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CBC.ca

Edmonton teens charged with using AI to create sexually exploitative images of classmates

A pair of 14-year-old boys in Edmonton have been charged for allegedly using artificial intelligence to create child exploitation images of their classmates.

Canada's population is dropping, but economists say that could be OK

Canada's population dipped by about 55,000 people in the first three months of this year, according to new numbers from Statistics Canada, which estimates the population as of April 1 was 41,417,056.

Luigi Mangione seeks 'extreme emotional disturbance' defence in CEO killing case

Luigi Mangione, the man accused of gunning down a health insurance executive in Manhattan, plans to argue at trial that he was in a state of "extreme emotional disturbance" when he allegedly committed the crime, a judge revealed at a court hearing Wednesday.

N.L. health-care workers got an email promising a day off — but it was only a cybersecurity test

Employees of Newfoundland and Labrador’s health authority recently received an email titled June Holiday thanking them for their hard work in recent months — only to find out it was all just a cybersecurity test. Now, the NLHS Digital Health Service CEO is apologizing, saying the email was "not sensitive."

Lawsuit against Costco's popular rotisserie chicken 'fatally flawed,' company's lawyers say

A proposed class-action lawsuit that says Costco "systematically cheated" customers by advertising its hugely popular Kirkland Signature seasoned rotisserie chicken as containing no preservatives is "fatally flawed" and should be thrown out, lawyers for the company say.

Maple Leafs hire Jim Hiller as head coach

The Maple Leafs have hired Jim Hiller as the 41st head coach in franchise history. The 57-year-old returns to Toronto after spending four seasons as an assistant coach with the club from 2015-19.

Iran-U.S. agreement leaks reveal plans to reopen Strait of Hormuz, 60-day window for nuclear talks

Iran will immediately take steps to reopen the Strait of Hormuz once a tentative deal with the U.S. to end the war is signed and will be allowed to sell its oil without restrictions, according to leaked copies of an interim agreement that officials say broadly matches the document.

1 killed when small plane crashes on Texas highway. People leave vehicles to help

A business jet with six people on board crashed on a highway in Laredo, Texas, and caught fire Tuesday night, authorities said, killing one person and causing chaos as people left their vehicles to frantically try to smash the cockpit window and free those inside.

Police in Quebec municipalities issued thousands of fines for insulting officers

Quebec City police have largely driven the numbers, issuing 11,092 fines in six years. Now Montreal is mulling a bylaw of its own regulating interactions between police and citizens, but advocates say it could exacerbate tensions and police misconduct.
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Toronto Star

12-year-old charged with attempted murder of police officer is out of surgery: SIU

The 12-year-old boy, who faces an attempted murder charge, has been transferred to a youth centre, a spokesperson for the Special Investigations Unit (SIU) said.

World Cup 2026 live: Viewing party cancelled due to fireworks; Where fans will meet to march to Ghana-Panama game in Toronto

Ghana plays Panama at Toronto Stadium at 7 p.m. ET. It’s the second of six World Cup matches to be held in Toronto.

Toronto lawyer who filed AI-generated 'gibberish' ordered to pay record costs award — 'Artificial intelligence can’t think like a lawyer'

"Not a single proposition of law in any of the (Mazaheri's) materials was supported by a reliable authority."

Two teens charged after Lamborghini and cash stolen during violent Vaughan home invasion

"The suspects demanded cash, jewelry and the keys to the victim's Lamborghini," York Regional Police said in a news release.

Maple Leafs name Jim Hiller as head coach to replace Craig Berube

Hiller was head coach of the Kings last season and an assistant coach with Toronto from 2015-16 to 2018-19.

Navdeep Bains plans to run for the Liberals regardless of whether he wins the leadership

Bains said he would be a Grit candidate whenever Premier Doug Ford calls the next election expected in 2029 or 2030.

Iran will reopen the Strait of Hormuz and can sell oil freely under deal with the US, officials say

The accord, due to be signed on Friday, also envisions Iran receiving at least $300 billion to rebuild after the war — if a final agreement addressing the country's nuclear program is reached.

