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CBC.ca
Carney, Smith hold news conference in Red Deer, Alta.
Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith make a homebuilding announcement and take questions from journalists in Red Deer, Alta.
Pop star Madison Beer and NFL quarterback Justin Herbert engaged
Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter and quarterback for the NFL Los Angeles Chargers announced their engagement on social media on Tuesday after just under a year of dating. Friends and fans are pouring in their support for the happy couple.
San Jose Sharks make Macklin Celebrini NHL's highest-paid player with extension
San Jose Sharks superstar Macklin Celebrini signed a five-year, $94 million extension Wednesday that will make him the highest-paid player in the NHL.
Marmots on OnlyFans: Researchers turn to the internet for funding
Funding has always been a challenge for Dan Blumstein's long-term study of yellow-bellied marmots, even more so since the Trump administration started defunding some environmental research. So he and his team are posting videos of the loaf-like rodents on OnlyFans and asking for tips.
Copper wire theft up by 78% over last year, Bell says
Bell says it has seen a surge in copper wire thefts across its telecommunications infrastructure in 2026, which can compromise phone calls made to 911 and critical internet service.
Feds announce almost $2B in funding to modernize Via Rail's passenger fleet
The federal government has announced almost $2 billion in funding to modernize Via Rail's passenger fleet with 45 new hybrid battery-diesel passenger locomotives.
U.S. ban on foreign-made humanoid robots targets China over security risks
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission is banning imports of new foreign-made humanoid robots and power inverters, citing national security risks, in a move that targets China.
Glen Hansard, Irish singer-songwriter who won an Academy Award, dies in motorcycle crash
Academy Award-winning Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard died in a motorcycle crash in Dublin early on Wednesday, his management said. He was 56.
Iran resumes missile attacks as U.S., Saudis strike Tehran-backed militias in Iraq
Iran launched a barrage of missiles at American forces in the Middle East early Wednesday as the U.S. partnered with Saudi Arabia to strike Tehran-backed militias in neighbouring Iraq, killing at least 20 fighters.
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Toronto Star
Doug Ford's MPPs criticize Mark Carney's Alto high-speed rail project after Billy Bishop veto
The train that would cut through farmland in rural ridings has always been unpopular with some members of Ford's caucus.
Canadian Hollywood financier Jason Cloth arrested and charged with wire fraud
Cloth, 60, was charged with seven counts of wire fraud in an indictment unsealed in a District Court in Chicago.
Doug Ford's Billy Bishop airport plans won't fly, Olivia Chow insists: 'The waterfront belongs to everyone'
The Toronto mayor's comments come ahead of a scheduled debate on Billy Bishop at city council on Wednesday.
Toronto man faces dozens of charges for allegedly luring children worldwide through Fortnite, social media
Police said the accused used male and female personas on online sites popular with children to lure them in and exploit them.
Feds to spend $1.9B to replace Via Rail locomotive fleet, build plant
The deal will create 1,200 new full-time jobs and the hybrid trains will be built with Canadian-made batteries, according to Transport Minister Steven MacKinnon.
'Once' Oscar winner and Irish musician Glen Hansard dies in motorcycle crash
Hansard, 56, died in a single-vehicle motorcycle crash in Lucan on the outskirts of the Irish capital before 4:30 a.m. on Wednesday.
FIFA's Infantino sets deadline for $20M offer to members in Kushner-backed World Cup investor plan
The proposal backed by Joshua Kushner's investment firm was met with immediate fury by Gianni Infantino’s former colleagues at European soccer body UEFA, which said the World Cup “is not FIFA’s to sell.”
Two men killed in Stoney Creek townhouse complex shooting
Police have cordoned off two scenes at the townhouse complex located at 191 Candlewood Dr.
Ukraine says it hits 2 major Russian oil refineries hours after Zelenskyy's meeting with Trump
Ukraine’s recent high-profile successes against Russia have impressed Washington and helped restore U.S. goodwill after Trump’s reluctance to continue to support Kyiv.
What happened after I shared my immigration story
My work permit has expired, but I'm still here, still reporting. I applied for a work permit extension before it expired and the overwhelming support from readers became a part of my application.
