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While hazy skies and poor air quality continue to impact a wide swath of Canada and the U.S., forecasts show conditions are expected to improve in time for the FIFA World Cup final in New Jersey on Sunday.

On Wednesday morning the province's firefighters faced only about 20 blazes in what had been a relatively quiet season so far, but as of Saturday morning there were 113 fires burning, including about 100 started since Friday.

Environment Canada has called down a red tornado warning that was issued for parts of Halton and Peel regions on Saturday.

Iran's supreme leader warned of "unforgettable lessons" Saturday if the United States keeps attacking the Islamic Republic and called President Donald Trump's signature "worthless and invalid." The comments came hours after a negotiator said Tehran was suspending its commitments to the interim deal signed about a month ago.

The combined cost of wildfires and flooding over the past two years will have a serious impact on the provincial budget in the short term. How Manitoba responds to these disasters on a longer-term basis will be even more significant.

Smoky skies in Toronto have led to new scrutiny of government efforts to fight fires and manage forests. But scientists say the realistic way to tackle the smoke is fighting climate change itself.

Fareed Kotb, a sports photographer from Cairo, garnered international attention when he was spotted snapping World Cup games using a 1930 large-format film camera.

As hundreds of wildfires burning across Ontario force communities to evacuate and prompt urgent calls for government support, Eleanor Olszewski, the federal minister of emergency management, is defending Ottawa's response.

Over three decades, Michèle Shannon likely handed out more than 1.6 million sheets of paper to students. She wishes she had changed her relationship with the school photocopier much sooner and in retirement, she's planting more consciously.

As more employees are being ordered back into the office full time, new research suggests the rationale may be more about bosses' desire for power and status than productivity.

No matter who you're cheering for in the international tournament, there are plenty of places and ways to watch the matches.

Even before the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina, FIFA president Gianni Infantino is floating the idea of expansion to 64 teams.

Soccer's best player and soccer's dominant team are set to collide Sunday in a World Cup final worthy of the sport's grandest stage.

Toronto had the world's most polluted major city again Saturday morning. The smog is expected to improve throughout the day.

Casting "controversies," quibbles about costumes — and does Tom Holland's character really say "dad"?

The airline introduced a $40 fuel surcharge along with Air Canada and WestJet back in March, then reduced it to $20 last month.

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukrainian prosecutors have released video of what they say is the bombing in Monaco that seriously injured tycoon Vadym Yermolaiev and his family.

While the orange haze has subsided, Toronto's air is still a health risk. Experts share tips for protecting yourself.

The house used on the 2000s comfort watch series stood in as the home of Lorelai and Rory Gilmore in the fictional town of Stars Hollow, Conn.

Thunder Bay has become a hub for people from across the region forced to flee, many wondering about the what-ifs.

Ukraine says it targeted logistics warehouses and an oil depot in Russia’s Moscow and Tambov regions

Still unseen since the war began, Mojtaba Khamenei warns U.S. of ‘unforgettable lessons’ if attacks continue

Set to launch in two stages in 2028, the Tianwen-3 mission could help shed light on life not only on the planet once thought to be dead, but on our own

Announcement comes a day after Nenshi, who won the seat in a byelection last year, announced he will run in Calgary in the next election

Smoke has created an ‘incalculable’ expense for the U.S., President says

Stadium renos are expected to be complete by 2028

Taylor Farms is the supplier of cyclospora-contaminated produce, source says, but other businesses could be at risk

Mourners were attending a funeral in the central Gaza Strip on Friday for a person killed by another Israeli strike when the attack occurred

Former Greater Manchester mayor will be sworn in on Monday to replace departing PM Keir Starmer

Andy Burnham, nicknamed the 'King of the North,' was elected leader of Britain's governing Labour Party on Friday, the final step before becoming its seventh prime minister in a decade, on a pledge to thwart the rise of the populist Reform UK.

Sahibjot Singh is the latest of dozens of Indian nationals to face deportation for their involvement in extortion gangs.

Holly Bowles and Bianca Jones, 19, died after they were served tainted alcohol laced with methanol at the Nana Backpacker Hostel in November 2024.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said shredded lettuce from a single supplier in Mexico was sent to Taco Bell in five U.S. states.

A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck near the coast of Mexico's southern state of Chiapas on Friday, triggering a tsunami warning.

The United States expanded its airstrike campaign against Iran early Friday by hitting more bridges, energy sites and collapsing a tower at a key Iranian port.

China executed four Canadian citizens in early 2025, with Beijing saying at the time all four were dual citizens and had been prosecuted on drug charges.

Fender ​argues that the Harley Benton-brand guitars developed and sold by Thomann, one of ​its largest global retail partners, copy the classic Strat shape.

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.

Nearly 200 fires continued to devastate swaths of the province as smoke continued to drift across parts of Canada and the United States.

Forecasters warned of winds over 70 miles per hour in New York City and Philadelphia.

