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CBC.ca
Why Canadians are targeting Trump’s U.S. ambassador | About That
More than 100,000 Canadians have signed a petition calling for the expulsion of Pete Hoekstra, the U.S. ambassador to Canada. Avneet Dhillon explains the reasons behind the petition, which comes as the latest trade deadline approaches.(Photo credits: The Canadian Press, Reuters, Adobe Stock and Getty Images)
U.S. can maintain 'indefinite' naval blockade of Iran if needed, Hegseth says
The United States on Thursday threatened to maintain a naval blockade of Iran indefinitely, ratcheting up economic pressure on Tehran as ceasefire talks have floundered, global oil supply is dropping and regional tensions are rising.
Guacamoles and salsas linked to U.S. jalapeño salmonella outbreak recalled in Canada
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has issued a recall of some Whole Foods Market brand products, saying they've been linked to a salmonella outbreak in the U.S. Various guacamoles, pico de gallos, salsas and prepared foods are part of the recall, issued Thursday.
Investors sue Selena Gomez for alleged fraud over mental health startup
Selena Gomez was sued on Thursday by investors who say the singer and actor committed fraud by failing to fulfil duties to build and promote her mental health startup.
Private clinic Grifols says it's pausing all plasma collection in Canada
A for-profit plasma donation company says it's temporarily shutting down collection at all its Canadian clinics amid public scrutiny.
Heated Rivalry announces 4 Canadians joining the cast of season 2
Emily Hampshire, Sabrina Jalees and Robert Naylor and drag queen Priyanka join the Crave TV show.
Kennedy Center board votes to return Trump's name to building, continue with 2-year closure
The vote to add the phrase 'Restored and Renovated by President Donald J. Trump' to the building's façade sets up a test of a recent federal judge's ruling that blocked the performing arts venue's two-year closure and determined U.S. President Donald Trump's name was added to the building illegally.
Man was partially sucked out of plane after broken engine blade shattered window, investigators find
Broken engine parts shattered a window on a Ryanair plane shortly after takeoff in Greece last month, causing a man's head to be sucked through the opening before his fellow passengers pulled him to safety, U.S. investigators said Thursday.
B.C. movie theatre employee goes viral after hand drawing Spider-Man poster
A Famous Players 6 employee in Prince George, B.C., improvised and drew movie posters for the film Spider-Man: Brand New Day when the official movie posters never showed up.
Critics slam ex-NBA players' push to enter WNBA draft
Amid heated debate over transgender athletes in women's sports, former NBA players Enes Kanter Freedom and Royce White say they plan to enter the 2027 WNBA draft. Experts say it's a "bad-faith" attempt to score political points at the expense of a marginalized community.
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Toronto Star
Ford government accused of xenophobia for going after temporary residents, undocumented migrants on social assistance
Minister says the new rules will ensure Ontario Works and ODSP support people legally authorized to live in Canada.
Ontario picks vendor for new $750 teacher spending program. Critics say government 'oblivious to how the system works'
Education Minister Paul Calandra says the portal for teachers to buy supplies will open a week before classes begin next month.
Mike Layton is weighing a Toronto council run — but progressive rivals say they aren't backing down
Former councillor Mike Layton is deciding whether to run for Toronto city council in the upcoming October election.
Alleged Hamilton child sex offender arrested in California after decades in hiding
Charles Peter Billone was arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a child but disappeared after being released on bail in 1991.
Doug Ford insists Ontario’s U.S. booze ban won’t end without a ‘fair deal’ on tariffs
Premier Doug Ford says Ontario won't lift its ban on U.S. alcohol unless Donald Trump backs down on looming tariffs.
Luigi Mangione expected to plead guilty in federal case in UnitedHealthcare killing, AP source says
The person, who was not authorized to talk publicly about the case and spoke to The Associated Press on the condition of anonymity, cautioned that Mangione could change his mind.
Ontario moves to make room for more casinos in Niagara Region
Premier Doug Ford announced a plan in December called Destination Niagara with multiple new casinos, a theme park, an expanded airport and more.
Man arrested, another sought after Toronto police officer shot during stolen e-bike call
Police say officers were making an arrest on Bloor Street early Thursday morning when one of them was shot in the leg.
Do you recognize your stuff? Toronto police seek to return $1M in stolen goods from condo break-and-enter ring
Police have launched an online catalogue of the stolen items as a way to return them to the original owners.
Ontario moves to regulate data centres amid electricity and environmental concerns
The province is acting after Oakville this week became the first municipality in Ontario to impose a one-year moratorium on new data centres.
