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CBC.ca

No cross-border ceremony for Gordie Howe bridge in light of U.S. trade threats: minister
Canada will celebrate the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge this week, the federal minister of infrastructure said Tuesday— but there will not be a celebration with the United States.

Sobeys' parent company vows change to practice that blocked competing stores
One of Canada's major grocers has announced a new approach to competition around the land where its stores are located.

Conservation officers protect beached belugas in Churchill, Man., until tide returns
Manitoba Conservation officers Vitalii Skrynnyk and Owen Jones are relatively new to Churchill, but they already have a whale of a tale.

Zelenskyy replaces head of Ukraine's army amid calls from protesters to do so
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Tuesday fired Gen. Oleksandr Syrskyi as commander-in-chief of Ukraine's armed forces and named his replacement, following days of mass protests in Kyiv, the country's capital, and other cities nationwide demanding his removal.

Kaylee Hottle, deaf Godzilla actress, killed in car crash at 18
Kaylee Hottle, a deaf actress best known for her starring role in two Godzilla films, died in a car crash in Maryland early Tuesday morning, the Frederick County Sheriff's Office said. She was 18.

Beastie Boys' Mike D to play first Canadian shows since 2007
Mike D of the Beastie Boys is set to tour for his upcoming solo debut, Thank You. The tour, which includes shows in Toronto and Vancouver, will be the first by a member of the iconic rap trio since MCA's death in 2012.

Nunavut MP cedes control over firm earning thousands from the government
NVision Insight Group Inc., an Ottawa-based Indigenous management consulting firm, has earned hundreds of thousands of dollars in sole-sourced contracts from the federal government since 2021. Lori Idlout has placed her interest in the company in a trust.

Canada fields star-studded team at downsized Commonwealth Games
Canada has sent a star-studded team to the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, but there are fewer medals on the table for all countries.

Doctor at Toronto's Hospital for Sick Children charged with possessing, accessing child sex abuse material
A doctor at Toronto's Hospital for Sick Children has been arrested and charged with possessing and accessing child sexual abuse and exploitation material, police say.

Does it really matter how you watch The Odyssey? Film-lovers are divided
Director Christopher Nolan's decision to shoot all of The Odyssey with IMAX 70 mm film cameras has people arguing about the best way to see the film. But the "best" way to watch isn't an option for many people.
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Toronto Star

Canada no longer celebrating opening of Gordie Howe Bridge with U.S.
Canada will not be celebrating the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge with the U.S. in light of Donald Trump's latest tariff threats

Mark Carney backs provincial bans on U.S. booze as new tariff threat looms
The 30-day warning of new tariffs from U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration has thrown a wild card into the annual conference of premiers and territorial leaders.

Toronto cop charged in Project South corruption probe pleads guilty to two counts
Const. Derek McCormick's conviction marks the first resolution of cases against the seven Toronto officers charged in the Project South.

Donald Trump says Canadians 'need us to survive.' Doug Ford says Americans 'need to feel the pain' from tariffs
Prime Minister Mark Carney said he spoke with Trump following Monday's announcement that the U.S. plans to impose more tariffs on Canadian goods.

SickKids doctor charged with possession of child sexual abuse materials
Police said "at this time" they do not believe the material was related to the doctor's practice.

‘The Odyssey’ has been the target of racist and transphobic criticism. Here’s how the filmmakers and actors responded
Decoding the movie's seven biggest talking points.

Trump's new tariffs signal CUSMA may no longer protect Canadian trade, experts warn
New U.S. tariffs target just five per cent of Canadian exports, but experts warn they set a dangerous precedent by undermining CUSMA's trade protections and investor confidence.

Watch: Lightning zaps the CN Tower; Toronto under severe thunderstorm watch, flood outlook
A severe thunderstorm watch is hanging over the city, with up to 50mm of rain expected and strong wind gusts.

Why Donald Trump's wildfire tariff threats must now be taken seriously
The U.S. threat should be taken seriously in the wake of Monday’s provocative decision to impose 50 per cent retaliatory tariffs on Canadian goods.

