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CBC.ca

2 killed after helicopters battling Greece wildfires collide

Two Greek firefighting helicopters collided in midair on Sunday as they were battling a wind-driven wildfire west of Athens, sending one aircraft crashing to the ground, footage showed. Two crew members died in the crash.

EU calls emergency meeting over Ceuta border crisis

The European Union has called an emergency meeting to discuss the crossing of tens of thousands of Moroccan migrants into the Spanish exclave of Ceuta last week. The meeting follows a joint letter from 22 member states calling for action and the need to strengthen EU borders.

Judo Commonwealth Games champion Julien Frascadore named Canada’s flag-bearer for closing ceremony

Judo gold medallist Julien Frascadore has been named Canada’s flag-bearer for the closing ceremony of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland.

Kyle Reyes wins Canada's 4th gold, 7th medal overall in judo at Glasgow 2026

Kyle Reyes continued Canada’s judo medal haul at the Commonwealth Games with gold in the men’s -100-kilogram weight class on the final day of competition in Glasgow.

Two years after Jasper went up in flames, what attractions have reopened?

Though most of the national park has reopened after the Jasper wildfire, a few iconic areas require more extensive repairs that the federal government is backing with an over $500M investment.

Lurkers in the deep: How Canada's new submarines will be used in peace and potential war

The Canadian government has often spoken about the need for submarines to patrol Canada's vast coastline. But the role and range of of its new submarines go far beyond merely patrolling the three coasts of the country.

Canada built its nuclear industry to avoid foreign fuel. Its new reactors will depend on it

Canada built its nuclear industry around Candu reactors supplied by a made-in-Canada supply chain. Ontario is building, and other provinces are considering, SMRs that require foreign uranium enrichment and fabrication in an abrupt departure from decades of self-reliance.

'Worst-case scenario': Ships blocked from the Strait of Hormuz pose invasive species threat

Ships stalled in the Gulf region due to the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz could pose an 'immense' threat, according to a paper published last week. Experts say biofouling on hundreds of ships over several months could lead to the spread of invasive species.

The man who phoned in Canada's most famous UFO sighting became the face of the mystery

The Oct. 4, 1967, Shag Harbour event is considered Canada's most famous UFO incident. Laurie Wickens became the public face of the mystery, a role he kept until his recent death at 76.

As Trump rolls back endangered species protection, experts say Canadian wildlife is also at risk

The Trump administration is being sued by conservation groups over a change they say will weaken habitat protection for endangered species. In Canada, experts say the move could also harm animals that move between the two countries, including migratory birds and southern resident killer whales.
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Globe and Mail

Eastern Washington wildfires prompt 5,000 evacuations, destroy 600 structures

Fires burning more than 21 square kilometres around Spokane among dozens across western U.S.

Israel raises ‘serious security concerns’ regarding Hamas deal, strikes on Gaza continue

Israeli strikes overnight and into Sunday evening killed at least 17 people, including children, in Gaza

Wildfire on the Greek island of Kefalonia triggers evacuations

A wildfire on a Greek island forced evacuations on Sunday with blazes seen burning dangerously close to homes. Flames threatened buildings on Kefalonia, forcing evacuations from inland communities as aircraft made water drops over the Ionian island.

Two dead after firefighting helicopters crash near Athens as Europe continues to battle widespread flames

Flames spread through western Attica, the region around Athens, threatening communities and an industrial district outside Megara

Ceuta grapples with aftermath of border surge as residents split over who’s at fault

Most of the 60,000 migrants who swam, scrambled and later charged into the tiny Spanish exclave in North Africa this week had walked back to Morocco by Sunday

Trump says U.S. will stop strikes on Iran, claims deal parameters have been reached

Proposal calls for reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and halting attacks across the region

Deadly Moscow restaurant bombing a ‘terrorist attack,’ mayor says

The blast on Saturday evening at the Balzi Rossi left three dead and at least 21 wounded

Ukrainian drone strikes kill eight, hit online retailer warehouse, governor says

Ukrainian forces have attacked about a dozen Wildberries sites since July 18 in a bid to disrupt the operations of the company

Wildfires across Washington state prompt evacuations

Governor Bob Ferguson declared a statewide emergency and burn ban on Saturday morning

Plane carrying European tourists crashes in Peru, killing 13

Tourists were going to view the famed Nazca Lines, a group of extensive geoglyphs scraped into the desert hundreds of years ago by Peru’s Indigenous inhabitants
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Global News

Moscow’s mayor calls deadly restaurant bomb attack a ‘brutal terrorist act’

At least 21 people were wounded when the explosive device detonated at the restaurant on Kudrinskaya Square, the National Anti-Terrorism Committee said late on Saturday

Trump holds off strikes on Iran, says parameters reached on deal to end war

Trump has announced halts to strikes in Iran on several occasions since the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran on Feb. 28, only for things to unravel and fighting to resume again.

