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CBC.ca

Carney, Smith say new West Coast pipeline could get oil companies building again

It's been a relatively quiet decade in Alberta's oilsands, but the federal and provincial governments believe a new West Coast pipeline coupled with policy shifts might help turn up the volume. Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith say that if oilsands companies start building again — as they hope — it will be different this time around.

Ottawa launches new national AI council to advise on safety, deployment

Prime Minister Mark Carney's new national council on artificial intelligence is meant to provide the government with guidance on the evolution of its AI strategy and on making the technology safer.

Actor and advocate Michael J. Fox promoted to companion level in Order of Canada

Celebrated actor and Parkinson's disease activist Michael J. Fox said he felt both "pride" and "humility" while receiving a promotion within the Order of Canada on Friday.

Stellantis says tariffs, consumer demand driving weeks-long layoffs at Windsor plant

Global carmaker Stellantis says tariffs and consumer demand in North America are driving weeks-long layoffs at the company's plant in Windsor, Ont.

Legal battles mount over the off-reserve Millennium Scoop

Courts countrywide are grappling with the complex question of whether federal and provincial governments can be sued for the stark overrepresentation of Indigenous children in the off-reserve child welfare system, delivering dizzyingly mixed results.

Brooke Eby, TikToker who used wit and sincerity to educate people about her life with ALS, dead at 37

Brooke Eby, a U.S. woman who shared her diagnosis of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS, with honesty and humour, amassing millions of views on Instagram and TikTok, has died of the disease at 37.

No Canadians elected to world hockey governing body; Turkey, New Zealand represented

Hockey Canada president and chief executive officer Katherine Henderson was up for one of the minimum three female spots on the IIHF council at Friday's election, but was eliminated in the second of three rounds of voting in Tenerife, Spain. That means no Canadians have been elected to the council, a surprising result for a nation considered one of the sport's powerhouses.

CBS Sports describes Tony Romo's permanent exit as mutual parting

CBS Sports and Tony Romo have officially parted ways, one month after the former Dallas Cowboys quarterback pleaded no contest to charges of operating a vehicle while intoxicated.

Gypsy Rose Blanchard speaks out about death of her ex-fiancé, Ken Urker

Gypsy Rose Blanchard, who spent more than seven years in prison for her mother's murder, is speaking out after Ken Urker, her former fiancé and the father of her daughter, died yesterday.
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Toronto Star

Stephen Harper warns Albertans against supporting separatists

"I love my country, and I love my province," the former prime minister wrote. "I do not wish to pit one against the other. I believe that is how most Albertans feel."

Korean company eyes joint venture in Canadian auto sector despite losing sub bid

Hanwha Group, which lost this year's contest to build the navy's new fleet of submarines, is considering a partnership to make military vehicles in Canada.

The city has released 'made-in-Toronto' fourplex and sixplex designs. Here's what they look like

The new designs could boost the number of multiplexes being built in Toronto and help address the demand for housing, the city says

These Toronto condo builders are betting on a luxury tower with just 3 units per floor. Will the rich bite?

For developers trying to push through the condo crash, affluent downsizers are the new target buyer.

More of Toronto's new builds are multiplexes — but the city still lags Western counterparts

Small infill homes made up 10 times more of Toronto's housing starts last year than in 2023, CMHC says.

Mississauga mayoral debate gets 'out of control': Here are 3 key takeaways

The closely watched race saw incumbent Carolyn Parrish spar with challengers Bonnie Crombie, Alvin Tedjo and Dipika Damerla on Thursday night.

We fought 2 years to see the Ontario mayors' group chat. Here's what we found

One organization fought ceaselessly, with the help of a large, well-respected Bay Street law firm, to conceal this correspondence from the public.

Mark Carney's push to expedite a major oil pipeline faces potential legal fight with First Nations

The head of the Assembly of First Nations reacted to national-interest designation for the pipeline by noting 'we win in court.'

Mark Carney designates West Coast pipeline as first national-interest project

Carney extolled the pipeline project as an economic boon that will rake billions of dollars into federal coffers and create 140,000 construction jobs.

