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CBC.ca
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.’
Mail-order club that promised 12 CDs for a penny pulls its closing announcement
Columbia House, the company that lured millions of customers into mail-order memberships with the promise of 12 CDs for a penny, said it was shutting down after 71 years. CBC News has contacted the company after the notice was removed from its website.
ZZ Top drummer Frank Beard dead at 77
Frank Beard, the drummer for the Texas boogie-rock trio ZZ Top who kept the tempo for the band's biggest hits like Sharp Dressed Man, Legs and Gimme All Your Lovin,' has died.
Family of toddler who died in fall from Toronto highrise sues building owners, management
The family of a toddler who fell to her death from a highrise apartment in North York in May is suing the building owners and its management for millions in damages.
ABC sues U.S. broadcast regulator over early licence reviews, calling it an 'existential threat'
Further escalating its battle with the Trump administration, ABC on Tuesday took the rare step of suing the Federal Communications Commission on First Amendment grounds, saying the agency's demand for early review of broadcast licences posed an "existential threat" to its operations.
Alberta sex assault victim tells sentencing hearing she forgives attacker
Four years after she fought off Richard Mantha’s brutal attack and ran for her life, Aimee Ert is speaking out — with her name attached — for the first time.
Flight attendants and pilots have highest risk of dying from radiation-linked cancers, study says
Commercial pilots and flight attendants face higher odds of dying from radiation-linked cancers than hundreds of other professions, a landmark study suggests. Researchers point to high-altitude cosmic rays, raising calls for better awareness and tailored health screenings.
Man convicted in woman's 2017 trailer hitch death in Thunder Bay, Ont., granted full parole
Brayden Bushby, who was convicted of manslaughter in the 2017 death of Barbara Kentner in Thunder Bay, Ont., has been granted full parole with conditions. The decision was made by the Parole Board of Canada (PBC) on Thursday, according to documents provided to CBC News on Tuesday.
Remains of 3rd missing person found at same property near Ottawa
Provincial police say they have found a third set of human remains at a property near Smiths Falls in eastern Ontario. They have identified the latest remains as Lawrence Bertrim, who was last seen in 2022.
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Toronto Star
MPP says she's catching up on fundraising after late entry into Liberal leadership race
While her donations are not yet reported officially on the Elections Ontario website, MPP Stephanie Bowman (Don Valley West) says she has topped $200,000 for her bid to win the Nov. 21 contest.
Why Nate Erskine-Smith is jumping into Toronto's council race in Beaches—East York after a turbulent exit from federal politics
Former Liberal MP Nate Erskine-Smith is running for Toronto City Council to represent Beaches—East York.
Third set of human remains uncovered at property in Smiths Falls, Ont.: police
SMITHS FALLS - Provincial police say they have uncovered a third set of human remains belonging to a missing person at a property southwest of Ottawa.
Peel police sign 'first-of-its-kind' pact with Human Rights Commission to implement dozens of anti-racism recommendations
The agreement between the service, police board and commission will see a new independent oversight process to help drive "meaningful, measurable change" against systemic racism.
Mark Carney's Liberals would win election despite tariff turmoil, polls suggest
According to The Signal, the Star's poll aggregator, the federal Liberals would win with 43.8 per cent of the popular vote if an election was called today.
Businesses who'd been facing the threat of a 50 per cent U.S. tariff were already feeling some pain
Just the threat of the new tariff is already spooking U.S. customers, says one expert. 'People don't want to get caught out if they'd suddenly have to pay 50 per cent more.'
Fighting an $8-million tax bill, Maple Leafs star John Tavares details the negotiations behind his 'lucrative' 2018 free-agent deal
The Canada Revenue Agency says the Leafs star owes $6.8 million plus $1.2 million in interest in taxes over his 2018 signing bonus.
Businesses say their survival is on the line as deadline looms for Donald Trump's 50% tariffs
Collective Arts Brewing CEO says tariffs would force him to shut down beer exports to 10 U.S. states — or start up American production operations
Hayden Panettiere's on-and-off boyfriend was at apartment where she died, police report says
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) — Hayden Panettiere's on-and-off boyfriend Brian Hickerson and his brother Zach Hickerson were at the South Carolina apartment where the actor died over the weekend, according to a police report released Tuesday.
