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CBC.ca

4 dead, 2 in life-threatening condition after car crash in Puslinch, Ont.

Four people are dead and two others suffered life-threatening injuries after a single-vehicle crash in Puslinch — a rural area southwest of Guelph — early Saturday, according to Ontario Provincial Police.

Civilians evacuated from Russian-occupied Oleshky arrive in Ukraine-held territory

Residents evacuated from the Russian-occupied city of Oleshky have crossed into Ukrainian-held territory after a humanitarian mission and localized ceasefire, part of a major rescue operation carried out under the most significant truce since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine more than four years ago.

Youth-led protests sweep across France, Europe for a 3rd weekend

Hundreds of thousands of mostly young protesters took to the streets across France on Saturday in a third consecutive weekend of demonstrations over living costs and education. Youth-led demonstrations were also reported in Germany and Italy.

Parks Canada set to slash warden detachments, officers across national parks

Detachments will be closing in British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Yukon and Northwest Territories. The number of wardens impacted by the decision is unknown, but CBC News has learned at least a dozen positions will be cut.

Number of unqualified Nunavut teachers nearly doubled in 5 years

The number of teachers who have letters of authority in Nunavut classrooms has nearly doubled in 5 years, from around 50 to now over 90. Nunavut's education minister David Akeeagok says he's not concerned about the increase, but the teachers’ union warns of the growing reliance on unqualified teachers.

Drug runner? Arms dealer? The Adeline-C made waves in Halifax and beyond

The Adeline-C arrived in Halifax on Oct. 31, 1981, filled with state-of-the-art equipment, but it was soon abandoned by its crew. It would be years before its role in a complex U.S. drug smuggling operation worth as much as $200 million US became fully known.

Cocaine smuggler could avoid prison as judge fears incarceration would orphan 7-year-old son

A Toronto judge is weighing whether to send a single father to prison for importing cocaine into Newfoundland and Labrador during the pandemic, or find an alternate sentence that could "break the cycle" for his seven-year-old boy.

Bat boxes were supposed to be a safe haven for bats. So why are they killing them?

Manmade homes meant to protect bats from the elements can become deadly in a heat wave, with reports worldwide of mass casualties in an animal population already under threat. But a few tweaks to the houses could help their inhabitants thrive.
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Toronto Star

Suspect wanted in Bridle Path home invasion was treated and released from Toronto hospital, police say

The 23-year-old suspect had "a number of interactions" with Toronto police officers before he was discharged from St. Joseph's hospital on Thursday.

Ontario teacher unions and government to start bargaining in November

Talks are set to start after a labour board ruling, which is expected mid-month.

Inside the fierce fight to be Toronto’s mayor: the ground war, the tight polls and those negative ads

The final days of the Toronto election and the water proposal that dealt a decisive blow to Brad Bradford.

What neighbourhood voting results tell us about Olivia Chow's big mayoral win

Where Olivia Chow won — and who put her over the top.

Canadian students would get access to EU schools under new deal. Here's what we know

Students could get access to exchanges, academic opportunities through participation in the Erasmus+ program.

Windsor’s Sandwich Town is booming as Americans flood in with money and apologies

The opening of new Gordie Howe International Bridge has transformed the community.

Will the U.S. midterms rein in Donald Trump? Why a cheese magnate in New Jersey will be watching closely

In two New Jersey congressional races, Democrats are threatening to flip Republican seats. Ontario goat farmers could suffer if they don't.

Toronto ranks 5th in Canadian party cities

King West topped Toronto's nightlife hotspots in Uber's latest Nightlife Index, while London held on to its title as the country's number one party city.

Loblaw chair Galen Weston says grocers ‘cannot control prices,’ jokes he was ‘traumatized’ by public outrage

The chairman of Loblaw Companies said it's not true that grocers control prices during a talk at the Fairmont Royal York hotel Friday.

Canada and EU sign deals charting path to 'associate member' status

The two sides concluded deals on digital trade, critical minerals and more.
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Globe and Mail

Countries reach COP17 deal to speed up biodiversity action, but money still short

Talks in Armenia oversaw first global review of the Global Biodiversity Framework agreed to in Montreal four years ago

Midterm campaign enters final weekend as Alaska, California ballot fights heat up

Races for 35 Senate and all 435 House seats will decide if Republicans keep control of Congress for Trump’s final two years in office

Iranian envoys meet Qatari mediators as threat looms of U.S. strikes after midterms

Trump has not yet decided whether to launch new strikes against Iran, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says

Kamala Harris urges midterm voters to turn out in droves and punish ‘callous’ Trump

Two years after losing election, former VP still delights Democratic donors and activists with jabs against the U.S. President

Binance replenishes 90% of assets stolen in record hack

Crypto exchange says it has set aside around $6.34-billion of company funds to cover losses

NASA telescope about to plunge back to Earth after 22 years in orbit, failed rescue mission

Swift Observatory is expected to come crashing down on or around Friday and mostly burn up in the atmosphere

