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The National | Iran threatens to blockade Red Sea shipping
April 15, 2026 | Iran threatens to expand its shipping blockade from the Strait of Hormuz to the Red Sea. A jury finds Ticketmaster and Live Nation held an illegal monopoly on ticket sales. And the growing concern over ultrafine particle pollutants. Watch The National 9 pm EST Sun - Fri
Waymo is taking steps to get its robotaxis on Toronto streets. But roadblocks await
The autonomous taxi operator Waymo appears to be taking steps to break into the Canadian market, eyeing Toronto as a new testing ground for its self-driving fleet. But it may face technological, political and environmental roadblocks — including the harsh reality of Canadian winters — as it seeks to expand north.
Canadian performer Rezz cancels Coachella set due to health concerns
After performing during the first weekend of Coachella, Ukrainian-Canadian performer DJ Rezz has cancelled her second weekend set at the California music festival, citing issues with her health.
Foreign minister says she spoke to Lebanese counterpart in wake of Canadian citizen's killing
Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand said she spoke with her Lebanese counterpart on Tuesday to express condolences on the killing of a Canadian citizen in the country last week, but declined to sanction Israel, which his family blames for the death.
Booking.com customers warned of 'reservation hijacking' after data breach
With the busy travel season approaching, a data breach at Booking.com is leading to warnings about phishing scams known as "reservation hijacking."
Lobster harvesters hope for strong prices as cost of fuel and other expenses soar
A relatively low supply of lobsters and increased demand with the removal of international trade barriers are pointing to better prices, the executive director of the Maritime Fishermen's Union told The Canadian Press.
U.S. Supreme Court justice calls colleagues' use of emergency orders 'potentially corrosive'
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson has delivered a sustained attack on her conservative colleagues' use of emergency orders to benefit the Trump administration, calling the orders "scratch-paper musings" that can have a "potentially corrosive" effect.
Indigenous artisan worried about upcoming Etsy ban on the sale of fur
Etsy has announced it’s banning the sale of fur items on the site in August. The Fur Institute of Canada warns the move will hit Indigenous artisans hardest, who often rely on the site as a major source of income.
Health Canada approves 1st needle-free epinephrine treatment for severe allergic reactions
Health Canada has approved the first needle-free epinephrine treatment for severe allergic reactions: a nasal spray called Neffy.
Toronto police officer charged with manslaughter after man killed in Niagara Falls, Ont.
The Special Investigations Unit (SIU) said in a news release the officer, Const. Andrew Lawson from the Toronto Police Service, was charged with manslaughter.
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Toronto Star
After backlash, Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow directs city to make more FIFA World Cup Fan Fest tickets free
The city released plans to charge $10 general admission to Toronto's World Cup Fan Festival, after the mayor and city officials had promised the event would be free-of-charge.
Gas tax plan sparks Carney–Poilievre clash in House of Commons
Prime Minister Mark Carney and Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre traded barbs about floor-crossers, fuel and fiscal records in the House of Commons on Wednesday, as the Tories sought to project unity despite a Liberal majority.
Former Trudeau minister Navdeep Bains considering Ontario Liberal leadership bid, insiders say
Sources close to the one-time industry and science minister say his phone has been "blowing up" with Liberals urging him to run provincially.
Jury finds that Ticketmaster and Live Nation had an anticompetitive monopoly over big concert venues
A Manhattan federal jury deliberated for four days before reaching its decision Wednesday in the closely watched case, which gave fans the equivalent of a backstage pass to a business that dominates live entertainment.
Ontario eases rules on drinking alcohol in provincial parks
Ford's government is changing rules to allow drinking in more places in provincial parks such as beaches, picnic and day use areas.
Toronto police officer charged with manslaughter in Niagara Falls shooting
The officer has been suspended with pay after he was arrested earlier today and charged in connection to the 2025 incident.
Did you buy a car between 1998 and 2017 in Canada? You may be eligible for part of a $50-million class-action settlement
The distribution of funds in the automotive parts price-fixing class action involves BMW, Mini, Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, Smart, Mitsubishi and Suzuki.
Family of Ajax man killed outside his home awoke to face police with guns drawn
Niran Perera said he learned his son had been attacked and killed early Tuesday after officers entered the family’s home. "I realized my eldest son was missing.”
Toronto wants to ban motorboats — including Jet Skis — in more places on its waterfront. Here's where
Use of Toronto's waterfront has soared since the pandemic, heightening tensions between boaters and nonmotorized users like swimmers and kayakers.
Ruby Rose sexual assault claims spark Katy Perry investigation in Australia
In a statement to TMZ, Victoria Police confirmed the probe, saying its detectives are investigating an alleged “historical sexual assault” that happened in 2010.
