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CBC.ca

What timing of a second referendum in Alberta could look like, if it were to happen

Albertans will vote next month on the possibility of a second referendum on separation, but exactly when that referendum — if a majority voted for it — would happen, remains somewhat murky.

$5.5M daycare built with provincial funds now derelict, scavenged by thieves and damaged by flooding

A $5.5-million Winnipeg-area daycare built two years ago with provincial funds sits vacant, derelict and surrounded by weeds after being plundered by scavengers and damaged by flooding.

Who owns ‘Elbows Up’? Canadian companies trying to cash in on patriotic slogan

From the hockey rink to the political arena, the phrase “Elbows Up” has become part of the Canadian lexicon — and now a number of businesses are trying to cash in on it.

Amazon suspends use of cargo carrier whose plane careened off Miami runway

The Boeing 767 came in fast on Sept. 6 and then barreled roughly 396 metres past the end of the runway and smashed into a van carrying workers at a plane cleaning company.

EU slams Russian attack at Ukraine train station where world dignitaries had gathered

A Russian drone attack on a ‌train on Ukraine's border with ​NATO member Poland was meant to scare ​Western countries supporting Ukraine, European ‌Union's foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said Monday.

Amid Trump trade war, Canada's exports to China up 30% in first half of 2026

The Canada-China Business Council and the University of Alberta's China Institute have crunched the trade data between Canada and China for the first half of 2026, and it shows Canadian exports to China rose by 30.1 per cent to $21.74 billion, while imports from China declined by 5.8 per cent to $44.86 billion.

PQ leader points to high immigration for school and housing crises. Is he right?

Parti Québécois Leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon is calling for lower immigration levels, arguing that soaring population growth has directly fuelled the housing crisis and overcrowding in schools. But CBC spoke with experts who say it’s far more complicated than that.

They came to Canada for safety. Now they’re suspected of supporting the regime they fled

Hundreds of permanent resident applicants received letters from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada in August, advocates say. The letters state concerns the applicants could be members of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, despite being legally obligated to join.

This Afghan says Canada is abandoning her in a country where it feels like it's a 'mistake' to be a woman

An Afghan woman who hopes to make it to Canada describes worsening conditions for women living under Taliban rule.
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Toronto Star

Tributes pour in for Canadian boxing icon George Chuvalo: 'He truly was the best of us'

Ontario Premier Doug Ford called Chuvalo "a heavyweight boxing legend, a family friend and a Canadian icon" on social media.

Veteran Star reporter Peter Edwards wins Tracey Tyler Award from Innocence Canada

Organization that advocates for the wrongfully convicted honours Toronto Star crime reporter with award named after colleague who died in 2012.

Why Chris Alexander’s public musings about dropping out have raised eyebrows in Toronto's mayor race

The former Conservative MP for Ajax-Pickering told a forum on antisemitism that he would consider dropping out if he didn't gain more support.

How to get $7,200 in free money for your child's education

Any adult can open an RESP for a child, including parents, guardians, grandparents, relatives and friends.

She waited 11 months to evict a non-paying tenant. Ontario's new rules are supposed to fix that

Here's what the province's new rental rules mean for tenants and landlords.

To save Canada, Mark Carney is courting foreign money. He's risking an 'investment invasion'

One sector of our economy looks very tempting to investors.

Why this trade war with U.S. is like no other in our history

This latest chapter in Canada’s long battle over trade with the Americans differs in at least four ways.

The Star profiled Andrew Azevedo’s five years in isolation. Now his Ontario hospital has been ordered to take action

The Ontario Review Board has ordered Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care to implement measures "recognizing the harm done by seclusion."

She was taking 52 pills a day, and her pain was a '10 out of 10 every minute.' Then came ketamine

Toronto studies see some success in treating pain, depression. But ketamine's potential is still poorly understood.

