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CBC.ca
'Absolute chaos' as thousands of Moroccan migrants breach Spain's Ceuta border
Spain will deploy its military to restore order at its border with Morocco in Ceuta after thousands of migrants streamed into the tiny Spanish territory.
'It was biting and scratching,' says Quebec woman attacked by rabid cat
Three people have received preventive rabies treatment following exposure to a stray cat in the Montérégie.
Georgia father sentenced to 15 years in deadly school shooting committed by son
A man who gave his son the gun he used to kill two students and two teachers at Apalachee High School in Georgia was sentenced Thursday to 15 years in prison.
Liberals lack transparency with big-ticket summer spending announcements, critics say
Tens of billions of dollars' worth of announcements by the Liberal government this summer has critics and analysts calling out a lack of detail on Ottawa's spending plans.
‘He is always with me inside my heart,’ says mother of boy, 6, killed by alleged impaired driver
For his family, six-year-old Zafeer Munir was their lifeline and now that he’s gone, his mother, father and sister don’t know how they are going to carry on.
Golfer Charley Hull slammed online over lottery prank on her caddie
English golf star Charley Hull might have thought she nailed a prank on her longtime caddie, Adam Woodward — but according to many fans on social media, it was more of a swing and a miss.
Loblaw boosts profit on generic GLP-1 drug sales, bargain hunting shoppers
Canada's largest grocer is focusing on a new, profitable business: generic GLP-1 drugs. Loblaw says sales are up 40 per cent year-to-date.
Crews called to rescue resident who defied evacuation order, B.C. Wildfire Service says
Wildfire officials in British Columbia are urging people to abide by evacuation orders, after they say crews were forced to rescue a resident who had stayed in a fire zone.
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Toronto Star
WestJet may start cancelling flights following flight attendant strike notice, expert says
The union representing 4,400 WestJet flight attendants has given the airline 72 hours official notice they plan to go on strike Sunday.
Canadian suspect in Belgian espionage case appeals pre-trial detention decision
The Belgian federal prosecutor's office says a Canadian facing espionage charges is appealing a decision to keep the suspect in pretrial detention.
Jack Layton's son won't run for NDP in Beaches—East York byelection
Mike Layton, the former Toronto city councillor, will not run for the federal New Democrats in the Beaches—East York byelection, ending days of speculation.
Mediation and legislation: How the government could step into a WestJet strike
The federal government could invoke Section 107 of the Canada Labour Code to get workers back on the job.
Blue Jays trade deadline primer: Gausman, Springer could be on the move, but there are other options to explore
Here's a closer look at who the Blue Jays could move prior to the Aug. 3 trade deadline.
Is the Billy Bishop Airport expansion actually dead? A city hall reporter answers
After Ottawa paused Doug Ford's airport-expansion plan, readers flooded a Reddit AMA with questions about who's really behind the project, whether it can still go ahead and what happens next.
Who killed Patrick Santos? Toronto police make long-awaited arrest in 2006 cold case
With the help of DNA tracing and investigative genetic genealogy, police were able to make a breakthrough in Scarborough man’s brutal slaying.
'We were both in disbelief': King City man celebrates $10 million Lotto Max jackpot
Brandon Garrett plans to invest, take a family trip abroad, and visit sports stadiums across North America.
WestJet could begin cancelling flights ahead of a possible strike. Here's what passengers need to know
Even if a strike doesn’t end up happening, the 72-hour strike notice means WestJet could start cancelling flights pre-emptively, according to one expert.
Will WestJet strike in 2026? Tell us how the uncertainty is affecting your travel plans
Tell us about your upcoming travel plans. Are you worried the strike will derail your flight — and do you have a backup?
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Globe and Mail
Danube River sinks to record low as drought and heat grip Europe
Prolonged drought is setting record low water levels on the Danube, one of Europe's largest rivers, disrupting tourism, industry and confronting residents with the realities of climate change.
