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CBC.ca
At least 20 believed dead in high-speed train crash in Spain, authorities say
Authorities estimate that more than 20 people were killed in a high-speed train crash in southern Spain.
Wildfires in Chile kill at least 18: authorities
Wildfires raging across central and southern Chile on Sunday left at least 18 people dead, scorched thousands of acres of forest and destroyed hundreds of homes, authorities said, as the South American country swelters under a heat wave.
Lululemon's next CEO will need to refine and innovate: experts
In the last two years, Lululemon's rivals have upped their game, while the Vancouver-based retailer has been criticized for a lack of new styles, had to remove a leggings line that failed with customers, and saw its stock tumble by almost 60 per cent.
Trump's 'Board of Peace' proposal met with skepticism, caution amid shaky Gaza ceasefire
The two-year war in Gaza between Israel and Hamas eased with a ceasefire three months ago, but there has been neither peace nor reconstruction. Phase 2 promises progress, but the peace process itself is becoming increasingly controversial.
'Generational talent': Michael Phelps's former coach says comparisons to Summer McIntosh are fair
Without a moment’s hesitation, unflinching really, legendary swimming coach Bob Bowman jumped to his answer when asked if the many comparisons made between the greatest swimmer ever — Michael Phelps — and Canadian swimming sensation Summer McIntosh were warranted and fair.
Why taxpayers are still footing bill for airline complaints process
The airline complaints process costs taxpayers nearly $30 million a year. Parliament ordered airlines to help pay, but internal documents obtained by CBC’s Go Public reveal delays and political pressure.
Survey from Winnipeg spa asked 'blatantly disrespectful' question about 'purity of the country': customer
The parent company of Winnipeg spa Thermea is pulling a guest experience survey that asked what one customer says were "highly inappropriate" questions, including one asking if immigration is a threat to "the purity of the country."
Are you overpaying for a lab-grown diamond?: CBC Marketplace cheat sheet
The CBC's Marketplace rounds up the consumer and health news you need from the week.
Life on a highway: What it’s like for southern Alberta communities divided by a major thoroughfare
CBC News has been travelling to small towns across Alberta, hosting conversations about local successes and challenges. Highways are a recurrent theme — a boon to businesses and tourism, but also a safety concern.
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Toronto Star
U.S. women strike gold with 2-0 win over Canada in U18 world hockey championship
SYDNEY - Canada's unbeaten run at the Under-18 women's world hockey championship came to an end Sunday.
When there's a snowstorm and the city's plows don't turn up, here's what you're responsible for
If residents don’t clear snow and ice from public and private property, which includes sidewalks, they can face fines.
NFL again faces questions about the definition of a catch after disputed pick in Bills-Broncos game
Hey, NFL: What’s a catch?
High-speed trains collide after one derails in southern Spain, killing at least 21
A high-speed train derailed, jumped onto the track in the opposite direction and slammed into an oncoming train, killing at least 21 people.
On-duty Ontario Provincial Police officer charged with impaired driving
An Ontario provincial constable with 17 years of service is facing criminal impaired driving charges while on duty.
SIU investigating after Durham officer, suspect shot during armed person call in Oshawa
The shooting occurred in the area of Simcoe Street South and Wentworth Street East.
Mark Carney brushes off Doug Ford’s anger over China EV tariff cuts
In Qatar, the prime minister said the vehicle imports he's prepared to allow into Canada are just a small fraction of the consumer market.
US-based activist agency says it has verified 3,919 deaths from Iran protests
The death toll exceeds that of any other round of protest or unrest in Iran in decades, and recalls the chaos surrounding the 1979 revolution.
$1 billion gets a permanent seat on Trump's Board of Peace for Gaza, as India and others invited
The U.S. is expected to announce its official list of members in the coming days, likely during the World Economic Forum meeting in Switzerland.
Canada starts to showcase its 2026 World Cup identity in win over Guatemala
Canada coach Jesse Marsch liked what he saw as the camp culminated in a 1-0 victory over Guatemala in Saturday night’s meeting in Los Angeles.
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Globe and Mail
China’s economy grows 5% in 2025, spurred by exports despite Trump’s tariffs
Growth slowed to a 4.5% rate in the last quarter of the year, the slowest quarterly growth since late 2022
Greenland has become the epicentre of the growing rift between Europe and the U.S.
