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CBC.ca
Sanctions haven’t sidelined Russia’s shadow fleet. So Ukraine has turned to drones
Ukraine says it used sea drones to strike two oil tankers that are part of Russia’s sanctioned shadow fleet and were a few dozen kilometres off the coast of Turkey.
Airlines work to fix software glitch on A320 aircraft, causing short-term flight disruptions
Airlines around the world reported short-term disruptions heading into the weekend as they fixed software on a widely used commercial aircraft, after an analysis found the computer code may have contributed to a sudden drop in the altitude of a JetBlue plane last month.
Emergency alert issued over dangerous man with firearm in Enfield, N.S.
Nova Scotia RCMP have issued an emergency alert about a man with a firearm in the area between Oldham Road and Rockcliffe Drive in Enfield.
Couple weds in Nelson, B.C., with little notice — but great support from community
There is no story that encapsulates the vibes of Nelson, B.C., quite like this. Witnesses, a photographer, an officiant and a musician all showed up at Cottonwood Falls Park, with very little notice, to help an out-of-town couple’s dreams come true.
Canada at the defence crossroads: The challenges of thinking long-term
The recent debates over Canada’s next fighter jets and submarines have peeled back the curtain on the shortcomings and short-term thinking in the country’s approach to defending itself.
Is Spotify losing the streaming wars as it faces boycotts, lawsuits and assorted controversies?
The popular listening platform Spotify has dominated the streaming industry for years. But there have been recent calls to boycott the platform over controversies surrounding issues like artist compensation, its CEO and ICE ads. Are listeners finally fed up?
Signs of progress with India abound, but so do fears that nothing has really changed
Does the apparent rapprochement between India and Canada actually signal an intention by India to desist from tactics it has allegedly used against Canadian Sikh activists — including assassination?
People nowadays are reluctant to stay out late. Is it killing nightlife?
With people socializing differently, prioritizing health and watching their spending, nighttime businesses and advocates say they’re trying to bring new energy to the after-dark economy.
Therapist tells Ontario women's murder trial she never recommended consistent pureeing of food
A child and family therapist was the latest mental health worker to testify in the trial of two Burlington, Ont., women accused in the first-degree murder of a 12-year-old boy in their care.
Would the flu shot work better if it wasn't grown in chicken eggs?
For decades, the flu virus in the shots you’re offered every fall has been grown in chicken eggs. Now, scientists are trying more modern methods of developing vaccines that they hope will be even more effective.
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Toronto Star
TTC service adjustments and road closures announced ahead of holiday festivities in Toronto
Ahead of the Cavalcade of Lights opening at Nathan Phillips Square on Saturday, road closures and transit service changes will affect downtown travel.
Thorncliffe Park fire 'smouldering … in a very tight, confined space,' with no timeline on when residents can return
In an update Saturday, Toronto fire division commander Robert Hewson said the fire that's been burning since Thursday afternoon is not getting worse but is still burning.
Why Doug Ford wants Mark Carney to show the west 'some love'
Ontario's premier has implored his ally, Prime Minister Mark Carney, to show the west "some love."
Here are some more very good ideas from Star readers to make Toronto better
We gave you our Top 20 "great" ideas for Toronto. Now, how about some more?
Why Toronto won’t meet its climate crisis targets to cut the city’s biggest source of carbon emissions
A proposal with plans to set emissions targets for the city’s buildings has been shelved. Buildings, and the natural gas used to heat them, are Toronto's top source of greenhouse gases.
Deadline versus Game 7: Inside the newsroom on the night that broke Toronto's heart
Editor-in-chief Nicole MacIntyre has a new monthly newsletter that explains how the Star tackles the news, and offers insights into how coverage decisions get made.
One Great Idea to make Toronto a better place to live? Here are 20 of the best for you to vote on
We received over 150 submissions from readers in our hunt for One Great Idea to make Toronto a better place to live. We've narrowed it down to the Top 20 — and now it's up to you to vote for…
This $28M Bridle Path estate has 9 bedrooms, a library and a fireplace imported from a European castle
The fairytale-like home also includes two unique features that hockey lovers will appreciate.
A legendary Toronto prop man is retiring after 44 years. His eclectic collection is up for grabs
Every item in Fritz Lev's collection of nearly 30,000 props has a story. Now, part of his is ending.