The new global scourge to crack the G7 agenda: cancer

The idea to add to the agenda a disease that is responsible for 10 million deaths annually is a first for the summit, which most often sticks to politics and economics.

Luxury homebuyers are flocking to this Alberta city, as Toronto sales drop 17 per cent

Mid-sized luxury markets saw boosts in sales due to in-migration and better pricing for more space, according to Remax Canada.

These singing, dancing lawyers are part of a unique Toronto theatre tradition

The group of professional lawyers starred in a production of “Grease” to raise funds for Toronto’s Nightwood Theatre.
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Globe and Mail

Luigi Mangione to use ‘extreme emotional disturbance’ as defence in state murder trial

Such a defence could mean less prison time if he’s convicted for gunning down UnitedHealthcare CEO

Carney spoke with Trump at G7 despite no meeting

Prime Minister Mark Carney says he's had several informal discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump during the G7 summit in France, despite not having an official bilateral meeting. Carney says they spoke about the economy, artificial intelligence, Ukraine and the U.S.-Iran peace deal.

Surprisingly smooth G7 appears to have boosted ties between U.S. and allies

Leaders at the Group of Seven summit on Wednesday threw their support behind U.S. President Donald Trump's tentative agreement with Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz and further extend a shaky ceasefire – even though he's offered scant specificity about how that would be implemented.

Norwegian, Iraqi soccer fans optimistic after World Cup soccer match

Norwegian and Iraqi soccer fans say they are optimistic over their teams after their first match in the FIFA World Cup. Norway won 4-1 over Iraq in Group I. Fans of both teams say they saw signs of hope in the tournament.

Argentina fans rejoice as Messi delivers hat-trick victory

Lionel Messi's hat-trick gave those lucky enough to witness it in Kansas City a night they will never forget. Back in Buenos Aires, fans jumped for joy as they celebrated Argentina's 3-0 win over Algeria on Tuesday.

Carney to leave G7 summit without formal meeting with Trump, but says it’s not a snub

Canadian leaders typically get a bilateral meeting with American presidents at summits of the world’s leading industrialized democracies

Iran to reopen Strait of Hormuz and sell oil freely under deal with U.S., document leaks show

It lays out that U.S. would secure at least US$300-billion to rebuild Iran, work to end sanctions if final agreement addressing its nuclear program is reached

Georgia Republicans go with Trump’s pick for U.S. Senate, but reject his choice for governor

Rep. Mike Collins advanced to face Sen. Jon Ossoff in the Senate race, while Rick Jackson outpaced Lt. Gov. Burt Jones for governor

Trump receives G7 leaders’ support for Iran deal but faces skepticism at home

Leaders also stressed their support for Ukraine as it battles Russia’s invasion and agreed to increase deliveries of air defence systems

U.S.-Iran ceasefire agreement to be public soon

Details began to emerge on Tuesday of the U.S. and Iran's interim agreement to end the war in the Middle East, with U.S. President Donald Trump saying it will rule out a nuclear weapon for Tehran.
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Global News

Titan submersible didn’t get ‘any oversight’ in Canada, TSB report says

The Transportation Safety Board of Canada released its report on the Titan submersible disaster three years after the catastrophic implosion.

Carney says U.S. and Iran’s agreement ‘exceeded’ his expectations

On Sunday, U.S. President Donald Trump announced an agreement to end the war in Iran and that he had authorized an end to the U.S. blockade in the Strait of Hormuz.

SpaceX rockets past Amazon to become world’s 5th most valuable company

SpaceX roared past Amazon's market valuation on Tuesday and briefly topped that of Microsoft, rapidly scaling the list of the world's most valuable companies.

Carney caught on hot mic pitching Chinese EV import deal to Trump at G7

The deal with China has raised concern within the Trump administration, with Trump himself threatening new tariffs and saying he won't allow Canada to become a 'drop-off port.'

U.K. military investigates reports Russian warship shot at British yacht

The incident occurred two days after British commandos boarded and detained a sanctioned tanker in the Channel that is suspected of being part of the Russian “shadow fleet.” 

Carney invites India’s Modi to Canada, eyes security exchange talks at G7

A readout of the meeting did not include any mention of foreign interference or transnational repression, which India's government has been accused of pursuing in Canada.

