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CBC.ca

Trump administration video showing Haitian deportees in chains sparks outrage

A U.S. Department of Homeland Security video shows men, handcuffed and in chains, boarding a deportation flight to Haiti this week. Critics say the Trump administration is "bragging" about sending Haitian immigrants "back to a war-torn country" after rescinding temporary protected status.

'What do they have their hands on?' Customer reacts to Eastlink breach

Telecommunications provider Eastlink is warning some customers of a potential data breach that happened in recent days, but it does not believe that credit card or banking information was exposed. The company operates in seven Canadian provinces and Bermuda.

Russian attack on Kyiv region kills at least 37

At least 27 people have been killed following a Russian attack on the Bucha district, close to the Ukrainian capital Kyiv, officials said Saturday.

Why this Sask. judge provided eagle feathers for the province's courtrooms

Judge Michelle Brass says the meaning of eagle feathers varies between Indigenous communities, and it's especially important for Saulteaux people such as herself.

An island mysteriously appeared — then disappeared — on B.C.'s largest reservoir

B.C. Hydro says it's monitoring for the reappearance of a mysterious island first spotted by boaters 100 kilometres from the W.A.C. Bennett Dam in northeastern B.C.

Cancer survivor fights to axe the U.K.'s sunscreen tax. Should Canada do the same?

A U.K. woman is on a mission to convince her government to scrap its tax on sunscreen. Canadian cancer organizations say this country should consider doing the same.

NASA is launching the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope. Here are just a few of the wonders it will reveal

If all goes to plan, at 7:26 a.m. Sunday morning, a new space telescope will blast off from Cape Canaveral, Fla., on top of a Falcon Heavy rocket, ready to reveal new wonders about our universe. Here are some things scientists hope to unravel with this new telescope.

Canada ready to further distance itself from U.S. on military procurement

The flareup in the Canada-U.S. tariff war has not only strengthened Ottawa’s resolve to boost military co-operation with Europe and Asia — it's also hurting prospects of major military purchases from the United States.

Drinking among Gen Z adults has gone up, busting the sober myth

After years of speculation that Gen Z is the sober generation, new research shows that they are actually starting to drink more — nearly on par with the rest of the adult population.

Scientists fear Nepal's disaster is just a glimpse of the carnage climate change could cause

Some climate scientists are cautious about prematurely attributing human caused-climate change as the sole cause of the disaster that resulted in the violent flooding of Himalayan villages in Nepal this week. But other experts say it was the kind of catastrophe they’ve been warning about for years.
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Toronto Star

Canada just recruited 64 top researchers from around the world. Here's why they said yes

48 are from U.S. in first phase of $1.7B Canada Global Impact+ Research Talent Initiative. And yes, Trump plays a role.

These Ontario doctors know how dangerous e-scooters can be. But telling their own kids 'tough s---' isn't easy

With e-scooter hospitalizations up nearly 40% across Canada, they say parents need to rethink how they view the devices.

Doug Ford calls Donald Trump a 'loser' now, but he was a fan not so long ago

The year before the name-calling started, the premier admitted he had hoped the mercurial U.S. president would be re-elected in 2024.

She's got a golden ticket — and free admission to the CNE for life. Meet the 81-year-old who's never missed the Ex

Barbara Jean Batten was joined by her extended family to celebrate her impeccable attendance record, never missing a year of the fair that’s ingrained in her family’s history.

Donald Trump claims Lake Ontario is now 'Lake America.' Here's what you need to know about the cross-border battle

Trump’s executive order may change the name in the U.S., but Canada isn’t required to follow suit. Here’s who gets to decide and where the centuries-old name came from.

Your ultimate Toronto arts and culture guide: 56 exciting ideas for fall

Our critics round up the very best upcoming TV, movies, books and concerts.

On the American side of Lake Ontario, how Donald Trump has strained the ties that bind: 'You guys don’t hate us, do you?'

A road trip around Lake Ontario reveals how Donald Trump's 'Lake America' order is separating border neighbours.

Families of Toronto-area trekkers missing in Nepal make desperate plea for help finding loved ones: 'Hope is the only thing we have'

The list of Canadians unaccounted for is growing, with Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand saying on Friday that the missing count now stands at 32 Canadians and permanent residents.