Shop local this holiday with made-in-Canada gifts your family and friends will rave about
Consider this your cheat sheet to the most giftable homegrown brands.
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Globe and Mail
Trump administration halts all asylum decisions after shooting of National Guard members
U.S. has also paused issuing visas for people travelling on Afghan passports
Pope Leo XIV visits Istanbul's Blue Mosque
Pope Leo visited Istanbul's famed Blue Mosque on Saturday, removing his shoes in a sign of respect but not appearing to pray in his first visit as leader of the Catholic Church to a Muslim place of worship during his four-day visit to Turkey.
Pope Leo XIV visits Turkey’s Blue Mosque, meets with Christian leaders
The Vatican said he would observe a moment of silent prayer but the Pope instead experienced his visit ‘in a spirit of contemplation and listening’
Allegations of sexually explicit messages add to complaints against ICE contractors
Concerns grow over increasing power of U.S. immigration agents and vulnerability of undocumented residents
Ukraine’s utility workers risk life and limb to keep the lights on
In a war that’s killed at least 160 of their teammates, tens of thousands of technicians keep showing up for work
Iran boycotting World Cup draw, citing visa restrictions for soccer officials
The U.S. previously announced a travel ban on citizens from 12 countries, including Iran
Zelensky announces resignation of chief of staff and lead negotiator in peace talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced Friday the resignation of his powerful chief of staff, Andrii Yermak, who was also the country's lead negotiator in talks with the U.S, after Yermak's residence was searched by anti-corruption investigators.
Pope marks Nicaea meeting in Turkey with prayer for Christian unity
Leo and other Christian leaders met at site that produced the Nicene Creed in highlight of first trip of his pontificate
National Guard shooting suspect faces first-degree murder charge after one soldier died
Charges now include one count of first-degree murder and two counts of assault with intent to kill while armed
Death toll from Southeast Asia floods tops 300 as recovery operations step up
Large parts of Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand have been stricken by cyclone-fuelled torrential rain for a week
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Global News
Donald Trump says airspace in and around Venezuela ‘closed’
U.S. President Donald Trump said Saturday that the airspace above and surrounding Venezuela should be considered 'closed in its entirety' to airlines, drug dealers and traffickers.
Man attacked by bear outside public toilet in busy Japanese city
The building where the bear attack occurred is centrally located, close to homes and restaurants, and only 1 kilometre from city hall.
Airbus issues ‘significant’ A320 recall after flight-control incident
Airbus said a recent incident involving an A320-family aircraft had revealed that intense solar radiation may corrupt data critical to the functioning of flight controls.
U.S. tourist found dead in Tobago, suspect in police custody
The victim, identified as Christopher Brown, 43, of Colorado, reportedly left his friends to go buy marijuana.
Consular services won’t be affected by Global Affairs Canada cuts: minister
The recent federal budget includes a $561 million cut to the department's budget next year, which increases to a $1.1 billion cut two years later.
Ukraine’s top peace negotiator resigns after anti-corruption raid on home
Andrii Yermak, the powerful chief of staff to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, resigned hours after his residence was searched by anti-corruption investigators.
Death toll climbs to 128 in Hong Kong apartment blaze, 8 more arrested
Even two days after the fire began, smoke continued to drift out of the charred buildings from the occasional flare-up.
U.K. to start enforcing new travel permit rules for Canadian visitors
Canadians will not be able to legally enter the United Kingdom without an electronic travel authorization starting next February, or face being denied boarding.
Canada has no plans to re-engage with Iran, Anita Anand says
Anand told the Senate's foreign affairs committee that Canada's focus is on limiting the possibility of Tehran obtaining nuclear weapons and urging it to engage with the U.S.
Tourist killed, another injured in shark attack on Australian beach
Police said a woman believed to be in her 20s died at the scene.
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New York Times
Deadly Hong Kong Fire Is a Test of Beijing’s Rule in the City
After Beijing reshaped the political order in Hong Kong in its image, the fire has become a test of how well that new system can govern in a crisis.
Russia Bombards Ukraine for Nearly 10 Hours in a Deadly Assault
The attack came as U.S. officials were expected to hold peace talks with Ukrainian and Russian officials in the coming days.
F.D.A. Seeks More Oversight of Vaccine Trials and Approvals
The agency’s top vaccine regulator proposed broad changes, claiming that a new review linked 10 children’s deaths to the Covid vaccine. But public health experts questioned the findings, wanting to examine the data.
