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CBC.ca
Freeland will move to U.K. for new job as CEO of Rhodes Trust educational charity
Liberal MP Chrystia Freeland will move to Oxford, England, to take on a new position next summer administering the Rhodes Trust, the educational charity says.
Rising cost of food is changing how Canadians eat, survey shows
According to the latest edition of the Canadian Food Sentiment Index, four out of every five people surveyed said food is their top expense pressure.
Bill restoring citizenship for 'Lost Canadians' clears Senate, will become law
The "Lost Canadians" legislation, which aims to fix Canada's unconstitutional citizenship by descent rules, passed in the Senate Wednesday and is on track to become law.
CDC adopts Robert F. Kennedy's anti-vaccine views on autism website
A U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website has been changed to contradict the longtime scientific conclusion that vaccines do not cause autism, spurring outrage among a number of public health and autism experts.
City investigating after videos show Toronto contractor drive snowplow through pro-Palestinian demonstration
“Thank goodness no one was hurt,” Mayor Olivia Chow told reporters before confirming city staff have been asked to investigate incident.
Delay in COVID-19 lockdowns in U.K. resulted in some 23,000 more deaths: public inquiry
Former British prime minister Boris Johnson oversaw a "toxic," "chaotic" and dithering response to the COVID-19 pandemic, with a delay in locking the country down resulting in about 23,000 more deaths, a report by a public inquiry concluded on Thursday.
This moss survived 9 months outside the International Space Station in the harshness of space
Space is a harsh environment: it's a vacuum with freezing temperatures, super high ultraviolet radiation and, of course, almost no oxygen. But Japanese researchers have found a type of moss that doesn’t really care about much of that.
Deadly Israeli strikes in Gaza continue into Thursday, with 32 killed in past 24 hours
Israeli airstrikes killed five people and wounded 18 others in Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip on Thursday, local health authorities said, after Hamas and Israel accused each other of violating an increasingly fragile six-week-old truce.
Long-serving inmate with history of prison hostage-takings sentenced in Nova Scotia
A 43-year-old convicted murderer incarcerated since a teen has been handed an additional 12 months behind bars for confining two correctional guards, with a Nova Scotia judge remarking on the lengthy periods in segregation she has faced during her time in the prison system.
Syrian family reunited in Alberta after nearly a decade of immigration hurdles
Baraah Mohammad wanted to join her family in Canada after fleeing the war. What ensued was an eight-year struggle through the immigration process.
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Toronto Star
'Our city has a heavy heart today': Three people still missing after Brampton house fire that killed two
Peel police say there are 11 people "associated" with the home damaged by the blaze. One child and three others were hospitalized with critical injuries but are now stable.
Raptors Insider: Darko Rajakovic is proving he can deliver wins — and he's doing it his way
The Raptors coach has done a tremendous job of changing the atmosphere around the team and his teaching skills were undeniable. Now the wins are piling up, too.
Bell Canada and its media subsidiary laying off almost 700 employees
The telecom company said the changes to its team structure are intended to advance its "three-year strategic plan focused on delivering sustainable growth across all key business units."
Prince Harry to speak at a Toronto real estate conference next month
The Duke of Sussex is slated to appear for an 'exclusive conversation' at the Ontario Real Estate Association's Power House Conference on Dec. 1.
Fire prompts evacuations at UN climate talks in Brazil, but officials say no one hurt
Organizers said the fire was under control and caused no injuries. Firefighters and security teams responded promptly and continue to monitor the site.
The 2026 Met Gala theme — and eyebrow-raising sponsor — is all the buzz. Here's what you need to know
Fashion's biggest night will be underwritten by a billionaire and tied to the Metropolitan Museum of Art exhibition exploring the relationship between "clothing and the body."
Listen: We speak to some Canadian stars of the stage and screen about the Jays' magical 2025 run and what's to come
We sit in the limbo between the end of the World Series and the beginning of the winter transaction season
Freeland will move to U.K. for new job at prestigious Rhodes Trust
The charity is famous for its prestigious Rhodes Scholarship, which offers students from around the world the chance to study at Oxford university.
CDC website changed to contradict scientific conclusion that vaccines don't cause autism
Widespread scientific consensus and decades of studies have firmly concluded there is no link between vaccines and autism.
