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CBC.ca

Parks Canada charges hikers after grizzly bear run-in with off-leash dog in Banff National Park
A pair of hikers with an off-leash dog were charged after coming close to a well-known grizzly bear on a popular hiking trail in Banff National Park.

Paramount agrees to delay closing Warner Bros. buyout for months while judge considers states' challenge
Paramount on Friday agreed to delay closing its $81 billion US buyout of Warner Bros. Discovery well into next year, as a judge continues to consider a challenge from 12 states seeking to block the deal altogether.

Elections Alberta verifies signatures for petition calling for independence referendum
Elections Alberta has verified the signatures for a citizen initiative petition looking to force a vote on whether the province should separate from Canada.

Wildberries is the Amazon of Russia. Ukraine is trying to destroy it
For nearly a week now, Ukraine has repeatedly attacked huge warehouses belonging to Wildberries, the massive online retailer often referred to as the Amazon of Russia. The drone attacks have destroyed billions of dollars worth of goods.

U.S. identifies cyclosporiasis cases in 4 more states, widening investigation
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are widening their investigation into a cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce from central Mexico after identifying cases in four additional states.

2 cyclists crossing Canada for men's mental health have bikes stolen in downtown Winnipeg
Two men on a charity ride to raise awareness for men's mental health had their bikes stolen in downtown Winnipeg on Friday.

Heated Rivalry thirst traps: The Canadian export that won't quit
Brands know sex sells, and the stars of Heated Rivalry are used to being objectified by men and women of all ages, in countries around the world.

Israel launches major military operation after deadly clash near Palestinian village
Four Palestinians and two Israeli soldiers were killed near a Palestinian village on Friday in a confrontation that added to a growing toll over recent weeks as Israeli settler violence has intensified against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank.
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Toronto Star

Federal government grounds Billy Bishop airport expansion
The just-concluded public survey suggested strong public opposition to the project, according to a federal government official.

Donald Trump repeats threat to tariff Canada over wildfire smoke
Speaking to reporters in Washington, D.C., Trump said "we're going to put a big tariff on Canada because of the smoke."

Why LeBron James chose the Philadelphia 76ers with his ‘last decision’
There's one legacy counting stat that the NBA's all-time leader in games played and points would happily fluff before he retires.

More than a billion dollars has been spent on fixing the Don River. What would jets at Billy Bishop do to the city’s reborn green oasis?
The city is opening more of Biidaasige Park in the Port Lands to the public on Friday, but the proposed expansion of Billy Bishop airport looms over the future of the newly renovated green space.

No American guests as Canadians cut ribbon to open Gordie Howe bridge
The Gordie Howe International Bridge linking Windsor to Detroit, which should finally open to the public next week, was the scene of a symbolic ribbon-cutting Friday on the Ontario side of the border.

Woman dead, man arrested in Etobicoke shooting. Witness describes the moments before it happened
Police were called to the area of Humberwood Boulevard and Rexdale Boulevard shortly before 7:30 a.m. on Friday.

This Toronto neighbourhood is one of 10 top trendiest places in Canada to stay this summer
Airbnb said bookings in the top 10 neighbourhoods in Canada are up nearly 180 per cent year-over-year.

Can you spot the fakes? Toronto art authenticator pulls more than 50 phoney Morrisseau works
The removal of the art, falsely billed as the work of Indigenous artist Norval Morrisseau, follows the largest art-fraud probe in Canadian history.

Elon Musk seems to think 'The Odyssey' is a fight for Western culture. He's right
What’s at stake when we change the foundational narratives of Western civilization to meet the times?

