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CBC.ca

'They’re the nicest people': Obama mocks Trump for hitting Canada with tariffs

Former U.S. president Barack Obama slammed the Trump administration's tariff regime on Saturday, noting the absurdity of engaging in a trade war with Canada.

Convicted murderer who attended McGill's faculty of law now back in custody

Jeffrey George Ewert, a convicted murderer who has stirred controversy while attending law courses at McGill University, is back in custody while authorities look more closely at his case.

Toronto police seeking mother, 22, for allegedly abducting her 3 children

Toronto police are seeking the public’s help in locating three missing children, allegedly abducted by their mother from the Midland Avenue and Eglinton Avenue East area.

Tens of thousands march in France as protests continue over schools and living costs

Clashes erupted in Paris as a mass march drew to a close Saturday, with more than 400,000 people rallying across France over school funding and soaring living costs in a fresh challenge to President Emmanuel Macron's government.

Israelis are leaving in record numbers. This expert thinks the coming election could push more out the door

A record number of Israelis have left the country in recent years, data shows, and experts are raising the alarm ahead of a "watershed" election that they say could add to the trend and put more strain on the country's economy.

From horses to electric cars: Sask. couple sees world transform over 75-year marriage

Helen and Larry Frey of Fort Qu'Appelle, Sask., have not only witnessed growth in their relationship, but growth in the world around them over the quarter-century of their marriage.

Fjord's Sebastian Stan, Cristian Mungiu on making a movie no one can agree on

Fjord director Cristian Mungiu and star Sebastian Stan talk to CBC News about their divisive and celebrated flick.

The RDSP was meant to help disabled Canadians save for the future. Yet many don't know it exists

The Registered Disability Savings Plan was intended to be a financial safety net for people with disabilities and the families who care for them. But it's only reaching about a third of those it was designed to help.
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Globe and Mail

Cost-of-living protests in Italy turn into clashes with police

Protesters across Italy took to the streets on Saturday (October 24) to protest against war and the rising cost of living, in a march that was marked by tensions and clashes with security forces.

Protesters clash with police as demonstrations grip France

Hundreds of thousands of demonstrators marched in France on Saturday, with largely peaceful rallies giving way to clashes in Paris and Marseille as night fell despite a huge security operation aimed at preventing a repeat of last week's unrest.

Jordan’s king orders ‘iron fist’ response to rare church shooting that killed eight

No immediate claim of responsibility for the attack that left 40 hurt

Cuban envoy asks Canada to renew rejection of U.S. blockade

Canada has backed UN motion calling for end of embargo multiple times

Fire devastates Eagle’s Nest retreat built for Hitler, one suspect detained

Work to extinguish the blaze was still in progress Saturday, as police said building was almost completely burned down

Italy deploys hundreds of soldiers as protests planned across Europe

Milan is among the many other European cities where demonstrations were also scheduled Saturday, from Portugal to Albania

Houthis say they’ve targeted Saudi oil facilities and airports, strikes reported in Yemen

No immediate confirmation from ​Saudi authorities on Houthi reports, nor was it clear if attacks had struck targets including Riyadh airport

Musk says SpaceX throttled Starlink service as Ukraine access is restored

Ukrainian military violated terms of service by using the civilian satellite internet service for offensive drone attacks, Elon Musk says

Hundreds of thousands protest again in France over school funding, living costs

Paris march ends in clashes as demonstrators throw objects, police fire tear gas and use water cannons

Canada’s potential EU ‘associate membership’ needs to be defined - and trigger projects - to be taken seriously

Associate status will take on real significance only if real money for real projects is committed
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Global News

Palestinian officials plead to foreign governments as Israelis return to the polls

A day after attacks by Palestinian gunmen killed two soldiers, Israel imposed widespread closures, displacing residents in the city of Hebron.

Infantino says ‘vast, vast majority’ of soccer supports him ahead of FIFA elections

Infantino is seeking re-election next year as the head of soccer’s world governing body in face of attempts to force him to stand down after he planned to sell World Cup stakes.

7 dead, 40 wounded after gunmen open fire at funeral in Jordan

The shooting took place at a Greek Orthodox church in Karak, about 90 kilometers (55 miles) south of the capital, Amman.

Up to 70,000 police mobilized to curb violence at France protests

In Paris, authorities restricted the main march to the city’s southeastern edge, keeping it away from the center.

