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CBC.ca
Conservationists warn DFO facility closures could risk future of endangered salmon
Two salmon conservation organizations and an Indigenous water protector say the decision to close federal biodiversity facilities in the Maritimes could be the final nail in the coffin for an endangered salmon population.
'Prepare for rotating outages’: N.L. Hydro warns of possible power emergency
The "tightest pinch" on the system will start Saturday evening, after a power warning was issued because of issues with ice at the generating plant in Bay d'Espoir.
Hibernating from the Canadian cold? Here's how to watch this year's Oscar-nominated films
Here's a guide to the films up for an Academy Award for best picture this year, and how you can watch them in Canada.
Mulan, mythical beings dazzle at annual Chinese lantern festival
Visitors take in the dazzling lanterns at night, with more than 200 handmade lanterns featuring animals, mythological beings and scenes from Chinese culture, at the 32nd Zigong International Lantern Festival on Friday.
More than water: Calgary infrastructure woes putting pressure on city hall
As two catastrophic Bearspaw water main breaks put more pressure on updating Calgary's water system, some city hall watchers are raising alarm over other municipal responsibilities that are aging and in need of more money.
The more Trump allies covet Alberta, the less popular separatism may get
Independence movement leaders cheer on U.S. cabinet member's praise, but resist talk of Alberta becoming part of States.
Does creatine work for menopausal symptoms? Doctors weigh in
What the medical literature suggests on who and what might benefit from creatine supplementation and what's less clear.
Are librarians the key for teaching AI literacy?
Librarians teach students about research, media literacy, copyright and technology. This makes them perfect for teaching about the power and pitfalls of AI. Yet students — from kindergarteners to post-secondary — lose out on this valuable expertise if librarians get overlooked as schools tackle AI.
Carney Liberals return to House of Commons still short of a majority
Depending on who you ask, the Carney Liberals could be on the cusp of securing a majority — or triggering a general election.
Comedian Vic Michaelis on their internet talk show, working with Emilia Clarke — and launching an MLM
Canadian-raised comedian Vic Michaelis first found viral fame with their internet series Very Important People. Now, they're working on the Emilia Clarke-led series Ponies — and still yearning to star in a disaster movie.
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Toronto Star
Bitter cold continues to freeze Toronto as 'hazardous' storm bringing 40 cm of snow expected Sunday
Environment Canada's storm alert has been upgraded to an orange warning, signalling “significant damage, disruption, or health impacts.”
Donald Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariffs if Carney 'makes a deal with China'
The U.S. president made the threat in a Truth Social post, a week after initially praising Canada's recent EV agreement with China.
Man is shot and killed during Minneapolis immigration crackdown, National Guard activated
Details surrounding the shooting weren’t immediately clear, though the Department of Homeland Security said the victim had a firearm. Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz called on Trump to end the crackdown.
From brutal blitz to guerrilla warfare: Imagining what a U.S. invasion of Canada might look like
There's "effectively zero" chance the U.S. would invade Canada — but we must prepare for that contingency anyway, experts say.
This $20-million Mississauga mansion has a private entrance to a golf course in its backyard
The home sprawls more than 19,000 square feet of living space with six bedrooms, 12 bathrooms and a full size gym upstairs.
What we learned from Becky Hamber and Brandy Cooney's testimony in Burlington murder trial
Women on trial for murder of the 12-year-old boy they were trying to adopt have finished testifying. The case takes a break before closing arguments.
Olivia Chow’s 2026 budget has gone through weeks of debate and public input. Here’s where she’s being asked to spend more money
Council’s budget committee wrapped up deliberations on this year’s spending plan on Friday, following two weeks of meetings and public presentations.
Mark Carney's speech in Davos made waves around the globe. We break down the highlights, tone — and why experts say it worked
Experts in international relations, history and speech writing analyze Prime Minister Mark Carney's World Economic Forum speech — its key themes, significance, and what it could mean for Canada’s future foreign policy.
Mental health is plummeting in Toronto. Here's what we can do to solve a 'wicked' problem
A report by Thrive Toronto paints a picture of a huge drop in mental wellness in recent years. Experts share some ideas for how to turn things around.
From Iranian nightmare to Toronto dread — one family’s ordeal as a country teeters on the edge
Bita Yavari and her daughter Saba Zakerolhosseini have recently reunited in Toronto, but they and many others worry about relatives back home.