Why Toronto's film and theatre insiders flock to this historic, family-run downtown hardware store

Founded in 1917 as a scrap-metal business, this Rothblott family store now serves locals and film productions.
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Globe and Mail

Iran denounces exclusion of its nuclear chief from IAEA meeting in Vienna

Iran’s ambassador to the agency told delegates that Vienna’s decision not to grant a visa to Mohammad Eslami ‘violates the host country’s obligation’

New AI warnings revive concerns over whether technology could escape human control and threaten humanity

Concerns over risks include misuse by people with criminal aims, and AI systems going rogue in a dangerous way

Why AI leaders are suddenly talking about slowing down

Questions are growing about whether artificial intelligence is outpacing safety measures for the technology. Reuters Technology Correspondent Deepa Seetharaman explains what's driving the sudden push to 'slow down' AI development, and weighs in on whether slowing the race is even possible.

Himalayas approach tipping point as glacial retreat threatens water security, study finds

As glaciers retreat, they are leaving behind unstable glacial lakes held back by little more than loose rock and ice, above valleys where millions of people live

King Charles to host executives from major AI companies including OpenAI, Anthropic

Anthropic researchers recently warned that the technology could lead to the extinction of the human race

Yemen’s Houthi rebels seize more key islands in southern Red Sea

Iran-backed forces strengthen control of major maritime shipping route

North Korea says it conducted live-fire drill demonstrating ‘huge destructive power’

Experts say North Korea is not slowing its testing activities

Shane Lowry crushes the field at Doonbeg for record 11-shot victory in Irish Open

Lowry won the Irish Open for the second time, 17 years after he won as an amateur

Zverev beats Shelton to win U.S. Open and extend a drought by American men

Zverev picks up his second Grand Slam win of the season, after taking the French Open

Autocratic regimes using AI for propaganda and surveillance, Anthropic says

The company says it has shut down a long list of attempts to use its Claude system maliciously
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Global News

Trump drops tariff on Irish whiskey while booze ban looms for Canada

The tariffs on Irish whiskey were imposed months ago as part of his standard tariff imposed by Trump on European Union imports, which was reduced to 10 per cent in July. 

Celine Dion returns to the stage after 6 years at Paris residency: ‘I missed this’

The Quebec superstar opened her show before nearly 33,000 people at the Plenitude Arena in Nanterre marking an emotional comeback after what she described as a “rocky road.”

Trump calls on Ukraine to stop strikes on Russian diesel citing global shortage

Ukraine has for months been targeting Russia’s oil and gas industry with long-range strikes, prompting fuel rationing across the country.

At least 129 missing, 6 dead after ferry overturns in Indonesia’s Java sea

The ferry, with more than 240 people on board, was traveling from Surabaya in East Java to Banjarmasin in South Kalimantan province, on Borneo Island, officials said.

Turkish authorities launch crackdown on LGBTQ+, HIV support groups

The raids targeted both current and former members of multiple prominent LGBTQ+ rights and HIV awareness groups. The organizations’ websites were also blocked.

Canada to co-host conference on returning Ukrainian kids, detainees

Canada, Ukraine and Norway will host an international conference in Toronto focused on returning Ukrainian children, detained civilians and prisoners of war.

Trump says Canada ‘wants to make a deal very badly’

U.S. President Donald Trump says Canada wants a deal with Washington “very badly” and suggested an agreement could come “fairly soon” if trade concerns are resolved.

Carney to showcase Canada’s capital agenda at first-ever investment summit

Prime Minister Mark Carney will pitch Canada to hundreds of global and domestic investors at the country's first national investment summit in Toronto next week.

Princess Diana’s ‘revenge dress’ to go up for auction in New York City

Diana turned heads when she arrived at the Serpentine, one of London’s most celebrated art galleries, on a warm June evening in 1994, dressed in the figure-hugging gown.

Man jailed for threatening to behead son’s female teacher in French town

France's education minister described the incident as one of 'extreme gravity,' and offered his full support to the teacher, her colleagues, students and the their families.
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New York Times

E.P.A. Will Erase Limits on Climate Pollution From Power Plants

Generation of electricity is the second largest source of carbon dioxide and other planet-warming gases in the United States.

Russian Strike on Train Station Near Ukraine-Poland Border Seen as Warning to Kyiv’s Allies

The attack on Ukraine’s rail network, which connects the country to the West, was a jab at Europe, officials said.

Global Warming Will Breach the 1.5 Degree Celsius Limit. Now What?

As global temperature increase shoots past 1.5 degrees Celsius, the vulnerable countries that fought for that Paris Agreement target face a brutal new reality.

