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CBC.ca
Mastermind behind 2021 kidnapping of missionaires in Haiti — including a Canadian — sentenced to life
The former head of the notorious Haitian gang 400 Mawozo was sentenced on Wednesday in a U.S. court to life in prison for masterminding the 2021 kidnapping of a group of American missionaries, along with one Canadian.
Marathon meetings next week will decide bulk of Canadian men's Olympic hockey team
The Canadian management group will meet from Sunday through Tuesday, and expect to have 70 to 80 per cent of the roster written in pen by the end. The players selected will be competing on a smaller than expected ice surface in Milan, where the Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena is under a tight timeline for completion.
Prime Minister Carney hosts Canadian tennis star Mboko on Parliament Hill
Prime Minister Mark Carney welcomed Canadian tennis star Victoria Mboko to Parliament Hill on Wednesday, telling the Toronto teen that Canadians are proud of her breakthrough season on the WTA Tour.
Judges' association taking federal government to court over rejection of $28K raise
A group representing federally appointed judges is taking the government to court over its decision to reject a recommended pay raise of at least $28,000.
New research suggests surge in incurable prostate cancer from lack of early screening
Canadian research suggests recommendations against screening for prostate cancer has led to a rise in the rates of stage 4 cases and less progress in mortality, even as other experts disagree and cite harms of overdiagnosis and overtreatment.
Doctor who sold Matthew Perry ketamine sentenced to 2-1/2 years in prison
California doctor Salvador Plasencia was sentenced to two and a half years in prison on Wednesday after he pleaded guilty to illegally supplying Friends star Matthew Perry with ketamine. The powerful sedative caused the actor's overdose death in 2023.
What to know about the imported pistachios linked to lasting salmonella outbreak
Iranian pistachios previously imported to Canada need to be held and tested for salmonella before being sold, federal officials say.
Bloc wants Liberal bill amended to remove religious exemption from hate speech laws: source
The Bloc Québécois is planning to introduce an amendment to a Liberal government bill that would remove a religious exemption from Canada’s hate speech laws, a source has told CBC News.
‘We want to go home,’ residents say as blaze in Toronto's east end continues for 6th day
Almost one week after the Thorncliffe Park blaze started, engineers and fire crews have officially decided they’ll need to destroy the wall to access the burning material and extinguish it.
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Toronto Star
B.C. conservation officers capture four more bears in attack investigation
Three children and a teacher were badly injured in an attack that came as their group of 20 ate lunch during a field trip on Nov. 20.
Union leader defends Ford government's handling of Skills Development Fund
The head of a union that received millions of dollars from Ontario's $2.5-billion Skills Development Fund calls criticism of how the job training money was distributed "ludicrous" and "ridiculous."
Carney government's hate-crimes bill faces a crucial test. Here's what we know
With the Liberals looking for a partner in the minority Parliament, the Bloc Québécois appear to be hinging their support on a contentious push to change existing hate speech laws.
EQAO scores reveal insufficient progress, Ontario education minister says as he announces new plan
Test results released Wednesday after months-long delay show slight gains in reading, writing and math among elementary and secondary students.
Video shows driver travelling 'erratically' without headlights, through red lights in Vaughan while evading police
The man is facing 32 charges in the incident which began near York police headquarters on Rutherford Road on Saturday.
TTC opens the door to running ads in Toronto’s subway tunnels. But there’s a catch
As soon as next summer, TTC riders might be subjected to advertisements as they travel between stations.
Ford government ads show the 'gravy train' is still rolling, critics charge
Taking aim at record spending of $111.9 million on government ads last year, critics say Premier Doug Ford is more interested in polishing his image than in helping Ontarians.
Here's the problem with Canada's 'industrial carbon price'
The success of Carney’s gambit on pipelines could come down to what agreement Ottawa can reach on how much to charge for greenhouse gas emissions.
It's impossible to undo all the damage Trump has wrought to Canada-U.S. relations, says ex-UN ambassador Bob Rae
Donald Trump "looks at Canada like the Big Bad Wolf looked at Little Red Riding Hood,” Rae said. “It’s dinner. It’s a meal. It’s not a relationship.”
Thorncliffe Park fire: Battle against condo blaze will drag into next week, no timeline for residents' return home
The fire is expected to continue burning into next week, with 239 displaced residents from 119 households being supported by the city.
