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CBC.ca
Zelenskyy urges support for new U.S. sanctions on Russia hours after Trump paused them
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged supporters on Saturday to speak out in defence of new U.S. sanctions against Russia, hours after President Donald Trump signed an executive order pausing a sweeping package of restrictions targeting the Russian economy.
It's over: Canada ends England's 41-match unbeaten streak in women's rugby
England's unprecedented 41-game unbeaten run was broken by Canada 24-21 and witnessed by the biggest crowd in North American women’s rugby on Friday in Toronto.
Union decries 'jaw-dropping' increase in violence against Winnipeg School Division staff
The union representing educational support staff in Manitoba's largest school division is sounding the alarm over what its president describes as a shocking increase in violence against its workers.
Voters head to the polls in British Columbia's municipal elections
Voters are set to cast ballots in 162 municipalities and 27 regional districts.
From ‘killing the golden goose’ to better than ever: Has Alberta's relationship with Ottawa changed?
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith once said Ottawa "couldn't help" but be fixated on "punishing" the energy sector. Now, she says Canada is working better than it ever has. So what changed? And will it stick?
N.S. growers eye new apple export markets amid U.S. trade tensions
Nova Scotia's apple growers are finding international markets beyond the U.S., in a move to secure a better position amid trade tensions.
1 in 4 Ebola deaths are children in Democratic Republic of Congo's worst outbreak
The Democratic Republic of Congo is battling its deadliest outbreak of Ebola, caused by a rare strain with no approved treatment. With children losing parents, facing an estimated 60 per cent fatality rate and making up more than a quarter of deaths, experts say children are taking the brunt of the disease.
Can AI be regulated? Why experts say government intervention is needed — but could be tricky
As concerns mount over incidents of AI agents going rogue, the push from experts and stakeholders have been growing for government regulation of AI systems that are becoming increasingly capable. But some experts say the need for global cooperation and how quickly AI is advancing could make that difficult.
Waymo is coming to Toronto. Will its self-driving cars be winter-ready?
Snow-covered objects can become hard to detect, while cameras and sensors sometimes struggle in snowy conditions. Experts say they're not insurmountable — but they will take more training data and time for Waymo to adjust to.
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Toronto Star
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Globe and Mail
India’s ‘cockroach’ movement leader released after being detained
Abhijeet Dipke was trying to lead another protest calling for the resignation of the country’s election chief
Pope Leo leaves hospital four days after lung cancer surgery
It has not been disclosed the size of the tumour or whether the disease had spread
Zelensky urges support for new U.S. sanctions on Russia after Trump pauses them
White House decision has further raised fears that Ukraine could be left exposed to Moscow’s escalating assaults as winter approaches
Man in the middle: Iowa gubernatorial candidate Rob Sand is no fan of parties
The reluctant Democrat says America’s two-party system is inherently divisive and broken
French police fire tear gas in protests across country against rising prices, social strain
Demonstrations began last month at high schools in the northern suburbs around Paris, where anger over conditions morphed into a nationwide movement
In some U.S. states, Trump’s trade war has made Canada an election issue
Ahead of the midterm elections, some candidates say Donald Trump’s treatment of Canada is one reason voters should turn against him
Shooter who killed four at Oregon elementary school was a former student, police say
Police say the 16-year-old was tackled by a teacher before a father of two students followed him into the school and shot him
White House press secretary Zacharia let go five days after starting role
U.S. President Donald Trump had told her she should ‘reconsider’ her position
Israeli settlers torch olive trees, attack Washington Post journalist and Palestinians in West Bank
At least four Palestinians have been killed and more than 100 injured since harvest season began earlier this month
Anti-government protests spread in Albania as student-led campaign calls on leader to resign
Demonstrations turned into a riot in the capital on Thursday, with protesters smashing windows, raiding a bank and clashing with police
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Global News
Pope Leo will leave the hospital Saturday following lung cancer surgery, Vatican says
Pope Leo XIV is being released from the hospital on Saturday, four days after lung cancer surgery, and will deliver the traditional noon blessing on Sunday.
Zelenskyy urges support for new U.S. sanctions on Russia after Trump puts them on hold
The White House decision has further raised fears that Ukraine could be left exposed to Moscow’s escalating assaults with winter approaching.
