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CBC.ca

Liberals will move to take control of House committees with newly secured majority

House leader Steven MacKinnon said in a social media post Tuesday that the Liberals will seek to change the standing orders to reflect their majority in the House and give them the most votes on committees.

B.C. energy minister says northern route for proposed oil pipeline not realistic

B.C.'s energy minister says that a northern route for an oil pipeline from Alberta, which was recently proposed as part of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed with Ottawa, is simply not realistic.

CPAC cuts 15% of its staff and cancels 2 shows amid 'accelerating revenue decline'

CPAC, the Canadian service that provides direct coverage of political events, says declining revenues have led it to cancel two flagship programs, PrimeTime Politics and L'Essentiel.

This Kingston man paid tribute to Gord Downie in the Boston Marathon — it was a long time running

Firefighter Joseph Reid ran the prestigious marathon dressed in silver pants, a Jaws T-shirt, and a grey top hat adorned with a feather — the same outfit the late Tragically Hip frontman wore for his final concert in Kingston, Ont., in 2016.

N.L. arts and tourism minister says she regrets posting image altered with AI to social media

Andrea Barbour made a social media post with a photo of herself in front of The Rooms in St. John’s Tuesday, but something wasn't quite right. A nonexistent logo was in place of the museum's iconic caribou sculpture. The post was met with swift criticism.

6 inmates released mistakenly still at large, Ontario Premier Doug Ford says

Six inmates who were mistakenly released from Ontario's jails remain at large, Premier Doug Ford said Tuesday.

CSIS says it's likely unable to approve early retirements, citing 'operational pressures'

Employees at Canada's spy agency who were hoping to take advantage of the federal government's early retirement incentive appear to be out of luck.

When their son died at 16, this B.C. family mobilized to rebuild the local baseball diamond in his honour

The Taylor family raised thousands of dollars to revitalize and rename a baseball diamond in honour of Hendriks Jon Taylor, who died at 16.

King Charles says late Queen would be ‘troubled’ by today’s world

In a video message, King Charles paid tribute to his late mother Queen Elizabeth on what would have been her 100th birthday, saying today’s world ‘may have troubled her deeply.’

Senators call on Carney to restore antisemitism envoy, step up fight against hate

The Senate human rights committee is calling for more education, better digital literacy and a federal task force on hate to fight a spike in anti-Jewish hate crimes and acts of intimidation.
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Toronto Star

Hidden trail camera found in Milton pointed at homes

Camera footage can be used to "identify opportunities to commit offences when homes are vacant," Halton police said in a news release.

Toronto police officer charged after private databases accessed multiple times

The databases were accessed between June and December 2025, police said. The arrest is not part of police corruption investigation Project South.

Trump media company replaces CEO, ex-congressman Nunes after stock plunge that wiped out billions

NEW YORK (AP) — The Trump business behind Truth Social is replacing a former congressman and big supporter of the U.S. president as leader of the social media platform after a stock collapse that wiped out billions in investor wealth.

First official candidate enters Ontario Liberal leadership race

Liberal officials confirmed Tuesday that Dylan Marando is the only hopeful so far who has met the requirements to be a contender in the Nov. 21 contest.

Toronto eyeing free sports equipment in parks as part of new pilot project

Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities will fund a year-long program to install lockers with sports equipment near playing courts and fields across the city.

Families embrace on Toronto courthouse steps as ‘methodical’ double killer begins life sentence

Canada was international student Kartik Vasudev’s “dream country.” He was taken from us “without fulfilling a single dream,” his grieving parents said Tuesday.

Mark Carney unveils new trade advisory council as critical talks loom

Prime Minister Mark Carney has reached across the partisan divide to reboot a Canada-U.S. trade advisory council as he seeks to reassure Canadians the government has a plan for the critical trade talks ahead.

Toronto Star reporters nominated for CAJ awards

Seven reporters from Torstar publications are being recognized for their reporting in 2025.

Carney government looks at new pipeline along Trans Mountain corridor: sources

A new Alberta oil pipeline following the existing Trans Mountain corridor through B.C. has been discussed inside the federal government, sources have confirmed to the Star, but it could come with its own set of political trade-offs.

Ford government's own research warned against calling speed cameras 'cash grabs' — years before they were finally banned

An MTO research report in 2022 warned that public acceptance of speed cameras is tied to the need for transparency and education.
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Globe and Mail

Trump extends Iran ceasefire as U.S. continues blockade

U.S. President Donald Trump indefinitely extended the ceasefire with Iran on Tuesday, hours before it was set to expire, to allow the two countries to continue peace talks.

