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CBC.ca
Christa Pike says she's in 'constant pain' since surviving execution attempt
Convicted murderer Christa Pike says while she continues to get stronger, she has been in pain since surviving a botched execution in Tennessee last month.
Yes, Halloween candy is expensive this year — but some sweets are scarier than others
Candy prices have climbed steadily over the past six years, according to Statistics Canada inflation numbers. But some treats are trickier than others. We break down which candies got more expensive this Halloween.
Quebec launches investigation after Montreal police officer allegedly deleted domestic violence video from evidence
According to Radio-Canada, a Montreal police officer at Station 39 allegedly deleted video evidence provided in 2025 by a woman who was a victim of domestic violence.
Canadian economy stalled in August, points to September decline: StatsCan
Statistics Canada GDP data for August shows economic growth was essentially flat in August despite a rebound in retail trade that more than offset a decline in July. Wholesale trade, meanwhile, fell 1.4 per cent in August, as most subsectors contracted.
Aid operation, evacuations underway in Ukraine's stricken city of Oleshky
Starving residents of a Russian-held town in southern Ukraine began evacuating on Friday as part of a joint relief operation by the opposing sides, the first of its kind in more than four years of war.
Binance says $6.3B US hacked in what could be largest cryptocurrency theft ever
A U.S.-based blockchain intelligence firm says a North Korean unit was likely behind the hack that impacted more than $6 billion US on Binance, the world's biggest cryptocurrency exchange.
Russia is back in the hockey world championships after sports court ruling
Russia teams must be allowed to play International Ice Hockey Federation events such as the world championships, the Court of Arbitration for Sport ruled on Friday.
Dead humpback whale that was struck by ferry towed to First Nation for ceremony
The Squamish Nation will honour the whale's life and spirit through a ceremony and traditional practices.
How drones and DNA testing are being used to hunt down invasive wild pigs in Manitoba
Thermal drones and environmental DNA testing are showing promise in strengthening Manitoba's fight against invasive, destructive and disease-carrying wild pigs.
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Toronto Star
Boy who played 'central role' in hammer killing of homeless Toronto man at age 12 is sentenced to intensive rehab
'The young person’s risk of future violence is high as is his risk of general offending.'
A Hamilton teacher retired to live on a never-ending cruise. After 2 years, it's docked for good — and left her stranded
Mary Ann Demsar was among the 200 residents of the Villa Vie Odyssey who were suddenly told to disembark in Cambodia: 'We were left on our own.'
An Ontario justice of the peace allegedly sexually harassed a colleague. His discipline case was just cancelled because he turned 75
James Ziegler turned 75 this week, the mandatory retirement age for justices of the peace.
After 26 years at Stelco, she was laid off earlier this month. Then — suddenly — she was called back
Working at Stelco allowed Sarah-Jane Shaw to thrive. But permanent layoffs could have forced her to sell her home.
Fall calls for wines to cosy up with, like these smooth, rich reds and a 96-point Chardonnay at the LCBO
Grab one of these perfect fall pours for a cosy evening on the porch this Halloween.
York Catholic board chair disciplined for 'profane and disparaging' comments about education director
Integrity commissioner rules Iafrate violated trustee code of conduct. Calandra calls the infighting 'so frustrating.'
The federal Liberals secretly halted a promised ban on thermal coal exports
Cabinet ministers didn't say Thursday what happened with the ban.
Ontario deficit hits record $16.9B as Trump tariffs batter economy
Trump's levies on steel, autos and other goods have forced the Ford government to earmark billions in relief subsidies to shore up impacted industries and their workers.
Bridle Path attack latest in rising number of Toronto home invasions: 'Everyone is terrified'
According to Toronto police data, there have been 112 home invasions in 2026, representing a 47.4 per cent increase compared to the same period last year.
Ontario 'Crypto King' is found guilty of fraud. Jury takes just hour and a half to reach verdict
Aiden Pleterski's lavish 'Crypto King' persona drew in scores of investors. The Crown called it a classic Ponzi scheme.
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Globe and Mail
Pope Leo becomes first pope to vote in U.S. general election
The Pope, formerly Robert Prevost, has participated in five primaries, requesting both Democratic and Republican ballots
Hackers steal $6.3-billion from Binance in record heist blamed on North Korea
World’s biggest cryptocurrency exchange halts withdrawals, will use company funds to cover losses
G20 members face deep rifts over wars, tariffs as they prepare to meet in Atlanta
Marco Rubio to chair gathering that includes envoys from Russia, China ahead of leaders’ summit in December
Orangutan rescuers work overtime as wildfires and a super El Niño raze Indonesia’s forests
With their homes destroyed, dozens of apes wait in limbo at a sanctuary in Borneo
Who pays for a billion-dollar riot? In Europe, lawmakers look past rioters to their parents and the apps in their pockets
In France, anyone who knowingly joins a group preparing violence could be made to pay for what others destroy; family allowances, housing aid are on the line
Binance freezes assets after record $6.3-billion heist
Hackers stole $6.3-billion from Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, in what analysts say is the biggest crypto hack ever, an attack that could prompt investors to rethink the risks of owning digital assets. Reuters Deputy Financial Markets Editor, Tom Westbrook has more.
