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CBC.ca

Scammers are targeting Canadians about a milk settlement that doesn't exist

At the same time that a phishing scam related to Canada's bread price-fixing settlement is going around, CBC News has learned people are being targeted by a similar scam involving dairy.

How Montreal-based GardaWorld stands to cash in on U.S. immigration crackdown

The Montreal-based security firm GardaWorld, backed by Quebec public funds, is now profiting from the expansion of U.S. immigration detention, raising questions about oversight and corporate accountability.

Bogus maple syrup from Quebec producer found on grocery store shelves

Radio-Canada’s Enquête program has uncovered fake maple syrup being sold on store shelves in Quebec. The lab responsible for testing maple syrup in Quebec says it’s a first. The producer in question is blaming suppliers from out of province.

Health Canada slaps new conditions on plasma donation company, still reviewing 2 Winnipeg deaths

Health Canada has slapped new terms and conditions on all of a company's paid plasma centres after multiple failed inspections where the regulator found "recurring, systemic deficiencies."

Proposed political neutrality legislation offensive to Alberta teachers, association says

The Alberta Teachers’ Association says the provincial government's suggestion that educators don't act with integrity or present issues in a balanced way is offensive.

Union says no snow crab will be processed in N.L. until 'fair' price agreed upon

The union representing fishery workers in Newfoundland and Labrador says there will be no snow crab processed in the province until they get a deal for a "fair" price.

Federal 30-days-or-free policy for passports now in place

The federal government's new "30 days or free" policy for issuing passports takes effect on Wednesday.

Investigators link serial killer Ted Bundy to 1974 Utah murder

Utah officials announced on Wednesday that they were closing a five-decade-old case after finding "definitive proof" that American serial killer Ted Bundy killed a 17-year-old Utah girl.

Conversion therapy survivors on edge as U.S. Supreme Court strikes down ban

The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that banning conversion therapy for minors is a violation of free speech. But a man who once underwent the practice himself says it's about protecting vulnerable young people from serious — and sometimes fatal — harm.

Italy missed the World Cup again — but that's good news for Canada

CBC Sports' daily newsletter breaks down Italy's stunning loss in World Cup qualifying and how it could help co-host Canada.
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Toronto Star

'Where do you live?' sparks a byelection scrap as Nate Erskine-Smith eyes Ontario Liberal leadership

A looming provincial byelection in Scarborough has two contenders for the Liberal nomination scrapping over who lives in the riding — and who doesn't.

Court OKs Toys "R" Us bid to start sales process for its assets, leases and intellectual property

Court does not rule out possibility of insider bidding for assets of struggling retailer that filed for creditor protection after accumulating $91M in debt in the face of competition from Amazon and Walmart.

Health coalitions urge regulators to end paid plasma donation: 'We do not want to see another person die'

The demands by the health coalitions are continuing to put for-profit plasma donation in Canada under scrutiny and come after two people died after giving plasma at Grifols-operated clinics in Winnipeg.

Oil rises 6% and Asian stocks fall after Trump says US will hit Iran hard and 'finish the job'

Oil rose more than 4% and Asian stocks fell after U.S. President Donald Trump said in his first national address since the Iran war began that the U.S. will continue to hit Iran very hard.

Trump threatens to escalate Iran war but says end is very close

“Over the next two to three weeks, we’re going to bring them back to the Stone Ages where they belong," Trump warned in his address to the nation Wednesday evening.

Artemis II launches into orbit with Canadian Jeremy Hansen on board for historic flight to moon

Now in high-Earth orbit, the capsule Orion is circling the planet as the crew tests equipment before setting off for the moon Thursday on the first lunar voyage in more than half a century.

Doug Ford takes anti-tariff message to the heart of Texas

The premier said the reception from business leaders and elected officials on his three-day trade mission has been "very positive."

What to know about serial killer Ted Bundy and his rampage of violence

A Utah sheriff confirmed Wednesday that Bundy was responsible for the unsolved death of a Utah teen in 1974.

