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CBC.ca
Nick Kyrgios provisionally suspended from tennis after testing positive for cocaine
Former Wimbledon finalist Nick Kyrgios revealed on Wednesday he tested positive for cocaine and was provisionally suspended from tennis.
'She's our hero': Dog honoured after protecting Ontario family from black bear last fall
Chloe the dog is being honoured with a place in the Purina Animal Hall of Fame after she helped protect her owners from a black bear that burst into their Nipigon, Ont., home last fall.
Why elaborate (and expensive) dorm room decor reveals have taken over TikTok
Dorm room upgrades — and their reveals — are so popular online that there's a #DormTok hashtag where videos can get millions of views, some U.S. parents are willing to spend thousands of dollars to hire professional designers.
New research discovers the twisty secret behind the narwhal's unusually straight tusk
The study, published in the journal Nature Communications, explains how it's actually two opposing spirals that counteract each other and allow the tusk to grow straight.
Will the PQ's Trump-era referendum pause work with voters?
Parti Québécois Leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon says he won't hold a referendum until Donald Trump leaves office, a move one pollster called an attempt to ease voter anxiety ahead of the election campaign. Rival party leaders are already slamming the delay as an irresponsible, contradictory political pivot.
Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo: What's going on and why is the outbreak so alarming?
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is spreading at an "unprecedented speed," according to the World Health Organization. Experts say armed conflict and a lack of vaccines or treatment are among several factors complicating response efforts.
Who's behind viral online posts fuelling a crisis over migration in Europe?
Viral social media posts and misinformation helped mobilize thousands of migrants toward Spain's Ceuta enclave, highlighting how online networks can exploit desperation — even as experts warn social media did not create the desire to migrate.
Golfer gets a hole-in-one at the Canadian Special Olympics | The Moment
Golfer Taylor Carter tells CBC News about the moment he aced the 16th hole at the Canadian Special Olympics Summer Games in Medicine Hat, Alta.
Meta trial begins with states accusing social media giant of exploiting, intentionally addicting children
Meta Platforms rejected accusations by U.S. states that it intentionally sought to addict children to its Facebook and Instagram platforms in pursuit of profit as a trial that could reshape some of the most popular apps on the planet got underway Tuesday.
The facts about AI companies destroying books
Anthropic bought millions of physical books to train its AI chatbot Claude. Here are the facts about the books that were ‘destructively scanned.’
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Toronto Star
ICC slams Trump administration's decision to sanction the court's president and a senior prosecution lawyer
The Trump administration has now slapped sanctions on nine of the ICC's 18 judges, both of its deputy prosecutors, its former chief prosecutor and one other prosecution office staffer.
Why Morgan Rielly is glad the Maple Leafs didn’t trade him after all
Precisely how the 32-year-old Leafs defenceman is feeling has been one of the burning questions of the off-season.
Will Ozempic make you look older or lose your hair? Ontario experts break down 7 side effects of GLP-1s
We asked doctors to explain lesser known potential risks of GLP-1 drugs, from hair loss to unwanted pregnancies.
Mark Carney's electricity deal with Newfoundland and Quebec is huge. Here's why those giant dams spark a big choice for Quebec voters
Parti Quebecois hopes for victory might drown in the promise of clean power
The heirs apparent are already lining up for Toronto's top job
Both candidates are on track to run on name recognition, even if not renowned for their track records, Martin Regg Cohn writes.
How the Blue Jays won the Kyle Tucker sweepstakes
Whether Tucker has crumpled under a record contract or the glare of the L.A. lights, it's been ugly.
Toronto's mayoral race pits a progressive incumbent against a conservative challenger — so what's a Liberal voter to do?
There is plenty to fix in Toronto, including traffic congestion and homelessness — but elections are about choices, and this October, the choice is clear.
Canada took away his permanent residency after nearly 30 years. Why this ex-refugee's deportation could become a landmark case
"Canada gave me the opportunity to live my dreams," says Roman Slepcsik, who became a permanent resident in 1999 and is now facing deportation.
