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CBC.ca

Zelenskyy vows response to deadly Russian multi-drone attack on shopping centre in central Ukraine

At least 15 people were killed and more than 130 wounded on Friday when several Russian drones struck a ‌shopping centre in central Ukraine, authorities said, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy promising a response to what he called an "act of barbarism."

IN PHOTOS | New wave of U.S. tariffs threatens these Canadian companies

Canadian businesses are under threat from U.S. tariffs under Section 338 of the Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act if no Canada-U.S. deal is reached. CBC photographer Evan Mitsui visited some of the industries to hear their concerns as the deadline to finalize a deal ticks down.

'All of a sudden it was on top of me': Harrowing moments as plane crashes into cars on B.C. road

One person is dead and the Transportation Safety Board is investigating after a plane made an emergency landing on a Prince George, B.C., road on Thursday.

Ariana Grande blasts Trump team — again — over music used for social post

For the second time this summer, Ariana Grande is blasting U.S. President Donald Trump's administration for using her music in a TikTok post, which featured her hit track We Can't Be Friends (Wait For Your Love) and even tagged the Grammy-winning performer.

Mounties reviewing First Nations' call for treason probe into Alberta premier, UCP

Canada's top Mountie has written to First Nations leaders in Alberta, confirming the RCMP will review the chiefs' call for a criminal treason investigation into the province's premier and governing party. The response has some chiefs feeling optimistic.

RCMP arrest Montreal minor in connection with alleged terror plot targeting school

The RCMP announced they have arrested a minor in Montreal in connection with an alleged attack he had planned targeting a school in the city.

Stabbing at Edmonton Sikh temple leaves 2 injured, man in custody

The World Sikh Organization of Canada said a “violent incident” at the Nanaksar Gurdwara temple in northeast Edmonton Friday morning left two people injured.

Ebola spreading exponentially in Congo as death toll tops 2,500, UN says

With emergency funds set to run dry within weeks, front-line responders in the Democratic Republic of Congo are facing escalating violence and conspiracy theories while attempting to contain the Bundibugyo Ebola strain.

Alberta minister faces more fury at second town hall on AI data centres

Alberta's technology minister faced yet another firing line of fury at the government's second town hall hearing from residents over its plan for artificial intelligence data centres.

'The gift comes from the horse': How this growing Indigenous sport is staying grounded in tradition

It’s a sport that involves flying down a dirt track on the bare back of a thoroughbred horse - and it’s gaining ground across the province – and the country. But organizers and racers say it’s much more than high-speed horses and intense exchanges — it’s a connection to culture.
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Toronto Star

Voters have until Tuesday to apply for a special ballot for federal byelections

Special ballots are used for voters who wish to cast their vote by mail or at an Elections Canada office, and applications can be completed online or in person.

'Complex and consequential' U.S. trade talks continue as midnight deadline looms for Donald Trump's latest tariffs

With less than a day to go before a new set of punishing U.S. tariffs are set to take effect, Canadian negotiators are trying to hammer out a trade deal as Ottawa faces criticism it may be conceding too much.

BTS is set to play Rogers Stadium, and Toronto City Hall's sign will light up purple in honour. Here's the latest

The city has also renamed part of Yonge Street 'BTS Blvd.' Here are details of stadium rules, merch sales, a planned fan light show and the 360-degree concert stage.

Dianne Saxe switches wards to run in Toronto-Danforth — avoids showdown with Mike Layton

Saxe will no longer run in University-Rosedale, as candidates clear the way for former councillor Mike Layton to retake his old ward.

LCBO getting ready to restock American alcohol ahead of potential Canada-U.S. trade deal

American booze was pulled from LCBO shelves by Premier Doug Ford more than a year ago in retaliation for Trump's massive tariffs on Ontario goods

Kurt Busch shares emotional last moments with late brother Kyle Busch in 'Today' interview

NASCAR Hall of Famer Kurt Busch recalled the final day he spent at his younger brother Kyle Busch’s hospital bedside in his first public comments about his death.

Ed Sheeran is energetic and unpretentious in his mostly-one-man show at Toronto's Rogers Centre

The affable Brit's ability to loop and build tracks in real-time makes for a fun night.

Settlers kill a Palestinian teen in a West Bank clash, and other Middle East developments

A Palestinian teenager was killed by Israeli settlers Friday after a rock-throwing incident in the occupied West Bank.

