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CBC.ca
Some stars of new Fox News Bible podcast say they didn't know it was happening
This week, Fox News Media announced The Life Of Jesus Podcast, featuring actors such as Kristen Bell and Brian Cox. Following the announcement, Bell and Cox have said they didn't know about the project until now.
Miss Universe is crowned in a pageant plagued by controversy and chaos
Fátima Bosch Fernández wiped away tears as she was crowned Miss Universe 2025 in Bangkok on Friday. It was a dramatic victory for Bosch, 25, in a pageant plagued by controversy and chaos — perhaps even more so than usual.
Canadian actor Spencer Lofranco dead at 33
Canadian actor Spencer Lofranco, who appeared in the films Gotti and King Cobra, has died at age 33.
Ontario police drop gun charges against Sikh activists
Two of three Sikh separatists arrested for firearms offences have had all charges against them dropped. The third, Inderjit Singh Gosal, replaced Hardeep Singh Nijjar as leader of the Sikh independence referendum campaign in Canada following Nijjar's 2023 assassination.
Carney wraps U.A.E. visit with pledge of $70B to be invested in Canada
Prime Minister Mark Carney says Ottawa is working on a $1-billion project aimed at expanding critical minerals processing capacity in Canada, while securing the equivalent of $70 billion in investment from the United Arab Emirates.
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Toronto Star
Immigration minister extends pause on new private refugee sponsorships to 2027
OTTAWA - Immigration Minister Lena Diab is extending until 2027 the pause on new applications through the Private Sponsorship for Refugees Program as the department works to clear its backlog.
Canadian workers' free speech fears persist two years after Israel-Hamas war began
Free speech advocates warn that a chill on sharing opinions about the conflict in Gaza, especially criticism of Israel, is here to stay.
Carney in South Africa as concerns grow over U.S. boycott of G20
Canada's summit priorities include critical minerals, AI for sustainable development and preventing wildfires and natural disasters.
Serial killer Dellen Millard moved to medium-security prison
Family of Ancaster murder victim Tim Bosma “disgusted” with Correctional Service of Canada decision.
Court approves Hudson's Bay plan to auction its royal charter; $18M bid expected
The charter, signed by King Charles II more than 350 years ago, granted the company control over one-third of modern Canada's land mass, trade and Indigenous relations for decades to come.
Dairy, whiskey, wine and steel: American industries weigh in on trade pact review
The continental trade pact, known as CUSMA, is up for mandatory review next year.
Body found at site of fatal Brampton fire, excavation halted
Efforts to excavate the home's collapsed basement halted once crews found the remains of an adult, until a coroner could arrive at the scene, Peel police spokesperson Tyler Bell-Morena said.
Conservative MP told Mark Carney about his planned resignation before announcing it, sources say
Conservative MP Matt Jeneroux spoke by phone with Prime Minister Mark Carney and told him he was vacating his seat before publicly announcing a bombshell resignation that cast further doubt on Pierre Poilievre's grip on the Tory caucus, according to…
'Do you know what they’ll do to me? I’m a judge': Woman testifies senior Ontario judge raped her, broke her wrist
A lawyer suggested during cross-examination that the judge made an insulting comment, prompting the woman to strike him with her hands and the two then engaged "in a kind of wrestling match."
Toronto community rallies to protect beloved Lawrence Plaza from redevelopment plans: 'They become like your family'
Plans to demolish and redevelop the 72-year-old plaza were unveiled last year. “We recognize the plaza’s significance, and community engagement remains a priority," the developer says.
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Globe and Mail
Gunmen abduct more than 200 schoolchildren in attack on Nigerian boarding school
Attackers also seized 12 teachers from the Catholic institution, the latest in a spree of abductions in the country
Young Russian musicians who played anti-Kremlin songs get jail time
Stoptime, a group of young Russian street musicians, received jail time and a fine on Oct. 29 for a performance in St. Petersburg earlier in the month.
