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CBC.ca

Tensions run high in Northern Ireland after contentious march given go-ahead
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham called for calm in Northern Ireland on Sunday after a contentious parade was given the go-ahead by the High Court in Belfast in a late-night sitting.

OpenAI pauses training of latest models after AI agents probed U.S. government sites in unexpected ways
OpenAI said it has paused training of its latest artificial intelligence models as reports of AI agents going rogue mount.

Record-breaking owl migration in northern B.C. leaves bird banders scrambling
A boom in mice and voles may have helped produce an unusually large wave of young saw-whet owls near Mackenzie, north of Prince George.

Canada's Leylah Fernandez wins Singapore Open for 1st title of season
Canada's Leylah Fernandez captured her first title of the season with a 7-5, 6-0 win over Australia's Talia Gibson in the women's singles final at the Singapore Tennis Open on Sunday.

David goal stands up as Canada beats Chile 1-0 in men's soccer friendly in Toronto
The Canadian men's soccer team kicked off a new four-year cycle in style Saturday night with a 1-0 win over Chile in a chippy international friendly at BMO Field in Toronto.

Albertans divided on immigration, while half still undecided on 9 non-separation questions: poll
Albertans are divided over immigration but attitudes are “softening,” while nearly half still don’t know which way they’ll vote on the nine non-separation questions in the Oct. 19 referendum, a new poll commissioned by CBC News suggests.

‘Speed kills’ vs. ‘just do it:’ Survey illustrates Albertans’ hopes, fears over highway speed
Two thirds of Albertans who filled out a survey on highway speed limits last year said they supported increasing the speed limit on rural divided highways to 120 km/h, but the results show older drivers were less likely than younger ones to support the idea.

South African police probe mining feud, business rivalry after shootings kill 27
South African police on Sunday were hunting the perpetrators of two separate shootings that killed 27 people within hours of each other, highlighting the country's gun violence problem.

U.K. police arrest 5 near airbase used by U.S. on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act
British police arrested five men near an airbase used by the U.S. on suspicion of explosive and terrorism offenses on Sunday after a tip-off that three vans had been heading to the military airfield, which has been used to strike Iran.

Could a single Maritime power grid make electricity more reliable?
When Canada's premiers met in Prince Edward Island back in July, leaders from the Maritime provinces had power on their minds — just not the political kind.
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Toronto Star
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Globe and Mail
Pope says assisted dying is 'false compassion'
Pope Leo XIV doubled down on Catholic teaching about life during a visit on Sunday to Lourdes, the French Catholic shrine associated with miraculous cures of the sick. Speaking to a crowd of 150,000, he emphasized all human life should be protected.
U.K. police arrest five near U.S. air base
U.K. police said Sunday that five men arrested in the middle of the night near an air base used by the United States during its war against Iran are being held on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act.

Two mass shootings in South Africa leave at least 27 dead
Recent shooting incidents have shocked a country used to some of the highest homicide rates in the world
Kyiv under constant bombardment from Russian drones as winter approaches
A new, more dangerous kind of Russian drone has rendered the city’s air defences less effective

Assisted dying is ‘false compassion’, Pope says at French shrine of Lourdes
Pope Leo XIV’s visit to the once staunchly Catholic and officially secular France has been marked by huge crowds

Powerful nor’easter disrupts flights, leaves over 130,000 without power in U.S.
Slow-moving storm expected to linger with heavy rain, strong winds and dangerous surf from New Jersey to New England

Swiss voters reject hardening neutrality rules that would limit NATO co-operation
More than two-thirds voted against a proposal for a strictly defined version of neutrality to be written into the Swiss constitution

Five arrested in U.K. on suspicion of preparing terrorist act near air base used by U.S. military
Trump praises those involved with arrests, says suspects were ‘under view for a long time’

Strikes across Ukraine kill at least six as Russia rejects Germany’s call for de-escalation
Ties between Russia and Germany soured following an attempted drone attack last month at Leipzig airport that Berlin blamed on the Kremlin
Iran insists only diplomacy can solve conflict after Trump rejects peace proposal
Trump says he expects U.S. negotiators to engage in more talks this week
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Global News

Pope Francis says medically-assisted dying is ‘false compassion’
The issue roiled French politics for years before resulting recently in legislation allowing adults with incurable illnesses to receive lethal medication.

U.K. police arrest 5 men near air base, suspected of preparing terror act
Police said Sunday that the men were detained on suspicion of offenses under the Explosives Act, and that army bomb-disposal experts were examining several vehicles.

Quebec man trafficked woman while behind bars in Manitoba through phone calls
A man was found guilty of human trafficking, benefiting from proceeds of trafficking, pimping, disobeying a court order, and obstruction of justice, a judge says.

Trump rejects Iran’s proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz
U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday rejected Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within a week if the U.S. meets certain conditions.

