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CBC.ca

5-year-old Liam Ramos and father return to Minnesota from Texas detention facility
A five-year-old boy and his father detained by immigration officers in Minnesota and held in Texas have been released following a judge's order. They have returned to Minnesota, according to the office of Texas Rep. Joaquin Castro.

More than a dozen people killed in Ukraine after Russian drone strikes miners' bus
Fifteen people were killed and seven wounded after a Russian drone struck a bus carrying miners in Ukraine's southeastern Dnipropetrovsk region, energy firm DTEK and government officials said on Sunday.

Meet the doctors for Canada’s men’s and women’s Olympic hockey teams — who happen to be married
Laura Bennion and Ian Auld are the lead physicians for Canada's women's and men's hockey teams.

Alberta vetting process limits sexual education materials for students, some experts say
Some sexual health education experts, advocacy groups and teachers say new provincial approval requirements have left educators with inadequate options to teach Alberta’s health curriculum.

Blairmore latest Alberta community to lose bank branch — a trend seen across Canada
The loss of retail banking service locations is not unique to one bank or to Alberta or to small towns. The Canadian Bankers Association says the number of bank branches is down nationwide: about six per cent from 2020 to 2024. But the closures hit harder in small communities where the options are fewer and farther apart.

How a Canadian in Rome is building a Catholic AI from Vatican archives
A Canadian entrepreneur in Rome is building Magisterium AI, a Catholic platform trained on church documents and Vatican-linked collections. The project aims to make doctrine searchable at scale, while raising questions about accuracy, authority and how it will be used.

Kashechewan teen evacuated to Niagara Falls, Ont., says she misses 'being on the land'
Kashechewan residents Kerri-Ann Koosees and Keisha Paulmartin were forced to evacuate to Niagara Falls on short notice after the First Nation declared a state of emergency. Despite concerns and challenges, they say they're grateful for city and local groups trying to meet their needs.

Toronto-based Mexican musician cancels U.S. tour after ICE shootings, as artists reconsider American shows
Industry reps say Canadian musicians are increasingly concerned about touring the U.S., traditionally their biggest market, amid rising political tensions and Trump's immigration crackdown.

Her cousins were killed during deadly Iranian protests. She wants people to know who they were
Iranian-Canadian Tayebeh Poshtareh found out from an Instagram post that her cousins had died in the streets of Tehran this month during deadly protests that prompted a bloody crackdown and an internet blackout. She and other Iranians in Canada say the lack of communication is taking a toll on families, while those still in Iran are facing pressure from the regime.

Fact-checking Trump's claims about his 1st year back in the White House
U.S. President Donald Trump likes to throw out a lot of figures during speeches to his base that he says prove how successful his first year back in office has been. But given Trump's proclivity for spreading misinformation, we wanted to see how many of these figures are accurate and backed up by real data.
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Toronto Star

Toronto demonstrators march in support of anti-government protests in Iran
Drivers in downtown Toronto should expect delays and consider alternate routes, say police.

5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and father return to Minnesota from ICE facility in Texas
The boy and his father, who were held at an ICE facility in Texas, have been released following a judge’s order.

14-year-old dead following snow mobile collision in Oxford County
The 14-year-old, who was operating the snowmobile, was taken to hospital and later pronounced dead.

Toronto's cold weather continues with wind chill posing frostbite risk
The chilly temperatures are caused by previous snow storms combining with cold fronts settling in from the Arctic region, says Environment Canada.

Catherine O’Hara’s five greatest performances: 'Schitt's Creek,' 'Home Alone' and more
The comic actor, who died Friday at 71, left a treasure trove of brilliant portrayals in movies and on TV.

Woman charged with animal cruelty after dogs left in freezing vehicle for hours
Police say the outside temperature was near -18 C and that the dogs had been inside the vehicle for more than two hours.

Frozen city, warm hearts: How 'small acts' helped Toronto weather its wildest winter storm yet
The historic storm blanketed neighbourhoods and snarled commutes, but Torontonians showed they were up to the test.

As Toronto standards like The Bier Markt close, new concepts are reshaping nightlife: 'Running a bar is more of an art'
From rising rents to shifting habits, Toronto’s bars and restaurants are finding creative ways to keep customers coming through the door.

For him, it's a routine activity — but he saves lives doing it. Inside an innovative medical treatment that provokes both humour and horror
It may sound icky, but fecal microbiota transplants are helping patients with dangerous gut infections.

