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CBC.ca
Manitoba First Nation sues former chief, alleging 'kickbacks,' diversion of funds and other 'corrupt practices'
Peguis First Nation is suing former chief Glenn Hudson over allegations he failed to act in the best interest of the band and financially benefitted from breaches of duty — including claims that he enriched himself, his family and supporters.
In times of drought, why are residential consumers ‘targeted’ with conservation measures?
As the worst drought in decades dragged on through the summer of 2025, some Nova Scotians who use municipal water supplies were asked and then ordered to conserve water. This generated resentment and resistance over a perceived double standard between residential and commercial users.
Russian air attacks pound Ukraine, killing 3 and knocking out power in most regions
Russia fired more than 650 drones and three dozen missiles at Ukraine in a large-scale attack that began during the night and stretched into daylight hours Tuesday, officials said. At least three people were killed, including a four-year-old child.
As tiny tots sing, tap and play in music class, experts say it boosts their brain development
Music classes for the very youngest children can set them up to one day play an instrument, but experts say the classes can also bring broader cognitive benefits: firing up areas of their developing brains linked to attention, memory and language development.
CBSA says 'fragile' IT systems are a 'top government risk' following border outages
An internal review of technical outages that caused significant delays at airports and international land borders this fall has exposed critical flaws with the Canada Border Services Agency's IT services.
After 33 years in prison, Quebec man released on bail says he's 'rediscovering the joys of life'
After 33 years in custody in Quebec, Daniel Jolivet spent his first weekend outside of prison, rediscovering ordinary life. He was released on bail on Friday, after concerns about the fairness of his trial back in the early nineties.
For decades, Canada's military had no combat uniforms designed for women. That's about to change
More than 30 years after Canada's military allowed women to serve in combat roles, it's now specifically designing uniforms and body armour systems to fit their bodies.
I was in charge of Christmas magic for my kids. Now they're grown and things are changing
At first, Jennifer McGuire hated how her cherished Christmas traditions began falling by the wayside when her sons became adults. Now she’s learning to love some new twists on old rituals.
Bank denies allegations it gave bad advice to Tesla investor who lost $415 million
A carpenter from Sooke, B.C., claims he turned $88,000 into $415 million trading Tesla stock options but lost it all because of "inadequate advice" from the bank.
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Toronto Star
Judge to decide on bail for GTA lawyer accused of counselling Ryan Wedding to kill an FBI witness
Deepak Paradkar, 62, was arrested in November on an extradition request from the U.S., where prosecutors are seeking multiple life sentences for his alleged role in Wedding's alleged cross-border drug trafficking operation.
'60 Minutes' report pulled by CBS briefly aired on Global TV: Here's what it showed
The segment focused on the deportation of Venezuelan migrants from the U.S. to El Salvador's CECOT prison was seen temporarily on Monday.
Canadian travel to U.S. continues to drop: StatCan
The travel sector is one of many casualties of the fallout between the once friendly countries, as the number of Canadians travelling south of the border continues to plummet while U.S. travel policy grows increasingly difficult for outsiders to navigate.
What's open and closed in Toronto on Christmas and Boxing Day
There will be closures and changes to TTC, government services, and grocery stores and malls on Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
Ex-aide says Netanyahu tasked him with making a plan to evade responsibility for Oct. 7 attack
Critics have repeatedly accused Netanyahu of refusing to accept blame for the deadliest attack in Israel’s history.
Made money on crypto? Don't count on it for a home down payment, experts say
Mortgage brokers say that securing a mortgage in Canada with proceeds from crypto investments remains challenging, even as crypto becomes more mainstream.
Planning on buying a used device for Christmas? Be aware of these risks, experts caution
The most common risks associated with second-hand devices and how people can protect themselves — and the recipients of their gifts — this season and beyond.
These crispy fruit and nut florentines are Christmas in a bite
Every day until Christmas, we bake a recipe from the Star’s recipe archives. Today, Laura aims for Italian cookie perfection.
Our top 12 culture moments of 2025, including 'Heated Rivalry,' 'Sinners' and that Coldplay couple
From top TV shows and movies to star-making performances, our writers celebrate the year's big wins.
Canada wants to bring in 1,000 researchers and skilled workers. Here's what it will take
Canada announced a plan to spend $1B over a decade to attract and retain leading international researchers. Experts say we need to make them welcome.
