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CBC.ca

Kugaaruk, Nunavut, declares state of emergency over failure at water treatment plant
In a news release Sunday, the Nunavut Emergency Management (NEM) said the hamlet declared a local state of emergency after sea water infiltrated the water treatment plant leaving the community without a reliable source of potable water.

Anti-hate bill stalled after Fraser’s office brokered deal without PMO approval: sources
The future of the federal government’s anti-hate Bill C-9 is unclear, after Justice Minister Sean Fraser’s office brokered a deal with the Bloc Québécois without getting it approved by the Prime Minister’s Office, sources tell CBC News.

Liberals to open new fast track to permanent residency for 5,000 foreign doctors
The federal government is promising to open up permanent residency for foreign doctors currently working in Canada as temporary foreign residents in order to tackle the doctor shortage across the country.

Woman dies after being found in bitter cold outside Laval seniors' residence
An 88-year-old woman has died after being found outside a seniors' residence in Laval early this morning. Temperatures dropped to -18 C early Monday morning, according to Environment Canada.

One Battle After Another leads Golden Globe nominations, Canadians Catherine O'Hara and Martin Short nominated
One Battle After Another collected nine nominations for the 83rd Golden Globes, while Sentimental Value has eight, Sinners seven, and Hamnet six. Performances by stars of The White Lotus and Adolescence helped those films rack up a number of nominations on the TV side, too.

Hate crime unit investigating removal of Jewish prayer scrolls from Toronto doorways
About 20 mezuzahs were reportedly taken over the weekend from outside multiple units of a Toronto Seniors Housing Corporation building, Toronto police say.

Could you outrun the train? Toronto's new LRT takes 55 minutes to cover 10.3 km
Northwest Toronto's newly-opened light-rail transit (LRT) line is getting its first taste of rush hour Monday — but it doesn't appear to be rushing.

Ukraine's Zelenskyy meets with EU, NATO leaders after talks with U.S. on revised peace plan
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was meeting with British, French and German leaders in London on Monday, followed by scheduled NATO-hosted talks, rallying allies for support as the United States increases pressure on Kyiv to agree to a proposed peace deal with Russia.

Yukon Legislative Assembly resumes with the largest government caucus in territory’s history
The 36th Yukon Legislative Assembly begins Monday in Whitehorse, only two weeks after the new government was sworn in.
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Toronto Star

'It's going to be … a mess': Passengers react as Air Transat set to suspend flights Monday amid pilots' strike notice
"We understand that this situation may cause uncertainty and concern," the airline said in a statement.

Hate crime unit investigating thefts of Jewish prayer scrolls from North York supportive housing building
The Hate Crime Unit is investigating after about 20 mezuzahs were reported stolen, police said.

Toronto has opened its first new TTC line in over a decade. Here's the status of every other major transit project in the city
Finding it hard to keep track of all the transit projects around Toronto? Here's a run down of all of them.

13 arrested in 'Project Wrangler' investigation into murders, armed carjackings and violent home invasions in Ontario and Quebec
Monday's news conference focused on the investigation into a series of attacks including murder, attempted murders, armed robberies and home invasions.

TTC to roll out fare capping. Here's how many times you'll have to use transit to get free rides
The model would give frequent users of the TTC free rides after they reach 47 in one month.

Paramount goes hostile in bid for Warner Bros., challenging a $72 billion offer by Netflix
The takeover attempt means Paramount will go straight to Warner shareholders with a bid worth about $74.4 billion, or $30 per share in cash.

Ontario providing $20M for concrete barriers at daycares in wake of toddler's death at Richmond Hill child care centre
In a memorial fund named after toddler Liam Riazati, community-based operators can order and receive concrete barriers free of charge.

Korean-Canadian Maggie Kang's ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ gets 3 Golden Globe nods
She'll compete against Toronto's Domee Shi, who co-directed the fantasy adventure film "Elio."

This 8-year-old missed George Springer's ALCS-winning homer to go to the hospital. Then he got to meet his Blue Jays idol
Michael Gomes sometimes finds himself in excruciating pain and unable to stand. But a moment last week was "miraculous," his mom said.

I’ve heard reverse mortgages can carry huge risks. Is that true?
A reverse mortgage allows you to borrow money from the equity in your home, but as the interest on the loan compounds over time, the equity in your home is eroded.
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Globe and Mail
Kyiv stresses European unity as allies 'skeptical' of U.S. peace plan
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Monday that unity between Europe, Ukraine and the U.S. was important when negotiating an end to Russia's war in Ukraine. He made the remark during a visit to London, where he is rallying support among Kyiv's allies in a U.S.-led peace push.

