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CBC.ca
Britain to introduce legislation to ban under-16s on social media, Starmer says
Britain will ban children under 16 from using a range of social media apps including Snapchat, TikTok and YouTube to protect young people from harmful content and excessive screen time, Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Monday.
Norway crown princess's son sentenced to 4 years in prison after rape conviction
Marius Borg Høiby, the eldest son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, was sentenced to four years in prison Monday after being convicted of rape.
His colon cancer was originally misdiagnosed. Now he's encouraging screening as Ontario boosts capacity
Starting next month, Ontarians who are 45 years old will be eligible for colorectal cancer screening. Some patients and advocates question whether the province is ready for the additional pressure on the system, but Ontario says it's boosting capacity.
Russian attacks kill 11 across Ukraine, set centuries-old religious site in Kyiv ablaze
Russia fired hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles at Ukraine's biggest cities in a nighttime bombardment that killed at least 11 people and set fire to a renowned religious site, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and other officials said Monday.
How do you get rid of 110 vats of smelly fish sauce? This Newfoundland town is finally getting an answer
It’ll take about 200 trips with a standard-sized dump truck to put an end to a stinky problem that has plagued the town of St. Mary’s, N.L., for the past 25 years.
Women with traumatic brain injury 26 per cent less likely to receive trauma care than men, Ontario study finds
New Ontario research shows women with traumatic brain injuries are far less likely to be admitted for trauma care than men, raising questions over why patients with similar, life-altering injuries may be receiving less-specialized treatment.
War, sports collide as Iran's World Cup kicks off in Los Angeles
A divisive collision of geopolitics and sports is playing out in a community with emotional ties to two countries at war, setting the stage for drama and protest that will go beyond the pitch.
'She outworks everyone': Inside the rise of top PWHL prospect Caroline Harvey
The American defender was MVP at the Olympic tournament this past February. Now, she's likely to start her pro career in Vancouver, where the Goldeneyes have the first-overall pick.
Toronto Port Authority says Billy Bishop expansion would be self-funded. Some experts are skeptical
The Toronto Port Authority's CEO says expanding Billy Bishop Airport could cost $4 to $5 billion and would be self-funded. Some experts say it's unlikely a project of such scale would see a return on investment, given what the port authority’s financial statements reveal about the airport’s revenues.
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Toronto Star
U.S.-Iran deal puts onus on G7 leaders to arrive at summit with military gifts
Canada and other nations will be under pressure to scale up plans for an international mission to protect maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz.
Police link East York shooting to hit-and-run that injured Toronto officer
Emergency crews responded to a shooting in East York near midnight. Around the same time, Toronto police were called to a vehicle theft near the same area.
Donald Trump can't be quit and must be endured at the G7 Summit
The U.S. president may be heralded as an essential partner to the alliance but he is increasingly seen as a boor who is dragging down the mood.
The awkward tension of cheering on Team Canada this World Cup
When millions of Canadians sit down to root for Team Canada, we’re going to have to confront the fact that we’ll be cheering for a team made up of immigrants while our country turns against immigration.
When it comes to grief, there is no substitute for showing up
In an age of constant connection, we are losing the value of simply being present.
Which high-interest savings accounts offer the best rates? Here's the top 10
Based on data from Ratehub and Cannex, these are the best savings account rates in Canada right now.
Friend or foe? Canada gets a little help from its next World Cup opponent, which might not appreciate the thank you
Qatar's draw with Switzerland has thrown Canada's group open again, and Vancouver looks set to turn the Canadian games into a festival.
Enbridge messed up his bills with months of bad estimates. Why he refuses to let the utility off the hook
When a utility fails to regularly check and report your actual usage, you inherit the bill shocker. Here's how Ontario’s energy rules are keeping natural gas consumers in the dark
Canadians are shrinking their budgets this summer — so we put together your guide to affordable summer fun in the city
You'll want to to bookmark this list of budget-friendly ways to enjoy all the city has to offer.
Why a big group is gathering to solve Rubik's Cubes — blindfolded — in Brampton
After a friend lost his sight, a tactile puzzle inspired an inclusive GTA community to chase a Guinness Record.
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Globe and Mail
Trump attends UFC Freedom 250 at the White House
U.S. President Donald Trump and Ultimate Fighting Championship CEO Dana White arrived to attend mixed martial arts bouts at a specially built arena on the White House’s South Lawn on Sunday.
