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CBC.ca
2 killed in Israeli strike on south Lebanon despite ceasefire, health officials say
An Israeli airstrike killed two people in the southern village of Touline on Friday, Lebanon's Health Ministry said, as Israel's army ordered residents to evacuate another southern Lebanese town, a day after Israel and Lebanon extended their ceasefire by three weeks.
Justin Trudeau says U.S. economic coercion risks pushing Canada closer to China
Former prime minister Justin Trudeau is warning that American tariffs threaten to drive Canada closer to China in the auto sector.
Criminal probe into Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell is ending, U.S. Justice Dept. says
The Justice Department is closing its investigation into cost overruns in renovations at the Federal Reserve under chairman Jerome Powell, U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said on Friday.
Assisted dying bill will not become law in current session of U.K. Parliament
A proposed bill to allow terminally ill adults in England and Wales to choose to end their lives failed Friday as parliamentary time ran out, nearly a year since elected members of parliaments gave their backing.
Syrian authorities arrest suspected leader of notorious Tadamon massacre
Syrian authorities said Friday they have arrested a former intelligence officer who appeared in a video leaked four years ago that purportedly showed him and his comrades fatally shooting dozens of people during the country's conflict.
There's no road map for where Alberta's riding boundary controversy is headed next
An MLA-led group now gets to revise electoral ridings, as the U.S-style gerrymandering accusations keep flying.
N.B. child still waiting for dental surgery after two years
New Brunswick's only board-certified pediatric dentist says a lack of operating-room time has pushed his waiting list to more than 300 children, and some of them wait up to three years for surgery.
Halifax Tides player collaborates with N.S. reggae artist to create women’s soccer league anthem
The new anthem for Canada’s professional women’s soccer league features a Halifax Tides FC player whose high-energy collaboration with a well-known reggae singer will be the soundtrack to the 2026 Northern Super League season.
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Toronto Star
How Jamison Battle met the moment for the Raptors in must-win Game 3
Battle received a standing ovation after his 14-point night that included a perfect 4-for-4 effort from three-point range in a must-win game.
The Four Seasons chef shares 6 can't-miss spots, including a sandwich so good he buys two
William Kresky reveals his top picks for charcoal-grilled chicken, Japanese sake cocktails and an ‘over-the-top’ steakhouse.
And a new neighbourhood was born: How Flemingdon Park made its debut
How the Golden Mile of its day, got its day, as researched and imagined by Edward Brown.
'Are we ever gonna get out of here?': Passengers recount hours-long wait on stalled train near Hamilton GO Centre
Metrolinx characterized the delay as being due to an unspecified “rule violation” in an emailed statement. When asked for further detail, the agency said it was waiting to hear the outcome of an investigation.
This little Toronto park could get paved over for a Billy Bishop airport expansion. Here's what locals worry would be lost
The province announced plans Thursday to expropriate up to a third of Little Norway Park in its efforts to expand the downtown airport.
Will HST cut on new homes save buyers money? Early look finds 78% of prices are the same or higher
New data shows majority of preconstruction list prices unchanged following expanded HST rebate announcement.
This Toronto cop is accused of retaliating over a road rage incident. He’s being disciplined for doing ‘the right thing,’ his lawyer says
Cost. Michael Kiproff is accused of initiating a criminal investigation in retaliation for an off-duty “road rage incident.”
Ernie Clement hockey jersey night is coming. Here's why the Blue Jays limit giveaways to first 15,000 fans
Fans waiting for hours in long lines often wonder why Toronto's promotions team only give out 15,000 collectibles on giveaway days at Rogers Centre.
From death threats to a mental reset: Blue Jays reliever Brendon Little is thriving again in Buffalo
Little's pitching had spiralled out of control and all the hate forced him off of social media. But he's having fun again in Triple-A — and a perfect 0.00 ERA certainly helps.
Paralyzed in a Hells Angels mob shooting, Louise Russo reflects on the day that changed her life forever
Since her shooting in April 2004 Louise Russo has become an anti-violence and accessibility advocate, finding inspiration in everyday moments.
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Globe and Mail
U.S. Justice Department drops criminal probe into Fed Chair Jerome Powell
Move could lead to a swift confirmation vote by the Senate for successor, Kevin Warsh
U.S. says Strait of Hormuz blockade expanding, details attack on Iranian vessel
U.S. Defense Secretary Hegseth says the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz will expand with a second aircraft carrier arriving in Gulf. Hegseth was joined by Gen. Dan Caine, the chairman of the joint chiefs of staff who detailed the firing on an Iranian vessel by U.S. forces.
