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CBC.ca

What airlines are supposed to do when uncontrollable circumstances lead to flight disruptions

Canadians preparing to catch a flight this month should familiarize themselves with the Air Passenger Protection Regulations (APPR), so they know what airlines should do if their flights be cancelled or delayed amid uncontrollable circumstances.

Canadians are drinking less, driving the biggest drop in alcohol sales in 20 years: StatsCan

Canadians are buying less alcohol, leading to the largest annual drop in beer, wine, spirits and cider sales in the 20 years Statistics Canada has been tracking the data, according to the agency's new report.

Canada's auto market is officially open to Chinese EVs, but you won't see cheaper models right away

The Canadian auto market officially opened to Chinese-made electric vehicles on March 1. But that doesn't mean you'll be able to drive a BYD or a Chery EV on Canadian streets anytime soon.

With Trump visit coming up, China hedges its bets on helping Iran

China’s latest blueprint for driving growth in its economy was largely written before the U.S. and Israel instigated the most far-reaching war in the Middle East in decades. But when the Chinese premier stood up in Beijing’s Great Hall of the People on Thursday to deliver the opening address, some last-minute updates appeared evident.

Do Carney and Poilievre have different visions for the Canada-U.S. relationship?

The clearest attempt at a line of demarcation during Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre's speech on Canada-United States relations was an apparent rejoinder to Prime Minister Mark Carney's insistence that a "rupture" has occurred.

U.S. says it worked with Ecuador to bomb alleged drug-trafficking operations site

The U.S. and Ecuador carried out a joint operation targeting drug trafficking operations in the ‌South American country, authorities in both countries said on Friday, with the U.S. calling the move "lethal kinetic operations."

Trump to end boycott of White House Correspondents' Dinner | About That

Andrew Chang explains why U.S. President Donald Trump decided to attend this year's White House Correspondents' Dinner for the first time as a president, after boycotting the annual event during his first term.Images provided by The Canadian Press, Reuters and Getty Images

Judge indicates Frank Stronach to be found not guilty on at least 3 charges, as trial continues

Frank Stronach will no longer face an attempted rape charge connected to one of the complainants in his sexual assault trial, court heard on Friday. Ontario Superior Court Justice Anne Molloy indicated she will be entering a not guilty verdict on that count, along with two other counts, meaning the Canadian businessman now faces nine charges instead of the original 12.

Daryl Hannah denounces portrayal in JFK Jr.-Carolyn Bessette series Love Story

Daryl Hannah has issued a scathing response to the new TV series about John F. Kennedy Jr. and wife Carolyn Bessette, denouncing the way she's been portrayed in the FX and Hulu show as false, damaging and misogynistic.
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Toronto Star

Flood watch for the GTA with mix of rain, thunderstorms and melting snow

Toronto is under a special weather statement for Friday into Saturday, with up to 25 millimetres of rain expected on top of melting snow.

Mother wanted in abduction of eight-year-old girl: Toronto police

Aviannah was last seen around 12:40 p.m. Friday near Spadina Avenue and Dundas Street West. Police say she was taken from her legal guardian.

Mark Carney says Canada could be asked to help a NATO ally in escalating Middle East conflict

Drawing a distinction between Gulf states and NATO members, the prime minister said no country in the alliance has yet been hit by an Iranian attack.

Pedestrian dead after being hit by falling pole in North York vehicle crash

Officers responded to reports of a two-vehicle crash in the area of Gerry Fitzgerald Drive and Steeles Ave West just before 6:45 p.m.

Carney calls for Mountbatten-Windsor's removal from line of succession

PM Carney said the actions that have caused Andrew to be stripped of his royal titles "necessitate" his removal from the line of succession.

Brad Treliving rates the Maple Leafs’ trade deadline performance, defends Craig Berube and hints at changes to come

Bobby McMann to Seattle and Scott Laughton to L.A. bring little in return, Oliver Ekman-Larsson stays.

Netflix and Meghan Markle’s As Ever brand of jams and flower sprinkles part ways

Reps for the duchess and the streamer say the split is amicable.

Durham health officials warn of measles exposure at Oshawa health clinic and hospital

A case has been confirmed in an unimmunized child and people may have been exposed at Ritson North Urgent Care and Lakeridge Health Oshawa.

Mining experts welcome Mark Carney's funding but caution success won't come easy

The mining industry’s biggest conference was full of optimists as the Carney government promised funding and streamlined approvals.

