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CBC.ca

Doug Ford says he's open to idea of involuntary addiction treatment

Ontario Premier Doug Ford said he's open to the idea of involuntary addiction treatment. Ontario's Big City Mayors group recently repeated a request to the province to review existing mental health laws with the idea of expanding involuntary treatment.

Orange Shirt Day founder says her truth is being 'pushed aside' by controversial shirts

The founder of Orange Shirt Day and MPs say orange shirts with statements printed "Still no proof," and "You can't handle the truth," are "disgusting" and a "disgraceful and grotesque attempt to exploit human suffering for financial gain."

Kimmel says interview with Democratic candidate won't air on his network show, cites FCC threats

ABC late-night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel said an interview with Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico on Thursday will air on YouTube and not during the network broadcast, citing threats from the ‌Federal Communications Commission.

Canada, Ukraine forge 100-year pact built on drones and defence

Canada and Ukraine signed a sweeping 100-year partnership on Thursday that puts defence production at its core. Ottawa plans to build millions of drones, pairing Canadian firms with Ukraine's battle-tested industry, while expanding co-operation on counter-drone technology, munitions and AI. Canada also pledged new funding for air defence and energy security.

Alberta First Nation wants to set up safe haven for gender-affirming care

Saddle Lake Cree Nation says its aiming to defy Premier Danielle Smith's government by establishing a safe haven for gender-affirming care. Chief Dale Steinhauer described the law as dehumanizing and says health care is protected under treaty rights.

August was Earth's hottest month, European climate agency finds

Earth cooked to its hottest month on record in August, blowing far past a key climate threshold due to the dangerous double whammy of human-caused climate change and a supersized El Niño, according to the European climate service Copernicus.

Separatists dominating Alberta referendum conversation online: report

Debate about Alberta independence is dominated by a loose network of citizens, advocates and anonymous social media accounts. Some of whom are also selling home decor.

Ontario premier announces cabinet shuffle, moves embattled labour minister to infrastructure profile

Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced some changes to his cabinet Thursday, including moving embattled minister David Piccini from the labour portfolio to infrastructure.

Marvel's Wolverine is a relentlessly bloody game with a sincere soap opera at its heart

The latest from Insomniac Games for the PlayStation 5 is a relentlessly paced action game that eschews an open world for constant forward momentum — and may initially shock players with its blood-soaked combat.
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Toronto Star

TIFF 2026 live: Movie fans are out on a blocked-off King Street as Toronto film festival begins

From the scene on the street to the hottest movies to celebrity red carpet sightings, the Star's TIFF team has you covered.

Halton Police investigating homicide after woman found dead in Burlington apartment

Residents can expect a large police presence in the area of Guelph Line and Glencrest Road.

Doug Ford keeps embattled minister David Piccini in cabinet shuffle

The shakeup follows the departures of former Treasury Board president Caroline Mulroney and sports minister Neil Lumsden over the summer.

Canada needs millions of drones to upgrade fighting ability, Mark Carney says

A section of the army was officially restructured Thursday to serve as its main fighting force in a major war, marking the latest in an ongoing drive to prepare for large-scale combat.

Mark Carney says he's still talking to Donald Trump despite trade war

The prime minister says he continues to work with Trump on ways to ease global pressures on energy and food security resulting from Russia's war on Ukraine and the U.S. war in Iran.

Ontario Science Centre laying off entire science department

The Ontario Science Centre has laid off 30 workers, the Canadian Press has learned.

Rogers Stadium timeline: From fan 'nightmare' complaints to major storm damage, a look back at a rocky two years

When Coldplay singer Chris Martin took the stage last year, he called it a "very bizarre stadium." Here are the most notable moments involving the venue the last two years.

Why Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy seeks a '100-year deal' with Canada

Ottawa and Kyiv are in talks toward an agreement that would lock in Canada’s military, political and financial support for Ukraine over the long term.

Prosecutors drop some charges in Project South probe. Toronto cops will go directly to trial on most serious corruption allegations

The majority of the charges — including the most serious ones — against the officers and the accused criminals they allegedly conspired with are still expected to be prosecuted.

