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CBC.ca
Famous climber Nirmal Purja among 10 missing on Pakistan mountain after avalanche
Rescuers searching for 10 climbers missing after an avalanche on Pakistan’s Broad Peak located four bodies on Friday and were continuing to search for the other six despite adverse weather that hampered helicopter flights, officials said.
Nadia Comăneci is back in Montreal to mark 50th anniversary of 1976 Olympics
The Romanian became the first gymnast in Olympic history to score a perfect 10 during the Montreal Summer Games. Nadia Comăneci will be attending a commemorative event outside the city’s Olympic Stadium on Aug. 1.
Canadian economy grew 0.3% in May, paving way for 2nd-quarter rebound
The figures show a second straight month of growth, with 13 of 20 industrial sectors contributing to the gains.
Canada's Damian Warner slides out of lead in decathlon, vows to 'keep fighting' at Commonwealth Games
Track and field action continued at the Commonwealth Games on Friday where Canadian Damian Warner will have two final events to try and retake the lead in the decathlon.
Hamas will hand over weapons under Gaza peace deal only if Israel withdraws forces, ends attacks
Implementation of the deal to bring peace to Gaza announced by U.S. President Donald Trump will depend on Israel first meeting its commitments under an agreement reached last year, a senior Hamas official told Reuters on Friday.
New bridge, same traffic: Why is the road to the Ambassador Bridge still packed with trucks?
The Gordie Howe International Bridge officially opened to traffic on Monday, but trucks continue to crowd Huron Church Road. Industry leader says it will be a while before traffic patterns change.
What you need to know about FIFA's private investment plan — and the backlash
Less than two weeks since the conclusion of the FIFA World Cup 2026, soccer is once again front-page news thanks to a new private-investment proposal by FIFA president Gianni Infantino that's triggered significant backlash. Here's what you need to know.
Man linked to Toronto police corruption probe has global drug-trafficking ties, court documents say
Gurpreet Singh, a Toronto man investigated for potential involvement in a murder plot targeting a senior jail officer — and facing extradition to the U.S. on charges linked to alleged cocaine kingpin Ryan Wedding — has far-reaching criminal ties and is believed to have killed people, according to the RCMP.
Police left this survivor feeling blamed, broken. Now they're engaging with her again, and she's worried
A woman who underwent mediation with the Ottawa Police Service in 2023 after having difficulty trying to report an historical sexual assault says the process left her feeling broken down and blamed, then placated and cast aside. Now police are engaging with her again, and she wonders if she can trust it.
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Toronto Star
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Globe and Mail
China silent on allegations of NATO spying as Beijing extends Canada anti-dumping probe
Canadian NATO intern was accused by Belgian prosecutors of spying on behalf of Beijing
Wildfires near Bordeaux and Madrid under control as some evacuation orders lifted
144,000 of more than 220,000 displaced people were able to return home in districts west and south-west of Bordeaux
Trump’s Gaza peace deal depends on Israel ceasing attacks, withdrawing forces, Hamas official says
Trump announced Thursday that the Board of Peace had reached an agreement for the complete disarmament of Hamas and other armed groups
Japan earthquake death toll rises to 34 as search operations continue
Survivors spent Friday in crowded shelters or sleeping in cars as over 79,000 homes remain without water
Spain, Morocco halt deadly rush of migrants after 60,000 cross in a day, at least 41 die
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez condemned the breach of the border, casting blame on human smugglers
In China, security training camps prepare international students to face ICE
Chinese students intending to move to the U.S. are taking courses on violence and law enforcement, complete with surprise drills and simulations
Arrested NATO intern accused by Belgium of spying for China, source says
Public records and Claire Zhang’s social-media profiles indicate that she has a history of working at federal agencies in Ottawa
Carney backs B.C. port expansion plan to boost exports, strengthen independence
Federal government is looking to invest more than $10-billion to diversify the economy and create jobs, prime minister said
Spain deploys military to Ceuta as thousands cross border from Morocco and at least nine die
Video footage shows crowds of people, mainly Moroccans, walking around the breakwaters at Tarajal beach onto local roads
U.S. ends DACA status for a mother of 3 deported to Mexico, citing ‘unauthorized travel’
Jessica Treviño and her husband were arrested in December after agents followed them into a Home Depot parking lot
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Global News
60K migrants enter Spain’s Ceuta as military response leaves 34 dead
The border crisis boiled over Thursday and continued on Friday with security forces clashing with migrants on the Moroccan side of the border.
Hamas says it agrees to disarm after Trump announces Gaza peace proposal
U.S. President Donald Trump's proposal comes nine months after a U.S.-brokered ceasefire to end the fighting between Israel and Hamas was signed.
Global burning at record low, despite North American and European wildfires
As wildfires in Europe and North America grow more extreme, key worldwide burning statistics are at a record low largely because Africa and Asia are controlling fire more.
