Rescuers search for survivors as Kyiv mourns at least 30 killed in Russian attack
Day of mourning Friday after deadliest Russian strike on Ukrainian capital this year
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Global News
Meet Neil, the 1-ton seal going viral for destroying cars in Australia
In June, the bellowing and blubbery 5-year-old mammal hauled himself onto land for his twice-yearly tour of beachside towns in southern Tasmania state.
Deaths in France spiked 29% amid record heat wave, health agency says
Deaths surged by nearly a third in France during the hottest week of a record heat wave last month, the country’s public health authority said Friday.
Iran prepares for dayslong funeral of late Supreme Leader killed in war
The country's theocracy plans to see millions flood the streets of the capital beginning Saturday in scenes reminiscent to the burial of the late Supreme Leader.
Carney signs strategic pact with Philippines during Marcos visit to Canada
Prime Minister Mark Carney welcomed Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to Vancouver, in the first visit of the country's head of state to Canada in more than a decade.
B.C. man trapped in Venezuela after earthquakes now providing aid to others
Arnaldo Dos Santos had been visiting Venezuela on business when the back-to-back earthquakes struck on June 24. He is now stuck in the country.
FIFA says ‘abusive’ World Cup social media posts 13 times higher than 2022
FIFA says abusive social media posts are 13 times higher during the group stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup compared to the 2022 tournament.
Venezuelan man pulled alive from basement rubble 8 days after twin quakes
Rescuers initially made contact with Hernán Alberto Gil Flores over the weekend and began a days-long operation to pull him from the ruins.
11-year-old boy driving a truck crashes into Buddhist monks, killing 9
The victims were among a group of 35 Buddhist monks and five followers who were on their way from a temple in Mukdahan, about 600 km northeast of the capital Bangkok, to another.
Canada’s UN ambassador says Carney’s Davos speech is being implemented
Carney attracted global attention this January with a speech to the World Economic Forum in Davos urging middle powers to band together to advance their interests.
Carney’s Davos speech being put in practice at UN, ambassador says
Carney attracted global attention this January with a speech to the World Economic Forum in Davos urging middle powers to band together to advance their interests.
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New York Times
The Perishable, Never-Ending Genius of Lionel Messi
How are his legions of fans savoring what could be the last World Cup of their idol? I dove into a sea of screaming Messis to find out.
Four Reasons Crimea Has Become Crucial in the Ukraine War
Escalating drone strikes, fuel shortages and power cuts in the region Russia annexed are among the factors turning up the heat on President Vladimir V. Putin.
It’s Day 1 of the Supreme Leader’s Funeral, and Allies Descend on Iran
Foreign dignitaries from China, Russia, Pakistan and elsewhere are set to pay respects to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Friday as days of ceremonies get underway.
How Public Pools Create Summer Communities in New York
Dry Dock Pool in Lower Manhattan is one of New York City’s 51 free outdoor pools where more than one million New Yorkers cool off with swimming, sunblock and community.
Happy 250th, America
A special newsletter to mark the semiquincentennial.
Long Lines for Gas Shatter the Illusion of Normalcy in Wartime Russia
“Are we in the Soviet Union now?” asked one Russian, stunned and frustrated by the waits at the pumps.
Without Climate Change, U.S. Heat Wave Called ‘Virtually Impossible’
Scientists have said the conditions are the result of a climate that is “fundamentally different” from the time before fossil fuel use started rapidly warming the world.
This Pathetic Groveling Is No Way to Rebuild a Party
The Democrats’ constant solicitations for cash do not make their supporters feel like they are on a winning team.
The America That’s Still Possible
On America’s 250th anniversary, Bryan Stevenson, a civil rights lawyer and the founder of the Equal Justice Initiative, looks toward the work that is ahead for the country.
Why One Global Shipping Choke Point Isn’t a Blueprint for Another
The Strait of Malacca may be a model for how Oman and Iran could collect fees in the Strait of Hormuz, but the differences between the waterways are vast.
CNBC
The Tech Download: Amazon’s devices chief Panos Panay on tech giant's AI gadget push
CNBC's Arjun Kharpal sits down Amazon's Panay on the latest episode of The Tech Download podcast.
AI is outpacing the rules, Europe’s top bankers and regulators warn
Europe's top bankers and financial regulators are grappling with how to better regulate AI risks.
Trump’s Freedom 250 draws corporate sponsors with business before his administration
Companies with federal interests — including Boeing, Lockheed Martin and Oracle — are sponsoring a Trump-aligned effort celebrating America’s 250th birthday.
Christine Lagarde leaves door open to early ECB exit, as she mulls French politics
The European Central Bank's Christine Lagarde has declined to rule out an early end to her term as president, as she mulls a foray into French politics.
Gold prices set for first weekly rise in a month as investors scale back Fed rate hike bets
The metal was boosted as investors scaled back their bets on a looming rate hike.
Kuaishou shares jump after Tencent joins $2.8 billion raise for Kling AI subsidiary
Kuaishou shares rose as much as 6.89% at Friday's Hong Kong market open before paring gains to trade around 0.75% higher.
Extreme heat wave threatens U.S. power grids and July 4 travel
The heat wave threatens to overwhelm U.S. grids and may force some to change their plans on one of the busiest travel weeks of the year.
