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CBC.ca

Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time's gorgeous remake retains the original's soul

Nearly 30 years after the original, Nintendo has remade The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. It’s an unquestionable fan favourite that’s shinier, but retains the soul of a game that isn’t made like this anymore.

Google launches AI-based shopping in Canada, with a new ‘universal’ checkout cart

Google launched a new online shopping tool in Canada on Wednesday, allowing complete purchases via chat with its AI agent.

Canada looking to Germany for 8 submarines up front and 4 later: sources

Canada wants to split its planned purchase of 12 German submarines, committing to eight up front while leaving the remaining four for a future decision. Sources tell CBC News the proposal is intended to preserve financial flexibility but could jeopardize some of the $86 billion in economic benefits promised by Germany.

Clarington's new mayor will serve with a councillor charged for allegedly threatening him

The incoming mayor of Clarington, Ont., will take office alongside a councillor who has been criminally charged with uttering threats against him, raising questions about how council will navigate the matter.

A runner died in the New York City Marathon. Have the risks changed as more people race?

Every year, amid our current running boom, more and more people vie for the chance to lace up their sneakers and push themselves 42.2 kilometres to cross that finish line. But every year, young and seemingly healthy people also die trying.

The give and take (and partisan wrangling) in Alberta's urban-rural hybrid riding maps

The last boundary panel's chair urged the new panel not to alter ridings in southern Alberta. They did.

No catastrophic financial hit required to fight climate change, scientists say in landmark court case

Canada does not need to shut down its industries or take a catastrophic financial hit to effectively fight climate change, one of the country's leading climate scientists testified during a landmark trial in a Vancouver courtroom this week.

UBC prof testifies she acted as a 'conduit' for sex assault allegations against Steven Galloway

Anabel Lyon, director of the University of British Columbia's school of creative writing, said she believed the unfounded accusations of a former student who accused bestselling author Steven Galloway of sexual assault.

A part of B.C. now observes the same time as a part of Florida

The Regional District of East Kootenay, which includes B.C. communities like Cranbrook and Kimberley, now observes the same time as Fort Walton Beach and Crestview in Florida.

B.C. privacy watchdog launches investigation into Crime Stoppers data breach

B.C.'s privacy watchdog has launched an investigation into whether the provincial Crime Stoppers society took adequate steps to protect personal information following a massive data breach that exposed more than 1.5 million anonymous crime tips across Canada.
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Globe and Mail

U.S. midterm elections launch wave of historic firsts for some states – and for the nation

Voters elected country’s first Black female governor, first Native American female governor, first Native female senator and first openly gay male U.S. senator

Longtime Republican Susan Collins ousted by Democrat Troy Jackson in Maine

He had a little more than 100 days to sell himself to Maine voters after he replaced Graham Platner as the party’s nominee in July

Democrat Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate race to become first Muslim senator

He defeated Republican Mike Rogers in a bitter campaign, giving the Democratic Party’s left wing a victory in one of the most important swing states

Democrat Bottoms wins Georgia, becomes first Black woman governor in U.S.

Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms won Georgia’s race for governor on Tuesday (November 3), according to U.S. media projections, becoming the first Black woman elected governor of a U.S. state and delivering Democrats a victory in one of the nation's most closely divided political battlegrounds defeating Republican businessman Rick Jackson.

American voters back abortion rights, reject Trump’s redistricting in state ballot measures

Florida voters approve major property tax break and transgender restrictions pass in some states

'The bad guys lost': El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate race

Progressive Abdul El-Sayed defeated Republican Mike Rogers to flip Michigan’s Senate seat, becoming the nation’s first Muslim senator. At a Detroit victory rally, he thanked supporters for taking a chance on an “unlikely” candidate, marking a breakthrough for the party’s left wing. (AP video: Mike Householder)

Midterm sweep brings wave of historic firsts

American voters elect first Black female governor, first Muslim U.S. senator and first openly gay male senator

Trump says he'll accept election results but says 'I don't view it as a hit on me'

U.S. President Donald Trump congratulated the Democrats for their string of victories Tuesday night, but maintained that the midterm elections were not a referendum on his work.

Key takeaways from the U.S. midterms

Tuesday's midterm elections laid bare voters' deep frustrations over high prices, the Iran war and concerns over government corruption. Democrats routed their rivals across the map, flipping states that have voted Republican for decades and that Trump won by double digits just two years ago.