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Globe and Mail
U.S. Justice Department releases new trove of Epstein files
Latest release includes about 29,000 pages and dozens of video clips, including several purporting to be shot inside a prison
Russian strikes on Ukraine kill at least 3 people, cause outages amid U.S.-led peace talks
Attack involving 650 drones and three dozen missiles a ‘clear signal’ of the Kremlin’s priorities, Zelensky says
US strikes another alleged drug-smuggling boat in eastern Pacific, killing one person
At least 105 people have been killed in 29 known strikes since early September
Judge rules Trump administration must allow court challenges for Venezuelan migrants sent to prison
The case has been a legal flashpoint in the administration’s sweeping crackdown on immigration
60 Minutes segment pulled by CBS was available on Global TV website
CBS head Bari Weiss halted the news report, which highlights alleged abuse and torture of men sent by the U.S. to El Salvador prisons
Trump administration freezes five big offshore wind projects, shares dive
The Trump administration suspended leases on Monday for five large offshore wind projects that are under construction off the U.S. East Coast over what it called national security concerns, sending shares of offshore wind companies plunging.
Larry Ellison offers US$40-billion to guarantee Paramount's Warner Bros bid
Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison has stepped in to personally guarantee US$40.4-billion in Paramount Skydance's latest effort to pry Warner Bros Discovery away from selling its prized Hollywood assets to streaming giant Netflix.
Trump threatens Maduro as U.S. steps up Venezuela campaign
Trump took a break from his Florida vacation to announce plans for a new, large warship
Barry Manilow postpones January shows for surgery after lung cancer diagnosis
Singer says doctors caught the cancer early and don’t believe it has spread
British musician Chris Rea, known for Driving Home for Christmas, dies at 74
Rea found fame as a singer-songwriter in the 1980s, and turned from pop to writing bluesy records later in his career
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Global News
Car bomb kills Russian general Fanil Sarvarov in Moscow
Lt. Gen. Fanil Sarvarov, head of the Operational Training Directorate of the Russian Armed Forces’ General Staff, died from his injuries.
Thousands gather to mark one week since Bondi Beach attack
Thousands of people, including Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, gathered at Bondi Beach Sunday to mark the Dec. 14 attack on a Hanukkah celebration that left 15 dead.
At least 16 files have disappeared from the DOJ webpage for documents related to Jeffrey Epstein
More than a dozen Epstein-related files vanished from the U.S. Justice Department’s website within a day, with no explanation, raising transparency concerns.
Australia plans tougher laws against displaying extremist flags after Bondi shooting
Australian authorities plan to ban symbols tied to extremism and certain chants after a mass shooting at Bondi Beach killed 15 people and injured many more.
U.S. launches anti-ISIS strikes in Syria after Americans killed: officials
U.S. President Donald Trump had vowed to retaliate after an attack on U.S. personnel last weekend in Syria by a suspected Islamic State member.
Rubio says U.S. wants to ‘partner’ with countries on hemisphere issues
Rubio faced several questions on U.S. military operations in Venezuela, negotiations to end the war in Ukraine, and the ongoing commitment to NATO in a year-end press conference.
Brown shooting, MIT professor’s killing suspect found dead, officials say
A frantic search for the suspect in last weekend’s mass shooting at Brown University ended at a New Hampshire storage facility where authorities discovered the man dead inside.
Finland PM apologizes to Asian nations after beauty queen racism scandal
The scandal arose earlier this month when the former Miss Finland winner was pictured pulling back her eyes in an image shared on social media.
EU proposal would ease cross-border abortion access for women facing bans
The European Union's parliament voted on Wednesday in favour of the 'My Voice, My Choice' citizens' initiative, which will be considered by the European Commission in March.
Russia to seize more of Ukraine if Europe ‘piglings’ reject demands: Putin
Putin said 'if the opposing side and its foreign patrons refuse to engage in substantive dialogue, Russia will achieve the liberation of its historical lands by military means.'
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New York Times
U.S. Economic Growth Surged in Third Quarter of 2025
Gross domestic product grew at a 4.3 percent annual rate, faster than the previous three months.
