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CBC.ca
Jailed Nobel laureate's life at risk if she is not released from Iranian custody, Nobel committee chief says
The head of the Norwegian Nobel Committee said on Saturday the life of jailed Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi was in the hands of the Iranian authorities after her health "deteriorated seriously," and called for her to be released to her dedicated medical team.
Alex Zanardi, auto racing champion who won Paralympic gold between life-altering crashes, dead at 59
Alex Zanardi, the Italian auto racing champion-turned-Paralympic gold medalist whose career was marked by two life-altering accidents, has died. He was 59.
Manitoba's biggest flood caused 'wreck of a whole colony' 200 years ago
The spring 1826 deluge that devastated the Red River Settlement, described as a "once-in-a-millennium flood" by one historian, was the largest in the recorded history of the Red River watershed.
U.S. warns shipping firms could face sanctions over paying Iran's Strait of Hormuz tolls
Iran effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz to normal traffic by attacking and threatening to attack ships after the U.S. and Israel launched a war on Feb. 28.
Faith Rich saw two sides of the child protection system. She died at 22
Faith Rich experienced both sides of the child protection system — as a child, and a parent. Her lawyer says systemic challenges and a culture of disempowerment caused irreparable harm, including in the final days of her life.
Why saunas are becoming a hot new place to party
Picture this: a DJ, a makeshift dance floor and drinks. Only it’s 8 p.m. on a Wednesday and there’s no alcohol — instead, there's a sauna.
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Toronto Star
'Canadians love Americans,' says newly-minted Dr. Doug Ford after receiving honorary degree from Michigan university
The premier didn't name Trump in his speech at Saginaw Valley State University, but he again quoted former president Ronald Reagan on the dire consequences of "protectionism."
Ontario man fined $1K for catching, attempting to hurt Canada geese
A man from Essex, Ont., was ordered to pay $1,000 to an organization that supports migratory bird management, as well as habitat enhancement and protection.
Raptors hometown hero RJ Barrett cashes in on the moment of a lifetime
The Mississauga native's game-winning shot in overtime sent the Raptors-Cavaliers series to Game 7.
LeBron James, basketball world react to RJ Barrett’s Kawhi-like game-winner: ‘Thank you, Toronto'
RJ Barrett's clutch overtime three-pointer lifted the Raptors to a series-tying win on Friday night that has forced a Game 7 against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Roofs wanted! Inside Toronto's push to supercharge rooftop solar
Toronto has little solar, even as the economics of renewable power have never been better.
Toronto harbourfront, islands open for business this weekend — including the return of a beloved train
Boating season begins, Centreville Amusement Park reopens and the waterfront starts easing into summer.
Her son was diagnosed with cancer before birth. Why this Toronto mom is running 10K on Mother's Day
Kelly Barr, along with 24,000 other runners, will be participating in the Sporting Life 10K on May 10, raising money for sick children and the charities that support them.
Here's what these Torontonians would do if they were mayor: Tax cuts, income for artists — and a bat cave under city hall
The latest instalment in the Star's series asking notable Torontonians and readers what they would do if they had the power of the city’s mayor.
Canada is weighing a social media ban for under-16s. Here is how that experiment is playing out in the first country to try it
Australia's new rules, while a hard adjustment for some kids, are sending a message about online harms. But the laws have also shown some drawbacks.
41 years in the mines. Terminal cancer. And a hard choice to keep working. What his story and new data reveal about the costs of Ontario's mining boom
As Canada moves to fast-track mineral extraction projects across the country, observers warn the push is outpacing worker protections.
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Globe and Mail
Spirit Airlines shuts down, industry's first Iran war casualty
Discount carrier Spirit Airlines ceased operations on May 2, the airline industry's first casualty linked to the Iran war. It is a blow to U.S. President Donald Trump, who had proposed a bailout, and will cost thousands of jobs.
Nobel laureate Mohammadi in Iran hospital after 'cardiac crisis'
Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi was in an unstable condition in an Iranian hospital on May 2, a foundation run by her family said, after she was taken there from prison following a 'catastrophic deterioration' of her health, including a heart attack.
U.S. to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany in next 6-12 months
Trump threatened to withdraw some troops earlier this week in clash with Merz over Iran war
U.S. warns shipping firms of sanctions if they pay Iranian tolls in the Strait of Hormuz
U.S. President Donald Trump rejected Iran’s latest proposal to end the war between the countries
Spirit Airlines shuts down after oil price spike derailed restructuring plan
The bankrupt discount carrier has cancelled all its flights
Mexico City is sinking so quickly, it can be seen from space
One of the world’s most sprawling and populated urban areas was built atop an ancient lake bed
Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon kill at least 10 people
Hezbollah says it fired rockets and drones at northern Israel, where two soldiers were wounded
Trump says U.S. will raise tariffs on EU autos to 25%, accusing bloc of violating trade deal
U.S. President said the change would force EU automakers to more quickly move factory production to the country
Trump expands U.S. sanctions on Cuban government
Fresh sanctions include targeting people, entities and affiliates that support the Cuban government’s security apparatus
Orphaned sea otter forms mother-daughter bond in aquarium’s surrogacy program
Monterey Bay Aquarium’s program pairs maternal-age female otters with young, motherless pups who would otherwise not survive on their own in the wild
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Global News
Carney’s trip to Armenia happening as Ottawa’s foreign policy aims shift, expert says
Prime Minister Mark Carney heads to Armenia for a summit focused on Ukraine and trade, as critics warn Canada is shifting away from its democracy-first foreign policy.
