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CBC.ca
Calgary father accused of murdering children, driving bodies to police station, makes first court appearance
A Calgary father accused of murdering his young children before driving their bodies to a police station where officers say he called 911 and confessed, made a brief court appearance today and will remain in custody for the foreseeable future.
Government's strategy to protect critical infrastructure from climate change falling short: report
The federal government's strategy to protect more than $100 billion worth of key infrastructure from the destructive impacts of climate change has significant gaps, with three key departments well behind where they need to be.
Britney Spears avoids jail time for DUI after pleading guilty to lesser charge
Britney Spears pleaded guilty through her lawyer Monday to a lesser charge that will allow her to avoid jail time after prosecutors accused her of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs in Southern California.
Evacuations planned as suspected hantavirus outbreak traps 150, including 4 Canadians, on cruise ship
Medics were working on Monday to evacuate two people with symptoms of the deadly hantavirus after a suspected outbreak on a luxury cruise ship held off West Africa carrying mostly British, American and Spanish passengers, along with four Canadians, officials said.
RCMP say U.S. tourist died in accident in Banff National Park
RCMP say a 25-year-old American man has died in Johnston Canyon in Banff National Park. Staff Sgt. Mike Buxton-Carr, Banff's RCMP detachment commander, says the incident is being considered as an accidental death during recreational activity.
The moment a Nova Scotia hockey fan fell onto the ice
An 11-year-old fan recently got the chance to join a Truro, N.S., hockey team on the ice at the Rath Eastlink Community Centre, but not in the way you might expect. Linus Mulherin tells us what happened.
Peter Nygard's appeal of sexual assault convictions being heard Monday in Toronto
The Ontario Court of Appeal is set to hear Peter Nygard's appeal of his sexual assault convictions and prison sentence today, with his lawyers arguing the Toronto trial judge made errors including admitting the testimony of an expert on trauma.
'Everyone is scared all the time': Bondi Beach inquiry hears from Australia's Jewish community
A wide-ranging Australian inquiry examining antisemitism in the country after a massacre at a Hanukkah celebration heard Monday from that escalating hatred has left Jewish people in Australia fearful and vulnerable.
Quadriplegic senior says changes to home care putting his health at risk
A 72-year-old man in Saanich, B.C., says his usual community health workers seem to have been replaced with workers who aren't trained to help facilitate his daily bowel routine.
Canada commits $270M to Ukraine as Carney addresses European summit in Armenia
Prime Minister Mark Carney says his government will contribute $270 million to help Ukraine secure critical military capabilities in its defence against Russia's full-scale invasion.
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Toronto Star
Carney government providing an additional $1.5B to steel, aluminum and copper sectors in face of Trump tariffs
The new funding comes on top of billions Ottawa has already made available to the sector that has been hit hard by U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs.
Defence spending plan will send federal budget deficit soaring, watchdog warns
Achieving Canada's long-term goal for defence spending would add $63 billion to the federal budget deficit by 2035, almost double this year's projected shortfall, Parliament's budget watchdog says.
Judge slams veteran prosecutor for angrily telling Toronto cop ‘we protect our own.’ Dangerous driving case tossed
Veteran Toronto prosecutor Marnie Goldenberg was “less than candid” in her testimony and “did not provide the court with a fair and fulsome account of what took place,” the judge found.
41 years in the mines. Terminal cancer. And a hard choice to keep working. What his story and new data reveal about the costs of Ontario's mining boom
As Canada moves to fast-track mineral extraction projects across the country, observers warn the push is outpacing worker protections.
Toronto firefighters battle blaze at Thorncliffe Park condo where a fire burned for weeks last year
Emergency services first responded to reports of a fire at a Thorncliffe-area highrise around 11:40 a.m.
For days, a Toronto street had near-misses and wrong-way traffic. How a Google Maps error led to the War on Winona
Residents of Toronto’s Winona Drive raised the alarm over a Google Maps glitch that keeps directing drivers the wrong way down their one-way street. It took Google several days to fix.
Watch: Maple Leafs unveil Mats Sundin and John Chayka as new front office team
MLSE president Keith Pelley, whose last news conference was a PR disaster, will introduce them at a downtown Toronto sports bar at 1 p.m. ET.