Russia Bombards Ukraine Hours After Zelensky Calls Peace Plan ‘Quite Solid’
The Ukrainian leader cited progress on security guarantees, even as Russia bombed Ukraine overnight, indicating that the Kremlin is prepared to continue fighting.
Why the A.I. Rally (and the Bubble Talk) Could Continue Next Year
Big Tech’s huge investment in artificial intelligence is making investors nervous. But the technology continues to advance, buoying the bulls.
Shoppers Spent Big This Holiday Season, Despite Economic Pressures
Consumers spent 3.9 percent more from Nov. 1 to Dec. 21 this year compared with last year, according to a Mastercard report on holiday spending.
New Jersey Honors Bomb-Sniffing Dogs Who Kept an Election Safe
For their heroics after a wave of bomb threats in New Jersey on Election Day, more than two dozen dogs were presented with an award from the state attorney general.
Why Doesn’t Trump Like Wind Farms?
We examine the Trump administration’s approach to the wind industry.
Trump’s Greenland Strategy, and the New Promise of Weight-Loss Pills
Plus, the biggest lottery jackpots ever.
Trump May Give SpaceX Some Land In A Texas Wildlife Refuge
In exchange for the land in Texas, the rocket and satellite company would give the government some of its own property nearby, documents show.
YouTube Has a Firm Grip on Daytime TV
YouTube’s big streaming lead over Netflix and other competitors stems in large part to its dominance during daylight hours.
The Strange Case of the Russian Snickers in U.K. Convenience Shops
The Russian-labeled candy bars are a reminder of how difficult it is to completely disconnect a major economy from the global flow of goods.
CNBC
Novo Nordisk stock surges on hopes Wegovy pill approval will deliver some 'redemption' for investors
The FDA on Monday approved the first-ever GLP-1 pill for weight loss from the Danish pharmaceutical giant.
What a Russia-Ukraine peace deal could mean for Europe's gas supplies
While pipeline infrastructure could be salvageable, turning the tap back on is set to be politically controversial.
H-1B visa applicants face more disruptions amid social media checks and wage protection rules
The U.S. administration has lined up a slew of actions to restrict the use of H-1B visas by businesses.
Inside the rise of Gen Z’s nostalgia-fueled plush-toy craze as they delay adulthood
"The economy, the wars, everything is really depressing and serious, whereas toys just bring a little bit of joy back into life," one toy director said.
Asia-Pacific markets mostly climb after AI trade lifts Wall Street overnight
Investors in Asia will watch out for AI-related plays in the region, as well as inflation reading out of Singapore.
Singapore consumer inflation remains steady at 1.2% in November, missing estimates
The reading was lower than Reuters-polled analysts' median estimates of 1.3%.
Asia’s worst-performing currency is set for a rocky start to 2026
The Indian rupee is expected to touch 92 against the dollar by end-March 2026 amid trade policy uncertainty and capital outflows.
Hanwha Ocean shares jump 10% after Trump says South Korean firm to build warships for U.S. Navy
Trump said that the frigates will be built at the Philadelphia shipyards, which Hanwha had invested $5 billion into.
How U.S. oil tanker seizures targeting Venezuela are linked to rising geopolitical tensions with China
U.S. seizures of vessels carrying Venezuelan oil may become a bigger strategic pressure point in the geopolitical battle with China, a major buyer of the crude.
Paramount guarantees Larry Ellison backing in amended WBD bid
Paramount notably did not increase its bid on Monday, reiterating that it believes the deal is superior to Netflix's.
Washington Post
How Israeli covert activities in Syria seek to thwart its new government
Israel is suspicious of President Ahmed al-Sharaa, a longtime Islamist militant, and has provided weapons, intelligence and cash to militiamen at odds with his rule.
This Christmas will be even harder for China’s Christians
A wave of arrests targeting Zion Church shows how Beijing is trying to enforce its agenda and control religion, human rights advocates say.
Canadian linguists ask prime minister to stop spelling like a Brit
After a plethora of British spellings emerged in the government’s budget, academics and editors urged him to utilize, not utilise, Canadian English.
China bans sharing ‘obscene’ material — potentially including sexting
The new regulations, which could ensnare people consensually sharing explicit images, come as the Chinese Communist Party tries to enforce high moral standards.
Mapping U.S. strikes in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific
An ongoing record of U.S. military strikes in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific since Sept. 2.