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Globe and Mail
Islamist group used $50-million ransom to escalate its attacks in Mali, UN says
Al-Qaeda affiliate collected the payment from a Gulf state after kidnapping a member of its royal family, UN team finds
Kennedy Center board votes to inscribe Trump’s name on building
Vote to add ‘Restored and Renovated By President Donald J. Trump’ sets up potential clash with federal judge who had ordered the name removed
Lindsay Clancy searched about hallucinations, suicide methods weeks before killing her kids, trial hears
Clancy’s attorneys do not dispute that she killed the children, but they say the jury should not hold her criminally responsible because she was mentally ill
Long-deployed USS Lincoln to be replaced after mental health concerns and reports of poor conditions
Deployment included a record-setting uninterrupted time at sea of more than 240 days, which raised concerns about the impact on service members as well as the increasing strain on the ship and its equipment
Defence for man on trial for Charlie Kirk murder argues he should not face death penalty
Attorneys for Tyler Robinson said he should not face death penalty because he hit his ‘intended target’ and did not endanger anyone else
Bird remains found in engine of Ryanair plane where passenger was partially sucked through window
U.S. authorities are investigating an incident where a piece of the engine broke off the plane and smashed a window
Selena Gomez sued for alleged fraud over mental health startup
Investors argue that the celebrity failed to fulfill duties to build and promote Wondermind Global as head of marketing
Forbes editor departs after reportedly taking $6-million from company founder who does business with magazine
While the company could not comment further on the matter in an internal e-mail, Randall Lane said he ‘made a mistake’ in taking payment, and regrets his actions
U.S. Army Corps permits construction of Enbridge’s Line 5 tunnel project in Straits of Mackinac
Federal approval clears a major hurdle, but the proposal remains tied up in state and federal court
Israel sends troops into West Bank homes after settlers besiege Palestinian families
U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee calls settlers ‘terrorists’ in unusually strong rebuke
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Global News
Trump slaps new tariffs on drones, including from some key U.S. allies
A proclamation signed by Trump imposes a 100% tariff on drones of a certain size or with certain capabilities that are particularly sensitive for national security purposes.
U.K. records hottest day of 2026 as western Europe heats up again
The Met Office said the temperature of 38.1 degrees Celsius (100.6 degrees Fahrenheit) in west London was a tenth of a degree higher than the previous record set June 28.
U.S. says Canada among China’s ‘biggest enablers’ in avoiding Trump tariffs
A new White House report released Thursday accuses China of routing their exports through third countries with more favourable U.S. tariff rates or avoid them altogether.
Vance asked Ukraine to not strike Russian energy infrastructure: reports
A Ukrainian attack on Russia's Black Sea port city of Novorossiysk hit warships at a naval base and forced two major grain terminals to halt operations on Wednesday.
IEA expects world oil demand to fall amid surging gas prices
Demand for crude oil worldwide is expected to fall as higher gas prices force many consumers and businesses to reduce their consumption, according to the IEA.
Ukrainian drones strike major Russian refinery 800 miles from border
The attacks have dented Russia’s refining capacity. Kyiv officials say the onslaught seeks to compel Russian President Vladimir Putin to seek a peace deal.
Bridal brands prepare for Taylor Swift-inspired wedding requests
It was widely reported that Swift wore a haute couture Christian Dior dress to her Madison Square Garden wedding to NFL player Travis Kelce on July 3.
How to give yourself the best odds to see the solar eclipse and meteors
A partial solar eclipse occurs when “the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth but the Sun, Moon, and Earth are not perfectly lined up."
Spain readies for rare solar eclipse, concern over heat and wildfires grows
Millions of people in Spain will have some of mainland Europe’s best views of the celestial spectacle. It will begin around sunset, when the sun, moon and Earth align.
Ukraine has given peace proposals to U.S. in bid for new talks: Zelenskyy
The Ukrainian president has warned that Russia is preparing for escalation and could use its parliamentary elections next month as a pretext to declare a new mobilization.
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New York Times
What to Know About Luigi Mangione’s Court Cases and Potential Plea Deal
Mr. Mangione faces federal charges of stalking that resulted in the death of a health insurance executive. A guilty plea could close the federal case — and complicate a separate state murder trial.
Trump’s Immigration Spies
And California asks, “Are Jews an ethnic group?” Here’s the latest at the end of Thursday.
California May Let Residents Choose ‘Jewish’ as an Ethnic Identifier
A bill would allow Jews to identify themselves as an ethnic group on state forms. Supporters argue it’s a step toward acknowledging the complex nature of Jewish identity.
