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CBC.ca

Live Nation, Ticketmaster vow to fight breakup after monopoly verdict

Live Nation sat down with the CBC’s Dave Seglins in the company’s first feature interview since a U.S. federal jury verdict found the entertainment giant abused its monopoly and overcharged fans.

As AI creeps into telecoms, call centre agents worry they'll be replaced

Some call centre agents at a major Canadian telecom company say they fear for their jobs as AI takes an increasing presence in their workplace. A Telus employee in B.C. says a company requirement to use an AI "co-pilot" on phone calls, part of a suite of AI tools Telus uses internally, has her concerned she's training a system that will eventually take her job.

Why do people still take cruises? Convenience, value outweigh health risks, experts say

By all accounts, the cruise industry is thriving, and tourism experts say they don't see that changing.

Brockville, Ont., police arrest 17-year-old after finding 3 people dead in a home

Police in Brockville, Ont., said a 17-year-old is in custody for three counts of first-degree murder after finding three people dead in a home Thursday.

The personal info of former Alberta premier Jason Kenney may have been exposed by Alberta separatists. He thinks it was no accident

Former Alberta premier Jason Kenney says he is taking security precautions and mulling civil action.

Environmental law changes 'possible' to expedite resource projects: government House leader

The government House leader confirmed on Thursday plans to change regulations and legislation in order to speed up the approvals of major resource projects.

UBC, SFU among thousands of universities affected by Canvas software cyber breach

The University of British Columbia and Simon Fraser University, B.C.'s two biggest universities by student enrolment, say a cyber breach of the Canvas learning software could affect students' personal information.

Separatist activist quits chamber of commerce amid Centurion Project probes

Tim Hoven spoke at several events held by the group at the centre of allegations of abuse of Alberta's voter list.

U.S. says it intercepted Iranian attacks on 3 navy ships in Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. military said it intercepted Iranian attacks Thursday on three Navy ships in the Strait of Hormuz and "targeted Iranian military facilities responsible for attacking U.S. forces," highlighting the fragility of the month-old ceasefire between the two countries.

Tumbler Ridge Secondary School to be torn down and rebuilt after mass shooting, province says

The province says larger, more modular classrooms will be built in Tumbler Ridge in the coming weeks to use while plans for a permanent high school replacement are underway.
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Toronto Star

Couple ‘asked me to keep silent’ about night Liberty Village filmmaker was killed upstairs, roommate tells murder trial

“I agreed. I have no choice,” the roommate testified at the murder trial of Khoa Tran and Isabelle Nguyen.

Assessment of Therme Ontario Place bid cited Aecon as 'construction partner,' but no partnership existed

An Aecon spokesperson said the two companies did discuss a potential collaboration at the time, but nothing was finalized.

Toronto pushes forward on $675-million shelter plan despite lawsuits

Toronto has secured 11 of 20 planned shelter sites as some community groups launch legal challenges over consultation concerns.

Asking rents rise for larger units in Toronto: 'We simply don’t have enough'

Canada’s average asking rent fell 4.7 per cent in April, marking the 19th consecutive month of annual declines, says a new report.

Why this Toronto man is being flooded with requests from Americans about their Canadian ancestors

The Canadian Citizenship Act has opened doors to foreign nationals who want to reclaim citizenship by descent. Archivists are suddenly in demand.

He oversaw development approvals in Markham. Now this former official is accused of pocketing more than $140,000 from a developer

Arvin Prasad denies any wrongdoing as Markham investigates complaint that he moonlighted as a consultant for a developer with a matter before council.

Ontario appoints supervisor to run Conestoga College after audit exposing 'serious mismanagement'

The unprecedented move comes after an audit uncovered an unauthorized severance payment, luxury trips and alcohol-heavy meal claims.

Longtime job trainer for people with disabilities quits Ontario's program

After 40 years providing employment services training to people with developmental disabilities, Community Living Mississauga says it will no longer work under Ontario's job training program.

Parliamentary MAID review is "one-sided" and "flawed," committee member charges

The parliamentary committee tasked with studying an expansion of Canada’s medical assistance in dying regime to people with mental illness has been "one-sided," "flawed" and risks making a recommendation based on a lack of evidence, argues one of its members.