In Hegseth’s Pentagon, Top Leaders Battle Turmoil

Persistent distractions are feeding a climate of mistrust as the U.S. military faces a series of wartime issues, including shortfalls of missile interceptors.

Tech Stocks Shudder in Response to Calls to Slow A.I. Progress

Companies at the forefront of artificial intelligence in Asia, Europe and the United States posted declines after tech leaders expressed worries about the safety of “frontier” A.I. technology.

Saudi Arabia Faces ‘Worst-Case Scenario’ After Being Rebuffed by Trump

The kingdom is in a state of strategic shock after coming under attack from an emboldened Iran and failing to win more U.S. military support, analysts say.

Meeting Between Iran and Arab States Postponed as Mideast Diplomacy Stalls

Talks between the United States and Iran hit a dead end weeks ago, leaving Arab countries struggling to manage their ties to Tehran amid ongoing attacks.

Rogue Machines

We look into the concerns over artificial intelligence.

The Escalating Warnings About A.I., and the Rise of a Deadly New Street Drug

Plus, the man who went to space — and never wanted to go back.

The New Moscow: A Digital Utopia Doubling as a Surveillance Trap

Cutting-edge technologies have reshaped the Russian capital, making it safer, more convenient — and more closely watched.

CNBC

OpenAI boss Sam Altman spells out how and why the AI industry wants to slow down: 'We could lose control'

OpenAI's chief has made comments detailing how AI safety frameworks and a slowdown could work, as the industry unites behind concerns.

Satellite images show extent of damage to Saudi Arabia’s oil pipeline that bypasses Strait of Hormuz

Saudi Arabia temporarily shut the roughly 750-mile pipeline as attacks threaten a key alternative to the Strait of Hormuz.

10-year Treasury yield nears 5% ahead of Fed rate decision this week

The 10-year Treasury yield is closing in on 5%, a level last touched in October 2023. Strategists say the drivers behind higher yields are more important.

Iran says it destroyed U.S. advanced drone over Hormuz as Middle East conflict intensifies

Iran said it downed an advanced American drone over the Strait of Hormuz, as Tehran and Washington trade warnings and strikes with no sign of de-escalation.

Brent crude tops $108 after Saudi Arabia shuts down critical pipeline that bypasses Strait of Hormuz

Saudi Arabia has faced escalating attacks from Iran-allied militant groups in recent days.

LA Clippers owner Steve Ballmer apologizes over team sanctions

Ballmer said that the team is complying with the penalties, has paid the fines, and is "moving forward."

India’s retail inflation hits 4.8% in August, rises for 10th straight month

India's inflation in August accelerated for the tenth month straight to 4.82% in August amid rising food and fuel prices.

Clarity Act faces make-or-break Senate vote on Tuesday as crypto industry pushes for bill

A Senate vote on Tuesday is a put-up-or-shut-up moment for the Clarity Act crypto bill, scheduled by Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D.

Why the election could make Washington's looming next fiscal crisis harder

Some in the GOP are already disavowing raising the debt ceiling absent deep spending cuts as the national debt balloons past $40 trillion.

China says AI CEOs' call for a slowdown is 'fear mongering'

Chinese state media's reports of the daily press conference also noted that all groups should work together for AI openness and inclusivity.

Washington Post

Iran and Persian Gulf foreign ministers postpone meeting as talks stall

Iran said that Saudi Arabia, which is facing threats by Iran-backed Houthi rebels and Iraqi militias, called off a high-level meeting planned in Oman.

Ukraine’s war outlook worsens as Kyiv confronts budget and weapons shortfalls

Amid constant Russian drone and missile attacks, two shortfalls are raising the greatest alarm: a lack of air defense interceptors and an unexpected $27 billion defense budget gap.

Trump calls on Zelensky to stop attacking Russian energy targets

A surge in the U.S. average price for diesel to an all-time high of $6 a gallon has reinforced concerns about higher global inflation.

Trump pokes the U.K., and Ireland’s unity debate catches fire

The comment follows decades of White House neutrality and leaves both sides of the dispute wondering if he was backing Ireland, trolling Britain or talking off the cuff.

