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CBC.ca
He turned around and a shark was there | The Moment
Underwater videographer Carl Sorensen tells The National about the moment he had a rare encounter with a bluntnose sixgill shark while diving near Nanoose Bay, B.C.
Hamilton-born NHL prospect Matthew Mayich hospitalized after 'training incident,' OHL says
NHL prospect Matthew Mayich, who was born in Hamilton and played junior hockey with the Ottawa 67's, is in hospital in Arizona following "an off-ice training incident," says the Ontario Hockey League. Now 21, he played minor hockey with the Hamilton Huskies and was drafted by the St. Louis Blues in 2023.
More charges for former Manitoba MP Inky Mark after 445 guns, explosives found in home: RCMP
Former member of Parliament Inky Mark has been hit with 26 more weapons-related charges, after police say they found 445 firearms and 26.5 kilograms of explosives in his Manitoba home.
Testimony concludes in trial of U.S. mother accused of killing her 3 children
Testimony concluded Wednesday in the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, a mother accused of strangling her three young children in a case that has drawn attention to postpartum mental health.
Kremlin confirms CIA director's meeting with Russian counterparts in Moscow
U.S. CIA Director John Ratcliffe spoke with Russian intelligence officials during a visit to Moscow but did not meet President Vladimir Putin, the Kremlin said on Wednesday of a trip that U.S. President Donald Trump described as "semi-routine."
Alberta premier doubles down on diplomacy with Americans to stave off U.S. tariffs
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says Canadians must double down on their diplomatic efforts to convince U.S. lawmakers and citizens that the escalating trade war is destructive for everyone on both sides of the border.
Blake Lively to get just over $400,000 US in legal costs from Justin Baldoni
Blake Lively will get just over $400,000 of the $8 million US she sought in legal costs from actor and director Justin Baldoni after they settled their fight over the production of their 2024 film It Ends With Us, a federal judge ruled Wednesday.
Canada’s largest icebreaker makes 6th visit to the North Pole
The polar mission is being carried out in order to better define Canada's claim on a portion of the Arctic seafloor, which is also claimed by Russia and Denmark via its autonomous territory Greenland.
Video captures likely tornado in eastern P.E.I. amid 'wild day' of weather
A mid-afternoon storm Wednesday on Prince Edward Island brought high winds, hail, rain, thunder and lightning.
B.C. climber stung by wasps 100 times, rescued by helicopter
A climber in British Columbia was rescued by helicopter after being stung more than 100 times by wasps in backcountry north of Vancouver.
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Toronto Star
How many MLB players wear a protective cup? The answer may surprise you
After Blue Jays player Ernie Clement fouled a ball into his groin on Tuesday, skipper John Schneider estimated that very few players actually wear protection down there during games.
Donald Trump needs to treat Canada like Dolly Parton would, Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow says
Olivia Chow took to the American airwaves Wednesday, telling network interviewers that the U.S. president should take a page from the country star.
I'll never forget meeting Tim Curry — he was part of my life for more than 50 years
The British actor who died Tuesday brought joy in his “Rocky Horror Picture Show” role.
Inside Canada’s information battle against the United States as trade war escalates
The Carney government has urged Liberal MPs to avoid escalating tensions or provoking the Trump administration in public, the Star has learned.
Saskatchewan's Premier Moe announces 50% retaliatory tax on U.S. booze amid trade war
Starting Sept. 8, Saskatchewan will impose the 50 per cent fee, the Premier said.
Toronto’s Nepali community awaits word from loved ones as flash floods at Nepal-China border kill at least 160 with 24 Canadians among the hundreds missing
"Everyone's heart is broken,” said a local community leader after floodwaters struck early Wednesday. Nepalese officials said 403 people remain missing, including 341 foreign nationals.
Large sinkhole opens up in Riverdale — second to form in Toronto's east end this week
Road closures are in effect in the area of Boultbee and Jones avenues as crews work to repair the hole.
Western premiers push back against using potash, oil in retaliation against Trump
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says he supports the dollar-for-dollar countermeasures, but the goal must be to get back to the negotiating table. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith also pushed back hard against the assertion that oil flowing to the U.S. should…
Man acquitted of murder in Jane Station stabbing, judge finds Crown failed to disprove self-defence
Tefai Opoku-Boadu was accused of second-degree murder in the stabbing death of 39-year-old Matthew Rumble, a complete stranger, on June 25, 2024, after both got off a bus at Jane station.