Trump’s tariff threats on NATO allies that don’t back his plan to acquire the island has struck a nerve with European leaders
Train crash in southern Spain leaves at least 21 dead, dozens injured
Train derailed, jumped track and collided with another oncoming train in Andalucia, emergency services say
Observers cast doubt on Ugandan election results after President’s landslide victory
Yoweri Museveni will extend his 40-year grip on power, officials say he won 72% of the vote
Trump’s preoccupation with Greenland reflects how his presidency is reshaping the world order
‘Need’ for Greenland is an example of how global expectations of strategic thinking from the U.S. have been upended
U.S. peace deal talks to continue in Davos this week, says top Ukrainian negotiator
Meeting with Witkoff and Kushner in Florida focused on security guarantees and a postwar recovery plan, Rustem Umerov says
Wildfires ravage Chile, leaving 18 dead and forcing thousands to flee
Wildfires raging across central and southern Chile on Sunday left at least 18 people dead, scorched thousands of acres of forest and destroyed scores of homes, authorities said.
Chilean wildfires leave at least 18 dead, force thousands to flee
State of catastrophe declared in country’s central Biobio region and neighboring Ñuble region
Pentagon readies 1,500 soldiers for potential Minnesota deployment
The Pentagon has ordered about 1,500 active-duty soldiers to prepare for a possible deployment to Minnesota, the site of large protests against the government's deportation drive, officials told Reuters on Sunday.
Syrian government, SDF agree integration deal to end fighting
Deal will bring Kurdish civilian and military authorities under central government control
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Global News
Wildfires raging across Chile kill at least 18, force thousands to flee
Chilean President Gabriel Boric declared a state of catastrophe in the country’s central Biobio region and the neighboring Ñuble region.
Carney agrees ‘in principle’ to Trump’s Gaza peace board
The Board of Peace is part of the peace plan brokered by President Donald Trump that saw a ceasefire take hold between Israel and Hamas in Gaza.
Qatar to invest in Canada’s major building projects, Carney says
Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada will complete a long-stalled investment agreement with Qatar following his meeting Sunday with Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani
Carney calls Trump’s Greenland tariff threats an ‘escalation’
European and Canadian leaders have condemned Trump’s threatened tariffs over Greenland, emphasizing respect for Danish sovereignty and Arctic security.
Canada talks trade with Qatar as Carney touches down in Doha
Prime Minister Mark Carney landed in Qatar Saturday as Canada looks to deepen ties with the country and form a strategic partner for investment and long-term economic cooperation.
How could Canada, EU, NATO respond to a U.S. takeover of Greenland?
From a 'trade bazooka' to a sweeping ban on U.S. tech companies like Meta and others, here's how NATO, the EU and Canada could respond if the U.S. invades Greenland.
Louvre raises ticket prices for non-Europeans, hitting Canadian visitors
France has hiked ticket prices at the Louvre for visitors from outside the European Union, a move that is fuelling debate over the growing backlash against overtourism.
Canada-China trade deal framed as a win for B.C.’s economy
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a new deal with Beijing on electric vehicles and canola at the end of a high-profile trip on Friday.
Iran protests appear to calm, fate of detained demonstrators unclear
A senior hard-line cleric called Friday for the death penalty for detainees and directly threatened U.S. President Donald Trump, as the death toll from the protests rose.
Canadian canola farmers express ‘cautious optimism’ over trade agreement with China
Canadian farmers are hailing news that China has agreed to slash duties on imports of Canadian canola products as 'an important milestone' in the countries' trading relationship.
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New York Times
Springsteen Denounces ICE Deployments and Renee Good’s Killing
In a surprise appearance in New Jersey, the musician dedicated his song “The Promised Land” to Ms. Good, who was killed by an ICE agent in Minneapolis this month.
Josh Shapiro Writes That Harris Team Asked if He Had Ever Been an Israeli Agent
In his new memoir, the Pennsylvania governor suggests that when Kamala Harris’s team vetted him to be her running mate, aides focused on Israel to an extent he found offensive.
China’s Population Shrinks Again as Policies Fail to Reverse Decline
With fewer babies and more deaths, China’s population fell for a fourth straight year as policymakers face a demographic crisis in the making.
Real Estate Crash Weighs on China’s Economic Growth
Falling apartment prices have erased the savings of millions of Chinese households, but exports lifted the economy to 5 percent growth last year.