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Globe and Mail
Kyiv hit with Russian missile attack, officials report injuries and fires
At least four people were injured, according to the head of Kyiv’s military administration
High school principal tackles, disarms gunman as students flee in Oklahoma
Kirk Moore was shot in the leg during April 7 attack, but managed to restrain suspect until police arrived, according to court records
Principal tackles, disarms gunman entering Oklahoma high school
A high school principal in Oklahoma is being credited with saving lives after tackling a gunman who, according to an affidavit, entered the school on April 7 to open fire on students.
How U.S. hopes to resolve Iran conflict with economic warfare
U.S. plans to ramp up economic pain on Iran, saying the new moves will be the ‘financial equivalent’ of a bombing campaign
Comparing the Iran war to other U.S. conflicts yields little of value
Like its main proponent, this American military campaign has no antecedents
Israel’s security cabinet convenes to discuss possible Lebanon ceasefire, official says
Netanyahu’s government was under heavy pressure from Washington to reach a ceasefire in Lebanon, official says
Pakistan attempts to mediate as Trump says Iran war nearly over
U.S. President Donald Trump said the war with Iran was close to over as the army chief of mediator Pakistan arrived in Tehran in a bid to prevent a renewed conflict.
Trump posts image of himself with Jesus, continues war of words with Pope
Trump posted an image portraying him as a Jesus-like figure earlier this week, prompting widespread outrage
Ticketmaster and Live Nation had anti-competitive monopoly over big concert venues, U.S. jury finds
Civil case, initially led by the U.S. federal government, accused Live Nation of using its reach to smother competition
Attacked again by Trump, Pope Leo says world needs message of peace
Pope Leo said on Wednesday that the world needs to hear a message of peace and co-existence, after U.S. President Donald Trump attacked him for a second time this week on social media.
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Global News
U.S. will not renew sanctions waivers on Russian, Iranian oil, Bessent says
The moves signal an end to the Trump administration's efforts to use the sanctions waivers to free up more oil supplies and lower soaring global energy prices.
Anand says Sudan a ‘priority,’ pledges $120M in aid as war enters 4th year
Canada's foreign affairs minister said hunger is being used as a weapon of war in Sudan but it's up to global tribunals to decide whether a genocide is taking place.
Claudia Sheinbaum vows to ‘defend Mexicans at every level’
During a press briefing, Claudia Sheinbaum called Mexicans' and other migrants' deaths in ICE custody 'unacceptable.'
U.S. YouTuber Johnny Somali jailed in South Korea after statue stunt
In 2024, Johnny Somali posted a video of himself kissing the Statue of Peace commemorating victims of the Japanese military's sexual slavery during the Second World War.
5 things Canada and Finland have in common as NATO ally’s leader visits
Stubb said he and Carney share values and interests and that in many ways he considers Canada an honorary member of the European Union and the Nordic nations.
Mediators working to extend U.S.-Iran ceasefire, officials say
The fighting has killed at least 3,000 people in Iran, more than 2,100 in Lebanon, 23 in Israel and more than a dozen in Gulf Arab states.
Dozens of ‘cocaine hippos’ tied to drug lord Pablo Escobar to be culled
The cocaine hippos escaped Pablo Escobar's ranch after the drug lord was killed by national police in 1993. Since then, they have taken up residence in the region.
Iran war fallout has ‘abruptly darkened’ global economic outlook, IMF says
The IMF downgraded its forecast for global growth to 3.1 per cent in 2026 from the 3.3 per cent it had forecast in January, but the new rate assumes the war is 'short-lived.'
More peace talks sought as U.S. blockade of Iranian ports takes effect
U.S. President Donald Trump said a second round of talks could happen 'over the next two days' in an interview with the New York Post.
Husband of woman missing in Bahamas released without charges
'They had no choice but to release him. It's unfortunate they had to exhaust the entire investigative period to come to the conclusion,' Brian Hooker's lawyer said.
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New York Times
Just War Doctrine: The Pope, JD Vance and a Theological Debate
President Trump’s attack on Pope Leo has touched off an argument about a framework for determining when war is justified.
DeSantis Delays Redistricting Special Session and Adds a Vaccine Bill
The Florida governor is expected to propose a congressional map that could result in up to five new Republican-leaning seats. Some in the party fear it could backfire.
Saudi Fund to Back Away From LIV Golf Under Mounting Financial Pressures
The Saudi league, established in 2022, attracted some of the sport’s biggest stars with huge contracts.