Floods caused by a glacial collapse kill at least 160 people on Nepal-China border, hundreds missing
Officials in Nepal said 403 people, including 341 foreign nationals, were reported missing.
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Globe and Mail
Japanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama dies at 97
Kusama, known for her polka dot-covered paintings and infinity mirror room installations, died on Aug. 14, according to an announcement on her website
Rupert Grint returning as Ron Weasley for Broadway’s ‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’
The play picks up 19 years after the end of the final novel, ‘Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows’
What caused the catastrophic flooding on the Nepal-Tibet border?
Torrential floods swallowed roads, bridges, houses, and power projects in the border areas of Nepal. Here’s a look at what caused the calamity
Actor Tim Curry, known for role in The Rocky Horror Picture Show, dies at 80
He often appeared in movies as a hammy villain and was nominated three times for a Tony Award for Broadway roles
Canada’s tough response to Trump’s trade war is winning fans in China
China has become an important counterweight as Canada seeks to reduce reliance on the U.S.
Chinese hackers broke into Justice Department, NASA, Federal Reserve and other agencies, U.S. says
Justice Department says it seized domains used by two hacking platforms, dubbed ‘QScan’ and ‘QTRouter,’ which it said had been used as part of the campaign
U.S. designates Palestine Action as a terrorist group
Trump’s administration seeks to crack down on left-wing groups in its counterterrorism efforts
Lindsay Clancy’s murder trial nears closing arguments as prosecution questions final witness
FBI psychiatrist testifies that the choices she made while killing her three children indicated she remained in control of her actions
CIA director held talks in Moscow with his intelligence counterparts, Kremlin says
Kremlin spokesman said John Ratcliffe did not meet with Putin, who was informed of the contacts that were ‘on the intelligence agencies’ level’
Here are some of Dolly Parton’s greatest songs, and the stories behind them
From country songs that challenge traditional gender dynamics to the greatest ballad ever committed to record, some classics stand above others
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Global News
Sikh activist says he received new RCMP ‘duty to warn’ of threat to life
Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a dual Canadian-U.S. citizen, says he also received a similar threat notification from the FBI earlier this month.
U.S. says Chinese hackers accessed DOJ, NASA, other sensitive agencies
The U.S. Justice Department said it had seized domains used by two hacking platforms it alleges had been used in the campaign, which also targeted the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle return to the U.K.
Prince Harry, Meghan, and their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, are said to have landed in the U.K. privately from California.
Carney will address the European Parliament next month
Prime Minister Mark Carney will also attend the European Union’s annual State of the Union address by the European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
24 Canadians among hundreds missing in Nepal flash floods, embassy says
A huge wall of mud and rock collapsed into a river on the Himalayan border of Nepal and China's Tibet on Wednesday, triggering catastrophic flooding on the Nepali side.
Dubai airport traffic dropped sharply in Q2 due to Iran war’s effects
Dubai International Airport, one of the world’s busiest hubs, said Wednesday it saw a sharp drop in passengers during the second quarter as the Iran war disrupted air travel.
Fire in hospital kills 14 newborns in Pakistan’s capital
The government has opened an investigation, and Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif ordered the Health Ministry’s highest civil servant to be removed from office.
Former Iranian official living in Toronto was ‘critical’ to terror finance, CBSA alleges
A CBSA report alleges that as a deputy director in Iran’s Ministry of Industry, Mines and Trade, Abbas Omidi, assisted the regime's state sponsorship of terrorism.
From Amsterdam to Canada: Where efforts to identify ‘Lucky’ stand
Amsterdam police are still searching for the identity of the man named 'Lucky' after Vancouver police confirmed he was not missing from the province.
U.S. seeks to make Iran an ‘economic outcast’ with new sanctions, pressure
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned every country that does business with the Islamic Republic to sever those financial ties or face retaliation from the United States.
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New York Times
Yayoi Kusama, Japanese Pop Artist Known for Polka-Dot Paintings, Dies at 97
The Japanese artist’s polka-dot covered paintings, phallic sculptures and public performances caused a stir in New York City and Europe in the 1960s.
Prince William Is Still Silent About His Brother, Harry. Can That Last?
Years of long-distance division between Prince William and his younger brother will be tested now that Harry has returned to Britain.
After Whiskey With His Captors, Cuban Dissident Lands in a Miami Maelstrom
The former political prisoner Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara is unpacking 4,000 paintings he brought to Miami from Cuba and dodging criticism from exiles who once welcomed him.
