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Toronto Star
Canada’s World Cup team shoots down rumours (sea of blue?) and talks up Moise Bombito on eve of opener
Coach Jesse Marsch also confirmed captain Alphonso Davies won't be ready to play Friday against Bosnia-Herzegovina at Toronto Stadium.
World Cup 2026 live: Toronto's FIFA Fan Fest evacuated; Mexico wins tournament opener
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is finally here. Follow our live coverage for everything you need to know.
Mark Carney pushes back on U.S. ambassador, says Canada already making offers to Trump
U.S. Ambassador Pete Hoekstra suggested Canada must make its best pitch to the U.S. president about how it can help Trump's economic agenda.
Killing of police Const. Marc Pinizzotto in 'high risk' Toronto raid leaves grief, swirling questions — 'Words cannot describe the pain'
How exactly the raid that ended in the killing of Const. Marc Pinizzotto is linked to the previous shooting at the U.S. Consulate, authorities have not yet said.
Carney government believes ramping up food production will cut prices
The federal government wants to expand Toronto's Ontario Food Terminal as part of a multibillion-dollar strategy to bulk up food production and cut prices in Canada's big-chain-dominated grocery market, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Thursday.
Tories challenge ruling allowing scrutiny of Ontario government appointments
Once the deciding committee goes on hiatus, appointments are rubber stamped after 30 days, Liberals say.
$198M contract awarded for Ontario Place parking garage
Premier Doug Ford is going ahead with a five-storey parking garage at Ontario Place, awarding a design-and-built contract despite warnings from critics the structure will spoil views of Lake Ontario and cause traffic back-ups on Lake Shore Boulevard.
Toronto police shooting recap: Officer Marc Pinizzotto was 18-year veteran; suspect named by police
Police have named the 19-year-old suspected shooter as Nicholas Bennett, saying he will be charged with first-degree murder in Pinizzotto’s death.
Toronto officer Marc Pinizzotto remembered as devoted father and hockey coach
Pinizzotto, an 18-year Toronto police veteran and member of the Emergency Task Force, was fatally shot Thursday morning during a police raid in North York.
Mark Carney urges premiers to keep networking with American counterparts
Amid the trade chaos fuelled by Donald Trump, the prime minister is welcoming efforts by Canada's premiers to keep the lines of communication open with their counterparts stateside.
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Globe and Mail
Trump’s latest comments on the USMCA evidence of his conflicting views on trade
U.S. President has a long history of running hot and cold on the matter, depending on his audience
Calls grow for Ottawa to change Indian Act
Some First Nations leaders say current law punishes Indigenous people for their choice in marriage partner
Alberta files appeal on separatist petition ruling
Court found petition should not have been filed under provincial law and failed to consult First Nations
Musk’s SpaceX prices record $75-billion IPO at $135 a share
The biggest-ever U.S. IPO makes the rocket and spacecraft manufacturer one of the world’s most valuable companies
Canadian mother sues OpenAI, alleging ChatGPT encouraged daughter’s suicide
Lawsuit accuses OpenAI of negligence in the design of ChatGPT and in its failure to warn users of the product’s dangers
Ukraine’s fight is longer than the First World War, and looks similar in the trenches
In Ukraine, more than a century after the First World War, men are still fighting and dying in muddy holes in the ground
Two-day-old baby elephant born in U.K. zoo plays with ball on eve of World Cup
A baby Asian elephant made his debut at a U.K. zoo on Wednesday at just two days old. On the eve of the FIFA World Cup, the baby boy was given a ball to play with and could be seen attempting a few dribbles and investigating with his trunk.
Six-year-old’s questions steal show at Pope event
A six-year-old stole the show when he asked Pope Leo XIV a series of questions during the pontiff’s meeting with charity and welfare organizations in Barcelona on Wednesday.
Grok AI chatbot violated Canadian privacy law, watchdog says
Commissioner says Grok’s AI image generation tool was launched without adequate safeguards and didn’t properly consider harms to privacy
Gordie Howe bridge opening delayed at U.S. request, Carney says
Invitations had already been sent out to mark the opening and Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens had said it would be open to traffic on Monday
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Global News
Canadian oil outages, bad weather to tighten inventories at key US storage hub
Wet weather and a power outage at Cenovus oilsands operations have helped push American oil reserves to their lowest level since 2020.
Bishnoi extortion gang gunman testifies he was paid $4,000 for B.C. shooting
Abjeet Kingra is one of the first convicted Bishnoi extortion gang members to face a public deportation hearing.
5 American cruise passengers arrested after port fight in Bahamas
As officers prepared to search the arrested individuals 'a violent struggle reportedly ensued between officers and the five suspects,' according to police.
U.K. defence minister resigns, says military spending plans ‘well short’
The resignation dealt another blow to embattled Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who is already facing demands from Labour colleagues to step down.
