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CBC.ca

Tempo coach Sandy Brondello suspended 1 game for inappropriate comment about Angel Reese

Toronto Tempo coach Sandy Brondello was suspended for one game by the WNBA for an inappropriate comment she used during a game against the Atlanta Dream on Friday.

U.K. seeks extradition after influencer Tate brothers arrested in U.S.

Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate were arrested by federal authorities on Saturday in Miami, according to the U.S. Marshals Service.

Saka's hat trick lifts England past Mbappé, France 6-4 in wild World Cup 3rd-place game

Bukayo Saka scored three goals to lead England to a 6-4 win over France for third place in the World Cup, while Kylian Mbappe surpassed Lionel Messi's career World Cup scoring record and took the lead in the Golden Boot race with a pair of second-half goals on Saturday.

Blue Jays unveil Joe Carter statue outside Rogers Centre honouring World Series championships

A statue honouring the 1992 and 1993 World Series champion Toronto Blue Jays has been unveiled outside of Rogers Centre.

Hazy skies from wildfire smoke unlikely to cancel World Cup final in New Jersey

While hazy skies and poor air quality continue to impact a wide swath of Canada and the U.S., forecasts show conditions are expected to improve in time for the FIFA World Cup final in New Jersey on Sunday.

Thunderstorm warning lifted, air quality warning downgraded to yellow across GTA

Environment Canada lifted a thunderstorm warning and downgraded an ongoing air quality warning across the Greater Toronto Area on Saturday.

Iran supreme leader threatens to teach U.S. 'unforgettable lessons' if attacks continue

Iran's supreme leader warned of "unforgettable lessons" Saturday if the United States keeps attacking the Islamic Republic and called President Donald Trump's signature "worthless and invalid." The comments came hours after a negotiator said Tehran was suspending its commitments to the interim deal signed about a month ago.

Narcissistic leaders more likely to oppose remote work, new research suggests

As more employees are being ordered back into the office full time, new research suggests the rationale may be more about bosses' desire for power and status than productivity.

This World Cup photographer used a 96-year-old camera 'in a world where everything is instant'

Fareed Kotb, a sports photographer from Cairo, garnered international attention when he was spotted snapping World Cup games using a 1930 large-format film camera.

'Just stop burning fossil fuels.' Scientists stress that our smoky skies have only one true fix

Smoky skies in Toronto have led to new scrutiny of government efforts to fight fires and manage forests. But scientists say the realistic way to tackle the smoke is fighting climate change itself.
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Toronto Star

Doug Ford visits evacuees, first responders as wildfires — and questions about Ontario and Ottawa's response — rage

Evacuated communities forced to flee say they didn’t get enough warning as 191 wildfires burn in the province. At least 10 communities have been evacuated and three are on alert.

Blue Jays vs. White Sox: No home-run jacket required (except for Joe Carter) in first post-break victory

The Jays evened their three-game series against the Chicago White Sox on Saturday with a speedy win at the Rogers Centre in two hours and six minutes.

In the shadow of the Salsa on St. Clair shootings, BrazilFest carries on. 'We are prepared'

At BrazilFest on Saturday, just blocks from last weekend's St. Clair shootings, police officers stood watch while others patrolled the festival.

Saka’s hat trick lifts England past Mbappé and France 6-4 in wild World Cup third-place game

Ezri Konsa headed home a corner in the 18th, and Bukayo Saka added goals in the 37th and in stoppage time to stun Les Bleus.

Ontario wildfire map: Track where the smoke and haze is going this weekend with our tool

Environment Canada expects a "major improvement" in Toronto's smoky conditions from northern Ontario's wildfires by Sunday. Check where and how it’s moving here.

Woman dead, suspect sought after stabbing in North York residence

Police are looking for a male suspect after a woman was fatally stabbed inside a building in the Fairview Mall Drive and Don Mills Road area Saturday afternoon.

Doug Ford slams Donald Trump's attack on Canada over wildfire smoke as 'unacceptable'

Ontario premier accuses Donald Trump of having a 'short memory' for all the times Canada has helped the U.S. fight wildfires.

Toronto air quality recap: Ford blasts Trump's 'short memory' on fire aid; Smog expected to improve Sunday

Toronto had the world's most polluted major city again Saturday morning. The smog is expected to improve throughout the day and into Sunday.