Yayoi Kusama Was the Avant-Garde Radical Who Became a Pop Icon
In her mass-produced ubiquity, Kusama became one of her own dots, spreading her image into every corner of our culture.
Dolly Parton’s Other Legacy: A Fortune Given Away, Dollar by Dollar
The country star supported early childhood literacy, disaster relief, the development of the Covid-19 vaccine and more.
As a Storyteller, Tim Curry Had the Gift
He was a blast to watch, whether playing a mad scientist in “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” a butler in “Clue” or a singing King Arthur in “Spamalot.”
New White House Counsel Isn’t a Yes Man, but He Won’t Say No, Either
Will Scharf has proved his loyalty to President Trump, even filming a TV ad in which he blows away documents from the president’s legal cases. His new role will be to provide in-house legal advice.
Deadly Nepal Flood May Have Been Caused by ‘Ice Avalanche,’ Scientists Say
An initial assessment of satellite imagery suggests an “ice avalanche” from a high-altitude glacier sent a giant cascade into the valley below.
He Thought He Destroyed a Flock Camera, but It Was a Decoy, Police Say
A Florida man is facing three felony charges over the Aug. 20 vandalism of a plastic reproduction of one of the automated license plate readers, the authorities said.
After Meta Settlement, Teens Divided on New Instagram and Facebook Restrictions
Young people said the platforms could be a space for gathering, but also a waste of time.
CNBC
Z.ai shares surge 8% after releasing new AI model running only on Chinese chips
The Chinese AI company said it had already launched the model globally in stealth mode for a week.
Tanker attack tests Trump’s claim that Hormuz is a 'functioning strait'
An oil tanker was struck by an unidentified projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, keeping alive risks deterring vessesl from the vital energy corridor.
'Too much too quickly': Indonesia's growth ambitions questioned by economists
Indonesia has set an ambitious growth target, but economists aren't sure it can get there while keeping the deficit in check.
Qantas shares jump after earnings as airline unveils new business-class seats
Qantas shares jumped 4% after the airline reported full-year earnings and introduced new business-class seats amid strong demand for premium travel.
Europe’s gas stores are running low — and prices could top 100 euros this winter
Europe’s gas stores are historically low for this time of year, as disrupted Middle East LNG flows raise the risk of sharply higher prices this winter.
HP inks deal with U.S.-blacklisted Huawei for licensing the Chinese company's WiFi tech
It's a sign of adoption of Huawei technology outside China, despite the U.S. restricting the company from working with American suppliers such as Google.
Japanese startups, IPOs set for boost with platform to trade unlisted companies
The Japanese regulator's registration of a new trading platform for unlisted shares could help create a more favorable capital-raising environment for the country's IPO ecosystem.
China industrial profits growth cools to slowest in seven months as economic slowdown deepens
China's industrial profits growth in July slowed to its weakest pace this year, as soft demand and a broader slowdown in the economy weighed on manufacturers.
Bank of Korea delivers back-to-back rate hikes as core inflation stays elevated
The Bank of Korea hiked rates by 25 basis points to 3%, its highest since January 2025 and in line with expectations.
CNBC Daily Open: Nvidia is selling more shovels than ever in the AI gold rush
Nvidia reported results that beat expectations, but it also expects revenue to grow another 70% in fiscal 2028.
Washington Post
Yayoi Kusama, whose art evoked hallucinatory wonder, dies at 97
Her hypnotic, unconventional works propelled her from near-obscurity to a place in the world’s most prominent museums.
Canada, pressured by Trump, wants new trade partners. Here’s why it’s hard.
The country needs infrastructure and deals to expand exports beyond the United States.
Scores dead, hundreds missing in flash floods on Nepal-China border
An avalanche caused the Bhotekoshi River to overflow, sending waves of water and mud that swept buildings and people away.
Europe eyes Russia in attacks on weapons and cargo. But Germany treads lightly.
European security officials officials said an explosive drone found at Leipzig/Halle airport in Germany fits a pattern of likely Russian aggression across Europe.
Prince Harry and Meghan are back in the U.K.
The couple shocked Britain's royal watchers last week with the news they would return to live in the U.K., ending a self-imposed exile in California.
CIA director’s secretive visit to Moscow stirs mystery
A Kremlin spokesman said John Ratcliffe did not meet with Vladimir Putin and that it was "premature" to say whether the trip would affect fraught U.S.-Russia relations.