Meet the baby koala hiding in its mom’s pouch at a Florida zoo’s new Outback habitat
A zoo in Florida has two reasons to celebrate — the first birth of a koala and a newly renovated habitat for the cuddly creatures is opening to the public.
Forty years after the world’s worst nuclear disaster, Ukraine’s Chernobyl plant is haunted by war
Last year, a Russian strike drone tore into the protective arc covering, sparking a weeks-long fire
Former Chernobyl liquidators return to nuclear site four decades later
A group of former cleanup workers who returned to Chernobyl ahead of the 40th anniversary of the 1986 nuclear disaster revisited a nearby site where they once worked to help contain the world’s worst nuclear accident.
Lebanon-Israel ceasefire extended by three weeks
Lebanon and Israel have agreed to extend their ceasefire by another three weeks, following high-level talks at the White House, U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday.
Cautious optimism in Beirut and Israel as Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire extended
The initial Lebanon-Israel ceasefire, which took effect last Friday, had been due to expire Monday. People from both countries reacted on Friday to the extension of the ceasefire, which was brokered by the U.S.
Medicine shortages loom over Iran hospitals, pharmacies
Healthcare workers in Tehran expressed concern over a possible medicine shortage, as a naval blockade and severe disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz hampered supply chains.
Pentagon e-mail floats suspending Spain from NATO, punishing allies over Iran rift
Memo also includes an option to review the U.S. position on Britain’s claim to the Falkland Islands
EU to prepare blueprint for mutual assistance pact, amid doubts over U.S. commitment to NATO
Unlike NATO’s Article 5 collective defence pact, the EU’s mutual assistance clause is not backed by detailed operational plans or military structures
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Global News
Trump says Israel, Lebanon agree to extend Hezbollah ceasefire for 3 weeks
Trump said a meeting between the Israeli and Lebanese ambassadors to the United States on Thursday went 'very well,' leading to the extension of the ceasefire set to expire Monday.
Tourist charged after damaging Neptune statue following ‘pre-marital dare’
The tourist, identified as a 28-year-old woman, intended to 'touch' the statue's carved private parts, officials said.
White House accuses China of theft of AI technology ahead of summit
The Chinese Embassy in Washington said it opposes "the baseless allegations," adding that Beijing "attaches great importance to the protection of intellectual property rights."
Prince Harry makes surprise Kyiv visit, calls on U.S. to do more for Ukraine
Harry, whose visit comes as the country endures its fifth year of war with Russia, said it was 'good to be back in Ukraine' upon arrival at the city's main railway station.
‘Shoot and kill’ Iranian boats laying sea mines, Trump tells military
“I have ordered the United States Navy to shoot and kill any boat, small boats though they may be...that is putting mines in the waters of the Strait of Hormuz,” Trump posted.
Ukraine gets US$106B loan package from EU after Hungary changes vote
The measures were prepared early this year and set to be announced in February to mark the fourth anniversary of the conflict, but Hungary and Slovakia had opposed the move.
The U.K. just banned smoking for life for youth. Should Canada do the same?
The U.K. Parliament has passed a bill that will permanently outlaw sales of tobacco products, including cigarettes, to anyone born on or after Jan. 1, 2009.
Iran attacks 3 ships hours after Trump announces ceasefire extension
Iranian media said the Revolutionary Guard had seized two of the ships, marking a further escalation, though the White House said the seizures didn't violate ceasefire terms.
‘China is not a solution’ to Canada’s problems with the U.S., Kovrig says
Michael Kovrig said Ottawa's new China strategy is a 'risky play' that will not be viewed well by Washington and could threaten trade talks.
‘Horrible scene’: Vancouver group was visiting Mexico pyramid when shots rang out
A Canadian woman was killed in the shooting, four people were injured by gunfire and two were injured by falls, according to the Mexico State Secretariat of Security.
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New York Times
Why Everyone, Including Trump, Is Talking About Airline Mergers
A few carriers are making a lot of money while many are struggling. President Trump and industry executives seem to think mergers may be the answer.
DeepSeek’s Sequel Set to Extend China’s Reach in Open-Source A.I.
Chinese companies have embraced making their most advanced artificial intelligence models available to all.
The Peril of Piloting Ships Through the Strait of Hormuz
Controllers for shipping companies face a daunting decision as they try to free vessels trapped in the Persian Gulf: “Basically you’re sending someone unarmed into war.”