Women are living longer than men — but not necessarily better. A study of 6,000 Canadians shows what they face after 50
Study by the National Institute on Ageing finds women are living an average of 4.4 years longer but face inequalities.
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Globe and Mail

Iran war has cost U.S. $37.5-billion so far, Hegseth estimates in Senate hearing
U.S. Defense Secretary provides new estimate as he makes new funding request at fiery hearing
Zelensky names replacement military chief after mass protests in Ukraine
Major General Mykhailo Drapatyi takes over as Ukraine’s commander-in-chief, while Zelensky also offered a new post to former defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov

U.S. Senate committee advances Jay Clayton’s nomination to lead intelligence agencies
Narrow 9-8 approval sets up a floor vote on Clayton’s nomination, potentially early next week
U.S. anti-discrimination agency proposes ending employer reporting of race, sex data
Companies have been required to annually submit data on the race and sex of their employees since 1966
Israel builds earthen barrier inside Gaza Strip, further dividing Palestinian territory
The Israeli military is quietly but quickly building a giant earthen barrier separating the over 50% of the Gaza Strip it controls from the rest of the territory, according to satellite imagery, further entrenching the division of the tiny Palestinian enclave.

France adopts sweeping social media ban for children under 15
France becomes first EU country to approve a blanket ban as concerns grow worldwide over harmful effects of digital content on kids
Murdered British politician Ann Widdecombe was hit repeatedly with hammer, prosecutor says
Joshua Kerry was charged Monday while in custody after being arrested on suspicion of murder and acts of terror
India’s youth-led ‘Cockroach’ protests continue a day after violent clashes with police
Movement demands educational reforms and government accountability, representing a rare public challenge to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government

Israel is building a giant earthen barrier inside Gaza, further entrenching its division
Barrier separates the over 50% of the Gaza Strip it controls from the rest of the territory
How does a Houthi blockade in the Red Sea hit energy markets?
Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis will impose a maritime blockade on Saudi Arabia, they said on Monday, further throttling a global energy market already greatly restricted by Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
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Global News

Canada set to join European fighter jet program as an observer
Defence Minister David McGuinty, who is in the U.K. for a major international air show, has said the government is interested in learning more about the Global Combat Air Program.

Tate brothers fight extradition to UK after arrest on sex crime charges
Social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate appeared in federal court Monday for the first time since their arrest on Saturday and are being held in federal detention.

UK police charge man, 28, with murder of late politician Ann Widdecombe
Joshua Kerry was charged after more than a week in custody on suspicion of murder and acts of terror. Police are continuing to investigate his motive.

Iran-backed Houthis say they will block Saudi shipping at Red Sea gateway
Yemen's Iranian-backed Houthi rebels on Monday announced they are imposing a maritime embargo against Saudi Arabia in retaliation for a blockade.

Andy Burnham sworn in as new U.K. prime minister, replacing Keir Starmer
Burnham returned to Parliament in June by winning a risky special election and was sworn in as a member on July 12, hours after the unpopular Starmer announced his resignation.

U.S. strikes Iran over troop deaths as campaign against Tehran continues
Step by step, the U.S. and Iran have returned closer to all-out war as last month's interim deal meant to permanently end the fighting has crumbled.

Accused Bishnoi gang associate agrees to deportation order
Sahibjot Singh is the latest of dozens of Indian nationals to face deportation for their involvement in extortion gangs.

Laos charges in deadly tourist methanol poisoning not harsh enough: parents
Holly Bowles and Bianca Jones, 19, died after they were served tainted alcohol laced with methanol at the Nana Backpacker Hostel in November 2024.

Cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to lettuce at Taco Bell, Mexico supplier
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said shredded lettuce from a single supplier in Mexico was sent to Taco Bell in five U.S. states.

Major earthquake off Mexican coast triggers tsunami threat
A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck near the coast of Mexico's southern state of Chiapas on Friday, triggering a tsunami warning.
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New York Times

Error Led to 400 Noncitizens Voting, New Jersey Governor Says
A 2023 software glitch at the state’s Motor Vehicle Commission led to roughly 6,600 noncitizens being registered to vote during the Murphy administration, Gov. Mikie Sherrill announced.

Zelensky Removes Ukraine’s Top General
Also, the Pentagon estimates the Iran war has cost $37.5 billion. Here’s the latest at the end of Tuesday.

