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Mushers and former board members say the Yukon Quest is cancelled this year, because there is no one left to organize the iconic sled dog race.

Travellers planning trips to the Caribbean are voicing trepidation online after the U.S. strike on Venezuela that captured president Nicolás Maduro, while one Latin America expert says it's not a good time to travel to the region.

Pilots can’t see it coming, and it’s hard to avoid. But severe clear-air turbulence can shake a plane ‘like King Kong.’ It’s on the rise, and forecast to get worse due to climate change. The rise has researchers investigating how to better predict clear-air turbulence, and looking to the physics of birds to make this chaotic force less dangerous.

A spider with extraordinary genitalia, a carnivorous caterpillar that wears its prey's body parts, and a tiny opossum are among the cool new species described by science in 2025.

An expert in free expression feels Ontario’s solicitor general is attempting to pressure Toronto police to change how they handle protests for political reasons. This comes after Solicitor General Michael Kerzner issued a letter to the Toronto Police Service, calling out what he described as a lack of enforcement for hate, intimidation and harassment-motivated offences at protests in the city.

Desire for a Heated Rivalry-inspired Team Canada fleece came to a head recently after eagle-eyed fans spotted — and gushed over — a particular outfit choice by character Shane Hollander. And they've been demanding the opportunity to buy it ever since.

Paris photographer Loïc Lagarde tells The National about the moment he captured Parisians skiing and sledding down the snowy slopes of Montmartre.

Lego has unveiled new high-tech “smart bricks” it says will bring its classic toys to life with lights, sound and interactive movement. But one expert on early learning says the innovation may lessen the potential for imagination that makes Lego a good toy for children’s development.

Manikandan Kasinathan, Chandramohan Marjak and Mary Roche, who co-owned Marina Dosa and Tandoori Grill, were each sentenced to 90-day jail terms after they were convicted of fraud over $5,000. They must also pay back the $44,000 they stole from three employees.

B.C. Premier David Eby and Jobs Minister Ravi Kahlon are headed to India in less than a week on a trade mission to promote local businesses and industries. Their visit comes amid a backdrop of political uncertainty and tense international relations.

Heavy crude pumped from Venezuela’s fields, similar to Alberta's heavy bitumen, is now in the spotlight after the American military captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.

The TTC's $2.83 billion proposed budget for 2026 includes improved service and a fare freeze.

The 2026 budget will be finalized in February — months ahead of an October election in which the mayor is expected to fight for her job.

Prices dropped 4.7 per cent as the market was rocked by concerns over affordability and the economy, according to Toronto's real estate board.

Tyrel Gibson is facing a charge of first-degree murder in connection with Sunday’s shooting.

“Nothing less than a life sentence would properly protect the public,” the judge declared, going above what both the Crown and defence were asking for.

WestJet said it has 21 planes with the new configuration, which features reduced legroom, more seats and limited ability for some to recline.

Two upcoming titles turn the city into sprites and pixels, drawing on early-2000s Toronto for everything from everyday survival to comic-book chaos.

Experts say cases of abuse in long-term care are grossly under-reported, in part because those targeted are often unable to advocate for themselves.

She's now relearning how to use her hands and feet.

The United States and Venezuela have reached an agreement to export up to $2-billion worth of Venezuelan crude to U.S. ports, President Donald Trump said on Tuesday, a move that could redirect oil shipments meant for China and ease pressure on Venezuela’s sanctioned oil industry.

Country’s 18 civil defence groups can collectively call on several hundred thousand volunteers in times of crisis or war

President mused about taking action against the violence-torn country, where militants are spilling in from Venezuela after Maduro’s capture

California, ‍Colorado, Illinois, ‍Minnesota and ‌New York all see funding cut due to concerns over ⁠fraud and ⁠misuse in state-administered programs

Trump says money will be controlled by him, but used to benefit the people of Venezuela and the U.S.

Alvin Hellerstein has been outspoken ‍about his efforts to promote fairness and the impact of his Orthodox Jewish faith

U.S. President Donald Trump issued a warning to House Republicans Tuesday: 'Win the midterms' or 'I'll get impeached.' He made the comments at a GOP retreat as the party enters a critical election year facing a razor-thin majority in the House.

Dozens of people have been killed in Iran during the first nine days of protests that started in the bazaar of Tehran over the plunging value of the currency and soaring inflation, according to rights groups. This video contains graphic images.

Donald Trump’s comments overshadowed a Paris summit where leaders had gathered to discuss security guarantees for Ukraine

Personnel belonged to Cuba’s Revolutionary Armed Forces and Interior Ministry

Premier David Eby announced that the trade mission will promote B.C.'s businesses, critical minerals and sustainable wood products.

Conservatives say Freeland should have resigned by now and Carney should have asked her to do so when she took on the new role as an advisor to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Although U.S. President Donald Trump has not revived his threats of making Canada the 51st U.S. state, Bob Rae says that doesn't mean Canadians should rest easy.

The death toll for Venezuelan security officials comes after Cuba’s government announced that 32 Cuban military and police officers working in Venezuela had died.

Authorities say Juan Pablo Serrano was arrested by Spanish authorities following a joint operation involving police in Spain, the SQ and Interpol.

Authorities in the Netherlands told people to plan to stay at home if at all possible on Wednesday, with a fresh blizzard expected to arrive overnight.

Socotra, until recently, was accessible by air from the UAE and has provided a sliver of tranquility to visitors amid years of conflict on mainland Yemen.

A lifting of U.S. sanctions on Venezuelan crude and a ramp up of production could pose a competitive threat to Canadian supplies in the Gulf Coast market.