Ukraine and Russia eye new peace talks but steep obstacles remain

Ukraine and Russia have signaled their willingness to resume U.S.-brokered peace talks and are backing a humanitarian mission led by First lady Melania Trump.

Cuban ambassadors ask Canada to renew rejection of U.S. embargo and fuel blockade

Havana is urging Ottawa not to drop its public opposition to the decades-long U.S. embargo as Washington ramps up pressure on countries supporting Cuba.

Footage captures TV reporter rescuing man from sinking car during flood

The rescue was caught on camera as Will Murray was reporting on the heavy rainfall and flooding in Australia when a man drove his car through the floodwaters.

Helium designated a critical material in the U.S. amid global supply risk

The U.S. designated helium as a critical material on Friday as the global supply is at risk of disruption, according to the Energy Department.

Suspect arrested after Paris-area ‘terrorist crime’ kills 1

Minister Nuñez said the shootings happened at three separate locations in the towns of Trappes and La Verrière, near Paris, and that they took less than 15 minutes in total.

Meghan Markle ‘deeply distressed’ by child sex abuse image claims against dad

'My sincerest hope is that justice will be fully served and that the priority remains the safety and protection of innocent children,' Meghan Markle said in a statement.
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New York Times

Obama Issues Searing Attacks on Trump, Ramaswamy in Return to Campaign Trail

The 44th president sharply criticized Mr. Trump, who hit back later in the day. Mr. Obama also assailed Vivek Ramaswamy, the Republican nominee for governor of Ohio.

Italy’s Young Protesters Return to the Streets

Fed up with the political establishment and rising cost of living, demonstrators hoped to make their message heard after violence overshadowed protests last weekend.

How Trump Gave the Worst Polluters a Free Pass

The president temporarily waived clean-air rules for industrial facilities that spew cancer-causing gases. Then his appointees worked to gut the regulations altogether.

A New Level of Threat and Fear Risks Pushing the U.S. and Iran Back to Full War

With new intelligence and the possibility of all sides seeking pretexts for action, the war in Iran is entering a dangerous phase ahead of elections in the United States and Israel.

Iranians Face Anxious Wait as Threat of Attack Looms

The United States and Israel have drawn up plans to renew strikes against Iran, creating a sense of dread among war-weary residents.

Elon Musk Says Ukraine Violated Starlink’s Rules

The comments were his first since the disruption in the country’s satellite service. Earlier, Ukraine said drones using Starshield, the Pentagon-funded service, were back to normal speeds.

The Eyes of Elizabeth Holmes

Look into that unblinking gaze and see the abyss.

In Alaska, Some Early Voting Sites in Rural Villages Have Not Yet Opened

“There is no legal excuse” for the failure of 18 polling sites to open for early voting, a state lawmaker said.

Unrest Erupts Again in France, but This Time, With Less Property Damage

After largely peaceful marches on Saturday, clashes broke out in the evening. But a large-scale police presence, 1,000 arrests and the rerouting of protest routes kept a lid on wholesale vandalism.

Alaska Election Gambit Shows Justice Dept. Has Bowed to Trump’s Demands

With moves in Alaska and California, the department has stepped up interventions in the midterm elections as the president’s instrument of unmediated executive power.

CNBC

American embassies tighten security as Iran threat warnings intensify ahead of U.S. midterm elections

A memo from DNI director Jay Clayton said Iran is in the "advanced stages" of planning attacks against Americans.

After SpaceX restores high-speed service, Musk claims Ukraine violated Starlink agreement

Ukraine says restrictions on Starlink and Starshield have been lifted, restoring connectivity to fast-moving military systems after disruptions.

Fewer people are flying as airfare soars. Here's why airlines aren't worried

Airlines are reporting fewer people flew in the third quarter as airfare surged on fuel costs, but executives say travelers are mostly swallowing higher fares.

Why popular airplanes are getting scrapped years early

Airplanes are getting dismantled for parts years ahead of schedule because engines and other components are in short supply.

Retail investors are not more sophisticated than 30 years ago, says former hedge fund manager

Retail investors trying to beat the market by buying individual stocks and complex exchange-traded funds may be better off with broad market index funds.

What next for France as riots rattle markets? Three questions facing investors ahead of more protests

French unrest pushed bond yields to a 24-year high as investors weigh budget, growth and sectors risks ahead of more protests.