Ottawa condemns Russia’s threats against firms in Canada-Ukraine drone deal
The Kremlin called Canada a 'warmonger' nation for signing the joint production deal and vowed to respond, including by publishing the addresses of Canadian firms.
ChatGPT can now shop and pay on behalf of customers using their Visas
Visa says the feature will include spending limits and mandatory approval procedures, and that the agent will only be permitted to use customers' cards at approved retailers.
Trump cancels new strikes on Iran, suggests breakthrough in peace talks
Trump wrote on social media that 'discussions and final points have been, in both concept and great detail,' approved by United States, Israel, and other regional allies.
U.S. strikes Iran for 2nd day of renewed attacks as Trump pushes for deal
The escalating attacks threatened to derail efforts to end the war, with Trump warning that Tehran would 'pay the price' for stalled negotiations.
India eyes Canada as potential crude oil supplier in deepening energy ties
High Commissioner Dinesh Patnaik said at the Global Energy Show in Calgary that officials from the two countries are meeting regularly to discuss Canadian energy opportunities.
Petition targets Trump over use of Japanese manga characters on social media
Discontent among fans began months ago when they noticed Trump using images of famous Japanese anime characters, including Naruto, Pikachu, and Yu-Gi-Oh!.
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New York Times
Kennedy Center Votes to Appeal Order That Trump’s Name Be Removed
A federal judge had ruled that the Washington arts institution must take the president’s name off its facade by Friday.
Tornadoes Are Reported in Illinois as Storms Sweep the Midwest
For the second day in a row, Chicago is in the bull’s-eye of severe weather on Thursday, but the storm forecast is widespread.
Trump Picks Jay Clayton for Director of National Intelligence After Backlash Over Bill Pulte
The president said he would nominate Jay Clayton, the U.S. attorney in Manhattan and the former chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission, for the permanent role.
Mamdani Finds a Foil Familiar to New Yorkers: James Dolan
Mr. Dolan, the owner of the New York Knicks, began a public feud with Mayor Zohran Mamdani with his team on the verge of an N.B.A. title.
Whipsawed Between Fear and Relief, Iranians Hope for War’s End
In addition to concerns about their safety in the event of another all-out war, many Iranians worry about the country’s economy further collapsing if the conflict remains in limbo.
The World Cup Is Officially Underway
Also, Trump picks a new intelligence chief. Here’s the latest at the end of Thursday.
SpaceX Finalizes IPO Price at $135 a Share in World’s Largest Public Offering
Elon Musk’s rocket company said it would sell more than 555 million shares at $135 each in its blockbuster initial public offering, which is set to begin trading on Friday.
Tom Steyer Spent $558 Million. What a Waste.
Imagine what Tom Steyer could have done with all the money he wasted on another campaign.
Postal Service Issues Proposal to Block Mail Ballots in States That Don’t Turn Over Data
Democrats and voting-rights groups have challenged the proposed rule as a harmful federal intrusion that could affect millions of voters who cast their ballots by mail.
Skeptics Question Whether SpaceX Is Worth $1.77 Trillion
Elon Musk’s rocket company is spending big and losing money. That has raised questions about whether it can justify its valuation for its blockbuster initial public offering.
CNBC
SpaceX raising $75 billion in record-setting IPO as Nasdaq debut awaits
SpaceX is selling 555.6 shares at $135 a piece, raising $75 billion in the largest IPO on record.
From startup to $1.8 trillion: The investors who took a chance on SpaceX now reap the rewards
With SpaceX seeking an IPO valuation of nearly $1.8 trillion, early bets are poised to generate some of the biggest paper gains in venture capital history.
Trump picks former SEC Chairman Jay Clayton as national intelligence director
Trump's announcement came after House Democrats' objections to his pick of Bill Pulte as acting chief ensured that a key national security tool expires Friday.
Trump claims Iran war settled 'subject to finalization,' expects signing in 'next few days'
Hours earlier, Trump warned that the U.S. would attack Iran "VERY HARD TONIGHT" and soon take over Iran's oil infrastructure assets, including Kharg Island.
Oracle shares tumble 11% on increased capital raise, cash concerns
Oracle beat on earnings and revenue, but negative free cash flow and the company's plan to raise more capital is weighing on the stock.
Gold slumps to 6-month low even as inflation fears rise. Here's why bullion is out of favor
The yellow metal is at its lowest level of the year as potential interest rate increases and faltering technical signals weigh on prices.
Oil tanker CEO sees Hormuz ship traffic quickly increasing if U.S. and Iran reach a deal
Many shipowners are just waiting for the threat assessment to be downgraded before crossing Hormuz, Frontline CEO Lars Barstad said.
SpaceX IPO will test how Wall Street prices ‘strategic tech’
Elon Musk's SpaceX defies typical market buckets, and the IPO will give Wall Street another chance to value "strategic tech" like Palantir.