Proving ground: Inside the moment U of T celebrated one of its own winning math's highest honour
Jacob Tsimerman, a professor and graduate of the school, took home the Fields Medal, seen as math's version of a Nobel.
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Globe and Mail

Alberta petition looking to force a secession referendum verified
Petition still can’t proceed as it remains tied up in a court dispute
U.S. won’t proceed with nuclear deal unless Saudis join Abraham Accords, Trump says
Saudi Arabia has not signed accords because it wants an irreversible path to a Palestinian state before recognizing Israel

Iran targets American strongholds around the Gulf while U.S. hits more Iranian military sites
With fighting flaring again and diplomacy appearing to sputter, both sides made moves suggesting an escalation was possible
Paramount agrees to delay closing Warner Bros buyout while judge considers challenge from states
Twelve states, led by California, allege that such a combination would ‘extinguish competition’ in Hollywood

Israel launches military operation after deadly clash near Palestinian village
Confrontation adds to a growing toll over recent weeks as Israeli settler violence has intensified against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank

UNESCO adds West Bank site, Lebanese castles to World Heritage List despite Israeli objections
Israel withdrew from UNESCO in 2019, accusing the organization of being biased against it and of downplaying its historical ties to the Holy Land
U.S. CDC widens investigation into cyclosporiasis outbreak to four more states
Illinois, Kansas, Oklahoma and Pennsylvania were newly tied to the outbreak, in addition to Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and West Virginia
ICC chief prosecutor removed from post over sexual misconduct allegations, diplomats say
Large majority of 125 member state representatives vote to oust Karim Khan from his position
Singer Chris Brown pleads guilty to affray over attack at U.K. nightclub
Charges relate to an alleged attack on a music producer in London three years ago; prosecutors not proceeding with more serious assault charges
Russia and Ukraine exchange deadly attacks
Russian ballistic missile attack kills at least six people and injures dozens more, while Ukrainian attack on oil facility kills six people and wounds 26 others
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Global News

ICC removes chief prosecutor over sexual misconduct allegations
By a large majority, the International Criminal Court’s 125-member states ousted British barrister Karim Khan, the first time in its history the court has made such a move.

Qantas jet lands in Australia after 19-hour non-stop test flight from France
The Australian carrier plans to start selling tickets for its non-stop flight in February, CEO Vanessa Hudson told an event in Toulouse, France, in June, Reuters reported.

Police boat crashes into central London bridge, throwing officers overboard
Paramedics treated the injured on a black inflatable boat as a police helicopter hovered overhead near the clock tower that houses the bell known as Big Ben.

Meet the donkey brigade that’s helping curb wildfires in Spain
Research shows that the use of grazing animals can reduce the rate at which fires spread and therefore make them easier to control and put out.

What is India’s Gen Z ‘Cockroach’ movement challenging Modi?
India's “Cockroach” protests began more than a month ago over leaks in some of the country’s most competitive entrance exams for medical colleges and government jobs.

Canada and Ecuador set to sign free trade deal in Ottawa
Mujtaba Hussain, a spokesperson for International Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu, confirmed a signing ceremony is taking place but said there are no public events scheduled.

Why Ukraine struck Wildberries, Russia’s largest online marketplace
Kyiv’s drones first hit the sites over the weekend in Elektrostal, just east of Moscow, and in the Tambov region, killing eight people and injuring scores more.

‘Leg hair harassment:’ men wearing shorts to work sparks debate in Japan
New rules around casual office attire mark a bold change in a country where dark suits and white shirts have long been the uniform for office workers.

Pan Am Clipper wreckage found more than 70 years after plane crash
The plane, the Clipper Endeavor, was carrying 69 passengers and crew when it made a hard landing on water after losing both engines less than 10 minutes after takeoff.

As oil hits $100 a barrel, what to know about the Bab el-Mandeb strait
As of 11 a.m. eastern on Thursday, Brent crude prices were around US$100.60 per barrel as conflict in the Red Sea drove oil tanker traffic in the crucial Bab el-Mandeb strait down.
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New York Times

Car Condos Give Your Vehicle Luxury Housing
No longer satisfied by regular parking garages, some drivers are upgrading their luxury vehicles’ homes.

After the Cesar Chavez Scandal, Can Johnny Itliong Restore His Father’s Activist Legacy?
Johnny Itliong says Cesar Chavez stole credit from his father, the farmworker activist Larry Itliong. For years, he has been trying to correct the record.