Meet Jimothy, the Seattle Raccoon Who Is Taking Over the Internet
The stout raccoon, which has a spinal condition, is “an example to all of us that you don’t have to be perfect to be loved,” a Seattle City Council member said.

Tornado Watch Issued for New York and Other Northeast Areas as Storms Bring Heavy Rain and Winds
New York was under a tornado watch, and forecasters warned that flash flooding was possible into the evening.

Troy Jackson Tightens Hold on Democratic Senate Nomination in Maine
State Democrats released a ballot for their nominating convention on Saturday that includes Mr. Jackson and two long-shot candidates with little public support from delegates.

Zelensky Dismisses Ukraine’s Top General After Protests
The move followed the firing of a popular defense minister, who had clashed with the general over how to fight the war.

Trump Officials Withhold $1 Billion in Medicaid Funds From California and Minnesota Over Suspected Fraud
The administration accused California and Minnesota of fraudulent activity in their public health insurance programs.

OpenAI Says Its A.I. Models Went Rogue and Attacked a Digital Library
The incident, which targeted the computer systems of another company called Hugging Face, happened while OpenAI was testing the systems.

Mamdani’s Version of DOGE Tries to Put a New Spin on Efficiency
The mayor’s version has sought to include public input as it formulates changes to the New York City Charter aimed at streamlining the government.

Call the Veep, Agent Mulder!
Have the “space Jews” come to get us at last?
CNBC

Super Micro surges 15% on new order and margin disclosure after SpaceX announcement
Many server makers are seeing faster growth as companies race to deploy artificial intelligence servers.

OpenAI appoints two new members to board of directors
OpenAI appointed longtime financial executives David Vélez and Robin Vince to its nonprofit and for-profit boards.

OpenAI, Anthropic boost lobbying as legacy tech and defense spending slips
The two AI developers spent a combined $3.17 million in the second quarter, up 23% from the first three months of 2026.

Nebius stock surges nearly 19% as Nvidia discloses significant stake in neocloud
Nvidia said it would invest $2 billion into Nebius in March.

GM beats on earnings, raises guidance amid 'resilient' consumer, pricing
GM raised several key earnings forecasts after beating Wall Street's second-quarter expectations as its North American operations continue to drive results.

Treasury yields edge higher as investors map geopolitical risks
U.S. Treasury yields were higher across the curve on Tuesday as investors mapped escalating tensions across the Middle East.

Boeing and Airbus prepare for next narrow-body battle – but airlines aren’t pushing for new jets yet
Boeing and Airbus are preparing their next narrow-body jets, but airlines and investors remain focused on production, deliveries and current aircraft.

IRS chief Frank Bisignano dismisses JPMorgan spying allegations
Bisignano denied allegations The Wall Street Journal reported that he surveilled his colleagues while working at JPMorgan more than a decade ago.

Bessent says U.S. could sanction China over AI model 'theft'
Chinese open-weight models are gaining steam against leading offerings from American companies like OpenAI and Anthropic.

Trump imposing 50% tariffs on certain Canadian goods over alleged trade discrimination
Canada's relationship with the U.S. has frayed amid Trump's tariff-heavy agenda and vocal displeasure with the nations' trilateral trade pact with Mexico.
Washington Post

Zelensky ousts Ukraine’s military commander as major shake-up continues
The dismissal of Gen. Oleksandr Syrsky came days after the Ukrainian president fired Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.

Hegseth faces bipartisan scrutiny as Iran war escalates
Some lawmakers seeking clarity on the Trump administration’s strategy for the conflict appeared frustrated as the Pentagon seeks billions in additional wartime funding.

Trump meets with Lebanese leader, pledges support for peace efforts with Israel
The event marked the White House’s latest attempt to broker an Israeli pullout from southern Lebanon, where Israel has been fighting Hezbollah.

Nearly 100 U.S. troops injured in last two weeks of Iran war, Pentagon says
An intensifying cycle of violence has left at least three U.S. service members dead since the resumption of hostilities a week ago.

A U.K. prime minister takes charge promising to empower local officials
Andy Burnham, until recently the mayor of Greater Manchester, promised to create a “circuit breaker” moment in the cycle of failure and cynicism that have plagued British politics for the past decade.

