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CBC.ca
Amid public anger over housing crisis, Spain's PM takes bold gamble to secure majority
By making housing affordability the centrepiece of his campaign, Pedro Sánchez hopes to unite progressive voters while deflecting attention from other pressing political vulnerabilities.
How a loophole in Canada's species-at-risk law can leave wildlife in limbo
A new study finds a legal gap in Canada's Species at Risk Act can leave species waiting years for protection, with 153 of 288 cases overdue and still unresolved as of January 2025.
Judge orders Trump administration to end taxpayer-funded TV ads
U.S. President Donald Trump must cancel any remaining television commercials paid for with millions of dollars in taxpayer money to promote his political message, a federal judge ordered Sunday night, even as the administration said the ad campaign was coming to an end.
Turkey gravy brand sold in Canada recalled due to undeclared mustard
A brand of turkey gravy sold in Canada has been recalled because it contains undeclared mustard.
Hurricane Simon hits Mexico's Pacific coast, slamming towns and resorts
Hurricane Simon was pounding Mexico's Pacific coast as a Category 4 storm on Sunday, its eye remaining just offshore as its most powerful winds and rain slammed people living between the Sierra Madre and the ocean.
Children among at least 139 dead after migrant boat capsizes off Djibouti coast
At least 139 people, including children, have died after a boat carrying more than 300 migrants capsized off the coast of Djibouti in East Africa, the International Organization for Migration said Sunday.
Montreal surgeon fired by Lasik MD following allegations of involvement in escort network
Lasik MD's spokesperson Jessica Lukian Papineau said Bashour was suspended immediately that night, and all his surgeries were reassigned to other physicians the next morning. That case is due in court next year, and no charges have officially been laid against Bashour.
Support floods in for Gus, Halifax's 104-year-old gopher tortoise, ahead of surgery
Hundreds of get-well messages and art pieces have been sent to the tortoise before he undergoes a bladder surgery on Tuesday.
Pope Leo will undergo surgery to remove a nodule on his lung
Pope Leo announced Sunday he will undergo surgery in the coming days to remove a nodular lesion on his lung that was recently discovered during medical checks.
'Disrespect for wildlife': Multiple grizzly bear poaching incidents under investigation in Alberta
Provincial officials are investigating the illegal killings of four grizzly bears at three separate locations over the last year. One of the bear corpses was found abandoned with its paws removed after being poached.
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Toronto Star
Canada Disability Benefit payments go out this week. Here’s how it works
What to know about eligibility, payment amounts and how to apply.
Union says Stelco layoffs have begun, setting up possible court battle with Ottawa
Union official says about 90 employees are out and 80 more are expected this week, as Ottawa demands a plan within five days.
Annual free turkey drive forced to turn away 700 people, demand was 'beyond imagination'
Downsview Park Merchants Market, the organizers of the 300-turkey giveaway, said it usually has boxes to spare.
A clash of titans or old guard versus new? Inside the epic battle for Mississauga
Mississauga is facing what might be its closest mayoral race in a very long time.
Alberta separatists are expected to lose. They're not preparing to quit
Eight days remain in the campaign in which Albertans will decide whether to set their province on the path to secession.
AI surveillance towers in this Toronto parking lot have residents feeling uneasy
Avante Security says 'residents should be thankful that organizations want to help keep neighbourhoods safe.'
Wild turkeys are back in Toronto, a century after being wiped out in Ontario
The eastern wild turkey, once extinct in Ontario, is making a comeback across the province.
Toronto is safer than ever, but not everybody thinks so. That fear is shaping the mayoral race
As mayoral candidates trade accusations over policing and public safety, experts say the gap between data and fear isn't new.
Why Alberta's referendum is a political and personal test for Mark Carney
The Oct. 19 vote may reveal whether the prime minister is the champion of the West that Alberta has been waiting for.
TNT shortage has one company angling to get Canada back in the explosives business
TNT shortages have sent a panic all along the West's explosives supply chain as militaries and civilian mining and construction companies reliant on the explosive are confronted with delays and skyrocketing costs.