President Trump endorsed Mike Lindell, a leader of the election denial movement, for Minnesota governor this week.

London hosted an understated version of the Conservative Political Action Conference, known in the United States for its over-the-top celebration of MAGA causes.

The implicated products were marketed under several brands, and had been shipped as recently as Thursday.

The smoke isn’t going away, but where it affects air quality will shift over the next few days. Conditions were improving Saturday for parts of the Northeast, a forecaster said.

Overnight strikes damaged a tunnel and three bridges in Hormozgan Province, the governor’s office said.

Tilman J. Fertitta, the U.S. ambassador to Rome, is summering on his superyacht as President Trump squabbles with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni of Italy.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani said in an interview with The New York Times that he was in “an active conversation” with New York City’s Law Department on whether he had the authority to arrest the Israeli leader.

Where are Hegseth’s hormones when Trump needs them?

Morgan Stanley forecasts that K-beauty sales in the U.S. can reach approximately $4 billion in 2026.

U.S. Central Command says it continues to enforce a naval blockade against Iran, while Kuwait and Bahrain say they have intercepted more Iranian projectiles.

Investment firms are readying for an era with less public commentary from the U.S. central bank. Some are relying on AI for an edge.

Warren Buffett tells CNBC that Bill Gates' ties to Jeffrey Epstein didn't drive his termination of donations.

Yona Sahar, founder of Locksmith Girl of NYC, spent two years learning the trade. Now, she runs her own business while working around the clock.

Chantel Henry lives with her husband and two kids in Trinidad. She says living there has made her American Dream more affordable.

Startups are testing GLP-1 treatments for overweight cats while pet-food giants are leaning into longevity products as owners spend more on animal health.

It's the latest AI model from China to close the performance gap with leading U.S. AI labs.

The high price for the garment is a sign that collectors are looking to bid on artifacts and collectibles from the artificial intelligence boom.

The Trump administration is taking steps to control who gets access to the latest frontier models, people familiar with the matter told CNBC.

Iran launched a wave of attacks on U.S. allies Jordan, Kuwait and Bahrain as the U.S. military hit Iran, in the seventh consecutive day of clashes.

The smoke pouring into the U.S. made Detroit, Chicago and D.C. among the world's most polluted major cities as of early Friday.

The White House did not respond to questions about what legal mechanism he would use to impose the tariffs or how the administration would calculate the rate of the levies.

The attacks on Iran’s infrastructure came on the sixth consecutive day of U.S. strikes. A retaliatory attack by Iran caused damage to a power and desalination plant in Kuwait.

Around 100 million people could experience unhealthy air this week. These simple tips will help protect your health.

As unmanned aerial vehicles target Israel, Persian Gulf states and U.S. forces in the Middle East, Ukraine is selling equipment, giving advice and establishing joint production lines.

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

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.

The announcement comes after Jordan said it intercepted 10 Iranian missiles fired into its airspace overnight into Saturday.

Chelsea have agreed a club record £117m deal to sign England international midfielder Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa.

Kirandeep Kaur, killed as she slept with her baby and husband, leaves behind a 'devastated' family in India.

Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli takes pole position at the Belgian Grand Prix, leaving team-mate George Russell trailing in fourth.

Drilling has become a controversial topic for the Labour party after the 2024 manifesto pledged to not issue new licences.

Jens Spahn faced criticism over his use of a surrogate, a ban on which he previously backed.

Speaking to Laura Kuenssberg, the Conservative leader accused the incoming PM of not knowing "what the country's priorities are".

Great Britain's Josh Kerr smashes the long-standing men's mile world record in a spectacular performance at the London Diamond League.

Great Britain's Josh Kerr smashes the long-standing men's mile world record in a spectacular performance at the London Diamond League.

Who is the real Andy Burnham? Laura Kuenssberg talks to more than 20 people who know him to work it out

No link has been confirmed between the rare childhood cancers and possible pesticide exposure in the Orange County community

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said late Friday she will attend Sunday’s World Cup final after an invitation from her U.S. counterpart, Donald Trump

Mr Burnham has promised to be a leader in ‘all places’ as Britain’s next prime minister

Trump still frequently mentions Carter, who died two years ago at age 100, but usually to incorrectly suggest that he was wary of mail-in ballots

Labour’s 2024 manifesto, which Mr Burnham has promised to honour, said the party would not issue new North Sea licences.

In a statement attributed to Mojtaba Khamenei, the supreme leader warned of ‘unforgettable lessons’ if the United States keeps attacking Iran

The New York City mayor said he was currently consulting with officials to evaluate his legal authority regarding a potential detention

The victim was rushed to the hospital in critical condition and he died three days later

One service member is also missing in action and four others injured, the Defense Department announced

Exclusive: Ed Miliband now widely expected to get the foreign secretary job as Labour sources tell The Independent that Team Burnham has been discussing major reform of the FCDO and a ‘roadmap’ back to spending 0.7 per cent of GDP on overseas aid