Ontario courts announce major data breach. 'Unauthorized party' gained access to confidential records

"Based on the investigation, a subset of court records were affected, some of which could potentially contain individuals’ names and personal information ... confidential, redacted or sealed information may have been impacted."
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Globe and Mail

Former University of Michigan hockey players sue, say they were sexually abused decades ago

Plaintiffs are 16 men who played at Michigan between 1984 and 2001

Canada and Ukraine sign 100-year agreement to work together on defence, energy and trade

Countries announce joint venture to produce uncrewed systems; Canada to provide drones, air defence interceptors, and millions in loan guarantees

Ukraine's Zelensky meets with Carney ahead of cabinet meeting in Alberta

Ukrainian President Volodomyr Zelensky met with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney ahead of a Liberal cabinet meeting in Alberta. Carney says the meeting will focus on the countries' shared priorities, including deepening defence, economic and energy co-operation.

Canada will help to rebuild Ukraine when Russia’s war ends, Carney tells Zelensky

Prime Minister also says Canada supports ‘Ukraine’s path to joining NATO’ and the European Union

Pilot in Amazon cargo jet crash pressed on with landing despite warnings, NTSB says

Pilot continued to comment on the plane’s speed while automated warnings sounded in the cockpit

ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel says Talarico interview to air on YouTube after FCC threats

Democratic Senate candidate is running in Texas against Republican Attorney-General Ken Paxton

In 25 years since 9/11, memory has melded with beauty in New York’s cityscape

Rebuilding after a terrorist attack turned places of tragedy into civic hubs

Wall Street Journal publisher found guilty of blocking Hong Kong reporter from union role

Dow Jones prevented Selina Cheng from exercising her lawful right to become an officer of a registered trade union, according to a court ruling

Discover the restored underground ancient Roman fresco and mosaic

The largest fresco and mosaic complex of ancient Rome has been unveiled to the public. The ancient artwork was discovered in the late 1990s within the underground structures that served as foundations for the Baths of Trajan, what became the largest bath complex in the world.

Bayeux craze sweeps across the U.K. as 1,000-year-old tapestry exhibition opens in London

Ticket holders are allotted 40 minutes to view the 70-metre-long tapestry from an elevated platform, before heading down some stairs to view the stitching up close
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Global News

At least 5 dead, more than 80 missing in Philippines passenger ferry fire

Footage shared by local authorities shows large sections of the vessel engulfed in flames and survivors being pulled out of the water onto Philippine Coast Guard boats.

5 baby orangutans rescued from suspected smuggling operation in India

Orangutans are native only to Borneo and Sumatra, two islands in southeast Asia and are distinct for their sparse reddish-orange fur and long, powerful arms.

Andrew and Tristan Tate denied bail during their U.K. extradition fight

The Tates failed to demonstrate that they do not present a flight risk or danger to the community or that special circumstances warrant their release, a judge said in her ruling.

4 family members found dead after small plane crashed off Bahamas coast

The Aircraft Accident Investigation Authority (AAIA) of the Bahamas said that neither the aircraft or any associated wreckage or debris have been located.

Miss Austria Lucia Sisic dead at 22

'It is with great shock and deep sadness that we have learned of the passing of our Miss Austria 2024, Lucia Sisic,' Mission Austria announced on its official Facebook page.

Oil tops $100 a barrel following latest attacks on Middle East facilities

The price of oil surpassed $100 a barrel for the first time since July after attacks on oil facilities and ships in the Middle East threatened an already weakened supply chain.

Eiffel Tower reopens after strike over limits on women staff ends

The Eiffel Tower reopened Tuesday after a strike to protest what a union official called “unacceptable” management instructions limiting the presence of women ended.

Iceland summons U.S. ambassador over Trump’s ‘unacceptable’ map post

On Monday, Trump posted an image with a map of North America, showing countries like Canada, Greenland and Iceland coloured in with the American flag.

King Charles says Harry and Meghan are ‘private citizens’ amid U.K. return

A letter sent to senior government officials said the couple — who gave up their royal duties and moved to California more than six years ago — will not undertake royal duties.

U.S. family missing after small plane flying from Bahamas to Miami vanishes

Silvia Larrieu said her uncle, Mario Lamar, was piloting the plane that was also carrying Lamar's wife Lily Lamar and two of his grandchildren, Christian Sosa and Sophie Sosa.
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New York Times

After a Difficult Loss, Nigeria Has Become a Source of Pain for Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

Adichie has moved countless readers with her novels about Nigerians at home and abroad. After the death in Lagos of her toddler son, her homeland no longer feels as much like home.

Oil Prices Surge as Stocks and Bonds Wobble

Crude oil hit its highest levels in months, bond yields continued to rise and stocks fell for a fourth consecutive session as investors worried about energy supplies and inflation.