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Globe and Mail
Wildfires consume large parts of the U.S., with conditions set to worsen
More than 235,000 acres have burned in Utah and Colorado, while in Oregon and Washington state, the total has exceeded 1.8 million acres
Oscar-winning Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard dies in crash
Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard, who won an Academy Award for the 2007 film 'Once,' died in a motorcycle crash on the outskirts of Dublin early Wednesday, his management said. He was 56.
Trump asks Supreme Court to throw out $83-million defamation verdict won by E. Jean Carroll
He says he can’t be sued for comments he made while he was president
Dr. Fauci invokes Fifth Amendment in Republican-led COVID-19 Senate hearing
The physician and immunologist who helped lead the U.S government response to the COVID-19 pandemic was expected to face aggressive questioning from Republican members, especially Chairman Rand Paul of Kentucky.
Fauci refuses to answer questions at U.S. Senate hearing on COVID-19
Now-retired infectious-disease expert invokes Fifth Amendment in response
Ukrainian strike on Iranian cargo ship blurs line between two wars
Tehran has climbed down from threat to retaliate, a rare bit of good news as the two conflicts threaten to merge into one
OpenAI's rogue agent compromised a customer at a second tech firm
The rogue agent that escaped from OpenAI and went on a days-long hacking spree at the AI firm Hugging Face also compromised a customer at a second tech company — New York-based Modal Labs — according to a Modal executive and two other sources familiar with the matter.
Ukraine hits two major Russian oil refineries as Kyiv intensifies pressure on Moscow
Attacks came hours after Zelensky visited Washington on Tuesday for talks with Trump to push for more vital American help
Glen Hansard, Oscar-winning Irish musician for Once, dies in motorcycle crash at 56
Singer-songwriter began busking on the streets of his native Dublin as a teen before forming the popular Irish band The Frames in 1990
Daily Mail seeks interim £10-million payment after Prince Harry, other claimants lose lawsuit
Associated’s lawyer argues costs should be paid on an indemnity basis, under which the losing party must cover the other side’s charges without need to show they were proportionate
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Global News
BTS won’t submit music for 2027 Grammys after Asian pop category added
The announcement follows the introduction of a new Best Asian Pop Music Performance category at the Grammys meant to recognize the work and contributions of Asian artists.
Death toll rises to 18 following 7.1 quake in southwestern Japan
The magnitude 7.1 earthquake that hit a day earlier in the Kumamoto area on the southern main island of Kyushu also left at least 62 people injured, six of them seriously.
Canadian NATO intern to stay in Belgian custody on spying charge: officials
Following a closed-door hearing Tuesday, the Belgian federal prosecutor's office said the suspect would continue to be held in pretrial detention.
Could Ukraine’s attack on an Iranian ship merge 2 ongoing wars?
Iran has vowed to respond to Saturday's attack, which Ukraine claimed was targeting a vessel that was allegedly carrying military equipment between Iran and Russia.
France order 4,000 more evacuations as fires ravage southwest Europe
France may never have seen an evacuation on this scale in peacetime, as it is “very likely” to be the largest civilian evacuation operation ever carried out in the country.
U.S. walks out on UN meeting following France’s human rights criticism
The surprise move during a U.N. Security Council meeting on Ukraine followed U.S. opposition to giving U.N. human rights chief Volker Türk another four-year term.
Nearly 500 civilians dead in Pakistan-Afghanistan conflict, UN says
The report also explores other human rights issues, including a deadly crackdown on protests in western Afghanistan over restrictions on women’s clothing.
Canadian aid in Gaza squandered by Israeli actions, UN says
The UN official overseeing water and sanitation in Gaza is praising Canada's support for Palestinians but warns that some of its aid money is being squandered by Israel's actions.
Dozens injured, missing after 7.1 earthquake shakes part of southern Japan
An earthquake registering a magnitude of 7.1 shook Kumamoto on Japan’s southern main island of Kyushu late Tuesday afternoon, causing damage and injuries, officials said.
