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CBC.ca
Parents can now see medical records of Alberta teens, sparking worry among doctors
Some Alberta doctors are warning a move by the provincial government to increase the access parents have to the medical records of teenagers could put some patients at risk.
Supreme Court ruling sets out exception to lawyer-client confidentiality
The Supreme Court of Canada says there can be an exception to a lawyer's duty to keep conversations with a client confidential when the lawyer needs the information to defend themselves against a criminal charge.
Coquitlam students face 3rd day of 'hold and secure' procedures as police respond to threats
Students in Coquitlam, B.C., were placed under “hold and secure” protocols Friday over what administrators described as a "called in threat.”
Enzo the emu makes a break for it, local stardom ensues
A female emu named Enzo briefly escaped from an eastern Ontario animal rescue sanctuary earlier this week, and has now turned into something of a local celebrity.
Prosecutors drop aggravated assault charge against Yukon hockey prospect McKenna
Prosecutors have withdrawn a felony aggravated assault charge against Yukon-born hockey prospect Gavin McKenna.
Elton John testifies he was 'incensed' over Daily Mail hacking allegations
Singer Elton John told London's High Court on Friday he was incensed to learn of allegations his landline phones had been bugged on behalf of the Daily Mail, saying the papers' actions were "outside even the most basic standards of human decency."
4th youth hockey player arrested in alleged hazing sex assault investigation
Three other youths were arrested on related sexual assault charges earlier this week, after a youth reported being assaulted during a private hockey team gathering in Colchester County in October 2025.
West Wing, Thirtysomething actor Timothy Busfield indicted on 4 counts of sexual contact with a child
A New Mexico grand jury has indicted actor Timothy Busfield on four counts of criminal sexual contact with a child.
Parks Canada looks at new tactics to curb Lake Louise overcrowding
From a summertime ban of vehicles, a reservation system, parking time limits or maintaining the status quo of paid parking, the federal agency is looking at ways to lessen the impact of visitation at the popular tourist attraction.
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Toronto Star
China overturns death sentence for Canadian: report
The decision comes just weeks after Prime Minister Mark Carney was in Beijing for meetings with President Xi Jinping and other officials.
No public inquiry into Eglinton Crosstown LRT woes, Doug Ford says: 'Buddy, you've got to be a little more positive'
The premier and Toronto's mayor, along with other dignitaries, marked the opening of the long-delayed Eglinton Crosstown LRT on Friday with the unveiling of a plaque.
Toronto police officer charged in Project South investigation denied bail
Barnhardt, 56, is facing a total of 18 criminal charges as part of the months-long probe that allegedly found Toronto cops leaking confidential information in order to facilitate shootings and extortions, and conspire to commit murder.
Babysitter guilty of murdering boy, 3, in Toronto children’s aid bathroom. She was ‘taking her frustration out on him,’ Crown says
“She was able to contain her frustration by taking Quinn into the washroom and taking her frustration out on him in a private area.”
Doug Ford expected to wait until summer for Scarborough Southwest byelection
Premier Doug Ford is expected to wait until summer to hold a provincial byelection in Scarborough Southwest to fill the vacancy left by the resignation of NDP MPP Doly Begum.
Canadian Tire ordered to pay nearly $1.3 million for false advertising
The case stems from a six-month investigation by the province's consumer protection office in 2021.
Play Winter Olympics beer bingo with us: It's opening ceremony day, and we already have our first scandal
The Winter Games are here. From the opening ceremony to the quest for gold, track every moment with our bingo card and a roster of local craft beers.
Toronto police corruption scandal: Is this former police board exec. the right man to lead an independent review?
Ryan Teschner, Ontario’s first inspector general of policing, was the executive director and chief of staff of the Toronto police board; his tenure overlapped with the hiring of Myron Demkiw as chief in 2022.
Peel police suspend three officers in relation to explosive Project South investigation
Project South, a wide-ranging investigation revealed Thursday saw seven Toronto police officers and one retired officer charged criminally.
Actor Timothy Busfield indicted in New Mexico on 4 counts of sexual contact with a child
A New Mexico grand jury has indicted Timothy Busfield on four counts of criminal sexual contact with a child.