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Globe and Mail
Man killed by federal officer in Minneapolis was an ICU nurse, family says
Alex Jeffrey Pretti, a U.S. citizen, had participated in protests following the killing of Renee Nicole Macklin Good by an ICE officer
Police chief calls for calm after a man was shot and killed during Minneapolis immigration crackdown
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara said a 37-year-old man was killed Saturday but declined to identify him. He added that information about what led up to the shooting was limited.
Man shot and killed by federal immigration officers during Minneapolis crackdown
Federal officers shot and killed a man in Minneapolis amid the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown, according to a hospital record obtained by the Associated Press. Minneapolis Gov. Tim Walz said in a social media post that he had been in contact with the White House after the shooting.
'How many more residents have to die' asks Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey spoke to reporters on Saturday, Jan. 24 after officials said a man that was shot by federal agents in the city had died in the second fatal shooting involving federal agents this month during a surge in immigration enforcement in the northern U.S. city.
Federal agents deploy tear gas at crowd gathered at scene of deadly shooting in Minneapolis
Federal immigration officers shot and killed a 37 year-old man Saturday in Minneapolis, drawing hundreds of protesters in a city already shaken by another fatal shooting weeks earlier.
Walz activates National Guard after federal immigration officer kills man during Minneapolis crackdown
37-year-old victim identified as Alex Pretti as shooting draws hundreds of protesters in city
Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariff if it makes deal with China
U.S. President says levy would apply against all Canadian goods and products
Suicide bomber strikes wedding in northwestern Pakistan, killing 7
No group immediately claimed responsibility for the attack but suspicion likely to fall on the Pakistani Taliban, also known as TTP
Swiss bar owner released on bail after deadly New Year’s fire
Italian PM says decision to release Jacques Moretti ‘an affront to the memory of the victims’
Zelensky says talks with Russia and U.S. end constructively, more possible next week
American envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner participated alongside Ukrainian officials
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Global News
Trump threatens 100 per cent tariffs on Canada over China trade ties
U.S. President Donald Trump warned Canada it could face 100 per cent tariffs over expanded trade ties with China, escalating tensions between Washington and Ottawa.
Rower rescued after ‘rogue waves’ capsize boat in middle of Atlantic
The U.S. Coast Guard said that the man was 'dehydrated but otherwise in good health' and that he 'reported being in distress for approximately 24 hours.'
Fry tide! Bags of French fries wash up on U.K. beach after cargo ship spill
Thousands of bags of French fries washed up on a beach near a southern coastal town after a shipping container carrying food packages washed ashore.
Boro the dog, missing after Spain train crash, found safe and reunited with owner
Forest firefighters found the black-and-white dog and shared images of his owner Anna García embracing Boro, who took off during the aftermath of the train crash.
Trump says a U.S. ‘armada’ nears Iran as regime crackdown continues
Iran’s top prosecutor on Friday called U.S. President Donald Trump’s repeated claims that he halted the hangings of 800 detained protesters there “completely false.”
TikTok finalizes U.S. spinoff entity, ending battle over Chinese ownership
TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC will secure U.S. user data, apps and the algorithm through data privacy and cybersecurity measures, the company said.
‘Heated Rivalry’ stars Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie to be torchbearers for Winter Olympics
Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie will be among the torchbearers carrying the Olympic flame for the Milan Cortina Games in February.
Barron Trump ‘helped save’ my life, says woman in U.K. assault trial
'I'm calling from the U.S., I just got a call from a girl, you know, she's getting beat up,' Trump said in a transcript released by prosecutors.
‘Europe looks lost,’ Ukraine’s Zelenskyy says to European leaders
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy blasted his European allies Thursday for what he portrayed as the continent’s slow, fragmented and inadequate response to Russia’s invasion.
3 key moments you may have missed in Trump’s speech
The speech, which lasted more than an hour, touched on tariffs, the U.S. central bank, prescription drug prices and made reference to mysterious new 'weapons of warfare.'
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New York Times
Scenes From the Winter Storm
Images from across much of the country illuminate snow-covered streets and preparations for worse still to come.
Videos Show Moments in Which Agents Killed a Man in Minneapolis
Federal authorities said the slain man, Alex Pretti, had approached agents with a gun. But videos show Mr. Pretti was holding his phone, not a weapon, when they pulled him to the ground.
Trump Threatens Canada With Tariffs as Post-Davos Fallout Continues
President Trump said he would impose tariffs if Canada made “a deal with China,” though there is no sign that those countries are discussing a broad trade agreement.
Alex Jeffrey Pretti Was an I.C.U. Nurse at the V.A. Hospital
Shot and killed by immigration agents on a Minneapolis street, he wanted to be a ‘force of good in the world.’