The trail had gone cold for millions in stolen crypto. Then came the ‘aha!' moment that unlocked the mystery
Bitcoin taken from Canadians ended up in crypto wallets controlled by ‘a hidden company.’ The fight to recoup the funds is far from over.
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Globe and Mail
Trump accuses Democrats of sedition ‘punishable by death’ after video message to military
Six Democrats called on U.S. military members to uphold the Constitution and defy ‘illegal orders’
EU demands answers from Elon Musk’s X over ‘appalling’ hate speech on Grok
X users and the Anti-Defamation League complained that Grok was producing content with antisemitic tropes and praise for Adolf Hitler
Smuggling ring trafficking antiquities across Europe busted in international operation
Criminal group has been operating in Western Europe, the Balkans, the U.S. and other countries for over 16 years
Trump supports peace proposal that calls for Ukraine to cede land, source says
Kyiv under pressure from White House to accept the plan drafted without its involvement
Israel attacks Gaza in deadliest strikes since ceasefire began
Gaza’s Health Ministry reported more than 300 deaths since the truce began
Israeli strikes kill several in Gaza, testing fragile ceasefire
Several Palestinians were killed in four Israeli airstrikes on Wednesday in a part of Gaza under Hamas control since a shaky ceasefire took effect in October, health authorities said.
Trump signs bill to release Epstein files
U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday signed the bill to release the files from the Justice Department investigation into the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
China escalates spat with Japan over Taiwan in apparent warning to others
It has banned some Japanese imports, cancelled trade talks and is threatening further countermeasures if Tokyo does not retract Taiwan comments
Who is Ryan Wedding, the former Canadian Olympic snowboarder on the FBI’s Most Wanted list?
Wedding is alleged to be one of North America’s most significant criminal overlords
Trump to meet Mamdani at White House on Friday
New York City’s mayor-elect said earlier this week that his team had reached out to the White House to arrange a meeting
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Global News
COP30: Fire prompts evacuation at Brazil building used for UN climate talks
The fire was reported in the health and science pavilion on the next-to-last scheduled day of the conference, known as COP30, officials said.
Miss Universe contestant rushed to hospital after falling off stage
In a video shared on social media, Miss Jamaica Gabrielle Henry is seen walking across the stage in an orange gown and high heels before falling off the runway.
Carney visits UAE amid pressure to push for end to Sudan civil war support
Carney's visit is aimed at attracting investment from Emirati sovereign wealth funds and the private sector to help diversify Canada's economy in response to U.S. tariffs.
Miss Universe judge quits days before pageant, claims finalists pre-chosen
Omar Harfouch formally warned 'all past and current judges' that 'participation in the final jury of Miss Universe may legally implicate them in an act of global-scale fraud.'
The Canadians in Hamas: The operative, leader and financier
About 450 people with assorted roles in Hamas have ties to Canada, Global News has learned.
WestJet weight cap on power wheelchairs leaves some Canadians grounded, advocates say
Travelers and advocates say a rule at WestJet Airlines that prevents passengers from traveling with some wheelchairs is discriminating against people living with a disability.
Israel strikes Palestinian refugee camp in Lebanon, 13 killed: officials
The Israeli military said it struck a Hamas training compound that was being used to prepare an attack against Israel and its army, allegations that Hamas denied.
Not ‘a ton of optimism’ Putin wants Ukraine peace, Canadian official says
International efforts to bring a negotiated end to the war have crumbled, with Putin showing no willingness to order a ceasefire or enter peace talks.
11 arrested, more tourists hospitalized as Istanbul poisoning mystery deepens
Over the weekend, two tourists staying at the same hotel as the deceased family were hospitalized after displaying symptoms of nausea and vomiting.
Cloudflare outage knocks out parts of internet as work underway on fix
A technical issue hitting internet infrastructure firm Cloudflare has sent a ripple effect across parts of the internet Tuesday morning with multiple global outages reported.
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New York Times
Iran Withdraws From Deal for International Nuclear Inspections
Iran’s foreign minister said his country would halt plans for a reinstatement of nuclear inspections at a time of heightened concern over Iran’s enriched uranium.
Justice Dept. Appears to Be Examining Potential Leaks in Schiff Inquiry
A subpoena issued by the F.B.I. suggests the Justice Department may be seeking to identify officials who might have shared information about the inquiry into Senator Adam Schiff in an unauthorized way.
Appeals Court Blocks Release of Hundreds of Chicago-Area Immigration Detainees
The order temporarily halts a federal judge’s call to release several hundred people arrested during the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown in Illinois.