Oman walks a diplomatic tightrope over Strait of Hormuz fees, creating a ‘blind spot’ for markets
Oman is using strategic ambiguity as talks over possible Strait of Hormuz fees raise legal, diplomatic and oil market concerns.
Safe havens aren't behaving like they used to. Here's what's changed
Traditional safe-haven assets — U.S. Treasurys, the Japanese yen and gold — have struggled to provide protection during this year’s market volatility.
CNBC Daily Open: Trump on 'nothing illegal,' family matters and foregoing the Presidential salary
In an exclusive interview with CNBC's Joe Kernen, President Donald Trump covers a wide range of topics on his agenda.
Washington Post
Iran begins funeral rites for Ali Khamenei, supreme leader killed in war
For the surviving Iranian regime, the funeral offers an opportunity to project power after withstanding months of war with Israel and the United States.
Kyiv’s most-bombed neighborhood just won’t quit
After four years of war, life in Lukianivka, the most frequently hit part of the Ukrainian capital, is a mix of adaptability and endurance, defiance and denial, resignation and resilience.
Vatican excommunicates bishops of breakaway traditionalist sect
The sect, the Society of St. Pius X, defied a direct plea from Pope Leo XIV and sought to consecrate four bishops without the Vatican's approval.
Russia rocks Ukrainian capital with massive assault, killing at least 25
Dozens were injured overnight in Kyiv during an attack that caused fires and explosions throughout the city.
Trump-backed truce in Lebanon, key to Iran peace deal, risks new civil war
To reach a more durable peace agreement with Iran and open the Strait of Hormuz, Trump needs Israel to uphold the terms of a deal with Lebanon that Hezbollah says it will block by "any means necessary."
BBC
Police criticise timing of decision on pubs staying open for England match
The "late announcement" extending opening hours to 05:00 on Monday means taking officers away from other duties, the National Police Chiefs' Council says.
Three men found not guilty of Lyra McKee murder
The 29-year-old was shot while observing rioting in Londonderry in April 2019.
Dangerous heatwave scorches US as Fourth of July holiday kicks off
Millions are enduring dangerous heat and humidity, with temperatures expected to stay at 38C (100F) for several days.
Curran wants chance to replace Stokes in Test team
Sam Curran wants the opportunity to fill the vacancy left by Ben Stokes, but says he will not be putting pressure on himself to make a return to Test cricket.
'Everyone loved Diogo' - Jota remembered one year on
On the first anniversary of Diogo Jota's death, Caoimhin Kelleher, Arne Slot, Nuno Espirito Santo, Conor Coady and Paulo Goncalves share their memories of the former Liverpool and Wolves forward.
'Start work at 11' - but will other bosses be as flexible over England's 1am match?
Employers are being urged to use their "common sense" to allow staff to work flexibly where they can.
Ukrainian suspect hunted by police after Monaco bomb attack was 'disguised as a man'
Officials believe the suspect may not have acted alone and spent days casing out scene of the attack.
Mum of TikToker has murder sentence appeal rejected
Ansreen Bukhari was convicted of the murder of Saqib Hussain and Hashim Ijazuddin in February 2022.
Man jailed for shooting dead boy in park play area
Aderahman Boumzough was jailed for 35 years for murdering Rene Graham and also for attempted murder.
Burnham says there is some room for movement on tax
But the likely next PM says he will stick to Labour's pledges to not raise VAT, income tax or national insurance.
The Independent
Voices: ‘A flag that should unite everyone’: Readers divided over England displays
The debate over the England flag has exposed a clear divide – with some readers saying it has been ‘tainted’ or ‘weaponised’, while others insist it should be ‘taken back’ as a symbol of unity
How one small town in Texas is turning America’s 250th birthday into a weeklong party
The town’s annual rodeo draws up to 3,500 people a night — and boasts a 15-year waiting list just to secure a coveted box seat, Jasmine Fernández reports
Three men found not guilty of murdering journalist Lyra McKee in Northern Ireland
Ms McKee, 29, died after being hit by a bullet while observing disturbances in Derry in 2019
‘One positive thing in all the bad’: Venezuelan earthquake survivors reunite with missing pets at McDonald’s
The makeshift hospital was born one day after the back-to-back earthquakes
Hosepipe ban map: Where restrictions are in place ahead of another UK heatwave this weekend
Everyone should be ‘mindful of their water use’ amid the heatwave, an Environment Agency chief has said
Bus ploughs into front window of Notting Hill home
Two cars were also damaged in the crash, London Fire Brigade said
Turkish court jails comedian for routine ‘insulting Erdogan’
Deniz Goktas’ performance quickly went viral online
Burnham considers income tax break to help young people onto property ladder
Exclusive: PM-in-waiting wants to make ‘major offer’ with policy package to bridge generational wealth gap
NATO commander says Europe has backfilled most gaps from US cutbacks on military equipment
NATO’s top commander says European allies have mostly filled gaps left by the U.S. reducing its military contributions to the organization's crisis plans
Texas just made it mandatory for all public schools to teach the Bible. Your district could be next
The Lone Star State now requires that Bible stories be taught from kindergarten through to the final year of high school. It could have national implications, Alex Hannaford reports
