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CBC.ca
Man convicted of trying to kill Donald Trump on his Florida golf course gets life in prison
The man convicted of trying to assassinate U.S. President Donald Trump on a Florida golf course in 2024 was sentenced on Wednesday to life in prison, after a federal prosecutor said his crime was unacceptable "in this country or anywhere."
Feds to replace offices combatting Islamophobia, antisemitism with advisory council
The federal government plans to get rid of two key offices combatting religious discrimination, merging them into a single national Advisory Council on Rights, Equality and Inclusion.
Carney’s government is cutting hundreds of environment and science jobs. Here’s what that means for Canadians
Scientists and labour leaders are warning that cuts to Environment and Climate Change Canada could significantly impact the health and safety of Canadians as well as Canada's wildlife and environment.
Washington Post staff laid off while in Milan still hope to find beauty in the Olympics
In the last hours before these Olympics begin, and the flame is lit, and the cheering starts, a smaller, sad drama played out in a little white box of an office in the Main Media Centre in Milan. A sign on the door read: The Washington Post.
Quebec fisherman reels in 244-pound, record-breaking Atlantic halibut — for science
Alain Hamel caught the largest Atlantic halibut ever recorded in the Saguenay Fjord on Saturday. Working with the local Fjord Museum, the ice fishing was part of a scientific project aiming to gain more information about the species.
New Cuba travel advisory urges 'high degree of caution.' Should Canadians worry?
The federal government upgraded its Cuba travel advice on Tuesday, warning Canadians planning to visit the popular Caribbean island that worsening shortages of everything from fuel to food could affect resorts.
Tate McRae receives backlash for supporting Team USA in NBC Olympics ad
Canadians took to social media to share their disappointment about the Calgary-born and -raised singer promoting the American Olympic team.
Attacks on civilians in central and northern Nigeria kill nearly 200
Nearly 200 people have been killed by armed men in separate attacks in remote villages in central and northern Nigeria, a local lawmaker, residents and police said on Wednesday, as security forces searched for survivors and chased the attackers.
Calgary reflects on rejecting 2026 Olympic bid, as legacy of 1988 Games fades
A year-long debate over whether to host the 2026 Winter Olympics dominated headlines in Calgary in 2018. The idea was abandoned after the public voted the idea down in a plebiscite. Now, residents are about to watch the Games they could have hosted kick off on the other side of the world in Italy.
Israeli airstrikes kill at least 24 people in Gaza including medic, 7 children
Wednesday marked another deadly day in the Gaza Strip despite an October truce deal after health officials said Israeli tank shelling and airstrikes killed 24 Palestinians, including seven children.
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Toronto Star
Blue Jays giveaways this season include Addison Barger couch T-shirt while Loonie Dog Nights return
The team will give away a shirt featuring Barger crashing on Davis Schneider's pullout sofa on April 11.
Carney government replacing Islamophobia and antisemitism envoys with advisory council
Prime Minister Mark Carney's government is eliminating Canada's special envoy positions on fighting Islamophobia and antisemitism.
Canada updates travel advisory for Cuba as power outages, disease worsen: 'Exercise a high degree of caution'
Travellers are advised to exercise "a high degree of caution" and remain aware of Cuba's ongoing shortages, including power, fuel, and food.
Carney government rejects Danielle Smith's demand to change how judges are picked
Alberta's premier sent a letter to Prime Minister Mark Carney demanding changes before the appointment of three vacant seats on the Court of King’s Bench of Alberta and for a coming Supreme Court vacancy.
More than 160 police launch raids targeting Hells Angels in Quebec, New Brunswick
The operation targeted an alleged cocaine network as well as a system to control territory to the benefit of Hells Angels biker gang chapters in Quebec.
Activists claims responsibility for Robin Hood-inspired grocery robbery in Montreal
A group called Robin des Ruelles — Robin of the alleys — say about 60 individuals stole thousands of dollars of food from a Rachelle-Bery store.
RECO suspends, freezes accounts of Mississauga real estate brokerages after finding $2.7 million 'unlawfully' disbursed from trust accounts
The Ontario regulator is also proposing to revoke registrations for the Save Max brokerages and two brokers of record.
Here's your Lunar New Year horoscope for the Year of the Horse
The Year of the Horse lands on Feb. 17. See what's in store for your sign in career, money, love, health and more.
Toronto-area average home price drops below $1 million for the first time in five years
TRREB's market outlook for the year closely resembles the dismal year in sales in 2025, which hit a 25-year low.
Washington Post cuts a third of its staff in a blow to a legendary news brand
Staff members in the newsroom were told they would be getting emails with one of two subject lines, announcing that the person’s role has or hasn’t been eliminated.
