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CBC.ca

'Check your credit card bills': Gordie Howe bridge user says he's been double charged for crossings

A man who made several trips across the Gordie Howe International Bridge during opening week says he was double charged for some of those trips and is urging other travelers to check their credit card bills.

Premier says it's up to Quebec — and Quebec alone — when U.S. booze returns to its shelves

Quebec's premier says U.S. products will remain off the shelves of its government-run liquor stores, regardless of reports that Canada is readying to meet some U.S. demands, including rolling back its ban on American alcohol.

Used Hercules military aircraft to be sold, turned into waterbombers

Secretary of State for Defence Procurement Stephen Fuhr announced the Canadian government will sell 10 of its used C-130 Hercules aircraft to B.C.-based aerospace company Coulson Aviation, which will convert them into firefighting aircraft.

Judge Judy passes the gavel to her son with new daytime TV court show Adam's Law

There’s a new TV judge in town — and he has a pretty tough act to follow. CBS Media Ventures released a trailer this week for Adam’s Law, a new syndicated daytime courtroom series starring Adam Levy, the 58-year-old son of none other than tough cookie herself, Judge Judy.

Trucking company involved in deadly Manitoba crash among 20 carriers 'eliminated' in Alberta

Conquer Transportation, whose truck was in a fatal crash in Brandon, Man., in May — after it had its safety permit pulled in Manitoba — now can't operate from Alberta, the province's transportation minister said Thursday.

German politicians praise bus driver's risky move with explosive drone at airport

Chancellor Friedrich Merz held a call on Friday to discuss the incident earlier this week at a German airport, when a drone laden with explosives crashed but did not detonate. Federal prosecutors have launched a counterterrorism probe into the incident at Leipzig/Halle Airport.

Canada adds 75,000 new jobs in July, unemployment rate lowest in 2 years

Canada added 75,000 jobs in July, up 0.4 per cent, as the unemployment rate fell to 6.4 per cent, its lowest level in two years.

8 dead in Thailand as teen shoots grandparents, then people at school

A Thai teenager killed at least five people and himself at a ‌school outside Bangkok on Friday after fatally shooting his grandparents, police said, in the Southeast Asian nation's worst mass killing since 2022.
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Toronto Star

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Globe and Mail

Spain establishing immediate border controls with Italy over migration spat

Passport, nationality and visa checks would be conducted for passengers arriving from Italy through Sept. 7

U.S. Senate passes Russia sanctions bill championed by Lindsey Graham

South Carolina Republican who died last month was among Ukraine’s most outspoken allies in Congress

U.S. appeals court blocks construction of Trump’s White House ballroom

Court says it would stay its own ruling for two weeks to allow the administration to appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court

Republican Sen. Cassidy backs Blanche for U.S. attorney-general, paving way for confirmation

Blanche’s confirmation was thrown into doubt over opposition from two other Republican senators, Lisa Murkowski and Susan Collins

Christian nationalists aim to remake the U.S. in their image, starting with this Idaho town

For decades, pastor Doug Wilson’s patriarchal brand of Christianity was on the fringe. In the Trump era, his gospel is gaining ground

Thai teen kills seven at home and school before shooting himself

A teenage Thai student killed at least five people and himself at a school outside Bangkok on Friday after fatally shooting his ‌grandparents, police said, in the Southeast Asian nation's worst mass killing in nearly four years.

Ukraine’s latest long-range drone attack hits another Wildberries warehouse

Kyiv has regularly hit targets in the distant Urals this year and has even struck a Russian oil refinery in western Siberia

Behind the lines with the Fano insurgency battling Ethiopia’s government

With the country at a crossroads, militias mobilize to defend the Amhara ethnic group

Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan sign joint defence deal amid escalating Gulf turmoil

Agreement stipulates that an armed attack against any of the three would be regarded as an attack on all

Thai teen kills seven in rampage at home and school before shooting himself

Police say 23 people were wounded in the incident
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Global News

Canada’s avocado supply not impacted by U.S. pause on Mexico inspections

The U.S. government this week halted inspection activities in Michoacan, Mexico's top avocado-producing state, where organized crime groups have extorted growers and exporters.

Abbot’s kneecap returned 70 years after it was taken from 13th century grave

George Box, who died last year, was 11 when he swiped the bone fragment while on a school trip to Glastonbury Abbey in the summer of 1956.