A.I. Start-Ups From Canada and Germany Merge to Take On Silicon Valley
Cohere is acquiring Aleph Alpha in a deal aimed at customers uneasy about the dominance of American companies in artificial intelligence.
Mamdani Rejects Bill Involving Police at School Protests
The veto, Zohran Mamdani’s first as mayor, scraps a bill that would have compelled the Police Department to release plans on how it intends to manage protesters near educational facilities.
As Trump Officials Pushed Health Savings Accounts, RFK Jr. Aide Ran Wellness Company Poised to Benefit
Calley Means remained president of a company that relied on health savings accounts last year as the Trump administration developed policies to expand them.
Polymarket Bets on Paris Temperature Prompt Investigation After Unusual Spikes
The authorities said a Paris airport weather sensor may have been tampered with as large wagers were placed on the betting site.
Did D.E.I. Go Too Far?
They championed diversity, equity and inclusion policies for years. Now they have complicated feelings about what they built.
They Were Michael Jackson’s ‘Second Family.’ Now They Say He Abused Them.
The Cascio siblings are suing Mr. Jackson’s estate after standing by him for years as he faced accusations of child molestation.
How Kevin Warsh Could Shrink the Fed’s Footprint in Financial Markets
President Trump’s nominee to become the next chair of the Federal Reserve wants to overhaul the central bank, including its more than $6 trillion balance sheet.
CNBC
DOJ drops criminal probe of Fed Chair Powell, removes hurdle for Warsh confirmation
President Donald Trump's nomination of Kevin Warsh to replace Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell had been effectively blocked because of the investigation.
AMD shares soar 12% on no company news. Here's what has investors so excited
Intel's strong quarter is driving sharp gains in another chipmaker.
Wall Street's 'fear gauge' is doing something unusual. What it means
The S&P 500 touched record highs Thursday morning, but the Cboe Volatility Index (VIX) remained stuck near 20 and is up from five days ago.
Treasury yields tick lower after DOJ drops Fed probe, paving the path for Senate to vote on Warsh
The yield on the 10-year U.S. Treasury note — the key benchmark for mortgages and auto loans and credit card debt — dropped to 4.304%.
European stocks lower as ceasefire optimism fades; Novo jumps after Lilly weight loss pill prescription data
European stock markets opened broadly lower on Friday, as uncertainty over a potential U.S.-Iran peace deal weighs on investor sentiment.
Iran's top diplomat expected in Pakistan on Friday night to discuss peace plans: MS NOW
President Donald Trump said he is in no rush to make a peace deal, claiming the Iran war has harmed stocks and oil prices less than he expected.
Procter & Gamble earnings beat estimates as sales grow 7%
The company reiterated its full-year forecast for earnings and sales.
U.S. soldier arrested for Polymarket bets on Maduro capture that won $400K, Justice Department says
The arrest comes as concerns have grown about people with inside information making bets on the Polymarket and Kalshi prediction markets.
Germany’s economy was set to rebound. But soaring energy prices have derailed Europe's biggest comeback
Fiscal spending is now a critical tailwind for Germany's economy, as the Iran war hammers its growth outlook.
Trump warns of ‘big tariff’ if UK doesn’t drop digital services tax on U.S. tech firms
The tax is a 2% levy on the revenues of search engines, social media services and online marketplaces that derive value from U.K. users.
Washington Post
Hezbollah defiant in face of Israel-Lebanon ceasefire extension
Israel carried out fresh strikes Friday after President Trump’s announcement. Hezbollah called the ceasefire “meaningless.”
Netanyahu says he hid prostate cancer from public because of Iran war
The Israeli prime minister said he delayed revealing his diagnosis for two months to prevent Iran from using it as “propaganda.” He said treatment had left “no trace” of the cancer.
Israel and Lebanon extend ceasefire for three weeks, Trump says
Secretary of State Marco Rubio is leading the ambassador-level negotiations, but it remains unclear whether the administration will push for a permanent resolution.
Trump intends to invite Putin to G-20 summit in Miami, officials say
The Russian leader has not yet committed to attend the annual gathering of world leaders, which is scheduled for December at the president’s Doral golf resort.
Third U.S. aircraft carrier arrives in waters near Iran
The path of the USS George H.W. Bush to the Middle East has been closely watched as President Trump demands progress in peace negotiations with Tehran.