Health care workers urge Doug Ford to quash plan to remove Toronto bike lanes in open letter

In September, the Ford government issued a request for proposal to remove or reconfigure over 19 kilometres of Toronto bike lanes.
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Globe and Mail

Christa Pike on ventilator, unconscious after failed Tennessee execution, attorneys say

The failure has left both sides of the death penalty debate demanding answers

Carney to visit Turkey this month, sources say, as he seeks to diversify trade ties

It would be the first dedicated bilateral visit to the country by a Canadian leader

NY Governor says system 'failed' Jane Doe in Cornell rape case

New York Governor Kathy Hochul appointed state Attorney-General Letitia James as special prosecutor in the case of the alleged 2024 gang rape of a Cornell University student.

Saudi Arabia plans assault on Iran-backed Houthis to break Red Sea chokehold

Operation, expected to be launched in the coming weeks, will by led by Yemeni forces on the ground and supported by Saudi air strikes, sources say

Nike’s challenges test investor confidence in CEO’s turnaround effort

Many of the problems company veteran Elliott Hill was hired to fix continue to weigh on the shoe business

Tesla’s car business back on growth path as deliveries beat forecasts

The stock, which has lost about one-fifth value so far this year, rose more than 5% in early trading

Cornell accuser was ‘failed’ by people obligated to protect her, NY Governor says

Kathy Hochul said she decided to appoint A-G Letitia James to take over the case after learning ‘troubling details’ about how authorities have handled the woman’s claims thus far

Israel to start repatriating passengers stranded in UAE after FlyDubai attack

Authorities in Israel, Saudi Arabia, the UAE and beyond are grappling with the fallout from the incident that has raised questions about the state of aviation security

OPEC+ reportedly delays capacity review after Iran war disrupts oil projects

Review is now expected to be completed ‌by mid-November

G7 countries agree to release 100 million barrels of oil, beginning with diesel

Trump spoke overnight with Macron about addressing rising fuel prices, which have hit record highs in the U.S.
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Global News

Europe to release reserve oil and diesel after threats from Trump

The Group of Seven industrial nations said Friday that they plan to release 100 million barrels of oil and fuel products in the coming weeks.

As Texas declares state of emergency over fuel shortage, what’s dyed diesel

As global oil supplies continue to tighten up amid ongoing geopolitical conflicts that have pushed up fuel prices, the governor of Texas has declared a state of emergency.

U.S. reportedly threatens EU diesel export ban unless reserve fuel released

The U.S. is reportedly threatening to ban exports of diesel fuel to parts of Europe, unless countries like Germany and France release more of their diesel reserves.

Indian airline captain hailed as hero after cockpit attack on FlyDubai flight

Capt. Smit Machchhar was seriously injured in Wednesday's attack. Passengers described how the pilot still managed to open the cockpit door to let them in.

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.
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New York Times

Judge Blocks Border Wall Construction in Big Bend in Texas

The ruling dealt a setback to the Trump administration’s plans for hundreds of miles of barriers that have drawn local opposition.

Why Cybertrucks, McMansions and ‘Greige’ Matter

The modern right has a theory of beauty. Does the left?

California Sues to Block Trump From Weakening Fuel Economy Rules

The lawsuit is the 97th the state has filed against the Trump administration over the past year and a half.

Student Protests Rattle France as Police Clashes Bring Blockades and Tear Gas

Days of unrest have affected more than 1,000 schools across France as high school students push for better standards.

Christa Pike Unconscious and on Ventilator After Execution Attempt

Her condition raises questions about whether Tennessee could attempt to execute her again if she is incapable of understanding what is happening.

Republicans Pull Money From North Carolina Senate Race As Midterm Prospects Dim

As the Republicans try to hold their majority, the Senate Leadership Fund is diverting resources to Kansas, which has become a growing concern for the party.

Trump Directed Use of Taxpayer Money for Ads Praising His Presidency

The government-funded ads show just how much President Trump has been able to use federal money for his own aims.

