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CBC.ca
Cruise billed as floating home suspends global voyage over fuel costs, stranding passengers
A U.S. cruise ship on an around-the-world voyage that touted its cabins as floating homes suspended its three-year voyage in Cambodia due to fuel costs, forcing hundreds of passengers to disembark.
An update on CBC’s plans to open new world bureaus
New bureaus in China, Mexico and Berlin will soon add to CBC News's efforts to deliver international reporting by Canadians, for Canadians.
46% of Canadian CEOs eyeing AI-driven growth with smaller staff, poll shows
A poll of 50 CEOs of large Canadian companies shows nearly half are eyeing smaller, more productive workforces with the help of AI.
Parti Québécois promises to abolish time change, starting next year
The PQ intends to table a bill in the coming months, and hear from experts in a parliamentary committee.
Oil trading in triple digits, but Canadian crude selling at steeper discount
Canadian oil is typically sold at a discount compared to the North American benchmark, but that gap has widened in recent months with no clear short-term solution in sight.
Safe but excluded: Bureaucratic hurdles keep refugee kids from Gaza out of Alberta schools
Community advocates say they’ve seen families wait anywhere from 40 days to seven months to get their work permits, which Alberta requires before kids can be enrolled in school as local residents.
At least 64 dead in crash between 2 trains in central Spain, authorities say
A high-speed train slammed into the rear of another train that had stopped, derailing two cars and killing at least 64 people on Wednesday in central Spain, the Castilla La Mancha regional government said.
Polls open across Manitoba for the 'wonderful opportunity' to vote in municipal elections
Municipal election day is underway across Manitoba. Voting locations are open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Netanyahu, Eisenkot stake rival claims to lead Israel after deadlocked vote
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and rival Gadi Eisenkot offered competing claims to lead Israel after Tuesday's election, with Netanyahu calling for a right-wing government and Eisenkot saying voters had rejected the longtime Israeli leader, even as early counting showed no clear winner.
Why historic wins for women in Ontario's municipal elections are just 'half the battle'
Monday's municipal elections ushered in some notable wins for women across Ontario — with voters electing their first female mayors in some cities, new female mayors in several others and an all-female council in a village southwest of Ottawa.
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Toronto Star
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Globe and Mail
Cornell faculty to vote on no-confidence resolution over school’s handling of sexual-assault allegations
A no-confidence vote by the faculty would be largely symbolic, but could send a message to the university’s trustees, who ultimately decide who leads it
Canada and UAE sign trade, defence and energy agreements
Canada and the United Arab Emirates have signed a free trade deal that both countries have boasted about reaching in a record time of 47 days. The deal was one of a handful of trade and infrastructure agreements signed during the crown prince of Abu Dhabi's visit to Ottawa.
Lula says Bolsonaro's exit from Brazil is shameful after defeat
President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said on Tuesday he had just heard that Senator Flávio Bolsonaro had left Brazil, calling it shameful and saying his rival in Sunday's presidential election should have stayed and proven his innocence.
Defeated presidential candidate Bolsonaro and his family land in Miami after fleeing Brazil
He first fled from Brazil to Argentina and then Ecuador alongside his wife and two daughters
At least 68 dead after two high-speed trains collide in Spain
Carney says at least two Canadians were injured, expresses Canada’s solidarity with victims and family members and indicates Ottawa would help as needed
Netanyahu edges ahead of the opposition as Israelis await final election results
With 77% of votes counted, Netanyahu’s Likud party has 20.8% and Eisenkot’s Yashar party has 16.4%
In Michigan, Trump’s trade war with Canada rankles both Democrats and Republicans
The state has been hit hard by the President’s tariffs, and even Trump supporters don’t understand why he would pick a fight with the neighbours
Ukraine recaptures territory as forces go on offensive, Zelensky says
Kyiv’s battlefield position is strongest in some time, but could use more defence deliveries from allies, President adds
El Salvador deploys hundreds of soldiers to Haiti as four still missing after gang attack
Members of UN-backed force remain unaccounted for since leaping from a burning vehicle during an ambush on Oct. 18
Nanotyrannus skeleton 'Jodi' sells for $47.3 million at Sotheby's
Jodi sold at Sotheby’s New York on Tuesday for US$47-million, far exceeding its estimate of US$6-million to US$9-million.