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Globe and Mail
What to know about the Israel-Hamas war as the ceasefire holds
The latest updates on the ceasefire agreement, U.S. efforts to ensure it holds, and the toll of the war in Gaza after two years
Raccoon raids Virginia liquor store before passing out on bathroom floor
A raccoon broke into a closed Virginia liquor store and drank alcohol from the bottom shelves over the weekend.
Family of Colombian man killed in U.S. boat strike files human rights challenge
Alejandro Carranza’s family believes his death in a U.S. military strike in September was an extrajudicial killing
Trump administration launches latest immigration crackdown in New Orleans
Trump ’s mass deportation efforts have resulted in immigration officials blanketing cities and towns across the nation since January
Trump doubles down on his attacks on Somalis in the U.S.
U.S. President Donald Trump doubled down on his attacks against Somali immigrants. His comments come amid reports his administration is planning a targeted immigration enforcement operation in Minnesota focused on the Somali community.
Doctor in Matthew Perry overdose case sentenced to 30 months in prison
A California doctor was sentenced to 2-1/2 years in prison on Wednesday for illegally supplying 'Friends' sitcom star Matthew Perry with ketamine, the powerful sedative that caused the actor's drug overdose death in 2023.
Future for Ukraine peace talks unclear after Kremlin meeting, Trump says
Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner left Moscow with no specific breakthrough on ending the war
Doctor who sold ketamine to actor Matthew Perry sentenced to 30 months in prison
Dr. Salvador Plasencia’s sentence includes two years of probation and a $5,600 fine
Trump administration targets Minnesota’s Somali community
U.S. authorities are said to be preparing a targeted immigration enforcement operation in Minnesota focusing on Somali immigrants
Somalis condemn Trump remarks after aggressive diatribe
Somalis reacted with concern Wednesday after U.S. President Trump called them 'garbage' and said their country 'stinks' during a cabinet meeting.
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Global News
2 people charged after nearly $1 million in drugs seized at Calgary airport
Two people from Calgary have been charged in connection with an alleged plan to smuggle almost a million dollars worth of drugs into Canada following a tip from German police.
Man charged with theft after allegedly swallowing Fabergé egg locket
The allegedly swallowed item was a limited-edition pendant inspired by the 1983 James Bond film 'Octopussy.'
Ottawa pledges another $235M to Ukraine as Freeland pushes more investment
Former federal minister Chrystia Freeland, now a special envoy for Ukraine's reconstruction, this week said Ukraine can become an economic juggernaut and boost European economies.
Search for flight MH370 to resume, 11 years after it vanished
Exploration firm Ocean Infinity has confirmed it would recommence seabed operations for 55 days, conducted intermittently, the transport ministry said.
Minister responds to case of border officer targeted by Indian ‘disinformation’
Canada's public safety minister said government employees were being 'defamed by a range of actors.'
Putin warns Europe not to ‘wage a war’ as he meets with U.S. on Ukraine
Talks between Russia and the U.S. on ending the nearly four-year war were productive, but much work remains, a senior advisor to Putin told reporters after the hours-long meeting.
Trump calls Somali migrants ‘garbage,’ says he doesn’t want them in U.S.
Trump said residents of the war-ravaged eastern African country are too reliant on U.S. social safety net and add little to the United States.
U.K. teen vanishes on hike near Dracula’s castle in Romanian mountains
The 18-year-old university student went on a solo hiking trip in Romania without informing his family.
Fabergé egg made for Russian royalty sells for record $30.2M at auction
Each time the egg has sold, it has set a world record price for a Fabergé item.
Honduras ex-president leaves prison after Trump pardon of drug conviction
Juan Orlando Hernández was sentenced to 45 years in prison for taking bribes from drug traffickers so they could safely move some 400 tons of cocaine through Honduras to the U.S.
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New York Times
Trump Is Wreaking Havoc With His Favorite Power
In the right hands, the pardon power is too strong. In the wrong hands, it is disastrous.
Former F.D.A. Commissioners Sound Alarm on Plan to Change Vaccine Policy
Twelve former commissioners, in a New England Journal of Medicine article, said they were “deeply concerned” by a leaked memo from the agency’s vaccine regulator.
Steve Cropper, Guitarist, Songwriter and a Shaper of Memphis Soul Music, Dies at 84
As a member of Booker T. & the MG’s and as a producer, he played a pivotal role in the rise of Stax Records, a storied force in R&B in the 1960s and ’70s.