Behind the Scenes, Vance Gathered Unvarnished Views of the Iran War

Vice President JD Vance received sobering assessments about the war that did not line up with what he, along with President Trump and other top administration officials, were saying publicly.

Trump Announces $500 Rebates for Some Obamacare Customers,Weeks Before the Election

The White House plans to send the money to people in 30 states who have higher incomes and are insured under the Affordable Care Act.

Houthis Seize Strategic Red Sea Port, a Major Victory for Iranian Ally

The Iran-backed militia routed Yemeni government forces in Mokha, putting the group in a stronger position to attack ships in a crucial waterway for global trade.

Carney, at a Cabinet Retreat, Considers Further Trade Strikes Against the U.S.

Canada’s retaliation this week against President Trump’s tariffs was met with more American tariffs and a closed U.S. border on some Canadian products.

D.O.J. Escalates Threats to States in Battle for Election Records

The department sent letters to at least 30 states demanding they retain election records, an outgrowth of President Trump’s baseless claims of widespread election fraud.

Big Tech Fooled America Once. The Second Time’s Not Going So Well.

We won’t get fooled again.

Republicans Court Donors at Midterm Convention With $88,600 Photos and AI-Sponsored Suites

Republican politicians, donors and lobbyists have been busy networking and partying on the sidelines of a midterm convention that is partly a fund-raiser.

Gander Welcomed Americans in 2001. Now, U.S.-Canada Tensions Hit Home.

The Newfoundland town welcomed thousands of frightened airline passengers on Sept. 11, but 25 years later, mixed emotions run through anniversary plans amid an escalating trade war.

CNBC

Trump’s proposed $5,000 election dividend checks could fuel inflation, economists say

Economists say President Donald Trump’s promise of a $5,000 "dividend" check could stoke inflation, further straining household finances in the long run.

Where investors are finding income outside traditional bonds as brutal drawdown drags on

Bond volatility and rising rates have some investors looking beyond traditional bonds for income, from alternative fixed income to stocks and other strategies.

U.S. crude oil tops $100 again – last seen in May – as market braces for prolonged Iran war

Oil prices remain elevated amid worries that escalating tensions in the Middle East could further exacerbate supply disruptions

Trump's $1 trillion-plus 'dividend' plan meets immediate bipartisan pushback

Such a payout could cost more than $1 trillion and is likely to face legal obstacles.

Ford announces $1 billion investment at Kentucky plant following DOT criticism on China

Ford Motor on Thursday announced a $1 billion investment to build a new paint shop at its crucial truck plant in Kentucky.

AI is losing its stranglehold on the U.S. stock market. Here's why

A key tech-stock volatility metric options traders have been watching all year is reversing.

The likelihood of a Fed interest rate hike next week just got a lot higher

Traders pushed chances for a rate increase to 70% in morning action.

Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol says next stage of turnaround focuses on cafe makeovers, customer experience

Starbucks is now two years into its turnaround under CEO Brian Niccol.

Apple makes biggest change to iPhone release cadence in 7 years in Ternus' first showcase as CEO

In John Ternus' first launch event as CEO, Apple announced its first foldable phone and the iPhone 18 Pro.

Kalshi launches ‘perps’ for gold and silver following CFTC approval, expanding futures offerings

Its the latest move by the prediction market company to diversify its assets users can trade.

Washington Post

Philippines defense minister reads private note from China to live audience

In a viral video recorded at a conference in Seoul, Philippines Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr., said: “Perhaps basic decency and behavior is what China needs to do.”

Oil prices surge as Iranian-backed rebels fight to control Hormuz alternative

Houthi control of the Bab al-Mandab Strait would be a setback for the Trump administration in its war with Iran, which has already blocked the Strait of Hormuz.

The ancient spirit who’s helping protect Rio from the effects of El Niño

The city has announced a 25-year agreement for the services of Cacique Cobra Coral, a spirit channeled by a 71-year-old woman in Guarulhos, Brazil.

Plane carrying Zelensky threatened by drone in Moldova, Norway’s premier says

The Ukrainian president was on his way to the funeral of Norway’s King Harald.

Fed up with the U.S., Canada is aggressively seeking new trading partners

Strife with the U.S., including Trump’s tariffs, has pushed Canada to find new trading partners. That could ultimately raise prices for U.S. businesses.