OpenAI says its models engaged with US government websites in new model misbehavior disclosure
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — OpenAI disclosed Friday that its artificial intelligence agents had interacted with several U.S. government websites in unexpected ways.

At least 2 injured, 5 missing after explosion in Greece collapses building
The explosion caused a two-storey building to collapse and the two people injured were rescued from an adjacent building, authorities said.

Miss Jamaica files lawsuit against Miss Universe Organization over stage fall
In a video of the incident that took place during the Miss Universe 2025 competition, Gabrielle Henry appears to step off the edge of the runway and face plants.

Congo running short of health workers as Ebola outbreak spreads, WHO says
The Ebola outbreak has spread to seven provinces, with 7,773 confirmed cases and 3,759 deaths, according to the latest government figures.

OpenAI’s agent hacked an Australian government website. What we know so far
The hack relates to the website for Medicare, Australia’s publicly funded universal health insurance plan, which was hacked in June.

6-year-old girl from China breaks women’s Rubik’s Cube speed record
Lian Yunzhi, age six, broke the record earlier this month with an average time of 4.52 seconds at a World Cube Association-certified competition in the Chinese city of Wuhan.
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New York Times

The Surprising Reasons China Is Skeptical of A.I. Safety Calls
In China, A.I. doomsday warnings can feel distinctly Western or like a ploy to stop Chinese A.I. companies from trying to overtake their U.S. rivals.

‘She’s One of Us’: Mary Peltola’s Bumpy Rise to Political Power
Ms. Peltola, the Democratic Senate candidate in Alaska, has complicated politics: She is pro-gun, pro-oil and pro-gas — but also pro-environment and especially pro-fish.

5 Men Arrested on Suspicion of Terrorism Offenses Near RAF Fairford, Air Base Used by U.S.
British counterterrorism police said the men were arrested after three suspicious vehicles appeared to be traveling toward R.A.F. Fairford early on Sunday.

Trump’s War With Iran Drags Down Republicans in Midterm Elections
As their midterm picture darkens, and gas and diesel prices soar, some Republicans who backed the war for months are now changing their tune.

The Daredevil Aviator on Page 1
In 1910, there was no greater journalistic mission than following a plane with a train.

The Mean Girls Presidency
Our government is being run by a clique of middle-aged guys.

After the Drug Laws
We look at what happened when New York changed its policies on marijuana.

As A.I. Accelerates, Governments Are Increasingly Being Left Behind
The gap between technology and policymaking has gotten wider than ever with artificial intelligence, leaving a global policy vacuum as A.I. models rapidly advance.

White House Claim of Finding $250 Billion in Fraud Uses Questionable Numbers
The ledger used by a task force created by President Trump is difficult to verify and includes cases that were identified and went to trial during the Biden administration.

Kyle MacLachlan: David Lynch’s Singular Weirdo Is Secretly a Normie
The actor still hasn’t come to grips with the loss of David Lynch. He talks about that, his hesitation about taking a role in “Sex and the City” and his new memoir.
CNBC

Iran's foreign minister says Tehran ready for 'doomsday' war with U.S., but leaves diplomacy on the table
Iran's foreign minister says talks are the only way to break the deadlock, while its navy says it's analyzing data from a captured U.S. underwater drone.

Debt-hungry AI companies face increased risk as bond yields spike
The AI infrastructure buildout shows no sign of slowing, but the surge in Treasury yields means it's at least going to cost more.

Airlines waive change fees ahead of nor'easter as flight disruptions trickle in
Flight disruptions were rising in Boston over the weekend.

Wall Street money takes back over from small investors as driving force of the stock market
One firm sees a "reasonably constructive signal for risk appetite" among institutional investors.

'Funflation' is on the rise as hobbies get pricier, but consumers keep spending anyway
Consumers are spending more on hobbies like arts and crafts and outdoor sports, as it gets more expensive to travel due to increased airfare.

Boeing flags 737 Max software glitch affecting some automated approach functions
Boeing identified a software issue on some 737 Max aircraft that can affect automated vertical navigation functions after a missed approach.

Trump says he approved new fuel economy standards, rolling back Biden-era rules
The new fuel economy standards will reverse the Biden administration's stricter policies meant to spur electric vehicle adoption.

Here's exactly what Paramount promised Hollywood to land WBD — and why some are still skeptical
Paramount CEO David Ellison's antitrust settlement eased some theatrical concerns, but questions remain about what happens when the five-year agreement ends.

OpenAI expands review of model behavior after more rogue agent incidents emerge
OpenAI is conducting an extensive review of misaligned model activity after disclosures involving an Australian government portal and other websites.