On Africa trip, the ‘quiet pope’ adopts a confident global voice
Pope Leo XIV shed his previous image as he denounced war in the Middle East and responded assertively to criticism by President Donald Trump.
Trump ally asked FIFA to have Italy replace Iran at World Cup
Italian officials expressed no interest in a substitution that would give Italy’s national team a charitable berth after failing to qualify for the tournament.
Lebanon looks to Trump for ‘leverage over Israel’ with ceasefire set to expire
As talks resume, Prime Minister Nawaf Salam told The Post any deal requires a “full withdrawal” of Israeli forces after Israel seized a “buffer zone” in Lebanon.
Iran says it seized 2 ships in Strait of Hormuz, hours after Trump’s ceasefire extension
Iran seized two container ships in the contested strait, state media said, further complicating diplomatic efforts to end the war that began Feb. 28.
Clearing Strait of Hormuz of mines could take 6 months, Pentagon tells Congress
The Pentagon assessment, shared in a classified briefing for lawmakers, suggests gasoline and oil prices could remain elevated through the midterm elections.
BBC
The assisted dying bill has failed but the debate isn't over
In June 2025 MPs backed the legislation but now it has run out of time to become law.
US justice department drops probe into Fed chairman Jerome Powell
President Donald Trump had accused Powell of improper cost overruns in renovating the Fed's building.
Watch: How the Kremlin's internet crackdown is frustrating Russians
Officials say the restrictions are for public safety, but businesses and the public are feeling the impact.
Man given life sentence for rape and religiously aggravated assault of Sikh woman
A judge tells John Ashby, 32, that he will serve at least 14 years in prison for the attack.
Former Nigeria striker Eneramo dies during match
Michael Eneramo, who won 10 caps for the Super Eagles, dies aged 40 after suffering a suspected cardiac arrest during a friendly game.
Trump says he speaks 'for the UK more than Prince Harry'
The US president's comments come ahead of a state visit from King Charles III and Queen Camilla.
Nato says 'no provision' to expel members after report US could seek to suspend Spain
An internal Pentagon email reportedly outlines options to punish allies over a perceived lack of support for Iran war.
UK cyber chiefs say it's time to ditch passwords for passkeys - what are they?
Passwords have long been the default way we secure accounts online but the NCSC has said passkeys are a better option.
No 10 says Falklands sovereignty rests with UK after report of US 'review'
An internal Pentagon document reportedly raised the prospect of a change in position in retaliation for the UK not joining the Iran war.
Chris Mason: A grim week for Starmer – but things could be about to get worse
The Mandelson vetting row has reignited questions over the PM's future just two weeks before crucial elections in Scotland, Wales and England.
The Independent
Van driver avoids prison for killing 68-year-old in crash on malfunctioning smart motorway
Barry O’Sullivan caused the death of 68-year-old Pulvinder Dillon in the crash
Heartbroken family pay tribute to baby girl killed in Yorkshire dog attack: ‘Maggie changed us in so many ways’
Maggie-May Ann Moody was just three months old
People in food crisis around globe doubles as foreign aid plummets to 10-year low
Some 266 million people in 47 territories were in a state of food crisis or worse last year, with experts warning that ongoing conflicts, climate variability and global economic uncertainty risk worsening the situation in 2026
From tragedy to triumph, the Thunder and their fans bond and put Oklahoma City on the world stage
Isaiah Hartenstein never expected a museum visit to change his life
From tragedy to triumph, the Thunder and their fans bond and put Oklahoma City on the world stage
Isaiah Hartenstein never expected a museum visit to change his life
Family sues after 62-year-old man fell asleep in theater and died days after falling on his way out
The movie-goer fell asleep in the theater and awoke to find himself in the dark, fell and had to crawl out, the family claims
Kristi Noem continues to live in Coast Guard home despite being fired as DHS secretary
Scandal-tainted former Homeland secretary has been spotted coming and going from the posh digs in Washington, D.C., in recent days, despite being ousted more than six weeks ago
Peter Mandelson investigated by European anti-fraud office
The former Labour peer was the bloc’s trade commissioner between 2004 and 2008
Congress members ‘worried’ as late-night fights become the norm: ‘Dysfunction is getting worse’
One lawmaker blamed ‘less mature’ Congress members for the turmoil
Lebanon resident: No words could capture shock of seeing Israeli soldier smash crucifix in my family’s garden
Israel’s military said on Tuesday that it had replaced the sculpture