U.S. to withdraw 5K troops from Germany, Pentagon says amid Trump-Merz feud
U.S. President Donald Trump had threatened to withdraw some troops from Germany after Chancellor Friedrich Merz criticized the U.S. strategy in its war against Iran.
Japan zoo worker allegedly admits to throwing wife’s body into animal incinerator
Police arrested 33-year-old employee Suzuki Tatsuya after investigators discovered what appeared to be human body parts in the zoo's incinerator.
Trump says he’ll raise EU auto tariffs to 25% next week over trade dispute
Trump said in a social media post that the European Union 'is not complying with our fully agreed to Trade Deal,' though he did not flesh out his objections in the post.
Russian disinformation poses ‘urgent’ threat to Canada, Senate report warns
The report released Thursday by the Senate committee on national defence and security comes after a years-long study dating back to the previous Parliament.
Man charged with attempted murder of 2 Jewish men appears in London court
Essa Suleiman, 45, is accused of attacking 34-year-old Shloime Rand and 76-year-old Moshe Shine with a knife in Golders Green, an area of London home to a large Jewish population.
Eurovision turns 70. What to know as Canada mulls joining
The annual musical extravaganza that has been likened to a pop music Olympics takes place in Vienna, Austria, May 12-16. It will see singers and bands from 35 countries compete.
Banksy confirms new central London statue of a man blinded by a flag is his
The sculpture appeared to have been erected in the early hours of Wednesday on a plinth on a traffic island in Waterloo Place, near Buckingham Palace.
Trump says he’s ‘not satisfied’ with Iran’s latest proposal to end war
Separately, the White House asserted to Congress in a letter Friday that hostilities with Iran have 'terminated' despite the continued presence of U.S. armed forces in the region.
Controversial Vaillancourt Fountain by Canadian artist dismantled in San Francisco
Crews are dismantling San Francisco’s Vaillancourt Fountain, a divisive landmark by Quebec artist Armand Vaillancourt, after years of controversy.
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New York Times
Trump’s Vision for D.C. ‘Garden of Heroes’ Statues Grows in Size and Cost
Plans for the project include formal gardens, reflecting pools and plazas alongside the statues of 250 notable Americans, according to documents obtained by The New York Times.
What to Know About the Mideast Standoff
Negotiations to end the war are at an impasse over Iran’s nuclear program and the Strait of Hormuz, which remains mostly shut.
Abortion Providers Forced to Adapt After Court Ruling Blocks Pill Access by Mail
The Fifth Circuit court’s ruling, which is being appealed, reinstates a requirement that patients visit a health care provider in person to obtain mifepristone, upending abortion access in the United States.
It Just Got Harder to Get an Abortion for Every Woman in America
A ruling by a federal appeals court has blocked access to abortion pills via telemedicine.
The Race Is On to Find the Treasure Buried in San Francisco
From the Gold Rush to the A.I. boom, San Francisco has always drawn those seeking riches. Now, people are deciphering riddles and digging up the city to find a box filled with cold, hard cash.
Spirit Airlines Shuts Down After Years of Struggle
Spirit once upended the industry by offering very low fares but was in its second bankruptcy in two years after years of struggle.
The Head-Turning Hats of the 2026 Kentucky Derby
Ahead of the 152nd annual horse race at Churchill Downs, attendees trotted out some eye-catching ensembles.
Supreme Court Asked to Restore Access to Abortion Pill by Mail
A federal appeals court temporarily halted a Food and Drug Administration regulation that has greatly expanded access to the abortion pill mifepristone.
Steve Clark, Olympic Swimmer Shadowed by Depression, Dies at 82
A three-time gold medalist in the 1960s, he was a champion when athletes were expected to be stoic and vulnerability was viewed as a sign of mental weakness.
The Americans Who Could Be in Trump’s ‘Garden of Heroes’ Statue Park in D.C.
President Trump plans to build a park along the Potomac River featuring life-size statues of 250 Americans.
CNBC
Airfare amid Iran war: Buy now or wait out the conflict? Experts weigh the risks
It could be risky to delay buying plane tickets and hoping fares will drop, according to travel experts.
Spirit Airlines shuts down after failing to reach a bailout deal, ending discount travel era
Talks with bondholders for a government bailout this week failed to yield a deal.
Trump says he's raising EU auto tariffs to 25%
The Supreme Court struck down Trump's "reciprocal" tariffs earlier this year, and Europe warned that its trade deal with Washington could be in jeopardy.
Apple's stock gains as company execs cite iPhone, Mac demand in boosting guidance
On its quarterly earnings call, Apple said revenue growth in the current quarter would be between 14% and 17%, well above analysts' estimates.