'Little Miss Twain' is all grown up — and finally gets her shot on the Horseshoe Tavern stage

Miles from her ScotiaBank Arena show, Shania Twain tells intimate crowd of her early dream to 'play the Horseshoe Tavern ... but we weren’t established enough. So this is really a full circle moment.'

Decoding the 7 biggest 'The Odyssey' talking points

Casting "controversies," quibbles about costumes — and does Tom Holland's character really say "dad"?
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Globe and Mail

Andrew and Tristan Tate arrested in Miami as UK seeks extradition for rape and trafficking charges

The dual U.S. and British citizens moved to Romania in 2016 and were arrested there in 2022, accused of participating in schemes to lure women for sexual exploitation

Nine killed, more than 80 wounded in Ukrainian drone attack on Russian regions

Ukraine says it targeted logistics warehouses and an oil depot in Russia’s Moscow and Tambov regions

U.S. launches new strikes to ‘punish’ Iran for deaths of American troops in attack on Jordan

Still unseen since the war began, Mojtaba Khamenei warns U.S. of ‘unforgettable lessons’ if attacks continue

China could be first to bring samples back from Mars

Set to launch in two stages in 2028, the Tianwen-3 mission could help shed light on life not only on the planet once thought to be dead, but on our own

Former federal NDP contender Estabrooks looks to run provincially

Announcement comes a day after Nenshi, who won the seat in a byelection last year, announced he will run in Calgary in the next election

Trump threatens new tariffs on Canada over wildfire smoke

Smoke has created an ‘incalculable’ expense for the U.S., President says

Quebec government approves Big O renovation plans

Stadium renos are expected to be complete by 2028

Lettuce served at Taco Bell identified as a source of U.S. diarrhea-causing parasite outbreak

Taylor Farms is the supplier of cyclospora-contaminated produce, source says, but other businesses could be at risk

Israeli strike kills at least eight, injures 20 at Gaza funeral

Mourners were attending a funeral in the central Gaza Strip on Friday for a person killed by another Israeli strike when the attack occurred

Andy Burnham set to become Britain’s prime minister after being named Labour Party Leader

Former Greater Manchester mayor will be sworn in on Monday to replace departing PM Keir Starmer
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Global News

Accused Bishnoi gang associate agrees to deportation order

Sahibjot Singh is the latest of dozens of Indian nationals to face deportation for their involvement in extortion gangs.

Laos charges in deadly tourist methanol poisoning not harsh enough: parents

Holly Bowles and Bianca Jones, 19, died after they were served tainted alcohol laced with methanol at the Nana Backpacker Hostel in November 2024.

Cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to lettuce at Taco Bell, Mexico supplier

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said shredded lettuce from a single supplier in Mexico was sent to Taco Bell in five U.S. states.

Major earthquake off Mexican coast triggers tsunami threat

A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck near the coast of Mexico's southern state of Chiapas on Friday, triggering a tsunami warning.

U.S. strikes hit bridges in Iran, collapse tower at key port

The United States expanded its airstrike campaign against Iran early Friday by hitting more bridges, energy sites and collapsing a tower at a key Iranian port.

More Canadians now trust China under Xi than U.S. under Trump: poll

China executed four Canadian citizens in early 2025, with Beijing saying at the time all four were dual citizens and had been prosecuted on drug charges.

Guitar maker Fender sues German retailer Thomann in copyright dispute

Fender ​argues that the Harley Benton-brand guitars developed and sold by Thomann, one of ​its largest global retail partners, copy the classic Strat shape.

Google must share search data, open Android to rival AI firms, EU says

The EU said it will support innovation and diversity in the field by enabling fair access to AI features on Android devices and search engines.

Iran’s former deputy interior minister tries to stop deportation from Canada

Seyed Salman Samani is one of dozens of high-ranking Iranian officials found living in Canada.

T. rex fossil fetches more than $50 million at auction from mystery bidder

Sotheby's said the top bidder, who participated by phone, remains anonymous and outspent six other prospective buyers during a 10-minute battle.
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New York Times

Vance Remarks on Epstein and Israel Echo Conspiracy Theories

The vice president’s comment that there were ties between Mr. Epstein and the “highest levels” of Israeli intelligence troubled some in his party.

Tate Brothers Arrested in Miami As U.K. Authorities File Sex Crime Charges

The arrests of the influencers, known for their misogynistic views, come after years of investigations in Europe. The new charges concern offenses dating back to 2010, officials said.