One Month Later, CBS Airs Postponed ‘60 Minutes’ Report With Few Changes
A 13-minute segment about Venezuelan men deported by the Trump administration had been pulled at the last minute by CBS News’s editor in chief, Bari Weiss.
Winter Storm Brings Snow and Cold Temps as Far South as Florida and Georgia
Snow fell as far south as Florida and Georgia on Sunday but mostly melted by the afternoon. The same storm system brought snow to the Northeast, with a second round expected Sunday night.
San Francisco Mourns Its Beloved Alligator, Claude
The 30-year-old albino resident of the California Academy of Sciences died last month. On Sunday, thousands paid tribute.
In Minneapolis, a Pattern of Misconduct Toward Protesters
Legal and criminal justice experts said a ruling by a federal judge last week revealed conduct by immigration agents that evokes the civil rights era.
Martin Luther King’s Son to the Supreme Court: Preserve Our Democracy
Martin Luther King’s son and Norm Ornstein, a leading scholar of voting rights, discuss a case that could hollow out the Voting Rights Act.
What the ‘Dude’ Who Shot Renee Good Couldn’t Hear
The ICE agent who shot Renee Good did not seem to hear what she was really saying.
CNBC
Asia-Pacific markets mostly slip as investors assess Greenland developments and key China data
China released its fourth-quarter GDP numbers, along with December figures for retail sales, urban investment and industrial output.
China fourth-quarter growth slows to 4.5%, weakest in nearly three years as consumption misses forecasts
China's economic growth slowed to the weakest level in nearly three years in the fourth quarter as domestic demand softened.
What the U.S.-Taiwan deal means for the island's 'silicon shield'
The U.S.-Taiwan deal aimed at expanding chip production capacity in the U.S. may not fully wean Washington off the island's most advanced semiconductors.
CNBC Daily Open: Trump's Greenland tariffs draw the EU into the fray
If economic sanctions are designed to apply pressure without firing a shot, then U.S. President Donald Trump has aimed at America's closest military allies.
Billionaires have ‘outsized’ political influence — and they’re richer than ever, says Oxfam
Billionaires' wealth has risen sharply to a record high of $18.3 trillion — with the super-rich seeking power "for their own gain," according to Oxfam.
He worked four blue-collar jobs in his teens to stay afloat. Today, his fintech startup is worth $8 billion
Jack Zhang worked as a dishwasher, bartender and cashier at a petrol station before he started Airwallex. Today, his fintech startup is worth $8 billion.
Why South Korean noodle companies are betting on an overseas appetite for growth
Higher average selling prices, the popularity of K-pop, and a tepid domestic market are pushing noodle makers to look for growth overseas.
Supreme Court unlikely to overturn Trump tariffs, his ‘signature economic policy’: Bessent
Bessent's comments come one day after Trump said he would impose new tariffs on some European goods until a deal is struck for the U.S. to acquire Greenland.
Trump wants nations to pay $1 billion for permanent Board of Peace seats
The Trump administration wants nations to pay $1 billion to remain on his Gaza peace board, reports show.
Trump says 8 European nations face tariffs rising to 25% if Greenland isn't sold to the U.S.
Trump recently hinted that he may pursue a tariff strategy on Greenland similar to the one he used to force foreign countries to change their drug prices.
Washington Post
European nations weigh retaliation after Trump’s Greenland threats
Trump’s new warning to impose tariffs on nations opposing his bid to acquire Greenland threatens U.S. military and trade alliances built up over decades.
Trump plans to charge $1 billion for permanent seat on ‘Board of Peace’
New details about a Trump-led board conceived to oversee rebuilding in Gaza have given rise to predictions that it could be used in place of U.N.’s traditional role.
Syria says it has reached ceasefire with U.S.-backed Kurdish militia
The ceasefire with the Syrian Democratic Forces, a U.S. ally against the Islamic State, came after the group lost much of its territory in a weekend of clashes.
Putin’s global standing takes a hit as Russia’s allies are brought low
As allies like Venezuela, Syria and Iran get picked off or bombed, Putin’s international promises are regarded as more hollow than ever and his lies less convincing.
After 75 years, a radio soap opera still has Britain on edge of its seat
Life, death and dairy unfold in 13-minute episodes, six days a week on “The Archers,” a wildly popular BBC radio serial. Queen Camilla is one of 5 million fans.
Some Venezuelan prisoners are being freed. Others have disappeared.
At least 50 prisoners in Venezuela’s prison system have been transferred to undisclosed locations. Families are pushing for answers.