Daylight saving time is returning. Here's what you need to know about the 'spring forward' this weekend

The debate over daylight saving time in Ontario was re-ignited this week after B.C. announced it'll making the change for the last time this weekend.
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Globe and Mail

How the Iran war is affecting countries in the Middle East and wider world

Here’s a country-by-country breakdown of the impact of the war so far

Israel bombs Beirut as UN warns 100,000 people are displaced

Israel pursued a major expansion of the war in Lebanon, pounding the capital Beirut on Friday with 26 waves of attacks.

Explosions rock Iran, more attacks hit Israel as U.S. warns bombing will intensify

Gulf states report shooting down more Iranian missiles and drones; Trump rules out talks unless Tehran agrees to ‘unconditional surrender’

‘Shia Crescent’ grapples with fear and anger after Iran’s upheaval

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s death leaves a sectarian wound that some suspect will fester into new violence

Evidence suggests explosion at Iranian elementary school was likely from U.S. air strikes

Blast killed more than 165 people, most of them of children, according to Iranian state media

In Beirut, displaced people grapple with the latest wave of violence

The Globe's Mark MacKinnon describes how central Beirut has become a hub for refugees fleeing Israeli strikes, looking for transport away from southern parts of the city.The UN refugee agency said on Friday that nearly 100,000 people have been displaced within Lebanon and tens of thousands of Syrian refugees there have fled back over the border, calling the situation in the region a "major humanitarian emergency."Israel has issued large-scale evacuation orders for southern Lebanon and parts o...

When it comes to the Iran war, Trump has no clear goal or answers

The diverse war aims the U.S. President has set out amount to a multiple-choice proposition for opponents of his war effort

Paralympic opening ceremony in Verona to present message of unity amid world’s fractures

Event’s focus on diversity and inclusion must contend with some countries absent or boycotting and air-travel chaos caused by war in the Middle East

Pentagon designates Anthropic a supply chain risk

The Pentagon slapped a formal supply-chain risk designation on artificial intelligence lab Anthropic on Thursday, limiting use of a technology that a source said was being used for military operations in Iran.

Sri Lanka navy releases video showing rescue of Iranian sailors from warship off coast

Sri Lanka has released video showing its navy personnel rescuing Iranian sailors from a warship that was sunk by a torpedo from a U.S. submarine on Wednesday.
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Global News

Carney says former prince Andrew should be removed from line to throne

The comments were notable coming from the leader of a member of the Commonwealth, all 14 of which would need to approve a change to the line of succession.

As Iran chokes Strait of Hormuz, U.S. vows $20B for maritime reinsurance

The U.S. says it has stuck a new agreement to provide up to US$20 billion in reinsurance coverage to 'restore confidence in maritime trade' amid the Iran war.

Russia gave Iran information that can help strike US military: sources

The sources, who were not authorized to comment publicly, cautioned that the U.S. intelligence has not uncovered that Russia is directing Iran on what to do with the information.

U.S. ‘well on its way’ to controlling Iranian airspace, Leavitt says

Leavitt also said Washington was looking at potential candidates to lead Iran, a day after Trump said that the U.S. must be involved in choosing the next leader of Iran.

Ottawa reserves commercial flight seats for Canadians in ‘volatile’ Iran war

Canada has arranged a chartered flight departing from the UAE, which has the highest number of Canadians registered in the region, Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand said.

No deal with Iran except ‘unconditional surrender,’ Trump says

Trump posted to Truth Social that 'we, and many of our wonderful and very brave allies and partners, will work tirelessly to bring Iran back from the brink of destruction.'

Canada and Japan sign partnership deal on defence, energy, trade

Carney met with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Friday, citing where the two countries want to collaborate, from cyber policy to Arctic security and addressing climate change.

Canada’s military chief says allies to talk defending Gulf states from Iran

Carignan said a meeting is set for early Friday morning to discuss such a proposal among allied militaries and that a recommendation would be presented to the government.

Venezuela, U.S. agree to restore diplomatic ties after Maduro’s capture

The move comes after rounds of Trump administration officials have visited the South American nation after January's U.S. military operation.

‘Relieved’ Canadians return from Middle East amid Iran conflict

Canadians arriving in Toronto after leaving Dubai describe cancelled flights, missile interceptions and limited government help getting home.
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New York Times

At Least 4 Dead and 12 Injured as Tornadoes Slam Michigan

Tornadoes damaged buildings, cut power and injured more than a dozen people in the two states as severe weather swept across the central United States.

For Xi, Trump’s Embrace of War Proves China Needs More Power

China is learning lessons from the war in Iran. Chief among them, the United States may pose an even greater threat than Beijing thought.