Frank Beard, drummer of boogie-rock trio ZZ Top, dies at 77
Frank Beard, the drummer for the Texas boogie-rock trio ZZ Top who kept the tempo for the band’s biggest hits like “Sharp Dressed Man,” has died.
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Globe and Mail
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
Drought and heat: Twin woes punishing Europe’s economy
Climate change is not just an environmental issue; it’s a business and industrial issue too
Bereaved parents speak out ahead of Meta trial in California
Opening statements are set to kick off Tuesday in a pivotal trial for Meta Platforms in a California federal court, where states are seeking billions of dollars in damages for social media harms to children.
ESPN co-founder Bill Rasmussen dies at 93
He died at his Florida home from the effects of Parkinson’s disease
Lindsay Clancy was ‘begging for help’ before killing her children, former mother-in-law testifies
Trial centres not on whether Clancy killed her children, which her lawyers do not dispute, but on her state of mind at the time
Flight attendants and pilots at highest risk of dying from radiation-related cancers, study shows
Researchers found flight attendants had about 50% higher odds of dying from a radiation-related cancer than the general working population, and pilots had about 36% higher odds
LeBlanc says the 'job is not yet done' after meeting to defer Trump’s latest tariffs
Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc says talks with his American counterparts will continue after a meeting with U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick as the deadline closes in on deferring hefty tariffs.
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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
Tariffs on Hold as Trump Claims Deal With Canada Is Near
President Trump announced a three-day delay on imposing 50 percent tariffs in a social media post on Tuesday night, roughly 90 minutes before the 12:01 a.m. deadline.
Natalie Harp, Trump’s Most Devoted Aide, Is Always by His Side. What Exactly Does She Do?
President Trump’s White House aide Natalie Harp is always by his side. What, exactly, does she do?
Haitians in Springfield Hunker Down as ICE Begins Detentions
Federal agents have begun detaining Haitians in the Ohio city, signaling an increase in ICE activity that has panicked the community and kept many from leaving home.
Cory Mills Loses Republican Primary Amid Assault Allegations and Ethics Investigation
Mr. Mills, who is under investigation by the House Ethics Committee and has faced allegations of assault and threatening behavior toward women, lost to Ryan Elijah, a former TV news anchor.
Byron Donalds Wins Republican Nomination for Florida Governor
Mr. Donalds, a conservative congressman with the backing of President Trump, seeks to become the state’s first Black governor.
California Passes New Rule Regulating Replacement Car Tires
The rule to require efficient replacement tires was praised by environmentalists. But manufacturers warned that the change would hurt American companies and increase tire prices.
Judge Orders New Oversight of Immigrant Children’s Detention
After reviewing claims of persistent safety and sanitary failures, the court named two experts to monitor detention conditions across several facilities.
Threatening Friends and Courting Enemies in Trump’s ‘Upside-Down World’
The president’s hostility to allies like Oman, Canada and South Korea, and his affection for adversaries like North Korea, may still shock some. But it comes as little surprise after a decade of upheaval.
Frank Beard, Beardless Drummer for ZZ Top, Dies at 77
The only member of the Texas power trio without a beard, he propelled the band’s blend of boogie, Southern rock and blues for more than a half-century.
Boyfriend Who Abused Hayden Panettiere Had Returned to Her Life
Despite the actress’s efforts to move on from a turbulent relationship with Brian Hickerson, they were together when she went into cardiac arrest and died.
CNBC
Trump pauses 50% scheduled tariffs on Canada for three days, announces 'deal' with Ottawa
Trump has already imposed a variety of tariffs on Canada and its specific exports, including metals, lumber and auto parts.
Seoul, Washington to halve joint drills as Trump reportedly seeks summit with North Korea's Kim
Seoul, Washington to halve joint drills as Trump reportedly seeks summit with North Korea's Kim
China’s backflipping robot maker Unitree pops 542% in Shanghai debut
Unitree Robotics shares rise 542% on their first day of trading in Shanghai
California AG Bonta says case against Meta is about 'restitution and distortion,' not damages
Following opening arguments in the case against Meta, California Attorney General Bonta said the trial is not about extracting a massive payout.
CNBC Daily Open: Trump puts 'open' sign on Hormuz. But traffic is barely trickling
The reality in the Strait of Hormuz looks a bit different. U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed that the critical waterway is open, but no one is buying it.