The six biggest unsolved mysteries of the Ryan Wedding case — ‘He will not survive prison if he gives up the wrong people’
Ryan Wedding has been arrested. But many of the biggest open questions in his case remain unanswered.
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Globe and Mail
Iran's leadership warns of regional conflict if U.S. attacks
Iran's leadership on Sunday warned of a regional conflict if the U.S. were to attack it, and designated EU armies as 'terrorist groups' in a retaliatory move.

U.S. winter weather leads to flight cancellations and falling iguanas
About 150 million people were under cold weather advisories and extreme cold warnings in the east
Florida Iguanas tumble from trees in cold weather
Massive blankets of snow and ice are expected in parts of the US this weekend, with frosty conditions seen as far south as Florida. Iguanas stunned by cold weather in the Sunshine State were seen falling from trees on Sunday.

Former Prince Andrew should testify before U.S. Congress over Epstein ties, Starmer says
King Charles’s brother maintained regular contact with Epstein after he was found guilty of child sex crimes, new files show
Judge orders release of five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos
A federal judge on Saturday ordered the release of a five-year-old boy, Liam Conejo Ramos, and his father, Adrian Conejo Arias, whom immigration officers detained during a Minnesota raid.
Five-year-old boy, father return to Minnesota after detention in Texas ICE facility
Images of Liam Conejo Ramos wearing a bunny hat while surrounded by immigration officers drew outrage over Trump’s crackdown

Collar cam offers bear’s eye view of Alaskan grizzlies
Twelve of the 200 or so grizzlies that roam the area have been outfitted with cameras as part of a research project

Pakistan’s security forces kill 145 militants in retaliation for recent attacks
Banned separatist group Baloch Liberation Army claimed responsibility for recent assaults on security forces, civilians and infrastructure

Death toll in Switzerland’s New Year’s bar fire rises to 41
18-year-old Swiss national is latest victim of Jan. 1 fire at Le Constellation bar

U.S. attack on Iran would spark ‘regional war’ in Middle East, says Khamenei
Trump has sent an aircraft carrier and warships to the Arabian Sea after Tehran’s bloody crackdown on protests
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Global News

Earliest launch date for Artemis II set for Feb. 8 after cold weather delay: NASA
NASA says the earliest possible launch of Artemis II, which will carry Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen around the moon, is now scheduled for Feb. 8 due to weather delays.

Catherine O’Hara, Canadian actor and ‘Schitt’s Creek’ star, dead at 71
Catherine O'Hara is best-known for her role as Kate McCallister in the 'Home Alone' movie series, alongside 'Schitt's Creek' and 'Beetlejuice.'

U.K. lottery winner, 80, jailed in $424-million counterfeit drugs bust
A prosecutor said the gang was involved in producing counterfeit drugs with an estimated street value of £288 million (C$424 million).

Venezuela commercial airspace to reopen weeks after Maduro raid, Trump says
Trump said Thursday he instructed U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and U.S. military leaders to open up the airspace by the end of the day.

B.C. premier calls meeting between Alberta separatists, Trump officials ‘treason’
B.C. Premier David Eby is condemning reports of meetings between Alberta separatists and U.S. officials to discuss separation from Canada, accusing them of 'treason.'

10 people abducted from Mexico mining site, confirms Vancouver-based firm
The company said the incident is currently under investigation and information is limited, but it confirms that local authorities have been notified.

Canada and Korea sign MOU for more trade, including autos and minerals
Canada and South Korea have taken key steps to strengthen trade ties that are expected to boost several industrial sectors in Canada, including automotive and critical minerals.

Toronto car exporter accused of laundering money for Hezbollah
Canada has declared Fahed Sowane a danger to security.

Plane crash in Colombia kills all 15 on board, including local politician
State-run airline Satena said air traffic control lost contact with the plane 12 minutes into its short flight from Cucuta, on the border with Venezuela, to the town of Ocana.

How the Ryan Wedding drug trial could compare to ‘El Chapo’ court case
The former U.S. attorney who oversaw the prosecution and conviction of Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman tells Global News there are similarities in both cases.
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New York Times

Russia Strikes Ukraine’s Energy Sector, Killing 12 Miners
The attack comes during a winter freeze and despite efforts by President Trump and others to get the two countries to negotiate a truce.