John Sterling, theatrical Yankees broadcaster known for enduring home run calls, dies at 87
Sterling had undergone heart bypass surgery this winter and after the procedure was attended to by health care aides at his home in Edgewater, New Jersey. The team said he died at a New Jersey hospital.
Premier Doug Ford promises enhanced powers allowing TTC special constables to arrest drug users
Under new legislation, which would come into effect July 1 if Ford's legislation passes, the officers would be given the same authority as police.
A cruise ship is waiting for help after 3 people died in a suspected outbreak of the rare hantavirus
A suspected outbreak of hantavirus killed three passengers and left at least three others seriously ill on a Dutch cruise ship with nearly 150 people aboard.
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Globe and Mail
Two killed, driver arrested as car hits crowd in Leipzig, Germany
Police identified the driver as a 33-year-old man with German citizenship
Rudy Giuliani is breathing on his own after being hospitalized with pneumonia, spokesperson says
Former New York City Mayor remains in critical but stable condition and is being monitored as a precautionary measure
What to know about hantavirus, the illness suspected in a cruise ship outbreak
Three people have died and others have been sickened by what health authorities suspect is a hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean.
U.S. denies Iranian missiles struck navy ships
Iran said it had forced a U.S. warship to turn back from entering the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, although U.S. Central Command quickly denied a report of a missile strike.
Hantavirus risk to wider public is low, WHO says, after suspected outbreak on cruise ship
Medics were working to evacuate two people with symptoms on vessel held off Cape Verde
What is hantavirus, how does it spread and what are the symptoms?
The illness suspected of causing an outbreak aboard a cruise ship is mainly spread by contact with rodents or their urine, saliva or droppings
Britney Spears pleads guilty to lesser charge in DUI case, avoiding further jail time
Pop star’s lawyer pleads guilty on her behalf to what’s commonly called a ‘wet reckless’
European leaders see Trump’s troop drawdown from Germany as sign to take care of own security
Pentagon announced last week that it would pull some 5,000 troops out of Germany
Iran warns against U.S. plan to help ships escape Strait of Hormuz
Iran's military warned U.S. forces on Monday not to enter the Strait of Hormuz after President Donald Trump said the United States would start helping to free ships stranded in the Gulf.
Iran hits UAE oil port, Korean ship on fire in Hormuz as both sides issue conflicting statements
U.S. military says two American merchant ships made it through the strait, while Iran denies any crossings took place
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Global News
Timmy the stranded humpback whale, rescued and returns to the ocean
The stranded whale was first spotted idle near Germany’s Baltic Sea coast on March 3, far from his natural habitat in the Atlantic Ocean.
Austrian police arrest man after rat poison found in baby food jars
HiPP, a Germany-based organic baby food maker, became aware of the situation after a 'blackmailer sent a message to a non-personalized shared mailbox.'
Hantavirus: 3 dead on Atlantic cruise ship in suspected outbreak
The World Health Organization said detailed investigations aboard the MV Hondius ship are ongoing, including further laboratory testing.
U.S. denies Iran claim of striking American vessel in Strait of Hormuz
The U.S.-led Joint Maritime Information Center advised ships to cross the strait in Oman’s waters, saying it had set up an “enhanced security area.”
Chinese consulate met Vancouver official in bid to stop event critical of communist rule
The meeting took place in early April, as the Shen Yun dance group was to perform at a city-owned theatre.
Cargo ship near Strait of Hormuz says it’s attacked as Iran pushes new peace deal
President Donald Trump said on Saturday that he was reviewing a new Iranian proposal to end the war but also expressed doubt it would lead to a deal.
Carney to take part in European summit on security, trade
Canada is the first non-European country to attend these meetings, which have taken place twice a year since they began after Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
Video of NYC police killing machete-wielding man at Grand Central station released
NYPD footage shows officers fatally shooting a man who had stabbed three people at a busy New York subway station after he allegedly refused repeated commands to drop a weapon.
Carney’s trip to Armenia happening as Ottawa’s foreign policy aims shift, expert says
Prime Minister Mark Carney heads to Armenia for a summit focused on Ukraine and trade, as critics warn Canada is shifting away from its democracy-first foreign policy.