Melting ice may raise Greenland’s value. Trump’s fight may be just the start.
Trump has said he wants the territory because of its strategic location. Maps show how a melting Arctic is affecting geopolitics.
Trump announces tariffs on European countries opposing Greenland takeover
The move escalates tensions between the U.S. and longtime allies that have been sending Trump a message that the territory of Denmark is not for sale.
In Iran crisis, Trump confronted limits of U.S. military power
The president and his national security advisers contemplated striking Iran but backed away as costs loomed and Middle East allies lobbied for restraint.
In Denmark, U.S. lawmakers contradict Trump on Greenland
Leaders of the bipartisan delegation said most Americans don’t want to acquire the territory, and thousands of Danes joined Hands-off Greenland protests.
BBC
Eight dead, dozens missing in massive Pakistan mall fire
The blaze at the Gul Plaza in Karachi raged for more than 24 hours before it was put out.
China hits growth goal after 5% rise in exports despite US tariffs
Official figures show the economy grew by 5% in 2025 but slowed to 4.5% in the final three months of the year.
PM to give No 10 speech after weekend of Greenland and tariffs turmoil
Sir Keir Starmer is due to respond to US President Donald Trump's latest move to take over the Danish territory.
At least 21 killed in Spain after crash involving high-speed trains
The incident happened near the town of Adamuz, close to the city of Cordoba.
The Papers: 'EU weighs up €93bn retaliation' and 'Raducanu's fine start'
The fallout from Donald Trump's tariff threat to EU allies that oppose his campaign to annex Greenland dominates Monday's papers.
How crypto criminals stole $700 million from people - often using age-old tricks
As crypto wealth continues to grow, criminals are mixing sophisticated hacks with deception, and in some cases, real life violence.
Diaz will 'have nightmares' over 'Panenka' failure
Brahim Diaz had the chance to win Afcon for Morocco, but his choice to try a Panenka ended up costing his side dearly as Senegal hit back to win the game in extra time.
'Shameful' and 'terrible look' - the chaos that marred Senegal's Afcon triumph
Senegal beat Morocco to win the Africa Cup of Nations for a second time - but only after the final was overshadowed when they temporarily refuse to play after the hosts are awarded a controversial stoppage time-penalty with the match 0-0.
Alzheimer's finger-prick blood test could transform diagnosis, experts say
An international trial involving 1,000 volunteers will aim to detect biomarkers associated with the condition.
Will Frank and Glasner see the season out?
Match of the Day's Kelly Cates, Joe Hart and Ellen White discuss whether it is possible for Tottenham manager Thomas Frank and Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner to remain at their clubs until the end of the season.
The Independent
Spain train crash latest: At least 21 dead and more than 100 injured after two high-speed trains collide
A total of 100 people were injured, 25 seriously, according to Spain’s national broadcaster
Trump-Greenland latest: EU ‘prepares €93bn tariffs’ after US president’s threats to Nato allies
Eight countries under threat of Trump’s tariffs, including the UK, earlier said it would risk causing a ‘downward spiral’
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Drone strikes ‘cut power to 200,000 homes in occupied southern Ukraine’
A Kremlin-installed local official said strikes disrupted power in the Zaporizhzhia region
Factory explosion in China's Inner Mongolia region kills 2 and hospitalizes 84
Chinese police have detained those in charge of a steel factory in Inner Mongolia after an explosion killed two people
China's economy grows 5% in 2025, buoyed by strong exports despite Trump's tariffs
China has reported its economy expanded at a 5% annual pace in 2025, buoyed by strong exports despite U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs
Crowd cheers after heckler shouts ‘leave Greenland alone’ during Star-Spangled Banner at NBA game
The outburst follows Trump intensifying efforts to push to bring Greenland under US control
Starmer tells Trump it is ‘wrong’ to impose tariffs on Nato allies
The prime minister will face questions on the government’s approach to dealing with the increasingly volatile US administration in the wake of Donald Trump’s fresh tariff threats
Senegal erupts in joy after dramatic win to take the Africa Cup of Nations
Senegal is celebrating after its soccer team defeated Morocco 1-0 to win the Africa Cup of Nations
Oxfam warns of ‘dangerous inequality’ as billionaire wealth jumps to highest peak ever
The total number of billionaires in the world has now reached 3,000 for the first time ever, while nearly half of the world’s population lives in poverty, the report says