What to Know About Fires Caused by Lightning in the Pacific Northwest

Dozens of fires ignited in Oregon and Washington as more than 14,000 lightning strikes hit the region during thunderstorms this week.

Why Jordan Is Becoming a New Focus in the U.S.-Iran War

Four Iranian attacks in five days have targeted U.S. troops in Jordan, U.S. officials said, including one on Friday that killed two soldiers and left another service member missing.

Thunderstorms, Flooding and Strong Winds Sweep the Northeast

Forecasters warned of winds over 70 miles per hour in New York City, Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington.

Mamdani Says He May Still Order Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s Arrest in NYC

Mayor Zohran Mamdani said in an interview with The New York Times that he was in “an active conversation” with New York City’s Law Department on whether he had the authority to arrest the Israeli leader.

Cindy Burbank, Nebraska’s Democratic Senate Nominee, Files to Withdraw From Race

The move by Cindy Burbank could clear a path for Dan Osborn, an independent candidate backed by her party’s leadership. But Republicans have cried foul, and her effort could face obstacles.

Wildfires Continue To Burn in Ontario, Canada, Sending Smoke to U.S. Cities

Nearly 200 fires continued to devastate swaths of the province as smoke continued to drift across parts of Canada and the United States.

Mike Lindell Not Registered to Vote in Minnesota, Where He is Running for Governor

President Trump endorsed Mike Lindell, a leader of the election denial movement, for Minnesota governor this week.

A Very British CPAC: Few, if Any, Costumes and Not Much Trump

London hosted an understated version of the Conservative Political Action Conference, known in the United States for its over-the-top celebration of MAGA causes.

CNBC

Two U.S. service members killed in Jordan, one missing; Iran threatens 'unforgettable lessons' after calling off interim peace agreement

When asked about Iran no longer abiding by the interim peace agreement, U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly said, "I couldn't care less."

Oil tankers face 'worst case scenario' in Hormuz as Iran steps up attacks on ships, maritime risk CEO says

One seafarer was killed and three were injured in attack on the crude oil tanker Al Bahyah off Oman's coast on Tuesday.

27-year-old locksmith spent $7,000 on tools, works around the clock in NYC: 'I'd never held a screwdriver in my life' before starting

Yona Sahar, founder of Locksmith Girl of NYC, spent two years learning the trade. Now, she runs her own business while working around the clock.

Korean beauty products are becoming mainstream in the U.S. Why there may be even more growth ahead

Morgan Stanley forecasts that K-beauty sales in the U.S. can reach approximately $4 billion in 2026.

'WarshGPT': How Wall Street is adapting to the Fed's new era of communication

Investment firms are readying for an era with less public commentary from the U.S. central bank. Some are relying on AI for an edge.

Two unexpected revelations in Warren Buffett's CNBC interview

Warren Buffett tells CNBC that Bill Gates' ties to Jeffrey Epstein didn't drive his termination of donations.

I left the U.S. for Trinidad and Tobago: My family of 4 spends about $3,000 a month—and we've never been happier

Chantel Henry lives with her husband and two kids in Trinidad. She says living there has made her American Dream more affordable.

Fat cat? Weight-loss drugs may be coming for your overweight pet

Startups are testing GLP-1 treatments for overweight cats while pet-food giants are leaning into longevity products as owners spend more on animal health.

Chinese AI has leveled up, and brought renewed focus on the open weight model shift

It's the latest AI model from China to close the performance gap with leading U.S. AI labs.

Leather jacket worn by Nvidia CEO goes for just under $1 million at Sotheby's auction

The high price for the garment is a sign that collectors are looking to bid on artifacts and collectibles from the artificial intelligence boom.

Washington Post

U.S. strikes Iran after 2 service members killed, 1 missing in attack on Jordan base

The attacks mark the eighth consecutive day that U.S. forces have bombed Iran. The latest fatalities pushed the American military death toll from the conflict to 16.

Wildfire smoke will linger and spread this weekend. See which cities are most affected.

The smoke pouring into the U.S. made Detroit, Chicago and D.C. among the world's most polluted major cities as of early Friday.

Trump wants to impose tariffs on Canada in retaliation for wildfire smoke

The White House did not respond to questions about what legal mechanism he would use to impose the tariffs or how the administration would calculate the rate of the levies.