Trump threatens to pull Todd Blanche’s nomination for U.S. Attorney-General as Senate standoff escalates
Two Republicans are seeking written assurances that the Justice Department will not set up Trump’s $1.8-billion ‘anti-weaponization’ program
Danube River sinks to record low levels amid drought, heat wave
The waterway, which runs through 10 countries, has ebbed dramatically and exposed sand bars and shipwrecks
Canadian NATO intern arrested for espionage is suspected of spying for China
Woman identified as Claire Z is appealing decision to keep her in pretrial detention
Japan earthquake death toll climbs to 25 as rescuers continue search for missing
Tuesday’s magnitude 7.1 quake set off an explosion at a mall, toppled a factory chimney and flattened homes
Drone strike on Egypt gas facility an 'immense' development in Middle East conflict
A drone hit a gas storage tanker at Egypt's Mediterranean port of Damietta, according to British maritime security firm Ambrey on Wednesday, in an initial assessment that could signal a further spread of conflict across the Middle East.
Kyiv residents demand more shelters as Russian strikes mount
At a school in Kyiv, angry local residents have gathered to demand the opening of a shelter there, which was meant to start working last year. Deadly Russian strikes on the capital have intensified, highlighting the lack of shelters - and accusations of official complacency.
Hiker treks to safety after impaling himself on trekking pole in Montana
David Cifaldi and his two hiking companions were crossing Montana's ominous Froze-to-Death Plateau and approaching the top of the state's highest peak when their adventure took a bizarre and dangerous turn: Cifaldi slipped and impaled himself on his trekking pole as he fell.
Montana hiker treks to safety after impaling himself on trekking pole
Cifaldi trekked more than six hours to safety after slipping and falling while hiking, impaling himself on a 112-centimetre steel-tipped pole
French firefighters continue to battle wildfires in forests west of Bordeaux
French firefighters were still battling a wildfire four times the size of Paris cutting through forests west of Bordeaux on Wednesday.
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Global News
Global burning at record low, despite North American and European wildfires
As wildfires in Europe and North America grow more extreme, key worldwide burning statistics are at a record low largely because Africa and Asia are controlling fire more.
What’s behind growing European threats to boycott the next FIFA World Cup?
American venture capital firm Thrive Eternal is expected to lead the investor group for FFE, founded by Joshua Kushner — the brother of U.S. President Donald Trump's son-in-law.
U.S. says ‘error’ mislabelled every African country on AIDS conference map
The mislabelled map was shown during a presentation at the AIDS 2026 Conference in Rio de Janeiro on the U.S. State Department's new health program agreements with African nations.
Thousands flood into Spain’s Ceuta from Morocco, sparking military response
The announcement comes after local authorities in Ceuta had asked the central government in Madrid for reinforcements to manage a border crisis that had been building up.
Russia strikes targets across Ukraine, NATO says a missile fell in Poland
NATO said a Russian missile entered Polish airspace during the onslaught and landed in a rural area. It caused no injuries or damage but could deepen tensions with Moscow.
France lets 84K evacuees go home as wildfires spread across Europe
Europe is sweltering under an exceptionally hot and arid summer, creating tinderbox conditions for unprecedented fires, forcing hundreds of thousands of people to evacuate.
Drone hits gas vessel near Suez Canal, threatening to expand Iran war
No group has claimed responsibility, the Egyptian cabinet said, adding that authorities were taking measures to protect Egypt's national security.
Death toll from earthquake in Japan rises to 25 as rescue hopes dwindle
Thousands of people spent another night at evacuation centers set up throughout the area in gymnasiums and other big spaces. Some homes were still without water or electricity.
Oil prices jump again following renewed fighting in the Middle East
Oil prices were on the rise again Wednesday on news a brief ceasefire in fighting between the United States and Iran was shattered by renewed missile attacks.
BTS won’t submit music for 2027 Grammys after Asian pop category added
The announcement follows the introduction of a new Best Asian Pop Music Performance category at the Grammys meant to recognize the work and contributions of Asian artists.