U.S. Senate passes bill that would impose punishing new sanctions on Russia

The bipartisan legislation, championed by the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, would penalize countries that continue to buy Russian oil, gas and other exports that fund the Ukraine war.

At least 7 dead in student gunman shooting in Thailand, officials say

Five school staff members, including teachers and administrators, died in the shooting around 10 a.m. at Debsirin Nonthaburi School in Nonthaburi province northwest of Bangkok.

Trump orders ‘birth tourism’ ban in new bid to limit birthright citizenship

The orders come after an earlier effort by Trump to overturn birthright citizenship was rejected by the U.S. Supreme Court, which ruled it's protected by the U.S. Constitution.

Canada must ‘be vigilant’ of foreign actors targeting technology: minister

Defence Minister David McGuinty says Canada must 'be vigilant' of foreign actors targeting the country's technology, pointing to artificial intelligence and intellectual property.

Europe’s new AI transparency rules are in effect. Should Canada copy them?

As of Sunday, AI systems in Europe must explicitly notify users when they're dealing with AI instead of a human, while AI-generated content like deepfakes must be labelled.

Rapid endometriosis tests now available in the U.K. What about Canada?

The tests will help rapidly reduce the time it takes for women to be told whether they have the condition, according to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence.

EXCLUSIVE: Key members of India’s Bishnoi gang named in Canadian intelligence report

The gang’s leaders are profiled in the report by the Canada Border Services Agency’s Intelligence and Investigations Directorate.

Mexican influencer Cesar Gastelum shot dead during livestream

Gastelum, who had nearly 600,000 followers on TikTok and was best known for posting comedy skit videos, was streaming outside ⁠a fast food restaurant when he was shot.
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New York Times

Justin Trudeau, Katy Perry and the Look of the Celebrity Statesman

What the former prime minister’s boyfriend rebrand says about the intersection of politics and entertainment.

A Drying Danube River Reveals Nazi-Era Vessels, and Hazards of Heat

The river’s water levels have fallen as extreme heat has afflicted Europe, exposing sunken German vessels from World War II that are impeding navigation.

Schumer Forges Ahead in Fight for Senate, Despite Setbacks

In a phone call, the Democratic leader told the new Michigan contender who has opposed him to just win.

A Generation on Antidepressants Searches for the Exit

Many people feel that antidepressants block their true emotions, but they don’t have guidance about how to get off these drugs.

Senate Passes Sanctions Bill Targeting Russia and Iran

The legislation was championed by Senator Lindsey Graham, the South Carolina Republican whose sudden death last month helped spur quick action on it.

Iranians Say Trump’s Promises Have Fallen by the Wayside as Iran War Drags On

As President Trump struggles to extricate the United States from the war in Iran, his promises to protesters in the country have fallen by the wayside.

Trump Restarts Battle to Fire Sitting Fed Governor Lisa Cook

The Trump administration, rebuffed by the Supreme Court in its first attempt to fire Lisa D. Cook, sent the Federal Reserve governor a letter saying it was “considering” removing her from the job.

Labor Market Shifts Into Reverse as Employers Balk at Hiring

A spring surge rapidly faded as the summer brought higher prices and more uncertainty for businesses, even as they avoided layoffs.

Trump Officials Deport Group of Mexicans Despite Torture Risk

Immigration authorities used a rare authority to deport them, even though their removal was blocked over concerns they would be tortured if returned.

A Naked Bicycle Protest Is Also a Party. Is That Bad?

A split among protest groups has led to dueling rides, which combine nudity and cycling in the name of change.

CNBC

Rockstar Energy founder builds Celsius stake, wants to take over as CEO

Rockstar Energy founder Russ Savage told CNBC he now controls 12 million shares of Celsius Holdings, amounting to roughly 4.7% of the energy drink company.

Treasury yields drop after surprise jobs loss in July

The U.S. unexpectedly lost 23,000 jobs in July, raising fresh concerns about the labor market while dimming the immediate outlook for higher Fed interest rates.

U.S. economy unexpectedly lost 23,000 jobs in July

Nonfarm payrolls were projected to increase by 83,000 in July while the unemployment rate would hold steady at 4.2%, according to the Dow Jones consensus.

Shares of this digital medical platform jumped more than 100% overnight. Here’s why

The company is seeing huge profitability potential and a larger addressable market as a result of AI search.

Oil prices rise as as market waits on deal to open Strait of Hormuz

News of Iran's restrictive draft plan for the Strait of Hormuz sent oil prices higher, renewing concerns over supply disruptions.