Peter Thiel-backed firm to make low-cost missiles amid U.S. shortage

Defense start-up Covenant said it has inked about $150 million in orders to start being delivered in 2027.

Israel ramps up strikes in southern Lebanon

In war-weary Lebanon, Israeli strikes have intensified in response to Hezbollah drone attacks.

Protected status expires for Salvadorans shielded from deportation for decades

Immigrants from El Salvador were the first group granted temporary protected status. The Trump administration has been canceling it for scores of immigrants fleeing war and disaster.

Trump accuses Iran of meddling in midterms as wave of missiles targets U.S. base in Jordan

Under economic pressure from the U.S., Iranian leaders have signaled they will not capitulate amid stunted diplomatic efforts to end the war.

Associated Press will refer to Lake Ontario by its original name, despite order

The Associated Press’s guidance says President Donald Trump’s executive order affects only how the U.S. government refers to the lake, not Canada or other countries.

BBC

Teacher sexually abused pupils at multiple schools

Bronwen James, 30, admitted abusing two girls and was convicted of offences against a teenage boy.

US airport security weighs major changes 25 years after 9/11

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is reversing policies put in place after 9/11.

2030 Winter Olympics boss departs amid turmoil

Edgar Grospiron leaves his position as president of the organising committee for the 2030 French Alps Winter Olympics just 18 months after his appointment.

Spurs and Richarlison in dispute over contract

Tottenham and their forward Richarlison are in dispute over the remaining nine months on his contract.

Four hurt and seven arrested in London stabbing

Seven people are arrested after a fight that an eyewitness says broke out near a KFC restaurant.

Four killed and 60 injured in Russian strike on shopping centre, Ukraine says

The attack in Pavlohrad city centre was the third Russian strike on a mall within days, local media report.

Watch: Is the Bayeux Tapestry exhibition worth the hype?

Crowds have been flocking to the British Museum to see the Bayeux Tapestry as it's on public display in the UK for the first time since it was created nearly 1,000 years ago.

Father of A66 teen charged with funeral assault

Police charged Gye Worthy with assault at the funeral for his son who was killed in the A66 crash.

Yemen's Houthis reportedly seize strategic Red Sea port of Mokha

Mokha's capture would bring the Iran-backed group closer to controlling the Bab al-Mandab Strait waterway, a key shipping route.

Oil, gas and borrowing costs surge as fears over Middle East escalate

The price of oil jumps to $105 a barrel amid signs the Iran war will not be resolved quickly.

The Independent

Ex-hockey players sue University of Michigan over alleged ‘sadistic’ abuse

The lawsuit says Red Berenson, who was coach from 1984 to 2017, was aware of the abuse and did not intervene

Brazil's Supreme Court cancels session as political crisis deepens

Brazil’s Supreme Court canceled a second consecutive session of deliberations on Thursday, a rare step that highlights its deep institutional and political crisis

Jeff Bezos’ Washington Post assures everyone talk of AI killing humans is nothing to fret about

The news outlet, whose owner recently co-founded an AI company, instead warned about looming government overreach against Big Tech

Double killer on Death Row asks for massive final meal of beef brisket, bacon double cheeseburger, ice cream and more

Stacey Humphries faces the death penalty after killing two real estate agents in Georgia in 2003

Disney cast member is killed in suspected lightning strike one week after moving to Florida

Matthew Eric Jenkins, 20, had just moved to Florida to take part in the Disney College Program, his father said

New Mexico leaders beg Apple and Google not to rename their state on apps like Trump wants

Over the weekend, Trump posted at least seven maps suggesting the state should be renamed ‘New America’

What happens now after man accused of locking 16 kids in a squalid room found unfit to stand trial

Child protective services investigated the family in 2020 following reports of severe educational neglect, but permitted the parents to retain custody before closing the file five months later

Utah Valley University remains divided a year after Charlie Kirk’s assassination. His picture still haunts the campus

Some students are protesting on the anniversary of Kirk’s death after the university canceled classes and allowed Turning Point USA to host a memorial at its event center

Lindsay Clancy’s lawyer asks the judge to spare her a second trial for killing her children

Lindsay Clancy’s attorney is asking a Massachusetts judge to acquit her of charges that she killed her three young children

Home secretary orders police to take stronger action on protesters wearing balaclavas as forces brace for more unrest

Stronger police action is needed to deal with new tactics from far-right groups like Patriot Platform, Home Office says