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CBC.ca

Typhoon Dolphin hits China's east coast, over 1 million evacuated

Typhoon Dolphin, the most powerful tropical cyclone to hit China this year, made landfall on the ‌country's eastern coast on Sunday, bringing torrential rain and strong winds and triggering warnings of flooding and landslides.

10 years later, Colten Boushie's family says stereotypes, mistruths still surround his death

10 years after Colten Boushie was shot and killed on a rural Saskatchewan farm, his family says there are few opportunities for healing. With every new article and social media post come hateful comments, often presented by people who are ignorant of the facts surrounding his death.

'You have to go through the fire': How setbacks powered Halifax coach's path to NFL

Micah Brown is spending the summer in Tampa as part of an NFL coaching fellowship with the Buccaneers. For Brown, it's the latest chapter in a journey that has seen him overcome adversity, including a period of homelessness after a CFL opportunity fell through.

What lives in the rivers near you? Why scientists want you to know

Scientists are uncovering the creatures that live in our rivers with techniques like electrofishing and DNA sampling. Here's what they're finding, from mottled sculpins to mayfly nymphs, and why they say we need to know our underwater neighbours.

Adult summer camps offer grown-ups a chance to get away from it all

Interest in summer camps for grown-ups is on the rise. More and more adults are seeking them out because they're nostalgic for the fun-filled summer days of childhood. Campers say they're eager to disconnect from their responsibilities and meet other people.

Trump's latest push to reshape U.S. history? Signs at the Smithsonian

The Smithsonian's National Museum of American History is at the centre of an effort by the Trump administration that observers say is part of a broader attempt to reshape the stories of the United States as told by the country's cultural institutions.

'Ringleader' in Manitoba high school hockey hazing complaint loses suspension appeal

A Manitoba high school hockey player implicated in a series of sexualized hazing acts against rookie teammates has lost an appeal of his lengthy suspension from Hockey Canada activities.

Flight to Toronto cancelled over child standing on seat: Porter Airlines

A flight bound for Toronto was cancelled Thursday evening after a young child refused to secure their seatbelt, according to Porter Airlines.

12-year-old girl dies from critical wounds following Thailand shooting

Another victim has died following a mass shooting in Thailand, northwest of Bangkok. The death toll is now at least eight.

Emergency alert ended as shooting suspect arrested in Halifax Regional Municipality

RCMP say an emergency alert covering the Halifax Regional Municipality has ended now that the suspect is in custody. The suspect is believed to have been involved in a shooting earlier Saturday in South Farmington, N.S., say RCMP.
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Toronto Star

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Globe and Mail

Poilievre asks Carney in letter to not concede to Trump’s demands in trade talks

A new round of 50 per cent U.S. tariffs on a range of Canadian goods is set to take effect in about 10 days

Israel rejects Trump’s 15-point Gaza peace plan, Netanyahu says

Trump announced last month that there had been a breakthrough in his plan to end the war

Democrats plan Trump investigations instead of impeachment if they win House, sources say

Probes likely to target companies, donors and contractors around Trump administration

Spain imposes border checks on Italian travellers in retaliation over Ceuta migrants row

EU member states are allowed to temporarily reintroduce controls at so-called internal borders in case of a serious threat, though they should be a last resort and time-limited

Senate confirms Todd Blanche as attorney general in close vote

The Republican-led Senate voted 50-49 to make Blanche the second confirmed attorney general since Trump returned to the White House last year

Four killed after Russian attacks in Kyiv and surrounding region as Zelensky visits Serbia

Moscow launched 151 drones and six ballistic missiles overnight, says Ukraine’s air force

Iran, Oman Strait of Hormuz deal is close while Tehran issues U.S. new demands

The U.S. must never threaten Iran again and must permanently end the war with Iran and its armed allies in the region, the statement said

Typhoon Dolphin leaves thousands without power in Japan, heads towards China

Nearly 39,000 buildings were without power in Kagoshima while just over 12,000 were affected in Okinawa

Crews on hundreds of ships in the Persian Gulf stuck at sea, many in dire conditions

Unable to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, many have gone without pay for months, and some are running out of food and medicine

China’s unemployed are flocking to Communist Party service centres

For those looking for a job, the public spaces offer free internet, cheap food and work desks
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Global News

Car-bomb attack targets southwest Colombia a day after conservative president takes office

A car bomb exploded in southwestern Colombia on Saturday, injuring two people, a day after newly sworn-in President Abelardo de la Espriella vowed to crack down on armed groups.