Ex-city councillor Mary Fragedakis announces run for Toronto-Danforth — amidst BIA lawsuit

Former councillor Mary Fragedakis is running in Toronto-Danforth following Paula Fletcher’s sudden retirement.

North York is in the midst of a K-pop takeover. Here are the Korean restaurants to try along 'BTS Boulevard'

From purple-hued cocktails to late-night tteokbokki, local businesses on Yonge Street are gearing up for the massive K-pop influx.
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Globe and Mail

Ceuta begins burials for migrants who died attempting to cross into the Spanish territory

Many of those who died drowned or were killed in a stampede to cross a breakwater barrier near a border checkpoint

Supreme Court allows Trump to continue work on White House ballroom for now

Trump emphasizes national security in defending project

Russian drones kill 14 people at a shopping mall in Kryvyi Rih in central Ukraine, officials say

Local officials say 121 people were injured in what Zelensky is calling a double-tap strike

Cleanup under way after storms batter Northeastern U.S.

Tornadoes touched down amid storms in Delaware and Long Island, NY

An attacker with a sword kills one and wounds several people at a school in central Sweden

Motive behind the attack not currently known, says Swedish prime minister

Lindsay Clancy’s defence rests its case in murder trial, prosecutors call rebuttal witnesses

Clancy’s lawyer hasn’t disputed that she killed the children but says she should not be held criminally responsible because she had postpartum psychosis

Canada, U.K., Australia call out Israel for decision on aid workers’ death

Countries say decision by Israel’s military prosecutor against a criminal investigation into the deadly strike, without offering further explanation, is ‘shameful’

Alberta minister faces fury at second AI town hall

Alberta's technology minister faced yet another firing line at the government's second town hall hearing from residents over its plan for artificial intelligence data centres. Nate Glubish was peppered with profanity from audience members at a northern Alberta town hall event.

Crown lease signed for Nova Scotia whale refuge

The provincial lease covers 83 hectares of Crown land and coastal waters near the tiny community of Wine Harbour

Prince Harry, others ordered to pay initial £9.5-million to Daily Mail after losing privacy case

Payment is at the upper end of expectations and marks a vindication for the journalists at the Daily Mail and a defeat for the losing claimants and their lawyers
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Global News

Sword attack by 18-year-old at Swedish school kills 1: police

Police Chief Tommy Alriksson told a news conference that the 18-year-old perpetrator at the school in the central town of Fagersta had been arrested.

Mark Zuckerberg purchases castle estate in Ireland, close to Europe Meta HQ

The Facebook founder bought Strancally Castle, built in 1830 and extensively renovated in 2003, according to a state heritage service.

6.7 magnitude earthquake hits Peru’s southern Andes Mountains, injures 2

According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the quake occurred at 1 p.m. local time (18:00 GMT) and was centered 38 kilometers (24 miles) northwest of the city of Upahuacho.

Panama Canal will cap daily transits as El Nino set to reduce water levels

Under the new measures, the canal will limit daily transits as of Sept. 4 to 34 vessels, and reduce the number to 32 as of Sept. 15.

Congo to receive 70K doses of Ervebo Ebola vaccine used in past outbreaks

The Ervebo vaccine is licensed for use against Ebola virus, one of the viruses that cause Ebola disease, but not for Bundibugyo virus.

U.S. deports 20 non-Liberians to Liberia in first flight under new pact

Deportees will include nationals from Africa, North America, South America and the Caribbean, according to Liberian officials who said they can apply for asylum if they choose.

U.S. ramps up Cuba sanctions, detentions of Americans returning from island

Trump's Republican administration has steadily ratcheted up pressure on Havana, threatening it with potential military intervention even when mired in a conflict against Iran.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle reportedly returning to Britain

The couple intend to relocate from the U.S. to a private non-royal residence outside London, six years after they quit royal duties, according to reports.

Ultra low emission zones linked to improved lung capacity in kids: UK study

"This evidence supports wider implementation of clean air zones as a public health intervention," the London and Luton based study says.

Who is ‘Lucky’? Dutch police believe mystery man may have ties to Canada

The man collapsed in Amsterdam in 2023 from a hemorrhage or stroke but police in the city have been unable to identify him for three years.
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New York Times

The Case of the Disappearing, Reappearing White House Ballroom Stairs

Derided by architects as serving no purpose, a grand staircase was never approved by a planning commission but appears back in President Trump’s plans.