U.S. Ran a War Game on Ousting Maduro. Venezuela Fell Into Chaos.
An official U.S. government exercise during President Trump’s first term forecast turmoil and potential violence in a post-Maduro Venezuela.
Justice Democrats Re-Emerge in New York to Try to Unseat Espaillat
The group, which powered Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s rise in 2018, is backing Darializa Avila Chevalier’s bid to unseat Representative Adriano Espaillat.
Before Fatal UPS Plane Crash, Engine Brace Had Cracked, Safety Agency Says
The cargo plane was taking off from Louisville earlier this month when it crashed moments after becoming airborne, killing the three crew members and 11 people on the ground.
Officials Move to Drop Case Against Drivers in Chicago Immigration Clash
Two motorists had been charged with crimes in connection to an incident in Chicago in October. Federal authorities had shot and injured one of the drivers.
Walmart Sales Rise as Shoppers Look For Savings
The retailer increased its guidance for the year, anticipating more price-conscious shoppers would flock to its stores.
It’s Deeper Than Nick Fuentes
Understanding the Right’s antisemitic turn.
Border Patrol Ends Operation in Charlotte, N.C.
The operation, which led to more than 370 arrests, had put a purple state firmly at the center of one of the Trump administration’s most visible immigration strategies.
CNBC
Walmart hikes sales and earnings forecast as it attracts shoppers across incomes
Walmart, which caters to shoppers across incomes, may offer the clearest snapshot of U.S. consumer health so far this retail earnings season.
Bitcoin falls to lowest level since April
Bitcoin dropped on Thursday to levels not seen in more than six months.
Nvidia stock turns negative — reverses post-earnings rally
The AI chipmaker's strong quarterly earnings boosted global tech stocks.
Delayed September report shows U.S. added 119,000 jobs, more than expected; unemployment rate at 4.4%
Nonfarm payrolls were expected to add 50,000 in September, according to the Dow Jones consensus estimate.
European markets close higher as Nvidia results ease investor concerns over AI bubble
European stocks ended in positive territory on Thursday, mirroring market moves in Asia.
Ray Dalio says we are definitely in a bubble, but that doesn't mean you should sell yet
The billionaire investor also said the bubble needs to be popped.
Google launches Nano Banana Pro, an updated AI image generator powered by Gemini 3
The original Nano Banana rolled out in August and went viral in a social media trend that turned selfies into 3D figurines.
Epstein files bill signed by Trump, starting 30-day timer for their release
The Jeffrey Epstein files bill was overwhelmingly passed by the House and Senate. Only Republican Rep. Clay Higgins of Louisiana voting against it.
U.S. greenlights AI chip exports to Gulf tech giants after Saudi Crown Prince's Washington visit
The approval marks a major reversal for the U.S., which had previously balked at the idea of direct exports to state-backed AI companies in the Gulf.
Obesity-drugmaker Novo Nordisk helps drive Denmark's fastest growth in years
Denmark's GDP grew by the most in four years as Novo Nordisk continues to boost the small Nordic country's economy.
Washington Post
U.S. delivers peace plan for Ukraine, sparking fears of ‘capitulation’
Kyiv’s European partners said they should be involved in proposals for the security of Ukraine and Europe, indicating they hadn’t even been briefed on the plan.
Israeli strikes kill at least 32 people in Gaza despite ceasefire
The deaths added to a growing toll of Palestinian casualties since a U.S.-backed ceasefire in Gaza went into effect last month.
Inside a thriving Chinatown neighborhood in the heart of West Africa
Chinese migrants have created a lively community in the Malian capital of Bamako but the advance of Islamist militants has them questioning their futures.
Albania is fighting corruption. The accused are fighting back.
To join the E.U., candidate countries such as Albania are prosecuting once-powerful politicians, showing that no one is above the law. Defendants see a witch hunt.
Deadly bear attacks set Japan on edge, prompt military action
A record 13 people have been killed by bears so far this year. Canada, the U.S. and several other nations have issued warnings for citizens traveling in Japan.
U.S. pushes new Ukraine peace plan as Trump’s Army secretary visits Kyiv
The administration is renewing efforts to end the war, pitching a revised ceasefire proposal and giving a top military official an unusual diplomatic assignment.