In Firing His No. 2, Zelensky Loses Both a Negotiator and an Enforcer
Andriy Yermak had ensured internal discipline in Ukraine’s wartime politics. He also led the country’s peace negotiations, which now must go on without him.
Trump Declares Venezuelan Airspace Closed
President Trump said days earlier that the United States could “very soon” expand its campaign of killing people at sea suspected of drug trafficking to attacking Venezuelan territory.
Did Pope Leo Pray in Istanbul’s Blue Mosque? Not Visibly, at Least.
Leo XIV is being closely watched on an inaugural trip to Turkey and Lebanon to spread a message of peace and outreach.
As Cyclone Deaths Pass 150, Sri Lanka Is Overwhelmed by Rescue Demand
Rescue efforts across the nation of 23 million have been hampered by disruptions in transport and telecommunications.
How Fraud Swamped Minnesota’s Social Services System on Tim Walz’s Watch
Prosecutors say members of the Somali diaspora, a group with growing political power, were largely responsible. President Trump has drawn national attention to the scandal amid his crackdown on immigration.
A Classical Pianist’s Plea: Make Messy Art
It is not only classical musicians who are being stunted by the search for perfection. It is harming many aspects of our lives and sectors of our society.
Highlight Reel
As the year comes to a close, we want to know your highly specific, idiosyncratic bests of 2025.
CNBC
Airbus A320 recall disrupts global travel after glitch linked to solar flares
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency said in a directive that a JetBlue flight on Oct. 30 experienced an "uncommanded and limited pitch down event."
Silver hit record highs in 2025 – here's why the 'Devil’s metal' has further to run
While industrial demand for silver is expected to decline slightly in 2025, the metal is increasingly used in electric vehicles, for AI components and in photovoltaics.
AI is taking jobs — here’s Coursera CEO's No. 1 tip for grads to stay competitive
"They're [recruiters] going to be assessing your mindset and your traits as a human being more than your experience," Coursera's CEO told CNBC Make It.
Millennials are driving a sports tourism boom — and spending big to do it. Here's why
The $707 billion sports tourism market is set to nearly triple by 2032, with Asia-Pacific as the fastest growing region.
Goldman Sachs polled institutional investors on gold, and found many expect it to hit $5K next year
Goldman Sachs polled 900 institutional investor clients and found they believed gold prices could reach an all-time high in 2026.
Switzerland has long welcomed the ultra wealthy. A referendum on a new tax has riled them up
Switzerland looks set to reject a proposal for a 50% tax on inheritances and gifts of more than 50 million Swiss Francs.
Stock futures resume trading after a halt caused by 'cooling issue' at data center
A technical problem obstructed futures trading at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange in the early hours of Friday morning.
AI shopping comes with its own perils this Black Friday
Agentic AI is transforming the way people shop online, and it comes with heigheted risks of digital fraud for retailers.
What’s going on at Nexperia? China’s Wingtech escalates war of words with Dutch chipmaker
Dutch chipmaker Nexperia has published an open letter urgently calling on its China unit to help restore supply chain operations.
India economy grows at faster-than-expected 8.2% in September quarter even as tariffs bite
In a quarter that was partially affected by the 50% U.S. tariffs, the Indian economy grew 8.2% in July to September period.
Washington Post
Trump says airlines should consider Venezuelan airspace closed
President Donald Trump’s announcement follows growing U.S. threats to attack Venezuela.
Zelensky faces political peril as corruption scandal consumes top aide
Beset by scandal at home and under U.S. pressure to reach a deal to end the Russian invasion, Volodymyr Zelensky is facing one of the most hazardous moments of his presidency.
Hurry up and wait: Ordinary Venezuelans try to prepare for U.S. attack
Caught between President Donald Trump’s threats and a government they don’t trust, Venezuelans are living moment to moment, unsure of what to expect next.
International force at heart of Trump’s Gaza plan struggles to find takers
The U.S. administration is trying to drum up troop commitments, but concerns are mounting over whether foreign soldiers would have to use force against Gazans.
Hegseth order on first Caribbean boat strike, officials say: Kill them all
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth issued a verbal order to kill all crew members in the Sept. 2 strike on a suspected drug boat. Navy SEALs fired a second missile.