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Globe and Mail
In Texas’s Rio Grande Valley, Trump’s immigration crackdown reshapes daily life
The threat of enforcement has created a constant undercurrent of fear for residents of the Rio Grand Valley
West Wing actor Timothy Busfield indicted on four counts of sexual contact with a child
Allegations filed in New Mexico are tied to his work as director on set of TV series The Cleaning Lady
Sicily’s women savour freedom and faith at Feast of Saint Agatha
Every February, Catania honours its Catholic traditions and the spirit of equality
World skiing's governing body aims to quash penis-enlargement story, but science makes sense
World skiing's governing body has moved swiftly to quash talk of ski jumpers injecting their penises with paraffin or hyaluronic acid to gain a competitive edge, but scientists and ski jumpers at the Winter Olympics say if true it would make perfect sense.
U.S. military leader in Mideast joins Iran-U.S. indirect talks in Oman
Iran and the United States held indirect talks in Oman on Friday, negotiations that appeared to return to the starting point on how to approach discussions over Tehran’s nuclear program. But for the first time, America brought its top military commander in the Middle East to the table.
Luigi Mangione speaks out in protest as judge sets state murder trial for June, ahead of federal trial
‘It’s the same trial twice. One plus one is two. Double jeopardy by any commonsense definition,’ Mangione says
Trump deletes racist post depicting Obamas as primates after widespread backlash
White House said a staffer had posted the video erroneously, hours after press secretary Karoline Leavitt said there was nothing offensive about the post
Top Russian general shot multiple times in Moscow
A senior Russian officer was rushed to hospital after being shot in Moscow on Friday, officials said. It follows a series of attacks targeting senior Russian military personnel.
Islamic State claims responsibility for bombing that killed dozens at Shiite mosque in Pakistan
At least 31 people were killed and more than 170 were wounded in suicide bombing in capital of Islamabad
U.S. accuses China of conducting secret nuclear test in 2020
United States calls for broader arms control treaty that would bring in China as well as Russia
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Global News
What’s behind the online diplomatic spat between the U.S. and Poland?
The spat became public when U.S. Ambassador to Poland Tom Rose said the U.S. will have 'no further dealings' with the speaker of the lower house of the Polish legislature.
U.S. says it wants new Russia nuclear arms treaty but with China involved
Russian and U.S. negotiators this week discussed the expiration of the New START treaty and agreed on the need to quickly launch new arms control talks, the Kremlin said Friday.
Canada’s new Greenland consulate officially opens with patriotic ceremony
Gov. Gen. Mary Simon and Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand were in Greenland's capital Nuuk for the ceremonial opening on Friday.
Olympic ski jumping penis enhancement a ‘wild rumour,’ officials say
The Olympics' strangest sideshow blew up when the World Anti-Doping Agency said it would be on the watch for evidence male ski jumpers were artificially enlarging their penises.
Deputy chief of Russia’s military intelligence service shot, wounded in Moscow
The shooting came a day after Russian, Ukrainian and U.S. negotiators wrapped up two days of talks aimed at ending the nearly 4-year conflict in Ukraine.
Latest alleged Iranian regime official found in Canada wants his identity hidden
The Iranian citizen wants his case heard behind closed doors.
Queen Maxima of Netherlands joins country’s army as reservist
Footage shows the royal swimming in a pool wearing goggles that obscure her vision, as well as abseiling down scaffolding and descending a rock climbing wall.
Amid rising political tensions, will there be controversy at the Olympics?
The 2026 Milan-Cortina Olympic Games come at a time of escalating political tensions worldwide, setting up the possibility of potential statements being made.
U.S., Russia to reestablish military talks after Abu Dhabi meetings
Communications between the U.S. and Russia were suspended in 2021 shortly before Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
U.S.-Russia nuclear arms control pact expires after half a century
The Kremlin said Thursday it regretted the expiration of the last remaining nuclear arms pact between Russia and the United States that left no caps on the two atomic arsenals.
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New York Times
Authorities Investigate a New Message in Nancy Guthrie Kidnapping Case
The F.BI. and local law enforcement gave no details about the note, which came on the sixth day of the search for Ms. Guthrie, the mother of the “Today” host Savannah Guthrie.
A Pro-Israel Group’s Move Backfires as Gaza Tensions Flare in Midterms
A surprising twist in a New Jersey primary race showed how questions about Israel continue to roil American politics in unpredictable ways.
Stocks Rebound After Volatile Week as Dow Hits Record High
The Dow Jones industrial average surpassed 50,000 points for the first time, as old line stocks come back into vogue.
Trump Deletes Racist Video Portraying the Obamas as Apes
The White House press secretary had dismissed criticism of the clip’s racist content as “fake outrage.” But later Friday, the clip disappeared from the president’s social media feed.