Man Accused of Sex Assault Seeks to Expunge Cornell’s Finding of Related Violation

A panel found the man responsible for attempted sexual exploitation, barred him from contact with the woman and required him to take a class and write a paper.

Missouri Man Discovers Michael McDonald of the Doobie Brothers Is His Biological Father

Michael Goessling’s first phone call with his biological father brought a shock: He was speaking to Michael McDonald of the Doobie Brothers.

National Science Foundation Diverted $1.4 Billion in Science Funds Mandated by Congress

The move, affecting about one-fifth of the National Science Foundation’s primary research budget, is the latest sign of how the White House is asserting more control over grants.

CNBC

DOJ says it will not reopen criminal probe into former Fed Chair Powell

The confirmation comes after the Fed's inspector general report that said there were no grounds for a criminal referral over the mismanaged headquarters renovation.

10-year Treasury yield ticks higher despite weaker-than-expected jobs report

U.S. Treasury yields rose despite a September jobs report came in much weaker than expected.

G7 nations to release diesel stocks as wars in Europe and Middle East constrain fuel supplies

EU countries are set for crisis talks on soaring diesel prices, with officials warning a U.S. export ban could hurt Europe’s economic outlook.

FAA says Boeing 737 Max software glitch not a flight-safety issue

The FAA on Monday said it was reviewing the software glitch, which could affect procedures during certain landings.

How AI is redefining Wall Street jobs — and boosting demand for this new 'hottest skill' by 1,721%

Banks are fueling a hiring surge for AI engineers who are good at "agent orchestration" — the ability to coordinate teams of specialized agents.

David Ellison says combined Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery will be named Skydance

It's a full-circle moment for a company that has undergone two major acquisitions within the last 18 months.

Why Lilly and Novo are betting on amylin to power a new wave of obesity drugs after GLP-1s

Eli Lilly and Novo are developing new amylin drugs that serve as another biological lever to pull in treating obesity and diabetes.

Men are losing ground in the labor market. Here's why

Women outnumbered men in the workforce for eight straight months as of September, according to one analysis.

Ford fends off Hyundai to retain No. 3 U.S. sales position in third quarter

Ford on Friday reported a year-over-year sales decline of 6.6% during the third quarter to 507,395 light-duty vehicles.

Tesla stock jumps 5% on better-than-expected vehicle deliveries report

Tesla's core autos business is under pressure as Chinese and European carmakers roll out affordable and innovative EVs.

Washington Post

FlyDubai pilot describes harrowing attack in call with Indian prime minister

Smit Machchhar, an Indian national, spoke from his hospital bed in Abu Dhabi, according to a video shared by Narendra Modi.

Ex-Harrods owner potentially trafficked women on ‘shocking’ scale, official says

“The scale of potential trafficking in the Al Fayed case is deeply shocking,” said Eleanor Lyons, Britain’s antislavery commissioner.

Attempted hijacking sets off firestorm in Israel amid election race

Supporters of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu call him “Mr. Security.” Critics said this week’s FlyDubai incident, a day after he warned of a possible attack against Israel, was another security lapse on his watch.

While the U.S. debates AI risks, China mandates universal training for students

Beijing aims to provide artificial intelligence education in all of the country’s schools by 2030, while demand for AI-themed study tours surged this summer.

Bolivia arrests its attorney general after U.S. accuses him of narco corruption

Authorities arrested 14 people, including four whom they said were sneaking cash out of Attorney General Roger Mariaca’s home and into an ambulance.

Trump defies Democrats, diverts aid for Europe to Latin America instead

The diverted funds include tens of millions of dollars that Congress approved for countries affected by the war in Ukraine.

U.K. arrests Iranian dual national on suspicion of involvement in air base plot

Police provided no further details on the latest suspect beyond identifying him as a 27-year-old man who was detained in London.

Doctors Without Borders employee working on Ebola response tests positive for virus

There have been nearly 4,000 deaths and more than 8,000 cases in the fast-growing outbreak.

