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Russia launched a large-scale attack on Ukraine's capital overnight into Thursday that killed at least 17 people and injured scores as loud explosions shook Kyiv for hours.

The community of Quesnel in northern B.C. is pulling out all the stops to attract U.S.-trained physicians and solve previously long waits for family doctors. A health-care recruiter in the community of around 10,000 people says the so-called "red carpet" approach is working — with at least four doctors committed to work there by the end of the summer.

The Alberta government is expected to announce details on Thursday regarding its proposal to build a new oil pipeline stretching to the West Coast.

Some Prince Edward Islanders will see extra money in their bank accounts on Friday as the province rolls out its new Island Essentials Benefit.

New research published in a U.S. science journal found that as the number of insects declines, tree swallows at Long Point Bird Observatory in Ontario have been producing fewer eggs and are shrinking in body size.

Premier Doug Ford’s sweeping expansion of strong mayor powers to nearly half of the Ontario’s municipalities was met with “predominantly negative” feedback during consultations, with respondents calling the system “unnecessary” and “undemocratic," documents obtained by CBC News reveal.

Two people got to the top of the Empire State Building's antenna and unfurled a banner about "the power of love" at midday Tuesday, before starting to descend, embracing, taking selfies and ultimately being arrested.

Thousands of displaced Venezuelans are living in dismal sanitary conditions without access to clean water as already strained hospitals struggle to cope with an influx of emergency patients following the June 24 earthquakes that have killed more than 2,000. Aid workers say the country is facing a major medical crisis that, unless quickly controlled, will take more lives in the days and weeks ahead.

A 16-year-old has been charged with dangerous operation of a vehicle causing death, speeding and stunt driving after a fatal collision between a car and riding lawnmower last month. A 51-year-old North Dumfries Township man died in the collision.

Actor and activist Danny Glover, best known for starring as an easy-going police officer in the Lethal Weapon franchise, has revealed he has Alzheimer's disease.

Adding Leonard to a group that includes Scottie Barnes and Collin Murray-Boyles gives Toronto a daunting threesome to opponents to deal with.

Collecting signs helped me lead others to finding parts of their uniquely Toronto past

The 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stage is in Toronto with a high-profile round of 32 match. Here's everything you need to know.

Despite packed sports bars, Toronto’s World Cup hosting is yielding only marginal economic gains, according to new data.

After some criticism of his outspoken manner earlier in the World Cup, Marsch has, if anything, doubled down.

Prime Minister Mark Carney's confusing announcement around a condo-buying plan in B.C. continues his government's communication problem, and risks public backlash over his perceived friendly ties to business, argues Adam Radwanski.

A green light for Trump to deport migrants is expected to lead to a surge here. But there are big obstacles to staying.

Canada has a history of creating its own search engines.

Advice for navigating tipping when suggested gratuities start at 18 per cent and 'tipflation' affects all kinds of products and services.

Top draft pick Gavin McKenna has worn No. 72 since he was 14, the same number new Leafs goalie Sergei Bobrovsky wears.

Shipping data shows the ship flies a “false” flag, used to disguise vessel’s origins

Society of St. Pius X, declared in schism by Vatican’s doctrine office, opposes modernizing reforms of the Catholic Church

A thousand days since the Hamas-led attack on Israel that sparked the war on Gaza, further ceasefire steps have stalled

Russian Defence Ministry said it was a retaliation for Ukrainian attacks on Russian civil infrastructure

At least eight people are dead, according to a local official, with dozens of locations damaged across the city

Seixas, 19, hopes to be first French winner of the tour since 1985

The children’s parents and grandparents were charged with felony child endangerment after police found the children while carrying out a search warrant in an unrelated investigation

Russian climbers arrested after unfurling banner about ‘the power of love’

Two people climbed to the very top of the Empire State Building's towering spire in New York City on Wednesday to unfurl a large banner urging world peace. An apparent marriage proposal appeared to then take place.

Lawsuits filed by U.S. Justice Department in federal court say laws violate the Second Amendment

The victims, who authorities said died of asphyxiation, were 48, 44 and 19 years old. Authorities did not provide additional details about the circumstances of the deaths.

Gao, a critic of Guo's, was targeted by the tycoon's supporters who stationed themselves outside his Surrey, B.C., home for 77 days in 2020.

The team of volunteers, including two firefighters, paramedics, law enforcement officials and two dogs, has spent days scouring the debris for survivors.

The attack shocked the country on the Mediterranean coast, one of the world’s smallest sovereign states known for its high concentration of ultra-wealthy residents.

The Ministry of Commerce said its investigation had found that Canadian pea starch was being "dumped" in China, causing "material injury to the domestic industry."

In a post on X on Tuesday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy wrote that long-range defences had reached the Dubna space communications centre in the Moscow region.

Like other NATO countries, the U.K. is under pressure to increase defence spending to counter a more aggressive Russia and less reliable United States.

The ministry announced in May that it had acquired the fresco panels, dating from the 4th century, from members of the Torlonia family.

July 1 is the date set out in CUSMA for the countries to either formally extend the agreement another 16 years or continue under annual reviews for up to a decade.