Since Khashoggi’s killing, here’s how U.S.-Saudi relations have changed
After Mohammed bin Salman’s last White House visit, U.S.-Saudi ties were strained by the slaying of Jamal Khashoggi. They’ve rebounded in Trump’s second term.
Israeli figures warn state has ‘lost control’ as West Bank settlers attack
A former general and an Israeli opposition leader both blamed the government for helping foster what they described as “Jewish terrorism.”
Joy as Haitian men’s team secures first World Cup berth since 1974
With their Port-au-Prince stadium under gang control, the Grenadiers are playing home games in Curaçao. Their French coach hasn’t visited Haiti since his appointment.
NATO on alert as Poland accuses Russia of ‘state terrorism’ in rail blast
Tensions rose after a blast damaged the Warsaw-Lublin rail line, which has been used to deliver aid to Ukraine, and a Russian missile attack killed at least 25 people in Ternopil.
BBC
Channel Tunnel says UK investment 'non-viable' as it halts projects
The company claims "unsustainable" levels of taxation has made any future investments "non-viable".
Zelensky to speak with Trump after US proposes Russia-Ukraine peace plan
The plan was reportedly drafted by US and Russian officials, without Ukraine's involvement.
Ice warnings spread across parts of UK gripped by cold snap
New ice warnings were issued in Scotland, England and Wales for Friday, with the coldest night of the week expected on Thursday.
Five claims made in new book about Princess Diana's Panorama interview
Dianarama re-examines the 1995 BBC Panorama interview by disgraced reporter Martin Bashir.
Police failed to act on historic sex abuse claims against rapist Met officer
In 2016, his local police force was made aware of sex abuse claims decades before he joined the Metropolitan Police.
Tributes to Stone Roses and Primal Scream bassist Mani
The Stone Roses pay tribute to "our wonderful brother" Gary 'Mani' Mounfield after his death aged 63.
'Huge columns of smoke': BBC at the scene of fire at COP30
Climate Editor Justin Rowlatt was at the UN climate talks in Brazil when a fire broke out.
Vinted blocks 'sickening' sexually explicit ads
The online marketplace removed adverts which included a video a user said depicted a pornographic scene.
Lockdown could have been avoided and other key findings from Covid inquiry
The long-awaited report is published into how well or badly the government handled the Covid pandemic.
Should Townsend continue or is it time for change?
After frustrating defeats to New Zealand and Argentina, Tom English suggests it is time Scotland considered replacing long-serving head coach Gregor Townsend.
The Independent
Death row inmate who killed his boss in brutal attack set for lethal injection in Florida’s 17th execution this year
The highest previous annual total of Florida executions was eight in 2014
White House blames Democrats for Trump’s threats to execute political opponents as backlash grows — Live updates
After signing the Epstein Transparency Act, Trump lashes out at Democratic lawmakers over video they posted: ‘Punishable by DEATH!”
Police dog sniffs out suspect hiding in wheelie bin
This is the moment a police dog helped sniff out a suspect who was hiding in a wheelie bin.
White House defends Trump’s ‘HANG THEM’ repost in rant calling for death to members of Congress over military remarks
Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt accused the Democratic legislators of attempting to undermine Trump’s authority over America’s armed forces
Coast Guard guidelines no longer consider swastikas, nooses, and the Confederate flag to be hate symbols: report
‘We don’t deserve the trust of the nation if we’re unclear about the divisiveness of swastikas,’ one Coast Guard official said in response to the reported change
Mike Johnson serves up word salad when asked about Trump’s call for Congress members to face death penalty
Johnson criticizes Democrats after the president says Democrats committed “SEDITIOUS BEHAVIOR’ that is ‘punishable by DEATH’
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky to speak with Trump after US ‘approves peace deal with Moscow’
Ukraine would need to give up long-range missiles and slash its military force by half under terms of deal, officials say
Covid chaos in Boris Johnson’s government led to 23,000 deaths, damning inquiry finds
Report finds PM and Dominic Cummings presided over ‘toxic and chaotic culture’ in Downing Street
Teenage stepbrother of 18-year-old who died on Carnival cruise now a suspect, say court papers
The teenage stepbrother of an 18-year-old woman who died on a Carnival cruise ship is a suspect in the FBI investigation, according to court papers filed this week
Cracker Barrel director abruptly quits but CEO keeps her job after disastrous rebrand
Cracker Barrel reinstated its original logo within a week following swift opposition