Scuffles break out as protesters rally across France, joining students
Police used tear gas to push back people wearing hoods and masks and throwing fireworks at officers in the Place de la République, northeast of the Paris city center.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle make 1st joint appearance after U.K. return
The royal couple arrived at the Community Recording Studio in Nottingham, in central England, which offers music, performance and athletic programs to youth people.
Royal Caribbean cruise passenger rescued 20 hours after going overboard
A cargo ship that participated in the search located the 44-year-old woman and she found conscious while floating inside a lifebuoy, according to the Hellenic Coast Guard.
Anti-government protests sparked by Kushner-linked project swell in Albania
Youths protesting Albania's long-serving Socialist government hurled rocks at a police cordon outside the Education Ministry. Riot police responded with tear gas and water cannons.
AI stocks are taking a beating amid inflation, interest rate worries
A sell-off for artificial-intelligence stocks is hitting Wall Street again after whipping around the world on worries about how much longer the AI frenzy will last.
2 ships ablaze off Romanian Black Sea coast, search on for missing sailors
Romanian President Nicusor Dan said the two ships had been struck by drones in the Black Sea but declined to say whether they were Russian.
Houthis strike Saudi oil company Aramco’s headquarters, officials say
The officials said the top three floors in a building used by top executives were damaged. One official said the office of the Aramco chief executive was among those hit.
Search for dog still missing in Yellowstone pressured as winter approaches
A small dog that's been on the loose in Yellowstone National Park for a month has been spotted crossing intersections, strolling through employee housing and entering lodges.
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New York Times
The Reporter Who Exposed Elizabeth Holmes on Nathan Fielder’s Documentary
Ms. Holmes handed the makers of “You Can See Everything” — and the rest of the world — a microscope with which to observe and dissect her lies.
School Shooting in Bend, Ore., Has Heroes and Pain, But Few Answers
The city of Bend, Ore., is praising those who worked to stop the gunman at Silver Rail Elementary School. The authorities are searching for answers.
Firefighters Race to Control California Wildfires as Winds Threaten to Spark More
The Norte fire in Orange County grew quickly on Friday afternoon. Officials ordered thousands of residents to evacuate.
Pope Leo Leaves Hospital, Days After Lung Cancer Surgery
Leo XIV had been treated for lung cancer at Gemelli Hospital in Rome.
Trump Revives 2020 Election Conspiracy Theories as Midterms Loom
Voting rights advocates fear the Trump administration may use the federal government to cast doubt on the election, discourage participation or try to delegitimize results.
50 Years In, What’s the Point of U2? Bono and the Edge Have Answers.
The longtime friends and creative partners on what U2 still means — and what would make them call it quits.
How Pennsylvania Explains the Forces Shaping the Midterms
Four battleground congressional districts in the state reveal fault lines that are echoing nationwide.
Trump’s Bubble Is About to Burst
The president’s crazy actions have Democrats on the cusp of victory — and they’ll be coming for him.
Why I Canceled Russian Culture for Myself
A Russified education did not forbid access to my own culture, it just quietly weakened my instinct to reach for it.
Paper Towns
We’re all temporary citizens of makeshift communities created by happenstance.
CNBC
Software’s new consolidator gets big vote of confidence from Berkshire
Less than four months into life as a public company, Bending Spoons got a big vote of confidence this week from Berkshire Hathaway.
Investors are buying up vast tracts of timberland across U.S. in one of market's longest-term bets
Timberland managers buying for pension funds and other institutional investors can wait decades for returns, but the market can also be a profit trap.
Trump waives broad new Russia sanctions and tariffs under Graham Act, citing national interest
Trump signed the Graham Bill, which targeted Russia over its invasion of Ukraine, into law in September.
Trump's Russia diesel deal may offer Putin more than money — and spell trouble for Ukraine
Trump's diesel deal may do little for Russia's finances, but it raises bigger questions about Ukraine's leverage, U.S. support and Putin's next moves.
Some companies give AI to everyone. This CEO is doing the opposite
Paysend CEO Ben Chisell limits AI tools to top performers as other U.K. companies push broader workplace rollouts.