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Global News
Russia-Ukraine ceasefire holds in southern Ukraine city, officials say
A planned ceasefire in southern Ukraine held for its first day and night, officials said Wednesday, but Moscow and Kyiv continued to batter each other elsewhere.
Carney says 2 Canadians hurt in Spain train crash that’s killed 64
The accident was between two high-speed trains carrying hundreds of passengers and heading in the same direction from the capital Madrid to Seville in southwestern Spain.
B.C. man who started dog rescue killed while saving animals in Ukraine
"The best thing I can say is Jesse was a force of nature," Penny Stone, executive director of the Victoria Humane Society, told Global News.
Canada’s Eurovision finalists include Rêve, Tyler Shaw
The public will be invited to vote for Canada’s Eurovision entrant from the five finalists, with the winner set to be announced by December.
Brazil’s Flávio Bolsonaro misses passport handover, compliance unclear
Flavio Bolsonaro is under investigation by Brazil's Supreme Court for alleged corruption, money laundering and tax evasion in two cases.
Pope to meet with clergy abuse survivors during Latin America visit: Vatican
The Vatican statement didn’t say when the encounters would take place or where, but said “several meetings are planned,” suggesting more than one encounter.
Israel kept committing genocide after Gaza truce, UN inquiry says
UN Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory, including East Jerusalem, and Israel examined violations against Palestinian civilians.
Exit polls suggest a rebuke of Netanyahu but no clear winner in Israel’s election
Exit polls released early Wednesday suggested that Benjamin Netanyahu’s bloc and Gadi Eisenkot's each won about 51 seats, and Arab parties won about 18.
Australian judge denies murderer’s bid to lift prison ban on Vegemite
Andre McKechnie who is serving a life sentence for murder in the southern Australian state of Victoria, took his battle for the spread to the Supreme Court last year.
Netanyahu’s legacy on the line as Israelis head to elections this week
Netanyahu has been the country’s most dominant politician for nearly two decades, and his legacy is on the line in Tuesday's election.
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New York Times
Flávio Bolsonaro Lands in Miami After Fleeing Brazil
Mr. Bolsonaro, who lost Sunday’s presidential election, fled Brazil for the United States via Argentina after the police canceled his passport in relation to an investigation.
Inside Democrats’ Secret Effort to Stack Alaska’s Midterm Ballot With Another Dan Sullivan
Operatives aligned with Mary Peltola, the Democratic nominee for Senate, spent months recruiting candidates to peel votes from Senator Dan Sullivan, the Republican.
Horror Bookstores Are (Gasp!) Multiplying
More shops are opening their doors, providing genre fans the chance to browse, buy and find creepy community.
4 Takeaways From Israel’s Election
Votes are still being counted, and much is in flux. But as the stage was set for bitter talks over forming a government, nearly all sides could face disappointment.
A Punishing Housing Market Is Squeezing Renters
Higher mortgage rates and slowing residential construction are again giving landlords the upper hand.
What Our New Senate Polls Tell Us About the State of the Midterms
South Carolina seems like a serious race; Minnesota may not be; and Florida still appears out of reach for Democrats.
Trump Administration Backs Down on an Opioid Ban After Kratom Industry Lobbying
Health officials will now allow some levels of a powerful substance to remain in products marketed as natural. The change could help a G.O.P. donor facing wrongful death lawsuits.
The Senate Race in Heavily Republican South Carolina is a Tossup, Poll Finds
Senator Darline Graham, the South Carolina Republican, is struggling to replicate her late brother’s success. Republicans lead in the Florida Senate race and Democrats are up in Minnesota.
Israel’s Election: When Will We Know Who Will Be Prime Minister?
Most votes were expected to be counted by Wednesday, but forming a government could take weeks of negotiations — or require another election.
Trump Cannot Be the End of the Story
Trump has no use for pretense and he’s not interested in playing along.
CNBC
At least 68 people dead in high-speed Spain train crash
It is the second deadly high-speed train collision in Spain this year.
FEC campaign finance system offline days before midterms after hackers reportedly target site
Total political ad spending and reservations for the 2026 cycle have topped $11.2 billion, according to AdImpact.
Oil prices rise as U.S. reportedly tells Gulf countries to prepare for Iran strikes after midterm elections
Oil prices climbed Wednesday as investors weighed the prospect of a prolonged conflict in the Middle East.
