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The federal government will not accept any new applications this year from people who want to sponsor their parentsand grandparents to come to Canada as permanent residents. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada said the change is part of an effort to responsibly manage the system and reduce wait times.

CBC/Radio-Canada is expanding its global news operations, reopening bureaus in Jerusalem and Beijing, and establishing a joint presence in a handful of other locations around the world.

Actor Sam Neill died from pneumonia and will be honoured at a private family memorial at his New Zealand farm later, his agent told The Associated Press on Thursday.

U.S. President Donald Trump is set to address the nation on Thursday night on topics he said will include elections and voting machines, suggesting he is likely to revisit some of the unproven claims he has previously made about Republican losses, particularly his own in 2020.

For decades, ‘socialism’ was a dirty word in politics, but today it’s one of the fastest growing political identities. Today, we explore the resurgence of democratic socialism, the ideas behind it, and its long tradition in both the U.S. and Canada.

Two Manitoba women are calling for access to a safer supply of pharmaceutical-grade drugs, giving people who use substances an alternative to the illicit supply.

From a towering dinosaur in Drumheller, Alta., to a giant nickel coin in Sudbury, Ont., quirky landmarks have drawn visitors for decades. But as tourism changes and maintenance costs rise, some communities in Canada are questioning their future.

Clement Virgo's Steal Away reimagines America's past as a futuristic fairytale. Under the layers of metaphor and symbolism, the acclaimed Canadian director says the guiding question is: Is progress ever permanent?

This cheap and effective device, made of a fan and some air filters, can help clean the air in your home.

From food, to drinks to where you can watch soccer with the fandom, here's what they recommend.

The smoke blanketing much of the region is from hundreds of raging forest fires in northern Ontario.

WARSAW, Poland (AP) — Polish prosecutors have charged a Ukrainian man with sabotage and diversionary activities on behalf of Russian intelligence, alleging he was paid to desecrate memorials honoring Polish victims of Ukrainian massacres in World War II in an…

Readers tell us what this Team Canada's record World Cup run meant to them. Here's what they said:

Denise Tisor deceived 107 consumers, leading to over $265,000 in losses prior to the 2024 shows in Toronto.

City seeks damages, alleging breach of contract, negligence, fraudulent representation against the Microshelters firm that provided the cabins.

"Ministerial instructions" that make changes to programs shouldn't be unlimited, Federal Court says.

However, variable mortgage rates are still lower than fixed right now.

A teenage math prodigy. A 40-year-old keeper with a sea slug named after him. These are the names we likely won't forget.

From drones inspecting tracks and AI-powered sensors to a surprisingly simple tool: white paint, countries are turning to an array of fixes

Topics to include elections and voting machines, suggesting he is likely to revisit unproven claims he has previously made about Republican losses

A U.S.-based research group reported a surge in Israeli attacks to levels not seen since the latest truce took effect in October

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced on Wednesday mandatory annual testosterone screening for troops 30 years old or above, an initiative he said was aimed at combating testosterone deficiency that can undermine health.

While neither the federal nor provincial government has said the reason behind the decision, a court filing by three of the schools suggests it’s about online learning

During post-match celebrations, Argentine players held a banner handed over by fans in the stands, reading 'Las Malvinas son Argentinas' – 'The Malvinas are Argentine.' Argentina refers to the Falkland Islands as Islas Malvinas. The team could face disciplinary action from governing body FIFA for violating rules banning political messaging on the field.

Dozens of protesters gathered in central Kyiv on Thursday to denounce President Volodymyr Zelensky's decision to dismiss Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov after just six months in the post.

Boats left Myanmar’s western state of Rakhine in late June

In a podcast episode with Joe Rogan, Vance says it doesn’t bother him that countries, like Israel, try to influence American policy

Tehran retaliates with missile and drone strikes on U.S. allies in the region

The EU said it will support innovation and diversity in the field by enabling fair access to AI features on Android devices and search engines.

Seyed Salman Samani is one of dozens of high-ranking Iranian officials found living in Canada.

Sotheby's said the top bidder, who participated by phone, remains anonymous and outspent six other prospective buyers during a 10-minute battle.

A 28-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murder and terror crimes remains in custody on an extended detention warrant under the Terrorism Act.

U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday dropped the idea of charging a 20% fee on all cargo shipped through the Strait of Hormuz.

In a statement to Global News, Princess Cruises said it is 'deeply saddened to confirm the passing of a Princess crew member who has gone overboard from Regal Princess.'

Since the incident, Svetlana Grković says her husband has been in a state of shock and is recovering from serious injuries, noting that she is also suffering mentally.

Hundreds of economists say in an open letter that institutions “must act now” to address how artificial intelligence could transform the economy.

The death toll from a huge fire in a Bangkok music bar has increased to 30, officials said Tuesday, as the investigation continues.

The sugar was detected in the galactic centre region of the Milky Way where there is a dense concentration of gases and stars, about 26,700 light years from Earth.

Mykhailo Fedorov defended his efforts to modernize the Ukrainian armed forces as thousands of people protested his dismissal.

U.S. diesel prices first surpassed $5 a gallon in March. Renewed fighting in the Persian Gulf and reduced refinery capacity are pushing up prices again.

