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Premier Danielle Smith wants to hold a referendum in October on measures to limit immigration to Alberta and changes she believes would give the province more rights under the Constitution.

Public drug plans should not cover lecanemab, a drug to slow early-stage Alzheimer's disease, Canada's Drug Agency says in its draft recommendation.

Five NDP leadership candidates have taken the stage in what will be the final debate before members decide who will land the party's top job.

Youth advocates are calling on the federal government to treat online safety as a human-rights issue, saying current systems are "not supporting them."

A U.S. federal judge has thrown out an administrative board's decision endorsing the Trump administration's policy of subjecting thousands of people arrested during its immigration crackdown to mandatory detention.

The U.S. has deployed dozens of military aircraft and other assets to bases in and near the Middle East, with President Donald Trump suggesting Thursday strikes against Iran could begin “within 10 days” if a deal is not reached about its nuclear program.

A large banner featuring Donald Trump's face was hung on the exterior of the U.S. Justice Department headquarters on Thursday in an apparent display of the Republican president's efforts to exert power over the law enforcement agency that once investigated him.

Here's how you can tune into CBC's coverage of the final NDP leadership debate in New Westminster, B.C.

Canadian freestyle skier Cassie Sharpe suffered a bad fall during the women’s freeski halfpipe event on Thursday. Rescue operations took several ‌tense minutes during which the crowd fell quiet but spectators cheered in relief as Sharpe was fit enough to wave her arms while taken away on a sled.

B.C.’s most populous city is now part of a growing trend of crime where perpetrators threaten residents and businesses with violence in exchange for money.

His big break arrived in the mid-2000s, when he was cast as Dr. Mark Sloan, also known as McSteamy, on the ABC medical drama “Grey’s Anatomy.”

In a televised speech to Albertans Thursday night, the premier announced nine questions related to cutting immigration and "strengthen(ing)" the province's position within a "united Canada" that will be put to a vote on Oct 19.

The Milan Cortina hockey final might have been the last stand for a generation of Canadian women who have made the country proud.

But new details on the backroom machinations behind that move reveal contradictions in what has been publicly revealed so far.

The fourth complainant in the Frank Stronach sex assault trial takes the stand.

While the United States celebrated Olympic gold for the third time, the Canadians had a sixth ripped away.

"The nature of cross-examination when we broke for the day yesterday was verging on badgering," Crown tells trial of toddler's babysitter.

The promise to clear internal trade barriers advanced through legislation and agreements signed last year.

The government aims to sell more weapons and military technology abroad as part of a new strategy to boost the domestic war machine.

Our live coverage has everything you need to know about Team Canada and the biggest stories at the Milan Cortina Olympics.

Republican lawmakers largely supported the bill in a 25-11 vote, while Democrats objected

A fact-finding mission says the paramilitary systematically killed and raped members of ethnic groups in the city of El Fasher

The former Prince Andrew has been released after his arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office. The Thames Valley Police force said the former prince was released Thursday evening from a police station near his home in eastern England. He was released under investigation, meaning he has neither been charged nor exonerated.

Former prince, arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office, has been under scrutiny for years over ties with a sex offender

Police had been investigating whether former prince gave Jeffrey Epstein access to government files

He was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office in an inquiry stemming from his relationship with Epstein

Refugees must return to government custody for ‘inspection and examination’ a year after admission into U.S., memo says

Displaced Palestinians sheltering in tents in Gaza's Khan Younis hoped on Thursday for reconstruction in the Palestinian enclave, as the U.S.-led Board of Peace is set to hold its first meeting of leaders in Washington, D.C.

Some U.S. allies remain skeptical of the board, whose remit Trump has expanded to ending conflicts around the world

Israeli attacks raise ‘concerns over ethnic cleansing’ and holding and mistreatment of hostages by Hamas may amount to war crimes

Now in Milan for the 2026 Games, Mathieu Caron says 28 athletes from 10 countries are wearing his designs.

Former U.S. president Barack Obama told a podcast that aliens are 'real, but I haven't seen them,' later clarifying he saw no evidence of their existence as president.

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office, over allegations he sent confidential government documents to Jeffrey Epstein.

U.S. President Donald Trump has said he hopes to reach a deal with Iran, but talks between both countries have been remained deadlocked for years.

Virginia Giuffre's family thanked British police and said their hearts had been 'lifted' by the news of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's arrest.

Allowing the information to be disclosed 'would be injurious to international relations and national security,' the Attorney General of Canada argued.

The mysterious depths of the Antarctic Ocean are home to only a handful of sea creatures.

Peru’s Congress on Tuesday voted to remove interim President José Jerí from office, triggering a fresh wave of political instability weeks before April's presidential election.

The report's authors said transnational repression is 'a widespread phenomenon' and 'a threat that is increasing,' with several countries pursuing it at different degrees.

The investigation surrounds limiting sales of illegal products in the EU, including items that amount to child sexual abuse material such as 'child-like sex dolls.'

The bill may bring the release of hundreds of political prisoners. But many critics say the legislation, passed after major pressure from the Trump administration, raises concerns.

President Trump’s executive order aimed at spurring production of a pesticide has infuriated leaders of Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s MAHA movement.

His breakout role came in 2006 as the handsome Dr. Mark Sloan, nicknamed McSteamy, the head of plastic surgery at a Seattle hospital. He died 10 months after announcing his A.L.S. diagnosis.