Kennedy Center Board Decides to Inscribe Trump’s Name on Building
The vote to add “Restored and Renovated by President Donald J. Trump” is an aggressive test of a judge’s order to remove his name.
Judge Dismisses Trump Administration’s Antisemitism Case Against Harvard
The government argued the university had not done enough to combat antisemitism during campus protests. A judge called the incidents “isolated and episodic.”
Appeals Court Sidesteps Key Question Over Trump’s Use of Alien Enemies Act
The court dismissed a case over the Alien Enemies Act in a messy conclusion to a long-running legal battle that had seemed destined to end up before the Supreme Court.
The Nuns Who Took Over an Assisted Living Center
As convents are closing all over, the sisters are facing the end of their lives together — and they have brought the party to an assisted living center in the suburbs.
Female Afghans Erased From Public Life in Five Years of Taliban Rule
Decrees restricting women’s rights to study, work, travel and act independently now threaten to damage Afghanistan permanently, experts say.
Trump Gives Green Light to U.S. Companies to Aim Hacks at Cybercriminals
The practice would align the United States more closely with countries like China and Russia, where spy agencies have long relied on private-sector hackers to help with national security missions.
Israeli Settlers Resume West Bank Siege After Eviction
The military’s failure to keep extremists away from two Palestinian families trapped in their West Bank homes made clear the chaos gripping the Israeli-occupied territory.
CNBC
Reddit stock jumps on inclusion in S&P 500
Reddit shares jumped on the company's inclusion in the S&P 500.
Apple's Tim Cook joined by Howard Lutnick in opening Houston manufacturing plant
As Tim Cook gets set to step down as Apple CEO, he's offering a glimpse into what he may be doing as chairman.
Cisco shares slide 8% despite earnings beat and stronger-than-expected guidance
Cisco is showing booming demand for AI infrastructure, but its results weren't good enough to satisfy investors.
Oil prices fall after U.S. says crude exports through Strait of Hormuz near 9 million barrels per day
Oil futures retreated early Wednesday morning after prices rose overnight.
OpenAI loses revenue chief Denise Dresser, second major executive departure in days
Denise Dresser's sudden departure could be a major blow to OpenAI as it pursues a blockbuster IPO.
Anthropic CFO Krishna Rao is leading early IPO meetings with investors and has not discussed valuation, sources say
Anthropic CFO Krishna Rao is leading early investor meetings, which have focused on big-picture themes like its Claude AI models, management and more.
Iran looks to ramp up economic alliance with BRICS nations as war with U.S. drags on
Iran’s central bank chief said Thursday that the country is set to join the BRICS New Development Bank.
Trump-linked oil venture delays Greenland drilling plans after government warning
Greenland Energy Co. and joint venture partner 80 Mile have delayed planned oil drilling in Greenland until winter 2027.
South Korea's Kospi swings from bear to bull-market territory in just over a month on AI trade
South Korean stocks rallied on Thursday, pushing the benchmark Kospi into a technical bull market.
Goldman says Japan's $1 trillion of reserves leaves 'plenty of capacity' for further yen interventions
Japan has enough cash at its disposal for a couple more rounds of yen-buying on the scale of last month's intervention, Goldman Sachs says.
Washington Post
Colombia’s new president asks Trump to bring militarized antidrug campaign to the country
The South American nation is the world’s largest producer of cocaine.
Ecuadorian police seize 1,000 pounds of cocaine bearing image of soccer star Erling Haaland
Images of politicians and celebrities are often used by drug cartels to mark their products, ease transportation and reflect quality.
Covert CIA program said to be behind mysterious attacks on Galápagos boats
A surveillance plane flew from El Salvador toward the fishing boats before drones attacked, flight data shows.
Putin angers Japan with visit to islands seized by Soviet Union in WWII
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said the Russian leader's visit “wounds the feelings” of the Japanese people and further hardens anti-Russian sentiment in her country.
U.S. military has lost roughly 25% of its Reaper drones as Iran war depletes arsenal
The aircraft, which cost up to $50 million each, have seen heavy use around the Strait of Hormuz — but they are relatively easy targets for Iran and its proxies.
Beating ‘Binface’ may not save Trump ally Farage, as scandal mars populist’s image
The election demanded by Reform UK's leader, who faces corruption accusations, has turned into a punch line after major parties dismissed it as a stunt and declined to field candidates.
Trump says ceasefire in Lebanon is working. For residents, it’s a ‘prison.’
Israeli forces continue to occupy buffer zone in effort to dismantle Hezbollah’s infrastructure, with restrictions drawing parallels to those in the West Bank.