At least 5 dead after Mexican navy plane crashes near Galveston, Texas
The Mexican navy said the plane, which was carrying four military personnel and four civilians, was conducting a medical transport in coordination with a nonprofit.
Trump administration abruptly recalls over two dozen career ambassadors
A senior State Department official called it a bid to ensure adherence to the “America First” agenda while others called it a devastating blow to America’s diplomatic corps.
Car bomb in Moscow kills senior Russian general, third such attack in a year
Lt. Gen. Fanil Sarvarov’s death comes amid U.S.-led peace talks pushing for a deal to end the war in Ukraine.
Trump appoints Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry as special envoy to Greenland
Greenland has long been in President Donald Trump’s sights. He said Gov. Jeff Landry “understands how essential Greenland is to our National Security.”
Congolese rape survivors search in vain for medicine after USAID cuts
In eastern Congo, where rape is widespread, the cancellation of USAID funding for PEP kits has left many victims vulnerable, according to nearly 50 interviews.
BBC
Husband in court charged with drugging and repeatedly raping ex-wife
Ex-councillor Philip Young is one of six men accused of more than 60 offences against Joanne Young.
Greta Thunberg arrested over Palestine Action demo
Greta Thunberg is arrested in central London on suspicion of supporting a proscribed organisation.
Slot frustrated as Liverpool set to lose Isak for 'long time'
Liverpool manager Arne Slot says he expects to lose Alexander Isak for "a couple of months" after the striker was injured in a tackle by Tottenham's Micky van de Ven - a challenge that Slot has called "reckless".
Inheritance tax plan for farms watered down after backlash
The government has now said it will lift the intended threshold from £1m to £2.5m.
Andrew gives up gun licence after police request
The former prince voluntarily surrendered the licence ahead of his expected move to Sandringham next year.
New year, new job? Ranger wanted for uninhabited Scottish island
The job comes with a few challenges - including weekly boat trips to mainland for washing and shopping.
Three dead after Russia launches 'massive' attack across Ukraine
Several regions are without power after missile and drone strikes targeted several cities.
Presenter Nick Bright to leave BBC Radio 1Xtra after 15 years
The presenter, who has become a staple on 1Xtra's airwaves, will host his final show in January.
England will investigate reports of Ashes drinking
England will look into reports of players drinking excessively during a break from the Ashes series in Noosa, says director of cricket Rob Key.
Watch: AI app apologises over false crime alerts across US
An AI-powered app called CrimeRadar has apologised for the distress caused by false crime alerts issued to local US communities after a BBC Verify investigation.
The Independent
Trump doubles down on claim that US must take over Greenland for national security: ‘We’ll have to work it all out’
The comments follow President Trump announcing a new special U.S. envoy to Greenland over the weekend
How has the inheritance tax plan for farmers changed?
Labour has updated its plan for the ‘tractor tax’ after fierce backlash from farmers
Major climbdown on inheritance tax raid on farmers as Starmer caves in after months of pressure
After months of fierce protests by farmers, Labour has downscaled its plan for a so-called ‘tractor tax’
Ukraine's own 'Dancing with the Stars' is back on for a special episode with wartime heroes
Ukraine's own "Dancing with the Stars" show is back on, just for one special episode
British people drinking less alcohol than any time on record with a pub closing each day of 2025
People in the UK are drinking more than a quarter less than a peak two decades ago
Bolivian Indigenous women carry history and pride in the traditional 'pollera' skirt
The “pollera,” a bell skirt with layered petticoats, is the traditional dress of Indigenous women in Bolivia’s highlands
US official time slowed down by a few microseconds last week due to power outage, watchdog says
Atomic clocks went out of sync after a severe windstorm knocked out power at a Denver laboratory and a backup generator failed
Epstein files live: DOJ releases nearly 30,000 pages in largest tranche of documents on late pedophile so far
Department of Justice continues to publish its records on Epstein after President Donald Trump warned the transparency effort could ‘ruin’ reputations of innocent people
Bet365 boss Denise Coates rakes in £280m pay packet despite weaker profits
The billionaire boss, who runs the betting giant alongside her brother, received a £104 million salary and significant dividend payments.
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Immigration officers charged with stealing from migrants
Six immigration officers are charged with money laundering after an investigation into thefts from migrants