What We Know About a Second Fatal ICE Shooting in Minneapolis
Federal agents shot and killed a 37-year-old Minneapolis resident on Saturday, the city’s police chief said.
Beatriz González, Who Chronicled Colombia’s Turmoil in Paint, Dies at 93
Often drawing from reproduced images or newspaper photos, she made work that quietly yet memorably critiqued her country’s social and political order.
As Trump Focuses Abroad, G.O.P. Toils to Hone Election Message
A new poll shows that voters who will decide control of Congress see a lack of presidential emphasis on critical domestic issues.
Millions of Gallons of Raw Sewage Spills Into the Potomac River
About 40 million gallons of untreated sewage a day has spilled into the river since a pipeline ruptured in Montgomery County, Md., on Monday, according to a utility company.
Why the Power May Not Go Out Until After the Storm Has Passed
The steady accumulation of snow and freezing rain and a rise in demand for electricity can cause problems long after the sky clears, energy experts said.
Washington Post Tears Up Plans to Cover Winter Olympics
The abrupt change in direction came just weeks before the Olympic Games are set to begin in Italy.
CNBC
Airlines cancel nearly 13,000 weekend flights as massive winter storm sweeps across U.S.
U.S. airlines canceled tens of thousands of flights and waived change fees for travelers as a massive winter storm swept across the country.
Trump threatens to impose 100% tariff if Canada makes deal with China
In his Truth Social post, Trump suggested that China would try to use Canada to try to avoid paying U.S. tariffs.
Therapists say they see more workers anxious about AI: It's 'a fear of becoming obsolete'
More workers are talking about their anxiety around artificial intelligence in therapy, therapists say.
Delroy Lindo just got his first Oscar nomination at age 73—he overcame ‘strategic missteps’ to build a 50-year career
"Sinners" actor Delroy Lindo, nominated for his first Oscar award at age 73, has discussed the challenges of being labeled as "difficult" earlier in his career.
Investors went to Davos for AI. They left talking about Greenland
Two Davos's emerged: one chasing AI’s future, the other gripped by Greenland, tariffs and the geopolitical risks reshaping investor playbooks.
India's largest airline sees shares drop after earnings plunge 78% on forex and other provisions
Weak currency, labour reforms and passenger compensation costs dragged Indigo's earnings.
I spent the week with tech CEOs. Here's what they're talking about
Four themes were top of mind for tech executives at Davos, and they were all about AI.
Shares of CSG, one of the world’s fastest-growing defense firms, jump 31% on debut
Shares of Czech-based defense firm Czechoslovak Group, or CSG, soared over 31% on its stock market debut on Friday.
Wall Street braced for a private credit meltdown. The risk of one is rising
Private credit is expected to grow from $3.4 trillion in 2025 to an estimated $4.9 trillion by 2029. Wall Street is starting to raise alarms about the risks.
Databricks obtains $1.8 billion in additional debt ahead of IPO
Databricks is among the highly valued technology companies that are primed to go public in 2026.
Washington Post
Trump threatens 100 percent tariffs on Canadian goods over China deal
Canada’s Mark Carney drew a standing ovation — and Trump’s ire — in Davos this week for an address in which he said the U.S.-led international order was “over.”
Myanmar’s military choreographs an election with Beijing’s help
The military junta announced the election with China’s backing. Election watchdog, the European Union and the United Kingdom have dismissed it as illegitimate.
Mapping U.S. strikes in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific
An ongoing record of U.S. strikes in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific in the leadup to the attack on Venezuela and apprehension of President Nicolás Maduro.
‘Heated Rivalry’ is a hit in Russia, where LGBTQ+ content is heavily censored
Russian audiences connected deeply with the “Heated Rivalry” character Ilya Rozanov, whose country would never accept him or allow him to live in a relationship with another man.
Greenlanders left reeling after week of Trump-induced whiplash
It’s been a strange moment of mixed messages for residents of an Arctic territory once again at the forefront of President Donald Trump’s dealings on the world stage.
‘Free Solo’ climber Alex Honnold set to scale Taiwan’s tallest building
The American superstar climber sees a new record in Taipei 101, Taiwan’s tallest building. Beleaguered Taiwan, fending off China, sees a marketing opportunity.
Trump withdraws Carney’s invitation to Board of Peace
President Donald Trump said the Canadian leader was no longer welcome on his “prestigious Board of Leaders” after the pair traded barbs in high-profile speeches in Davos.