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Globe and Mail
Pakistani forces take back town from separatist militants after three-day battle
Wave of attacks by Baloch Liberation Army brought Pakistan’s largest province to a near standstill
U.S. pushes for talks with Iran to include Tehran’s missile arsenal and other issues
Negotiations would only centre on nuclear programme, and missile programme is ‘off the table,’ senior Iranian official says
'Puppy Bowl' to feature senior and special needs dogs
The highly rated 'Puppy Bowl XXII' is set to air in the U.S. on February 8. This year, the annual event will feature special needs dogs on Team Ruff and Team Fluff, as well as a senior dog halftime show.
Trump's border czar announces 700 immigration officers to leave Minnesota 'effective immediately'
White House border czar Tom Homan says the administration is withdrawing 700 immigration officers from Minnesota, effective immediately, after state and local officials agreed to turn over arrested immigrants. Still, Homan warned, the mission of mass deportations continues.
Trump administration to withdraw 700 immigration agents from Minnesota
About 2,000 agents will remain on the ground, border czar Tom Homan says
Trump, Colombia's Petro meet in Washington after months of feuding
U.S. President Donald Trump met Colombian President Gustavo Petro at the White House on Tuesday, after months of trading barbs.
Canine caper: Journalist recounts how Greenland sled dog stole camera
When a 360 degree camera went missing during a shoot in the Arctic circle, the AP crew eventually found it among sled dogs they'd been filming with earlier. After the crew recovered the camera, they discovered the dog that had taken it and had also hit record.
Russia has broken ceasefire, snubbed U.S., Zelensky says
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Tuesday that Ukraine was waiting for the United States' reaction to Russia's overnight attack on his country's cities that caused further damage to energy infrastructure.
Penny the doberman pinscher wins Westminster dog show
A Doberman pinscher named Penny won best in show at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in New York Tuesday, netting the U.S. show dogs’ most coveted prize.
I tried curling. It was incredibly difficult.
Have you ever watched curling and thought to yourself, 'that looks easy.' AP tested it out ahead of the Winter Olympics and quickly learned how challenging it is.
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Global News
Canada has no nuclear weapons. After Trump’s Greenland threats, should it?
Wayne Eyre, the former chief of the defence staff, recently said Canada shouldn't rule out acquiring nuclear weapons, but experts and the defence minister dismiss the idea.
Measles alert urges countries to vaccinate more, including Canada
Canada has seen an increase in measles cases with 164 cases — 154 confirmed, 10 probable — as of Jan. 24, 2026. Manitoba is the province with the highest number of cases.
U.S. shoots down Iranian drone along Arabian Sea, military says
A U.S. military spokesperson says the drone was shot down as it was 'aggressively approaching' an American vessel in the Arabian sea.
Tourist trampled to death by elephant in Thailand park, the 3rd human it’s killed
More than 220 people have been killed by wild elephants in Thailand since 2012, according to the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation.
Son of Norway’s crown princess denies rape charges as trial begins
Marius Borg Høiby, the eldest son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, pleaded not guilty to the most serious charges, including the four counts of rape.
Transport Canada is ‘monitoring’ Boeing Dreamliner grounding by Air India
Transport Canada says it is 'monitoring the situation' after Air India said it grounded its Boeing 787 Dreamliner jets over reports of issues with a fuel control switch.
Canada’s Governor General starts trip that will head to Greenland
Gov. Gen. Mary Simon is in Norway for the start of a trip that will also visit Denmark and Greenland, which comes just weeks after U.S. threats to the sovereignty of Greenland.
Russia attacks Ukraine power grid amid record cold ahead of peace talks
NATO's secretary-general said that the overnight strikes raise doubts about Moscow’s intentions on the eve of talks, calling them “a really bad signal.”
Vietnam prepared for possible U.S. ‘war of aggression,’ military doc shows
The original Vietnamese document titled “The 2nd U.S. Invasion Plan” was completed by the Ministry of Defense in August 2024, after Vietnam and the U.S. signed a new partnership.
Death toll of Iran protests mounts as families learn of loved ones killed by regime forces
Iranian-Canadians have been slowly getting word about friends and family injured and killed.
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New York Times
Epstein Helped Woody Allen’s Daughter Get Into College, Emails Show
Bard College’s president, Leon Botstein, agreed to help Woody Allen and Soon-Yi Previn’s daughter after Jeffrey Epstein connected them, emails released by the Justice Department show.
Supreme Court Clears Way for California Voting Map
The state’s Republican Party had asked the justices to step in and block the new congressional maps, which give an advantage to Democrats, before the midterms.