Canada enters talks with Italy on buying advanced trainer jets

The announcement was made after a meeting between Prime Minister Mark Carney and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni at the G7 summit in Évian-les-Bains. 

Canada imposes new Russian sanctions during G7 meeting with Zelenskyy

In 2026, Canada has provided $2.8 billion in military assistance to Ukraine, imposed sanctions on more than 3,400 individuals and entities as well as 600 vessels.

Exclusive: Former RCMP officer cleared of allegation he helped China demands answers

In his first interview since his acquittal, William Majcher said Canada needs better national security investigations.

South African police seize more than 100 live scorpions stashed in luggage

The suspect had concealed the poisonous arachnids, which were alive, between his clothing packed inside his suitcase, according to police. 
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New York Times

Mental Health Can Complicate Family Planning

Five stories show the hurdles that people with psychological diagnoses face when considering parenthood.

Allowing Iran to Charge Fees in Strait of Hormuz Would Set ‘Dangerous Precedent,’ Maersk CEO Says

With the United States and Iran nearing a deal to reopen the Persian Gulf, the mega shipping firm is treading cautiously.

Intense Tornadoes Possible Across the Midwest on Wednesday

A county in Iowa reported a wind gust of 94 miles per hour during early morning storms. More are expected throughout the day.

Tropical Storm Arthur Forms Near Texas, Bringing Heavy Rain and Flooding to the Gulf Coast

Arthur just became the first named storm of this year’s Atlantic hurricane season. It’s caused heavy rain and flooding in Texas this week, and more is on the way.

Elon Musk’s Next Move May Be a Mega-Merger of SpaceX and Tesla

Some shareholders might object, but there is little they could do, legal experts say.

What Could Happen in Iran?

Three Times reporters examine the possibilities.

Matthew Rhys, of ‘Widow’s Bay,’ Is on a Boat. Barely.

The star of this seafaring horror-comedy, which wraps up Season 1 on Wednesday, also spends his downtime on the water.

Mangione to Use Emotional Disturbance as Defense in N.Y. Murder Trial

Luigi Mangione, who was accused of killing a health care executive in Manhattan in 2024, faces both state and federal charges.

Gilgo Beach Serial Killer Receives Life Sentence After Guilty Plea

The decision on Wednesday will bring to an end an infamous case that took investigators more than a decade to solve.

Shane Hennen, the One Man Linking 3 Gambling Scandals, Is Ready to Talk

The N.B.A. and the N.C.A.A. have been rocked by indictments accusing players and others of fixing bets and playing in rigged poker games. Shane Hennen is named in each one.

CNBC

UniQure to seek FDA approval for Huntington's disease gene therapy after previous clash with agency

The announcement comes months after UniQure became embroiled in a public debate with FDA leaders over the clinical trial data supporting its application.

JetBlue to reduce Newark, LaGuardia footprint as it forges ahead in Fort Lauderdale

JetBlue is planning to cut crew bases at Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey and New York's LaGuardia Airport.

Watch: Trump speaks at G7 summit after threatening Iran

U.S. President Donald Trump said Wednesday at the G7 conference that the U.S. will "go right back to dropping bombs" if he doesn't like the Iran deal.

Less than one-third of global workers feel their jobs are safe, ADP survey data shows

Even with global unemployment at historically low levels, workers are not feeling secure.

Allbirds continues AI pivot with name change and CEO hire, sending stock soaring

Allbirds became NewBird AI in April and said it would trade shoes for AI compute infrastructure.

Amazon AI exec predicts first 'commercially useful' quantum computers in 5-7 years

Quantum computing is becoming an increasingly competitive field with tech giants like Microsoft, Google and IBM developing the technology.

SpaceX surge is creating a unique hedging opportunity

Tuesday's launch of SpaceX options set new records for a first-day, post-IPO options volume.

Fed Chair Warsh expected to withhold 'dot' from central bank's interest rate outlook

The central bank's Federal Open Market Committee is set to release its quarterly update of where individual officials expect interest rates to head.

Strait of Hormuz threat level downgraded after Iran deal, says U.S.-led maritime security group

The behavior of Iranian forces "has become less volatile" and the U.S. Navy continues to provide oversight, the Joint Maritime Information Center said.