U.S. to withdraw 5K troops from Germany, Pentagon says amid Trump-Merz feud
U.S. President Donald Trump had threatened to withdraw some troops from Germany after Chancellor Friedrich Merz criticized the U.S. strategy in its war against Iran.
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New York Times
Confusion in Strait of Hormuz Leaves Shipping Firms Guessing
The U.S. vowed to help tankers navigate the perilous conditions that have kept them stranded in the Persian Gulf, but it remained unclear if companies would try to get out.
Supreme Court Temporarily Restores Access to Abortion Pill by Mail
A lower-court ruling had reinstated a Food and Drug Administration requirement that patients visit a health care provider in person to obtain mifepristone.
Drone Hits a Moscow High-Rise Days Before a Major Military Parade
Air defenses in the Russian capital were breached as Ukraine expands long-range strikes.
Mifepristone, the Abortion Pill, Returns to the Supreme Court. Here’s What to Know.
The Louisiana lawsuit, which seeks to block telehealth prescribing and mailing of the abortion pill mifepristone, has major implications for abortion access nationwide.
Oil Jumps as Violence Flares After Trump’s Offer to Help Ships Through Strait
Oil prices fell and futures on the S&P 500 rose slightly on Sunday as investors reacted to continued uncertainty about the war in Iran.
Broadway’s Belters: Michele on Streisand, Hudson on Holliday and More
Ten insiders (and five Times writers) testify to the thrill of the big Broadway sound of songs like “Defying Gravity,” “I Got Rhythm” and “Wheels of a Dream.”
The U.S. Army’s ‘Big Experiment’ in the Arctic Cold
How would soldiers from places like Florida, Texas and Georgia fight and persevere in temperatures as low as minus 40 degrees?
Trump Administration Sues Minnesota to Block Climate Lawsuit
The Justice Department is seeking to block a lawsuit filed against major players in the fossil fuel industry over their role in climate change.
Britney Spears Pleads Guilty to Reckless Driving After D.U.I. Charge
As part of a plea deal, the pop star will serve 12 months probation, complete a three-month substance abuse program and pay a modest fine.
School Cellphone Ban Study Finds Mixed Results
Cellphone bans got devices out of students’ hands, according to the first large study. But behavior and academics have not improved, at least so far.
CNBC
Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy pill head start forces investors to rethink Eli Lilly's GLP-1 dominance
Early signs from the launch of Novo Nordisk's Wegovy pill and Eli Lilly & Co.'s Foundayo are making investors rethink the opportunity for GLP-1 pills.
Circle jumps 20% on Clarity Act compromise that preserves stablecoin rewards
Lawmakers over the weekend reached a compromise on the market structure bill known as the CLARITY Act that keeps stablecoin reward programs intact.
Iran attacks UAE; U.S. says it sank boats in Strait of Hormuz
Stock market indices fell, and oil prices rose after the reported attack on the United Arab Emirates by Iran, which came nearly a month into a ceasefire.
Oil prices jump after Iran attacks UAE as U.S. tries to open Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. operation comes after renewed attacks on commercial vessels over the weekend.
Bret Taylor's Sierra raises nearly $1 billion months after last capital push
Sierra's $950 million Series E funding round was led by Tiger and Google's GV, with participation from Benchmark, Sequoia, Greenoaks and others.
Greg Abel earns solid scorecard from Berkshire shareholders after first annual meeting
The reviews from longtime shareholders and professional investors were broadly positive, even as many acknowledged the notable absence of Warren Buffett.
Anthropic teams with Goldman, Blackstone and others on $1.5 billion AI venture targeting PE-owned firms
The move marks Anthropic's latest effort to deepen its lead in the market for enterprise AI as competition intensifies with rivals including OpenAI
How Spirit Airlines' demise will benefit rivals — and raise airfares even more
Spirit Airlines' collapse will give some carriers more pricing power as they race to capture Spirit's customers.
Rudy Giuliani in critical condition with pneumonia
President Donald Trump called Rudy Giuliani a "True Warrior, and the Best Mayor in the History of New York City, BY FAR," in a Truth Social post.
GameStop stock sinks after surprise eBay takeover bid, Cohen's combative CNBC interview
GameStop made a takeover bid for eBay, offering $125 per share in a cash-and-stock deal that values the e-commerce platform at roughly $55.5 billion.