Earthquake off Indonesia topples buildings, kills 1 person and sets off small tsunami

A powerful magnitude 7.4 earthquake has struck in the Molucca Sea region northeast of Indonesia, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

Ryan Wedding’s alleged Ontario ‘cocaine lawyer’ got bail. The Court of Appeal is set to decide whether that was a mistake

The Crown alleges Deepak Paradkar was paid millions of dollars for “egregiously abusing his position as a licensed lawyer.”
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Globe and Mail

Trump delivers contradictory messages on Iran war in White House address

U.S. President threatened to destroy the country if Tehran makes no deal, but also suggested he might walk away from the conflict

Trump addresses nation on Iran war in first prime-time speech since launching strikes

U.S. President faces a wary American public and sliding approval ratings

Italy sheds tears after missing out on World Cup again

Soccer-mad nation tries to come to terms with missing its third consecutive World Cup

FIFA appears to have technical difficulties with latest round of World Cup ticket sales

Issues were sorted by noon ET on Wednesday, FIFA said

U.S. Supreme Court seems poised to reject Trump's birthright citizenship limits

The U.S. Supreme Court seems poised to reject President Donald Trump’s restrictions on birthright citizenship in a consequential case that was magnified by his unparalleled presence in the courtroom.

50 years of Apple gadgets celebrated in new museum

The innovations of Apple Inc. are on show at a new museum in the Netherlands. It charts the company's journey, from its first experimental models to the world-changing iPhone.

U.S. Supreme Court signals skepticism about Trump’s bid to restrict birthright citizenship

Trump, who left midway through the arguments, became the first sitting president to attend an oral argument at the Supreme Court

Trump plans to attend Supreme Court hearing on bid to limit birthright citizenship

The citizenship restrictions are a part of Trump’s broader immigration crackdown, signed as an executive order in January, 2025, but they have not yet taken effect anywhere in the country after being blocked by several courts. A definitive ruling from the Supreme Court is expected by early summer.

Luigi Mangione’s state murder trial delayed until September

New York state judge’s decision throws into question the timing of a parallel federal trial

Tiger Woods stepping away after DUI arrest, will miss Masters

Tiger Woods said on Tuesday he is stepping away to seek treatment and focus on his health after pleading not guilty to DUI charges stemming from his rollover crash in Florida last week.
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Global News

‘We’re there to help our allies’: Trump once again shifts reasoning for Iran war

It was president's first address on the war and it comes at a pivotal moment at home and abroad as he faces mounting questions about the costs, rationale and objectives of the war.

U.S. lifts sanctions on Venezuela’s acting president after Maduro capture

The newly announced sanctions relief is a strong signal that the U.S. recognizes Delcy Rodríguez as a legitimate authority in Venezuela ever since the U.S. military operation.

Lost dog reunited with owner, rescued by helicopter after week in New Zealand forest

An emergency rescue helicopter airlifted Jessica Johnson after a fall at a remote rocky waterfall, and she was forced to leave without her dog, Molly.

American journalist kidnapped in Iraq was warned of threats: officials

U.S. and Iraqi officials said Shelly Renee Kittleson had also been warned of threats against her in the days before her abduction.

Anand to join U.K.-led talks on reopening Strait of Hormuz without U.S.

Anand says Canada will not hesitate to help secure the strait once there is a ceasefire, but the Liberal government has not decided yet on specific measures.

Iran and Trump trade threats, dispute ceasefire talks as war drags on

Trump struck a belligerent tone Wednesday, demanding that Iran stop blocking the Strait of Hormuz or the U.S. would bomb the Islamic Republic 'back to the Stone Ages.'

NASA’s Artemis II lunar space mission takes off in historic launch

Four astronauts — including a Canadian — aboard the Orion spacecraft lifted off from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida at 6:35 p.m. eastern time.

3 more men arrested in antisemitic ambulance attacks in London

Two British men, ages 20 and 19, and a 17-year-old male were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit arson with intent to endanger life.

Trump says he’s considering pulling out of NATO, calls it a ‘paper tiger’

The 77-year-old U.S.-led military alliance was a 'paper tiger' and Russian President Vladimir Putin 'knows that too,' Trump said in an interview.