Co-pilot who tried to crash FlyDubai jet was ‘radicalized,’ Israel says

Authorities were trying to determine how an Omani co-pilot nearly crashed a Tel Aviv-bound jet. An Israel official said the co-pilot had “the motive to kill Jews."

Singapore launches government dating app as birth rate plunges

The city-state’s hands-on government helps with housing, health care, marriage, having kids and retirement. Add dating to the list.

BBC

Bath gain revenge on Exeter to win 11-try thriller

After losing to Exeter at home in the Prem semi-final last season, Bath beat the Chiefs 40-34 in another thriller.

Riot police clash with students as education protests rage in France

About 735 schools have faced disruption as violent protests over standards and lack of teachers continue.

Men charged over alleged plot to target Manchester Jewish community

The pair were arrested in the Northern Quarter area of the city on the eve of Yom Kippur.

US murderer Christa Pike unconscious and on ventilator after failed execution, lawyers say

As of Thursday night, Pike remained critically ill and is being treated at a hospital in Nashville, Tennessee.

G7 to release 100 million barrels of oil and diesel after Trump export ban threat

The coordinated release is aimed at heading off further price spikes and avoiding a ban on US diesel exports.

London Fire Brigade named in Met's evidence file on Grenfell fire

Police have sent files on the Kensington and Chelsea Tenants Management Organisation to prosecutors.

Widdecombe suspect charged with planning terror act against Farage

Counter terror police say the further charge comes after a "hugely intensive and complex investigation".

Man City whistleblower to lose witness protection

Portuguese computer hacker who released documents which led to the Premier League investigation into Manchester City set to lose his witness protection despite fears for his life.

What we know about Cornell University frat house rape investigation

The woman alleges she was drugged and raped at a fraternity house at the university two years ago.

Alison Hammond has heart check-up in hospital after rushing off This Morning while on air

The host says she is "fine" but getting checked after leaving midway through Friday's This Morning.

The Independent

Iran-US war latest: Trump gives new reason for starting conflict after threatening to hit Iran ‘very hard’

​The president has always said the ongoing conflict was launched to prevent Tehran from obtaining a nuclear weapon

Trump says ‘I feel badly’ for accused Cornell gang rapists because his nemesis is investigating them

Trump was prosecuted by New York AG Letitia James, who is taking over the Ivy League rape investigation, for business fraud after losing the 2020 election

Nolo strengthens to a hurricane again in the Pacific Ocean

Forecasters say Tropical Storm Nolo has strengthened to a hurricane again in the Pacific Ocean

Israel flight hijacking latest: UAE calls attack terrorism after Netanyahu says ‘whoever sent him will pay heavy price’

The flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv plunged approximately 13,000 feet in 30 seconds after the pilot lost control of the aircraft

In a 99-cent AriZona Iced Tea can, echoes of childhood autonomy and fleeting freedoms

AriZona Iced Tea has long been a symbol of childhood autonomy and simple pleasures

Tories pledge to slash overseas aid budget to fund ‘biggest prison increase since Queen Victoria’

The Tories said their plans would see the vast majority of extra spaces created over the course of a single Parliament and the full increase would be complete within seven years

Christa Pike is on life support after ‘IV issue’ led to failed execution, attorneys say

The execution team worked for an hour to administer the lethal drugs, according to Pike's defense lawyer who counted at least seven needles in her arm

Cyclospora found at Mexican farmed linked to lettuce outbreak, FDA says

The Food and Drug Administration says it found the cyclospora parasite at a Mexican farm identified as the source of a massive lettuce-borne outbreak

GOP Rep. and longtime ally of Marco Rubio gets 10-year sentence for secret Venezuela lobbying

‘This is a classic money laundering case,’ the judge said Friday in rejecting Rivera’s motion to lower the federal guidelines range

Trump aide Natalie Harp outshines Melania, Usha and Susie Wiles on Washington power ranking: ‘Wild stuff’

‘Incredibly powerful and accomplished women. And then there’s Natalie Harp,’ wrote one commenter