A massive new development is coming to Prince Edward County that could change it forever

The Base31 development could more than quadruple Picton’s population. A recent lawsuit raises concerns about what local residents will get back

Donald Trump's tariffs contain a secret message about how Canada can win

What we build is what matters in the long term.
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Globe and Mail

Haitian gang releases women and children after kidnapping 50, killing 47

Among those released are three children under the age of 2, a 7-year-old and two teenage girls

Lando Norris extends contract with McLaren to at least 2030, securing long-term F1 future

26-year-old secured McLaren’s first drivers’ title last year since Lewis Hamilton won his first championship in 2008

Tens of thousands mourn King Harald V in Norway as his son takes the throne

Haakon is expected to address the people of Norway in his first speech as king either later Saturday or in the coming days

Iran leaders acknowledge economic hardship of war as U.S. steps up sanctions

Foreign trade down 35% due to sanctions and blockade, says Iranian president

Russian strike near Kyiv triggers explosion, killing 37 as Zelensky vows punishment

In one of the deadliest attacks on Ukraine this year, at least 50 residential buildings were damaged

Survivors return to Nepal villages devastated by floods as families await news of nearly 3,000 missing

Death toll in Nepal and Tibet rose to 633 dead and at least 32 Canadians and permanent residents remain missing

U.S. enters agreement with Venezuela to take control of 65 billion barrels of oil reserves, Trump says

The announcement comes nearly nine months after the U.S. military at Trump’s direction carried out an operation to capture Venezuela’s president

Icelandic voters swing to narrowly opposing EU membership, poll finds

Iceland walked away from EU accession talks in 2013, when a Eurosceptic government took power

Rescuers retrieve flood survivors in Nepal as death toll continues to climb

The floods have killed 579 in Nepal, the country’s disaster-management authority said Friday

Jury in Lindsay Clancy murder trial wraps up second day of deliberation without a verdict

Clancy, 36, has pleaded not guilty by reason of lack of criminal responsibility
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Global News

Nepal flood survivors reach safe areas as families await news of missing

After Nepali authorities updated their figures Saturday, the combined toll in Nepal and Tibet rose to 676 dead and nearly 3,000 people missing.

British far-right commentator Milo Yiannopoulos arrested by ICE in U.S.

Immigration officials announced on Friday that Yiannopoulos was arrested in New Orleans and accused him of overstaying after entering the U.S. in 2019.

Domestic travel rose in July as trips to the United States fell: StatCan

With transborder screen passenger traffic down by 8.7 per cent in July, the agency notes this number was 'well below the same month in 2024,' which was 12.5 per cent.

Hiker receives lost backpack 63 years after he fell into Austrian glacier

The long-lost belongings were preserved in glacial ice high in the Austrian mountains, but its melting led to their discovery last month by a hiker.

Andrew and Tristan Tate urge release on bail while fighting extradition to U.K.

During nearly two hours in a Miami courtroom, Andrew and Tristan Tate denied under oath criminal accusations across multiple countries.

Canada extends Ebola travel restrictions for additional 30 days

The extension means decisions on immigration and visa applications from residents of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda and South Sudan will remain on hold until Sept. 28.

Number of Canadians missing in Nepal-Tibet floods rises to 32: minister

The federal government says at least 32 Canadians are reported missing in an area spanning parts of Nepal and Tibet, an autonomous region in China, after devastating floods.

Norway’s King Harald V dead at 89, his son succeeds as Haakon VIII

The popular king modernized the royal house but refused to follow in the footsteps of other aging monarchs who have abdicated in recent times.

Jerusalem court acquits man charged in nun attack on insanity defence

CCTV footage of the April incident captured the moment the nun was forced to the ground from behind, causing her to hit her head on a stone wall before being kicked.

How a collapsing glacier may have caused the catastrophic Nepal floods

A series of flash floods has destroyed villages in parts of Nepal and Tibet, as experts say a falling glacier likely triggered a chain reaction of events that could get worse.
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New York Times

Nepali City Struggles to Handle the Many Bodies on Its Riverbanks

The remains of hundreds of people have washed downstream after devastating floods.

High Debt and Rising Prices Catch Up to Trump, as Midterms Near

To win in 2024, the president promised an economic course correction. Almost two years later, his agenda has made that fight even harder.

37 Killed After Russian Strike on Weapons Depot as Ukraine Blames Negligence

The depot, which was in a civilian area near Kyiv, “definitely shouldn’t have been there,” President Volodymyr Zelensky said.

Trump Says U.S. Struck Deal for Control of More Than 65 Billion Barrels of Venezuela’s Oil

The president said an agreement between the countries covered more than 65 billion barrels of reserves. A U.S. official said it would involve a partnership with a private company.

Judge Rules Trump Unlawfully Targeted Stanford Students Who Criticized Israel

The ruling was a win for Stanford’s student newspaper, The Stanford Daily, and it followed another court victory for students targeted by the Trump administration last year.

One Democrat to Face Three Republicans for Alaska Governor

The second-place finisher in a primary where the top four advance to the November ballot said he would drop out of the race so voters could coalesce behind a single Democratic candidate.

Goodbye, Harry and Meghan. Turns Out We Didn’t Need Actual Royals.

With their departure, can America please shake off its obsession with royalty?

Dolly Parton Was So Fake She Was Real

Dolly Parton was utterly real about her unrealness. She played with the over-the-top details.

How Meta’s $17.1 Billion Social Media Settlement Came Together

State attorneys general spent months in negotiations. Then, as its legal losses mounted, the social media giant’s new top lawyer brought a huge settlement to the table.