Ukraine seeks Trump’s help to get Starlink access for aiding Russia strikes

The push for expanded use of Starlink comes as Zelenskyy looks for ways to mitigate the need for U.S. Patriot air defense systems, with Trump walking back a possible access deal.

FIFA abandons plans to sell World Cup profits to private equity following massive pushback

Infantino’s decision came after his senior adviser who sat on a White House panel resigned and Asia’s soccer body joined Europe and North America in opposing it.

Canada, allies warn North Korea IT workers pose ‘insider threat’ abroad

The joint advisory urged countries and companies to 'deepen their understanding' of the tactics used and implement measures to counter them.

60K migrants enter Spain’s Ceuta, many return to Morocco after crackdown

The border crisis boiled over Thursday and continued on Friday with security forces clashing with migrants on the Moroccan side of the border.

Hamas says it agrees to disarm after Trump announces Gaza peace proposal

U.S. President Donald Trump's proposal comes nine months after a U.S.-brokered ceasefire to end the fighting between Israel and Hamas was signed.

Global burning at record low, despite North American and European wildfires

As wildfires in Europe and North America grow more extreme, key worldwide burning statistics are at a record low largely because Africa and Asia are controlling fire more.

What’s behind growing European threats to boycott the next FIFA World Cup?

American venture capital firm Thrive Eternal is expected to lead the investor group for FFE, founded by Joshua Kushner — the brother of U.S. President Donald Trump's son-in-law.

U.S. says ‘error’ mislabelled every African country on AIDS conference map

The mislabelled map was shown during a presentation at the AIDS 2026 Conference in Rio de Janeiro on the U.S. State Department's new health program agreements with African nations.
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New York Times

Ohio Republican Denies Abuse Accusations, Deepening High-Stakes Family Feud

Representative Max Miller denied in a livestream the allegations of domestic abuse made by his ex-wife amid worries in the Republican Party that a once-safe seat may be in danger.

What We Know About the Shooting at an In-N-Out Burger in Idaho

Gunfire brought panic to a shopping center in Twin Falls in what the authorities described as a chaotic scene. At least three people were killed.

U.S. Restores Some Vaccine and Health Aid to Unicef, Gavi and World Food Programme

The amount is still far below what the U.S. spent previously on humanitarian and health aid, but resumes the flow of money for key efforts to fight malnutrition and disease.

Can Democratic Socialists Agree on Anything? They Say That’s Not the Point.

At a national summit of the Democratic Socialists of America, nervous energy and a sprawling tableau of sometimes-competing interests were on display.

How a Top Law Firm Went From Standing Up to Trump to Bending the Knee

Paul Weiss was a progressive stalwart for decades and led the legal resistance against President Trump in his first term. Then it surrendered without a fight. This is the inside story of its transformation.

Chicago’s Mayoral Race Is Taking Shape. But What About the Incumbent?

Several prominent Democrats already are running for mayor of Chicago. Mayor Brandon Johnson has not said whether he will seek a second term next year.

Christopher Nolan’s Trojan Horse

The finest trick of his “Odyssey” is smuggling the core of Judeo-Christian ethics into an ancient Greek epic.

Self-Help Influencer Nicole LePera Faces Litigation

Millions look to Nicole LePera for advice on how to achieve contentment and maintain healthy relationships. But her own story is complicated.

Keep on Truckin’

A family vacation takes an unexpected turn.

World War Two-and-a-Half Is Breaking Out

Whatever is happening in Iran, it isn’t working.

CNBC

'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' chases 'Avengers: Endgame' opening record with $355 million domestic debut

Sony and Marvel's "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" snared $355 million in estimated domestic box office on its opening weekend, the second-highest debut of all time.

Investors scored on Iran war's oil market boom. Staying long the trade will get trickier

Oil price volatility caused by U.S.-Iran war created big market winners, but for buy-and-hold investors, there are better long-term energy themes to monitor.

Trump cancels planned attack on Iran, saying he reached an agreement over the 'perimeters of a deal'

The U.S. president said Iran and its regional neighbors asked the U.S. to hold off on attacks after 'the perimeters of a deal has been agreed to.'

An exam leak in India exposed a Gen Z jobs crisis that goes much deeper

While the leak of key exam papers was the trigger for the recent student protest in India, rising unemployment is the real fuel angering Gen Z in the country.

 Berkshire Hathaway shares hit eight-month high

The conglomerate that Warren Buffett built rallied to an eight-month high this week. There could be more gains ahead if they play catch up with the S&P 500.

Building for 131°F: Europe races to protect its infrastructure from a ‘quiet catastrophe’

A summer of weather extremes and severe infrastructure stress has prompted companies and policymakers across Europe to respond.

Iran's overlapping power centers make ending the war more complicated

Iran’s power structure complicates efforts to enforce any ceasefire with the U.S., from the Supreme Leader to the Revolutionary Guards.

Fintech broker Clear Street offers investors pre-IPO access to $188 billion AI giant Databricks

Fintech brokerage Clear Street is launching a private markets platform, beginning with Databricks stakes, to give investors more access to late-stage startups.