What to Know About Putin’s Visit to India as Oil Trade Dries Up
The Trump administration, which crippled Russia’s oil sales to India with sanctions, will be watching Mr. Putin’s talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Pentagon Watchdog Finds Hegseth’s Signal Chat Risked Endangering U.S. Troops
An inspector general report to be released on Thursday examined the defense secretary’s use of a private messaging app to discuss airstrikes in Yemen.
Trump’s Former Campaign Manager Assisted Honduran Presidential Candidate
Brad Parscale advised the campaign of Nasry Asfura, a right-wing candidate who was endorsed by the U.S. president.
Lawsuit Against Hispanic Scholarship Fund Argues It Discriminates Against Non-Hispanic Students
The plaintiffs, white and Asian students, said they would qualify for scholarships given out by the Hispanic Scholarship Fund, but for their race.
Afghan Refugees Face Uncertain Future As Trump Tightens Immigration Policy
Afghan immigrants in the United States believed they were safe. A deadly shooting that authorities say was carried out by an Afghan has thrown their futures into doubt.
Republican Anger Erupts at Johnson as Party Frets About Future
A small group of G.O.P. women have been among the most vocal in raising what their colleagues say is a broader frustration with the speaker.
Obstacles to Trump’s Push to Deport Minnesota Somalis: Reality and the Cold
Most Somalis in the state are U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents, making the pool of people who would be subject to removal small. And the frigid weather may limit agents’ search.
CNBC
Bank of Japan faces a policy dilemma as government bond yields keep hitting new highs
Experts said the rise in yields is due to inflation running above target, hawkish remarks from the Bank of Japan and an expansionary fiscal policy.
Asia markets trade mixed after Wall Street gains on rate-cut hopes fueled by weak jobs data
The ADP report is the last jobs picture the Federal Reserve gets before it meets Dec. 9-10. Markets are now pricing in an 89% chance of a cut.
Trump's South Korea tariff cuts are major boost for Hyundai and GM
The Trump administration said the tariff rate for vehicles from South Korea will drop to 15% as part of a trade deal.
CNBC Daily Open: Once again, bad data is good news for markets
Before one starts celebrating, remember, what looks like a catalyst for portfolios can mask economic weakness.
Salesforce beats on earnings, issues better-than-expected revenue forecast
Salesforce said its Agentforce artificial intelligence business is generating over $500 million in annualized revenue.
Design executive behind 'Liquid Glass' is leaving Apple
Alan Dye, who was part of the redesign of Apple's software interface called Liquid Glass, is taking his talents to Meta.
Trump proposes slashing fuel efficiency standards for passenger cars
The oil industry group the American Petroleum Institute has lobbied the Trump administration to repeal the Biden fuel economy standards.
A little-known startup just used AI to make a moon dust battery for Blue Origin
Istari CEO Will Roper was assistant secretary of the Air Force under President Donald Trump's first term and worked with Space Force.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang talks chip restrictions with Trump, blasts state-by-state AI regulations
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang told reporters on Capitol Hill that he had just met with President Trump, and the two "talked in general about export controls."
Macy’s posts strongest growth in more than 3 years, but strikes cautious note on holidays
Macy's has seen signs of momentum as it invests in more staffing and sharper visual displays at its namesake department stores.
Washington Post
Republicans begin to tighten the screws on Hegseth’s Pentagon
GOP frustration with Trump’s defense secretary has intensified, with some lawmakers questioning their confidence in him as key committees pursue an aggressive oversight campaign.
Confident of military success, Putin refuses compromise in Moscow talks
European officials, who were not included in the talks, said at a NATO meeting in Brussels that Russia appears to be inflexible in the negotiations.
To clear huge court backlog, U.K. aims to scrap jury trials for some crimes
The plan to forgo jury trials for defendants charged with lower-level crimes is aimed at easing an 80,000-case backlog in a court system booked as far out as 2030.
The Epstein scandal is a royal mess. Imagine living on Prince Andrew Way.
As Britain’s royal family strips Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor of his titles, ordinary places across the country are trying to downplay their links, too.
Venezuela lets deportation flights resume despite Trump’s airspace threat
The scheduled deportation flight marks a rare moment of cooperation between the Trump administration and Venezuela, as the threat of a U.S. attack looms.
