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CBC.ca

He spent years playing and coaching hockey alongside Russians. Then Putin invaded Ukraine
Hockey-player-turned-Ukrainian-soldier Oleksandr Matviychuk is recovering after nearly being killed while on a military mission last year. Plastic surgeons have spent the past year reconstructing his face, one painful surgery at a time.

Waymo’s driverless cars involved in 68% fewer crashes than human drivers, U.S. study finds
Waymo driverless cars were involved in 68 per cent fewer crashes than human drivers over a three-year period across four U.S. cities, according to new data from the U.S. Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

Canadian Blood Services supply drops nearly 20% since June, prompting call for urgent blood donations
Canadian Blood Services is appealing for people across the country to donate blood, saying its supply has dropped significantly in the last several weeks.

Canada's got a grocery competition problem. Are local food hubs the answer?
The Carney government's national food security strategy aims to both empower farmers and reduce consolidation by pledging a 10-year, $1-billion fund to establish as many as 40 local food hubs across the country. While experts acknowledge the proposal could help wrest control from the large grocery chains, some doubt it will lower Canadians' food bills.

Interprovincial booze rules may be easing, but other trade barriers still remain
Though it will soon be easier for Canadians to buy alcohol from outside their home provinces, a litany of other barriers remain. Here's a look at some key issues that hinder the free flow of goods, services and labour between provinces.

Trump addresses White House correspondents' dinner rescheduled after shooting
The White House Correspondents' Association event in Washington, D.C., was rescheduled after the original dinner in April was called off following a shooting.

Federal government says it won't support Ontario's Billy Bishop Airport expansion plans
The federal government says it won't support Ontario Premier Doug Ford's plan to expand Billy Bishop Airport to allow jets to take off and land there.

'A subtle mistake': How a single underscore led to an innocent Halifax man's conviction
Brandon Klayme, who spent 18 months in jail for child luring and possession of child pornography after an investigative mix-up between two nearly identical online usernames, has been acquitted on all charges on appeal.
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Toronto Star

Trump's shameless grift is changing unwritten political rules
Democracy has always had an Achilles heel, and Trump found it

Donald Trump's 'slave labour' tariff is a revamped 'Liberation Day' that Canada largely avoids, experts say
Business leaders say CUSMA protections shield roughly 90 per cent of Canadian goods, even as lawyers question whether forced labour is really the point.

Blue Jays vs. Red Sox: Rookie reliever unravels in Fenway series opener
The Jays rallied from four runs down but couldn't seal the deal in Friday night’s pivotal showdown in Boston.

Federal government grounds Billy Bishop airport expansion
The just-concluded public survey suggested strong public opposition to the project, according to a federal government official.

Donald Trump repeats threat to tariff Canada over wildfire smoke
Speaking to reporters in Washington, D.C., Trump said "we're going to put a big tariff on Canada because of the smoke."

Why LeBron James chose the Philadelphia 76ers with his ‘last decision’
There's one legacy counting stat that the NBA's all-time leader in games played and points would happily fluff before he retires.

More than a billion dollars has been spent on fixing the Don River. What would jets at Billy Bishop do to the city’s reborn green oasis?
The city is opening more of Biidaasige Park in the Port Lands to the public on Friday, but proposed expansion of Billy Bishop airport looms.

No American guests as Canadians cut ribbon to open Gordie Howe bridge
The Gordie Howe International Bridge linking Windsor to Detroit, which should finally open to the public next week, was the scene of a symbolic ribbon-cutting Friday on the Ontario side of the border.

Woman dead, man arrested in Etobicoke shooting. Witness describes the moments before it happened
Police were called to the area of Humberwood Boulevard and Rexdale Boulevard shortly before 7:30 a.m. on Friday.