Democrats score key victories and the GOP suffers historic losses

Voters have punished Trump’s allies in swing states and Republican strongholds alike, giving Democrats key victories nationwide and control of the House and Senate.
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Global News

U.S. limited strike on Strait of Hormuz raises questions what’s next

The Middle East and beyond have been on edge about the prospects of the U.S. resuming full-scale operations against Iran for the first time in almost two months.

Flights across Europe face disruption after false bomb threats, officials say

In Poland, a flight by Polish airline LOT from London’s Heathrow airport to Warsaw’s main Chopin airport was diverted to the Polish capital’s Modlin airport after a bomb threat.

1 dead, 2 injured after helicopter collision near Mount Everest

There are no roads on Mount Everest, and helicopters are the only way to bring down trekkers and guides who become sick or exhausted in the cold and high altitude.

Greenland approves security deal with U.S., Denmark amid Trump pressure

The trilateral deal paves the way for more U.S. bases in Greenland and eases tensions over Trump's repeated calls for the vast island to become part of the United States.

30-year-old Spanish soccer star dead following on-field collision

Jesús de Miguel was challenging for the ball near midfield when he was struck in the chest by the Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono during added time.

Stock markets shaky ahead of U.S. midterm election as Apple faces pressure

North American stock markets are drifting in mixed trading on Tuesday morning, with Apple dropping sharply in early trading ahead of the U.S. midterm elections.

U.S. to end $4B annual aid to Israel, switching to selling arms: Trump

Trump says Israel doesn’t need the aid and it’s a lot of money for the U.S. to spend. But Trump also says that U.S. aid to Israel has become a Democratic talking point.

Carney meeting with Commonwealth leaders in Antigua and Barbuda

Prime Minister Mark Carney is in Antigua and Barbuda today for a meeting of Commonwealth heads of government.

Death toll climbs to 31 after Russian strike on Ukrainian aid site

Rescuers in southern Ukraine continued an intense search Tuesday for survivors at a bombed-out aid facility and shelter where at least 31 people were killed.

Feds defend extradition treaty talks with UAE amid concerns

The Prime Minister's Office said last week's visit by the crown prince to Ottawa led to "significant progress" on the UAE’s commitment to invest in Canada.
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New York Times

How the Stock Market Is Reacting to the Midterm Elections

Global markets fell as the first results came in, but later traded higher as investors assessed the outlook for policy as the balance of power shifted sharply in Washington.

‘The Beginning of the End of Trumpism’

“People hate the way that Trump is running this country,” the columnist Michelle Goldberg argues. Her fellow columnists and the American electorate agree. Democrats had a great night, but what now? Eight Opinion columnists offer their views on what Democrats need to do next, and what Trump’s final two years in office might hold.

Musk Faces Setback as SpaceX and Tesla Stocks Tumble on Midterm Election Results

The world’s richest person has antagonized Democrats, some of whom have signaled their intent to investigate him when they take control of Congress.

CVS to Split off Pharmacy Business, Ending the Healthcare Conglomerate Era

In a breakup planned for 2028, CVS Health intends to split off its pharmacies into a new company, while keeping together its businesses in insurance and pharmacy benefits.

A Blue Wave

In a rebuke to President Trump, the Democrats flipped both the Senate and the House.

‘Decency Won’: 9 Writers on the Best and Worst Moments From Trump’s Midterm Rout

What mattered most in these midterms?

For ‘Dune: Part Three,’ Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya and Friends Weigh in on the Trilogy

As Denis Villeneuve’s blockbuster series concludes, the cast recalls dealing with desert shoots and wrestling with the story’s moral implications.

Israel’s President Could Play Key Role in Breaking Post-Election Deadlock

President Isaac Herzog has tried to avoid controversy and heal rifts in his largely ceremonial role. But his skills as a savvy mediator could be instrumental after an inconclusive election.

Angry Voters Usher in Beginning of the End to the Trump Era

The electoral backlash extended even into deep red states and indicated that President Trump has lost his hold over the coalition that lifted him to the White House twice.

CNBC

Treasury yields fall after Democrats win House and Senate majorities

Treasury yields moved lower on Wednesday as investors weighed big wins from Democrats in the U.S. midterm elections.

What Trump losing power over Congress means for Iran, Ukraine and foreign policy

Democratic control of Congress could bring greater scrutiny of Trump’s handling of the Iran and Ukraine wars, while leaving him broad foreign-policy powers.

A blue wave sends futures into the green

Democrats flip the Senate after winning the House in rebuke to President Trump

Euro zone inflation hits 4% for first time in three years as interest rate hike looms

It was driven by energy inflation, which surged above 20% in October.