Trump revives effort to fire Fed's Lisa Cook

Trump aide Dan Scavino told Cook there is "sufficient reason to believe that you made false statements on one or more mortgage agreements."

Burger King overtakes Wendy's as the nation's second-largest burger chain

Burger King is once again the second-largest burger chain in the U.S. by system-wide sales.

Here are three key takeaways from the disappointing July jobs report

Nonfarm payrolls in the U.S. unexpectedly declined in July, but so did the unemployment rate, leaving investors with mixed signals.

Trump teased an Iran deal that didn't come, but markets soared. Here’s why it keeps happening

As oil reserves and munitions stockpiles reportedly dwindle, analysts wonder how much longer markets will pounce when the Trump admin. dangles an Iran deal.

Cassidy supports Todd Blanche, rescuing Trump's embattled attorney general pick

Attorney General nominee Todd Blanche needs at least 50 votes on the Senate floor to be confirmed after clearing the Senate Judiciary Committee.

Washington Post

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BBC

Watch: BBC questions Infantino over backing as Fifa president

The head of the football governing body has faced multiple calls to quit after his aborted attempt to sell private stakes in the World Cup.

Serial sex offender guilty of murdering two women and raping third

Simon Levy, from Tottenham, was left free to kill due to a string of police and court blunders.

Spain to impose border controls against Italy as row over Ceuta migrant influx intensifies

Italy introduced border controls following an influx of about 78,000 migrants from neighbouring Morocco into the Spanish exclave of Ceuta.

Obesity rates have doubled in England since 1993 - what's going on?

Around seven million more adults are living with obesity than would have been if obesity rates had stayed the same as 1993.

'Like a bus seat back in the day' - new Wales kit leaves fans divided

Some are claiming the new home football shirt is the worst in Wales' history.

Flintoff leaves England Lions head coach role

Former England all-rounder Andrew Flintoff steps down as head coach of England Lions.

Politicians, private jets and power - the life of a Fifa president

Fifa president Gianni Infantino appears to be trying to return to business as usual after the failed World Cup private investment plan - but it may not be that easy.

Politicians, private jets and power - the life of a Fifa president

Fifa president Gianni Infantino appears to be trying to return to business as usual after the failed World Cup private investment plan - but it may not be that easy.

US appeals court halts Trump ballroom project paving way for Supreme Court showdown

"Whether or not a ⁠massive ballroom should be constructed is for Congress to decide," the appeals panel's ​majority said.

How police left a registered sex offender free to murder and attack women

Simon Levy’s second murder victim, Sheryl Wilkins, could have been saved, senior Met officer admits.

The Independent

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Football stadium in Odesa damaged by Russian strike

One woman was injured in the attack which came a day before a Ukrainian Premier League game

Cambridge gives update after professor quit amid plagiarism row

Professor Jason Arday stepped down from his role earlier this week

Delivery drivers take over as top SNAP recipients as taxpayers help gig workers make ends meet

These jobs are becoming more essential as a primary source of income, even as they fail to cover basic food and medical expenses for gig workers

New video of In-N-Out shooting shows gunman opening fire on victims in Idaho drive-thru

A total of 10 people were shot inside the restaurant, directly outside, on an adjacent busy road and at a nearby visitors center lot

Texas gun range sued after bullet holes found in nearby middle school under construction

Barksdale Middle School has now secured a temporary restraining order against Quail Creek Shooting Range

New TSA chief confirmed by Senate as Trump admin pushes private airport security

A central part of Trump's plan involves mandating that smaller airports utilize private security firms, a measure projected to eliminate more than 4,500 TSA positions

Meta paying price for ‘cavalier approach’ to online safety, say UK campaigners

The father of Molly Russell, who took her own life after viewing harmful content, gave evidence in the New Mexico case.

RFK Jr misjudges actual food costs on his new affordable cooking show

The health secretary shared a recipe for salmon cakes that he said cost under $5 a serving, but the true cost was over three times more expensive

Trump brags about endorsement record and dismisses his loss because the candidate had ‘virtually no chance of winning’

Trump had backed MAGA Rep. Andy Ogles of Tennessee as a ‘Conservative Warrior’ 24 hours before his defeat

NOAA’s new hurricane forecast predicts a quiet season in the Atlantic. The Pacific won’t be as lucky

This year’s El Niño weather pattern is to blame, according to scientists