Foreign states continue to harass and intimidate Canadians, RCMP says

The statement was released after Global News asked the RCMP to clarify Commissioner Mike Duheme’s comments about India.
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New York Times

Trump Isn’t Taking Cuba. He’s Starving It.

Starving Cubans does nothing to advance American interests.

Desi Lydic Wants Trump to Take a Hint About the Ballroom

“Might I suggest: If the ballroom starts experiencing ballistic assault, maybe we just cancel the ball?” she said on “The Daily Show.”

China’s Aiming for the Moon, and NASA Is Looking Over Its Shoulder

The U.S. space agency launched a lunar flyby Wednesday, but Beijing is pursuing its own space program with formidable focus. Here’s what we know about it, in photos and videos.

Artemis II Completes First Day of Its NASA Lunar Mission

The crew, three Americans and a Canadian, are the first humans to travel to the moon in more than 50 years. They will not land on the surface, but the mission will pave the way for future visits.

The Artemis II Toilet Had a Problem

The Universal Waste Management System aboard the Orion capsule is an innovation in deep space toiletry (it seems to be fixed now).

Iran War Showcases Strength of South Korean Defense Sector

Missile interceptors made by the South Korean firm LIG Nex1 are said to be performing well, at a small fraction of the cost of U.S. interceptors.

Texas Man Charged With Manslaughter in Connection With Cold Case

Prosecutors in Galveston County say that in the 1980s, a man killed a teenager and helped hide the remains of a woman, two of the dozens of bodies found on land known as the Texas Killing Fields.

5 Takeaways From Trump’s Address on Iran

President Trump did not define a clear path out of the conflict, which he estimated would end within three weeks.

Trump Initially Laid Out Five Goals for the Iran War. Here’s Where They Stand.

The United States and Israel have done significant damage to Iran’s military capabilities. But Iran still fires missiles, has nuclear material and coordinates with militias in the region.

Judge Finds Border Officials Violated Previous Order on Warrantless Arrests

A federal judge in California ordered agents to thoroughly document any future stops in an area spanning 34 counties.

CNBC

European stocks plunge as tech sector faces worst day since February 3

Stocks listed in Europe fell on Thursday, as investors reacted to U.S. President Donald Trump's address on the Iran war.

Trump’s threat to hit Iran 'extremely hard' jolts global stocks, bonds and oil

Investor sentiment quickly soured as Trump's speech went on, sending assets across the board lower in international markets.

Asia-Pacific markets plunge as oil surges after Trump's speech on Iran war

During his speech, Trump reiterated that the U.S. objectives in Iran were almost met and said that "we have all the cards" in the conflict.

Oil gains with Brent surging more than 6% as Trump's Iran war speech stokes fears of further escalation

Oil rose in volatile trading as Trump in his address to the nation on Iran war said that he expected the conflict to last another two to three weeks.

CNBC Daily Open: Trump threatens to put Iran in 'stone ages,' dampening ceasefire hopes

Asia-Pacific markets reacted negatively to Trump's speech, while oil prices jumped

Oil supply crunch will worsen in April, IEA warns as it weighs releasing more strategic reserves

The organization’s Executive Director Fatih Birol also warned that the Iran war had created the worst oil crisis in history.

EV demand is getting a boost from the Iran war — just as auto giants pivot back to combustion engines

Various car selling platforms have reported a sharp increase in consumer interest for EVs since the Middle East crisis began.

Inside India newsletter: The worst might not be over for Indian equities

Indian equities plunged as the Iran war triggered a record wave of foreign investor sell‑offs. Experts warn the downturn may not be over yet.

CNBC Daily Open: All eyes on Trump address as markets rise on ceasefire hopes

All eyes are on U.S. President Donald Trump's national address this morning, as investors hope that a resolution to the Iran war could be coming soon.

Globalstar stock surges 15% on report Amazon is weighing an acquisition

A deal with Globalstar could bolster Amazon Leo, the company's nascent internet-from-space service, which has about 200 satellites in orbit.

Washington Post

American journalist Shelly Kittleson kidnapped in Baghdad

Iraq’s interior ministry said it had arrested one suspect, seized a car and was looking for accomplices.