Meghan of Sussex Eyes Role in Netflix Show ‘The Gentlemen’

The duchess's representatives have had exploratory talks about her joining a third season of “The Gentlemen,” two people said. Netflix has not yet ordered a third season of the show.

Desperation Mounts in Indiana After 10 Days Without Power

Floods from powerful thunderstorms devastated Gary, a city where a third of residents live below the poverty line. Full power restoration isn’t expected until next week.

He Said He Was the World’s Healthiest Man. Then Came a Stunning Diagnosis.

Bryan Johnson, the longevity guru, wants to live forever. But the big question is why.

Mark Zuckerberg Buys an Irish Castle

The prominent landowner has added a nearly 200-year-old estate to his holdings. Archival information says it can take “a brisk walk of 4½ minutes to reach the dining room from the kitchen.”

Palestinian Teenager Killed After Israeli Settlers Enter West Bank Village

Palestinian and Israeli authorities offered divergent accounts of the incident, which came as settler violence has surged across the Israeli-occupied territory.

Prince Harry, Elton John and Others Told to Pay Daily Mail Publisher $13 Million

Harry and six other high-profile figures lost a privacy lawsuit against Associated Newspapers. They may eventually have to pay more than twice the initial sum, a judge said.

Trump Announces Move to Lift Ground Beef Tariffs in Bid to Lower Prices

Cattle ranchers have trimmed their herds in response to drought and low margins, helping to push up the cost of another American staple food.

Case Challenging Mamdani’s Rent Freeze Is Moved to Manhattan

The ruling is a win for Mayor Zohran Mamdani, who argued that the case be heard in Manhattan and not in Staten Island where the lawsuit challenging the decision had been filed.

The Next China Shock Is Here

China is winning the industries of the future. What should the U.S. do about it?

CNBC

Bitcoin surges 22% for the week as investor optimism floods back

The flagship digital currency has enjoyed a strong week boosted by several contributing factors.

As GOP warns data centers put Ohio Senate seat at risk, Husted defends energy policy

Vice President JD Vance joined Sen. Jon Husted and other GOP leaders at a Middletown, Ohio, steel plant, as data center fears loom.

Oil prices are little changed after Iran's president indicates Tehran wants war to end soon

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told CNBC on Thursday that Washington will impose the "toughest sanctions in history" against Iran.

Tesla recalls 3 million vehicles in China over doorhandle safety, driver monitoring

Tesla will voluntarily recall about 3 million of its vehicles in China to address doorhandle safety concerns and deficient driver monitoring systems.

Trump tariff deadline looms as Canada says it's working to resolve 'trade issues' with U.S.

Businesses have warned that Trump's new 50% duties could cripple their U.S. sales if they take effect.

Kalshi traders think the bitcoin rally could end the year near current levels

Speculators on the prediction market platform think it's most likely that the cryptocurrency will end 2026 close to where it's now trading.

Trump to allow import of 300,000 metric tons of ground beef without tariff

Beef prices in the U.S have soared in 2026 due to a reduction in the nation's cattle herd.

Broadcom debt deal expected to reach upwards of $70 billion, sources say

Broadcom is in talks to raise upwards of $70 to $80 billion in debt for a chip financing deal, CNBC's David Faber reported on Friday.

Japan headline inflation rate hits highest this year as energy prices bite

Core inflation — which strips out prices of fresh food but includes energy — was in line with expectations, coming in at 1.8%.

Taiwan's AI-fueled forecast of 11% GDP growth likely not sustainable, economists say

Taiwan's economic growth could moderate due to its vulnerability to risks of capex slowdown, macroeconomic downturns, and concentration in semiconductors.

Washington Post

Five reasons no one saw Prince Harry’s return coming

The decision to trade what appeared to be an idyllic life on the sunny California coast for the Tupperware-gray skies of Britain came as a startling reversal.

Trump increasingly lashing out at allies as victory in Iran war proves elusive

Unable to force Tehran’s surrender, President Donald Trump appears to be taking his frustration out on Oman and other U.S. partners in greater measure.

7 dead in Kenya helicopter crash in area popular with luxury safari tours

The tourist aircraft crashed into Mount Ololokwe. Among the dead were a Telemundo executive and a Miami restaurateur.