Sudan Enters Fourth Year of War Amid World’s Most Severe Humanitarian Crisis
Fighting that erupted in 2023 has forced millions from their homes and left widespread hunger that is now being compounded by strife in the Middle East.
Senate Blocks Bid to Cancel Arms Sales to Israel as Iran War Deepens Democratic Divide
Concerns over the Iran war led several Democratic senators who had rejected past bids to curb weapons transfers to Israel to vote to block the sale of bulldozers and bombs.
Analysis of Alzheimer’s Drugs Stirs Debate About Their Effectiveness
The review said a certain class of drugs had little clinical benefit, but many Alzheimer’s experts criticized the analysis, saying it unfairly lumped failed drugs with two recently approved treatments.
Mamdani’s Wife Admits ‘Shame’ Over Social Media Posts From Her Teens
Rama Duwaji apologized for using what she said was “harmful” language as a teenager, in her first interview since her husband, Zohran Mamdani, took office.
5 Takeaways From the Live Nation Antitrust Trial
A jury found that the concert giant operated as a monopoly, a verdict that could have major reverberations in the music industry.
The Pied-à-Terre Tax Has Failed Before. Could This Year Be Different?
Amid calls from the left to tax the rich, a tax proposal on multimillion-dollar second homes in New York City, backed by Gov. Kathy Hochul, seems to have better odds of passing than in years past.
What Is the Pied-à-Terre Tax? 5 Things to Know About Hochul’s Proposal.
Gov. Kathy Hochul wants to tax second homes in New York City that are worth $5 million or more. Here’s how the proposal might work.
CNBC
Asia markets rise as hopes of U.S.-Iran deal lift Wall Street benchmarks to new records
Asia markets opened higher after Wall Street hit record levels on growing expectations of a U.S.-Iran deal to end the war.
China economic growth accelerates to 5% in first quarter, beating expectations, on robust exports
Beijing had lowered its growth target this year to a range of 4.5% to 5%, the least ambitious goal on record going back to the early 1990s.
Daikin shares jump 14% after activist investor Elliott pushes for reforms
Daikin shares surged as much as 13.9% after activist investor Elliott urged the company to boost margins and shareholder returns.
CNBC Daily Open: Wall Street buys Trump's assurances on Iran war ending soon
Booming indexes don't erase the impact of the war, with the World Bank warning that conflict-related disruptions could last for months.
Inside India newsletter: Small towns are powering e-commerce's fastest-growing market, dominated by Amazon, Walmart unit
Small towns are fueling India’s e‑commerce surge, with Amazon and Flipkart chasing new shoppers, faster delivery and rising aspirational demand.
The public sours on AI and data centers as Anthropic, OpenAI look to IPO and tech keeps spending
Negativity around AI could be a drag on OpenAI and Anthropic as the startups look to go public, and will likely be a major issue in the midterm elections.
Iran war damaged as much as $58 billion of energy infrastructure, Rystad estimates
It could take years to repair damaged energy infrastructure in the Middle East and restore production to prewar levels.
Tesla stock adds nearly 8% as Elon Musk touts chip progress
UBS analysts changed their previously bearish rating on shares of Tesla this week.
U.S. and Iran could meet in Pakistan for peace talks next week: MS NOW
Oil tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains at a trickle as the U.S. enforces a retaliatory blockade of Iranian ports.
Regulators are reportedly zeroing in on suspicious trades ahead of market-moving Trump post
The information sought includes so-called Tag 50 identifiers, which can be used to determine who was behind the trades.
Washington Post
Trump administration pushes nations to sign ‘trade over aid’ declaration
Secretary of State Marco Rubio called it an opportunity to use the U.N. system to “promote America First values,” according to a cable reviewed by The Post.
House defies Trump on immigration with move to shield Haitians
The vote to advance a bill extending protections for Haitians marks the first time Republican lawmakers have voted this term to oppose Trump’s immigration policy.
U.S. sends thousands more troops to Mideast as Trump seeks to squeeze Iran
The infusion of firepower coincides with the administration’s maritime blockade against the regime in Tehran and as mediators urge both sides to extend their ceasefire.
Trump says China has agreed not to send weapons to Iran
The president made the claim, which Beijing has yet to confirm, amid anger in China that its vessels could be caught up in a U.S. blockade targeting Iranian ports.
Iranian sea trade blocked as six ships forced to turn back, U.S. military says
A U.S. blockade in effect since Monday has completely cut off Iran’s sea trade, the U.S. military said after six merchant ships were prevented from leaving Iranian ports.
Lebanese, Israeli diplomats hold rare face-to-face meeting in Washington
Secretary of State Marco Rubio hosted ambassadors from the two neighboring states in what was described as a working group aimed at reaching a ceasefire.