Trump says he will impose 50 percent tariffs on Canadian goods in 30 days
The president said the levies will take effect in 30 days unless Canada drops what the administration called “discriminatory” trade barriers against U.S. products.

Ukraine bombs warehouses, targeting Wildberries — Russia’s version of Amazon
Ukraine’s long-range drone attacks, including strikes this weekend on e-commerce warehouses, have undercut the Kremlin’s efforts to shield most Russian citizens from the war.
BBC

Bournemouth reject £64m bid from Chelsea for Scott
Bournemouth reject a £64m bid from Chelsea for Alex Scot after the midfielder turns down a new contract amid growing Premier League interest.

Littler throws nine-darter in superb Matchplay win
World number one Luke Littler throws a thrilling nine-darter as he books his place in the quarter-finals of the World Matchplay with a 11-8 win over Nathan Aspinall.

Chelsea sign Morgan Rogers for British record transfer fee of £117m
Chelsea's £117m move for Aston Villa midfielder Morgan Rogers is a genuine transfer window shock - so how did they do it and what does it mean for the rest of the squad?

Chelsea sign £117m Rogers - what will he bring?
Chelsea's £117m move for Aston Villa midfielder Morgan Rogers is a genuine transfer window shock - so how did they do it and what does it mean for the rest of the squad?

Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar set to become a minister in Burnham's government
It would mean Sarwar leaving the Scottish Parliament and his leader role, then taking up a seat in the House of Lords.

Burnham tells cabinet to tackle living costs at first meeting
The new prime minister chaired his first cabinet after announcing a cut to VAT on household electricity.

Zelensky sacks Ukraine's top army commander after days of protests
Oleksandr Syrskyi is dismissed after backlash over the removal of popular Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.

'They want us gone' - Man Utd fans' fury over ticket ultimatum
Fans tell BBC Sport that a crackdown on touting is affecting some of the club's most loyal fans.

Russian warship carried out firing exercise off Plymouth coast
The Neustrashimy's live-fire exercise took place in international waters and lasted for 30 minutes.

Lebanese army says troops deploying in 'pilot zone' after Israeli withdrawal
A US-brokered agreement should see Israeli troops pulling out of a small part of Lebanon occupied during their conflict with Hezbollah.
The Independent
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky names new commander-in-chief and vows ‘deep strikes’ on Moscow will continue
President sacks armed forces head after days of street protests calling for him to go

More than half of children in ICE immigration courts are representing themselves, DOJ data shows
More than 750,000 children are facing deportation under Donald Trump’s administration

Mexican man killed running from ICE was tourist with valid visa: reports
Jairo Coronilla Durán, 28, was fatally hit by a tractor-trailer in St. Augustine last Tuesday while running from immigration agents, reports say

2 married couples from Honduras were among 5 adults who drowned in an Ohio river
Honduran authorities have confirmed that four of the five people who drowned in an Ohio river over the weekend are Honduran citizens
UK humanitarian worker in London hospital after ‘potential exposure to Ebola’
There are currently no confirmed cases of Ebola in the UK, the UKHSA has said

Arson charge lodged against ex-Army soldier in fiery attack on Manhattan federal building
A federal magistrate judge has ordered detention for a former Army soldier facing an arson charge for an attack on a Manhattan federal building

Local farmers reap rewards from ‘explosive diarrhea’ outbreak as shoppers avoid pre-packed produce
There are currently more than 10,000 reported cases of cyclosporiasis in the U.S.

Wreckage found of Pan Am plane crash that helped lead to today's safety briefings on every flight
The wreckage from a Pan Am plane crash in the ocean 74 years ago that helped lead to requirements for the passenger safety briefings on every flight today has been found off the coast of Puerto Rico
DOJ accuses UC San Diego medical school of racial discrimination in admissions
The DOJ alleges the school intentionally manipulated applicant data, aiming to discriminate ‘in favor of so-called underrepresented minorities, such as blacks and Hispanics’

Police launch corporate manslaughter investigation after man fatally fell from London balcony
Detective Inspector Mark Paterson said the scene was examined at the time and a forensic engineer attended