In Rush to Track Down Air Force One Leaks, DOJ Reversed Its Own Process
A judge’s remarks on subpoenas to reporters cast attention on two administration officials under consideration for powerful cabinet posts, Todd Blanche and Jay Clayton.

Paramount Agrees to Delay Warner Bros. Merger for Months
The company agreed to a proposed freeze until June 2027, unless a judge issues a ruling before then on a lawsuit blocking the deal.

Democrats Vote to Put South Carolina First in 2028 Primary
Along with Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Michigan and Virginia, the state will help decide the party’s next presidential nominee.

Critical Wildfire Weather in Oregon, Idaho and Washington
Forecasters warned fires would spread more easily across a region where dozens are already burning.

Trump Orders Warnings Placed at ‘Inaccurate’ Smithsonian History Museum
President Trump said the signage at the National Museum of American History would correct what a disputed White House report described as “extreme political activism.”

Trump Switched to Old Air Force One at NATO Summit After Credible Iranian Threat
The threat led the Secret Service to urge President Trump to fly out of Turkey on the old plane, raising questions about the security of the Qatari-donated jet.

U.S. Measles Cases Hit a Record
Also, an Iranian threat prompted Trump’s Air Force One swap. Here’s the latest at the end of Friday.

Cornell, Northwestern and Other Universities Plan for Classes at Middle East Campuses
Even after the collapse of the cease-fire between the United States and Iran, American universities expect to teach in Qatar and the United Arab Emirates, and a new outpost is on track to open in Saudi Arabia.
CNBC

Moody's says 'unprecedented' AI spending threatens credit quality of Amazon, Meta, Alphabet and others
Moody's said AI spending is forcing even the world's most cash-rich corporations to lean heavily on debt, stock sales and off-balance-sheet moves.

Musk's bad week: Tesla suffers worst slump since 2022, SpaceX drops ahead of Starship test flight
Tesla shares plunged almost 18% this week after the company missed on earnings and turned cash flow negative.

Trump sued hours after new tariffs take effect, as experts say they may not hold up
President Donald Trump has renewed a flurry of tariffs, including slapping 25% duties on Brazilian imports and vowing 50% tariffs on goods from Canada.

Trump threatens EU with 'substantial TARIFF' for 'ROBBING' U.S. tech giants
Trump on Truth Social railed against the European Union's new fine on Google and prior penalties against U.S. tech giants Apple, Meta and Amazon.

Oil falls on report Pakistan is pushing for new U.S.-Iran talks with China's backing
Oil prices dropped by around 3% on Friday, but remained on track for a weekly jump of 10% as the U.S.-Iran war continued to escalate.

Trump considers ‘massive attack’ on Iran; Pakistan reportedly seeks to restart stalled peace talks
The president told Axios he was considering an operation "bigger than ever before" before Reuters reported Pakistan is seeking to restart peace talks.

Oil shipments are under attack on multiple fronts as fighting escalates in Red Sea, Hormuz and Black Sea
More than 60 commercial ships have been attacked in the Persian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz and Gulf of Oman since March 1.

Pentagon lowers official Iran war death toll, omitting four killed this month
The Pentagon lowered its official Iran war death toll to 14 from 18, removing four service members killed this month.

Trump imposes 'sweeping' new tariffs on 60 trade partners as global duties expire
The Trump administration has ramped its tariff actions back up since the president's trade agenda suffered major legal setbacks earlier this year.

Shortsighted stock market can no longer brush off war: 'It's too hard to ignore $100 oil'
After staying flat as the U.S.-Iran war heated up again, equities tumbled on Thursday after oil prices crossed $100 per barrel.
Washington Post

Trump swings back toward diplomacy in escalating war with Iran
After threatening a “massive attack,” the president said his envoys were talking with Tehran but left open the possibility of a sharp military escalation.

Mali’s government does not rule out U.S. military intervention
The country’s foreign minister said, however, that anyone wishing to partner with the West African nation “must respect” its sovereignty.