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Globe and Mail
North Korea fires multiple ballistic missiles, South Korea says
Missiles fired from near Pyongyang in latest weapons test amid rising tensions
Russia’s switch to jet-powered drones has given it another advantage in Ukraine
Analysts say the new drones illustrate how the Russian military has evolved into an agile innovator
Russia and Ukraine reach energy ceasefire, Trump says
U.S. President’s brief social media post said only that the ceasefire took effect immediately
FBI records name Canadian ransomware negotiator in arrest over recent hack
Cybersecurity executive Edward Dubrovsky could face charges amid crackdown on ‘ShinyHunters’ hacking group
Trump sticks with tariffs despite widespread disapproval among U.S. voters
More than 64% of U.S. adults believe President’s trade policies have gone too far, polls show
Houthis renew warning to stay away from Saudi airports after deadly Riyadh attack
Yemen's Houthis warned airlines, travelers and airport workers on Sunday to stay away from Saudi airports, a day after an attack on Riyadh's international airport killed 12 people and wounded more than 300 others. Reuters Chief Correspondent for Saudi Arabia Timour Azhari explains.
Pope Leo XIV will undergo surgery to remove a lesion on his lung
Pope Leo XIV has announced he will undergo surgery to remove a lesion on his lung.
Indian protesters seek removal of election chief as ‘cockroach’ leaders released
Police detain hundreds of protesters in Delhi for a second day as nationwide youth movement continues
Ukraine will hold elections if Russia agrees to 60-day ceasefire, Zelensky says
Trump criticized Zelensky for attacking Russian oil refineries after the U.S. temporarily lifted sanctions on Russian fuel
Poland’s police arrest man planning to attack Prime Minister, officials say
Poland on high alert after series of school stabbings and fears of possible Russian hybrid attack
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Global News
Canada advises no travel to Riyadh airport after Houthi attacks
Ambassador Jean-Philippe Linteau says in a video posted on Sunday that anyone in Riyadh who encounters military debris should walk away and contact authorities.
Passenger terminal at Riyadh airport is struck again, a day after 12 were killed
A projectile struck a passenger terminal at the international airport in Riyadh on Sunday, a day after a missile hit the same terminal and killed 12 people.
Ukraine supports energy ceasefire with Russia: Zelenskyy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he supports an energy ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia announced by U.S. President Donald Trump Sunday.
Pope Leo XIV will undergo surgery to remove a nodule on his lung
Pope Leo XIV announced Sunday he will undergo surgery in the coming days to remove a nodular lesion on his lung that was recently discovered during medical checks.
A ferocious Hurricane Simon nears Mexico with 155 mph winds and flooding fears
The eye of Hurricane Simon was just off the Pacific coast of Mexico early Sunday and was expected to move inland later in the day as an extremely powerful storm.
Saudi Arabia extends airport closure and moves Riyadh schools online as attack threats continue
Saudi Arabia on Sunday kept its main international airport closed and moved Riyadh schools online as Yemen's Houthi rebels threatened new airstrikes across the kingdom.
Attack on Saudi airport killed 12 and wounded more than 300: authorities
The international airport in Saudi Arabia's capital, Riyadh, was attacked again Saturday as the kingdom faces an extraordinary series of assaults in the new front in the Iran war.
Trump says Ukraine should get a new president as he blames Zelenskyy for US diesel prices
President Trump said Saturday it was time for Ukraine to get a new president, saying Zelenskyy hasn't done enough to end the war with Russia and blaming him for high diesel prices.
Pope Leo declares death penalty ‘inadmissible’ as his native US plans to livestream execution
In a post on X, the American pope quoted the revised Catholic teaching on capital punishment that the death penalty attacks the inherent dignity of a human being
Simon strengthens into a Category 4 hurricane as it approaches Mexico’s coast
The National Hurricane Center in Miami said early Saturday Simon's maximum sustained winds increased to 145 mph (230 kph). A storm of that strength is considered a major hurricane.
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New York Times
A TikTok Tarot Reader Accused Me of Murder. My Reality Unraveled.
If my face and name were not my own, who was I?
Russell Brand’s Rape and Sexual Assault Trial: What to Know
The YouTuber, comedian and actor’s trial began on Monday. He has pleaded not guilty to all of the charges.