'A signal of where power sits': Trump and world leaders joined by OpenAI, Anthropic, Google at G7

Frontier AI risks, infrastructure and sovereignty are all expected to be discussed at the world leaders' summit.

Washington Post

Russia’s war in Ukraine comes back into Trump’s focus with no end in sight

The president met with Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky at the G-7 summit but told reporters the conflict “has no impact on us … we’re thousands of miles away.”

Israelis denounce Trump’s deal with Iran

Israeli officials disparaged the peace deal and said Israel’s fight against Hezbollah in Lebanon would go on.

BBC

Serial killer who murdered eight women in US imprisoned for life

In fiery exchange, judge sentenced him to three life sentences plus 25 years to life on four other charges, all running consecutively.

BBC announces 550 job cuts as first part of £500m savings plan

In an email to staff, the corporation laid out proposals for the initial 200 job losses in the news division.

AI will create more jobs for humans, not replace them, Amaon founder Bezos says

The Amazon founder, who now has robotics and space travel companies, thinks AI will create a labour shortage.

Bellingham set to start for England against Croatia

Jude Bellingham is set to start in England's coveted number 10 role in their World Cup opener against Croatia.

Olympian cleared of coercive behaviour towards wife

Former Team GB 800m runner Curtis Robb was accused of controlling and coercive behaviour.

Driving test wait time target will not be met until autumn next year

The Transport Secretary had been aiming to reduce the backlog to seven weeks by this autumn.

'Travesty' if Stokes doesn't captain England again - Vaughan

Former skipper Michael Vaughan says Ben Stokes being stripped of the England Test captaincy over him breaking the midnight curfew would be a "travesty"'.

Toy Story 5 splits critics, but most praise its 'cautionary' message about tech

The fifth instalment of the animated franchise sees Tom Hanks, Tim Allen and Joan Cusack return.

Prince and Princess of Wales join Royal Ascot racegoers

About 290,000 people are expected to attend this week.

Ex-health worker tried to sell Catherine's medical records

The individual tried to access the princess' records while she was having abdominal surgery.

The Independent

‘Walking around without legs’: Trump rambles on trying to justify Iran war in G7 press conference

President meanders through hourlong stemwinder in effort to justify war as White House confirms text of deal to release billions of frozen Iranian funds

Makerfield by-election – latest: Burnham will refuse Starmer’s job offer, allies say ahead of crucial vote

Manchester mayor widely expected to launch leadership challenge if elected as MP on Thursday

Olympic athlete accused of holding pillow over wife’s face found not guilty of controlling and coercive behaviour

Curtis Robb, 54, who competed for Great Britain in the 800 metres at the 1992 and 1996 Olympic Games, was said to have assaulted and threatened Sarah Robb

Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann thought women were ‘his to destroy,’ victim’s sister says at sentencing

Danielle Mack, sister of Valerie Mack, said the killer doesn't ‘have the humanity to feel remorse’

Labour MPs urge Burnham not to delay challenge to Starmer if he wins Makerfield by-election

The most important by-election in decades could be the first in history to decide who is prime minister – with the fate of the government in the hands of an electorate of 76,641 people in Makerfield

HR dispute between two Las Vegas city workers turned deadly after argument led to shooting, police say

Brysen Kim said he had previously made complaints about his co-worker Joey McLean – but that nothing had been done about them

‘He’s now an idol’: How Merlin the duck became Mexico’s viral World Cup ‘mascot’

Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez may have scored for Mexico, but Merlin the duck stole the show

‘They just looked nude’: LA residents outraged after OnlyFans content creators take over house

The home has received some unwanted attention due to the content being filmed there — including an incident involving SWAT teams, neighbors said

Why Trump’s Iran deal is little more than a shopping list of capitulations

There are gaping holes in the leaked 14-point US deal with Iran in which some of the trickiest sticking points have not been addressed, writes chief international correspondent Bel Trew

Losing sense of smell is as bad as Parkinson’s or a stroke, study finds

Loss of taste and smell has been linked with depression, but historically it has largely been treated as an inconvenience