The UK cuts energy bills, taxes banks and boosts defense in high-stakes budget
The U.K. budget cuts household energy costs, raises taxes on banks and directs billions toward defense, Ukraine and artificial intelligence
UK brings forward defense spending target, pledging billions to Ukraine
Healey presented his first budget as Chancellor, and reiterated the UK's support of Ukraine on Wednesday.
SK Hynix shares jump 11% after record quarterly profit, outperforming broader market
Shares of South Korean chipmaker SK Hynix soared 11% on Wednesday as third-quarter profit sharply beats estimates.
Anthropic IPO filing warns some risks may be uninsurable. AI coverage will be issue for every company
Anthropic warned the market there may not be enough insurance in the world to covers its AI risks. To less extreme degrees, it's an issue all companies face.
America's largest budget airline reports 71% jump in airfare
Frontier Airlines reported a 71% jump in airfare for the third quarter and said customers continue to book
Stellantis stock rises 12% as automaker's turnaround plan, cost cuts gain traction
European car giant Stellantis said Wednesday that it recorded a 4 billion euro ($4.5 billion) cash shortfall in the third quarter.
New Zealand dollar tanks after central bank defies markets' near-certainty it would hike rates
The currency has lost almost 5% against the U.S. dollar in six months.
BBC
Tommy Robinson guilty of harassing two Daily Mail journalists
The 43-year-old is convicted after a week-long trial at Southwark Crown Court.
Key points at a glance
Here’s what you need to know from John Healey’s first Budget, as the chancellor sets out the government’s tax and spending plans.
Chris Mason on the standout points from the Budget
Political editor Chris Mason analyses Chancellor John Healey's Budget 2026 announcements.
Blindfolded wife 'felt stranger's hand' during sex with husband, court told
Four men are currently on trial accused of sexual offences against Joanne Young, which they deny.
What we know about the crash so far
More than 500 passengers were on board the trains when the incident occurred in the province of Toledo, south of Madrid.
Russell Brand tells court allegations made friends and colleagues turn against him
The entertainer is giving evidence at his trial on charges including rape and assault, which he denies.
How the Budget affects you
Changes announced by Chancellor John Healey in his first Budget will affect your finances directly. Here's how.
How could Israel break political deadlock? Here are four scenarios
With 85% of votes counted, all signs point to an impasse. The most likely outcome may be new elections.
Israel's election result is messy - here's why
Despite having the highest voter turnout in nearly three decades, Israel's elections have had no clear winner. What does this mean for the country, asks the BBC's Yolande Knell.
Legal bid to overturn Drumcree march ban fails
The High Court in Belfast has rules that Sir Chris Bryant's decision made on 9 October was lawful.
The Independent
'Dixie' map that divided US goes up for auction after Library of Congress was forced to turn it down
It’s perhaps the most consequential map in American history
Man accused of murdering headteacher had ‘no consideration’ for road users, jury told
Michael Mullins was cycling home from Stretford Grammar School when he was hit by a car
What caused the latest high-speed Spanish train crash as transport minister blames broken protocol
Spain’s transport minister has explained what caused the deadly train crash
UK growth forecast slashed to 1% for next year. Here’s how it could affect you
UK gross domestic product (GDP) is set to improve by 1.2 per cent this year but slow in 2027
Who is Gadi Eisenkot, the man with the best chance to oust Netanyahu?
Gadi Eisenkot, a former military chief, still has a chance of ousting longtime Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu
The new visa rule that could hit British backpackers
The Australian prime minister said he has spoken to Andy Burnham about renegotiating parts of the bilateral free trade deal
Spain’s 4 deadly train crashes this year, at a glance
Wednesday’s collision between two high-speed trains in central Spain was the second fatal crash in nine months on a network long held up as a national success story
Watch in full: Budget 2026 announcement as John Healey unveils cost of living measures
John Healey delivered his first Budget on Wednesday, 28 October, in the House of Commons, including measures to help tackle the soaring cost of living.
Martin Lewis delivers his Budget verdict with three key takeaways
The money expert appeared disappointed by ‘no news’ on some issues – but was ‘delighted’ by one announcement
Inflation to surge beyond forecasts as UK economy set for growth slowdown
The Office for Budget Responsibility said UK inflation is set to rise to a peak of around 3.75% by the start of next year.