Waves From Powerful Storm Pound Beach Homes in Southern California
Waves from Post-Tropical Storm Rachel crashed into beachfront homes in Long Beach, Calif. over the weekend, prompting evacuations.
An Israeli Election Like No Other
Many say a vote in two weeks may be the most consequential in Israel’s history.
The Taliban Are Using Europe’s Fear of Migrants to Their Advantage
European nations that condemn the Taliban government for its human rights record are seeking its help to deport refugees back to Afghanistan.
‘It’s the Identity, Stupid!’: 3 Writers on Europe’s Rising Far Right
A discussion on the roots of the far-right’s success, its plans for power and what President Trump has to do with it all.
Saudi and Yemeni Airports Hit in New Round of Strikes
At least one person was killed in the Saudi capital, Riyadh, kingdom authorities said. The Houthis said Saudi aircraft hit the Yemeni capital’s airport.
Can a Democrat Beat Darline Graham? 5 Takeaways From the South Carolina Senate Debate
Dr. Annie Andrews, the Democratic challenger, accused Senator Darline Graham of taking her cues from President Trump. Ms. Graham said Dr. Andrews wouldn’t say no to socialists.
Hurricane Simon and Post-Tropical Storm Rachel Bring Flood Risks to Mexico and Southwestern U.S.
Hurricane Simon was hugging the west coast of Mexico on Sunday, while the remnants of Post-Tropical Storm Rachel churned inland, bringing heavy rain and high winds.
Mamdani to Skip Columbus Day Parade. Some Italian Americans Are Glad.
City Hall confirmed that the mayor would not join Monday’s procession up Fifth Avenue, but would host an Italian American heritage reception soon.
CNBC
World Bank jobs council urges 'crisis-era' employment support measures as IMF warns of AI ‘tsunami’
IMF Chief Kristalina Georgieva warned AI is hitting the global labor market like a “slow-moving tsunami,” with young workers entering the job market the most exposed.
Zelenskyy says Ukraine is ready to agree to energy ceasefire, but warns Russia must do same
If Russia doesn't agree to Trump's energy ceasefire, Ukraine will respond, Zelenskyy said in a live-streamed address Monday morning.
Stellantis CEO urges incentives for carmakers who build in Europe as Chinese rivals gain ground
Stellantis' CEO urged European regulators to create incentives for carmakers to manufacture vehicles in the region amid competition from Chinese rivals.
Intel, Broadcom CEOs warn capital crunch could become AI's biggest bottleneck
The CEOs of Intel and Broadcom warned that access to capital could emerge as a major constraint on the artificial intelligence boom.
CNBC Daily Open: Trump's Russian roulette
Oil prices fall, but questions remain over an "energy ceasefire" between Ukraine and Russia, and whether Moscow can meet the supply demands of Trump's deal.
AI may change the price of your Big Mac and groceries — what this means for shoppers
As retailers turn to AI tools to streamline operations, experts warn that collecting more detailed consumer data increases the risk of personalized pricing.
TikTok CEO sees major scientific breakthroughs from AI within three years
Chew cautioned that AI's growing capabilities would require stronger safeguards, particularly as autonomous systems become more widely adopted.
Judge orders Trump administration to immediately stop taxpayer-funded TV ads
The ads featuring President Trump have been criticized as government propaganda and as aimed at influencing the outcome of the midterm election.
CNBC Daily Open: Will America open another front in the Middle East? Trump is considering
Tensions escalate in the Middle East and Ukraine wars.
Why China is importing a record amount of gold — and what it means for prices
Beijing’s push to diversify away from the dollar and Chinese households’ search for a safe place to put their savings has fueled China’s record gold buying.
Washington Post
Saudi Arabia vows retaliation against Houthis after airport strike kills at least 12
More than 300 were injured in Saturday's attack. President Donald Trump said he is weighing joining strikes on the Iranian-backed rebels.
Trump’s Zelensky attack, Russia diesel deal draw criticism in U.S. and abroad
Several Republicans objected to Trump's stance. “I do believe there’s a legitimate case for saying the president’s not following the law, said Sen. Thom Tillis.