Oman, a mediator with Iran, is baffled by Trump’s bombing threat

Omanis are wondering what triggered Trump to threaten to bomb their small country, which is known for neutrality and was negotiating between Iran and the U.S. to end the war

Six dead, over 100 missing after Indonesian passenger ship hits bad weather in Java Sea

The ship was carrying about 240 people and lost contact early Sunday. A total of 113 people have been rescued so far, including six who then died.

Bye, America: Trump’s rhetoric pushes some Canadians to shun the U.S.

Buying groceries has become an act of patriotic duty for some shoppers in Canada.

Trump endorses Irish reunification, breaking with decades of U.S. policy

Trump’s comments broke with longstanding U.S. neutrality on the question of reuniting the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland — a highly sensitive issue in the U.K.

As Iran proxies activate in Yemen and Iraq, Trump’s Mideast morass deepens

Two of the most important corridors for international energy shipments are blocked by Iran and its proxies, oil prices are up and the global economy is reeling.

BBC

London musical cancelled after Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey pull out

Sunday in the Park With George was supposed to make its debut next year at the Barbican.

Russia hits Ukrainian train shortly after Boris Johnson and top European officials leave station

The former UK PM said: "I don't know what warped logic drove Putin to blow up a stationary Ukrainian locomotive on the Polish border this morning".

Steep rise in young UK nationals detained for smuggling drugs from Asia

Hundreds of Britons have been detained in Thailand on suspicion of attempting to smuggle cannabis to the UK.

Why are there concerns AI could threaten humanity, and how real are they?

Existential fears about AI have once again reared their head - here's what you need to know.

Speedboat killer jailed for attack on girlfriend

Jack Shepherd was sentenced at Isleworth Crown Court after previously admitting the violent assault.

Arsenal to contact Pro Ref over Konsa penalty

Arsenal will contact refereeing body Pro Ref over the incident that saw Ezri Konsa concede a penalty in Saturday's win over Sunderland.

Driver who killed Team GB triathlete to be deported

Romanian van driver Visile Barbu's appeal against deportation was dismissed by a judge.

Familiar questions for Man Utd, now Carrick must find answers

After one win in four Premier League games, the problems are mounting for Manchester United and manager Michael Carrick.

Hyrox apologises for allowing race to continue after athlete soils herself

Some raised concerns around hygiene while others praised the competitor's resolve to finish the race and push through adversity.

What you need to know about the latest donations to Reform UK

Chief political correspondent Henry Zeffman explains who's behind Reform UK's £72m in donations.

The Independent

Andy Burnham’s father, who had Alzheimer’s, dies

Prime minister Andy Burnham has cancelled all of his engagements on Monday and Tuesday following the death of his father, The Independent understands.

New York Yankees say Legionella bacteria found in stadium cooling tower not linked to outbreak

Bacteria that cause Legionnaires' disease have been found in a Yankee Stadium cooling tower in New York City

Betty Liu's Sesame-Cumin Chicken is double-fried for flavor and crispiness

Betty Liu has a chapter on “Frying” in her latest cookbook, “The Chinese Way.”

Workers return to packed lunches to cope with rising cost of living

Almost half of UK professionals (46%) now take a packed lunch to work more frequently than they did a year ago, the poll for online grocer Ocado found

Ice cream and deep-fried food banned from UK school dinners in healthy overhaul

The new measures, including mandatory high-fibre options like lentils, aim to tackle childhood obesity

UK weather forecast: What can we expect in September?

A mix of strong winds, showers, and occasional warm spells are set to dominate the UK following a record-breaking summer

A Christian pastor called Arapaho ceremonies 'idol worship.' Now the tribe wants her church gone

In the weeks since a Christian pastor on the Wind River Reservation likened Arapaho ceremonial ways to “idol worship,” the Sunday morning rhythm has become familiar

Mining for minerals in the Congo could help save the rainforest, former minister says

Lee White – a former minister for the environment in Gabon – tells Nick Ferris why he believes investment from responsible mining companies gives the world’s second largest rainforest a better chance of survival than traditional foreign aid

Poland pledges to strengthen security after drone strikes along border with Ukraine

Poland has pledged increased security along its border with Ukraine

Africa's biggest oil refinery opens to public ownership, sparking excitement among retail investors

Aliko Dangote, Africa's richest man, is opening a portion of his refinery to public ownership in Africa's biggest initial public offering