Humanitarian mission reaches Ukraine’s battered Oleshky as localized truce holds
Convoy arrives in Russian-occupied city after joint humanitarian effort first brokered by Melania Trump
The Philippine archipelago on the front line of China’s territorial ambitions
Control of Batanes, the Philippines’ northernmost province, would be crucial for an invasion of Taiwan
Israel’s final election results give neither Netanyahu nor the opposition a majority
Weeks of negotiations to build a majority coalition and name a prime minister likely lie ahead, with another election possible if they fail
Abdul El-Sayed is promising universal health care, but it’s his faith Republicans are targeting
The U.S. Senate candidate is a leftist, but he also just happens to be a Muslim
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Global News
8-year-old severely injured in wolf attack inside German zoo enclosure
The incident occurred before the regular opening of the Johannismühle Wildlife Park south of Berlin, during a zookeeper day for children.
U.K. police share update on probe into claims against Meghan Markle’s father
Authorities in the Philippines said last week they were investigating Thomas Markle Sr. over allegations he possessed child sexual abuse images.
European Central Bank chief resigns as economic volatility worsens
European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde announced her resignation on Thursday, ending months of speculation about her future just as Europe enters a period volatility.
King Charles faces calls for apology, slavery reparations on Caribbean tour
The visit marks King Charles' first official trip to the Bahamas as king, during which the government closed all public schools on the island of New Providence to welcome him.
Man detained after Prince Albert of Monaco’s relative found dead
Antoine de Massy, the son of Christian de Massy, Prince Albert II's first cousin, was found dead on Oct. 25 in a park near the Villa Sauber in Monaco. He was 29.
Russia-Ukraine ceasefire holds in southern Ukraine city, officials say
A planned ceasefire in southern Ukraine held for its first day and night, officials said Wednesday, but Moscow and Kyiv continued to batter each other elsewhere.
6 Canadians injured in Spain train crash that killed 68, minister says
'It was a high-speed impact, so we are expecting this to be a tragedy,' said Spain's health minister on Wednesday as death tolls soared.
B.C. man who started dog rescue killed while saving animals in Ukraine
"The best thing I can say is Jesse was a force of nature," Penny Stone, executive director of the Victoria Humane Society, told Global News.
Canada’s Eurovision finalists include Rêve, Tyler Shaw
The public will be invited to vote for Canada’s Eurovision entrant from the five finalists, with the winner set to be announced by December.
Brazil’s Flávio Bolsonaro misses passport handover, compliance unclear
Flavio Bolsonaro is under investigation by Brazil's Supreme Court for alleged corruption, money laundering and tax evasion in two cases.
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New York Times
Conservation Efforts for Caucasian Leopards Show Promise
In Armenia, a three-legged Caucasian leopard’s astonishing hike signals that conservation efforts for the endangered animal may be working.
Tech Stocks Tumble, but Broader Market Is Holding On
The S&P 500 is set for a small loss for the month, despite a deeper slide in some of the A.I. stocks that exert a heavy influence on the index.
The Trouble With This Popular Progressive Idea
Forget California’s billionaire wealth tax. The economist Natasha Sarin believes there are better ways to make billionaires pay up.
Mosquito Lasers
China has come up with an innovative way to kill the insects.
Rare Evacuation Announced by Melania Trump Begins in Ukrainian City of Oleshky
Many of the people left in Oleshky, where bombardment is constant, have run out of food. A truce that began Tuesday is supposed to allow aid in and civilians out.
Novaya Gazeta, Fiercely Independent Russian News Outlet, Says It Will Shut Down
Journalists at Novaya Gazeta, whose co-founder received the Nobel Peace Prize, said the government had orchestrated its demise: “They killed us.”
Big Tech’s Data Center Blitz Is Burning Through Cash and Scaring Wall St.
Amazon became the latest tech company to announce swelling investments in A.I. amid stumbling share prices.
Binance Suspends Withdrawals After Crypto Hackers Steal $6.3 Billion
The crypto exchange said it was compromised in what could be the biggest crypto heist ever. One research lab attributed the theft to “North Korea’s elite hacking unit.”
Darline Graham Is ‘a Little Nervous.’ Can She Keep South Carolina’s Senate Seat Red?
Polls show the sister of the late Senator Lindsey Graham in a virtual tie with her Democratic opponent, Dr. Annie Andrews. An upset was unthinkable just a few months ago.
Ukrainians Are Fighting Russians Inside Underground Gas Pipes. I Went in One.
I experienced war’s subterranean future as drones dominate the skies. I didn’t like it.
CNBC
$6.3 billion Binance hack is largest crypto theft on record
Binance says a security breach impacted about $6.3 billion in assets. The exchange says roughly $3 billion has been frozen and losses will be covered.
Trump, Vance scrap planned appearances in final stretch of midterm campaign
Trump and JD Vance have canceled planned appearances across three states, reducing in-person campaigning in the final days before midterm elections.
Swiss central bank posts bumper $23bn profit thanks to gold, foreign assets
Unlike other major central banks, the Swiss National Bank has a significant equity portfolio.