G20 envoys agree on draft leaders’ declaration despite U.S. boycott, sources say
Countries included references to climate change in the draft declaration, defying Washington
U.S. peace plan for Ukraine bears strong resemblance to Putin’s terms
The 28-point proposal finds Zelensky in a vulnerable political position, hurt by a corruption scandal
'Unacceptable': Draft COP30 deal drops mention of fossil fuels
The COP30 climate conference was hit by divisions on Friday, over a proposed deal that dropped any mention of fossil fuels, prompting the summit host Brazil to plead with delegates for unity.
What’s in the U.S. 28-point peace plan to end the war in Ukraine?
Proposal calls for Kyiv to hand over territory to Russia and would block its coveted path to NATO membership
Zelensky vows not to betray Ukraine after U.S. presents its peace plan
President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Friday he would not betray Ukraine's interests in a U.S.-led peace process, warning that Kyiv faces a choice between losing a key partner and its national dignity at one of the most perilous moments in its history.
No firm is immune if AI bubble bursts says Google CEO
Alphabet Chief Executive Sundar Pichai said no company would be unscathed if the artificial intelligence boom collapses, as soaring valuations and heavy investment in the sector fuel concerns of a bubble. (Nov. 18)
Meet Alface: Chicago aquarium's new sloth resident
Officials at the Shedd Aquarium say the Linné’s two-toed sloth named Alface – pronounced al-FAH-see – arrived in September. Officials hope she can be an ambassador for her species and help guests learn about the Amazon River Basin, where the sloths live.
UN climate summit proposals criticized for failing to mention fossil fuels
Proposals include financial aid for vulnerable countries hit hardest by climate change and getting countries to toughen up plans to reduce emissions
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Global News
Armed assailants abduct more schoolchildren in Nigeria
Nigeria State Police said it received reports of 'armed bandits' entering St. Mary’s secondary school, which boards students aged 12 to 17, at about 2 a.m. on Friday.
Trump is pushing new peace plan for Ukraine. Here’s what it includes
Here is the verbatim text of Trump’s 28-point draft proposal to end Russia's war in Ukraine, which has been presented to Kyiv for consideration.
Ukraine must choose dignity or U.S. support under peace proposal: Zelenskyy
The U.S. plan contains many of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s longstanding demands while offering limited security guarantees to Ukraine.
Miss Mexico crowned Miss Universe weeks after walkout scandal
Bosch's crowning follows a tense encounter earlier this month when a pageant executive called her 'dumb' in front of the other contestants during a sashing ceremony in Thailand.
Halifax International Security Forum to focus on future of democracy
Defence Minister David McGuinty will host the Halifax International Security Forum, an event watched closely for its discussions among democratic allies about collective defence.
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.
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New York Times
Eli Lilly, Drug Maker of Zepbound and Mounjaro, Reaches $1 Trillion in Value
The 150-year-old drugmaker is the first company in health care to hit the milestone.
Uneasiness Over A.I. Spending Looms Over Markets
After stocks briefly rallied on Nvidia’s strong earnings, investors’ growing concerns of an A.I. bubble have returned, driving broad market swings.
At Least 52 Kidnapped From Nigeria School in Second Mass Abduction This Week
Students and teachers were taken captive from a Catholic school in the latest in a wave of such attacks in the country.
The Fate of Google’s Ad Tech Monopoly Is Now in a Judge’s Hands
A judge queried lawyers about whether a breakup made sense during closing arguments on how to fix the tech giant’s dominance in online advertising.
America Is Setting a Trap for Itself
The United States, not China, seems determined to upend the global order.
As Trump Pushes on Russia-Ukraine Peace Plan, Zelensky’s Options Are Narrowing
The Ukrainian president’s options are narrowing as he is confronted with a 28-point proposal drafted by American and Russian envoys.
To Many Ukrainians, U.S. Peace Plan Looks Like ‘Capitulation’
While the White House has cautioned that the proposal is still in “flux,” its contours reflect maximalist demands made by Russia throughout the war that Ukraine has consistently rejected.
