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Feb. 23, 2026 | Thousands of Canadians are stuck in Mexico after a wave of cartel violence starts to subside. A powerful storm that buried New York City in snow is about to head north. And, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has a warning for the world. Watch The National 9pm EST Sun-Fri

Canada's Olympic athletes began arriving home Monday greeted by friends, family and fans as they returned from the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics.

The U.S. military said it killed three people Monday in a strike on an alleged drug-smuggling vessel in the Caribbean Sea as part of the Trump administration's months-long campaign against alleged traffickers.

Shafqat Ali's Monday statement comes only days after the treasury board suggested the opposite to Radio-Canada.

The federal Liberals have accepted amendments to the most controversial section of the Carney government's budget bill, effectively putting guardrails on new proposed powers that would allow the government to grant corporations the ability to bypass existing laws and regulations.

For decades, Brian Reeve has lived with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Seven years ago, he hit a breaking point when the time-consuming rituals began interfering with his daily life and ability to function. After seeking treatment at the Frederick W. Thompson Anxiety Disorders Centre, he is now in remission and giving back through a large donation.

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is defending a plan to limit health and education support for temporary residents. We fact-checked some of Smith’s claims about temporary foreign workers and Alberta taxpayers.

Senators on the social affairs committee want to see immigration-related sections in the government's border bill, C-12, removed or significantly modified by the Senate national security committee.

U.S. President Trump calls wind power projects "ugly losers," and it's putting a deep chill on investments. But Canada stands to benefit as wind companies consider new prospects off the East Coast.

The NHL season resumes the next night. Meanwhile, the American women's team has declined the same offer from the U.S. President.

Jacob Jan Van Rootselaar was arrested on an outstanding Canada-wide arrest warrant in connection with a 2024 attempted murder investigation.

Ontario court clears major hurdle for the lawsuit that claims systemic racism and discrimination on behalf of 75,000 current and former workers.

'Expect elevated violence for the short- to medium-term, roughly six months to three years, as factions fight for territory, seek revenge, and test state responses.'

Dinesh Patnaik dismissed accusations from the federal government and Royal Canadian Mounted Police, both of which have claimed to have evidence linking agents of the Indian government to violent crimes in Canada in recent years.

Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand says her Mexican counterpart has assured her that the violence forcing Canadian tourists to hunker down in Mexico is coming to an end.

Alexandre Boulerice said he is considering a run in this year’s Quebec election for the left-leaning Québec solidaire, but has not yet made a decision.

The lengthy window allows room for arm-twisting in either direction, says one labour expert.

Artificial Intelligence Minister Evan Solomon has summoned OpenAI officials to Ottawa to take them to task over "disturbing" reports that the AI giant knew about concerning content tied to the person who committed the Tumbler Ridge mass shooting — and…

A staffer and volunteer for MP Nate Erskine-Smith, a presumed frontrunner in Ontario’s Nov. 21 Liberal leadership race, has been hit with $2,400 in fines for violations under the Canada Elections Act.

Renewed fighting could be more dangerous this time because of multiplying conflicts in the broader region

A powerful blizzard dropped more than 30 centimetres of snow across parts of the U.S. Northeast on Monday, bringing travel to a near-standstill for millions of residents as the treacherous conditions closed roads, shut train service and forced the cancellation of more than 6,000 flights.

Operation against ‘El Mencho’ demonstrates the increasing security co-operation between the two countries

Tennis helped high school student find her place in a new country

Attack brings death toll to at least 151 since Trump administration began targeting small vessels in early September

The Greek seaside town of Galaxidi exploded into a messy 'flour war' on Monday to mark the end of the carnival season. Every year the town's main coastal road becomes a flour-strewn mess, with revellers pelting each other with bags of dyed flour, dancing and riding carnival floats.

Britain's former ambassador to the United States, Peter Mandelson, has been arrested over his links to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Suspect is accused of firing a gun at a border patrol agent, who returned fire

Choreographer Polina Ishchenko performs with soldiers to tell the story of a devastating conflict

Vonn says it will take about a year for the bones in her left leg to heal

Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes led the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, which has earned a reputation for brutal violence while consolidating its power.

Police are investigating Mandelson over documents suggesting he passed sensitive government information to Jeffrey Epstein a decade and a half ago.

The political campaign group Everyone Hates Elon placed the photo of the former prince on the walls of the Parisian gallery.

There are currently more than 26,000 Canadians registered in Mexico — and no plans for military or consular flights to assist Canadians getting out.

Trump’s offer of a hospital ship came after Denmark’s military said its Arctic command forces evacuated a crew member of a U.S. submarine off the coast of Greenland.

Immigration officials are alleging that Tahawwur Rana Hussain lied to obtain Canadian citizenship.

A total of 116 medal events have been held in eight Olympic sports across 16 disciplines, including the debut of ski mountaineering this year.

Amid violence, people in Puerto Vallarta have been told to keep a low profile, follow the advice of local authorities, and monitor local and international media to stay informed.

The truce between Islamabad and Kabul has largely held, but several rounds of talks in Istanbul in November failed to produce a formal agreement.

The baby monkey was abandoned by his mother at birth and raised by zoo staff who gave him a stuffed orangutan to provide comfort.