What’s behind growing European threats to boycott the next FIFA World Cup?
American venture capital firm Thrive Eternal is expected to lead the investor group for FFE, founded by Joshua Kushner — the brother of U.S. President Donald Trump's son-in-law.
U.S. says ‘error’ mislabelled every African country on AIDS conference map
The mislabelled map was shown during a presentation at the AIDS 2026 Conference in Rio de Janeiro on the U.S. State Department's new health program agreements with African nations.
Thousands flood into Spain’s Ceuta from Morocco, sparking military response
The announcement comes after local authorities in Ceuta had asked the central government in Madrid for reinforcements to manage a border crisis that had been building up.
Russia strikes targets across Ukraine, NATO says a missile fell in Poland
NATO said a Russian missile entered Polish airspace during the onslaught and landed in a rural area. It caused no injuries or damage but could deepen tensions with Moscow.
France lets 84K evacuees go home as wildfires spread across Europe
Europe is sweltering under an exceptionally hot and arid summer, creating tinderbox conditions for unprecedented fires, forcing hundreds of thousands of people to evacuate.
Drone hits gas vessel near Suez Canal, threatening to expand Iran war
No group has claimed responsibility, the Egyptian cabinet said, adding that authorities were taking measures to protect Egypt's national security.
Death toll from earthquake in Japan rises to 25 as rescue hopes dwindle
Thousands of people spent another night at evacuation centers set up throughout the area in gymnasiums and other big spaces. Some homes were still without water or electricity.
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New York Times
Iran War Drives Oil Profits to Highest Levels in Years
The world’s biggest oil companies are benefiting from the high commodity prices that have been a drag on the rest of the economy.
What to Know About Ceuta
The peninsula on Morocco’s northern coast that Spain has governed for centuries has been a frequent site of mass migrant crossings and political tensions.
Concerns Remain About Eagerness of Israel and Hamas to Fulfill Gaza Deal
The Israeli government has not issued an official statement. Hamas has underlined that Israel must make concessions before disarmament can proceed.
How Trump Has Changed, With Maggie Haberman
The New York Times correspondent says 70 percent of the president’s mind is dedicated to White House renovations.
Iran Says It Targeted U.S. Military in Kuwait With Drones
The Kuwaiti military said that it had detected and destroyed multiple drones in its airspace since dawn. A U.S. Defense Department official said there had been no major impact on its military bases in the region.
Vivek Ramaswamy Wants to Be the Future. First He Has to Win.
Vivek Ramaswamy’s brand of post-Trump fusionism faces a test in Ohio.
Europe Is Caught Between Low Gas Reserves and Rising Prices From Iran War
Across Europe, reserves of natural gas for use in the winter months are lagging, meaning continued higher prices for households and businesses.
How the Pro-Trump Media Ecosystem Is Splintering Ahead of the Midterms
Once united in support of President Trump, right-wing influencers are embroiled in feuds and losing viewers, creating a problem for Republicans in the midterm elections.
A Ton of Space Junk Tumbles Unpredictably to Earth Every Week
Flaming chunks of metal crash into homes, farms and parking lots. Who’s to blame? And who pays for the damage?
Defying Trump, Cornyn Uses His Lame-Duck Power
In standing in the way of Todd Blanche, President Trump’s choice for attorney general, a liberated Senator John Cornyn is wielding his leverage.
CNBC
Fed officials who voted to hike rates say action is needed now against inflation
Kashkari and Hammack joined Dallas Fed President Lorie Logan in dissenting against holding the Fed's key overnight borrowing rate steady.
Oil prices rise after Iran says it attacked two tankers transiting Strait of Hormuz
Commonwealth Bank of Australia said in a note on Friday that stronger oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz had eased market concerns after U.S.-Iran strikes earlier this week.
Amazon surges 14%, Apple falls 9% as investors pick post-earnings AI winners
Amazon reported a surge in revenue at its key cloud business while Apple issued disappointing guidance.
Leonardo expects more deals as Europe ramps up defense spending
Leonardo is eyeing further M&A as it races to expand capabilities and meet surging defense demand after raising its 2026 outlook.
Novo Nordisk shares dive after heart medicine fails trial, dealing another blow to its pipeline
The experimental medicine ziltivekimab didn't translate into a statistically meaningful reduction in major cardiovascular adverse events, Novo said Friday.
The Tech Download: Anduril CEO Brian Schimpf talks AI in warfare and manufacturing push
CNBC's Arjun Kharpal sits down on The Tech Download podcast with the defense company chief.
Hamas says Trump's Gaza 'disarmament' claim depends on Israel honoring commitments
Hamas says it will only disarm after Israel meets previous ceasefire commitments, despite President Donald Trump's announcement of a breakthrough U.S.-brokered agreement.