Prince Harry and Meghan’s return from California exile sets U.K. aflutter

Their move back from the United States sparks questions about security, their formal role — and whether the couple could overshadow the official royal family.

A royal rift and a surprise return: How the Harry and Meghan saga has unfolded

The couple's decision to move back to Britain comes after a high-profile split and tell-all memoir. Here are the biggest moments from a tumultuous eight years.

Russia bombards Kyiv as fight over elections shatters political unity in Ukraine

Some political actors are warning that a vote during wartime, which would require changes to Ukraine’s constitution and other laws, could aid Russia by destabilizing the government and dividing society.

‘The great Meghan-aissance’: Harry and Meghan’s return sparks frenzied U.K. reaction

Where Harry and Meghan will live, why they are returning and what it means for the rest of the royals were among the questions British media outlets are scrambling to answer.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will return to Britain after six years in U.S.

The prince and his wife have been estranged from the royal family but are now returning to England with their children, Prince Archie, 7, and Princess Lilibet, 5.

BBC

Man Utd agree £70m fee for Brighton's Baleba

Manchester United agree a fee of up to £70m for Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba.

Supreme Court temporarily unfreezes Trump ballroom construction

The temporary order will allow the $400m (£297m) to continue while the high court mulls a final decision on the case.

Russian double-tap drone strike kills 15 in Ukrainian mall, officials say

At least 130 people, including 23 children, were also injured when the shopping centre was hit, according to the regional head.

How Israel is expanding settlements in drive to reshape West Bank

There has been a significant expansion of building and road construction on Palestinian land occupied by Israel in recent years.

One killed in sword attack at Swedish school

One person remains in a critical condition, while another suffered minor injuries in the attack.

Under-fives and pregnant women told to avoid runny eggs when eating out over salmonella risk

The advice also applies to the over-65s and others with underlying medical conditions amid salmonella outbreak.

Arran ferry evacuated over 'bomb threat' as passenger rescued from sea

The ferry operator said a person was reported overboard on the MV Caledonian Isles 16:40 sailing from Brodick to Ardrossan.

Hunt second in Diamond League 200m as White wins

Amy Hunt follows up her extraordinary week at the European Championships with a second-placed finish in the women's 200m at the Diamond League in Lausanne behind Kayla White.

Ofcom investigating Sky News over Farage harassment claims

The Reform UK leader has accused Sky News of sending reporters to a house where his adult daughter lives.

Meghan in talks for role in Netflix series The Gentlemen, BBC understands

This would be Meghan's first significant acting role since her marriage to Prince Harry.

The Independent

Girl, 6, dies after being pulled from sea with family in Sussex

A six-year-old girl who was pulled from the sea at Shoreham on Tuesday along with three of her family members has died in hospital.

Sword attack at school in Sweden leaves one person dead and two others injured

Hundreds of students were attending classes at the school when an 18-year-old with a sword attacked multiple people, police say

Salmonella and E. coli outbreak linked to alfalfa sprouts spreads to 15 states, officials say

On Friday, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said the agency is aware of 55 cases nationally, including four people who have been hospitalized

More troops are reporting unwanted sexual contact, but numbers still fall, Pentagon says

A new Pentagon report says that more U.S. troops are reporting unwanted sexual contact to authorities

New photos show ‘Natalie Harp sprinting after Trump’s golf cart’ in 2023

The images have emerged as Harp has drawn scrutiny over her apparent fervent devotion to Trump and her influence within his orbit

Dad sentenced in 9-year-old autistic son’s shooting death in California

The boy was shot in the head in his grandparent’s yard, police said at the time of the murder

Stars and Stripes editor says he was fired by Pentagon as censorship spat escalates

The publisher of the military newspaper announced his retirement earlier this week but also received a separation notice, the editor-in-chief says

Ceuta begins burials for migrants who died attempting to cross into the Spanish territory

Eighteen migrants have been laid to rest in Ceuta’s Muslim cemetery following Spain’s deadliest border crisis three weeks ago

MAHA activists criticize Trump’s push for coal-powered AI data centers

This represents the MAHA movement's first significant pushback against fossil fuels

Why are school buses yellow? The fascinating history of an American icon

Though student transport once featured a kaleidoscope of colors, a single shade ultimately emerged victorious