European Leaders Back Zelensky After Trump’s Russia-Ukraine Peace Plan Excludes Them
A U.S.-Russian proposal would require Kyiv to give up territory and reduce its army. If Moscow complies with the terms, it could receive benefits including reintegration into the global economy.
Former Reform U.K. Politician Sent to Prison for Taking Pro-Russia Bribes
Nathan Gill was sentenced to 10 and a half years on Friday after admitting he was paid to make pro-Russian speeches in the European Parliament.
RFK Jr. Says He Instructed CDC to Change Vaccines and Autism Language on Website
In an interview, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. cited gaps in vaccine safety research. His critics say he is ignoring a larger point: Vaccines save lives.
CNBC
Tech stocks set for big losing week as AI names get rocked after Nvidia earnings
Investors had looked to Nvidia's earnings report to settle fears that the AI bubble is on increasingly shaky ground.
Oil prices and energy stocks fall on Trump’s new Ukraine peace plan
Oil prices and energy stocks fell sharply on Friday morning as the U.S. pushed for a Russia-Ukraine peace deal.
Amazon cut more than 1,800 engineers in record layoffs, despite saying it needs to innovate faster
Nearly 40% of the roughly 4,700 positions Amazon eliminated across Washington, New York, New Jersey and California were engineering jobs.
Eli Lilly hits $1 trillion market value, a first for a health-care company
The pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly's stock has been riding the skyrocketing demand for its weight loss injection Zepbound and diabetes treatment Mounjaro.
New York Fed President Williams sees room for 'further adjustment' to rates
Williams said he expects the central bank can lower its key rate from here as labor market weakness poses a bigger threat than inflation.
Global investors battle between long- and short-term wins amid Nvidia volatility
The market is "quite confused" over the dramatic rally and reversal, one fund manager said.
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy says Kyiv ‘geared up for clear and honest work’ as U.S. pushes for progress on peace plan
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he expects to speak with U.S. counterpart Donald Trump in the coming days.
'Hassle' and 'humiliation': What it's like traveling with a weak passport
Holding a weaker passport means costly fees, long waits, endless documents, and humiliating scrutiny — making travel a hassle.
Japanese concerts in China are getting abruptly canceled as tensions simmer
Beijing's latest response to Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s Taiwan comments is adding to uncertainty for businesses caught in the middle.
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.
Washington Post
U.S. pushing Ukraine to sign peace deal by Thanksgiving or lose support
The U.S. is sending “signals” that everything could be off the table if Kyiv does not quickly sign a proposal, which was drawn up by special envoy Steve Witkoff.
Ukraine delegation meets Pope Leo to discuss children held in Russia
Ukraine hopes to capitalize on Pope Leo’s calls for peace to coax the Vatican into helping secure the release of children and other prisoners held by Russia.
Miss Mexico sparked a Miss Universe walkout. Now she’s won the crown.
Mexico’s Fátima Bosch Fernández won Miss Universe weeks after she was berated by an organizer during a live-streamed event.
U.S. rare earth ambitions center on Malaysia. But China’s already there.
An Australian facility with Japanese backing is the most promising option for a rare earths refining hub outside China. But Beijing’s influence still looms large.
Delhi car blast reveals limits of Modi’s new war doctrine, analysts say
In May, India’s government said it would treat any terrorist attack as an “act of war.” But a recent car bombing in Delhi has tested that new line.
At the G-20, the U.S. plays spoiler as global inequality spikes
In advance of the G-20, South Africa’s president commissioned a report on the state of economic inequality around the world. Its findings were grim.
Under Trump, U.S. human rights reports will flag abortion, gender care
In a dramatic break, the State Department intends to scrutinize other countries’ abuses by emphasizing entitlements “given to us by God.”
Iran cancels new nuclear inspections it agreed to after bombing campaign
The termination of the agreement with the International Atomic Energy Agency follows U.S.- and European-led charges that access has been denied.
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.
Indian conglomerate to stop Russian oil imports amid pressure from Trump
Thursday’s announcement by Reliance Industries that it had stopped importing crude oil from Russia was a seemingly significant concession to Washington.