Pope will have surgery after doctors discover nodule in his lung
Pope Leo XIV said that the nodule was “detected at a very early stage and is well localized,” and that the surgery would be in the coming days.
How Trump aide Natalie Harp’s family broke apart — and polarized
After a tragedy, Harp’s brother, Preston, split from the family and “radicalized,” moving to Nicaragua to dedicate himself to the Sandinista cause.
12 killed, hundreds injured in Saudi Arabia airport attack as Houthi strikes intensify
An attack Saturday on the airport left several injured and forced the kingdom to temporarily suspend operations.
Trump says Ukraine should ‘get a new president’ after U.S.-Russia diesel deal
Ukraine’s Zelensky "wants to make problems for the world," Trump said Saturday, a day after praising Russia’s Putin.
Pope criticizes death penalty after Hegseth announces public execution
Pope Leo XIV called the death penalty “an attack” on human dignity a day after senior Church officials condemned the Pentagon’s plans to live-stream an execution of Nidal Malik Hasan.
BBC
Reform pledges to suspend asylum system for up to five years and deport claimants
All asylum applications would be rejected and existing ones voided, with all claimants marked for deportation.
Healey faces £35bn Budget challenge to meet spending pledges, says think tank
The Institute for Fiscal Studies says the government will need a "top-up" of billions of pounds if it wants to meet its spending plans.
Burnham says it is 'clear' Russia interfered with Brexit vote
The prime minister says voters were not "sufficiently" informed about how foreign actors sought to disrupt UK democracy.
Sinn Féin ministers facing no-confidence vote after Drumcree dispute
The motion against Michelle O'Neill and three other Sinn Féin ministers will be debated after receiving the backing of unionist parties last week.
DP World Tour to refuse LIV players in 2027 season
The DP World Tour will not allow LIV Golf players to compete at its events in the 2027 season.
Russell Brand arrives at court for start of rape trial
The 51-year-old actor and comedian denies charges of rape and sexual assault against six women.
Wildlife park closed for third day after tiger attack
Yorkshire Wildlife Park remains shut after a man was fatally attacked by a tiger on Saturday.
AI spots nearly 19,000 'shocking' road offences
Captured images include a front-seat passenger holding a small child on her lap without a seatbelt.
AI is less regulated than milk, says Microsoft president
Brad Smith calls for global rules on AI, and says the UK is in the "best position" to lead the charge.
Niners go 5-0 and a rare tie - five things from NFL week five
The San Francisco 49ers and the Minnesota Vikings maintain their perfect starts to the season on another gripping Sunday in the NFL.
The Independent
‘I could have died from meningitis before my first week of university – how to tell it’s not just freshers’ flu’
As the new university year begins, Sofia Mattacola Westley has urged students to be aware of the symptoms of meningitis
Russell Brand arrives at court for start of rape and sexual assault trial
The 51-year-old arrived in court with his wife
Top executives dropped from world oil event schedule after Riyadh airport attacks
That airport has been attacked four times in the last week
The six best Christmas markets in Europe to visit in 2026 this winter
It’s hard to avoid overly commercialised markets full of generic imported tat, but these six festive villages are recommended for their Christmassy atmosphere
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky demands Trump pressure on Putin after ‘energy ceasefire breached’
Trump is reportedly threatening to block a procurement system that provides weapons to Ukraine if it continues strikes on Russian energy infrastructure
DOJ investigating five TV networks over White House pool coverage
‘Group boycotts among commercial competitors can violate the Sherman Act’ a DOJ spokesperson claimed
Russell Brand arrives at a London court for his trial on rape and sexual assault charges
Comedian Russell Brand has arrived at a London court for the opening of his trial on charges of rape and sexual assault
Judge orders Trump to pull $20M taxpayer-funded ads after legal challenge
A Manhattan judge has ordered the Trump administration to cancel taxpayer-funded TV ads that promote his political message
What happened in the Yorkshire tiger attack?
The man was pronounced dead at the scene, South Yorkshire Police have said
Martin Lewis warns fixed tariffs won’t stop your energy bill rising. Here’s how to avoid it
The price cap rise will push bills to their highest since July 2023