Soccer legend Ronaldinho enjoying Toronto before World Cup test match at BMO Field

Friday night’s Living Legends Match, pitting Brazilian greats against greats from Toronto FC’s past, will function as a test for Toronto Stadium.
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Globe and Mail

Starmer’s Labour Party suffers heavy early losses as Reform gains in British local elections

The party lost support in traditional strongholds in central and northern England, along with parts of London

International Olympic Committee lifts restrictions on Belarusian athletes

Restrictions remain in place for Russian athletes

U.S. trade court rules against Trump’s latest 10% global tariffs, but issues narrow block

U.S. Court of International Trade only blocked the levy on two small businesses and the state of Washington

Polls show Reform UK and Greens set to win big against Labour in British local elections

Thursday vote is seen as a referendum on the stewardship of Prime Minister Keir Starmer

French prosecutors seek charges against Elon Musk, X over child sexual abuse images on platform

Prosecutor also investigating deepfakes, disinformation and complicity in denying crimes against humanity by AI system Grok

EU must fulfill U.S. trade deal by July 4 or face higher tariffs, Trump says

U.S. President threatened to increase tariffs on EU cars and trucks to 25% this week, from 15% currently

Brazilian President Lula visits White House in bid to avert new U.S. trade tariffs

Leaders discussed tariffs, trade, security, critical minerals and organized crime as Lula looks to reset rocky relationship with Trump

U.S., Iran explore short-term deal to end conflict

The U.S. and Iran are edging toward a temporary agreement to halt their war, sources and officials said on Thursday, with Tehran reviewing a proposal that would stop the fighting but leave the most contentious issues unresolved.

Israeli strike kills son of Hamas chief negotiating with Trump-led board

Azzam Al-Hayya is the fourth son of Khalil Al-Hayya to have been killed in Israeli attacks

Rubio visits Vatican to smooth ties after Trump’s criticism of Pope Leo

U.S. State Department said meetings covered the situation in the Middle East and strong relationship between the U.S. and the Holy See
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Global News

Trump’s new 10% global tariffs struck down by U.S. court, but only narrowly

The court only blocked the levy on two small businesses and the state of Washington, and it wasn't immediately clear if other businesses would have to continue paying the tariffs.

Human remains found in dead South African crocodile after ‘dangerous’ operation

Footage of the capture, shared by police, shows an officer and the 4.5-metre-long crocodile hanging from a rope suspended from the helicopter.

Air Canada suspends 4 seasonal flight routes, citing jet fuel costs

Air Canada says four seasonal flight routes will end earlier than previously planned this year due to the soaring price of jet fuel.

Hantavirus risk is ‘low,’ WHO says as 30 more passengers being traced

'I want to be unequivocal here: this is not SARS-CoV-2. This is not the start of a COVID pandemic. This is an outbreak that we see on a ship,' a WHO official said.

U.S. and Iran exchange attacks despite declared ceasefire and peace efforts

The attacks came after Tehran said it was reviewing the latest U.S. proposal to end the war but had not yet reached a decision or communicated with the Trump administration.

Airbus to supply 150 jets to Malaysia’s AirAsia in multibillion-dollar deal

Airbus says the agreement with the low-cost Malaysian airline marks the largest single firm order for A220 planes in the Quebec-based manufacturer's history.

Mexico City nightclub charges Americans $300 cover: ‘This is a political stance’

'It’s very much a response to the many attacks against Mexico from Trump,' the club's owner said in an interview with The Guardian.

Hantavirus strain can spread via humans, WHO says as 62 more feared exposed

The World Health Organization has identified the Andes strain of hantavirus, which can be transmitted from person to person, in passengers who were on the cruise ship.

China calls for ‘comprehensive ceasefire’ as U.S.-Iran war drags on

The Chinese minister’s comments followed an earlier statement by U.S. President Donald Trump that he was pausing his effort to guide stranded vessels out of the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump says he has paused effort to guide vessels from the Strait of Hormuz

The White House did not immediately respond to a request for comment for further detail on the progress in negotiations that Trump mentioned.
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New York Times

GLP-1s and the ‘Wild West’ of Wellness

One in eight American adults is taking GLP-1s. What does that mean for how we relate to our food, bodies and one another?

Sewage Poured Into the Potomac. We Could Have Prevented It.

The American economy and the climate would both benefit from permitting reform.

Late Night Recaps Rubio’s Peacemaking Visit to Pope Leo

Jimmy Fallon joked that President Trump and Pope Leo are putting Marco Rubio, who is Catholic, “in the middle and seeing which parent he goes to.”