BBC
Zelensky warns Ukraine risks losing US support over White House peace plan
Vladimir Putin says the plan could be the "basis" for peace but warns Russia is prepared to fight on.
'A lot of fighting': Fossil fuel row breaks out at UN climate summit
A row over fossil fuels has broken out at COP30 but this is also likely to be a negotiating tactic.
Grizzly bear on loose after attacking school group in Canada, injuring 11
A male teacher "got the whole brunt" of the attack and some children were hit with bear spray.
What we know about leaked US draft plan to end Russia's Ukraine war
There are 28 key points and while several on the face of it could be acceptable to Ukraine, others cross Kyiv's red lines.
What are Eurovision's new rules after Israel voting controversy?
The BBC's Colin Paterson explains why the rules are being changed.
I'll stomp all over 'serious fighter' Paul - Joshua
Briton Anthony Joshua says he will "stomp all over" Jake Paul and "break" the American as the pair come face-to-face to promote their heavyweight fight.
I'll stamp all over 'serious fighter' Jake Paul, says Anthony Joshua
Briton Anthony Joshua says he will "stomp all over" Jake Paul and "break" the American as the pair come face-to-face to promote their heavyweight fight.
Palestinians forced from West Bank refugee camps left in limbo as Israeli demolitions go on
A Human Rights Watch report claims Israel’s forcible displacement of residents from three refugee camps violates international humanitarian law.
Gove apologises after Covid report alleges 'toxic' culture in No 10 during pandemic
The ex-senior minister apologises for mistakes in the pandemic, but defends some of the previous government's actions.
Ex-leader of Reform UK in Wales sentenced to 10-and-a-half years for taking pro-Russia bribes
Nathan Gill, 52, is sentenced to 10 and a half years in prison after admitting taking bribes while an MEP.
The Independent
Landlord arrested two years after shooting dead tenant when argument erupted during move-out, cops say
Shooting suspect Joshua Ford reportely reported the incident to police after the 2022 incident, but was not arrested until this week
Outrage over Trump’s bill reclassifying nursing as not a ‘professional degree’ for college students
Nursing organizations warn limiting access to student funding ‘threatens the very foundation of patient care’
Trump predicts Mamdani will be ‘really great mayor’ for NYC as duo stumps the press in White House love-fest
Self-avowed socialist who has called Trump a ‘despot’ and ‘fascist’ and president who has called Mamdani ‘communist’ were all smiles after meeting for the first time
Brazil hails US tariff rollback as ‘significant progress' and seeks more exemptions
Brazil's Vice President Geraldo Alckmin says U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to remove additional import tariffs on some Brazilian agribusiness products marks significant progress
Trump says he ‘doesn’t mind’ Mamdani calling him a fascist as they bury the hatchet in stunning press conference: Live updates
Trump anticipated a ‘civil’ meeting with Mamdani, despite insulting each other during New York City’s mayoral race
Trump tells Ukraine to sign peace deal in days as Zelensky warns of ‘most difficult moment in history’
Volodymyr Zelensky said he and the US are working to carve out a ‘dignified and effective’ path for peace. But he has warned that his wartorn country faces a ‘very difficult choice’
4 guards sentenced in brutal beating death of an incarcerated Black man at New York prison
Four prison guards involved in the death of an incarcerated Black man whose brutal beating at an upstate New York prison last year was captured on bodycam videos were each Friday to prison
Defence Secretary John Healey underpaid tax on second home after council ‘error’
Mr Healey underpaid around £1,500 in tax after an “administrative error” by the local authority, Westminster Council
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky says he won’t ‘betray’ his country as Putin backs US peace plan
Ukrainian president says his country faces ‘one of the most difficult moments in our history’ in address to the nation
RFK Jr. says he personally directed CDC's new guidance on vaccines and autism
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. told The New York Times in an interview that he personally directed the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to update its website to contradict its longtime guidance that vaccines don’t cause autism