What Chinese liquor maker Moutai's slump says about the country's economy
Kweichow Moutai's half-year report showed a rare drop in net profit, following the first annual drop on record.
Nukes all around? A fraying U.S. nuclear umbrella is pushing allies to weigh defense options, raising risk of a proliferation cascade
As countries take more responsibility for their own defense and nuclear states step back from arms-control commitments, the question of proliferation arises.
30-year Treasury yield tops 5.33%, new 19-year high, on inflation and spending concerns
Long-dated fixed income hit their highest level in almost two decades amid a worsening U.S. fiscal situation and persistently higher inflation.
Trump says no talks scheduled with Iran as he teases action in Hormuz Strait
Trump insists the U.S., not Iran, is in control of the strait, even though transiting vessels continue to come under attack and few attempt the crossing.
Apple overhauls Europe app store fees to resolve payments clash
The iPhone maker said the changes "resolve" disagreements with regulators stemming from the implementation of Europe's Digital Markets Act.
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
Witness gets combative in Tupac murder trial - 'I don't want to send him to prison'
The witness said he had little love for the man on trial for the rapper's murder, but refused to answer questions that he thought would send Duane "Keffe D" to prison.
Chinese robotics giant Unitree soars in stock market debut
Shares in the world's biggest humanoid robot maker started trading on Shanghai's Star market on Wednesday.
Fire engulfs Bermondsey waste centre
About 100 firefighters are tackling the blaze at a recycling centre on Landman Way.
Suspended Reform UK member vows to fight to remain in party
Tim Montgomerie says his appeal will be a test of whether the party can tolerate free speech.
Sacked Ukrainian defence minister calls for presidential election
Martial law has been in place in Ukraine since February 2022, under which elections are suspended.
US condemns 'unnecessary escalation' after Israeli airstrikes on Syrian airbase
Damascus called the attacks "an unjustified act of aggression" that imperilled regional security.
How one man gets new laws passed - again and again
Ron Bailey has been quietly changing the law for the past 40 years - how does he do it?
Deaf patient given wrong jab due to sign language error, report says
An ombudsman report says disabled people are being let down by a lack of accessible communication methods.
Is another UK heatwave on the way in September?
Some long range forecasts are suggesting autumn could be hotter and drier than average. Simon King explores whether a warm spell might be on the cards.
Harvard agrees to pay millions after morgue manager sold body parts
Harvard Medical School has agreed to pay $53 million to families who alleged the school mishandled the donated remains of loved ones.
The Independent
Trump has said ‘much more sleazy’ things than Ossoff’s jibe about aide, Fox News star admits
‘To suggest that Trump surrounds himself with attractive women, yeah, I think he’s done that his whole life,’ Jesse Watters said
Once shaped by court rituals, China’s imperial cuisine lives on today
A restaurant in Beijing is preserving culinary traditions associated with China’s imperial court, from pastries once served to emperors to techniques passed down through generations of chefs
Iran-US war latest: Trump claims Strait of Hormuz is open with all mines removed after declaring it ‘new US territory’
Negotiations between the parties remain deadlocked as the waterway remains largely closed
Florida killer’s final words revealed as he’s executed for estranged wife’s murder
William Frances Silvia is the 13th prisoner put to death this year in Florida
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Trump AG Todd Blanche wants to give felons back their guns
Some groups will still be barred from relief, including violent felons and convicted sex offenders
After deadly floods in India's Assam, experts call for better warnings and long-term planning
More than 100 people have died in floods in India’s northeastern Assam state which government officials say is the worst the climate vulnerable region has seen in six decades
South Korea says the South Korean and US militaries have agreed to shorten their drills
South Korea says the South Korean and U.S. militaries have agreed to shorten their drills at the U.S.'s request
The one middle age health rule that can keep you working for longer, experts say
To evaluate the impact of rest on career duration, researchers in Finland examined data from individuals aged 50 to 68
Penn State frat house at center of cocaine trafficking ring revealed on TikTok hours after bust
State officials accused current and former Penn State students of packaging cocaine at fraternity houses and then selling it to their peers
Ex-Fauci adviser pleads guilty to plotting to conceal COVID-19 research records during pandemic
A former senior adviser to infectious disease expert Dr. Anthony Fauci has pleaded guilty to plotting to conceal federal records related to research on the origins of the deadly COVID-19 pandemic