Lil Jon’s Son Is Found Dead in a Georgia Pond, Police Say
Nathan Smith, whose stage name is DJ Young Slade, was reported missing on Tuesday after running out of his home in a community north of Atlanta.
Bard College President Leon Botstein Was Close With Jeffrey Epstein
Bard College’s president, Leon Botstein, said his school needed cash. But a rare watch and a Caribbean visit show how his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein sometimes veered into the personal.
U.S. Seeks to Expedite Deportation of 5-Year-Old Liam Conejo Ramos
Liam was detained last month near Minneapolis during an immigration enforcement operation in which his father was also taken into custody by federal agents.
Paul Weiss Partners Turned on Brad Karp After Learning Extent of His Epstein Ties
Mr. Karp resigned as chairman of the elite law firm after senior partners met to decide his future.
Let the Games Begin
Also, mass market paperbacks are heading toward extinction. Here’s the latest at the end of Friday.
JD Vance Is Booed at Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony in Milan
Before the event, protesters marched in Milan in opposition to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, whose personnel are in Italy to advise local officials in securing the Winter Games.
CNBC
Tech AI spending may approach $700 billion this year, but the blow to cash raises red flags
Tech's megacaps announced major increases in capex spend for 2026, and now investors are preparing for cash to dwindle.
Amazon leads Big Tech’s $1 trillion wipeout as AI bubble fears ignite sell-off
Microsoft, Nvidia, Oracle, Meta, Amazon and Alphabet all saw their shares fall in the week up to the market close on Thursday.
Stellantis CEO says automaker is stronger together as stock plummets amid $26 billion charge
The automaker announced $26 billion in charges from a business restructuring that includes pulling back on electrification plans and reintroducing V8 engines.
Stellantis announces $26 billion hit from business overhaul; shares plunge
Stellantis said it expects to take a 22-billion-euro ($26 billion) as it overhauls its business to accelerate the rollout of electric and hybrid vehicles.
Nvidia shares rise 8% as Jensen Huang says $660 billion capex buildout is sustainable
Huang's comments come after key Nvidia customers Meta, Amazon, Google and Microsoft reported their latest earnings over the past two weeks.
Trump holds leverage over Iran thanks to low oil prices, Energy Secretary says
Iran is an OPEC member and produces more than 3 million barrels per day.
Amazon stock falls 8% on $200 billion spending forecast, earnings miss
The company also said it expects capital expenditures to hit roughly $200 billion in 2026, compared with $146.6 billion estimated by analysts.
Bitcoin rebounds back above $70,000 after nearly breaking below $60,000 a day ago
Some market analysts have suggested bitcoin could fall further, potentially hitting between $40,000 to $50,000.
Trump takes down racist Truth Social post showing Obamas as apes after blowback
The depiction of the Obamas, posted from Trump's Truth Social account, was included in a video pushing a conspiracy theory about 2020 election voting machines.
Goldman Sachs taps Anthropic’s Claude to automate accounting, compliance roles
Goldman Sachs is building AI agents with Anthropic’s Claude to automate trade accounting and client onboarding, aiming to speed work and boost efficiency.
Washington Post
Winter Olympics, spread across north Italy, open with Milanese flair
The Opening Ceremonies of the 2026 Winter Olympics featured four simultaneous events in four locations marking what organizers said was the most spread-out Games in history.
U.S. accuses China of secretive nuclear test as arms-control agreements lapse
Top U.S. nuclear official accuses China of conducting a secret nuclear test in 2020 and confirms plans to restart U.S. nuclear testing, citing a need to match covert detonations by Beijing and Moscow.
U.S. and Iran hold nuclear talks amid threats of regional war
The negotiations over Tehran’s nuclear capabilities come against a backdrop of deadly protests inside Iran and a buildup of U.S. military assets in the region.
Top Russian general shot in Moscow as talks stall on Ukraine ceasefire
Lt. Gen. Vladimir Alekseyev, the deputy head of the GRU, Russia’s main foreign military intelligence agency, was targeted at his home in Moscow, officials said.
Epstein built ties to Russians and sought to meet Putin, files show
Justice Department files show Jeffrey Epstein sought help from a Russian official after claiming a woman from Moscow was blackmailing “powerful businessmen” in New York.