The new pills can lower cholesterol levels far below what can be achieved with statins, clinical trials have shown.

The Guadalupe River had surged to potentially catastrophic levels, forecasters warned on Thursday.

France and Germany want to quit relying on America and China for key technology like artificial intelligence, but they’re having to choose where to do it.

Mr. Fedorov became the youthful face of Ukraine’s successful drone warfare program. The move to replace him has prompted street protests.

President Trump, who promised to “end wars,” not start them, may have fallen into a familiar presidential trap.

Air quality in several cities reached hazardous levels on Thursday morning as smoke was expected to move across North America.

Can democratic socialism redeem the left without destroying capitalism?

To prevail in Michigan’s crucial Senate primary, Representative Haley Stevens will need to overcome Democratic voters’ skepticism of Israel. Pro-Israel groups are spending heavily to help her.

Oil prices resumed their climb on Thursday, as traders monitored mounting tensions between the United States and Iran.

The deal for AtaiBeckley gives Lilly access to experimental drugs based on DMT and MDMA.

Trump warned that the U.S. will target Iranian infrastructure next week if negotiations do not resume.

Fireworks once relied heavily on revenue from coding startup Cursor, but has diversified in the past year as more companies reach for lower-cost AI models.

Nvidia announces new AI model, Cosmos 3 Edge, and expansion of its physical AI ecosystems in Japan.

United reported higher revenue for premium, corporate and no-frills basic economy tickets and higher revenue for both domestic and international trips.

A separate U.S. probe into forced-labor enforcement could see an additional 12.5% duty on Brazilian goods on top of the 25%, with the decision due next week.

A major overhaul of Europe's banking rules could provide a boost to the continent's banking sector.

Ukrainian protesters took to the streets of Kyiv on Thursday, decrying Zelenskyy's surprise decision to dismiss Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.

Two Indian AI startups have become unicorns in a month, which has raised hopes that the country could shed its reputation as an AI laggard.

Dena Karari had been trapped in Iran since December 2024, her attorney said. Several other Americans are believed to still be in Iranian custody.

Mykhailo Fedorov's dismissal, part of a rebooting of the government announced Sunday, prompted protests in Kyiv.

Rhetoric sharpened on both sides after days of renewed attacks, with Iranian state media reporting strikes around Tehran.

A French attack that disabled a drug-smuggling boat in the Atlantic opened a new front, but European proposals stop short of the Trump administration’s more aggressive tactics.

The latest round of attacks comes amid continued threats by Trump to “knock out” Iran’s power plants and bridges unless Tehran returns to the negotiating table.

After pro-democracy protests roiled the city in 2019, Beijing cracked down on freedom of speech, and restrictions have continued to tighten.

Ambiguous language on who controls the Strait of Hormuz has pushed the United States and Iran back toward war.

The British ally of President Donald Trump wanted a vote of confidence. Instead, other parties dumped their campaigns, and a comedian stepped in.

As European markets fell and oil prices hit a one-month high, President Donald Trump declared on Truth Social that the strait “is open to ALL Ship traffic except for Iran.”

Graham had carried the reputation as the toughest Russia hawk in Washington since the 2018 death of his close friend and Senate ally John McCain.

The ex-head of Italy's motorway operator Giovanni Castellucci was handed a 12-year term over the 2018 bridge collapse.

Argentina could be disciplined by Fifa for the celebrations after the World Cup win over England.

Advisers are asking the government to consider introducing MenB jabs routinely for secondary school-aged people to better protect them.

The former England captain and his wife Victoria have been regular fixtures in footage from the matches.

Senior MI5 figures were criticised in the report by deputy investigatory powers commissioner Sir John Goldring.

Polish security services say the aim was to incite ethnic tensions between Poland and Ukraine.

Ukraine's president has not explained Mykhailo Fedorov's dismissal, which is causing great upset among civil society and the military.

BBC Sport explores a bond between two world-class footballers from different generations who appear bound by destiny

BBC Sport explores a bond between two world-class footballers from different generations who appear bound by destiny

President Macron said there would be no leniency for arsonists, as France - along with much of Europe - deals with a series of unusual heatwaves.

After deadly outbreak of disease in Kent, JCVI also advises giving two doses of jab to children over 11 who missed out as babies

US and Iran traded strikes for another night after the 60-day truce collapsed

U.S. strikes on two of the islands in recent days have renewed speculation about the fate of these small, rocky isles, whose ownership remains disputed

The monarch is among millions of Britons stung by the loss in Atlanta

The Office for National Statistics said gross domestic product rose by 0.1% in May, following a 0.1% contraction in April.

The builder-in-chief is providing taxpayers with a string of architectural facelifts they had no idea they even needed — or would be expected to pay for, writes Andrew Feinberg as he runs down Washington’s sudden public works boom

This was an absurd situation dressed up like a normal hearing, writes Holly Baxter. But some of the former Trump lawyer’s exchanges with senators were particularly eye-opening

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin insisted he and Trump were ‘on the same page’

Two of the eight men indicted on murder and terrorism conspiracy charges for their alleged roles in a thwarted drone and sniper attack on a UFC cage-fighting show at the White House have pleaded not guilty

The court heard he was motivated by ‘an extreme right-wing ideology’