A ‘Historic’ Snowfall Hits the Carolinas
Blanketed beaches. Frozen suburbs. Football fields buried in snow. Everywhere in the region, people felt the storm, which caused two deaths.

Judge Who Ruled Against Trump Administration Cleared of Justice Dept. Complaint
Trump allies have called for Judge James E. Boasberg to be investigated and impeached after decisions that questioned the administration’s respect for the rule of law.

They Said They Weren’t Close to Epstein. New Documents Show Otherwise.
Materials released by the Justice Department revealed that leading business and political figures had enduring relationships with the disgraced financier.

Federal Courts Undercut Trump’s Mass Deportation Campaign
A policy intended to keep immigrants detained indefinitely has led to a deluge of lawsuits, overwhelming some federal courts and resulting in many releases.

Trump Has Overwhelmed Himself
This is a presidency that is, by any measure, failing.

‘Melania’ Arrives With Strong Box Office Showing for a Documentary
Amazon backed up the Brink’s trucks for the vanity film, resulting in weekend ticket sales of about $7 million in North America, enough for third place.

2026 Grammys: How to Watch, Red Carpet Time and Stream Details
A guide to everything you need to know for the 68th annual awards on Sunday night.

Takeaways From Gavin Newsom’s New Memoir, ‘Young Man in a Hurry’
His introspective memoir tries to challenge the conventional wisdom about his upbringing, explores his marriages and airs a little dirty laundry — but says relatively little about politics.

Mamdani Announces New Shelter Beds as Death Toll During Cold Rises to 14
The 50 units in Upper Manhattan will house single people who may be reluctant to stay in group shelters.
CNBC

India's finance minister projects modest fiscal consolidation in budget
Nirmala Sitharaman sees small improvements in fiscal deficit and debt-to-GDP ratio

AstraZeneca is listing in New York, as Big Pharma balances the huge U.S. market with China's tempting innovation
AstraZeneca announces multibillion dollar investments in China as Big Pharma is increasingly looking east for innovation.

How Chinese short-video streaming firms are reshaping Latin America's media landscape
Short-drama apps, many with Chinese origins, are making significant inroads in Latin America as the region becomes more affluent, research shows.

Bitcoin dips below $79,000 as market digests silver sell-off, Trump's Fed chair pick
Bitcoin and Ethereum plunged following wide swings in the commodities market.

American Express challenges Apple for No. 1 slot in Berkshire's portfolio
Big Apple sales and gains for American Express have put Amex within a few billion dollars of becoming the most valuable holding in Berkshire's portfolio.

A 'staggering' number of people bought new iPhones last quarter—analysts explain why, and whether it'll happen again soon
Apple CEO Tim Cook called the surge in demand for iPhones in the latest quarter "staggering." Analysts say multiple factors can help explain why.

Activist Dan Loeb dusts off his poison pen as he seeks a board refresh at CoStar Group
Investors are seeing shades of yesteryear's Dan Loeb in a letter he recently wrote to the CoStar board.

The best communicators do 3 simple things in job interviews—they make you a 'very, very attractive' candidate, says expert
Your ability to communicate your skills in a job interview is crucial. "Supercommunicators" author Charles Duhigg shares three tips for candidates.

Is 'America First' starting to backfire as Washington's allies go it alone?
Trump's volatility and unpredictability, as well as tariffs and territorial threats, have spooked erstwhile allies.

Epstein files show Elon Musk apparently discussed plans to visit sex offender's island, host him at SpaceX
Elon Musk corresponded with Jeffrey Epstein in 2012 and 2013, according to newly released files, and sought to visit Epstein's island and host him at SpaceX.
Washington Post

Iran’s missiles pose deadly threat, gulf allies warn, as Trump weighs strikes
Even after a 12-day war with Israel, Iran retains the arsenal to hit U.S. allies and bases. U.S. strikes would lead to “regional war,” Iran’s supreme leader said.

Israeli airstrikes kill 32 in Gaza, Palestinian officials say
Israel said it targeted Hamas militants and weapons sites. The majority of the dead were women and children, the Gaza Health Ministry said.

Epstein file photos appear to show Andrew crouched over female on floor
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, who was stripped of his royal titles over ties to Jeffrey Epstein, seems to be in images released by the Justice Department.

China’s efforts to boost the birth rate have failed. Is coercion next?
China's birth rate has fallen to a record low, prompting concerns about the country's demographic future and the potential for more coercive measures.