Donald Trump’s awkward history of insults and arguments with G7 leaders
Here’s a look at some of the U.S. President’s notable moments of public friction and uncomfortable exchanges
Iranian Americans plan protests, watch parties ahead of team’s World Cup opener in L.A.
Iran’s participation has been fraught with conflict due to the country’s war with U.S. and Israeli forces
Clearing mines from Strait of Hormuz could take weeks, sources say
Operation could take 40 to 50 days before insurance, shipping or oil companies are confident enough to sail through
New Yorkers and their dogs rep Knicks pride after title win
New Yorkers, and their dogs, donned all their best Knicks gear as they went about their days on Sunday, the day after the New York Knicks mounted yet another double-digit comeback to beat the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 in Game 5 of the NBA Finals.
Britain announces sweeping social media ban for under-16s
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Monday he would ban social media sites for under-16s and impose restrictions on gaming and livestreaming platforms, in some of the world's most far-reaching online restrictions to date.
China warns of foreign intelligence agencies using ‘spy turtles’ to steal sensitive maritime data
Unnamed foreign spies were deploying buoys, ‘sensor-fitted marine animals,’ wave gliders, and shipborne electronic devices, Ministry of State Security says
U.K. announces social media ban for children under 16
Restriction will come into effect next year and government also plans to introduce limits on daily social media use to end late-night scrolling
Russian strikes damage centuries-old Dormition Cathedral in Ukraine
Several killed in five-hour barrage on Kyiv and Kharkiv, hours after Trump spoke separately with Putin, Zelensky
U.S. and Iran reach agreement to end war, signing set for Friday
U.S. and Iranian officials said they had agreed on a framework to end their war, halt the U.S. blockade of Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
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Global News
Carney to attend G7 summit in France as Iran peace deal is ‘topic number 1’
Prime Minister Mark Carney is heading to France for the G7 summit, a day after U.S. President Donald Trump announced an agreement had been reached to end the conflict in Iran.
Prosecutors appeal acquittal of ex-Mountie accused of working as agent for China
Federal prosecutors say a B.C. judge made errors in law in the May acquittal of a former RCMP officer accused of helping China conduct foreign interference in Canada.
Trump lifts Iran blockade after peace deal reached: ‘Let the oil flow’
Pakistan's prime minister said the signing of the peace accord between the U.S. and Iran would take place in Switzerland on June 19.
Vancouver’s 1st World Cup game sees 2 arrests, no major incidents: police
The first of seven matches to be played at BC Place was officially sold out, and the finale whistle left Australian fans ecstatic as they beat Turkey 2-0.
Israel strikes Beirut as possible U.S.-Iran deal looms
The strikes threatened to hamper negotiations over a deal, which in its current form is a deep disappointment to Israel's government.
Ghana plans legal action after Canada denied entry to Partey amid London rape trial
Ghana says it may pursue legal action after Canada denied a visa to national team player Thomas Partey ahead of the FIFA World Cup.
Critics say Canada’s new immigration and border law puts LGBTQ+ people in danger
An LGBTQ refugee advocacy group says Canada's new border law could put vulnerable asylum seekers at risk of being returned to countries where they face persecution.
iPhone may be one factor in falling birth rates, researchers say
New research suggests a device that has come to define modern life may be playing a role.
U.S., Iran have finalized deal text, Pakistan PM says, next steps unclear
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said the U.S. and Iran have reached a 'final, agreed upon text' and that Pakistan was working with the warring countries on next steps.
Canada and France to deepen intelligence exchanges, Carney says in Paris
Carney said the two countries will exchange classified information between defence, space, AI and aerospace sectors after meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron.
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New York Times
Trump Heads to Group of 7 as Allies Rethink Their Relationship With U.S.
President Trump has long been at odds with European leaders over trade, Ukraine and NATO, but he has lashed out in recent weeks over their refusal to support the U.S. war with Iran.
Millions of Women Are Left Out of Menopause’s Moment
Women who can’t take hormone therapy because of breast cancer or other diseases say they are deeply frustrated.