Ahead of SpaceX IPO, Elon Musk addresses ASML employees as part of push into chip manufacturing
Elon Musk called ASML a great company in a fireside chat with CEO Christophe Fouquet, as the SpaceX CEO gears up to go big in chip manufacturing.
OpenAI to acquire Ona to support its AI coding assistant, Codex
Ona's technology will allow OpenAI's coding assistant, Codex, to take on longer-running tasks, OpenAI said.
Washington Post
Trump says he has canceled plans to strike Iran, claiming deal is near
President Donald Trump on Thursday withdrew threats to take Iran’s most critical oil terminal “in the not too distant future," after fresh attacks on U.S. bases in the region.
El Niño is officially here, bringing domino weather effects across the planet
By the time an El Niño is declared, it means Earth’s atmosphere is already beginning to respond.
U.S. launches new strikes on Iran, hours after Trump issued warning
U.S. Central Command said it went after “multiple targets” after the president said Tehran would “pay the price” for not making a deal.
A new wave of anti-immigrant violence hits U.K. as riots convulse Belfast
Attackers torched neighborhoods across Belfast, the capital of Northern Ireland, after a Sudanese asylum seeker was arrested and accused of stabbing a man.
BBC
From near death to World Cup hero - Jimenez's tears for Mexico
From nearly dying on the pitch to scoring for Mexico at the World Cup - Raul Jimenez has completed a remarkable comeback.
The Papers: 'Healey torpedoes Starmer' and 'Game on!'
Defence Secretary John Healey's resignation and the start of the World Cup dominate Friday's papers.
World Cup kicks off in Mexico with Shakira, dancing, and protests
There was a star-studded opening ceremony, and some sporadic clashes between police and protesters around the Azteca stadium.
World Cup kicks off in Mexico with Shakira, dancing, and protests
There was a star-studded opening ceremony, and some sporadic clashes between police and protesters around the Azteca stadium.
More than 50 Iranian military bases damaged in US strikes since start of war, satellite images show
Bases across Iran have been hit by US strikes, with experts identifying damage to jets and warships.
Air India crash families' year-long battle to identify remains of victims
Relatives urge Indian authorities for answers after receiving the misidentified, and in one case mixed, remains of their loved ones.
'I've never been this good' – revolutionary immune reset puts lupus in remission
Patients on the trial have not needed medication to manage their condition.
Elon Musk's SpaceX raises $75bn ahead of record stock market debut
The public sale is also expected to make Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire.
Three red cards - are referees getting tough at this World Cup?
Three players were sent off in the World Cup opener as Mexico beat South Africa 2-0. Are we about to see a World Cup littered with red cards?
Why the economics makes this the craziest world cup ever
From trade wars to soaring ticket prices, the 2026 World Cup is unlike any before it. Faisal Islam explores what this tournament reveals about our changing global economy.
The Independent
Jury convicts the brother of Massachusetts attorney general in rideshare sex assaults
A jury has convicted the brother of Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell of sexually assaulting women while posing as a rideshare driver
Even Republicans think it’s not ‘appropriate’ for Trump to host a UFC fight at the White House
The fight at the White House is set for Sunday, but a legal challenge could yet derail the event
Fire at medical equipment warehouse in California prompts evacuations at nearby warehouses
A fire at a medical equipment warehouse east of San Francisco has sent thick black smoke pouring into the sky and prompted evacuations of other nearby warehouses
Starmer ‘not listening’ says Al Carns who becomes second defence minister to resign in 24 hours - live updates
Dan Jarvis appointed new defence secretary as Al Carns quits over prime minister’s defence funding plan
Girl charged with attempted murder after Manchester school stabbing
Two 14-year-old pupils and a 27-year-old male staff member were injured in the incident
Mom tried to buy World Cup tickets for her son — and ended up with an $8,000 parking pass
This year’s FIFA World Cup kicked off Thursday in Mexico City
Washington Post subscriber sues news outlet, accuses it of using ‘surveillance pricing’ to gouge readers
Court papers allege that The Post began ‘covertly harvesting’ readers’ data from after Jeff Bezos paid $250 million for it in 2013
Iran-US war latest: Trump drops threat of more airstrikes tonight claiming ‘final points’ of deal agreed in ‘great detail’
A formal announcement will be unveiled ‘shortly,’ the Republican president wrote on Truth Social
Walmart shifts its ‘deals’ event to go head-to-head with Amazon Prime Day
The promotional push arrives weeks after Walmart reported a $175 million hit to its first-quarter operating income due to rising fuel costs
The top photos of the week by AP photojournalists
June 5 - 11, 2026 This photo gallery, curated by photo editor Anita Baca, highlights some of the most compelling images worldwide published by The Associated Press in the past week.