Iran targets strategic U.S. assets in Kuwait, Bahrain after Egypt drone attack
Iran's army said it launched attacks on strategic U.S. assets and military bases in Kuwait and Bahrain.
A portfolio manager says investors are looking overseas as Magnificent Seven worries grow. Here are the stocks and sectors he favors
Janus Henderson’s Julian McManus says investors are looking overseas as Magnificent Seven concentration worries revive diversification.
SK Hynix, Samsung shares skyrocket to clock best days as AI rally roars back
South Korea's chip heavyweights SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics soared more than 20% on Friday, tracking a sharp rally in U.S. technology stocks.
Washington Post
Migrants overrun a Spanish outpost, stirring White House outrage
Widely circulated video showed thousands of Moroccans storming into a Spanish outpost in North Africa. The White House condemned Spain as weak on immigration.
How Iran war shipping disruptions and price spikes widen inequality in Africa
In Angola, supply chain disruptions and higher global energy costs have driven up prices of food, fuel and fertilizer, increases felt by the poor, while the wealthy are earning more.
Death of 15 elephants in Kenyan national park sparks outrage, investigation
The unexplained deaths over the past month have raised fears of poisoning.
Trump threatens to hit Iran ‘hard’ following missile attack on U.S. assets
The threat came after Saudi Arabia joined U.S. military strikes on Iranian proxies.
BBC
England and Wales on course for driest July on record
Met Office records indicate England and Wales are likely to have their driest July since records began 190 years ago.
Healey announces his first Budget will be on 28 October
The new chancellor pledged to move money and power out of Westminster, and into every postcode around Britain.
Chelsea fined £10m but avoid suspended points deduction
Chelsea are fined £10m by the Football Association for breaching rules relating to payments to agents between 2009 and 2022.
Burnham to revisit plan to curb jury trials
The prime minister says his "instinct" is to reverse plans by the last PM to limit jury trials in England and Wales.
Hundreds escape Greek wildfire by sea as blazes continue across Europe
Around 500 people, mostly tourists, are evacuated by boat from Agios Vasileios after becoming trapped.
About 60,000 migrants arrive in Ceuta in 24 hours, Spanish territory's leader says
Spain's prime minister described the situation as an "attack" on its North African territory and said all illegal migrants would be returned to Morocco.
Celtic reject West Ham Engels bid and confirm Johnston interest
Celtic reject a West Ham approach for Arne Engels while there is Everton interest in Alistair Johnston, manager Martin O'Neill confirms.
Why women's football is first casualty of Fifa plans
Fifa's president Gianni Infantino's plans will make women's football "the first casualties" according to former England defender Anita Asante.
Sainsbury's agrees to sell Argos for £120m
Under the terms of the deal, Argos will still operate in Sainsbury's shops, sell Habitat products, and offer Nectar points.
Four climbers killed and six feared missing after avalanche hit Nirmal Purja's team
An American, a Chinese national, an Omani and five Nepalis are said to be part of the group feared missing or killed in Pakistan.
The Independent
Obama called Trump an ‘idiot’ and Don Jr a ‘f****** moron’ in call to Fauci, diaries reveal
Former President Obama reportedly apologized for using crude language during the call, but continued his blunt criticism of the Trumps
Ceuta crisis: How arrival of 60,000 migrants into Spanish enclave could affect mainland Europe and the UK
Spain and the EU are working with Morocco to agree a response to sudden influx of some 60,000 migrants into north African enclave of Ceuta
Healey will set out first budget of Burnham premiership on October 28
John Healey promised plans would be ‘built on fiscal discipline’.
Ceuta latest: 60,000 migrants cross into Spanish enclave as death toll rises to 43 in growing crisis
Spain sent troops to deal with the crisis as Morocco deployed water cannon trucks at the crossing-gates
Sri Lanka's ex-police chief sentenced to death for negligence in bombings that killed more than 260
A Sri Lankan court has sentenced former Police Chief Pujith Jayasundara to death for criminal negligence
Dorset man guilty of murdering love rival with samurai sword
Michael Bretton was arrested in January and has now been convicted of the murder of Craig Hurcombe
Voices: ‘I’m fairly confident that he’s over’: Readers debate Nigel Farage’s future as his popularity plummets
As the Reform UK leader’s approval rating hits a new low, our readers are split – some think this is finally the end, others aren’t so sure
Date set for first Budget of Andy Burnham’s government after recent spate of policy announcements
‘This will be a Budget that moves money and power out of Westminster and into every postcode around Britain,’ the chancellor said as he revealed the date it will be held
France's forest management may need to change to prevent more wildfires in Les Landes
An area of forest in the Les Landes department of southwestern France has been devastated by another wildfire, just four years after a massive blaze in 2022
High Court dismisses legal bid to stop puberty blocker trial for children
The trial will see about 220 children treated with puberty-suppressing medication