Fastest-growing Ebola outbreak on record threatens to become worst in history
The response to Congo’s raging Ebola epidemic has been hampered by a severe lack of funding and pervasive misinformation, according to people on the front lines.
Canada announces retaliatory tariffs on U.S. products as trade war deepens
Canada announced new tariffs of up to 50 percent on hundreds of American goods in retaliation for U.S. tariffs that took effect last week. Starting Sept. 8, Canada will double tariffs on American steel and aluminum to 50 percent and impose tariffs on around 700 other products.
The U.S. and Canada are in a trade war. China aims to win it.
Beijing, seeking an advantage, casts itself as a global champion of free trade.
The U.S. is escalating its economic war on Iran. Here’s what that means.
Iran’s top trade partners include China, Iraq, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates. But the Trump administration has not said who new sanctions would target, or how so.
BBC
Is Saka getting back to his best at Arsenal?
Bukayo Saka has struggled to produce his best on a consistent basis in recent months, but could be getting back to top form this season.
Watson to face fellow Briton Dart for US Open spot
Heather Watson will face compatriot Harriet Dart for a place in the US Open main draw as six British players reach the final qualifying round.
New thunderstorm warnings for parts of UK as rain set to continue
The Met Office has issued fresh thunderstorm warnings for Thursday with the potential for England and Wales to see flash flooding as the unsettled weather continues.
Burnham calls summit of Welsh, Scottish and Northern Irish first ministers
The announcement comes as Burnham holds his first official visit to Wales since becoming prime minster.
Facebook seller mis-sold me a horse that kicked my daughter in the head
Five women tell the BBC they were mis-sold unsafe and injured horses by a seller on Facebook.
Japanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama dies aged 97
The artist died earlier in August after a life "devoted entirely to artistic creation", her company said.
The Papers: 'Britons lost in Nepal flood' and 'Regal had landed'
The devastating flash flood and mudslides along the Nepal and Tibet border dominates Thursday's papers.
Nepalese authorities say 33 UK nationals missing following floods
Flooding and mud slides hit the Rasuaw region in the morning on Wednesday, killing at least 95 people, Nepali police said.
What we know so far
Hundreds are feared to have died in flooding and landslides on the border of Nepal and Tibet.
Trial date set for alleged 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed
His plea deal to avoid a death-penalty trial was rejected by a federal appeals court last summer.
The Independent
Small plane crashes in water next to remote Alaska coastal town, killing all 4 on board
Officials say a small plane has crashed into shallow waters next to a remote coastal town in Alaska and killed all four people on board
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Trump issues first comment on CIA chief’s mysterious visit to Moscow
Trump says he is hopeful 'something may come out of' CIA chief’s meetings in Russia
Asian stocks are mixed after Wall Street losses following economic updates
Asian stocks are mixed after a retreat on Wall Street following the latest round of updates on U.S. inflation and economic growth
Photos show Yayoi Kusama and artwork featuring her signature polka dots
Renowned contemporary artist Yayoi Kusama has died at age 97 in a Tokyo hospital. Kusama's work was shown in museums around the world. Repetitive motifs in various shapes were her trademark, especially dots that danced on canvases or sparkled as balls or dots of light in her installations.
Badenoch ‘jealous’ of ex-cabinet minister Mordaunt in Commons comeback row
Exclusive: Tory Leader ‘whipped up negativity’ against Penny Mordaunt after her starring role in King’s coronation, says new book.
Ex-England cricket captain Andrew Strauss’ damning verdict on warring Tory MPs: ‘I wouldn’t fancy that dressing room’
Exclusive: Strauss pitied former Conservative PM Rishi Sunak after cricketer’s failed attempt to rally Tory MPs behind him before election defeat, new book reveals
Canada is bolstering its defense industry as US relations fray. A boom is on for local contractors
Canadian military spending is surging, with companies expanding into defense contracting
Time limits and a midnight cutoff: Meta’s new rules for kids go further, but critics say not enough
Kids under 18 will soon see a host of changes to their Instagram and Facebook experiences thanks to a historic $18 billion settlement Meta Platforms reached Wednesday with 48 U.S. states
Britons get the chance to read Jason Arday’s story for themselves as memoir is published in the UK
Britons who saw Professor Jason Arday’s life and death dissected by weeks of headlines covering allegations about his academic qualifications and personal accomplishments can now read his version of the story
One Tech Tip: How to keep your child’s tablets, laptops from becoming distractions from schoolwork
Tablets and computers have become essential for students, but they can also be distracting