Five days after the twin quakes, questions loomed about whether the cash-strapped government will be able to care for thousands of people who have been left homeless.

The endorsement is the first in a contested Senate primary by Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez this year, in a state that Democrats believe they must hold this fall to win a Senate majority.

Plus, the fight over “Y.M.C.A.”

It’s never just a game.

Some data suggest artificial intelligence is already causing job losses. Other sources show the opposite. Why is it so hard to figure out what’s going on?

This cell-like structure can grow, feed, divide and compete. Researchers ponder what it means for the future of synthetic biology and our definition of “life.”

A summer of celebratory drinking is underway in the birthplace of the American Revolution. But however tipsy the tourists get, the founders probably had them beat.

Most of the party’s top candidates are starting their own super PACs instead of relying on a powerful group run by Washington leaders. The move allows them to seize control of their financial destinies.

The 800-foot-tall residential development was designed by the architects Philip Johnson and John Burgee, but scrapped before construction. An archivist saved the rough draft.

The pop star is poised to host a wedding celebration at Madison Square Garden. The logistics in Midtown Manhattan over the July 4 weekend are complex.

Fans see, in the pop star, reflections of their own lives: hope, heartbreak and now, finally, happiness.

The decision comes shortly after lawmakers in Finland voted to lift its longstanding ban on nuclear weapons.

Trump said in June that the U.S. taking an ownership stake in AI giants would be "a beautiful thing" and make American public "partners in this revolution."

Vlad Tenev spoke about the potential of AI agents in trading in an interview with CNBC.

Shareholders of the Amsterdam-based company have decided the process to IPO will proceed "upon the return of more favorable market conditions," KNDS said.

In 2018, the European Commission slapped Google with the record-breaking penalty on the grounds that it abused Android's mobile dominance.

Nvidia says it will give start-ups the chance to swap access to compute power for a slice of future profits under a new program aimed at AI-focused firms.

Oil prices fell more than 1% on Wednesday after talks between Washington and Tehran concluded.

Citi U.K. CEO Tiina Lee said U.K. M&A is “on fire” as companies simplify and overseas buyers target British assets.

Shares of Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix plummeted more than 7% in early Thursday trading.

Apple is planning five new iPhones by 2027 and is considering Chinese memory suppliers as it expands foldable production, reports say.

To reach a more durable peace agreement with Iran and open the Strait of Hormuz, Trump needs Israel to uphold the terms of a deal with Lebanon that Hezbollah says it will block by "any means necessary."

The sect, the Society of St. Pius X, defied a direct plea from Pope Leo XIV and sought to consecrate four bishops without the Vatican's approval.

Dozens were injured overnight in Kyiv during an attack that caused fires and explosions throughout the city.

The pope's visit to the Italian island of Lampedusa, desperate migrants' gateway to the West, will set up a split-screen moment as President Donald Trump holds an Independence Day rally.

In the nation’s gravest hour, the country’s authoritarian regime has crippled an effective response, say survivors, rescue workers and former officials.

The Kremlin had framed the Anchorage summit as a turning point for the war in Ukraine. Now, Putin admits there was no deal, perhaps to get U.S. to help to broker a new one.

Kyiv's mayor declares a day of mourning after the 'most massive attack on the capital' by Russia.

Shabana Mahmood has vowed to “right the wrongs” identified by an inquiry into the killings.

The practice saw thousands of babies taken from their mothers between 1949 and 1976.

Shabir Ahmed is barred from deportation by the provisions in a 55-year-old piece of legislation.

Six-time major champion Phil Mickelson denies allegations of misconduct and rejects claims he was forced to leave several California golf clubs.

The racing jockey is in hospital recovering from the crash.

Before England's World Cup last-16 tie against Mexico, BBC Sport's Phil McNulty looks at the issues that remain for Thomas Tuchel.

England fans hoping to attend the World Cup last-16 showdown with Mexico face paying a minimum of £2,600 for one ticket on Fifa's resale site.

Holidaymakers face long waits under the EU's new Entry-Exit System, the head of Berlin's airport says.

Cameron Ross carried out attacks in Stornoway in 2012 and 2014, before abusing another woman in Inverness between 2019 and 2022.

Sir Keir’s formal apology came after he met with campaigners in Downing Street

Iran said any attacks would be met with a ‘harsh retaliation’

Exclusive: The announcement marks the end of the years-long rollout of universal credit

Marjorie Taylor Greene said that she wanted to launch a party that ‘doesn’t fall into the traps of Democrats and Republicans’

The HAV Dolphin, a Russian-crewed cargo vessel, was docked near Hull at the time

State Attorney General Andy Wilson said conditions inside the house were ‘almost beyond comprehension’ and described the case as ‘pure evil’

The Government published its response to the findings of the first phase of the inquiry on Thursday

Tina Orbell also made a post calling immigrants ‘anti-Christ vermin’

An appeal to find a man who allegedly assaulted a teenaged girl on a train is underway

President Donald Trump preparing to headline spectacular ‘America 250’ event in Washington, D.C., as country celebrates semiquincentennial over Fourth of July weekend