Young people in China have a new alternative to marriage and babies: AI pets
Cute fluffy AI-powered “pets” are providing emotional companionship to an increasing number of lonely, tired Chinese — and a digital ear for tech giants.
U.S., Russia to resume high-level military talks
A U.S. official called the deal a by-product of ongoing efforts to end the Ukraine war. It came as a key nuclear treaty between Washington and Moscow expired.
The treaty limiting U.S. and Russian nuclear arms expired. What to know.
President Donald Trump said Thursday that he hoped to replace New START with a modernized treaty that could “last long into the future.”
In northwest Nigeria, U.S. confronts a growing terrorist threat
Post reporters ventured to northwest Nigeria, where fighters affiliated with the Islamic State are on the offensive despite December airstrikes ordered by President Trump.
As West goes after Russia’s oil fleet, Moscow fears for its war funding
New European measures to crack down on Russia’s shadow fleet could severely hurt its economy at a time when it is looking increasingly vulnerable.
BBC
A result that puts Leeds safe, Forest in trouble - and Dyche in doubt?
After Leeds' win over Nottingham Forest on Friday, BBC Sport looks at what it all means for the Premier League relegation battle.
Lib Dem peer suspended again over harassment allegations
The party says it "has now received legal advice" that a 2013 inquiry into the allegations "was flawed in several respects".
Milan-Cortina Games begin with vibrant opening ceremony
Andrea Bocelli and Mariah Carey perform as part of vibrant opening ceremony for the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.
Milan-Cortina Games begin with vibrant opening ceremony
Andrea Bocelli and Mariah Carey perform as part of vibrant opening ceremony for the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.
Five golds including big air on day one - Saturday's Winter Olympics guide
What's happening and who to look out for at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina.
Leeds beat Forest to move clear of relegation zone
Leeds United move nine points clear of the Premier League's relegation zone, with a dominant 3-1 win over fellow strugglers Nottingham Forest.
Son of rapper Lil Jon believed dead, days after going missing
Nathan Smith, a rapper who goes by DJ Young Slade, was reported missing after police said he ran out of his home early Tuesday
Police search properties linked to Mandelson over Epstein investigation
The former ambassador to the US and Labour minister is under investigation for misconduct in a public office.
The household names that appear in the files
Millions of Epstein-related documents released by the US justice department include the names of the world's rich and powerful.
Trump removes video with racist clip depicting Obamas as apes
The White House defended the post at first, calling to "stop the fake outrage", as members of both parties condemned the video.
The Independent
Surviving victim of ‘Suffolk strangler’ claims murdered women could be alive if police had taken her seriously
Serial killer tried to kidnap Emily Doherty before going on to kill five women – and will now be sentenced for murder of sixth victim
Justice Department will allow lawmakers to see unredacted versions of released Epstein files
The Department of Justice will allow members of Congress to review unredacted files on the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein
Photos of Chicago’s retro '70s themed orchids show
Thousands of orchids fill the greenhouse of the the Chicago Botanic Garden for its 12th annual Orchid Show, themed “Feelin’ Groovy,” where installations inspired by the 1970s — including a yellow Volkswagen Beetle overflowing with blooms.
4 people have died from eating death cap mushrooms as they spread in California after rains
Four people have died and three others have required a liver transplants after eating the death cap mushroom that is proliferating in California following a rainy winter
Donovan Mitchell's emotional week: All-Star pick, a major trade and fiancée's Super Bowl performance
Donovan Mitchell is having an emotional week
A man tied to the killing of Colombian soccer player Andrés Escobar shot dead in Mexico
Colombian President Gustavo Petro says a man allegdly linked to the 1994 killing of soccer player Andrés Escobar has been shot dead in Mexico
Iguanas have been falling from trees in Florida because of cold temps. So, naturally, people are putting them on pizza
Iguanas become cold-stunned in temperatures fall into the 40s Fahrenheit or lower
Ukraine-Russia war latest: US ‘aims for March peace deal’ amid fallout over Putin general shooting
The ambitious goal has been discussed between Ukrainian and US negotiators, sources said
Camp leader who abused boys after lacing sweets is ‘sadistic, monstrous paedophile’, wife says as he is jailed
Jon Ruben leaned forward in the dock with his head in his hands as graphic details of how he abused the boys were read out to the court
Sofia Goggia lights the cauldron in Cortina after helping Italy secure Olympic hosting rights
Sofia Goggia had a key role in securing the hosting rights of the Milan Cortina Olympics for Italy