Surfers in Munich (Yes, Munich) Just Want Their Wave Back

For decades, enthusiasts rode the cresting Eisbach creek in the southern German city, some 200 miles from the nearest coast. But the wave has vanished, prompting arguments about how to restore it.

Trump Calls On Private Companies to Take On a Bigger Role in Cyber

In his National Cybersecurity Strategy, President Trump sought an expanded role for private firms in cyberwarfare. He did not take on China or Russia in the document.

Vulnerable California Republican Darrell Issa Drops Re-election Bid

The decisions by Darrell Issa and Kevin Kiley, made newly vulnerable by redistricting, demonstrated the challenges Republicans face in a difficult midterm environment.

Russia Gets Silent Treatment in Paralympics Return

Russia’s flag was paraded at the opening ceremony of the Paralympics for the first time since 2014 prompting a boycott by several nations led by Ukraine.

Jesse Jackson Chicago Funeral: Obama, Biden, Clinton to Attend

The large-scale, public event in Chicago on Friday caps two weeks of memorials for Mr. Jackson, the civil rights leader, who died at 84.

I’ve Never Been a Patriot, but Spain Standing Up to Trump Has Made Me One

There are times when it is clear what it means to stand up for what is right.

Kristi Noem Survived Many Crises. Then She Crossed a Trump Red Line.

President Trump, who values loyalty, has at times tried to distance himself from his administration’s own actions when they become politically toxic.

Trump Demands ‘Unconditional Surrender’ by Iran, Shifting U.S. Objectives Again

President Trump laid out yet another, more ambitious goal of U.S. military action, one that could extend the war.

CNBC

Iran's president vows not to hit neighbors as U.S.-Israeli strikes continue

The U.S. says it has hit more than 3,000 Iranian targets in the first week of the war, as Iran's president vows to halt attacks on neighbors.

Palantir rallies 15% for the week as Iran war boosts prospects, muting Anthropic concern

Palantir's stock had its best week since August and outperformed all of its large-cap tech peers after the U.S. attacked Iran.

Amazon says Anthropic’s Claude still OK for AWS customers to use outside defense work

Amazon joined Microsoft and Google in continue to offer Anthropic's Claude AI technology to customers after the Pentagon deemed it a "supply chain risk."

Anthropic CEO says 'no choice' but to challenge Trump admin's supply chain risk designation in court

Anthropic said even with the designation, the government can't forbid it from working with companies in other capacities.

Trump tariffs: Customs and Border Protection tells judge it can't comply with refund order

CBP told Judge Richard Eaton that the technology upgrades it plans would save more than 4 million man-hours in processing refunds for Trump's tariffs.

Marvell stock surges 18% as CEO points to continuing AI demand: 'Do you see me blinking?'

Marvell shares surged on Friday after the company beat earnings expectations and issued strong guidance on continuing AI demand.

Oil surges 35% this week for biggest gain in futures trading history dating back to 1983

The oil market is worried that Gulf countries will have to shut production if tankers are unable to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.

Google joins Microsoft in telling users Anthropic is still available outside defense projects

Cloud vendors are letting customers know that Anthropic's popular AI tools can still be accessed after the Department of Defense blacklisted the company.

Trump admin announces $20 billion reinsurance program for oil tankers during Iran war

Tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains at a standstill as the Iran war engulfs the region.

Toyota, Hyundai and Chinese automakers expected to be most impacted by Iran war

While regional sales will be impacted, the closing of the Strait of Hormuz and rising oil prices will have ripple effects across the global automotive industry.

Washington Post

Justice Department targets Cuban officials, aims for indictments

The Justice Department has formed a working group to examine bringing federal charges against officials or entities within Cuba’s government.

Trump demands ‘UNCONDITIONAL SURRENDER’ from Iran; U.S. evacuates citizens from Middle East

On Day 7 of the war, Israel launched attacks on Tehran and bombarded Lebanon. Iran retaliated against Israel and the region.

Unprepared for Iranian drones, U.S. and partners seek Ukraine’s help

Swarms of low-cost drones used by the Russians in Ukraine have been breaching U.S. air defense systems and striking targets across the Middle East.

Russia is providing Iran intelligence to target U.S. forces, officials say

The targeting information has included the locations of American warships and aircraft in the Middle East, the officials said.

Video appears to show the moment a Kuwaiti fighter jet accidentally shot down a U.S. F-15

Three U.S. fighter jets involved in the offensive against Iran were shot down mistakenly by Kuwait’s air defenses, the U.S. military’s Central Command said.