Trump administration indicts Southern Poverty Law Center for using informants to track extremist groups

Indictment accuses SPLC of defrauding donors in its use of paid informants to infiltrate far-right organizations

U.S. officials killed in Mexico car crash after anti-drug operation worked for CIA, sources say

Two U.S. officials and two Mexican investigators were killed in the crash after an operation to destroy drug labs of criminal groups, authorities say

Stranded black bear rescued from tree in New York

A black bear was rescued by police from a tree in Albany, New York on Tuesday. The bear tumbled from the tree into a net after it was tranquilized.

U.S. military boards sanctioned oil tanker in Indian Ocean, Pentagon says

U.S. forces have put in place a global warning to track down vessels tied to Tehran

Mentored by Tim Cook, Apple's new CEO John Ternus is a hardware veteran

John Ternus will take over as chief executive in September for Tim Cook, who turned Apple into a US$4-trillion tech colossus during his 15-year run after the death of co-founder Steve Jobs.

Homophobic chant surfaces again in Mexico stadiums as issue looms for World Cup

Soccer’s governing bodies have struggled for decades to eliminate racial and homophobic abuse

Florida prosecutors launch criminal probe into OpenAI related to university mass shooting

Attorney-General investigating interactions between ChatGPT and gunman who killed two people last year at Florida State University

British royals commemorate the life of Queen Elizabeth II on centenary of birth

Britain's royals held a commemorative reception at Buckingham Palace on Tuesday to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth's birth, then King Charles and members of the family visited the British Museum on Tuesday to view the final designs ​for a ⁠national memorial to his mother.
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Global News

‘China is not a solution’ to Canada’s problems with the U.S., Kovrig says

Michael Kovrig said Ottawa's new China strategy is a 'risky play' that will not be viewed well by Washington and could threaten trade talks.

‘Horrible scene’: Vancouver group was visiting Mexico pyramid when shots rang out

A Canadian woman was killed in the shooting, four people were injured by gunfire and two were injured by falls, according to the Mexico State Secretariat of Security.

Iran war could push world into a food ‘catastrophe,’ UN agency warns

If the U.S.-led war in Iran continues, the protracted conflict 'could trigger a cascade of effects similar to the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic crisis,' according to the FAO.

Anand says she asked Israel to investigate killing of Canadian in Lebanon

The family of 38-year-old Windsor, Ont. resident Hassan Haidar says an Israeli drone shot him in the head during its ongoing military campaign in Lebanon.

Elon Musk fails to appear at Paris legal summons over alleged child abuse, deepfakes on X

Elon Musk and Linda Yaccarino, the former CEO of X, were summoned for 'voluntary interviews' with Paris prosecutors following a search at the French premises of X.

Carney mourns Canadian killed in Mexico shooting witness calls ‘horrible’

A Canadian witness said she narrowly avoided being caught in the shooting herself after deciding to turn back from climbing the Pyramid of the Moon moments before.

King Charles remembers his ‘darling mama’ to mark her 100th birthday

During his speech, Charles credited his mother for her long-standing cultural and social influence and the enduring impact of her service.

K-pop mogul behind BTS being sought by police in South Korea

The police confirmed they have asked prosecutors to request a court warrant for arresting Bang Si-Hyuk, the billionaire founder and chairman of Hybe.

Shooting that killed Canadian in Mexico was planned attack, officials say

The shooter was identified as 27-year-old Julio Cesar Jasso of Mexico, a state official told the AP on condition of anonymity because he is not authorized to speak about the case.

Trump says Iran ceasefire extended indefinitely as new talks put on hold

Trump said the move came at Pakistan’s request as he waits for a 'unified proposal' from Tehran, but that the U.S. military will continue its blockade of Iranian ports.
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New York Times

Virginia Passes Gerrymandered Map to Help Democrats in Midterms: 4 Takeaways

Virginia’s approval of an aggressive gerrymander could give Democrats up to four additional House seats as they seek to win back Congress.

Michael Kosta Introduces Former Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer

“It’s always the ones you never heard of,” the late night host said on Tuesday’s “The Daily Show.”

Dave Mason, Songwriter Who Co-Founded Traffic, Dies at 79

The English singer and guitarist wrote mainstays of the classic-rock canon like “Feelin’ Alright?” and “Only You Know and I Know.” He also had a successful solo career.