U.S. approves almost $16 billion in arms sales to Israel and Saudi Arabia
The sales to Israel, worth close to $6.7 billion, include 30 Apache attack helicopters. Saudi Arabia is set to buy Patriot missiles worth $9 billion.

Trump says U.S. will decertify Canadian-made planes, threatens 50% tariff
The president accused Canada of blocking the sale of U.S.-made Gulfstream aircraft and said he would raise tariffs in the latest dispute to rock the once-chummy relationship.

What to know about the deadly Nipah virus, amid outbreak in India
Some airports in Asia are on alert after confirmed cases in West Bengal of Nipah virus, which has no known cure. South Asia sees outbreaks nearly every year.
BBC

Is Carrick proving Amorim's Man Utd tenure was a wasted year?
A third win in a row for Michael Carrick highlights the failures of Ruben Amorim's time at Manchester United.

Banton whacks England to victory over Sri Lanka
Tom Banton hits an unbeaten half-century as England pull off a brilliant DLS chase to beat Sri Lanka by six wickets in the second T20 international.

Iranian protester Erfan Soltani released on bail, reports say
Reports in January had said he was due to be executed after his arrest in connection with anti-government protests.

Why Man City have toppled Chelsea as England's best
Manchester City's victory over Chelsea was confirmation they are the best team in the country this season and they are the WSL champions in waiting.

Boy, 5, and father detained by ICE return to Minnesota after release
A congressman confirmed that Liam Conejo Ramos had been released and was at home with his hat and backpack.

Twelve miners killed by Russian strike in Ukraine, energy company says
Seven others were reported injured in the strike near a bus carrying the workers on Sunday.

Iran's supreme leader warns of regional war if US attacks
Trump earlier said Iran - which is due to begin a live-fire naval exercise in a key shipping route - was in "serious discussions".

Charlotte Cadden chosen as Tory by-election candidate
The retired detective says she wants "a proper inquiry on grooming gangs" and "to get rid of carbon tax".

Parents of girl, 7, swept out to sea on holiday speak of 'unbearable pain'
Tasneem and Zubair Makda say they are "forever changed" since their daughter was swept away by a wave.

Families take legal action after British tourists die following Cape Verde holiday illness
A law firm says it is representing the families of six people who holidayed in Cape Verde.
The Independent

Met Police urged to reopen Andrew investigation after latest release of Epstein files
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor ties with Jeffrey Epstein featured in the latest batch of files disclosed by US officials on Friday

Polanski condemns Starmer’s ‘high on drugs, soft on Putin’ jibe as ‘beneath the office of the prime minister’
The Green Party leader criticised the prime minister for deploying ‘cheap jokes’ on ‘serious issues’
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‘I felt embarrassed starting metal detecting’: Meet the mother-of-two helping change the male-dominated field
Ellie Verrecchia, known as Miss Detectorist on social media, aims to encourage more women to join the traditionally male-dominated pastime, Alex Ross writes

Three fraternity members arrested over hazing death of teenager at Arizona university
Northern Arizona University has suspended the Delta Tau Delta fraternity as the investigation continues

Iran-Trump latest: ‘Hopefully we’ll make a deal’, declares US president amid soaring tensions in Middle East
Iran's supreme leader warned that a US attack would spark a “regional war”

Five-year-old boy and his dad who were seized by ICE return home after judge demanded their release
Liam Conejo Ramos and his father, Adrian Alexander Conejo Arias, returned home to Minnesota Sunday after being held at an ICE detention center since January 20

Oscar-nominated screenwriter of Iranian drama 'It Was Just an Accident' arrested in Tehran
One of the Oscar-nominated screenwriters of the Iranian drama “It Was Just an Accident” has been arrested in Tehran just weeks before the Academy Awards

Ukraine-Russia war latest: 15 miners killed in Russian strike on bus after peace talks delayed
The attack came hours after President Zelensky announced that peace negotiations had been delayed

5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and father return to Minnesota from Texas detention facility
Five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his dad have returned to Minnesota after being released by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Texas lawmaker says

Carlos Alcaraz becomes youngest man to complete a career Grand Slam. Is a calendar Slam next?
Now that he's the youngest man to win all four major singles titles, Carlos Alcaraz is fielding questions about his chances for a calendar-year Grand Slam