Spain imposes border checks on Italian travelers in tit-for-tat move over Ceuta migrants row

Spain imposed border checks on Italian travellers after Rome refused to lift restrictions on Spaniards, escalating a dispute over migration to Ceuta.

Canada’s avocado supply not impacted by U.S. pause on Mexico inspections

The U.S. government this week halted inspection activities in Michoacan, Mexico's top avocado-producing state, where organized crime groups have extorted growers and exporters.

Abbot’s kneecap returned 70 years after it was taken from 13th century grave

George Box, who died last year, was 11 when he swiped the bone fragment while on a school trip to Glastonbury Abbey in the summer of 1956.

U.S. Senate passes bill that would impose punishing new sanctions on Russia

The bipartisan legislation, championed by the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, would penalize countries that continue to buy Russian oil, gas and other exports that fund the Ukraine war.

At least 7 dead in student gunman shooting in Thailand, officials say

Five school staff members, including teachers and administrators, died in the shooting around 10 a.m. at Debsirin Nonthaburi School in Nonthaburi province northwest of Bangkok.

Trump orders ‘birth tourism’ ban in new bid to limit birthright citizenship

The orders come after an earlier effort by Trump to overturn birthright citizenship was rejected by the U.S. Supreme Court, which ruled it's protected by the U.S. Constitution.

Canada must ‘be vigilant’ of foreign actors targeting technology: minister

Defence Minister David McGuinty says Canada must 'be vigilant' of foreign actors targeting the country's technology, pointing to artificial intelligence and intellectual property.

Europe’s new AI transparency rules are in effect. Should Canada copy them?

As of Sunday, AI systems in Europe must explicitly notify users when they're dealing with AI instead of a human, while AI-generated content like deepfakes must be labelled.

Rapid endometriosis tests now available in the U.K. What about Canada?

The tests will help rapidly reduce the time it takes for women to be told whether they have the condition, according to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence.
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New York Times

Trump Crypto Took $100 Million From a Businessman With Red Flags

The curious case of Guren “Bobby” Zhou shows the ease with which investors with shady backgrounds and unknown motivations can funnel money to the president.

Israel Rejects Trump’s 15-Point Plan to Disarm Hamas

President Trump’s Board of Peace announced an agreement last month that aimed at Hamas giving up its weapons alongside an Israeli withdrawal from Gaza.

The Lonely Crew at the Kennedy Center Will Miss Its…Mice

Employees say the performing arts center’s quirky-looking mice have an exotic back story. Do they?

The Pope’s Favorite Team

Are the Chicago White Sox blessed?

Blue and Red America Have Become the Bitter Couple That Can’t Quite Face Divorce

It can’t go on like this forever.

In Michigan, a Former Trump Critic Shifts Toward Election Skepticism

Mike Rogers, the Republican Senate nominee, has suggested that further scrutiny of the 2020 election was warranted and that voting irregularities sunk his first Senate bid two years ago.

Anthony Scaramucci, Podcast Star, Explains U.S. Politics to the World

He spent 11 days in the Trump White House nine years ago. Now he has a hit podcast, helping the British public, among others, understand what’s going on.

The ‘Furthur’ Bus’s Long, Strange Trip, and Why It’s Returning to San Francisco

The psychedelic bus whose passengers hit the road and fueled ’60s counterculture is coming back out. And to its owners, America sure could use it.

Poll: Voters See Political Parties as More Extreme Than Their Own Candidates

In a New York Times/Siena poll of battleground states, national parties were seen as too far to the right or the left, while nominees were viewed as more moderate.

A Democratic Socialist Spreads the Word, Even in Hostile Territory

Gustavo Gordillo, a leader of the New York D.S.A., wants to reach new voters. But in interviews with conservative media, the backlash can be sharp.

CNBC

Myspace eyes comeback as an 'antidote' to social media fatigue — but it may be a long shot

"Excitement about Myspace's relaunch reflects nostalgia for a more analog time, when algorithms were less dominant in our lives," an analyst told CNBC.

Abel puts a big chunk of Berkshire's cash to work

In his second quarter as the new CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, Greg Abel did some serious spending, including $4.5 billion on buybacks.

Saudi Aramco extinguishes fire at refinery as Houthis claim responsibility

Iran's foreign minister reportedly said his country is not engaging in talks with the U.S., but added: "Messages are being exchanged through intermediaries."

Inside the startup drone maker powering Ukraine's deep-strike campaign

Fire Point CEO Iryna Terekh says Ukraine has "learned the hard way" that military leverage is integral to to bringing diplomacy within reach.