This Toronto neighbourhood is one of 10 top trendiest places in Canada to stay this summer
Airbnb said bookings in the top 10 neighbourhoods in Canada are up nearly 180 per cent year-over-year.
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Globe and Mail
Canadian beekeepers say businesses could fail as honey imports hit by U.S. tariffs
Workers say honey prices could fall by as much as 40%

Alberta petition looking to force a secession referendum verified
Petition still can’t proceed as it remains tied up in a court dispute
U.S. won’t proceed with nuclear deal unless Saudis join Abraham Accords, Trump says
Saudi Arabia has not signed accords because it wants an irreversible path to a Palestinian state before recognizing Israel

Iran targets American strongholds around the Gulf while U.S. hits more Iranian military sites
With fighting flaring again and diplomacy appearing to sputter, both sides made moves suggesting an escalation was possible
Paramount agrees to delay closing Warner Bros buyout while judge considers challenge from states
Twelve states, led by California, allege that such a combination would ‘extinguish competition’ in Hollywood

Israel launches military operation after deadly clash near Palestinian village
Confrontation adds to a growing toll over recent weeks as Israeli settler violence has intensified against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank

UNESCO adds West Bank site, Lebanese castles to World Heritage List despite Israeli objections
Israel withdrew from UNESCO in 2019, accusing the organization of being biased against it and of downplaying its historical ties to the Holy Land
U.S. CDC widens investigation into cyclosporiasis outbreak to four more states
Illinois, Kansas, Oklahoma and Pennsylvania were newly tied to the outbreak, in addition to Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and West Virginia
ICC chief prosecutor removed from post over sexual misconduct allegations, diplomats say
Large majority of 125 member state representatives vote to oust Karim Khan from his position
Singer Chris Brown pleads guilty to affray over attack at U.K. nightclub
Charges relate to an alleged attack on a music producer in London three years ago; prosecutors not proceeding with more serious assault charges
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Global News

Trump says ‘show must go on’ at rescheduled correspondents’ dinner
Trump addressed the rescheduled White House Correspondents' Dinner as organizers honoured Secret Service officer Victor Gonzales for his actions during April's shooting.

ICC removes chief prosecutor over sexual misconduct allegations
By a large majority, the International Criminal Court’s 125-member states ousted British barrister Karim Khan, the first time in its history the court has made such a move.

Qantas jet lands in Australia after 19-hour non-stop test flight from France
The Australian carrier plans to start selling tickets for its non-stop flight in February, CEO Vanessa Hudson told an event in Toulouse, France, in June, Reuters reported.

Police boat crashes into central London bridge, throwing officers overboard
Paramedics treated the injured on a black inflatable boat as a police helicopter hovered overhead near the clock tower that houses the bell known as Big Ben.

Meet the donkey brigade that’s helping curb wildfires in Spain
Research shows that the use of grazing animals can reduce the rate at which fires spread and therefore make them easier to control and put out.

What is India’s Gen Z ‘Cockroach’ movement challenging Modi?
India's “Cockroach” protests began more than a month ago over leaks in some of the country’s most competitive entrance exams for medical colleges and government jobs.

Canada and Ecuador set to sign free trade deal in Ottawa
Mujtaba Hussain, a spokesperson for International Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu, confirmed a signing ceremony is taking place but said there are no public events scheduled.

Why Ukraine struck Wildberries, Russia’s largest online marketplace
Kyiv’s drones first hit the sites over the weekend in Elektrostal, just east of Moscow, and in the Tambov region, killing eight people and injuring scores more.

‘Leg hair harassment:’ men wearing shorts to work sparks debate in Japan
New rules around casual office attire mark a bold change in a country where dark suits and white shirts have long been the uniform for office workers.

Pan Am Clipper wreckage found more than 70 years after plane crash
The plane, the Clipper Endeavor, was carrying 69 passengers and crew when it made a hard landing on water after losing both engines less than 10 minutes after takeoff.
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New York Times

At Correspondents’ Dinner, a Rambling Trump Hurls Insults
President Trump gave the keynote speech as relations between his administration and the press continue to deteriorate.

Taiwan Tests How It Would Resist a Chinese Siege at Sea
Taiwan is stepping up plans to secure fuel and other vital imports as Chinese government ships practice moves that could one day be used in a blockade.

A Global Economy Jolted by an Oil Shock Now Gets a Tariff Reminder
Tariffs are back, but this time there is a war in the Persian Gulf and oil has hit $100 a barrel.