Trump's AI executive order nears key deadline as regulation debate intensifies

OpenAI's Sam Altman and Nvidia's Jensen Huang were among tech leaders in Washington, D.C., ahead of a deadline the White House set in its AI executive order.

‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ sets domestic box office preview record with $72 million

Sony and Marvel's "Spider-Man: Brave New Day" is expected to haul in around $270 million domestically over its debut weekend.

Washington Post

Spain pushes migrants back to Morocco as suspicions swirl over mass border breach

The crisis in Ceuta, on the African coast, instantly became a touchstone in the global migrant debate as suspicions swirled that the viral incident was orchestrated.

Zelensky says Ukraine has ‘no interceptors’ as ballistic missiles hit Kyiv

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had appealed for American air-defense missiles during a White House meeting on Tuesday.

U.S. general warns Pentagon he lacks sufficient forces to protect Israel

A shortage of Navy destroyers, used to defend against Iranian ballistic missile attacks, will force the head of U.S. European Command to prioritize the U.S. homeland instead, officials said.

Migrants overrun a Spanish outpost, stirring European outrage

Widely circulated video showed thousands of Moroccans storming into a Spanish outpost in North Africa. The White House condemned Spain as weak on immigration.

BBC

Man admits transporting Scottish woman's body in suitcase, Greek police say

The man was arrested on suspicion of manslaughter, as well as robbery and weapons offences.

Massive Attack responds after Singapore ban over Palestine display

The UK band says it is "surprised and disappointed" by its treatment over shouting "free Palestine" at a concert there.

Multiple trackside fires halt trains between London and Stansted Airport

Some trains in and out of London are delayed or cancelled.

Burnham pledges to be 'relentless' in curbing small boat crossings

The prime minister says enforcement is increased but there also need to be more safe routes into the UK.

Uganda unveils statue of Israel PM's brother who died in Entebbe rescue mission

Yonatan Netanyahu was the only Israeli soldier to die as he led a mission to free more than 100 hostages.

Johnson denies Harrington in star-studded Portugal event

Zach Johnson holds off Padraig Harrington at The Els Club in the first officially sanctioned Champions Tour event held in Portugal.

Alonso heals Real Madrid scars to lead Chelsea's senior revolution

Xabi Alonso on healing from his Real Madrid exit, his gut feeling to join Chelsea and why he sees his new club as an exciting opportunity.

At least 13 killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza after Hamas agree disarmament deal

Israel says it was targeting military operatives in the strikes on Gaza City, Khan Younis and Deir el-Balah.

Ukraine says major Russian oil refinery and airfield hit, as Moscow reports eight deaths

Russia's military says it attacked Ukraine's ports and vessels in the Black Sea overnight.

Finucane creates Games history with fourth gold

Welsh star Emma Finucane creates history by becoming the first sprint cyclist to win four track gold medals at the same Commonwealth Games.

The Independent

Greece crash latest: British national survives after two helicopters collide leaving two dead

It comes as wildfires continue to burn across France, Spain and Greece

British prime minister says Infantino is not the right man to lead FIFA

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham says FIFA President Gianni Infantino is not the right man to lead world soccer’s governing body in the latest fallout from the now abandoned plan to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors

Senator demands ‘dangerous’ former son-in-law quit as congressman over abuse claims saying he fears for granddaughter

Max Miller has denied claims from ex-wife that he threatened her with a gun and injured their daughter

In-N-Out Burger employee among 3 dead in shooting at Idaho fast-food restaurant, owner says

The owner of a fast-food restaurant chain says one of her workers was among three people killed in a shooting in southern Idaho The shooting happened Saturday at an In-N-Out Burger in Twin Falls, Idaho

Burnham vows ‘relentless’ fight to halt small boat crossings

PM says he is not ‘complacent’ as he announced a boost to the number of officers deployed to tackle smuggling gangs

Inside the worst places on Earth to give birth

The Independent’s chief international correspondent, Bel Trew, travelled across the Central African Republic and Nigeria, speaking to women who are risking their lives for motherhood

RFK Jr loses temper in angry clash with CNN host over measles and Covid: ‘You want to sit here and attack me?’

Heated health secretary angrily accuses Dr. Anthony Fauci of ‘lying about everything’ and CNN of ‘punishing’ people during Covid in contentious interview

Capital One says it closed over 300 Trump Organization accounts after anti-money laundering probe

Capital One first notified the Trump Organization of its intention to close more than 300 affiliated bank accounts in March 2021

Surfing pups take a ride at the World Dog Surfing Championship in California

The event helps raise money for local charities

Newborn deaths are surging in the world’s most vulnerable communities as aid cuts hit

Mothers across sub-Saharan Africa face a perfect storm of conflict, displacement and global aid cuts that are leaving them without the help they need in the most dangerous countries to give birth. Liz Cookman and Nick Ferris report