Search Continues for 2,400 Missing in Nepal Floods Amid ‘Immense’ Devastation

As rescue efforts entered their fourth day, the scale of destruction came into focus, signaling a daunting recovery for the vulnerable nation.

CNBC

K, C or E? Why economists can’t agree on the shape of today’s economy

Economists have long viewed the post-pandemic economy as "K"-shaped. That consensus has now evaporated.

Tech backlash reaches fever pitch as AI angst collides with social media fears

With data center concerns becoming a major election issue and Meta reaching a landmark settlement in a social media case, the tech backlash is gaining steam.

Iran trade falls as Supreme Leader Khamenei urges less reliance on the U.S. dollar

Iran's president says sanctions are hitting imports and exports, as its supreme leader urges less reliance on the U.S. dollar.

Opinion: Dolly Parton was underestimated for decades. That became one of her greatest strengths

In a candid 2015 interview, Dolly Parton told CNBC's Tania Bryer about depression, ambition and the business decisions that defined her career.

Meta’s $18 billion settlement puts TikTok and YouTube on notice. Who's next on the firing line?

"Meta is seeking to ensure its competitors will face the same rules," one business professor told CNBC after Meta called on rivals to protect children online.

U.S. appeals court rules against prediction markets, sets up likely fight at Supreme Court

The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that sports-related event contracts are not swaps, contradicting a 3rd Circuit ruling from April.

Trump announces deal with Venezuela to secure more than 65 billion barrels of oil reserves

The U.S. struck a deal with Venezuela to get majority control of more than 65 billion barrels of oil reserves, Trump said in a social media post.

Trump loses bid to transfer New York hush money case to federal court

Trump's conviction in the hush money case relates to conduct that preceded the 2016 presidential election, which led to his first term in the White House.

CEO of buy now, pay later giant Affirm says high gas prices are hitting U.S. shoppers

The national average price for gas is at $4.09 per gallon and was last below $3 on March 2.

2-year Treasury yield jumps as Warsh says Fed may 'have work to do'

Investors assessed Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh's hawkish message in his keynote address at Jackson Hole.

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BBC

Trump hails 'historic' deal for US to control 65bn barrels of Venezuela's oil

Venezuelan interim president says the unusual agreement will help revive her country's economy.

The race to stop England running out of water

Who is to blame for the summer drought, and can England future-proof its water supplies?

At least 37 dead and hundreds evacuated after strike on Kyiv weapons depot

An investigation has begun into the storage of weapons for Ukraine's military near a residential area.

Christian festival 'devastated' as man dies after sign falls

Police say at least six other people were also injured in the incident at the Big Church Festival.

Murder investigation after man found dead and child seriously injured

The incident happened in Lisnahull Road, Dungannon.

Football fans pay tribute to crash death officers at Middlesbrough match

PC Matthew Blades and PC Tom Clough died in a head-on collision on the A66 near Middlesbrough.

Mum of Nottingham attacks victim backs calls to stop killers' early release

Emma Webber has joined more than 30 families in signing an open letter to the government.

Royal Navy warships track Russian vessels for three days in UK waters

HMS Duncan, HMS St Albans and HMS Severn used radars to monitor four vessels as they passed through the North Sea and English Channel last week.

Wales NHS gender surgeries paused for review into referral numbers

Data suggests "significantly higher" rates of referral for gender-affirming surgery compared with English services, according to the health board.

Cannabis smell at US Open is distracting - Boulter

British number one Katie Boulter complains that the smell of cannabis is putting her off her game at the US Open.

The Independent

Judge finds mother with postpartum psychosis not guilty of murdering her two children in case echoing Lindsay Clancy trial

The NYC verdict comes as a Massachusetts jury deliberates in Lindsay Clancy’s murder trial

A black fungus is thriving because of Ireland’s whiskey boom – we need to know more about it

The ‘angels’ share’ could be more dangerous than we think

Football fans pay moving tribute to two officers killed in A66 crash

Constables Matthew Blades, 37, and Pc Tom Clough, 38, lost their lives in the A66 horror crash

Bat crawls into woman’s mouth as she sleeps

A doctor from Virginia says she woke up to find a live bat inside her mouth.

An expert explains exactly what caused the devastating scenes in Nepal

How can a collapsing glacier generate such a powerful flood?

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Russia unleashes deadly strike on Kyiv weapons depot, killing 37

The Ukrainian president has promised to punish those responsible

Murder arrest after man found dead next to ‘seriously injured’ child

A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder after another man was found dead next to a seriously injured child.

FBI drops automatic hiring ban for applicants caught with prostitutes

This move away from an automatic disqualification represents part of a broader evolution in recruitment standards across federal law enforcement agencies

Trump says US will take part control of Venezuela oil reserves in unprecedented plan

Announcement followed weeks of US Venezuelan negotiations

Drivers race on dual carriageway before horror crash kills mother and daughter walking to school

Two men who drove at excessive speeds on a busy Leeds dual carriageway caused the deaths of a mother and her four-year-old daughter as they walked to school.