How geography powers Iran’s grip on the Strait of Hormuz, despite U.S. blockade
Even with a U.S. blockage, geography gives Iran an edge in the Strait of Hormuz, shaping control of a vital global chokepoint.
Trump says Iran talks may resume this week, but opposes enrichment compromise
The lead U.S. negotiator, Vice President JD Vance, has sought a moratorium on uranium enrichment of at least 20 years. Tehran’s offer would last up to five.
World’s oldest gorilla, known for her dignified manner, turns 69
Legend has it that Fatou was brought from Africa to France in the late 1950s by a sailor who then traded her to settle a bar bill.
BBC
Mahmood promises action against 'sham lawyers' abusing asylum system after BBC investigation
An undercover investigation revealed how law firms and advisers are helping migrants pretend to be gay to stay in the UK
'Unprecedented' fire at Australian oil refinery to impact nation's petrol supplies
The fire has deepened fears over the nation's petrol supplies amid a global crunch.
Nebraska police shoot knife-wielding woman who abducted child from Walmart
The 31-year-old woman randomly abducted a three-year-old boy out of the Omaha supermarket at knifepoint, police say.
The Papers: 'Summer of shortages' and 'War windfall'
Fears the Iran war could lead to UK supermarket shortages this summer and news of big oil windfalls lead Thursday's papers.
BBC at the site of Trump's planned 'triumphal arch'
BBC's Ione Wells explains where the 250ft structure would be built and why it's controversial.
Arteta wanted fire but Arsenal limp to semis - does style matter?
Mikel Arteta wanted "fire" from his Arsenal players but instead got a sluggish performance as the Gunners did what was needed to reach the Champions League semi-finals.
Seven goals, fastest strike & two red cards - Bayern-Real delivers drama
The quickest strike in this season's Champions League, seven goals, two red cards and the competition's 15-time winners exiting in anger - once again the knockout stages of European club football's elite tournament has delivered drama in spades.
Seven goals, fastest strike & two red cards - Bayern-Real delivers drama
The quickest strike in this season's Champions League, seven goals, two red cards and the competition's 15-time winners exiting in anger - once again the knockout stages of European club football's elite tournament has delivered drama in spades.
Real Madrid set for rare trophyless season - will Arbeloa pay the price?
After losing out to Bayern Munich in a thrilling Champions League quarter-final, Real Madrid face the prospect of a trophyless season that could cost Alvaro Arbeloa his job.
Move over wind farms: why some argue cutting costs is the best way to cut carbon
From heat pumps to offshore wind, the UK’s net zero push is facing growing scrutiny. Are rising costs undermining climate goals?
The Independent
RFK Jr. once removed a dead raccoon’s penis to ‘study later’ while his wife and kids waited in the car, book claims
A new biography of the Trump administration official quotes from an alleged Kennedy diary entry detailing the raccoon incident
East Coast braces for prolonged heat wave as temperatures near records
The heat is unusual for April, not only because it is scorching much of the nation so early in the year but also for its expected duration
China raises pressure on underground Catholics to join official church, Human Rights Watch finds
Human Rights Watch, in a detailed new report, says Chinese authorities are increasing pressure on underground Catholic communities to join the state-controlled official church while tightening surveillance and travel restrictions on all of China’s estimated 12 million Catholics
The 'becoming Chinese' meme shows China's soft power moment is here
Young Western social media users are embracing a “very Chinese time” of their lives, and China’s government is keen to use this moment to boost the country’s cultural influence worldwide
How Iran built its military and weapons over decades of conflict
The Islamic Republic’s offensive capabilities have been built up over nearly 50 years
Iran-US war latest: White House denies it requested ceasefire extension as Tehran makes fresh shipping threat
The US said discussions about a second round of talks with Iran were ongoing and productive
California attorney who tried to help overturn 2020 election loses law license
A California attorney who aided President Donald Trump’s efforts to stay in power following his 2020 election loss is no longer licensed to practice in California
Amazon ‘bricked’ older Fire TV Sticks to push users to buy new models, lawsuit claims
Complaint says decision led to major performance issues, including lag, buffering, and in some cases ‘bricking,’ where the devices remained physically intact but stopped working altogether
Government urged to act on ultra-processed food adverts over child health fears
Participants in a new study said UPF advertising was ‘lulling people into a false sense of security’
Christopher Nolan brings ‘The Odyssey’ to CinemaCon
Christopher Nolan has given theater owners a thrilling glimpse of “The Odyssey” at CinemaCon in Las Vegas