Canvas Online Learning Platform Disabled After Breach by Hackers

Most users regained access to the platform hours after a hacking group said it had attacked Canvas’s parent company and breached 275 million people’s data.

Philip Caputo, Who Wrote Blistering Vietnam War Memoir, Dies at 84

“A Rumor of War,” about his service as a Marine Corps infantry officer and published in 1977, relentlessly detailed “the things men do in war and the things war does to them.”

China Sees a ‘Giant With a Limp’ as U.S. Drains Weapons on Iran War

America’s ability to deter China in a war over Taiwan is weakened, Chinese analysts say, giving Beijing leverage in an upcoming summit with President Trump.

Many Russians in No Mood for Celebration on Kremlin’s Biggest Day of the Year

As the country heads into Victory Day, the economy is stalling, internet restrictions are growing and the Kremlin is fearing Ukrainian attacks.

How Energy Prices Are Driving Demand for Solar Panels and Heat Pumps

Already having faced an energy crisis five years ago, more European consumers believe they are “one Trump-ignited war away” from crushing costs.

U.S. to Review Mexican Consulates After Right-Wing Claims Against Them

The State Department said it would review all Mexican consulates in the United States, following claims in conservative media that the consulates interfere in politics.

Jason Meade Found Guilty in Fatal Shooting of Casey Goodson Jr. in Ohio

Jason Meade had been searching for a fugitive when he shot Casey Goodson Jr. in 2020. It is rare for a law enforcement official to be convicted in a killing that occurs on the job.

CNBC

UK bond vigilantes circle gilts as election losses hit PM Starmer

The U.K. is counting votes after an election of local councilors and devolved governments on Thursday.

Asia-Pacific markets mostly fall as renewed U.S.-Iran clashes keep investors on edge

Asia stocks broadly traded lower Friday, as concerns grew over renewed hostilities between Iran and the U.S. amid a fragile ceasefire.

Billion-dollar bets: Global investors chase Indian Premier League to ride booming cricket economy

India is the world’s fastest-growing consumer market, and with cricket commanding near-religious devotion, investors are rushing to own IPL franchises.

Tech stocks could offer their best value in years, analysts say, after stellar earnings season

A succession of strong earnings seasons since then has allowed tech stocks to "grow into" their stock prices.

Trump threatens EU with ‘much higher’ tariffs if no trade deal signed by new deadline

President Donald Trump said he will give the European Union until July 4 to ratify its trade agreement with the U.S.

Toyota fourth-quarter profit misses by wide margin as U.S. tariffs drive 49% slump

The world's largest automaker by sales volume saw a 1.89% year-on-year rise in revenue during the fourth quarter ended March.

Nintendo hikes Switch 2 prices and expects console sales to decline as memory crunch bites

Nintendo said the price of the Switch 2 in the U.S. will rise from $449.99 to $499.99. In Japan, Nintendo will hike the price from 49,980 yen to 59,980 yen.

CNBC Daily Open: Leadership challenge swirls around Starmer

U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing fresh pressure, as his Labour party suffers heavy losses in local elections across Britain.

‘Not a Chance Hormuz Opens’: How Wall Street’s new NACHO trade bets on a prolonged oil shock

Traders are embracing the “NACHO” trade, betting Hormuz disruptions and elevated oil prices will persist longer than expected.

Oil resumes rally as U.S.-Iran fire exchange rattles fragile Hormuz ceasefire

The U.S. and Iran exchanged fire in the Strait of Hormuz, raising fresh fears that the fragile ceasefire between the two countries was unraveling.

Washington Post

Trump says ceasefire is intact after U.S. and Iran exchange fire

The burst of violence cast fresh doubt on efforts by Washington and Tehran to reach a negotiated settlement that would end hostilities.

Aides cite friendly meeting as Rubio aims to mend U.S. ties with Pope Leo

Relations between the United States and the Vatican are at a low point over President Donald Trump’s attacks on Leo, who is a leading critic of the war in Iran.

Authorities scramble to limit hantavirus outbreak, trace contacts around globe

U.S. officials in at least five states — Arizona, California, Georgia, Texas and Virginia — are monitoring symptoms of seven returning passengers.

Israel strikes Beirut suburbs, threatening already shaky ceasefire

The airstrike on the Haret Hreik neighborhood targeted the leader of the Radwan forces, Hezbollah’s elite and battle-hardened fighting unit, Israeli authorities said.