Canadians returning from ISIS ‘highly likely’ to pose threat, intelligence report says
The report by Canada's threat assessment agency highlights the risks posed by veterans of the terror group.
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New York Times
Trump Demanded Details of Agents’ Interview of Comey, New Filing Says
The request suggests the intense personal involvement of President Trump in investigating one of his longtime critics, the former F.B.I. director James B. Comey.
Canada’s Answer to Trump’s Tariffs: More Energy Deals With Europe
The Carney government’s agreement with a German natural gas company will also reduce Europe’s dependence on a Qatari supply made more uncertain by war.
Why Republicans Aren’t Funding the Texas Senate Race Yet
The peculiar dynamic is playing out in Texas, where the fate of the Republican nominee, Ken Paxton, will help decide which party controls the U.S. Senate.
With Blanche Nomination at Stake, Payouts to Trump Allies Continue
A seven-figure settlement is announced two days before a scheduled Senate committee vote on Todd Blanche’s nomination to be attorney general.
Could Jettisoning CNN Save the Paramount Merger?
It’s a thorn in the side of David Ellison’s paused dream.
Sanctions Bill Would Give Trump Sweeping New Tariff Powers
A bipartisan bill in the Senate would allow President Trump to impose tariffs on the biggest importers of Russian energy.
European Wildfires Amplified by Emptying Countryside and Fewer Farms
A warming planet and a shift away from farming have set the stage for larger fires on the continent. “We must learn to coexist with them,” one report said.
Can This Man Stop the Mamdani Agenda?
Reihan Salam loves New York. He loves the free market. And he’s very worried.
Glen Hansard, Oscar-Winning Frontman of Irish Band the Frames, Dies at 56
The popular singer-songwriter won, with Markéta Irglová, an Oscar for the song “Falling Slowly” from the film “Once.”
Obama Endorses Josh Turek in Iowa Senate Race With Basketball Video
The former president is trying to help Josh Turek net a Senate seat in Iowa, which Democrats see as one of their best pickup opportunities of the midterms.
CNBC
Oil prices jump 7% after Trump says U.S. will hit Iran hard
Oil rose sharply amid renewed tensions in the Middle East after Iran launched an attack on U.S. forces using ballistic missiles.
Treasury yields rise as Wall Street awaits Fed interest rate decision
Investors awaited the Federal Reserve's latest interest rate decision.
Microsoft is set to report earnings after the bell, and all eyes are on its spending plans
Investors are looking to see if Microsoft follows Alphabet in raising its capital spending plans
Warren, Schiff urge SEC to probe Trump Media's paid service giving faster access to Trump's posts
Trump has frequently posted policy announcements or other newsworthy information on Truth Social that have sent global markets hurtling up or down.
Meta reports second-quarter results after the close
Meta continues to see healthy growth from online ads, but investors are looking for more clarity on the company's plans to diversify.
Warren probes Pentagon program to hire highly paid private sector workers
Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., said she is concerned about a Pentagon program to pay high salaries to Wall Street recruits.
Why shareholders are suing Novo Nordisk over next-generation weight-loss drug
Investors claim Novo Nordisk misled the market about CagriSema's tolerability, after disappointing clinical trial results wiped billions off its market cap.
FIFA is embroiled in a $20 billion World Cup controversy. Here's what's going on
UEFA – European soccer's governing body – accused FIFA of "crossing a line" and said the tournament is not its to sell.
Nike was once China's sneaker king. Here's why its sales have fallen 30%
China was once Nike's fastest-growing region but the company has lost relevance among young consumers and ceded market share to smaller, domestic brands.
Trump says U.S. will give Iran a 'beating' after surprise attack
Centcom in a post on X said that the attack originated from Iran, but all missiles were intercepted.
Washington Post
Trump threatens to hit Iran ‘hard’ following missile attack on U.S. assets
The threat came after Saudi Arabia joined U.S. military strikes on Iranian proxies.
Powerful earthquake strikes southern Japan; dozens reported missing
There are reports of at least one fatality after the 7.1-magnitude quake on the island of Kyushu. Nearly 50,000 homes were left without power.