'One Battle After Another' leads the Golden Globe nominations
Paul Thomas Anderson’s 'One Battle After Another' leads the 83rd Golden Globe Awards nominations with nine nods on Monday, adding to Oscar momentum and handing Warner Bros. a victory amid Netflix's acquisition deal.

One Battle After Another leads 2026 Golden Globe nominations
Netflix and Warner Bros. led all others in nominations across film and television

Thai-Cambodia border residents flee as fresh clashes erupt
Villagers living along the Thai border with Cambodia took shelter in bunkers on Monday morning amid fresh clashes, after both countries accused the other of breaching a ceasefire.
Syria marks one-year anniversary since the fall of al-Assad and his repressive reign
Fourteen years of civil war left an estimated half a million people dead, millions more displaced and the country battered and divided
'A big dream of ours': Syrians mark one year since Assad toppled
Syrians marked the first anniversary of the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad and his iron-fisted rule on Monday, as the fractured nation struggles to find stability and recover after years of war. People in Aleppo, Damascus and Latakia share their views.
On anniversary of the fall of Bashar Assad, Syrians and their country struggle to heal
A year on from the fall of Assad regime in Syria the country is struggling to heal following 14 years of civil war that left an estimated half a million people dead, millions more displaced, and the country battered and divided.

Zelensky meets European leaders for talks on peace plan, security guarantees
Major sticking point in U.S.-backed proposal is the suggestion Ukraine must cede control of its eastern Donbas region to Russia
Thailand launches air strikes at Cambodia as border tensions reignite
Thailand said it launched air strikes into Cambodia on Monday as fighting broke out in multiple areas along their disputed border, after both countries accused the other of breaching a ceasefire brokered by U.S. President Donald Trump.
Trump says 'we'll work it out' after Canada, Mexico trade talks
U.S. President Donald Trump said 'we'll work it out' when asked about the state of trade discussions with Canada on Sunday after he met with the leaders of Canada and Mexico on Friday.
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Global News

Louvre woes continue after pipe burst damages hundreds of rare books
The burst pipe, which damaged hundreds 19th and 20th century books, occurred mere weeks after the brazen daylight heist of royal jewels.

Magnitude 7.6 earthquake rocks Japan, triggers tsunami warning
The magnitude 7.2 quake struck off the coast of Hokkaido, near the coastal city of Aomori with an epicenter about 50 kilometers (about 30 miles) below the sea surface.

Israel, Hamas to enter 2nd stage of ceasefire soon, Netanyahu says
The ceasefire's next stage includes the deployment of an international force to secure Gaza and forming a temporary supervised Palestinian government to run day-to-day affairs.

Nightclub fire in India’s Goa state kills at least 25 prompting probe into cause
The state government has ordered an inquiry to determine the exact cause of the fire and responsibility, which left at least 25 people dead.

San Diego considers $30 million settlement in police-involved shooting death of Black teen
San Diego has agreed to pay $30 millions to the family of a 16-year-old who was fatally shot, making it one of the largest settlements of a police-involved killing case in U.S.

Protesters arrested after smearing custard and crumble on Crown Jewels case at Tower of London
Four protesters were arrested after splattering desserts like custard and apple crumble on the Tower of London’s Imperial State Crown display.

What to know about Venezuela, Maduro and Trump’s possible military plans
The Trump administration has accused Maduro of leading a 'narco-terrorist' state that allows shipments of drugs to be trafficked into the U.S. and Europe.

Canada removes Syria from list of foreign state supporters of terrorism
Ottawa said it has also removed Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), the group that led a rebel takeover last year, from its list of terrorist entities under the Criminal Code.

Frank Gehry, renowned Canadian-born architect, dies at age 96
Gehry died in his home in Santa Monica after a brief respiratory illness, said Meaghan Lloyd, chief of staff at Gehry Partners LLP.

U.S. national security strategy warns of ‘civilizational erasure’ in Europe
The strategy reinforces Trump’s “America First” philosophy, which favors nonintervention overseas, questions decades of strategic relationships and prioritizes U.S. interests.
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New York Times

Why Some Doctors Say There Are Cancers That Shouldn’t Be Treated
Statistics show a clear spike in eight cancers in younger people, but that has brought a debate over whether many cases ever needed to be found.