Has RECO gone too far? Real estate regulator accused of inflaming 'court of public opinion'
RECO says flagging all discipline committee referrals, like that of its former chair, improves transparency following the $10-million iPro scandal last year.
Going to the BTS shows? 4 incredible North York spots to eat on your way to Rogers Stadium
Concert-bound for BTS? Skip the stadium lines and try these top North York spots for pupusas, doner and Chinese BBQ.
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Globe and Mail
Ukraine's ousted defence minister calls for wartime elections
Ukraine's recently ousted defence minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, called for elections in an address on Tuesday, stating that the nation faced a crisis of governance, with his comments marking the biggest internal challenge to President Volodymyr Zelensky since 2022.
Zelensky’s office faces corruption probe a day after fired defence minister called for wartime elections
Investigators are conducting an operation to expose a criminal organization allegedly led by a sitting and a former lawmaker, involving senior officials
Runaway goats board Portland bus before passengers usher them out
Two runaway goats boarded a TriMet bus in Portland, Oregon, on Aug. 11, before passengers sent the would-be fare dodgers back onto the platform.
Canadian dollar strengthens on prospect of new trade deal with U.S.
U.S. President Trump paused a new barrage of tariffs for three days to conclude the talks
Trump pauses new tariffs for three days, says U.S., Canada have reached tentative trade deal
U.S. President did not specify what was in the agreement nor confirm he would cancel planned levies entirely
Trump made new trade deals with countries around the world. Here’s how they played out
Britain, the E.U. and others have already struck their own agreements with the U.S.
ZZ Top drummer Frank Beard dies at 77
Beard died in hospice care at his ranch in Texas with family members at his side, according to the group’s statement
Ukraine’s former defence minister calls for wartime elections
Mykhailo Fedorov says Ukraine faces a crisis of governance in what appears to be an open challenge to President Zelensky
U.S. talks with Israel, Hamas end with no agreement on Trump’s Gaza plan
Trump’s envoy Jared Kushner ended two days of talks without a breakthrough as both sides stood firm on key demands
ABC sues U.S. FCC over challenge to broadcast licenses, says actions present ‘existential threat’
Led by Trump ally Brendan Carr, the FCC in April ordered an early review of all eight ABC licenses years before they are set to expire
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Global News
Death cap mushroom killer Erin Patterson to appeal triple murder conviction
Three judges in an Australian court will hear arguments for two appeals. One by Patterson and the other by the Victoria director of public prosecutions (DPP).
Meta faces landmark California trial: ‘Kids are the product’
Opening statements started Tuesday in a pivotal trial for Meta Platforms as states seek billions of dollars in damages for social media harms to children.
Has there been an increase in big earthquakes worldwide this year?
So far in 2026, there have been 34 earthquakes with a magnitude between six and 6.9, alongside 11 earthquakes above a magnitude of seven.
U.S. tourist killed by lightning strike while hiking Sicily’s Mount Etna
The 29-year-old man from Kansas was found and transported to hospital by helicopter crew after being struck on Sunday in a prohibited area on Etna's eastern slope.
2 dead in livestreamed Philippine school attack, second in two months
Hundreds of students were evacuated after shots rang out in the high school building of the Ateneo de Zamboanga university campus in the southern port city of Zamboanga.
Iranian regime member deported from Canada, CBSA confirms
Syed Salman Samani was Iran’s deputy interior minister and official spokesperson.
Thousands awaiting aid in Indonesia after earthquake kills 68
Many residents on Flores island in East Nusa Tenggara province spent the day mourning victims and waiting for aid to arrive to communities still cut off by the deadly quake.
Colombia’s president asks Trump to suspend tariffs amid earthquake recovery
There has been no immediate response from President Donald Trump's administration to Abelardo de la Espriella's request for a suspension.
Trump suggests ‘declaring’ Strait of Hormuz a U.S. territory, Iran rebuffs claim
Throughout the conflict, U.S. President Donald Trump has alternated between threats of escalation and assertions that a peace deal is imminent.