Peter Mandelson was arrested on Monday on suspicion of “misconduct in public office” following revelations about his dealings with Jeffrey Epstein, the sex offender.

Democrats and Republicans urged Tony Gonzales to step down after allegations that he had sent inappropriate texts to a staff member and had a sexual relationship with her.

Charred vehicles cluttered deserted streets as residents started to emerge from their homes in Guadalajara, which was hit hard by violence after the death of a cartel leader.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani of New York had lobbied for his preferred candidate, Claire Valdez. But the party backed Antonio Reynoso, the Brooklyn borough president.

The remarks differ from what Gen. Dan Caine, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, is said to have told the president in high-level White House meetings.

There’s a huge political opportunity for the party that can stand up for human beings in the face of A.I.

The company, which did not specify how much it was seeking, is expected to be one of many demanding compensation for levies ruled unlawful.

On Monday, Mayor Zohran Mamdani banned nearly all traffic from the streets. Among the exceptions were emergency vehicles and electric delivery bikes.

Richard Baker wanted to create a retail empire when he combined Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus. About a year later, it filed for bankruptcy.

Top security officials revealed details of the operation that led to the death of Mexico’s most wanted drug cartel leader.

The simmering dispute has become a geopolitical flashpoint between Washington and Beijing, with Panama caught in the crossfire.

Bitcoin tumbled more than 5% to around $63,000 on Tuesday as investors continued to grapple with escalating tariff tensions and broader geopolitical risks.

Mandelson's arrest came days after police arrested Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, brother of King Charles III, on suspicion of misconduct in public office.

European officials have reacted with disbelief to President Donald Trump's latest tariff policy, warning that trade deals could be at risk.

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon is anxious as high asset levels collide with increased competition among lenders and jitters over loans to the software industry.

China's central bank on Tuesday keeping its benchmark lending rates unchanged at 3% for the one-year LPR and 3.5% for the five-year LPR.

The Trump administration has warned that it could take years for refunds to be paid out for tariffs that the Supreme Court ruled are illegal.

China's central bank kept its benchmark lending rates unchanged as Beijing manages a balancing act of supporting a slowing economy while maintaining currency stability.

President Trump's new tariffs could further strain global trade relations, pushing businesses to operate more cautiously and hurting the U.S. economy.

COBOL is a computer language used for business data processing and IBM is a leader in that area.

British police arrested Peter Mandelson on suspicion of misconduct in office, just days after the detention of former prince Andrew.

The killing of El Mencho triggered violence across Mexico. In cities including Puerto Vallarta and Cancún, the U.S. warned citizens to shelter in place.

The Joint Chiefs of Staff chairman has said that a lack of munitions and allied support could mean greater danger for U.S. troops, people familiar with the talks say.

Israeli officials say they won’t initiate a strike on Iran but the public is bracing for the possibility of another war.

As sordid allegations engulfed Prince Andrew, Queen Elizabeth II showed a mother’s love, King Charles III a brother’s fury, and Prince William, a nephew’s dismay.

The Mexican military’s killing of Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, a.k.a. “El Mencho,” set off violence in areas controlled by the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.

The American center’s overtime goal will go down in history as the United States ends its 46-year Olympic drought.

Trump says he’s sending a ship to care for Greenland’s sick. But the territory doesn’t want the help and the U.S. appears to have no hospital ships available to send.

Senior Democrats in Washington are comparing sweeping legal action across the Atlantic to the muted response in the United States.

A major snowstorm walloped the US north-east, causing disruptions for millions and thousands of flight cancellations.

Violence has erupted across several states in Mexico after cartel leader El Mencho was killed on Sunday.

It comes after the ex-Labour minister was accused of passing sensitive government information to Jeffrey Epstein.

The Metropolitan Police says a 72-year-old man has been released on bail pending further investigation.

The party wants documents on the former prince's appointment in 2001 to be published by ministers.

Councils seek powers to require more schools to take children as heads say funding would meet needs.

The 85-year-old was forcibly taken from his Sydney home by three masked men just under two weeks ago.

Bid to improve access to Mounjaro in England, but experts warn eligibility still tightly restricted.

Grace Bell, who was born without a viable womb, says her little boy is "simply a miracle".

BBC Verify assesses claims by the Trump administration that crime and murder in the US are at their lowest levels for 125 years.

Over 600,000 customers were without power Monday afternoon

The Lib Dem parliamentary motion will call for the release of papers relating to Andrew’s appointment to the post, including any vetting and any correspondence from Lord Mandelson

The FBI says Patel was in Milan for official meetings and denied allegations he used government resources for personal entertainment

South Korea’s jailed former President Yoon Suk Yeol has appealed his life sentence for rebellion over his brief imposition of martial law in December 2024

Like other drug lords, Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as “El Mencho,” had spent years avoiding the spotlight

Kyiv said the station was a key facility for the Druzhba pipeline which supplies oil to Europe

Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of Today show star Savannah Guthrie, vanished from her Arizona home more than three weeks ago

On the Beach has written to the headteachers of 25,000 schools in England and Wales asking them to implement inset weeks staggered by region

Greenland and Denmark’s leaders say they wouldn’t want a U.S. hospital ship even if it was heading to the island

A Texas man who saw his friend get shot and killed last year by a federal immigration agent died last weekend in a fiery car crash