Oil Tumbles and Stocks Surge After Trump Announces Deal With Iran
Oil prices fell and stocks gained early Monday after Iran and the U.S. reached a deal that may allow more energy and other goods to flow through the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump Claims Strait Will Be ‘Permanently Toll-Free’ Under Agreement With Iran
In a call to The New York Times, President Trump praised Russia’s and China’s leaders and described Israel’s prime minister as “a very difficult guy.”
Frustrated by Courts, Trump Weighed Suspending a Constitutional Right
Secret memos show that the White House debated last year, to a greater degree than previously known, whether to limit habeas corpus rights for undocumented immigrants.
In Latest Attacks, Russia Is Exploiting a Major Weakness for Ukraine
Ukraine is running out of American-made Patriot air-defense interceptors, and is pleading for more.
After Russia Attacks Kyiv With Missiles and Drones, Historic Orthodox Cathedral Burns
A bishop reported that many holy items had been recovered from the church, at the site of the Perchersk monastery, a revered place for the Ukrainian and Russian Orthodox faiths.
A Deal in Iran
The United States and Iran have a deal that could lead to the end of their monthslong war.
Tensions Are Rising Between States That Rely on the Colorado River
A prolonged drought means the nation’s largest reservoirs are dwindling, and litigation over access to water could lie ahead.
The Best TV Shows of 2026, So Far
The first half of the year had few big, buzzy hits. But there were some nice surprises (“Widow’s Bay”) and returning favorites (“The Comeback”).
CNBC
UK declares under-16 social media ban to protect children, but experts warn of enforcement challenges
The ban could include platforms like Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and X.
Sen. Warren asks Trump if administration plans to raise Social Security retirement age
In a new letter to President Donald Trump, Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., asks what the administration's plans are for Social Security reform.
SpaceX gains 6% in premarket after record debut. Here's what's driving the valuation debate
SpaceX is now valued at over $2 trillion after its stock rallied on the first day of trade.
VP Vance says U.S. expects Strait of Hormuz to be open 'toll free' long term
The U.S. and Iran have issued conflicting statements on how the Strait of Hormuz will be managed.
Zhipu surges 33% as Wall Street raises bets on China AI after Anthropic curbs
Shares of Chinese AI model developer Zhipu surged as Wall Street banks raised bets on the company's ability to capture global AI demand.
Fox to buy streaming device maker Roku for $22 billion
Fox, the owner of the news and sports networks, said it has reached a deal to acquire Roku for about $22 billion in enterprise value.
Treasury yields slide as Iran deal drives rethink on Fed interest rate hikes
The yield on the 10-year U.S. Treasury note — the key benchmark for U.S. government borrowing — fell over 4 basis points to 4.441%.
SpaceX IPO shines a light on Wall Street’s blockchain challenger
Perp market traders had a form of early access to SpaceX, and the trading closely aligned with later prices in the stock market.
U.S. crude drops below $80 for the first time since March as Iran deal is set to open Hormuz Strait
"The Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete," Trump said in a Truth Social post.
SpaceX: To the moon for investors or a bumpy ride? Here's what experts say
If the first day's share price is anything to go by, investors are still very optimistic on the stock.
Washington Post
In Mideast and worldwide, cautious relief over deal to end damaging war
Some world leaders hailed the deal, but many in the Middle East were cautious, saying important details remain to be settled and warning the accord could easily fall apart.
Britain announces sweeping ban on most social media for children under 16
The U.K. prohibition is set to go further than those of other governments that are lining up against platforms engineered to maximize the time children spend on them
Russian attack kills at least five and damages historic monastery in Kyiv
UNESCO, the U.N.’s world heritage agency, condemned the attack, which damaged the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra monastery. Russia said it bombed military targets.
Israelis denounce Trump’s deal with Iran
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu did not issue an immediate statement, but other Israelis disparaged the peace deal and said Israel’s fight against Hezbollah in Lebanon would go on.
Trump sought to break Iran’s regime. He settled for reopening Hormuz.
The emerging agreement ends a costly war but leaves Iran’s leadership intact and its nuclear future still subject to negotiation.
U.S. singer Oliver Tree among six killed in helicopter crash in Brazil
The electro-pop singer attracted millions of fans across the world with hits such as "Life Goes On” and “Miss You.”
Amid years of war, these Israelis are still pushing for peace
As Israel’s longest period of sustained armed conflict drags on, the country’s diminished peace movement finds itself struggling to be heard on the sidelines.