Man Is Charged With Providing Gun to Louisiana Shooter

The arrest came two days after a gunman carried out a rampage that left eight children dead in Shreveport and injured two adults.

Pope Leo Is Skipping Some of Africa’s Biggest Catholic Nations

As the pontiff arrives in the tiny authoritarian nation of Equatorial Guinea, some Catholics in Africa say they are excited about his visit but are feeling a little left out.

A Year After Terrorist Attack, a Kashmir Town Longs for Tourists

Pahalgam, with steep ravines, grassy hillsides and pine forests, is a base for Hindu pilgrimages that business operators hope will revive visitors.

Two Drugs Stir Hope for Treatment of Deadly Pancreatic Cancer

In separate small clinical trials, two treatments showed promise that they could help patients with one of the most dire diagnoses in oncology.

Here’s Where the National Fight Over Gerrymandered Maps Stands

With Virginia’s vote on Tuesday, Democrats pulled close to even with Republicans, who may have further cards to play in the race to gain extra House seats.

Here’s What the New Virginia House Map Looks Like

Democrats now hold six of the state’s 11 seats in the U.S. House, but the new map could allow the party to win 10 of them.

With $116 Million Gift, National Gallery Will Send Its Art Around Nation

The large contribution from the billionaire collector Mitchell P. Rales is enabling long-term loans to smaller museums in perpetuity.

CNBC

Japan's Nikkei 225 rises to record high in mixed Asia trading as Trump extends Iran ceasefire

Asia markets traded broadly lower, amid deepening uncertainty over the Middle East conflict, even as Trump extended a temporary ceasefire.

European stocks open higher after Trump extends Iran ceasefire deadline

European stocks edged higher on Wednesday as traders assessed the Iran ceasefire extension and the prospect of peace talks.

CNBC Daily Open: TACO truce and a Pacific warning

An extended ceasefire bring optimism back to markets, but the disruption to the Strait of Hormuz has revealed energy fault lines.

CNBC's UK Exchange newsletter: UK defense spending — or lack thereof — haunts Starmer's government

U.K. defense spending has fallen for years but concerns are growing over the threat posed to the country in increasingly uncertain times.

UK inflation jumps to 3.3% in March as fuel prices surge amid Iran war

Fuel prices saw their largest increase for over three years, the ONS' chief economist said.

Oil edges lower after Trump extends ceasefire with Iran

Oil prices edged lower on Wednesday as uncertainty lingered over the trajectory of the U.S.–Iran conflict.

CEO with over $3 trillion under management tells Gen-Z to think past ‘hobby investing’

The comments come against a backdrop of deepening disillusionment among younger investors and rising mistrust in wealth management institutions.

Hormuz is just a ‘dry run’ if China and U.S. go to war in the Pacific, Singapore foreign minister warns

Balakrishnan was discussing the complexities of the U.S.- China relationship from Singapore's perspective with CNBC's Steve Sedgwick at the CONVERGE LIVE event.

Judge dismisses Kash Patel's defamation lawsuit over claim he frequented 'nightclubs'

The lawsuit against Frank Figliuzzi was dismissed a day after FBI Director Kash Patel sued The Atlantic magazine over claims he abused alcohol.

CNBC Daily Open: Trump looks to mitigate tariff, geopolitical blowback

Markets are rising on Iran-U.S. talks, but there remains massive disagreements over the Strait of Hormuz.

Washington Post

Trump extends ceasefire indefinitely as Iran says it won’t join talks now

The announcement came as talks set to take place between U.S. and Iranian delegations in Pakistan were postponed amid uncertainty about the broad strokes of a deal.

U.S. operations against Iran expand to Indian Ocean with tanker capture

The capture of the tanker ship Tifani follows a Trump administration directive to interdict sanctioned vessels believed to be involved in smuggling Iranian oil.

Beijing tightens its grip on AI firms that try to shed their Chinese ties

A Chinese government probe of a Meta-acquired company, Manus AI, reveals what tech workers see as a new red line.

Two CIA officers die in Mexico accident after counternarcotics operation

The U.S. spy agency has significantly expanded its international antidrug work under President Trump and CIA Director Ratcliffe.

Japan lifts post-World War II ban on lethal weapons exports

The change, which allows Japanese companies to sell arms to 17 countries, is a major shift from the nation’s pacifist stance and comes at a time of heightened security concerns in the region.