Risky commando plan to seize Iran’s uranium came at Trump’s request

A plan briefed to Trump last week to insert ground forces to remove Iran’s nuclear material would be a very difficult endeavor of a type never before attempted in wartime.

Trump slams allies as Europeans show reluctance to aid U.S. in Iran war

Italy blocked U.S. use of a base, the latest instance of European nations refusing deeper involvement in the war despite U.S. threats of backing away from NATO.

Israel mandates death penalty for West Bank Palestinians who kill in terrorist acts

Opposition lawmakers, rights advocates and some foreign governments condemned the law as discriminatory. Israelis in the territory are tried in different courts.

Israel suspends battalion that detained CNN crew in West Bank

A soldier who made “inappropriate remarks” has been dismissed from service, the IDF said. Reservists from the ultra-Orthodox Netzah Yehuda unit held the journalists for two hours.

BBC

Family find dead lambs in bag on country road

A number of dead lambs were put into a bag and left on the side of the road in County Tyrone.

UK to host virtual summit on reopening the Strait of Hormuz

The virtual summit will consider what diplomatic steps can be taken, though the US is not expected to attend.

'Oh my goodness, that is spectacular': See BBC science editor react to launch

Nasa's Artemis II has blasted off and is now orbiting Earth, before continuing on to circle the Moon.

Isak to return to training this week - Slot

British record signing Alexander Isak will return to Liverpool training on Thursday, head coach Arne Slot confirms.

BBC sacked Scott Mills after learning alleged victim in police investigation was under 16

It comes as Mills released a statement saying he had "fully cooperated and responded" with the police investigation in 2018.

London Pride boss sacked after allegedly spending donations on perfume

The organisation has been in a protracted legal battle with its former chief executive.

What were the biggest moves of NFL free agency?

NFL teams splashed out billions in free agency, but what were the biggest moves and who were the biggest spenders? BBC Sport takes a look.

Man dies in Athens storm as Saharan dust shrouds Crete

A man dies in flooding near Athens as rain lashes several regions in Greece, while a Saharan dust storm enveloped Crete.

Petrol and diesel prices see biggest rise on record in March

The cost of filling a vehicle jumped at the sharpest pace than any other month, the RAC said.

Oil jumps and shares fall after US president address

The US president says he will bring Iran "back to the Stone Age" but failed to say how the war will end.

The Independent

Alleged Bondi gunman Naveed Akram loses court bid to suppress his family’s identities

The lawyers for the Bondi Beach gunman’s family had said they were living in ‘constant fear’

Shane Christie died with brain disease linked with repeated head blows

The former New Zealand rugby star believed he was suffering from CTE

Iran-US war latest: Tehran says conflict will go on ‘until enemy’s surrender’ after Trump says US will withdraw soon

The president said US forces would 'finish the job' in Iran and that 'core strategic objectives are nearing completion’

‘All I heard is war war war’: Marjorie Taylor Greene leads backlash to Trump’s Iran speech

The former Trump supporter said she ‘wanted so much for the president to put America First’ as questions over his handling of the war grow

‘I was left to crawl up the stairs’: NHS stroke service staffing crisis ‘leaving people with lifelong disabilities’

Exclusive: A national audit of stroke services revealed that no NHS service has enough staff in its rehabilitation team, with a top doctor warning patients are being left with avoidable lifelong disabilities as stretched teams struggle to provide the hospital care they need. Rebecca Thomas reports

Inside the unique Kenya school for teenage mothers and their children

The boarding school has allowed girls and young women to complete their secondary education while supporting their children

Middle East war affects tens of thousands of bookings, Lastminute says

The holiday website said it was having to ‘adapt quickly’ to travellers changing their preferences in light of the conflict.

The Greek monk spring playbook to renew healthy eating habits

In Greece, even McDonald’s franchises get into the lean Lent spirit by adding seasonal menu items

‘Unprecedented’ UK fuel price rises surpass 2022 record

Costs are rising faster than after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, data shows

Speedy Hire shares under pressure on profit alert

The London-listed equipment hire firm said full-year underlying earnings are set to drop to around £90 million, down from £97.1 million in 2024-25.