Israel Launches Deadly Strikes on Gaza, Saying Militants Attacked Its Soldiers
Gaza officials said the Israeli airstrikes killed at least 21 Palestinians. Israel said one of its soldiers was critically wounded in the attack by Palestinian gunmen.
Educators Sue to Keep Immigration Agents From Schools and Bus Stops
The lawsuit is challenging a Trump administration policy allowing federal agents near locations such as schools, churches and hospitals.
Melinda French Gates Addresses New References to Bill Gates in Epstein Files
Messages in the latest Epstein files suggesting that Bill Gates had engaged in extramarital sex brought up “painful” memories, his former wife said in an interview. Mr. Gates has denied the claims.
Nurses Face Horrific Violence at Work. We’re Striking to Change That.
Thousands of New York nurses are on strike. They’re demanding protections to stay safe in the face of a wave of workplace violence.
Hochul Chooses Adrienne Adams to Join Her Re-election Ticket
By choosing Ms. Adams as her nominee for lieutenant governor, Gov. Kathy Hochul created the first all-woman major-party ticket in New York State history.
Border Czar Says He Is Pulling 700 Immigration Agents Out of Minneapolis
About 2,000 personnel will be left in Minnesota, where President Trump’s immigration crackdown has generated outrage.
Prosecutor Fired After Voicing Frustration With Immigration Caseload
The prosecutor, Julie T. Le, told a judge that she and her colleagues in the U.S. attorney’s office were overwhelmed by the White House’s immigration operation in Minnesota.
Yair Golan’s Battle for a Two-State Solution and the Future of Israel
To many Israelis, he’s a war hero. To others, he’s a traitor guilty of “blood libel.” Can Yair Golan change politics in Israel?
CNBC
U.S. plans critical mineral price floors with Mexico, EU and Japan
The Trump administration has put critical minerals at the heart of its trade and industrial policies in an effort to reduce dependence on China.
Pinterest CEO rebukes, fires 'obstructionist' employees who created tool to track layoffs
Pinterest CEO Bill Ready lashed out at staffers who created an internal tool to track layoffs at the company, and fired those involved.
Oil prices jump on report that plans for U.S.-Iran nuclear talks are collapsing
President Trump has threatened to launch military strikes on Iran if the Islamic Republic doesn't agree to a deal on its nuclear program.
Trump admin to withdraw 700 federal officers from Minnesota: Homan
The Trump administration will draw down about 25% of its law enforcement officers from Minnesota on Wednesday, border czar Tom Homan said.
AMD’s Lisa Su says demand for advanced chips is still accelerating, as stock plummets 16%
The CEO said that the data center business has risen from the fourth to first quarter and demand for the company's CPUs is "going gangbusters."
Fed's Stephen Miran resigns from White House post
Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Miran has stepped down from his position as chair of the Council of Economic Advisers, CNBC has confirmed.
Uber reports 20% revenue growth in fourth-quarter, but issues soft profit guidance
Uber said revenue in its food delivery business increased 30%, beating analysts' estimates.
Alphabet to report earnings: AI, ad momentum key to the fourth quarter
Wall Street will be looking for more details Google's deal to revamp Apple's Siri virtual assistant with the search company's Gemini AI models.
China ramps up threats over Panama Canal ruling that handed Trump a major victory
The Panama Canal has been thrust into the middle of a power struggle between the U.S. and China, the world's two largest economies.
Private payrolls rose by just 22,000 in January, far short of expectations, ADP says
The U.S. labor market barely budged in January, with hiring below even muted expectations.
Washington Post
Andrew, ex-prince linked to Epstein, moves out of royal residence
Buckingham Palace announced in October that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor would vacate Royal Lodge, though he was photographed there on horseback just this week.
On a paradise island in the Pacific, meth and HIV epidemics rage
International criminal syndicates have been using Fiji as a transshipment point for drugs originating in Southeast Asia and Latin America.
Ahead of the Winter Olympics, Milan wins gold in gentrification
Some advocates say the Winter Games are driving up property prices and exacerbating income inequality.
Russia delivers worst attack this year to Ukraine’s power sector
The president said he persuaded Russia’s Vladimir Putin to stop striking Ukraine’s energy grid during a frigid period, but missiles fell on Kyiv hours later.
The treaty limiting U.S. and Russian nuclear arms is expiring. What to know.
U.S. lawmakers have expressed concern that the end of New START could lead to “a dangerous and costly arms race” between the world’s biggest nuclear powers.
A year after aid cuts, the image of American power shifts under Trump
The Trump administration’s America First strategy has trickled down to what’s left of the government’s humanitarian apparatus, potentially leading to millions of deaths by 2030.