U.S. midterm elections in pictures: Democrats' sweeping victories deliver rebuke to Trump

Democrats scored sweeping victories in the U.S. midterm elections on Wednesday, flipping key Republican-held seats in Congress.

Novo shares jump as Wegovy pill sales impress, drugmaker hikes outlook

Novo posted quarterly earnings ahead of expectations early Wednesday as sales of its Wegovy pill blew past estimates

Gold, silver and precious metals prices jump, dollar dips as Democrats take control of Congress

Precious metals saw strong gains on Tuesday morning, as investors digested a Democratic sweep in the U.S. midterm elections.

5 midterm election takeaways: Tech billionaires suffer as Democrats drub Republicans

Elon Musk's spending may have become a liability as voters in exit polls raised concerns about government corruption and the growing influence of billionaires.

Americans have said 'NO TO WAR,' Iran speaker says as Democrats take Congress

Ghalibaf said that "Conscience or the cost of living, Americans said NO TO WAR, and we endorse this message."

Google responds to political backlash over removing search from schools that ban AI

After elected officials voiced outrage over Google turning off search at schools that ban AI, the company said search can be turned back on with AI Overviews.

BBC

Huntingdon train attack passengers though stabbing was a 'joke'

The first person who was attacked also says he asked hospital staff "am I going to die today?".

Iran's chief negotiator says Americans voted 'no to war'

"We endorse this message," Mohammed Bagher Ghalibaf says, as Donald Trump acknowledges the conflict's role in the Republican Party's defeat.

Poundland owner in crunch talks with business secretary as retailer's collapse looms

Gordon Brothers will meet Jonathan Reynolds on Wednesday as the investment firm faces scrutiny over Poundland.

Standout moments from a night of midterm election firsts

Democrats secured some big wins - and a few historic firsts - earning congratulations from President Trump.

West Ham confirm Parker as boss

West Ham confirm the appointment of former midfielder Scott Parker as their head coach on a two-and-a-half-year deal.

Could Hyrox's Olympic ambition spell the end for triathlon?

BBC Sport speaks to several triathletes about what World Triathlon's Hyrox partnership means for the future of the sport.

Could Hyrox's Olympic ambition spell the end for triathlon?

BBC Sport speaks to several triathletes about what World Triathlon's Hyrox partnership means for the future of the sport.

Real reach verbal agreement to sign Man Utd's Gabriel

Real Madrid are confident of winning the race to sign Manchester United forward JJ Gabriel after reaching a verbal agreement with the teenager.

Fourth arrest after Halloween party stabbings

All five boys who were injured had been invited to attend the supervised party on Saturday night.

Keeper Owono 'would never intentionally hurt anyone'

Andorra goalkeeper Jesus Owono "would never intentionally hurt anyone" and is "deeply affected" by the death of Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel, his team-mate said on Wednesday.

The Independent

Who will Democrats pick to run for president in 2028 after midterm elections triumph?

Jon Ossoff, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and Gavin Newsom are among the leading names in the wake of a ‘blue wave’ of wins in the midterms

Kyiv hit by mass blackouts as death toll from school bombing rises

Moscow shows no sign of scaling back its aerial bombardment across the country

Fatal train derailment could have been avoided, inquiry finds

Three people died after the train left the tracks

Trump ‘hiding in private residence’ after despondent response to Republican wipeout: Midterm election results live

Democrats take back control of both the House and the Senate in terrible night for the Republicans and the president

Falkland Islands tensions ‘causing perfect storm of greed’ in south Atlantic

Lack of management has resulted in ‘fishing free for all’ but an expert warns the frenzied activity will ‘end in tragedy’

Trump says he will become ‘Mr Veto’ after losing Congress. But what will he be able to do?

The US president retains the power to block legislation which is likely create deadlock in government, Daniel Keane reports

Hampshire bakery owners banned from food trade over dead ants and rotting lettuce

An inspection found ‘freezers thick with dirt’ and finger marks in the margarine

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Kyiv launches fresh bombing raid on Russian retail giant

Russian retail giant Ozon says it is forced to cancel some orders after fire erupts at warehouse in Adygea Republic

US contractor admits passing US top-secret information to Ethiopia in its war against rebels

A former U.S. government contractor has admitted to passing classified intelligence to Ethiopia, which officials used in military operations

M&S boss accuses Labour of ‘one of the biggest tax grabs in history’

Stuart Machin said said the retailer’s business costs have been pushed higher due to policies from the Budget.