American 16-year-old freed after nine months in Israeli jail
Mohammed Zaber Ibrahim was arrested in the West Bank as a 15-year-old and charged with throwing rocks at Israeli vehicles — an allegation he denies.
Trump plans to pardon former Honduran president convicted of drug trafficking
Former Honduran president Juan Orlando Hernández was sentenced to 45 years in prison for running a “narco-state” that helped send cocaine to the United States.
Zelensky’s top aide, lead negotiator resigns amid corruption probe
Andriy Yermak, the head of Ukraine’s presidential office, had emerged as one of the most contentious and powerful figures in the country.
Israeli raid on Syrian town kills 13, including children, residents say
Israel’s military said it conducted the raid in Beit Jinn in southern Syria to apprehend several people it accused of planning attacks.
Death toll in Hong Kong high-rise fire grows to 128
Rescuers continued searching the blackened high-rises in Tai Po, a northeastern district in Hong Kong’s New Territories.
BBC
Trump beats Maguire on day one of UK Championship
World number one Judd Trump secures a hard-fought first-round win over Scotland's Stephen Maguire on the opening day of the 2025 UK Championship.
Consider airspace around Venezuela closed, Trump says
The US cannot legally close another country's airspace, but Trump's comments could deter airlines from operating in Venezuela.
Flooding in southern Asia leaves hundreds dead
The region is hit by some of the worst floods in years, with millions affected in Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand.
Sultana claims new Corbyn party carrying out 'witch hunt' against activists
Zarah Sultana boycotts the first day of Your Party's founding conference after several members were expelled.
Trump to pardon ex-Honduras president convicted of drug trafficking
Juan Orlando Hernández was sentenced in the US to 45 years behind bars for conspiring to smuggle cocaine.
Pope Leo visits Istanbul's Blue Mosque
It is the first time Leo has attended a Muslim place of worship since he took up the papacy in May.
Budget 2025: What's the best and worst that could happen for Labour?
Three days in, after a tax U-turn and partial climbdown on workers' rights, Laura Kuenssberg looks at what impact Budget week might have.
Piastri cuts Norris' title lead with Qatar GP sprint race win
Oscar Piastri cuts McLaren team-mate Lando Norris' championship lead by two points with victory in the sprint race at the Qatar Grand Prix.
Piastri cuts Norris' title lead with Qatar GP sprint race win
Oscar Piastri cuts McLaren team-mate Lando Norris' championship lead by two points with victory in the sprint race at the Qatar Grand Prix.
Manchester to London train to run without passengers for five months
The 07:00 GMT train will only carry staff to London following a decision by the rail regulator.
The Independent
Russian drone strike on Kyiv kills two as Ukraine peace talks continue
Mayor Vitali Klitschko reported that 15 people were wounded
Defiant Zarah Sultana ‘won’t be pushed out’ of Your Party as she slams ‘toxic culture’
Ms Sultana said she will not enter the main conference centre on Saturday in protest at a ‘witch hunt’
FDA to introduce new Covid-19 vaccine protocol after report claims shots killed 10 children
The FDA will also review its guidance for annual flu shots, according to a memo
Governments endorse greater protections for sharks amid concerns about overfishing
Governments have adopted greater protections for over 70 species of sharks and rays at an international wildlife trade conference
Ukraine drones strike Russian ‘shadow fleet’ oil tankers in Black Sea
Sea Baby naval drones had disabled vessels capable of transporting oil worth almost $70 million
Met Office issues fresh ‘danger to life’ weather warning as heavy rain lashes UK
Strong winds are expected to hit coastal areas as up to 80mm of rain will fall in some parts
Teen ballerina allegedly killed by ex-boyfriend sends Long Island community into mourning
Emily Finn, 18, was fatally shot on Wednesday while visiting her ex-boyfriend
AI country hit 'Walk My Walk' built on Blanco Brown's sound sparks questions of attribution, ethics
An AI-generated country song, “Walk My Walk,” recently topped Billboard's country digital song sales chart
Tributes to former Nottingham Forest academy player, 14, fatally struck by train
Joshua Travis was described by family as having an ‘infectious and mischievous smile’
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Kyiv claims it hit Putin’s ‘shadow fleet’ tankers with underwater drones in Black Sea
Ukraine has claimed to have hit Putin’s “shadow fleet” oil tankers as it seeks to step up pressure on Russia's oil industry