Treasury yields are little changed after ISM data comes in below expectations
Treasury yields were little changed on Friday as investors assessed the latest report from the Institute for Supply Management.
Exxon Mobil CEO expects higher oil prices due to Iran war: ‘The market hasn’t seen the full impact’
Oil prices have soared on the risk of escalation and then plunged on hopes for peace before repeating the cycle.
Bitcoin surged in April, but weak buyer demand makes the rally vulnerable
Bitcoin surged in April, but its run could be on shaky ground, according to CryptoQuant.
UK exports to U.S. plunge by 25% after Trump's 'liberation day' tariffs blitz
The U.K. is now running a trade deficit with its largest trading partner.
Exxon Mobil and Chevron earnings fall as Iran war disrupts oil shipments
Oil prices were depressed during the first two months of the year, but suddenly spiked after the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran on Feb. 28.
Pentagon tech chief says Anthropic is still blacklisted, but Mythos is a separate issue
The DOD announced it has entered into agreements with seven other AI companies.
Washington Post
Pentagon to pull 5,000 troops from Germany, alarming Republican lawmakers
NATO said it was working to understand details of the plan to draw down about 5,000 troops, which coincides with a feud between the president and the German chancellor.
A mob hit in Ireland, a 10-year manhunt and an arrest in Dubai
Reputed cartel boss Daniel Kinahan lived a luxe life on the lam, largely in the open, until Irish authorities had him arrested near the Burj Khalifa skyscraper.
Direct flights to Venezuela resume, but many still can’t go home
Passengers on the first direct flight from Miami to Caracas since 2019 were excited to return but anxious about what they would find. For others, passport issues are still a hurdle.
BBC
Man arrested in Austria after rat poison found in baby food jars
A jar of HiPP purée containing the poison was found in Austria, prompting a recall by the manufacturer.
Woodwork woe and a Spurs lifeline - West Ham suffer in survival fight
Tottenham were the biggest winners as fellow Premier League strugglers West Ham hit the woodwork four times in their 3-0 defeat at Brentford.
Arsenal beat Fulham to move six points clear of Man City
Watch highlights as Arsenal beat Fulham 3-0 to move six points clear of Manchester City at the top of the Premier League.
Some protests may need to stop, PM suggests, after calls for pause on pro-Palestinian marches
The PM tells the BBC he is concerned about the "cumulative" effect of marches on the Jewish community.
Brentford flying - but will sixth be good enough for Champions League?
Many predicted Brentford to go down. Instead they are on the cusp of securing European football next season.
King launches Space Agency project on final day in Bermuda
The King concludes his visit to the British overseas territory after landing from the US on Thursday.
Calls grow over hospital care for jailed Iranian Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi
On Friday her family said the 54-year-old had been taken from prison to a local hospital after a sharp deterioration in her health.
Are Ipswich better equipped for Premier League this time?
Ipswich Town have won promotion from the Championship for the second time in three years - but are they better equipped for the Premier League in 2026?
Taiwan president visits Eswatini days after blaming China for cancelled trip
It is unclear how he reached Eswatini. China described his visit as a "stowaway-style escape farce".
Thirteen killed in Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon, health ministry says
Four women and a child are among the dead, as fighting between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah continues despite a ceasefire.
The Independent
Row over Starmer’s call to ban some pro-Palestine protests
The prime minister called on marchers who hear chants of ‘globalise the Intifada’ to stop and ask themselves: ‘Why am I not calling this out?’
Four New Jersey residents charged with illegally voting across two elections
U.S. Attorney Robert Frazer emphasized his office's ‘commitment to protecting the integrity of our election system’ in response to the charges
Shakira to follow Madonna and Lady Gaga in giving a huge free concert on Copacabana Beach
Shakira will perform a free concert on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro
Brixton drive-by shooting leaves four injured with one in critical condition
A resident of Southwyck House, near where the incident took place, said they believed it took place at a barbecue
NYPD releases footage of machete-wielding man who stabbed three at Grand Central
‘I don’t want to be here. Shoot me,’ he says at one point. ‘I am Lucifer,’ the suspect could be seen yelling
BBC News staff to be hit hardest by major job cuts with 2,000 roles set to be axed
‘Most of our savings are people,’ director of BBC News tells staff on video call
Judge decides DOJ can use a military lawyer to prosecute civilians in landmark ruling
The case centered on Paul Johnson, a Minnesota resident charged with assaulting a Customs and Border Protection agent
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Trump shares bizarre AI-generated image of himself lounging in Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool with Cabinet members
Trump’s odd AI image came on the same day the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool renovation site was vandalized with graffiti
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How twin sisters born minutes apart discovered they had different fathers
Michelle and Lavinia Osbourne had major questions over the identity of their father. After taking DNA tests, their lives changed
Tom Kerridge: I don’t know why anyone would open a pub or restaurant any more
Many pubs, restaurants and hotel companies will see their costs increase significantly this month. Alex Ross spoke to celebrity chef Tom Kerridge and others in the business as fears grows over the future for the industry, and what it provides
