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CBC.ca
Saskatchewan mayor stepping down now that 'Queen of Canada' cult is gone
When Brad Miller signed up to be mayor of Richmound, Sask., he never imagined his tiny southwestern village would be overrun by a cult. After three years and many sleepless nights, the cult is finally gone, and Miller will resign on Oct. 15.
The NHL final is no longer free to watch. This group wants to pass a law to change that
Next year, for the first time in decades, Canadians won't be able to watch the NHL Stanley Cup final for free on television. A lobby organization wants the government to pass a law to prevent that from happening.
Canadian websites take down articles written by suspected fake, AI-generated persona
Several Canadian websites have taken down articles published under the name Daniel Robson, saying the writer's identity cannot be verified and was likely generated by AI.
Human rights panel condemns Canada's inaction regarding Indigenous people
Canada is failing to meet international legal obligations by refusing to hold thorough investigations into the crimes committed in its residential school system, says a global human rights organization.
Pentagon confirms U.S. military will cut 20% of generals and admirals
U.S. War Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed Wednesday that the U.S. military will cut 20 per cent of its generals and admirals as he made a series of announcements in what he called his "state of the force" address.
'A trip down memory lane': N.S. man reunited with wallet lost 51 years ago
Carpenter Matty Goldsmith discovered a wallet last week in Dartmouth N.S., returning a time capsule of 1970 memories to its long-lost owner.
Arizona university hockey coach put on admin leave after report on Canadian player Matthew Mayich's collapse
Arizona State University hockey coach Greg Powers has been placed on paid administrative leave after an anonymous letter from teammates of NHL prospect Matthew Mayich disputed aspects of the school's review into the Hamilton-born player's collapse during an outdoor workout last month.
Conservative MP Scott Aitchison officially signals his intent to resign later this fall
Ontario MP and former Conservative leadership candidate Scott Aitchison said Wednesday that he intends to resign his seat at the end of the fall sitting.
After last-minute stay, U.S. Supreme Court says Tennessee can execute Christa Pike
The U.S. Supreme Court is allowing the execution of Christa Gail Pike to go forward, overturning a last-minute stay on Wednesday that was issued by an appeals court hours earlier.
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Toronto Star
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Globe and Mail
What we know about incident on FlyDubai flight bound for Israel
A pilot stabbed a co-pilot in the cockpit as he attempted to take control of a Tel Aviv-bound flight from the United Arab Emirates, with the aim of crashing it, according to Israel's prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
What we know about stabbing on FlyDubai flight bound for Israel
One pilot stabbed another and attempted to crash a flight from the United Arab Emirates to Israel
Canadian banker released from prison in Dubai after 10 months behind bars
Ryan O’Grady was arrested last November after South Sudan requested his extradition on allegations of breach of trust
Former DHS secretary Kristi Noem files for divorce
Noem is seeking a divorce from her husband of 34 years, Bryon
U.K. points to possible Iranian role in incident near U.S. air base
Prime Minister Andy Burnham says there are ‘strong indications’ Iran played a part in the incident that saw five men arrested near RAF Fairford
G20 Steel forum calls for more tariffs, fewer subsidies to fight excess capacity
The OECD said excess steel capacity above global demand is expected to increase to 745 million metric tons from 601 million tons in 2025To be released at G20 trade ministers meeting this week
U.S. Supreme Court allows execution of Tennessee woman to go forward
Decision overturns last-minute stay issued by appeals court hours earlier
'Give people options': Burnham raises prospect of Britain rejoining EU
Prime Minister Andy Burnham said in an interview released Wednesday that Britain should consider options for its future relationship with the European Union, including ultimately rejoining the bloc, as he steps up efforts to rebuild ties with Europe.
Video on board Flydubai jet after suspected cockpit attack
Video contains graphic content: Video verified by Reuters on board the flydubai jet appears to show two bloodied pilots receiving first aid and a passenger describing what happened.
Last U.S. troops leave Iraq, ending 12-year mission against Islamic State
Baghdad touted the end of the U.S. mission to fight the Islamic State group as a sign of the country’s increasing strength and sovereignty
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Global News
Iran may have played part in U.S.-run Fairford air base incident, U.K. says
Five British men in their 20s were arrested Sunday on suspicion of explosives offenses and planning an act of terror, before being released on bail a day later.
Pilot on Israel-bound flight stabbed another, tried to crash, Netanyahu says
The FlyDubai flight traveling from the United Arab Emirates to Israel landed safely after issuing an emergency alert and abruptly descending thousands of feet (meters).