Magnitude 7.7 earthquake strikes off Indonesia’s coast, toppling buildings and killing at least 38
The U.S Geological Survey said the quake hit Indonesia's Flores region with a depth of 10 kilometers at 5:58 a.m. Indonesia time.
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New York Times
After the Storm
We look at the aftermath of Hurricane Lala.
U.A.E. Halts Trade Ties With Iran and Says It Was Targeted With Missiles
The Emirates has long been a major trading hub for Iran, and analysts say it has been key to Iranian efforts to evade international sanctions, which the country denies.
How Tech Executives Limit Their Kids’ Screen Time, and Trump’s Race to Finish His Ballroom
Plus, the political emails are coming for you.
Trump’s Ballroom Is Rising at Breakneck Speed: 20 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week
Although the fate of the ballroom is tied up in court, the Trump administration argues that the project is too far along to be stopped now.
Ukraine’s Ex-Defense Minister Calls for Election, Cementing Break With Zelensky
Mykhailo Fedorov, a popular young leader who was fired last month, said Russia should not be allowed to dictate when Ukrainians can choose their next government.
Kyiv’s Dormition Cathedral is Revived after Russian Drone Strike
Volunteers and priests rallied to clean up Kyiv’s Dormition Cathedral, still smelling of smoke from a massive blaze, for an anniversary celebration.
The Left Notches Another Win With This Secret Weapon: Old-Fashioned Organizing
State Representative Angie Nixon scored a stunning upset on Tuesday in Florida’s Democratic Senate primary. Now comes the hard part: running as a progressive firebrand in a red state.
Jessica Williams Discusses Her Emmy-Nominated Role in ‘Shrinking’
The actress has received an Emmy nomination for each season of the Apple TV comedy. She can’t think about winning.
The ‘Betting Coup’ Shaking Up Horse Racing
When several horses wildly outperformed the odds at tracks at Saratoga and the Jersey Shore, bookmakers in London were stung and industry watchers suspected an elaborate plot.
Friendship Is the New Luxury Good
The four-year degree isn’t just an economic signal; it’s become a lifestyle determinant.
CNBC
The U.S. banned Nvidia's best chips from going to China. Now it's trying to close a crucial loophole
Chinese AI firms have reportedly accessed advanced Nvidia computing power overseas, testing U.S. export controls. Lawmakers weigh closing the cloud-access gap.
Amazon to expand drone service to nearly 500 cities after targeting 1 million deliveries this year
Amazon has quietly expanded its drone service to more metro areas in recent months after receiving a key regulatory greenlight enabling longer-range deliveries.
World’s largest olive oil company pops over 15% as rivals circle in takeover battle
Shares of Spain's Deoleo jumped on Wednesday morning amid an intensifying takeover battle for the world's largest olive oil bottler and marketer.
Dollar risks are mounting. Here’s what could weaken the greenback
Currency strategists flag Treasury risk, softer U.S. data and uncertain Fed policy as key factors that could pressure the dollar.
Zelenskyy faces challenge to his wartime rule as former defense chief calls for election
Former Ukraine Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has called for wartime elections, saying Kyiv must restore its democratic process despite the ongoing war.
Iran reportedly weighs attacks on U.S. targets in Europe as UAE severs trade with Tehran
Washington and Tehran are considering next steps after negotiations fell apart, while the UAE has suspended trade with Iran.
Treasury yields pull back from multi-decade highs ahead of FOMC minutes
The yield on the 10-year U.S. Treasury note — the key benchmark for U.S. government borrowing — fell 2 basis points to 4.686%.
China’s backflipping robot maker Unitree pops 542% in Shanghai debut
Unitree Robotics shares rise 542% on their first day of trading in Shanghai
Goldman studied where AI is squeezing labor markets. Here's what it found
Goldman Sachs found that AI is starting to weigh on employment across developed economies.
CNBC Daily Open: Robots rising, tariff turnaround and yield nerves
Chinese robot maker Unitree rises around 500% on its debut day of trade amid continued geopolitical tensions and a bond market rout, keeping stock markets in check.