Apple faces $5.7 billion patent infringement verdict over iPhone and Apple Watch haptics
A federal jury awarded Taction Technology more than $5.7 billion after finding Apple infringed claims from two haptics patents. Apple plans to appeal.
Washington Post

Ukrainian boarding schools train teens to replace fallen fathers in war
The Washington Post was granted rare access to one of five boarding schools the government has opened. They are part grief counseling and part boot camp.

Rise in young Catholic converts points to spiritual longing in U.S. and Europe
As Pope Leo XIV visits France, the number of converts is growing in secular Western countries, and some in Gen Z are rediscovering the faith of their grandparents.

At sacred Lourdes, Pope Leo confronts a new reminder of the church’s sins
Mosaics by Marko Rupnik, a Slovenian priest-artist, were covered up after at least 20 women accused him of sexual and psychological abuse. He is now on trial.

He pushed MAGA in Latin America. Then came an affair, and an attack.
Fernando Cerimedo, who steered right-wing campaigns across Latin America, is accused of directing two hit men to kill his pregnant paramour.

Pentagon quietly adds dozens to tally of troops wounded amid Iran war
With the addition of 29 U.S. sailors and eight Marines, the total number of personnel wounded since the start of hostilities has risen to 861, a Pentagon database shows.

Saudis have not ruled out developing nuclear weapons, U.S. intelligence assesses
The sobering outlook has compounded concerns from some U.S. lawmakers about President Donald Trump’s agreement to assist the kingdom with establishing a civilian nuclear program.
BBC

England win series as Banton delivers on potential
Tom Banton delivers on all of his potential by crashing a brilliant first international century as England wrapped up their summer with an ODI series win over Sri Lanka.

Thousands without water and roads closed after burst pipe
Southern Water says it is investigating the burst pipe which happened on Sunday morning.

Ten climbers missing after avalanche hits Himalayan base camp
The Nepali team was preparing to take overseas climbers up the Himlung Himal peak.

What we know about RAF base counter-terror investigation
Five men have been arrested as counter-terror police lead an investigation into a major incident near the airbase.

Switzerland rejects stricter interpretation of its neutrality
The initiative would have prevented the nation from imposing sanctions unless approved by the UN.

Venezuela releases dozens of political prisoners as election calls grow
A slew of dissidents being released from long-term detention comes days after the nation's interim leader met the US president.

Watch: At the scene of counter-terrorism operation near RAF Fairford
Five men have been arrested as counter-terrorism police lead investigation into major incident near RAF Fairford.

Social care reform could mean big risks and big rewards for Burnham
The state of the social care system in England is a topic that's made Andy Burnham angry for decades - but will his plans for reform work?

Police get more time to quiz suspects in alleged plot against Jewish community
Two men - both in the 30s - were arrested under the 2000 Terrorism Act in Manchester on 20 September.

Why Premier League faces uncertainty and chaos after Man City ruling
It has taken more than two years, but a judgement finally appears to have been made on the 115 charges levelled against Manchester City. Here's what it means.
The Independent

New shock energy price data risks Burnham ambitions to fix social care
The prime minister said he would ‘grasp the nettle’ of social care reform in England and put his plans to voters at the next election but stunning new energy prices seen by The Independent risks wrecking his hopes
Multiple arrests as hundreds of pro-Palestine Action demonstrators gather outside Labour conference
The protest coincided with the start of the Labour Party conference in Liverpool

CEO fired over viral photo of family in ‘Lake America’ sweatshirts
President Donald Trump renamed Lake Ontario to Lake America in a controversial move last month

RAF Fairford: All we know about alleged terror plot as five men arrested near airbase
Major incident declared over suspected plot against RAF Fairford, a Gloucestershire airbase used by the United States Air Force
Trump rallies USA fans in bid to inspire comeback victory at Presidents Cup
The US President made his fourth appearance at a golf tournament this year in a bid to inspire the hosts, down 10.5-7.5, with the International Team eyeing a rare victory in the competition

Burnham warned he cannot wait until next election to start process of rejoining the EU
Stella Creasy, chair of the influential Labour Movement for Europe, has said Mr Burnham only has six months to start taking action ahead of a pro-EU rally at the Labour Party conference
Trump says terror plot suspects ‘looking to do big damage’ after arrests near RAF base used by US
Five men were arrested near US airbase in the UK Sunday on suspicion of explosive and terrorism offences

RAF Fairford: Terror police ‘investigate Iran link’ to suspected bomb plot near airbase
Bomb disposal experts are examining a number of vehicles after a major incident was declared near the military airbase, which is also used by the US Air Force
Sea level rise is reshaping a beloved California beach town and threatening a busy rail line
After years of erosion, California is bracing for flooding and landslides ahead of this year’s expected super El Niño

German town sparks outrage as far-right and conservatives rally against Holocaust memorial plaques
A city council in eastern Germany has halted the installation of memorial plaques honoring Holocaust victims, sparking outrage