U.S. hits bridges and energy targets, Iran says, as strikes widen

The attacks on Iran’s infrastructure came on the sixth consecutive day of U.S. strikes. A retaliatory attack by Iran caused damage to a power and desalination plant in Kuwait.

How to protect yourself from wildfire smoke

Around 100 million people could experience unhealthy air this week. These simple tips will help protect your health.

After years of drone warfare, Ukraine is selling its ‘blood experience’ to allies

As unmanned aerial vehicles target Israel, Persian Gulf states and U.S. forces in the Middle East, Ukraine is selling equipment, giving advice and establishing joint production lines.

BBC

Best England team for a long time? That's a fact, says Rice

Midfielder Declan Rice says "this is the best England group for a very long time" after the Three Lions secure a third-placed finish at the 2026 World Cup.

Andrew Tate and brother arrested in US after more charges laid against them in UK

The Crown Prosecution Service says it has requested their extradition from the US, while their lawyer says they are "innocent".

Why some women are being driven out of the workplace by an illness

Three women describe how endometriosis has affected their careers, as an inquiry takes place.

The honours system used to be too posh but I'm proof change is happening

Record numbers of people from poorer backgrounds are now receiving awards.

New EU border system tripling time at passport control, airport boss says

Ryanair has also warned passengers travelling to Europe this summer to prepare for extended waits.

The Papers: 'Messiah without a mandate' and 'attack of the Argie ants'

Today's papers spotlight Andy Burnham on the eve of him becoming Britain's new prime minister.

England beat France in 10-goal thriller to win third-place play-off

Bukayo Saka scores a hat-trick as England beat France 6-4 in a thriller to record their best men's World Cup finish since 1966.

Why the World Cup half-time show may be a taste of things to come

The 2026 World Cup's spectacle is creating debate about the place of music in sport - and how it could infiltrate other tournaments.

England's best World Cup for 60 years - but how should it be judged?

England have secured their best men's World Cup finish since winning the tournament 60 years ago. Is their performance at the 2026 edition being under-appreciated?

Two US troops killed and one missing after Iranian attack in Jordan

Iran and the US have traded strikes as hostilities re-escalated this week, with Tehran targeting US military facilities across the Gulf region.

The Independent

Iran-US war latest: Two US service members killed as supreme leader issues warning to Trump

In a statement attributed to Mojtaba Khamenei, the supreme leader warned of ‘unforgettable lessons’ if the United States keeps attacking Iran

Rep. Anna Paulina Luna tipped off MAGA influencer on Trump’s VP pick for Polymarket bet: report

The tip allegedly inspired an investigation by federal regulators amid growing concern over insider political betting

Andrew and Tristan Tate arrested by US Marshals in Miami for UK rape charges

A lawyer for the brothers called the charges ‘madness’ and denied the Tates had participated in any wrongdoing

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Nine killed in drone strike on warehouse of Russia’s largest online retailer

Around 60 people are believed to be injured in the attack

Taylor Farms recalls lettuce shipped to 27 states over cyclospora risk

Taylor Farms has expanded a voluntary recall of its iceberg lettuce products sourced from central Mexico because of a potential link to the multistate cyclospora outbreak that has sickened people across the U.S. The California-based company said products with the potential to be contaminated with the diarrhea-causing parasite were shipped to 27 states including Texas, Florida, Pennsylvania and Illinois

Cuban artist and dissident exiled from country after 5 years in prison arrives in U.S.

A famous Cuban dissident artist, Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara, arrived in Miami on Saturday after being released from a five-year prison sentence on the condition that he leave his country

‘People are literally swimming’: New York City paralyzed by flash floods as water pours into subways

Social media footage shows commuters treading through knee-high water with trash bags covering their legs

Pilot in viral Blue Angels close-shave flyover admits beach buzz was ‘mistake’ not MAGA bravado

Commander of the Navy’s flight squad called the pass ‘unsafe’ while the Trump administration lauds risky maneuver

Taylor Farms reveals its full recall list after ‘explosive diarrhea’ outbreak tied to lettuce

The outbreak has been linked to shredded iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell locations across five states

Andy Burnham latest: New Labour leader plans policy blitz as Badenoch vows to give him ‘a rude awakening’

Mr Burnham has promised to be a leader in ‘all places’ as Britain’s next prime minister