Apple’s $1,999 iPhone Duo puts the company's status-symbol power to the test
Apple’s $1,999 iPhone Duo is drawing early demand as analysts assess whether the foldable can lift iPhone pricing and revenue.
5 midterm money takeaways: Democrats have candidate cash. Republicans have Elon Musk
Democrats outraise Republicans in key Congress races as Elon Musk funds Ken Paxton in Texas and GOP groups aligned with Trump.
Trump says White House didn't order Starlink restrictions in Ukraine
Ukrainian officials complained this week that SpaceX had limited internet connectivity without advance notice.
Here's who Netflix just brought in to run content — and what it means for the streamer
Peter Rice brings a wealth of experience in TV and film, including scripted and unscripted shows, live sports, prestige television and theatrical distribution.
Why Trump and the GOP's billion-dollar midterm blitz isn’t working
Trump-aligned groups and Elon Musk have poured hundreds of millions into the midterm election, but the GOP spending surge has barely moved polls or the map.
BBC
Scotland 'not like Manchester', Swinney says in dig at PM Burnham
The first minister also used his SNP conference speech to announce plans for Scotland's bus network to be brought under public control.
McDermott seeks fix as England fight to save their World Cup
Brian McDermott says he can fix the errors that led to England's Rugby League World Cup defeat by Tonga - but is it already too late?
Pope discharged from hospital days after lung cancer surgery
The pontiff will give the traditional Angelus prayer and blessing in St Peter's Square on Sunday.
More NHS staff sacked over attacks victims' records
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust says a new system will be brought in to protect records.
Violent clashes between police and protesters in Albania
Police in Albania's capital Tirana have fired tear gas and water cannons onto crowds gathered outside the Ministry of Education where students are among those protesting.
UK must protect against Russian 'hybrid attacks', ex-national security adviser says
Lord Ricketts says more should be spent on improving the resilience of energy, transport, air traffic control and defence sites.
Watch: 'Mood has really shifted' as Paris protesters clash with police
The BBC is on the ground at the Place de la République, where protesters and police clash after weeks of students demonstrations.
Boy, 16, and 80-year-old man die in light aircraft crash near Loch Lomond
Emergency services were called at about 16:45 on Friday, and pronounced both dead at the scene.
Harry Styles debuts new track in memory of Liam Payne
The pop star performed the song on the second anniversary of Liam Payne's death.
Trump waives several Russia sanctions as row with Zelensky intensifies
The US president temporarily ends many restrictions on Moscow recently passed by Congress over "national security" concerns.
The Independent
Tens of thousands protest across France over rising prices – with more than 270 arrests
Violent clashes are ongoing between police and protesters over high prices and weak public spending
Trapped civilians in Russian-occupied city in Ukraine face starvation or ‘road of death’
Moscow's forces seized the city on the very first day of their full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022
Teen gunman in Oregon mass shooting killed three students and one teacher on school picture day as police investigate motive
Three children, ages 5, 8 and 11, and one teacher were killed in the shooting
Reform councillor resigns after being filmed making racist remarks
Alan Feeney recorded by an undercover journalist calling Asian homeowners ‘parasites’
Israel’s attacks on Palestinian UN agency are ‘unprecedented’, says outgoing chief
Philippe Lazzarini says Israel’s long-term aim is to erase Palestinian refugee status, warning abolishing UNWRA without an alternative would leave a worrying vacuum
Accountant must pay £80k for 'obscene' email about former boss's wife
Edward Franklin erupted in a series of messages, calling his former boss ‘pathetic’ and ‘a loser’
Susie Wiles had a hand in setting up Katie Zacharia’s car crash Fox interview: report
Zacharia’s contentious interview with Trump-pal Sean Hannity was described as a ‘sanctioned hit’ by one insider
Two charged after family killed in Waterford arson attack
Philip and Kim English and their sons Callum, 12, and Jayden, nine, died in the attack on their home
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Trump orders last-minute stay on Russian sanctions and refuses to blame Putin for war
Trump had himself approved the sanctions law only last month. The bipartisan bill was designed to quickly hit Russia's financial resources for its war on Ukraine
British under-30s set to work in EU again as UK pushes for Brexit reset
Brussels is negotiating with member states ahead of the crucial UK-EU summit next month