U.S. military says the last of its troops in Iraq have withdrawn
The withdrawal, agreed on two years ago, comes against the backdrop of the ongoing war between the United States and Iran that has also sometimes spilled over into Iraq.
Canada extends travel restrictions related to Ebola outbreak for 60 days
Canadian citizens or permanent residents who have been in one of the affected countries need to quarantine for 21 days upon their return to Canada.
Shooting leaves 4 dead, 4 wounded in Caribbean tourism destination
The Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force said that officers responded to reports of gunfire in Green Hill, a district located outside of the capital city of Kingstown.
Hurricane Polo: Mexico’s Baja California braces for life-threatening floods
As swirling clouds and strong winds marked the region, the national coordinator of Mexico’s Civil Protection Agency reported that Polo would make landfall later in the afternoon.
U.S., China to slash tariffs on goods worth US$30B after Trump-Xi meeting
The details came days after Chinese President Xi Jinping met with U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington in his first state visit to the U.S. since 2015.
Pope Leo says medically-assisted dying is ‘false compassion’
The issue roiled French politics for years before resulting recently in legislation allowing adults with incurable illnesses to receive lethal medication.
U.K. police arrest 5 men near air base, suspected of preparing terror act
Police said Sunday that the men were detained on suspicion of offenses under the Explosives Act, and that army bomb-disposal experts were examining several vehicles.
Quebec man trafficked woman while behind bars in Manitoba through phone calls
A man was found guilty of human trafficking, benefiting from proceeds of trafficking, pimping, disobeying a court order, and obstruction of justice, a judge says.
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New York Times
Plane to Israel Narrowly Averts Disaster
Also, a Kelvin wave is heading to California. Here’s the latest at the end of Wednesday.
Cornell Students Question Greek Life Culture After Sexual Assault Claim
With their university under fire in the wake of a sexual assault lawsuit, students are having difficult conversations about Greek life, campus rituals and the possibility for lasting changes.
Supreme Court Allows Execution of Christa Pike, Tennessee’s Lone Woman on Death Row
Christa Pike tortured and murdered a classmate in 1995. She had been set to die on Wednesday, the first woman executed in the state in 200 years, until a lower court paused the execution.
Salah Sarsour, Islamic Leader in Wisconsin, Can Be Deported, Judge Rules
Salah Sarsour, a vocal supporter of Palestinian rights who leads the state’s largest Islamic group, says the case is politically motivated and plans to appeal the decision.
In Speech, Hegseth Targets Diversity, Transgender People, Reporters and Iran
In his “State of the Force” address, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth focused on the culture war and accused reporters of “treason” over Iran war coverage.
OpenAI’s Greg Brockman Backs Out of Second $25 Million Donation to A.I. Super PAC
Greg Brockman, OpenAI’s president and co-founder, said internally that the super PAC, Leading the Future, had become a “distraction” for the A.I. company.
Senator Marsha Blackburn Sues Over Jack Smith’s Subpoena During Trump Inquiry
The lawsuit, brought by Senator Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee, tests the reach of the Constitution’s “speech or debate” clause.
Google Wants Hollywood to Stop Being So Afraid of Technology
100 Zeros, a collaboration between Google and Range Media Partners, aims to give the tech giant a foothold in movies, TV and emerging forms of entertainment.
Another Day of Pounding Rain Raises Flooding Fears in Texas
Texas had a dry summer, and rain on Wednesday could run off the arid ground like water on concrete.
FlyDubai Flight to Israel Diverted After Clash Between Pilots: What We Know and Don’t Know
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel said one of the pilots may have been attempting to crash the flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv. The plane landed in Saudi Arabia and all passengers were safe.
CNBC
Fed's Kashkari says inflation is 'still too high' even after softer-than-expected PCE data, labor market is 'pretty good'
Kashkari sat down with CNBC's Steve Liesman for an exclusive conversation Wednesday night.
Trump 'thinking about' diesel export ban, but says it could have 'negative impact' on gasoline
Trump recently said he was "very seriously" considering a diesel export ban, despite warnings from the U.S. oil industry that doing so would raise prices.
Eli Lilly says closely watched combo obesity regimen boosts weight loss in mid-stage trial
Lilly said it plans to start Phase 3 trials on the combo regimen adding its amylin drug eloralintide to tirzepatide at the end of the year.
Google rolls out Gemini 4 Argon, its most advanced AI model
Gemini 4 Argon is Alphabet's most advanced model yet, with major coding, cybersecurity, and complex professional work improvements.