U.S. and Iran to close deal within a day, Trump says, but Tehran yet to confirm
An agreement would extend the ceasefire and pave the way for a longer truce, leaders said, though an Iranian official denied a deal will be signed Sunday.
Global HIV prevention declined drastically after Trump aid cuts, U.N. finds
Cuts from the U.S. and others have hit hard, with the number of people receiving PrEP dropping by 38% from 2024 to 2025, according to data from 62 countries.
BBC
Boy, 2, seriously hurt in nursery playground car crash
A 63-year-old woman is arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving.
Cox and Baker to make Test debuts in second Test
Essex batter Jordan Cox and Hampshire fast bowler Sonny Baker will make their England debuts in the second Test against New Zealand.
Fifa seeks explanation over VAR official's hand gesture
Fifa is seeking an explanation over a hand gesture made by video assistant referee Shaun Evans before Germany's 7-1 win over Curacao on Sunday.
Fifa seeks explanation over VAR official's hand gesture
Fifa is seeking an explanation over a hand gesture made by video assistant referee Shaun Evans before Germany's 7-1 win over Curacao on Sunday.
Cucurella joins Real Madrid - will Fernandez follow?
Marc Cucurella has officially joined Real Madrid just hours before his opening World Cup game with Spain, raising the question of whether his former Chelsea team-mate Enzo Fernandez follows.
Palestine Action ban is lawful, Court of Appeal rules
The Home Office had challenged a High Court ruling that the group's proscription should be quashed.
Social media ban - bold and blunt, but no silver bullet
The BBC's technology editor Zoe Kleinman on the big changes coming down the line for young people online.
The US and Iran have agreed a deal. How soon could the economy go back to normal?
Experts warn the impact of the war will continue to affect the global economy for months to come.
Two men found guilty over Starmer-linked arson attacks
Property and a car linked to the prime minister were targeted in arson attacks last year.
Stones goes from brink of retirement to World Cup 'pure joy'
John Stones' selection for England's World Cup squad may have raised a few eyebrows but the player says he had to "dig deep" to secure his place in the 26-man travelling party.
The Independent
Trump names himself the keynote speaker for ‘most spectacular’ July 4 rally on DC National Mall
July 4 rally will take place in front of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool which recently underwent construction to prevent algae that has started growing again
Michael Mina shares an Alexandria-inspired steak sandwich recipe from 'My Egypt'
A tiny eating spot called El Fallah in Alexandria, Egypt, is famous for its liver sandwiches
The social media ban for under-16s means it’s out of my hands – what a relief
Some parents are over the moon about the under-16s social media ban. Like Charlotte Cripps, who finds arguments with her young daughters impossible and wonders if Keir Starmer could ban doom-scrolling adults next
Boy, 2, suffers serious injuries after car hits nursery school playground
A two-year-old boy has been seriously injured after a car crashed into a nursery school playground, police said.
Iran-US war latest: Trump’s peace deal already under strain as Israel vows to remain in Lebanon ‘indefinitely’
Israel continued operations in Lebanon despite Iran and Pakistan’s insistence the deal included Lebanon
Social media ban UK latest: Starmer warned crackdown could drive under-16s to ‘darker places’ online
UK will follow Australia’s example in raising the minimum age to 16 for several social media sites including TikTok and Instagram
The 700-year-old St. Vitus Cathedral in Prague inaugurates a new organ
Prague’s St. Vitus Cathedral has a new organ, giving the 700-year-old building a proper instrument for services and concerts
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky accuses Moscow of ‘deliberately’ targeting Kyiv cathedral as death toll rises to 11
The 1,000-year-old building was damaged in the attack, which Russia has denied
Reform plans to tear up key plank of Brexit deal as it vows to hike taxes for employers hiring foreign workers
Robert Jenrick, Reform’s Treasury spokesperson, said companies which employ foreign workers would have to pay higher national insurance and a new ‘migrant labour levy’
Lawmakers fight to stop the Trump administration's dismantling of a $386M ocean observatory project
Lawmakers are demanding the National Science Foundation stop dismantling the Ocean Observatories Initiative, a $386 million ocean monitoring network being wound down under President Donald Trump's administration