What a day in customer service looks like — as AI changes everything

Customer service can be a "really, really difficult job." Will AI make it easier — or cause even more headaches?

Moody's holds steady on France's credit rating as country grapples with turmoil and higher yields

Moody's left its credit rating on France at Aa3, giving the country some relief in a week of unrest.

Trump dropping some Canada tariffs but 'replacing' them with other products

Sen. Susan Collins announced Canada was dropping Canadian tariffs, but the White House later said it was "replacing" the ones removed from the list.

Trump says he ordered DOJ suit to block Alaska Senate race certification if Republican loses

There are two Dan Sullivans on the ballot in the Senate race in Alaska. The DOJ says that fact could help Democratic nominee Mary Peltola defeat both of them.

BBC

Budget to include £1bn for social and affordable housing

The move will take funding for the 10-year programme to more than £40bn.

Obama attacks Trump as he campaigns for Democrats ahead of midterm elections

"This election is our last best chance to at least rein in some of the foolishness of this administration," Obama said.

Meghan broke contact with father in letter citing abuse claims

Sources close to the duchess said she warned her father last year that he would never meet his grandchildren.

Students like new tenancy freedoms - but landlords warn of higher rents

The Renters' Rights Act gives greater flexibility to leave a tenancy but the changes have posed challenges for student landlords.

Storm Boelo amber warnings kick in as parts of UK brace for 80mph gusts

Scotland, parts of northern England and Northern Ireland are forecast to be hit with the strongest winds from the country's second storm in as many days.

Antonelli stands on brink of history in Austin

Kimi Antonelli can become the youngest F1 world champion on Sunday, but far from feeling the pressure he says he is enjoying himself more than usual.

Burnham open to 'honest discussion' on EU free movement

The PM said he wants a "factual" and "evidence-based debate" about returning to free movement between Britain and Europe.

Voters in Brazil to choose between Lula and Bolsonaro's son

Flávio Bolsonaro, the son of Brazil's jailed former president, is presenting a strong challenge to Lula, 80, who is seeking a fourth term in office.

Rosebank: Life on the oil field at the centre of a political storm

Scotland editor James Cook finds out what life is like on board a ship in an untapped oil field awaiting its fate.

Why the charts are full of old songs - and so are your playlists

The chart is full is full of old music and classic songs are dominating streaming services. But why?

The Independent

El Salvador’s Bukele says bodies found in Haiti are not those of missing Salvadorans

El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele has denied that human remains handed over to his military teams at Haiti’s airport are the bodies of four Salvadorans reported missing after coming under attack by gangs on Oct. 18

New York's archdiocese and survivors of clergy abuse agree to $800 million legal settlement

The Archdiocese of New York and attorneys for about 1,300 parishioners who say they were sexually abused by clergy have agreed to an $800 million settlement of their legal claims

Explosion and fire erupt at Quaker Oats plant in Cedar Rapids, Iowa; no injuries

An apparent explosion has caused a fire at a Quaker Oats plant in Iowa that the company touts as the largest milling facility in the world

British and French paratroopers in largest airborne drill for decades amid Russia fears

Overall, roughly 2,500 personnel took part, which included 600 French and British paratroopers dropping from four RAF A400M Atlas aircraft

MAGA candidate reveals how he feels about Trump constantly talking about his rear

Jon Husted is currently behind in the polls to Democrat Sherrod Brown

Obama unloads on Trump over the Iran war and mocks the president’s diplomatic strategy

Obama bashed Trump for causing fuel prices to surge and what he saw as the unnecessary deaths of service members in a war that has raged on for nearly eight months

Andy Burnham: Time for honest discussion about freedom of movement between UK and EU

Prime minister says it is time for ‘evidence-based debate’ about what a new relationship with the EU would look like

Osborne lists Tory Brexiteers who ‘stopped him cutting welfare’ in warning to Badenoch

The former chancellor said the biggest opposition he faced to bringing down the welfare bill came from his own Conservative Party

Nearly 1 million chickens killed at egg farm as nation’s largest bird flu outbreak grows

Losing nearly a million hens could cut egg supplies and drive prices higher

Britain must be ready for war in 1,000 days, Wes Streeting warns

Wes Streeting has warned that Britain’s adversaries will be ready to attack UK by 2030