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New York Times
Colin Gray, Father of Teenage Shooter in Georgia, Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison
Prosecutors argued that Colin Gray bore responsibility for the 2024 shooting because he had given his son a gun and failed to act as the teen’s mental health deteriorated.
Thousands of Migrants Enter Ceuta, a Spanish Enclave, From Morocco
The arrivals in Ceuta, a six-mile-long peninsula on Morocco’s northern coast that Spain has governed for centuries, have fueled political tensions.
Trump Threatens to Withdraw Blanche as Attorney General, Dealing Blow to Nomination
President Trump’s threat followed a day of fruitless negotiations with two Republican holdouts, Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis.
Why an A.I. Bubble Might Not Be a Bad Thing
As fears spread over a possible artificial intelligence bubble, some tech investors say: Bring it on.
A.I. Hedge Fund Situational Awareness Rescued by Rival Citadel
The once-high-flying firm Situational Awareness, whose founder is 24, has been bailed out by Kenneth Griffin’s Citadel, according to three people briefed on the transaction.
Former Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes Exits Race for Wisconsin Governor
With a democratic socialist, Francesca Hong, leading in polls, former Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes said he was ending his campaign in the closely divided state.
Big Tech’s A.I. Spending Keeps Rising. So Do the Jitters.
Amazon joined a procession of tech giants that ramped up their spending on artificial intelligence, as its capital expenditures soared 69 percent. Concerns over the industry’s spending are mounting.
DOJ Seeks to Use Court to Deport Mother of Convicted ISIS Supporter
The case is a test of the Alien Terrorist Removal Court, where much of the evidence is presented in secret and defendants cannot challenge how it was collected.
Apple’s Profit Increases 27 Percent, Topping Wall Street Expectations
The company recently raised prices on a number of products because of component supply shortages caused by the artificial intelligence boom.
Trump’s Tariff Exemptions Include Diamonds, Oil and Gas, Copper and Other Items
A new round of tariff carve-outs has raised familiar questions about who should receive the lucrative exceptions, and why.
CNBC
Nexus Data Centers in advanced talks to secure $15B for Google-backed Anthropic data center
Morgan Stanley is the lead banker engaging in advanced talks to lend $15 billion to Nexus Data Centers, CNBC confirmed.
Amazon hikes 2026 capex to $220 billion due to higher memory costs
AWS sales expanded 37% year over year, which trounced analysts' expectations for 31% growth.
AI investor Leopold Aschenbrenner forced to unwind all public stock positions after steep losses, sources say
Leopold Aschenbrenner's hedge fund has sold all of its public stock holdings, according to people familiar with the matter.
Rivian reduces 2026 spending plans, narrows earnings guidance
Rivian reduced its 2026 spending plans and slightly narrowed its previously forecast losses this year as the company reported second-quarter results.
Reddit shares sink 11% on 'choppy' search referrals even as results blow past estimates
Reddit reported second-quarter earnings that beat on the top and the bottom, and gave a revenue forecast that topped estimates.
Retailer Reformation closes flat in NYSE debut as CEO says company is 'ready to scale'
Retailer Reformation made its IPO on the New York Stock Exchange on Thursday under the ticker symbol "REF."
30-year yield hovers near 2007 high as traders weigh Fed decision to holds rates steady
Investors weighed the Federal Reserve's decision to hold interest rates steady.
UEFA threatens World Cup boycott over FIFA private equity investment plan
FIFA has faced backlash from global soccer governing bodies over the proposal to allow private investment.
Oil prices fall after Saudi Arabia proposes naval coalition to protect ships from attack
The U.S. launched a "heavy wave" of strikes against Iran in retaliation for its missile attacks on American forces in the region.
China’s open-weight model lead exposes America’s AI blind spot
The future of AI may be dictated not by who builds the smartest model, but who builds the models everyone runs on. Right now, that's China.
Washington Post
Death of 15 elephants in Kenyan national park sparks outrage, investigation
The unexplained deaths over the past month have raised fears of poisoning.