Fired official says Starmer’s office pushed for clearance of Epstein-linked envoy

The British prime minister appears to be in the sharpest peril of his 21 months in office, after revelations that Peter Mandelson was appointed despite red flags.

How Pakistan learned to speak Trump’s language, becoming an unlikely peacemaker

Pakistan is the key broker in talks to end the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran. But it did not always get along with President Donald Trump and does not recognize Israel.

Iran talks on shaky footing after U.S. seizure of ship in Strait of Hormuz

Iranian officials have threatened to forgo negotiations even as U.S. representatives plan to arrive in Pakistan for the meeting and a ceasefire is set to expire Wednesday.

Israel told people to evacuate Beirut’s southern suburbs — then hit city’s center

The deadly strikes on the Lebanese capital shattered neighborhoods where many people had taken refuge after being displaced by earlier Israeli bombardments.

A new foothold for Moscow in Europe after Bulgaria election

After the defeat of Hungary’s Viktor Orban, the victory in Bulgaria by Rumen Radev will install a new pro-Russian voice within the European Union.

BBC

PM sends 'chill' through civil service, union boss says

The 'chill' follows the sacking of lead civil servant at the Foreign Office Sir Olly Robbins by the prime minister.

World's biggest condom maker set to raise prices due to Iran war

Malaysia-based Karex produces more than five billion condoms a year and supplies global brands like Durex and Trojan.

James shines for Lakers while Wembanyama concussed

LeBron James leads the LA Lakers into a 2-0 series lead over the Houston Rockets, while Victor Wembanyama faces a race to be fit for the San Antonio Spurs' next game against the Portland Trail Blazers.

'Most enjoyable season since Wright years' - how Saints stormed to title

How St Johnstone stormed Scottish Championship title to make immediate Premiership return, with an emphatic start paving their path to glory.

Taiwan president cancels trip after African countries revoke flight permits

Taiwan has accused Beijing of putting pressure on African countries to close their airspace.

50 days until World Cup - pick your favourite kits

BBC Sport has highlighted some of the most interesting kits which will be seen at this summer's World Cup. Pick your favourites.

50 days until World Cup - pick your favourite kits

BBC Sport has highlighted some of the most interesting kits which will be seen at this summer's World Cup. Pick your favourites.

The Papers: 'Starmer on the ropes' and 'Sobbin' Robbins spills the beans'

The papers are dominated by the fallout for the prime minister from the failed vetting of Lord Mandelson for his role as British ambassador to the US.

Tourist finds rare chunk of oldest sea crocodile

The Thalattosuchian's jawbone was a chance find on a guided fossil walk run by a museum.

Man, 77, slapped traffic warden and threatened to 'lump' her

Stephen Doughty became abusive after struggling to use a pay-and-display machine.

The Independent

Hundreds of children subjected to ‘intrusive and traumatic’ strip searches

A report by the Children’s Commissioner Dame Rachel de Souza estimates 377 strip searches took place in 2024

UK inflation rises in March as prices at the pump spike higher after Iran war

Inflation in the U.K. climbed in March, driven by a sharp rise in fuel prices following the Iran war

What to know about the Southern Poverty Law Center and why it is being indicted

What to know about the Southern Poverty Law Center's history and controversies

Trump pushes back ceasefire and launches furious tirade at accusations he is ‘sucker’ for Iran

The extension comes hours after Trump threatened more bombing and that the US military is 'raring to go'

Iran-US war latest: Iranian gunboat fires on container ship in Strait of Hormuz after Trump extends ceasefire

US president vows to continue blockading Iranian ports as Tehran refuses to send negotiators to Pakistan talks

Iranian gunboat opens fire on container ship in Strait of Hormuz

It comes after the US seized an Iranian container ship at the weekend

World’s top condom maker warns of shortages and price increase as Iran war hits supply chain

Karex produces over 5 billion condoms annually and is a supplier ​to leading brands like Durex and Trojan, as well as state health systems such ​as Britain's NHS

Israeli soldier jailed for smashing Jesus statue with an axe in Lebanon

Six other soldiers could be punished for failing to stop the incident or report it

UK inflation accelerates after Iran war drives sharp rise in fuel prices

The rate of Consumer Prices Index (CPI) inflation increased to 3.3% in March from 3% in February, the Office for National Statistics said.

Starmer-Mandelson latest: Labour MPs warn of ‘toxic culture’ in No 10 and turn on PM over vetting scandal

The prime minister is due to face another challenging grilling at PMQs