Washington Post
Iran fires on U.S. ships in Strait of Hormuz, in threat to ceasefire
The attacks followed the passage of U.S. warships and merchant vessels through the waterway despite Iran’s threats against attempts to “interfere” in the strait.
Rubio to meet with Pope Leo amid Trump’s clash with pontiff on Iran
The secretary of state will travel to Italy this week, the State Department said. Observers view the trip as an attempt to patch up ties with the Vatican and Italy.
Poisonous black rain falls in Russia as Ukraine strikes oil facilities
Residents of Tuapse, on the Black Sea, complained of an inadequate government response and coverup of what they say is a huge environmental and health disaster.
A soldier was trapped in a kill zone for 177 days. His wife’s voice was his lifeline.
While Roman Mongold, a Ukrainian soldier, was pinned down and surrounded by the enemy, he managed to trade voice memos with his wife thanks to a commander’s help.
BBC
Spain seizes record amount of cocaine in Atlantic Ocean, authorities say
The Civil Guard found between 30,000 and 45,000kg of the drug on a freighter headed to Libya.
UK joining Ukraine loan scheme would be good for EU ties, Starmer says
The UK is "discussing participating" in a £78bn (€90bn) European Union loan scheme to support Ukraine, the prime minister says.
What Champions League failure means for 'broken club' Chelsea
After a sixth-straight league loss, Chelsea are almost certain to miss out on Champions League qualification - a bitter blow which is likely to have far‑reaching consequences.
Two arrested over arson attack at Golders Green memorial
A memorial wall was damaged by fire on 27 April in north London, with counter-terror police involved in the investigation.
Israeli attacks kill dozens within days in Lebanon despite ceasefire
The health ministry says 77 people have been killed in Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon since Thursday.
Britney Spears pleads guilty to reckless driving after arrest
The 44-year-old will avoid jail time after her arrest in California earlier this year.
Police probe over 'antisemitic' post of Jewish actress with devil horns
The image was posted by the Scottish Palestine Solidarity Campaign as part of its petition to cancel Maureen Lipman's upcoming performance in Aberdeen.
Three Russian diplomats expelled from Austria over spying accusations
They gathered information using a "forest of antennas" installed on top of diplomatic buildings, the foreign minister says.
Giuliani recovering from pneumonia and 'now breathing on his own'
The ex-New York mayor 'remains in critical but stable condition', according to his spokesman.
Two killed and many injured after car driven into crowd in German city of Leipzig
Mayor Burkhard Jung said a suspect was detained and the motive was unclear.
The Independent
What to know about hantavirus as illness linked with three deaths on Atlantic cruise ship
Hantavirus exposure can cause a lung disease that is fatal in nearly 4 out of 10 who are infected
Electrical fire forces closure of Broadway theater that hosts 'The Book of Mormon'
A fire has forced the closure of the Broadway theater that has long hosted the “The Book of Mormon.”
Rudy Giuliani spokesman gives update on his condition as he remains hospitalized
The 81-year-old former NYC mayor being monitored as a ‘precautionary measure’ and is breathing on his own, spokesman says
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Moscow threatens ‘massive strike’ in centre of Kyiv if WW2 celebration is disrupted
Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky said he is yet to receive any official proposal of a ceasefire
Two killed and multiple people injured after car hits crowd in Leipzig
A driver has been arrested, police confirmed, adding there was no further danger
Starmer accused of ‘unpicking Brexit’ as UK faces paying EU £1bn a year after ‘reset’
Prime minister says closer alignment to the EU’s single market will be in the national interest
Arson suspect in Palisades fire expressed ‘resentment of the rich,’ prosecutors allege
Documents say the man was upset about not having New Year’s Eve plans
Netflix's 'Lord of the Flies' is a harrowing descent into horror. The cast had a ball
A new Netflix series adapts William Golding's “Lord of the Flies,” exploring chaos among boys stranded on a tropical island
U.S. travel blogger posts tearful Instagram video from hantavirus-struck cruise ship
There are 149 people aboard the MV Hondius ship where the outbreak occurred, officials said
Cruise ship with huge Broadway stars to steam off to Mexico and Bahamas in spring 2027
A star-studded cruise ship featuring Broadway's biggest names is setting sail from Florida to Mexico and the Bahamas next spring