After Stabbings, a Rise in Jewish Fears and Questions for Mamdani
Some politicians said Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s criticism of Israel had created a dangerous environment. He pushed back, condemning the stabbings of two men on the Upper West Side and defending his statements.

Trump Switched to Old Air Force One at NATO Summit After Credible Iranian Threat
The threat led the Secret Service to urge President Trump to fly out of Turkey on a different plane, raising questions about the security of the Qatari-donated jet.

Trump on LeBron James: ‘Maybe He’s a Racist’
President Trump has lashed out over the years at NBA star LeBron James, who has been critical of the president in the past.

In Rush to Track Down Air Force One Leaks, DOJ Reversed Its Own Process
A judge’s remarks on subpoenas to reporters cast attention on two administration officials under consideration for powerful cabinet posts, Todd Blanche and Jay Clayton.

Chuck Russell, Director of ‘The Mask’ and Third ‘Nightmare on Elm Street’ Movie, Dies at 74
His work, including “The Blob,” a remake of the cult 1958 horror movie, was known for its use of brash visual effects.

Opposing Defense Bill, Democrats Shift Their Tactics
Crossing what was once seen as a political red line, Democrats voted against the usually bipartisan measure, registering dissent about the war in Iran.

Car Condos Give Your Vehicle Luxury Housing
No longer satisfied by regular parking garages, some drivers are upgrading their luxury vehicles’ homes.
CNBC

Nvidia locks down memory supply from SK Hynix as part of $500 billion AI deal
Nvidia is aggressively securing supply of high-bandwidth memory, an essential component for its GPUs and systems.

Finland’s radical answer to renewable energy’s biggest headache: The world’s largest sand battery
A small Finnish town has turned to the world's largest commercial sand battery to tackle a major hurdle in the energy transition: intermittency.

SpaceX launches massive Starship rocket in first test flight since IPO
Elon Musk's rocket maker is conducting the first test fight for its massive Starship rocket since the company's IPO last month.

Trump sued hours after new tariffs take effect, as experts say they may not hold up
President Donald Trump has renewed a flurry of tariffs, including slapping 25% duties on Brazilian imports and vowing 50% tariffs on goods from Canada.

Moody's says 'unprecedented' AI spending threatens credit quality of Amazon, Meta, Alphabet and others
Moody's said AI spending is forcing even the world's most cash-rich corporations to lean heavily on debt, stock sales and off-balance-sheet moves.

Musk's bad week: Tesla suffers worst slump since 2022, SpaceX drops ahead of Starship test flight
Tesla shares plunged almost 18% this week after the company missed on earnings and turned cash flow negative.

Oil falls on report Pakistan is pushing for new U.S.-Iran talks with China's backing
Oil prices dropped by around 3% on Friday, but remained on track for a weekly jump of 10% as the U.S.-Iran war continued to escalate.

Trump considers ‘massive attack’ on Iran; Pakistan reportedly seeks to restart stalled peace talks
The president told Axios he was considering an operation "bigger than ever before" before Reuters reported Pakistan is seeking to restart peace talks.

Oil shipments are under attack on multiple fronts as fighting escalates in Red Sea, Hormuz and Black Sea
More than 60 commercial ships have been attacked in the Persian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz and Gulf of Oman since March 1.

Pentagon lowers official Iran war death toll, omitting four killed this month
The Pentagon lowered its official Iran war death toll to 14 from 18, removing four service members killed this month.
Washington Post

Trump swings back toward diplomacy in escalating war with Iran
After threatening a “massive attack,” the president said his envoys were talking with Tehran but left open the possibility of a sharp military escalation.

Mali’s government does not rule out U.S. military intervention
The country’s foreign minister said, however, that anyone wishing to partner with the West African nation “must respect” its sovereignty.

Why Japan wants to create its first modern spy agency since World War II
President Donald Trump’s push for Japanese self-reliance aligns with the long-standing desire of conservatives in Tokyo to build intelligence capabilities.