The lender’s announcement that investors will no longer be able to ask for a set amount of money back from its funds prompted worries about the private credit industry.

Families and friends of the women, many from the Bay Area, confirmed their identities. The women went on regular trips to the Tahoe region and were experienced skiers, the families said.

Technical and oversight problems left two astronauts aboard the International Space Station for months longer than had been expected.

Since President Trump took office more than a year ago, the Kremlin has dangled possible investments in front of the famously transactional leader. The message is starting to resonate with investors.

The East Potomac Golf Links is a municipal course that has been a fixture in Washington for decades. President Trump is turning it into something else.

Rarely in modern times has the United States prepared to conduct a major act of war with so little explanation or public debate.

The arrest of the former prince could shake public confidence in the monarchy.

Bill Gates has become a point of controversy at a major Indian AI festival this week, amid the fallout of the latest Epstein file release.

Shares of Japan's Sumitomo Pharma fell over 12% on the back of profit-taking after a specialist panel endorsed its iPS cell-based therapy for Parkinson's disease.

The 1.5% figure ended a run of 45 straight months that the inflation rate has been above the Bank of Japan's 2% target.

The investment is separate from the $100 billion infrastructure agreement that OpenAI and Nvidia announced in September.

Investors will look at Japan inflation data, as well as oil prices.

Meanwhile, Blue Owl Capital tightened investor liquidity after selling $1.4 billion in loan assets, raising alarms about stability in the private credit market.

Olympic gold and silver medals at the 2026 Milan Winter Games in Italy are the most valuable of any games as precious metals are trading at near record highs.

Private credit specialist Blue Owl said it will restrict quarterly liquidity for investors in its retail-focused debt fund.

President Donald Trump on Wednesday invoked the Defense Production Act to spur the domestic production of glyphosate and elemental phosphorus.

The U.S. has launched a major military buildup in the Middle East is it threatens Iran with potential military strikes.

Azerbaijan’s Ilham Aliyev is in town for a meeting of Trump’s Board of Peace. Police said an incident that “involved Azerbaijan security guards” had been referred to the State Department.

Lawyers say Trump is sending migrants to Cameroon who originated elsewhere. AP freelancers, among others, were detained while reporting on the deportees.

President Donald Trump’s sparsely attended Board of Peace meeting set a mission to stabilize Gaza, but plans beyond that remain murky.

Although the United States and ally Israel have a military advantage over Iranian forces, there are ways for Tehran to make any attack painful, officials said.

A number of prominent figures have stepped down or are facing investigations after their communications with Jeffrey Epstein and his former longtime companion, Ghislaine Maxwell, were released last month.

Unlike King Charles I, who was arrested in 1647, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor will not be executed. But his legal woes and ties to Jeffrey Epstein threaten to damage the royal family.

King Charles III said in a statement that “the law must take its course,” promising the royal family’s full support and cooperation.

While the court denied prosecutors’ request for the death penalty, the life sentence imposed on Yoon Suk Yeol is a pivotal moment for South Korea’s democracy.

Despite Trump’s opposition to annexation, Israel has moved to expand control over the West Bank — to the condemnation of Britain and others at a U.N. Security Council meeting.

President Donald Trump will gather officials from dozens of countries in Washington to hear a status report on his peace plan for Gaza, though serious stumbling blocks remain.

The actor, known for his roles in Grey's Anatomy and Euphoria, was diagnosed last year with ALS.

Following Andrew's arrest, the King said the authorities have 'our full and wholehearted support and cooperation'.

The initial investigation was closed in 2019 but prosecutors say that new revelations "warrant further examination".

Trump says he will seek release of files on extraterrestrials, "based on the tremendous interest shown".

The woman died of hypothermia during a climbing trip on the Grossglockner mountain in January 2025.

The entertainment giant's revenue surged last year as 159 million fans attended its concerts.

His associate said the music industry was "related to P", a way Epstein apparently often referred to women.

The household cat could hold the key to understanding certain types of cancer, such as breast cancer.

There's a major change in the UK's weather pattern heading our way with a big lift in temperatures in time for the weekend. But with the change comes more rain as Darren Bett explains.

The armed group is electing a new head after its top leaders were killed by Israel.

President Trump has given Iran 10 to 15 days to reach a deal before the US takes action

President says military discussed issues seriously but ‘sensitive political matters’ not addressed properly

Eric Dane, the actor known for “Grey’s Anatomy” and “Euphoria,” has died at 53 after living with ALS

The White House has announced a trade agreement with Indonesia

President Donald Trump says he’s directing the Pentagon and other government agencies to identify and release files related to extraterrestrials and UFOs because of “tremendous interest.”

The Trump administration is appealing the decision restoring the exhibit about history of slavery

Trump visited Rome, Georgia, to try and convince voters that his tariffs are saving, not hurting, the U.S. economy

The average viewer numbers for the Super Bowl increased to 125.6 million after Nielsen released its final viewer figures on Thursday for the Feb. 8 game

Authorities in Idaho are searching for a suspect who they said stole an ambulance outside a hospital, poured an accelerant over it and drove it into a nearby building housing U.S. Department of Homeland Security offices

Rebecca Auborn, 35, received four consecutive life sentences after intentionally overdosing the men, believed to be customers