Washington Post
Russians pull billions from banks, fearing Kremlin will seize deposits for war
Russians are withdrawing billions, causing liquidity problems for banks and undermining the Kremlin’s ability to issue bonds to finance the fight in Ukraine.
U.S. Navy destroyer lost power for 4 days in South China Sea
The ship’s crew lost access last month to drinkable water, running toilets and air conditioning, as the fleet sees heavy use by the Trump administration.
Kushner, Netanyahu make little progress on advancing Gaza deal after meeting
President Donald Trump’s son-in-law and envoy first held rare talks with Hamas’s new leader in Egypt over the weekend in his effort to advance the stalled 15-point plan.
Trump defends his move to cut back U.S.-South Korea military exercises
A day after attributing the decision to a good relationship with North Korea, President Donald Trump also tied the move to South Korea’s refusal to help with the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump threatens to bomb Oman if it ‘gets in the way’
The threat came in response to a question about negotiations between Iran and Oman regarding control of the Strait of Hormuz, according to a reporter.
BBC
Sacked Ukrainian defence minister calls for presidential election
Martial law has been in place in Ukraine since February 2022, under which elections are suspended.
Thunderstorm warnings issued for parts of UK with flash flooding expected
Warnings for northern England, eastern Scotland and Northern Ireland will come into force later on Wednesday.
Welsh FA chief calls for Infantino to step down
Football Association of Wales chief executive Noel Mooney says Fifa president Gianni Infantino should step down.
Apparent human remains found in US reservoir as water levels hit record low
The skeletal remains in Lake Mead include what appears to be a human jaw with teeth attached, a witness says.
Competition for degree apprenticeships quadruples as university costs rise
The popularity of degree apprenticeships has grown as the cost of university has come under increased scrutiny.
Burnham unveils plan to get rough sleepers off streets for Christmas
Rough sleepers in England will be offered housing, in a move likened to the “Everyone In” initiative during the pandemic.
Trainline, Virgin Atlantic and RED Driving School investigated over 'drip pricing'
The consumer watchdog said they were trying to find out if the three companies were not showing full prices upfront to customers.
Jump in energy bills drives UK inflation to highest rate for four months
A 2.9% rise in inflation had been widely expected by economists, with Chancellor John Healey saying the Iran war “continues to impact prices here at home”.
Tennis player Nick Kyrgios suspended after testing positive for cocaine
Nick Kyrgios is provisionally suspended from tennis after testing positive for cocaine.
Kyrgios suspended after positive cocaine test
Nick Kyrgios is provisionally suspended from tennis after testing positive for cocaine.
The Independent
What are gilts and should I buy them? A guide as UK government bonds rise above 5%
Gilts are a low risk way to invest, but inflation can erode their value
Target’s comeback quarter: New merchandise, more shoppers and a $994M tariff refund
Target is reporting its second straight quarter of comparable sales gains, saying a merchandising overhaul under the discount retailer’s new CEO was attracting more customers
Girl fights for her life in hospital after three family members die in beach tragedy
Emergency services believe the family had entered the water to go swimming
Russians ‘withdraw billions from banks over fears Putin will seize deposits for war’
Analysts say that Putin could seize assets if cash is needed for his stalling invasion
Body found at bottom of 2,000-year-old Scottish well deliberately placed there
Such Iron Age burials in northern Scotland are usually rare, researchers say
BBC’s Emma Barnett reveals she’s had hysterectomy ‘I never wanted to have’
The presenter had the procedure just two days before her documentary Fighting Endometriosis aired
Why has inflation shot up and where will it go from here?
Experts are predicting further inflation pain later this year caused by the ongoing Middle East conflict.
Reform civil war intensifies as Farage ally vows to challenge suspension and test if party can ‘tolerate free speech’
Tim Montgomerie says he will make his suspension a ‘test case’ for the party
Boss of National Lottery operator steps down after leading transformation
Andria Vidler will leave her role as chief executive next month after an agreement with UK chairman Justin King.
How much more could my train ticket cost in 2027? We take a look at 10 examples across England
The government has not confirmed what it will do about fare rises in 2027 after previously freezing prices