Trump's meeting with tech leaders leaves AI safety more unsettled than ever
Following Trump's lunch with artificial intelligence leaders at the White House, the industry remains largely unchanged on AI safety.
Meta stock enjoys best month since 2022 on AI momentum
Meta stock had its best month in almost four years as investors cheer the social media giant's recent momentum in artificial intelligence.
Elon Musk, Palmer Luckey and Newt Gingrich to help Pentagon with warfare initiative, Hegseth says
Pete Hegseth, in remarks about the state of the military, announced a project led by two GOP-supporting tech executives to examine military capabilities.
Kalshi, Polymarket trading volumes on some products raise questions amid massive growth
Unusual trading patterns on Kalshi and Polymarket are drawing scrutiny as experts debate whether reported volumes reflect organic market activity.
Micron beats on earnings and issues strong guidance as data center revenue jumps 11-fold
Micron is up over 500% in the past year as the company benefits from soaring AI demand.
Sen. Hawley: OpenAI CEO Sam Altman declined to testify at rogue AI hearing
A Senate subcommittee on Wednesday is examining rogue AI, after a series of AI cyberattacks and increasing warnings about the risks of the technology.
Washington Post
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US Supreme Court allows execution of Christa Pike to go ahead
The death by lethal injection was scheduled to happen earlier on Wednesday before judges from an appeals court halted the execution.
Conservatives pledge 'tough love' benefit rules for under-25s
The party says it would bring in new work requirements for young people claiming Universal Credit.
Flydubai passenger describes putting attacker in chokehold after cockpit stabbing
Other passengers on the Israel-bound flight described the "terrifying" moment the plane dropped.
What we know about stabbing on Israel-bound plane
A pilot has been arrested and is being questioned after another pilot was stabbed, officials say.
Veteran broadcaster Dame Esther Rantzen dies aged 86
Rantzen, who fronted the BBC's That's Life for two decades, went on to found Childline, and in recent years had been a campaigner for assisted dying.
UK believes Iran involved in RAF Fairford incident, PM says
Iran's foreign minister has responded, saying the PM was "barking up the wrong tree".
Punish Man City this season, say other club chiefs
Manchester City's punishment for breaching Premier League rules should be handed down before the end of this season, senior football figures tell BBC Sport.
Bayeux Tapestry tour added for blind people after legal threat
The British Museum will offer an audio-described Bayeux Tapestry tour for people with impaired vision.
Infantino should have no place in future of football - Pinto
The computer hacker who released documents which led to the Premier League investigation into Manchester City says Gianni Infantino "should have no place in the future of the game".
Respect and laughs as Fury and Joshua face off
After more than a decade of public feuding and false starts, Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua exchange pleasantries, trade jokes and even discuss going for a pint at a news conference in London.
The Independent
Trump breaks silence on taxpayer-funded ‘campaign ads’ as even Republicans balk
Trump says he will ‘gladly pay the money’ to run the ads himself if it’s ‘wrong’ to use millions of taxpayer dollars
Terror at 34,000ft: All we know about ‘hijacking’ attempt on flight to Israel as suspect arrested
Israeli officials said the co-pilot of a plane carrying 150 passengers tried to crash the aircraft before he was subdued
Judge keeps Venezuelan delivery driver shot by ICE in custody for alleged assault
A Venezuelan delivery driver shot by an ICE agent in Texas has been ordered to remain jailed on charges of assaulting an officer
Swiss glaciers lose over 5% of ice volume in 2026 as heat waves, low winter snow accelerate thaw
Experts report that glaciers in Switzerland have lost 5.5% of their ice volume this year due to heat waves and low winter snowfall
Dame Esther Rantzen’s moving final farewell message revealed: ‘See you on the other side’
‘Sadly, all good things come to an end,’ the former TV presenter said in a final message to her fans
Energy price cap rise of 4% takes effect amid warnings of 16% New Year increase
Campaigners have urged the Government to make plans now to support all households with energy costs this winter.
Newborn babies in England now being tested for SMA after Jesy Nelson campaign
Testing for the rare genetic condition is being incorporated into the heel prick test
The Brit Awards boosted Manchester economy by £5m, study finds
The annual awards ceremony, widely regarded as the UK’s biggest night in music, was hosted in the North West for the first time this year.
UK launches new vaping tax to deter young people and tackle illegal trading
The new tax comes into effect on Thursday
Experts issue warning over scam ‘energy-saving devices’ which could cause fires and electric shock
Products claiming to lower energy costs have failed standard safety testing, new investigation reveals