House votes to limit Trump on Iran; Senate fails to advance similar measure
The votes marked the first test of Republican support for the conflict since President Donald Trump resumed military strikes against Tehran this month.

Oil prices leap to $100 a barrel after attacks in Red Sea
The price of Brent crude, now up about 40 percent this month, surged Thursday after Iran’s Houthi allies in Yemen claimed strikes on Saudi tankers.

E.U. imposes more sanctions on Russia, in compromise deal
European Union members are looking to keep up pressure on Russia as Ukraine’s outlook improves, even as some countries seek exemptions.
BBC

Changes called for as Sinner and Djokovic withdraw from Canadian Open
The tournament director of the Canadian Open says changes need to be made to the "demanding schedule" of players after Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic pull out of the Masters 1000 event.

On the move - football's youngest journeymen
The players who had appeared for a remarkable number of clubs by their 23rd birthday.

Police declare 'major incident' as wind change increases Cairngorms wildfire risk
All residents in the village of Nethy Bridge have been evacuated over the threat the wildfire spreading.

Lyles wins 100m in world-leading 9.79 seconds
Noah Lyles runs a world-leading 9.79 seconds as he claims an impressive victory in the 100m at the US athletics championships.

Trump takes swipes at press during White House Correspondents' Dinner
The event celebrated press freedom after the first dinner was cancelled by a shooting in April.

'Maybe he's a racist' - Trump critical of James
United States President Donald Trump said LeBron James might be "a racist" when asked if the basketball star is the "best ever" to play the sport.

Iran-backed Houthis claim missile attack on Saudi Arabia
US military says it disabled a tanker that was attempting to evade the American blockade on Iranian ports.

It's the cocktail taking young drinkers by storm - but the packaging is 'unrecyclable'
BuzzBallz cannot be recycled because the metal lid and plastic body are attached, say experts.

How do Manchester City manage the Rodri dilemma?
BBC Sport looks at what City's new-look midfield could be like and whether it is time to cash in on Rodri.

How the mystery of dead animals dumped in villages led to a hidden world of illegal hunts
Farmers talk of attacks as police receive nearly 9,000 reports of banned hare coursing, the BBC finds.
The Independent
Iran-US war latest: Houthis claim missile attack on Saudi Arabia as Trump insists Tehran can’t have a nuclear weapon
Trump says he doesn’t ‘think it’s time yet’ to agree to a deal
‘Recovery has not even begun’: Venezuela earthquake victims sleeping in the rubble of their homes one month on
Daily life has become a struggle to survive as Venezuelans tell Maira Butt that a month on from the disaster that left more than 5,300 people dead food, shelter, and water is scarce

England under heat health alert with temperatures set to reach 29C – but rain on the way
Yellow heat health alerts have been issued across parts of the country from Friday to Sunday
Europe wildfires latest: Bordeaux suburbs evacuated as France sends in army while winds in Spain could worsen blaze
Officials have described it as the ‘worst fire in the history of the region’

Russian attack kills 3 in Ukraine’s Sumy region as Romania downs second drone in 2 days
A Russian drone strike killed three people in Ukraine’s northeastern Sumy region on Saturday, local officials said, with the victims identified as drivers for the private courier service Nova Poshta
Photos show scale of devastation caused by unprecedented wildfires in France and Spain
Hundreds of thousands ordered to evacuate as fires reach a level ‘never seen before’

Young girls being groomed on Roblox and forced into committing ‘unspeakable’ acts
Secret networks of sadistic teenage boys are luring their targets to Discord and Telegram. Neither platform is included in the government’s proposed social media ban for under 16s, as Nicole Wootton-Cane reports

Pompeii archaeologists unveil stunning fresco ceiling in ancient banquet hall
The vault depicts Dionysus and Ariadne, whose union is one of the best-known Greek myths

Met police deploy new testing kits in fresh crackdown on e-bike phone snatchers
It is the seventh such operation in London this year, with five more scheduled through the summer

Wildfire leads to evacuations in some suburbs of the French city of Bordeaux
Authorities in France are evacuating suburbs of Bordeaux as a massive wildfire shifts toward the city

