Protests grip France for third straight weekend as youth-led rallies sweep Europe

Hundreds of thousands of mostly young demonstrators take to the streets to advocate for better living costs and education

How the midterms could affect Trump’s second term, according to our experts

Readers asked how Americans have reacted to Trump’s policies and what Democrats can do if they gain more ground in the vote

Burnham ‘open’ to formal apology for Britain’s role in slavery, but rules out reparations

From 15th to 19th century, millions of Africans were sold into slavery by European traders, with Britain transporting an estimated 3.2 million people across the Atlantic

SpaceX’s big plans for ‘Starbase Louisiana’ sow intrigue and alarm in rural Cajun country

Proposed launch site has locals worried about the environment, their homes, and a lack of transparency around the project
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Global News

Canada echoes U.S. ‘mass casualty event’ warning for Moscow

The U.S. Embassy in Moscow has issued an alert regarding a threat of a “mass casualty event” at the Tsaritsyno Museum Reserve in Moscow.

‘Associate’ EU membership for Canada not a ‘short-term’ project: expert

Carney said Ottawa and Brussels are working toward the "deepest possible partnership short of accession" that would see Canada become the EU's "first associate member." 

Mushroom killer Erin Patterson can never be released from prison, judges rule

Judges in Victoria dismissed Patterson’s appeal meaning she will spend the rest of her life in prison without the possibility of parole.

Canada needs a ‘good mix’ of new tech like drones, AI: NATO commander

Next week’s federal budget is expected to have more details about how Canada intends to meet ambitious defence spending targets by 2035.

Canada, EU lay out vision for closer ties in ‘dangerous and divided’ world

Canada and the EU are laying out their vision for what a closer relationship looks like in an increasingly “dangerous and divided” where trade has become “weaponized.”

Scottish police probe ex-prince Andrew and Epstein’s Balmoral visit

Police Scotland said in a statement to Global News that the inquiries began after it received “information” and that the probe was at a “very early stage.″

Early voting jumps as millions more Americans vote ahead of midterms

Early voting is significantly outpacing the last midterm election, with millions more Americans casting ballots in advance of tightly contested races.

Will Russia be allowed at the World Juniors? Mixed messages after court ruling

Hockey Canada is seeking clarity on Russia's potential return to the world junior hockey championship, which begins in less than two months in Edmonton and Red Deer.

8-year-old severely injured in wolf attack inside German zoo enclosure

The incident occurred before the regular opening of the Johannismühle Wildlife Park south of Berlin, during a zookeeper day for children.

U.K. police share update on probe into claims against Meghan Markle’s father

Authorities in the Philippines said last week they were investigating Thomas ​Markle Sr. over allegations he possessed child sexual abuse images.
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New York Times

Doctors in Ukraine Try Treating Infections Like Biological Warfare Attacks

As many as 40 percent of injured soldiers face severe infections that can lead to amputations and death. One initiative is trying to fix that.

Iran Braces for More War, No Matter the Outcome of the U.S. and Israeli Elections

With Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu fighting to stay in power and President Trump facing a tough midterm, Iran’s leaders expect no major shift in policy.

Syria Weighs Joining Saudi Mutual Defense Pact as Yemen War Rages

A move to join Saudi Arabia’s agreement with Turkey and Pakistan could entangle more countries in the kingdom’s escalating conflict between the Iran-backed Houthis.

How Binance’s $6.3 Billion Hack Went Down

A war room. A global conference call. A founder who live-posted about the largest crypto heist in history. Inside a frantic 24 hours at the world’s biggest crypto exchange.

How Trump Is Dismantling America’s Scientific Research Machine

The system that has driven life-altering discoveries and helped make the United States a superpower is now under intense strain.

Evacuees Arrive to Safety From Besieged Ukrainian City of Oleshky

A few days of truce allowed the removal of remaining civilians from Oleshky, which continual Russian attacks have made all but uninhabitable.

Talarico Makes Final Election Pitch to Texans: ‘You Are My Slingshot’

The Democratic candidate for Senate has led in polls. But because it’s Texas, he remains the underdog.

The NYC Marathon Is as Popular as Ever. It Remains Inaccessible to Many.

Running has long been celebrated as a cheap and accessible sport. But the culture of racing, especially in New York, is often anything but.

Brace Yourself for an ‘Unusual Election’

Democratic sweep or not, politics are about to change.

Republicans Tried to Turn the Cheesecake Factory Against Democrats. It Flopped.

It’s become screamingly obvious who represents billionaires and unchecked plutocratic power.

CNBC

Binance says 90% of $6.3 billion hack losses are now covered, plans to resume withdrawals Sunday

Binance says it has restored backing for 90% of assets affected by its $6.3 billion hack and is planning to resume withdrawals, subject to security checks.

Qatari mediators held talks in Tehran aimed at restarting direct U.S.-Iran negotiations, source says

Axios reported that Qatari mediators held more than 12 hours of talks in Tehran on Friday to reach a deal to avoid a resumption of American-led attacks on Iran.