Binance's $6.3 billion hack: What we know and what comes next
Billions in crypto assets have been frozen following a potential Binance security breach, raising questions about whether the funds can be recovered.
The big questions remaining after Anthropic’s blockbuster IPO prospectus
Uncertainties remain ahead of one of the most hotly anticipated IPOs in history.
Chevron and Exxon beat earnings expectations as refining profits soar on high diesel fuel prices
Diesel prices have surged globally as Ukraine and Iran have bombed refineries in Russia and the Middle East.
Russian strikes plunge Ukrainian city into blackout as Zelenskyy warns of more missile attacks
Russian strikes caused major power outages in Dnipro as a reported Ukrainian drone attack sparked a fire at a Russian oil refinery.
Euro zone economy slows to 0.4% growth in Q3 as crisis-hit France contracts
The euro zone showed surprising resilience, but weak productivity, industrial competitiveness challenges and demographic pressures remain, analysts said.
Tech scare trade hits Nasdaq futures while crypto reels from its biggest-ever hack
Amazon and Intel worsen the sell-off with disappointing earnings releases
BP’s third-quarter profit nearly quadruples to $8.5 billion as refining margins surge
The oil major was the latest to smash profit expectations as global conflicts continue to drive energy market volatility.
BBC
US inmate Christa Pike says she woke up 'confused and in pain' after failed execution
It is Pike's first public statement since she survived an execution attempt by lethal injection in September.
Wettest week for two years but still not enough rain to get out of drought
After above average rainfall in October, reservoirs across England are still very low with much of the country remaining in drought, as Simon King explains.
Alaska Senate candidate denies knowing about alleged plot to put two Dan Sullivans on ballot
Dan S Sullivan, the incumbent Republican senator running for re-election, and allies have accused the Democrats of trying to confuse voters by recruiting Dan J Sullivan to also stand in the race.
Britain's first £100m man facing defining moment
Is it 'now or never' for Jack Grealish after he was dropped by Everton for a breach of club discipline, asks chief football writer Phil McNulty?
England edge towards World Cup exit despite PNG win
England's points chase against Papua New Guinea descends into an error-strewn 34-12 win that will almost certainly lead to their World Cup exit.
Spain transport minister says he won't resign over high-speed rail disaster
Óscar Puente has been facing calls to resign after two high-speed trains collided earlier in the week, killing at least 69 people.
Driver guilty of hitting cyclist and dragging him to death under car
Simon Richardson is convicted of murdering head teacher Michael Mullins and will be sentenced on Monday.
Sir Ian McKellen leads tributes to 'beloved actor' Sir Patrick Stewart after his death at 86
The actor died in Los Angeles following a "a brief and poignant journey" with Alzheimer's Disease and Lewy Body Dementia.
The acting legend defined by Yorkshire who 'loved it to the end'
Tributes have been paid to the legendary Star Trek actor Sir Patrick Stewart, who was born in Mirfield.
What we know about Binance's $6.3bn hack
Cyber correspondent Joe Tidy explains more about what is suspected to be the biggest hack in history.
The Independent
Who keeps pooping on my lawn? The case of the marathon miscreant and running’s dirtiest secret
A jogger has repeatedly used his front yard as a toilet — and she’s not alone. Ahead of Sunday’s TCS New York City Marathon, Brendan Rascius investigates the runners who answer nature’s call wherever it finds them
Trump reverses course after reporter calls him out over canceling midterms rallies
The rallies are reportedly back on after Trump was questioned by a reporter about his health
Lebanese military court judge charges 13 over a seized Hezbollah explosives truck
A judge at a Lebanese military court has charged 13 people in connection with a truck carrying explosives linked to Hezbollah
I’m a tech expert – these are the best VPS hosting services I recommend in 2026
From Ionos to GoDaddy, discover the top virtual private server options
Christa Pike breaks silence after botched execution: ‘I am searching for meaning in what happened to me’
Pike survived a botched execution attempt in Tennessee on September 30 after receiving two doses of the lethal injection drug pentobarbital
‘I lay in a pool of blood after being shot at point blank range while undercover in Northern Ireland’
Shot through the stomach and stranded in the Northern Irish countryside with no backup, Blue* was the lucky one. Now, the former undercover operative tells Sam Kiley about what went wrong, how he survived, and the pressure of making split-second decisions
Inside the Coagh IRA ambush, one of the most controversial SAS killings in Northern Ireland
The former SAS major responsible for planning one of the most controversial lethal clashes of the Troubles tells Sam Kiley how his men had less than two seconds to decide whether to open fire on an IRA unit preparing an assassination
Russia's top independent newspaper shuts down, blaming pressure from authorities
Russia's renowned independent newspaper, Novaya Gazeta, has announced its closure after over three decades, citing relentless official pressure
Rise in London rough sleeping a 'stark reminder of huge challenge' facing Burnham
4,678 people were recorded as sleeping rough in the capital in July to September this year
Three men arrested over deadly Athens gas explosion that killed pregnant woman and five others
The devastating gas explosion blew up the entire property and narrowly missed a bus full of school children