In China, a sober-curious generation challenges a business culture of heavy drinking
Alcohol has been a fixture of professional and social life in China for decades, but a new generation is resisting pressure to drink excessively — or at all.
Russia closes window for dissent as Ukraine’s attacks stir public dismay
Moscow is coming under increasing pressure over Kyiv’s relentless drone strikes. Ukraine’s president is due to meet in Washington with President Donald Trump on Tuesday.
Bridge connecting Canada and U.S. opens after Trump tried to block it
The Gordie Howe International Bridge connecting Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, is crucial to trade.
BBC
France fire crews face searing heat in battle to contain flames
Firefighters are battling flare-ups in 40C heat, as some locals have refused to heed evacuations in the Gironde region.
Anthony Fauci refuses to answer questions during US Senate hearing discussing Covid origins
The former top US health official said he feared Republicans could try to trip him up and use his testimony to prosecute him for perjury.
'Every day I'm just winging it': The families hoping for social care reform
As Andy Burnham outlines his aim to overhaul social care, BBC News speaks to the families caring for loved ones.
Burnham doesn't rule out tax rises to fix social care
The prime minister holds cross-party talks as he speeds up review of social care in England.
Two firefighters die in Crete as wildfires threaten parts of southern Europe
Gale-force winds have whipped up the flames prompting the evacuation of several villages on the island, as parts of the continent also continue to tackle fires.
Serial killer given whole life orders for murders of two men as police investigate four more deaths
Police are reviewing four unexplained deaths at a homeless shelter where James Desborough stayed.
Boy, 7, dies in hospital after beach tragedy
Musa Ahmed is the third person to die after getting into difficulty in the water last Wednesday.
Liverpool preparing opening bid for PSG's Barcola
Liverpool step up their interest for Paris St-Germain's Bradley Barcola and are preparing an opening bid.
Oscar-winning songwriter Glen Hansard killed in crash
Hansard, who was 56, won the best song Oscar for the 2007 low-budget musical film Once.
Some tech shares are plunging - what does that mean for the AI revolution?
Sharp falls in the value of chip makers have stoked investor concerns that the euphoria around AI related companies is fading.
The Independent
Jet-ski, Rolex watches and Mercedes-Benz truck seized by police in Liverpool after drug raid
The high-value items were suspected of being paid for with the proceeds of criminality, Merseyside Police said
FTSE 100 sets new record ahead of US rate call
The FTSE 100 was lifted by well-received earnings and gains in BP and Shell as the oil price strengthened.
Burnham promises huge overhaul of social care – but faces major questions over how he’ll pay for it
The prime minister – who teared up as he spoke about his father, who is currently receiving care for Alzheimer’s – said it was a ‘major dereliction of public duty’ that politicians had failed for decades to resolve the crisis in social care
Anthony Fauci invokes the Fifth more than 100 times after lawyer booted from contentious Senate hearing
The infectious disease expert refused to testify under partisan-fueled GOP grilling on COVID origins
Judge tosses Kash Patel’s $10M defamation lawsuit against blogger who called him a ‘chud’
Jim Stewartson accused Patel of helping to organize the Jan 6 attack on the US capitol
Watch: Norwegian teen hitman performs bizarre act during arrest over Iran-linked murder plot
A Norwegian teenage hitman has been found guilty of travelling to England to carry out a killing on behalf of an international crime gang backed by Iran.
Hoover Dam is shut down to visitors for the second time in a week
Maintenance crews are working to evaluate a 150-ton cableway system after a carriage shifted unexpectedly during routine work
Sister of Southport victim still turns off Taylor Swift songs two years on from attack
Ms Stancombe, whose daughter Elsie was killed two years ago, said her youngest doesn’t make bracelets anymore
Hopes of new ceasefire fade as Saudis join Trump’s war in the Middle East with strikes on Iraq
Trump lashes out in explosive tirade as he vows to ‘beat the s***’ out of Iran after latest breakdown in ceasefire
‘You can’t fix it through vibes alone’: What Manchester voters want from their new mayor
Ahead of the battle to succeed Andy Burnham in Greater Manchester, Dan Haygarth spoke to voters in the city about what they want from their new mayor