U.S. intelligence says Iran can outlast Trump’s Hormuz blockade for months

A confidential intelligence community assessment delivered to the White House also finds that Iran retains a substantial missile and drone arsenal.

As U.S. blockades Iran, its oil still flows ship to ship an ocean away

Experts say covert transfers at sea are used to obscure the origins of oil that left Iranian ports and the Gulf of Oman before the blockade was imposed.

Grain dispute splits Ukraine and Israel even as they fight allied enemies

Tense relations soured further after Ukraine accused Israel of buying grain harvested by Russia in occupied territory. Meanwhile, Russia and Iran have grown closer.

Trump and Xi set to meet under shadow of Iran negotiations

President Donald Trump wants a lavish welcome in Beijing for a summit with Xi Jinping next week. But the specter of the war in Iran looms large.

Trump threatens intense bombing if Iran peace deal is not reached

As talks continue and proposals are exchanged, Washington and Tehran still disagree on what has been agreed.

Hantavirus-hit cruise ship to head to Canary Islands as Swiss confirm new case

More than 140 people remain on the Hondius, which will take about three days to reach the Spanish archipelago for screening. A local official has criticized the plan.

BBC

South East Water boss quits after thousands of homes left without water

David Hinton faced criticism after outages affected tens of thousands of people in Kent and Sussex.

What early election results show us in maps and charts

See which parties are winning - and losing – across the UK and who’s won in your area, using our interactive tool.

When will we know the full results?

Millions have voted in parliamentary elections in Scotland and Wales, and local elections in England.

Chris Mason: What the results tell us so far

So far, we have a chunk of the results around the parts of England that have had contests and no results yet from Scotland or Wales.

Man charged after allegedly threatening Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor

Alex Jenkinson, 39, of Stowmarket, Suffolk, has been remanded in custody ahead of a court appearance.

John Curtice: First results shows how fragmented UK politics has become

Reform are the winners so far, with more results still to be declared.

The companies making billions from the Iran war

Through surging profits or soaring share prices, the war has been a boon for some firms.

Celebrities send well wishes to Bonnie Tyler as singer in induced coma after surgery

The Total Eclipse of the Heart singer was rushed to hospital for emergency surgery in Portugal on Wednesday.

Football club owners charged with human trafficking

Barrie Drewitt-Barlow and husband Scott are accused of sexual exploitation and rape.

'Like getting the vicar to swear' – Dubois finding his voice

Frank Warren writes in his BBC Sport column about how hard it is to promote both Fabio Wardley and Daniel Dubois for their heavyweight world title fight.

The Independent

Trump insists taxpayers are not paying $1bn for ballroom but are funding his ‘safety’

President Donald Trump says project is ‘ahead of schedule’ and ‘right on budget’ while taking a swipe at his opponents who do not support the costly undertaking

Scottish election 2026: Live results map for every seat in race for Holyrood

Every seat in the Scottish parliament is being contested

Voices: ‘So one-sided’: Readers divided over whether Labour’s rental reforms go too far

Our community is deeply divided over Labour’s rental reforms – with landlords warning the end of no-fault evictions will shrink supply and send rents soaring, while renters say the crackdown on insecure and poorly maintained housing is long overdue

What is hantavirus? Symptoms you need to know after deadly cruise ship outbreak

The sickness starts with symptoms including a fever and chills and can quickly become life-threatening

Foreign doctors left in limbo as Trump lifts hold on immigration applications

One feared he doesn't trust the administration will approve him due to numerous stories about immigrants being detained at appointments

Pope celebrates first anniversary of election with visit to Pompeii to pray at shrine

Pope Leo XIV has marked the first anniversary of his election by praying in Pompeii

Local election results live: Defiant Starmer vows not to quit after Labour lose control of eight councils in Reform surge

Sir Keir Starmer has spoken this morning after Labour lost control of eight councils with pressure intensifying on the prime minister

Rayner, Streeting or Burnham? The favourites to replace Starmer if he’s forced to resign

Sir Keir Starmer has vowed not to walk away but he will face increased pressure after a nightmarish night for the Labour Party in the local elections

Defiant Starmer ‘not walking away’ after Labour suffers disastrous local election results

The prime minister vowed to fight on, saying: ‘Days like this don’t weaken my resolve to deliver the change that I promised’

STV staff walk out on strike on day of Holyrood election count

NUJ and Bectu members have walked out amid a pay row.