Next big push in ETF industry? Why these risk assets are gaining traction as interest rate uncertainty persists

Collateralized loan obligations may become the next big push in the exchange-traded fund industry.

Berkshire earnings rose last quarter and CEO Greg Abel is starting to deploy Buffett's massive cash hoard

Strength across its energy, railroad and manufacturing businesses more than offset weaker insurance results.

How cleaning up space debris could grow to become a big business

As Earth’s orbit gets more crowded, companies are betting that cleaning up space junk could become a lucrative new business.

Hugging Face hack marks start of dangerous AI cyber era and many firms 'don't even know it'

The Black Hat cybersecurity conference in Las Vegas couldn't have come at a better time, with AI agent hacks stacking up from Anthropic, Meta and OpenAI.

Shares of this digital medical platform jumped more than 100% overnight. Here’s why

The company is seeing huge profitability potential and a larger addressable market as a result of AI search.

Rockstar Energy founder builds Celsius stake, wants to take over as CEO

Rockstar Energy founder Russ Savage told CNBC he now controls 12 million shares of Celsius Holdings, amounting to roughly 4.7% of the energy drink company.

Washington Post

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BBC

Suspected crime boss Daniel Kinahan returning to Ireland in high-security operation

The Irish Prison Service bought a bulletproof and bombproof van to transport the 49-year-old to court after his extradition from Dubai.

Ancient Roman shipwreck discovered off Sicily coast

Italy's culture minister says it is one of the most important underwater archaeological finds in years.

Israel rejects Trump's 15-point plan for Gaza, Netanyahu says

Israel's PM says its military will not pull-out from Gaza until Hamas is "genuinely" disarmed.

Carrington makes 'white privilege' post after ejection

Chicago Sky guard DiJonai Carrington is ejected from her side's defeat by Indiana Fever for committing a hard foul, before taking to social media to post "white privilege".

Unmasking London City's Spanish superstar

Alexia Putellas' arrival at London City Lionesses was the biggest transfer in WSL history - but who is the person behind the global stardom?

What are your favourite new kits for the coming season?

BBC Sport has rounded up some of the best new kits released by clubs around the world over the summer - vote for your top 10

Family 'devastated' as hit-and-run driver who killed boy, 13, to have early prison release

Harley Whiteman's sentence has been reduced as part of the UK government's early release scheme.

Stray cats showing up at raves, gigs and pubs now have own merchandise

Fargo and Murphy are pulling in punters and even have their own range of merchandise.

Perez Hilton faces long recovery after reports he self-harmed during livestream

The US blogger is in a "serious but stable" condition in hospital, according to his family.

More areas of UK likely to move into drought as fifth heatwave builds

With no significant rain forecast in the coming week, more areas of England could move into drought status, as Simon King explains.

The Independent

Israel rejects Trump’s Gaza peace plan and won’t withdraw until Hamas disarms

Mr Trump claimed there had been a breakthrough in his plan to end the war which both Israel and Hamas agreed

Trump’s ‘roadmap’ for peace in Gaza in full as Netanyahu rejects plan

Israel and Hamas continue to insist the other must make the first move towards disarmament and withdrawal

Irish ‘gangland crime boss’ Daniel Kinahan extradited from Dubai: ‘I’m looking forward to getting back home’

Snipers on roofs, bomb-proof vans and signal jammers in prison ceilings are said to be deployed to bring Kinahan to trial

Award-winning architect’s one-of-a-kind ‘Lumiere’ home hits the market: ‘He fell in love’

See the ‘soaring’ interior: An offer for the ‘one-of-a-kind’ home, listed for $899,000, was accepted within a month on the market

Where have all the mosquitoes gone? Parts of the US are seeing a huge drop — and that has experts worried

Mosquito levels are down 50 percent across Western and Midwest states - but the West Nile virus caseload has hit a 22-year high

Iran-US war latest: Trump’s military chiefs ‘push to speed up weapons production’ amid Hormuz deal deadlock

UAE accused Tehran of ‘acts of piracy’ after an Iranian missile attack on its carrier through Strait of Hormuz

Joe Biden’s cancer is spreading and he’s in ‘debilitating’ pain, son Hunter reveals

The former president was diagnosed with an ‘aggressive’ form of prostate cancer last May

UK economy set for another quarter of growth as ‘big picture’ shows resilience

Some economists think GDP will have increased 0.4% for the second quarter, between April and June.

Burnham ‘handed post-Brexit plan that could see Britain rejoin EU single market’

The proposal would reportedly see Britain promise to extend the protection of Britain’s Armed Forces and nuclear deterrent across Europe, in exchange for access to the EU’s free-trade zone