7.6-Magnitude Earthquake Near Japan Triggers Tsunami Warning
The earthquake struck off the coast of Aomori Prefecture, on Japan’s main island, Honshu.

Trump Criticizes Zelensky as Ukraine Peace Talks Drag On With European Leaders
The destiny of Ukraine “is the destiny of Europe,” the German chancellor said on Monday, as he and other leaders met with President Volodymyr Zelensky in London.

Golden Globe Nominations Confirm the Allure of Warner Bros.
The studio’s film “One Battle After Another,” and an HBO show it owns, “The White Lotus,” scored the most nominations for movies and television shows.

Syrians Celebrate Anniversary of Bashar al-Assad’s Fall
A year ago, rebels overthrew President Bashar al-Assad, ending decades of dictatorship and civil war. But challenges remain for the new leadership.

Paramount Makes Hostile Bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
The offer to shareholders comes days after Warner Bros. agreed to sell its streaming and studio business to Netflix.

Colin Allred Drops Out of Democratic Primary for U.S. Senate in Texas
His departure came as Representative Jasmine Crockett, a rising star in the party, appeared likely to announce her own Senate run soon.

Who Is Andrew Ferguson, the FTC Chairman Who Tilted the Agency to Trump?
Andrew Ferguson has used the Federal Trade Commission’s consumer protection mandate to investigate issues important to President Trump and his base.

Mamdani Confirms He Will Leave Queens One-Bedroom for Gracie Mansion
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani and his wife, Rama Duwaji, will move into the official residence in Manhattan sometime after his inauguration.

At the Kennedy Center Honors, Little Glitz and One Striking Accessory
Melania Trump went minimal, Gloria Gaynor dressed to shine, but the star of the night was the president.
CNBC

Trump to announce $12 billion aid package for farmers caught up in trade war
President Donald Trump has imposed shifting tariff policies on most countries, while pushing to reshape relationships with China and other major trade partners.

European markets fall slightly as markets await Fed decision
European stocks fell slightly on Monday as global investors focused on the U.S. Federal Reserve's monetary policy decision.

Apple's chip boss squashes exit rumors, says he's not leaving the company
Bloomberg reported on Saturday that Srouji had told CEO Tim Cook that he was considering leaving.

Paramount Skydance launches hostile bid for WBD 'to finish what we started,' CEO Ellison tells CNBC
Netflix won a bidding war for the Warner Bros. film studio and HBO Max streaming service, but it doesn't plan to buy WBD's TV networks.

Berkshire Hathaway's Todd Combs, investment lieutenant to Buffett and Geico CEO, is leaving for JPMorgan
Combs, 54, will be joining JPMorgan Chase, where he already served on the board, as head of the bank's new Security and Resiliency Initiative.

Trump says Zelenskyy 'hasn't read U.S. peace proposal' as tensions mount
Tensions appear to be mounting once again between U.S. President Donald Trump and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Confluent stock soars 29% as IBM announces $11 billion acquisition deal
IBM will pay $31 per share in cash for all of the issued and outstanding common shares of the Confluent.

China's trade surplus tops $1 trillion despite Trump's attempt to contain it. Here's what that means
China's overall exports surpassed market expectations in November as manufacturers loaded up shipments to other markets.

The UK wants to unlock a 'golden age of nuclear' but faces key challenges in reviving historic lead
Geopolitics and the energy transition has pushed nuclear energy back onto public agendas.

Unilever spinoff Magnum Ice Cream debuts on Amsterdam stock market
Unilever's ice cream spinoff is now the world's largest standalone ice cream business after debuting on the Amsterdam stock market.
Washington Post

European leaders meet Zelensky amid Trump pressure on plan to halt war
Leaders of Britain, France and Germany are meeting Zelensky in London as the Trump administration pushes its plan to pause the war in Ukraine on terms favorable to Moscow.

Benin government says it has thwarted attempted military coup
A group of soldiers said they had removed the president and state institutions, but forces that stayed loyal quelled the attempt, the interior minister said.

Trump peace deal falters as Thailand and Cambodia resume border clashes
A ceasefire took hold in October after President Donald Trump threatened to stop tariff talks, but Thailand said it launched airstrikes after Cambodian attacks.

He’s tiny, fuzzy and pink. Indonesia hails its first local panda cub.
Indonesia celebrated the birth of its first locally born giant panda cub and hailed it as a conservation success. The species remains vulnerable.