U.S. shoots down Iranian drone that approached aircraft carrier
Officials said the aircraft was “acting aggressively” when it approached the USS Abraham Lincoln, which is in the Middle East amid tensions between Washington and Tehran.
Iran’s killing of protesters reached level rarely seen, emergent count shows
Even in the scale of global attacks on civilians and crackdowns on dissent, the magnitude of Iran’s violence against protesters stands out.
When his family was swept out to sea, boy swam and ran miles to save them
Austin Appelbee is being hailed as a hero after he rescued his family. “I couldn’t feel how tired I was,” the 13-year-old said of his hours-long feat.
Stepson of Norwegian crown prince stands trial on rape, other charges
The stepson of Crown Prince Haakon is accused of 38 offenses, including four counts of rape, domestic violence, assault and drug possession between 2018 and late 2024.
BBC
Winter Olympics: GB's Mouat and Dodds face Norway in curling - watch live
Watch live coverage as the 2026 Winter Olympics begins with Great Britain's Bruce Mouat and Jen Dodds facing Norway in the curling mixed doubles.
'The rebuild of myself' - Wilder opens up on mental health struggles
Former world heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder opens up about his mental health struggles, and says he's now "at peace" before his fight against Derek Chisora on 4 April at London's O2 Arena.
Email appears to confirm Andrew and Virginia Giuffre photo is real
The former prince has previously questioned whether the picture had been doctored and claimed he had never met Giuffre.
Palestine Action protesters cleared of burglary but may face retrial on some charges
The group are cleared of aggravated burglary over a raid at an Elbit Systems warehouse.
Fears of new arms race as US-Russia nuclear weapons treaty due to expire
The New Start treaty has limited the number of deployed strategic nuclear warheads for both countries.
Andrew and Epstein asked exotic dancer for 'sex acts,' legal letter claims
Lawyers for the unnamed woman claim she was 'treated like a prostitute' at Jeffrey Epstein's home.
Man sentenced to life in prison for 2024 attempt on Trump's life
Prosecutors claimed that Routh, 59, remained "totally unrepentant" for the incident in Florida.
Tesco apologises after placing Welsh language signs in Cornish branch
One councillor hopes this is an opportunity for supermarkets to support Cornish more directly.
Saturday Night Live reveals cast for new UK version
Sitcom stars, Taskmaster contestants and familiar panel show faces will appear on the British spin-off.
What's happening and who to look out for as the Winter Olympics begin
What's happening and who to look out for at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina.
The Independent
Labour rebels force Starmer into humiliating climbdown on Mandelson files
Prime minister’s own integrity and judgement under scrutiny as he admits he knew of Peter Mandelson’s ongoing relationship with Epstein – but appointed him US ambassador anyway
Mandelson-Epstein latest: Furious Labour MPs force Starmer into climbdown over files disclosure
Former deputy prime minister Angela Rayner was one of the many Labour backbenchers who rallied against Sir Keir’s amendment
Trump discusses Iran, Taiwan and soybeans with Xi in ‘excellent’ phone call
The two sides are working to find areas of accord heading into an expected April state visit by Trump
Angela Rayner wields the knife that could finish Keir Starmer – but will she take the crown?
Her dramatic intervention in the Commons underlined the PM’s weakness and positioned herself as his successor, writes political editor David Maddox
Study shows particle pollution from wildfire smoke was tied to 24,100 deaths per year in the US
A new study out in the journal Science Advances finds that chronic exposure to wildfire smoke has contributed to tens of thousands of deaths each year in the United States
Firefighters rescue swan stuck in frozen Connecticut river
Firefighters came to the rescue of a swan found stuck in a frozen Connecticut river this week
Pfizer’s experimental weight loss drug shows promise in mid-stage trial
Pfizer acquired the drug’s developer following a bidding war with Novo Nordisk last year
Wes Streeting’s cancer plan is admirable – but it’s not the silver bullet the NHS needs
The government has published a plan with strong promises for NHS cancer care. But will it be a hostage to scientific developments – and is it getting the ‘basics’ right? Rebecca Thomas takes a look
Ex-staffer publicly calls out Nancy Mace’s claim that she doesn’t drink alcohol: ‘The funniest, most brazen lie’
Nancy Mace claimed during a recent Newsmax interview that she can’t consume alcohol because ‘it would literally kill me.’
US Olympians are greeted at Milan's airport with star-spangled Ralph Lauren uniforms
U.S. Freestyle Olympic silver medalist Jaelin Kauf and her teammates have been fitted with their Ralph Lauren uniforms for the Milan Cortina Winter Games