Prime Minister Mark Carney says Greenland's security is included in NATO, and the future of Greenland is a decision for the Danish territory and Denmark to make.

Protesters angry over Iran's ailing economy conducted a sit-in Tuesday at Tehran's Grand Bazaar, witnesses said, with security forces using tear gas to disperse demonstrators.

The board said the blockbuster deal it reached with Netflix last month posed less risk.

We ask where America’s new foreign policy might take us — and the world.

Analysts say the Cold War agreement allows the president to increase the American military presence almost at will.

The former envoy Elliott Abrams says the administration should push harder for regime change.

Needing U.S. support to fend off Russia in Ukraine, European leaders have been cautious about criticizing President Trump on Greenland, Iran, Venezuela and much else.

“The Daily Show” host quipped that after a surprise capture, Nicolás Maduro “will face justice in the best legal system in the world that we illegally kidnapped him to.”

Plus, a journey to a melting continent.

President Trump has repeated his interest in taking the semiautonomous Danish territory, citing U.S. national security. Denmark’s leader says such a move would be the end of NATO.

Tokyo is concerned at signs that Beijing may be laying the groundwork to restrict access to the metals vital to manufacturing.

As the filmmakers, songwriters and actors tell it, their “wackadoo” concept evolved over nine years and eight versions of “Golden” into a global phenomenon.

Warner Bros. Discovery's board still sees its deal with Netflix as the superior option over Paramount's recently amended hostile offer.

Trump's announcement came days after U.S. forces attacked Venezuela and captured its leader, Nicolas Maduro, to be prosecuted on drug-trafficking charges.

Amid rising global trade uncertainties, India's economy is projected to grow 7.4% in the fiscal year ending March 2026.

The "Old World" appears to have fallen far behind other power blocs in a new world order of territorial takeovers and "might is right."

Concerns about U.S. action against Greenland have grown after the U.S. attack on Venezuela, which led to the capture of leader Nicolas Maduro.

Euro zone inflation stood at 2% in December, flash data from Eurostat showed on Wednesday.

European stocks were in mixed territory Wednesday as regional market jitters grow over U.S. President Donald Trump's threat to annex Greenland.

For someone who's witnessed the ups and downs of U.S.-China tensions since the 1990s, AmCham China's new chair is strikingly optimistic about 2026.

Investors continued to assess geopolitical risks after the U.S. attack on Venezuela and President Donald Trump's reiteration to acquire Greenland.

Greenland, a vast and sparsely populated self-governing Danish territory, has been thrust into the geopolitical spotlight once again.

Denmark’s leader warned that any use of force by Washington to seize Greenland, as Trump officials have suggested, would render the post-war NATO alliance defunct.

The U.S. intervention in Venezuela distracts attention from Ukraine and signals a new era of great-power politics in which Russia can seek its own sphere of dominance.

The saga of Playa Bagdad, just over the border from a SpaceX launchpad, highlights the unintended environmental and social impacts of the global space race.

The sizable death toll adds meaning to President Donald Trump’s public remarks that the operation he approved was “effective” but “very violent.”

European officials constantly invoke the rules-based order. But after Venezuela, the Trump administration seems to believe that might makes right.

Venezuela’s government launched a far-reaching crackdown after Maduro’s ouster, detaining journalists and civilians and sending armed gangs to the streets.

María Corina Machado emphasized support for the opposition in Venezuela despite President Donald Trump saying it would be “very tough” for her to lead post-Maduro.

Trump says the U.S. is “in charge” of Venezuela. He has also said he would “get” Greenland, “take over” Gaza, take back the Panama Canal and make Canada a U.S. state.

The attack on Venezuela could encourage China to forcefully intervene in its own neighborhood, with risks especially high for Taiwan and in the South China Sea.

Trump and Rubio have made clear the collapse of Cuba’s communist government is not only a likely side benefit of Maduro’s ouster but a goal.

Miles Cross admitted selling the fatal chemicals to people he had met on an online forum.

US officials say that American forces plan to seize the Russian-flagged ship, which is accused of breaking sanctions.

Michael Carrick and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer emerge as frontrunners to become Manchester United's caretaker manager until the end of the season.

Michael Carrick and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer emerge as frontrunners to become Manchester United's caretaker manager until the end of the season.

The government is proposing lowering alcohol limits for drivers and regular eye tests for older motorists.

South Yorkshire Police says it mixed up the identities of the teen with another male in the car.

Two people are taken to hospital following a crash between a school coach and a bus that injured eighteen.

Police described Adem Savas as "without a doubt the most significant supplier" to Channel people smugglers between 2019 and 2024.

Report says "poor commercial decisions" were made when the lease was agreed with the Duchy of Cornwall.

The actress came second in the BBC's 2008 search to find an actress to play Nancy in Oliver Twist.

British military are reportedly among Nato forces tracking the tanker

Chris Parry made remarks about the ‘loyalties’ of David Lammy and other MPs

A More In Common poll has put Labour down two points on 19 per cent, behind both Reform and the Tories

Labour prime minister has signed historic deal to deploy armed forces to enforce any ceasefire with Russia – with Trump’s blessing

Snow and ice are hampering travel in parts of Europe as flights have been grounded and roads clogged

Sir Keir Starmer made a jab at Nigel Farage and Reform UK during Prime Minister’s Questions on Wednesday (7 January).

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Reporters from the broadcasters Glasgow and Aberdeen offices have taken strike action.

Drivers have been warned about black ice on roads amid multiple weather warnings across the country

‘There will be a new sheriff in town, and I'll be launching an all-out war on crime’, Reform’s candidate for mayor of London said