Colombia earthquake deaths climb to 239; hundreds remain missing
Scores of buildings collapsed in the strongest temblor to strike the South American country in at least a decade.
Zhu Rongji, China premier crucial to economic transformation, dies at 97
He negotiated China’s entry into the World Trade Organization and pushed through reforms that breathed new life into China’s state-directed economy.
Rescuers search collapsed hospitals for patients trapped by Colombia quake
Dogs and drones were deployed to search for survivors. At least 220 people were reported dead in the nation’s strongest earthquake in a decade.
BBC
You got hold of eclipse glasses just in time - here's what to do with them now
Solar specs are tricky to recycle because of their lenses, so here are three things to do instead.
Conditions on US aircraft carrier at sea for more than 250 days raise alarms
Thousands of sailors on the USS Abraham Lincoln have reportedly faced food shortages and broken plumbing, with some considering jumping overboard.
'Two out of four, baby' - Hunt wins 200m as she eyes historic quadruple
Britain's Amy Hunt charges to 200m glory to secure her second European Championships gold medal - but the sprinter has her sights set on a historic quadruple in Birmingham.
'Two out of four, baby' - Hunt wins 200m as she eyes historic quadruple
Britain's Amy Hunt charges to 200m glory to secure her second European Championships gold medal - but the sprinter has her sights set on a historic quadruple in Birmingham.
Kennedy Center board votes to put Trump's name back on building
The board on Thursday also voted to proceed with a two-year closure for proposed renovations, which was earlier blocked by a federal judge.
Man City's Reijnders set for £52m Saudi move
Manchester City midfielder Tijjani Reijnders is set to leave following a year at the club after a £52m move was agreed with Saudi Pro-League side Al-Qadsiah.
Heroic Leigh defence denies table-toppers Leeds
Leigh Leopards ruin Leeds Rhinos' perfect home record in Super League this season and pick up a vital two points in their hunt for a top-six spot.
Engine parts smashed Ryanair window that man's head was sucked out of, report says
A preliminary report by US investigators says an engine fan blade broke on last month's flight from Greece to Germany.
Two seriously hurt as passenger train derails in East Sussex
"It was pandemonium... I could feel the carriage rocking," says one passenger who was on the train with his six-year-old daughter.
'This is her stage!' - Hunt takes 200m gold
GB sprint star Amy Hunt takes her second gold of the 2026 European Athletics Championships in the women's 200m, with Rhasidat Adeleke second and Dina Asher-Smith in third.
The Independent
Border chief defends plan for barriers in national park despite pushback from locals: ‘We know the terrain’
Rodney Scott says the controversial project is needed to keep Big Bend National Park ‘safe, secure, and pristine’
Family make ‘desperate’ appeal for answers after grandmother killed in her home
Rose Johnston was found with a blunt-force head injury at her home in Dovecot, Liverpool, on Saturday October 4 last year
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DWP confirms early benefit and pension payment date for millions this month
Sir Stephen Timms has issued an update to people receiving universal credit, Pip, and the state pension
Why the hot weather is causing a shift in what UK house buyers are looking for
‘This summer’s heatwaves appear to be influencing how people think about their homes,’ a property expert at Rightmove said
Huge West Midlands fires cause ‘extensive’ devastation as many forced to flee their homes
Multiple people were hospitalised as fires broke out across the region in scenes described as ‘apocalyptic’
In Weimar, a festival preserves Yiddish culture while reinventing it
Since its start, the festival has grown from a weekend workshop with a handful of participants to the largest festival of its kind in Europe, lasting more than a month, with daily workshops drawing hundreds of participants and near nightly concerts attended by over 10,000 people total, according to organizers
Child taken to hospital as ‘apocalyptic’ wildfire tears through homes on hottest day of the year - weather latest
West Midlands Fire Service say the ‘extensive grass fire’ has spread to homes in Stourbridge
Man used a screwdriver to kill his wife and daughter at a Minnesota daycare, police say
Police say a Minnesota man used a screwdriver to fatally stab his wife and their 7-year-old daughter at a daycare before killing himself
Chile moves hundreds of inmates to a new prison as President Kast ramps up security push
The Chilean government has transferred nearly 300 of the country’s most dangerous inmates to a new maximum-security prison, as conservative President José Antonio Kast seeks to regain momentum on his key campaign pledge to combat organized crime
Lindsay Clancy admitted to killing her three children but her trial questions her sanity. The internet is buzzing with theories
While court witnesses recount a loving mother seeking psychiatric help, online creators are picking apart phone logs and errand timelines to build their own theories about what really happened in January 2023