Family of Colombian man killed in U.S. boat strikes files formal complaint
Alejandro Andres Carranza Medina’s family alleges that the Trump administration committed human rights violations in its campaign against suspected drug trafficking.
Former E.U. foreign policy chief detained in fraud inquiry
Federica Mogherini, the E.U.’s former foreign policy chief who is also a former Italian foreign minister, was detained in an investigation of procurement fraud.
The glaring ‘hypocrisy’ behind Trump’s war on drugs
The Trump administration’s pardon of convicted drug trafficker Juan Orlando Hernández raises questions about its war on “narcoterrorism.”
Hegseth, citing ‘fog of war,’ says he learned of survivors hours after strike
The defense secretary’s remarks were the most extensive public accounting yet of his involvement in the military’s lethal attack on alleged drug smugglers on Sept. 2.
Ex-Honduras president, convicted of drug trafficking, freed on Trump pardon
A former DEA agent called the release “devastating”: “It means any attempt to work your investigations to the highest levels is meaningless.”
BBC
Streeting orders review into mental health and ADHD diagnosis
The health secretary said the aim was to tackle a rising demand for services and the increased pressure on the NHS.
Court sides with Adidas in appeal over Kanye West collaboration
Investors had accused Adidas of misleading them as its relationship with the rapper showed cracks.
Steve Cropper, guitarist of Booker T and the MGs and Blues Brothers band, dies aged 84
The musician was known for his work on hits including Green Onions and Otis Redding’s The Dock of the Bay.
School taught me about bank accounts but not breast exams
Resources will be made available in schools on women's health topics to reduce the gender health gap.
Cough medicines or lemon and honey – which is better for you?
What's the best way to deal with a cough and is lemon and honey as effective as medicine?
Ukraine and US negotiators to meet in Florida after Moscow talks, White House says
US special envoy Steve Witkoff will meet senior Ukrainian negotiator, Rustem Umerov, for talks in Miami on Thursday.
Patients clogging A&E with hiccups, sore throats and other niggles
NHS bosses warn the public to use hospitals wisely amid concern this could be a tough winter.
The Papers: 'Face ID in every town' and 'Kate's great herr do'
Many of Thursday's front pages carrying photos of the state banquet for the German President at Windsor, alongside a range of other stories.
O'Neill leaves with Celtic's thanks - and a tracksuit
Martin O'Neill leaves with one final performance after Celtic's grand old showman departs the stage.
Did we get too excited, too soon about Hearts?
Hearts' eight-point lead at the top of the Scottish Premiership has evaporated. So what has happened?
The Independent
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Trump says Putin wants to end war but path to peace ‘unclear’
Kyiv and European leaders accuse Russian president of 'wasting time'
Venmo users have trouble sending and receiving money amid service outage
Users of the payment app Venmo are experiencing problems sending and receiving money amid widespread social media posts about service issues
Marine dies in training exercise at Camp Pendleton
Authorities say a U.S. Marine has died during a training exercise at Southern California's Camp Pendleton
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Trump escalates bigoted rant against Somali immigrants and calls for Congresswoman Ilhan Omar to be thrown ‘out of our country’
“It’s not even a nation,” Trump said of Somalia. “It’s just people walking around killing each other.”
Yemen's Houthis release mariners held since July ship attack
Yemen’s Houthi rebels have released 11 mariners held since a July attack on the ship Eternity C in the Red Sea, an assault that killed four on board and sank the vessel
Connecticut police find decomposed body after standoff with man who shot at officers
Connecticut police have found a decomposed body and numerous explosives inside a home after a standoff with a man who had barricaded himself and exchanged gunfire with officers
Honolulu to settle lawsuit over police shooting of Micronesian teen for $1M
Honolulu’s city council has authorized a $1 million settlement for the family of a 16-year-old boy shot and killed by police in 2021
Air Force pilot safely ejects before F-16 fighter jet crashes in California desert
Military officials say a fighter jet with the Air Force's Thunderbirds demonstration squadron has crashed in the Southern California desert
Doctor sentenced to over 2 years in prison for selling ketamine to Matthew Perry: ‘Drug dealer in white coat’
Dr. Salvador Plasencia, 44, was one of five people federally charged after the October 2023 death of 54-year-old Friends star
Jury convicts man who wore clown mask, brandished chain saw in upstate New York neighborhood
An upstate New York jury has convicted a man who wore a clown mask and brandished a chain saw during a menacing daytime walk through a neighborhood