U.K., including Prince Harry, voices outrage at Trump’s Afghanistan remarks
President Donald Trump’s inaccurate belittling of the British role in Afghanistan recalled previous occasions when he has insulted injured or fallen soldiers.
Despite Davos claims of peace progress, Russia maintains hard line on talks
After talks with Trump’s envoys, Russia said it would keep fighting in Ukraine until it achieves its territorial objectives.
Olympic snowboarder turned ‘Most Wanted’ fugitive Ryan Wedding arrested
The FBI offered a $15 million reward for information leading to Ryan Wedding’s arrest and accused him of ordering the slaying of a witness set to testify against him.
BBC
'Liverpool's struggles can no longer be hidden by long unbeaten run'
Liverpool's struggles can no longer be hidden by their long unbeaten run after their last-gasp defeat at Bournemouth, writes Aadam Patel.
Newcastle out to 'upset league's status quo' - Howe
Head coach Eddie Howe believes Newcastle United can still achieve "great things" despite financial restrictions as his side look to upset the league's status quo.
'British FBI' to take over terror and fraud probes in reforms to police
The home secretary says policing is stuck "in a different century" and the new body will form part of wider reforms.
Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariffs if it 'makes a deal with China'
It comes as tensions appear to have escalated between Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.
Video shows moments around fatal shooting in Minneapolis
A 37-year-old Minneapolis man, who is believed to be a US citizen, has been killed by a federal agent.
Trump says UK soldiers in Afghanistan 'among greatest of all' after anger over Nato remarks
The US president's praise follows his claim that allied forces avoided the front lines during the Afghanistan conflict.
Livingston to report Aberdeen over alleged racial abuse of Bokila
Livingston will contact the Scottish FA to report Aberdeen over an alleged racial comment made to striker Jeremy Bokila.
Pier washes away and railway sea wall crumbles in storm
Part of a historic pier washes away and a sea wall next to a railway line crumbles as Storm Ingrid lashes Devon and Cornwall.
'Joyless and toxic' - will Spurs put Frank out of his misery?
Tottenham manager Thomas Frank remains in deep trouble despite his side rescuing a late draw at Burnley, writes Phil McNulty.
Andy Burnham seeks permission to stand in by-election to become MP
He says in a statement that he wants to back the Labour government "not undermine it".
The Independent
New ‘British FBI’ team to tackle terrorism and gang crime in major police shake-up
Home secretary Shabana Mahmood will outline major police reforms on Monday with the number of forces expected to be slashed
ICE shooting latest: Victim of Minneapolis shooting named as ICU nurse as White House calls him ‘would-be assassin’
Footage of the incident appeared to show multiple law enforcement officers struggling with a man on the ground before a gunshot is heard, followed by at least nine more
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Minnesota protesters bit off federal agent’s finger during protest, DHS claims
Tensions in Minneapolis continue to escalate after federal agents killed a second U.S. citizen Saturday
Winter storm: 18 states declare state of emergency as ‘life-threatening’ storm sweeps US
Millions of Americans are expected to face heavy snow, ice and freezing temperatures
Husband of Newport Beach socialite was found dead at bottom of 75 foot embankment arrested
Aryan Papoli grew up in Iran and moved to the U.S. at 18, where she met her husband, Gordon Abas Goodarzi, and co-founded the clean energy company U.S. Hybrid
37-year-old man shot dead by federal agents in Minneapolis was an ‘American citizen’ and licensed gun owner, city officials say
“We are aware of reports of another shooting involving federal law enforcement in the area of 26th Street W and Nicollet Ave,” officials wrote on X Saturday morning. “We are working to confirm additional details. We ask the public to remain calm and avoid the immediate area.”
Ukraine-Russia war latest: ‘Brutal’ Kyiv attack cuts off power as Abu Dhabi peace talks end without breakthrough
Second day of landmark negotiations came as dozens injured and one killed in major Russian missile and drone attack, according to Ukrainian officials
Andy Burnham latest: Labour committee urged not to block Manchester mayor’s Westminster comeback bid
Manchester mayor seeks permission to stand in upcoming Gorton and Denton by-election, paving the way for a potential leadership challenge
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‘We survived HS2 – now a huge pipeline backed by Rachel Reeves could split our farm in two’
Peter Oakes faces the prospect of a underground pipeline passing through his Cheshire farm following years of uncertainty over plans for a HS2 line across his dairy fields
Hermès menswear designer Nichanian takes final bow after 37 years
With Paris Fashion Week menswear heading into its final weekend, Hermès marked a transition as Véronique Nichanian presented her final men’s collection after 37 years leading the house’s menswear