Trump threatens to hit Iran ‘hard’ following missile attack on U.S. assets
The threat came after Saudi Arabia joined U.S. military strikes on Iranian proxies.
BBC
Is Infantino finished? Could Uefa boycott World Cup? What happens now?
It's been a seismic 48 hours for football after Uefa threatened to boycott the World Cup and Concacaf rejected Gianni Infantino's funding plan - what happens now, and can Fifa's president survive?
Is Infantino finished? Could Uefa boycott World Cup? What happens now?
It's been a seismic 48 hours for football after Uefa threatened to boycott the World Cup and Concacaf rejected Gianni Infantino's funding plan - what happens now, and can Fifa's president survive?
Andy Burnham to give regional mayors share of income tax
The prime minister says the move will give power to "every postcode" but critics say the plans lack detail.
Hundreds of migrants swim from Morocco to Spanish enclave of Ceuta
The territory's leader said the influx is overwhelming resources and urged the Spanish government to intervene.
MP Diane Abbott readmitted into Labour Party after suspension
The long-serving MP apologises for past comments and says she has been issued with a "formal warning".
Vomit in the morning, gold in the afternoon for England's gamblers
Sickness struck England's team pursuit squad on Thursday morning, but a late gamble and fine ride secured Commonwealth Games gold in the velodrome.
Palestine Action ban to be reviewed by Supreme Court
The UK's highest court gives Palestine Action's co-founder permission to appeal the government's proscription of the group under anti-terrorism legislation.
Archbishop of Canterbury committed to £100m slavery fund
Dame Sarah Mullally has renewed her commitment to the fund on a visit to Cape Coast Castle in Ghana.
Suffolk wildfire still growing and unpredictable, says fire service
Firefighters expect to be at the scene on the Suffolk coast for another 48 hours at least.
Danube's record low levels force shutdown of Hungary's only nuclear plant
Romania, Bulgaria and Serbia are also grappling with the effects of a series of prolonged heatwaves and low rainfall.
The Independent
Polls close in Greater Manchester mayoral by-election to succeed Andy Burnham
The contest was triggered by Mr Burnham’s election to Parliament last month
Dozens of Yorkies and huskies push SoCal animal shelter to record levels
While the organization's leaders are happy to help dogs in a precarious position, the shelters themselves are overflowing
Federal government to turn a Kentucky uranium plant into an AI data center and gas power complex
The U.S. Department of Energy is harnessing the artificial intelligence boom in its bid to convert another Cold War-era uranium enrichment site
TSA finds stolen Civil War-era cannonballs in a passenger's suitcase at an Alabama airport
Law enforcement officials say a set of stolen Civil War-era cannonballs was discovered in a passenger’s suitcase during a routine security screening at an Alabama airport
New Trump plan would impose $100,000 fee on foreign students wanting to work in US after graduation
Optional Practical Training visas give foreign-born recent graduates a one-to-three-year extension to work in the US in a job related to their area of study
Mayors allowed to keep share of taxes collected in their area as part of Burnham’s devolution revolution
‘I know what it’s like to be ignored by politicians in Westminster – I’m not going to make that same mistake now I’m PM,’ says Burnham as he unveils another new policy
What time will the Greater Manchester mayoral election results be announced and will there be an exit poll?
The election was called after prime minister Andy Burnham stood down to run as Makerfield MP
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LinkedIn’s newest feature: A ‘Seems Like AI Slop’ button
LinkedIn is also removing its ‘enhance with AI’ option for users and replacing it with an option for proofreading that does not significantly re-write posts
Trump let ships sit in the Strait of Hormuz for months. They now might be ‘superspreaders’
Scientists say no other shipping disruption has left so many ships idle in modern history — opening the door for potential environmental risks
Limited-edition Trump passports to roll out across US due to ‘overwhelming demand’
The department’s 27 passport agencies nationwide will start offering the special travel documents next month