U.S. was only country in a worldwide survey to say most fellow citizens are bad people

A new Pew survey shows that other countries’ citizens tend to look more favorably on their neighbors.

Cancellation of Army exercise fuels speculation about Mideast troop deployments

The abrupt cancellation of a training event has put a spotlight on the 82nd Airborne Division, which specializes in ground combat and other fraught missions.

China lowers growth forecast, boosts military, citing ‘grave’ environment

Beijing kicked off its top annual political gathering, pledging to further insulate its economy from Trump’s tariffs and accelerate efforts to supercharge its military.

Trump wants role in picking Iran’s leader; Israel warns Lebanese to flee for their lives

Fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon intensified, and countries including Azerbaijan and Saudi Arabia reported fresh attacks.

BBC

Berger extends lead as McIlroy rallies at Bay Hill

Daniel Berger extends his lead to five shots at the Arnold Palmer Invitational as Rory McIlroy rallies in the second round.

Swinney would 'consider' US military plane ban from Prestwick Airport

The first minister says he wants clarity from the UK government about whether the planes were involved in the US-Israeli action in the Middle East.

From a £1bn dream to a brutal collapse: How Brewdog hit the rocks

The rise and fall of the garage start-up which set out to revolutionise the brewing industry.

US lands huge bomber at UK air base after warning of surge in strikes on Iran

The aircraft is the fastest bomber in the US Air Force and is piloted by a crew of four.

Russell takes Melbourne pole after Verstappen crash

George Russell takes pole position as Mercedes dominate a qualifying session for the Australian Grand Prix in which Max Verstappen crashed.

Russell takes Melbourne pole after Verstappen crash

George Russell takes pole position as Mercedes dominate a qualifying session for the Australian Grand Prix in which Max Verstappen crashed.

Deadly storms and tornadoes strike US state of Michigan

A series of tornadoes tore through several cities, uprooting trees and destroying homes.

We've been speaking to Iranians during one week of war. Here's what they said

Ordinary Iranians reflect on seven days of conflict and where they see their country going next.

UK sees highest temperature of the year, snow and blood rain in last 48hrs

Spring has started on a relatively dry and mild note but as Chris Fawkes explains, a change to wetter, windier and colder weather is on the way next week.

There's an inflation wave coming - what does the war mean for the UK economy?

Economic consequences are an intrinsic aspect of the Iran conflict, writes BBC economics editor Faisal Islam.

The Independent

Iran-US war latest: Iran’s president rejects Trump’s call for surrender as Tehran airport rocked by huge explosions

Civilians trapped at Dubai airport take shelter in train tunnels as Iran begins new wave of retaliation

‘My ADHD was missed until I was almost 40 – women are struggling and underdiagnosed’

Kat Frize said she faced several challenges throughout her life before getting her ‘life-changing’ ADHD diagnosis, with experts warning women and girls remain severely underdiagnosed

Brits stuck in Dubai compare travel chaos to Covid pandemic: ‘How long can this go on for?’

A pair of Britons who are stuck in Dubai have compared the travel chaos to that seen during the coronavirus pandemic.

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Nationwide alert sounded in Ukraine after Russian strikes kill seven in Kharkiv

Putin's forces rain ballistic missiles and drones on Ukrainian cities

Formula 1 ‘delays decision on two races in Middle East impacted by Iran war’

F1 delays decision about races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia in April

Growing concern as oil and gas prices rapidly rise amid escalating Iran conflict

Prices surged higher and showed no signs of halting as Iran conflict enters second week

At least 7 killed in Ukraine's Kharkiv as Russian missile hits apartment building

Ukrainian officials say that at least seven people have been killed and 10 others, including three children, have been wounded by a Russian missile strike on a five-story residential building in Ukraine’s second-largest city, Kharkiv

Motorists stranded and military deployed after heavy rains pound Kenyan capital overnight

Motorists in the Kenyan capital were stranded for hours after roads were flooded following heavy rains overnight

The Latest: Israel hammers Beirut and Tehran as Iran attacks more Israeli targets

Iran has launched another wave of missiles and drones, and Gulf states say they intercept more incoming attacks as the war intensifies

Hong Kong firm seeks $2 billion over Panama's takeover of 2 key canal ports

A subsidiary of a Hong Kong-based company that has lost control of two critical ports on the Panama Canal says it is seeking $2 billion of compensation in damages from Panama over its “illegal” takeover of the ports