How to start an art collection on any budget

A guide to beginning an art collection, including how to research artists, what to buy, and where to connect, from galleries to fairs to auction houses.

Trump promised to slash energy costs — but gasoline, diesel and jet fuel all soared instead

President Donald Trump promised voters who were angry about inflation that he would slash gasoline prices below $2 a gallon in his first year in office.

Trump called out Big Oil profits. Here’s how much their refining earnings have surged since

Trump criticized Big Oil for making “too much money,” but oil majors have since reported surging refining earnings as fuel supplies tightened.

AI is coming to construction sites. But does it make workers safer?

AI is flagging hazards on construction sites, but researchers say evidence that the technology prevents injuries remains limited.

Meta outlook revised downward by S&P on cash flow and capex concerns

Meta has been given a negative outlook by S&P Global Ratings due to the company's hefty capital expenditures and concerns about free cash flow.

Binance loses $6.3 billion in crypto heist—what happens to your money when an exchange gets hacked

Crypto exchanges make it easier to buy, sell and store digital assets, but they come with risks, too.

$6.3 billion Binance hack is largest crypto theft on record

Binance says a security breach impacted about $6.3 billion in assets. The exchange says roughly $3 billion has been frozen and losses will be covered.

Intel stock has worst day since 1970s, wiping about $12 billion off government's stake

Investors are nervous about the massive AI spending from the tech giants and whether that will pay off.

BBC

Maresca's big test is to address mounting Man City issues

Enzo Maresca enjoyed a flawless start as Manchester City manager, winning his first seven Premier League games in charge, but the honeymoon period is now over.

Usyk eyes 'final chapter' at cruiserweight against Benavidez

Former undisputed heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk is eyeing a return to cruiserweight to fight David Benavidez before retiring from boxing, says his adviser.

Ukrainian evacuees reunite with family after years trapped in Russia-occupied city

Oleshky residents had been without food, water and electricity, with many resorting to cooking garden weeds to survive.

Martinez's 'inexplicable' 83 seconds cost Man Utd and Carrick

Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez condemned for costly red card in 2-0 defeat to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.

Healey risks breaking minimum wage promise for younger workers

The Chancellor has suggested that younger workers might not receive the same minimum wage as others before the next election.

Emotional reunions with loved ones for Oleshky evacuees

The BBC's Dan Johnson travelled to the northern Ukrainian border with Belarus after evacuated Oleshky residents arrived in buses and ambulances following a temporary ceasefire.

'It's been killing me!' Celebrity Traitors winners relieved the secret is out

The second series of the hit show reached its finale on Friday, attracting a whopping 11.2 million live viewers.

Crypto firm Binance covers 90% of losses after $6.3bn hack

Two analytics firms say they have robust intelligence pointing to a North Korean state-backed group as the likely culprit.

Everton striker's relief family not home during burglary

The French striker says he is relieved his family were not at home as he played against Newcastle United.

More than 5,000 die from Ebola in DR Congo's deadliest outbreak

Government data shows that more than 10,000 people have contracted the rare virus.

The Independent

Paris police fire tear gas as more than 300,000 march across France in latest anti-government protests

Around 70,000 police are expected to deployed nationwide as France braces for further unrest. Demonstrations have also been held in Germany and Albania

Dozens of arrests made as hundreds attend pro-Palestine Action protest outside US embassy

Police said protesters are ‘essentially meeting to purposefully commit a crime’ as hundreds gather outside US embassy

Over 40% of names on DOJ's 'noncitizen' voter list are not on California's voter rolls, analysis finds

The Trump administration had objected to sharing the list, calling it a ‘fishing expedition’

Ghouls, scary clowns and Barbie: The world dresses up for Halloween, in photos

From ghouls and zombies to scary clowns, Barbie and Little Red Riding Hood, Halloween is bringing out costumes of every kind around the world. Revelers are getting into the spirit at sporting events, Halloween celebrations and even protests.

78-year-old former college professor arrested for blocking delivery robot in protest

‘I was under the impression that I had more rights than the robot did’

Ukraine-Russia war latest: US says grain shortages ‘threatening the world’ in calls for Black Sea ceasefire

Marco Rubio said a ceasefire would not solve the war, but would solve a ‘unique aspect of it’

Putin’s war on Ukraine blamed for 120,000 dead dolphins in the Black Sea

Experts said more than 120,000 dolphins have died since Vladimir Putin launched his invasion of Ukraine in 2022

Daily life around the world, in photos

A look at everyday moments across countries, cultures and communities worldwide.

‘We escaped from hell’: Hundreds of starving Ukrainians return home from Russian-occupied Oleshky under ceasefire deal

Evacuees said they were forced to eat grass to survive food shortages in the town when supplies were cut off. Civilians returned home to Ukraine on Saturday as part of a rare ceasefire agreement, Suha Kidwai reports

Trump sued by Washington DC and Virginia over ‘flagrantly unlawful’ arch project

The administration has said it could break ground on the 250-foot monument in less than a week