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U.S. President Donald Trump said on Saturday he had rejected an Iranian proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end fighting in the Middle East.

China pushed back against the United States in its speech at the UN General Assembly on Saturday, saying sovereignty of countries in the Gulf should be respected and urging the "relevant country" to stop threatening Cuba and lift its blockade on it.

OpenAI disclosed Friday that its artificial intelligence agents had interacted with several U.S. government websites in unexpected ways, discovered as part of an ongoing review into the company’s models’ unanticipated behavior.

Hundreds of thousands of people packed Paris's iconic Champs-Élysées avenue for Pope Leo XIV's big outdoor mass on Saturday, a sign of the Catholic Church's enduring appeal in the once staunchly Catholic but officially secular country.

More than 33 bears have been killed by conservation officers in B.C. this year, including two that entered stores through automatic sliding doors in Hope and Squamish. It's led to creative solutions to keep the hungry animals away from attractants.

Neil and Janet Payne call it "Le Hip Trip." The Kinkora, P.E.I., couple were facing a wait of up to a year and a half for Neil’s hip replacement — so instead of waiting, they borrowed $25,000 and drove to a private clinic in Quebec.

While the migrant caravans may have disappeared from Tijuana, and this Mexican border city is no longer the waiting room for entry into the U.S., there are still those seeking to cross. Many who risk the journey are deported mothers desperate to get back to their children, advocates say.

The hacking group that claimed responsibility for stealing a massive trove of data from the FBI on Tuesday — including officials' job assignments, addresses and social security numbers — has been linked to dozens of cyberattacks targeting corporations, schools and government institutions. Here's what we know about ShinyHunters.

Janet Brown Opinion Research found in poll commissioned by CBC News that many Albertans are wary of data centres. One political expert says the province welcoming a data-centre goldrush risks alienating voters in rural areas.

They also agreed to continue co-operating through Board of Trade focused on selected bilateral issues

Iran raised the initiative at UN General Assembly in New York, saying it could put an end to hostilities in the region within seven days

They also agreed to continue co-operating through Board of Trade focused on selected bilateral issues

Turnout of an estimated 800,000 points to church’s lasting influence despite France’s increasing secularization

Growers of Bordeaux, threatened by nature and economics, look for ways to weather future seasons

Top universities in the U.S. and U.K. still carry cachet, but lesser-known schools do not impress employers

CAQ Leader requests meeting with Carney after report said U.S. officials attempted direct negotiations with Quebec on tariffs

Mike Dunleavy made remarks in Banff, Alta., days after Carney said his government has studied ‘extreme tail risk’ of U.S.-led military action

Offer calls on Americans to lift naval blockade of Iranian ports, waive sanctions on Iranian oil sales and observe ceasefire that would include Lebanon

Decision enables U.S. government to remove Claude models from its systems and bar the use of its products for Defense Department work

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — OpenAI disclosed Friday that its artificial intelligence agents had interacted with several U.S. government websites in unexpected ways.

The explosion caused a two-storey building to collapse and the two people injured were rescued from an adjacent building, authorities said.

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.

The Ebola outbreak has spread to seven provinces, with 7,773 confirmed cases and 3,759 deaths, according to the latest government figures.

The hack relates to the website for Medicare, Australia’s publicly funded universal health insurance plan, which was hacked in June.

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.

The Australian Federal Police said the 41-year-old man was charged with endangering fellow passengers and disorderly behaviour while on the Perth-bound flight.

The speech came a day after U.S. President Donald Trump said he may “annihilate” the Islamic Republic if a deal isn’t reached soon to end the nearly seven-month war.

Defence Minister David McGuinty says he's taking a 'cautious' approach to drawing conclusions from intelligence as European leaders warn Moscow may be preparing attacks on NATO.

Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada is pledging $100 million in new aid for Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank, largely focusing on humanitarian aid.

The storm flooded low-lying areas, knocked out power for thousands and forced the cancellation of several major events and hundreds of flights. Wind gusts exceeded 50 miles per hour in places.

The longtime Democratic insider has emerged as a behind-the-scenes force in his party’s push to win back Congress. After that, he’ll think about 2028.

The president said the deal was not “acceptable” and demurred on whether he would restart military strikes after the midterm elections.

It’s as though 2008 never even happened.

CNN won’t be able to join President Trump on a Saturday trip to Tennessee. He had banned CNN and two other news outlets from the White House, but a court order on Thursday restored their access.

The organization, founded in 2006 to back Democratic veterans opposing the Iraq war, is pouring huge sums into this year’s elections amid intense voter antipathy for another conflict in the Middle East.

The agency has lost its independence and nearly a third of its staff, as Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and associates have tightened control.