Why Japan wants to create its first modern spy agency since World War II
President Donald Trump’s push for Japanese self-reliance aligns with the long-standing desire of conservatives in Tokyo to build intelligence capabilities.

House votes to limit Trump on Iran; Senate fails to advance similar measure
The votes marked the first test of Republican support for the conflict since President Donald Trump resumed military strikes against Tehran this month.

Oil prices leap to $100 a barrel after attacks in Red Sea
The price of Brent crude, now up about 40 percent this month, surged Thursday after Iran’s Houthi allies in Yemen claimed strikes on Saudi tankers.

E.U. imposes more sanctions on Russia, in compromise deal
European Union members are looking to keep up pressure on Russia as Ukraine’s outlook improves, even as some countries seek exemptions.
BBC

UK papers: 'Summer of chaos' and 'water bosses' pay rises'
The wildfires sweeping through Europe is prominent across many of Saturday's papers.

Students tell us how to keep graduation outfit costs down
Four newly graduated students tell us how they kept the cost of their dresses and suits down.

Long overdue, life-changing or frivolous? Your thoughts on wedding rule changes
The government wants to relax wedding laws so couples can get married almost anywhere.

Five ways to make the most of the summer holidays with kids
The best tips and tricks to have a fun - yet affordable - summer break with the family.

Claudia Winkleman's chat show ended after one series - can anyone replace Graham Norton?
Many considered Claudia Winkleman as Norton's successor, but her chat show ended after just one series.

ADHD has rewired the workplace. This is what it means for bosses and workers
As ADHD diagnoses have risen, have workplaces caught up with the needs of the workforce?

Warning shot or publicity stunt - how worried should we be about the OpenAI hack?
Hugging Face said the hack was done at superhuman speed by an AI with little or no human guidance.

Wildfire burning one month on is 'the size of a small town'
More than a month on, and firefighting shows no sign of immediate end at Tintwistle Moor.

'The dogs were getting upset': How LA band Muna survived their worst ever gig
The group discuss disastrous gigs, putting political action into music and the meaning of "queer pop".

Zelensky tries to fix crisis over removal of defence minister and counts the cost
Protests have continued over Zelensky's decision to dismiss Mykhailo Fedorov, and some commentators believe he has been damaged politically.
The Independent
Federal officials admit to withholding grants from states just because they didn’t vote for Trump
The Trump administration previously claimed the funding cuts were meant to stop wasteful spending and were not influenced by politics
Zelensky denies bizarre claim he took cocaine with Macron in interview with far-right MAGA influencer
The rumour was amplified by Tucker Carlson during an interview with Russian president Vladimir Putin
Burnham rules out snap election after first full working day in No10 North and vows to stick to 2024 manifesto
The prime minister said an election would distract from the ‘essential work’ needed to carry out Labour’s promises

Met police deploy new testing kits in fresh crackdown on e-bike phone snatchers
It is the seventh such operation in London this year, with five more scheduled through the summer

SpaceX launches Starship on another test flight, this time with the most advanced Starlinks
SpaceX’s Starship rocket has blasted off on another test flight, this time carrying 20 of the most advanced Starlinks

Health officials issue warning after bat with rabies lands on family’s table at a restaurant
The bat is the 22nd to test positive for rabies in San Diego County this year, marking an increase from 2025
RFK Jr’s team quietly updates CDC website to say science doesn’t know if vaccines cause autism
Changes appear to have been made to secure Senate confirmation vote for Trump’s pick to lead public health agency

EU gets boost from new wave of Trump tariffs while Brexit Britain misses out
The fresh tariffs came just hours before temporary 10 per cent levies, to which Britain was already subject, expired

Law student charged in connection with ‘dissident republican bomb’ seized near Irish border
Isobella Perrie Sullivan, 25, of Clane in Co Kildare, appeared before a special sitting of Trim District Court in Co Meath on Friday evening

NYC stabbings suspect arrested on hate crime charge in 1 attack, but not a 2nd
A suspect in two stabbings on New York City streets has been arrested on attempted murder and other charges, including hate crime charges pertaining to one of the victims, a Jewish man

