Despite Trump tariffs, China’s global trade surplus tops $1 trillion
Chinese exports to the United States continued to crater last month, but the drop was made up by booming sales in Southeast Asia and Europe.

India’s Japanese community is growing — and leaving its cultural mark
The number of Japanese citizens in India has increased nearly fourfold since 2005. As their tiny presence has expanded, so has India’s fascination with Japan.

Venezuela’s Maduro, shaken but still standing, aims to wait out Trump
Five months into the U.S. military buildup in the Caribbean, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is feeling the pressure but refusing to go into exile.

Israel denies some U.S. and foreign doctors entry to Gaza
Israel is allowing more foreign medical workers into Gaza than it was before the Oct. 10 ceasefire, but it is still barring dozens of volunteers.

Child deaths under 5 believed to be rising for first time in decades
Cuts to development aid from several countries is a key factor, researchers said.

A line in the sand moment for Europe and the U.S.
The release of the U.S. National Security Strategy landed like a grenade in Brussels, underscoring the depth of ideological vehemence within the White House.
BBC

Major earthquake strikes Japan's north-east coast
The magnitude 7.6 tremor prompts orders to evacuate residents.

Paramount launches rival bid for Warner Bros Discovery
The Hollywood battle to buy Warner Bros Discovery is shaping up to be a blockbuster.

Partial victory for nurse in NHS trans changing room row
A tribunal said NHS Fife harassed Sandie Peggie but dismissed other claims she made against the health board and a transgender doctor.

Rapper Ghetts admits death by dangerous driving
The musician killed Yubin Tamang, 20, in Ilford, north-east London, in a hit-and-run collision.

I lost £13k after my second-hand EV turned out to be a clone car
Sevak Maljian says he carried out all recommended checks when buying a used car.

Lando Norris on family sacrifices and proving himself wrong after winning F1 world title
Lando Norris reflects on family sacrifices, proving himself wrong and how a lap in Monaco made him cry and "flipped everything".

Norris keen to 'live a normal few days' and 'forget I drive in F1'
Lando Norris reflects on family sacrifices, proving himself wrong and how a lap in Monaco made him cry and "flipped everything".

Two more arrested after suspected Heathrow pepper spray attack
A three-year-old girl was among 21 people injured during the incident at the west London airport.

European leaders walk tightrope between backing Ukraine and keeping US on board
Europe's leaders are trying to avoid alienating Donald Trump while fighting for Ukrainian sovereignty and future continental stability.

Police assess claims Reform overspent on Farage election campaign
The party denies breaking electoral law, saying the "inaccurate claims come from a disgruntled former councillor".
The Independent

Two more arrests over Heathrow airport ‘pepper spray attack’
Man to be quizzed on suspicion of robbery and assault, and woman on suspicion of conspiracy to commit robbery after 21 people hurt at Heathrow airport

Paul Hollywood has plan to build kitchen garden for filming rejected in planning row
The celebrity baker and his wife acquired the Ashford farmhouse for £810,000 in 2019

Trump son-in-law Jared Kushner is investor in Paramount’s hostile takeover bid of Warner Bros
Jared Kushner’s Affinity Capital, along with the sovereign wealth funds from Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Abu Dhabi, have ‘agreed to forgo any governance rights – including board representation – associated with their non-voting equity investments,’ according to Monday’s regulatory filing.

DC police chief steps down ‘to spend more time with family’ after Trump crackdown
Smith, a longtime federal law enforcement official and former head of the U.S. Park Police, assumed command during one of Washington’s most volatile years in nearly two decades

Mom of Karoline Leavitt’s nephew released from ICE detention
White House press secretary’s brother is the father of Bruna Ferreira’s child

Eric Dane's emotional memoir, including his life with ALS, to be published in April
Eric Dane, known for his roles in “Grey's Anatomy” and “Euphoria,” has announced a memoir titled “Book of Days.”

Ryan Coogler, Chase Infiniti, Joachim Trier, Amy Madigan react to Golden Globe nominations
The Golden Globes nominees have been announced, featuring a diverse group of top names from film and television

12 FBI agents fired for kneeling during racial justice protest sue to get their jobs back
Twelve former FBI agents fired after kneeling during a 2020 racial justice protest in Washington have sued to get their jobs back

Alex Murdaugh court clerk who wrote book pleads guilty to leaking sealed crime scene photos
Judge Heath Taylor sentenced Becky Hill to three years of probation

FTSE 100 dips as Unilever falls amid Magnum split
The ice cream maker rose 1.8% in Amsterdam.
