The legendary actor on his disturbing childhood, his Hollywood missteps and the pain he caused to his loved ones, his body and himself.

Bobby Pulido, a Tejano musician running as a Democrat for the House, has left his Republican opponent struggling to match his star power in a district that President Trump won easily in 2024.

Portland’s Dignity Village has been a place for people without housing for more than 25 years.

OpenAI is conducting an extensive review of misaligned model activity after disclosures involving an Australian government portal and other websites.

A federal jury awarded Taction Technology more than $5.7 billion after finding Apple infringed claims from two haptics patents. Apple plans to appeal.

Trump expects renewed U.S. bombing of Iran after the midterm elections, The Wall Street Journal reports, as Saudi-backed forces intercept projectiles.

Matthews Asia portfolio manager Andrew Mattock delivers a strategy that revolves around the world's second largest economy.

Diamond prices are falling, leading investors and others to wonder whether the gemstones are losing their luster.

Flight disruptions were rising in Boston for Saturday.

Swiss luxury watchmaker Audemars Piguet says its sales and engagement are breaking records after its risky, eye-catching Royal Pop collaboration with Swatch.

Usage of Chinese AI models by businesses across the globe has increased substantially in 2026.

In May, Chinese President Xi Jinping asked U.S. President Donald Trump whether the countries could avoid destructive rivalry. Now, it seems, he thinks they can

Paramount CEO David Ellison's antitrust settlement eased some theatrical concerns, but questions remain about what happens when the five-year agreement ends.

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.

Fernando Cerimedo, who steered right-wing campaigns across Latin America, is accused of directing two hit men to kill his pregnant paramour.

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.

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.

TikTok-savvy Catholic priests and candlelight Masses ending with recruiters sharing QR codes are helping the unbaptized connect with their grandparents’ faith.

Decriminalizing porn would help close a huge budget gap but is a fraught step in a nation long stained by a reputation for exploiting its women.

As a brutal civil war reignites in Yemen between Iran-backed Houthi rebels and the government coalition backed by Saudi Arabia, a humanitarian disaster seems inevitable.

The proposal would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and restart talks over an end to the broader war within seven days, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said.

The aid adds to $887 million already provided, the State Department said, and will help build treatment units, safely bury bodies and expand programs to contain the spread.

Israel’s leader delivered a blistering defense of his country, appealing to voters back home and condemning critics including New York mayor Zohran Mamdani.

England edge past New Zealand with a last-gasp try by Zoe Harrison as they embrace the growing competitiveness of women's rugby.

The prime minister says he wants people without support from the "bank of mum and dad" to receive help.

Wakefield Trinity produce a sensational upset to reach their first ever Super League Grand Final and end Wigan Warriors' hopes of a treble in 2026.

The US president says Tehran had only put forward the proposal because it is losing the war.

George Russell described the Azerbaijan Grand Prix as "the most dominant weekend I've had in my career" after a win that felt like vindication.

Portadown District Orange Lodge had declined a request from Judge Patricia Smyth to postpone the parade along the Garvaghy Road

Around 700,000 people gathered in central Paris to hear the Catholic leader speak and offer prayer.

England extend their unbeaten run to 41 Tests after Zoe Harrison scores a try in overtime as the Red Roses beat New Zealand 26-19 at the Allianz Stadium.

The UK's busiest airport cautions it may miss the government target of 2035 as ministers say the deadline has "always been ambitious".

Heavy rain over the last two days has overwhelmed Bangkok's water systems, with more rain forecast on Sunday.

Exclusive: Couples left devastated by collapse of Ovom clinic, which took £10,000 payment from one patient days before entering insolvency

Ben Judah believes Labour could win a Boris Johnson-style majority with pledge to rejoin the European Union, despite Andy Burnham appearing to rule out going to the polls early

Guy Campanile questioned segments on the Iran war and Patrick Clancy

Bear Grylls said he had been ‘desperately trying to connect’ with Sir Ranulph for more than a year

Funding for the scheme is expected to come from reprioritising existing government budgets

Heavy rain and powerful winds are expected to bring flash floods and extreme surf to the Hawaiian Islands over the weekend as Hurricane Nolo bears down on areas still recovering from previous storms

Edinburgh West MP Christine Jardine had failed to get reselected by her party executive amid claims that she was being moved aside for an ally of the Scottish leader

The Met is searching for the moped rider and appealing for witnesses to the collision and preceding events

Fans who were in their seats early were treated to a low-altitude flyover by Air Force One as the president came into town

Some former Kennedy Center employees are accusing officials at the performing arts venue of long knowing about structural issues they recently cited as new problems