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CBC.ca

The National | Team Canada returns from historic World Cup

July 5, 2026 | The Canadian men’s soccer team is back home after a historic run at the FIFA World Cup. An out of control wildfire forces dozens from their homes in B.C. And, fans get a taste of Taylor Swift’s wedding.

Train derails northeast of Montreal, police say no injuries

Police in Repentigny, Que., say a train derailed in the city's Le Gardeur sector on Sunday afternoon. There were no reports of injuries.

Homegrown app Gander wants to make social media more Canadian

Gander, a new social media app similar to X or Bluesky, was designed for Canadians — but many are skeptical that being homegrown alone will be enough to get users to try it.

Metro Vancouver workers responsible for cleaning, maintaining parks and trails walk off the job

Over 100 workers with Metro Vancouver's regional parks walked off the job on Sunday, with the union citing member frustration over lack of movement in talks with the district.

Belgium 'astonished' after FIFA suspends U.S. forward's 1-game ban, allowing him to play Monday

Folarin Balogun's one-game ban was surprisingly suspended by FIFA, clearing the American forward to play in the team's World Cup round of 16 match against Belgium, a decision that was praised by U.S. President Donald Trump and promoted outrage from the Red Devils.

2 people pulled from Montreal's Lachine Canal overnight in critical condition

Rescue teams spent hours looking for two individuals in Montreal's Lachine Canal in the overnight hours of Saturday to Sunday. They were both taken to hospital in critical condition.

Shifting winds around Wrigley, N.W.T., causing fire to 'hiccup'

"So far our lines have held," say N.W.T. Fire officials. As of Sunday, the fire remains out of control, but there have been no reports of structure loss.

Sioux Valley Dakota Nation declares state of emergency over rising floodwaters in Manitoba

Sioux Valley Dakota Nation has declared a state of emergency on Saturday as floodwaters quickly rise in the western Manitoba community and surrounding areas.
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Toronto Star

Summer McIntosh breaks the longest-standing world record in women's swimming: the 200-metre butterfly

It was a mark many thought would never fall, and one that McIntosh has been dreaming about since she was 10 years old.

Castor oil behind the ears, a scooter on stage: Lionel Richie's fans' suggestions after health scare

Lionel Richie sang and danced all night long in Toronto on Saturday — with the help of rehydration fluids — following a health scare late last month that sent him to hospital.

Liberal Ajax MPP Rob Cerjanec abandons leadership bid

Sources close to the campaign told the Star that the rookie MPP faced a cash crunch against better-funded opponents.

Trump posts a doctored photo of the Obamas and Air Force One with graffiti spray-painted on plane

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Sunday posted a falsified image of former President Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle Obama, waving before boarding an Air Force One that had been spray-painted with graffiti.

After the final World Cup whistle blew, not every Toronto restaurant came out ahead

Toronto restaurant owners say the World Cup brought a boost for some businesses, but many saw mixed results as local fans — not tourists — drove much of the demand.

'Wear a polka-dot scarf:' Canadian fashion designer Marilyn Brooks, 93, has died

A fashion designer among the first to popularize a clothing style in Canada famously worn by rebellious British youths in the 1960s has died.

Coco Gauff's buzzer-beater at Wimbledon reminds her of Kawhi Leonard’s shot

LONDON (AP) — There’s not usually a clock ticking down in tennis.

FIFA lifts US star striker Balogun’s red card suspension at World Cup after Trump calls Infantino

U.S. President Donald Trump intervened on behalf of American star forward Folarin Balogun, whose suspension was lifted.

What World Cup media is saying about Canada's exit: 'No surprises,' Jesse Marsch talking 'nonsense' and where was Alphonso Davies?

Canada's ticket home from the World Cup was punched by Morocco in a 3-0 defeat. Here's what the media had to say about our time in the tournament.

Woman in her 30s killed in hit-and-run near Mississauga's Credit Valley Hospital

Police say that the suspect fled eastbound on Eglinton Avenue from Erin Mills Parkway in a sedan.
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Globe and Mail

Eight wounded, including four children, after July Fourth cookout shooting near Coney Island

The shooter fled but police did recover a gun, police commissioner says

White supremacist march counts as free speech in ‘messy democracy,’ says U.S. Interior Secretary

Hundreds of masked Patriot Front members marched through Washington on Saturday

Rutte faces challenge meeting Trump’s demands at NATO summit

NATO chief often employs outright flattery to dissuade U.S. President from acting on threats to abandon alliance

Trump administration not seeking new bids, will use same company to repair Reflecting Pool

U.S. President claims 350-foot gash was cut into pool’s liner in midst of recent renovations

Trump offers to help Putin resolve Ukraine war in Fourth of July phone call

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says he also spoke to Trump

Russia has been waging hybrid warfare against Britain over Ukraine

Intimidation incidents and cyberattacks have intensified over the past two years, bringing the nuclear powers closer to open conflict

U.S. Supreme Court to hear gun, LGBT, voting rights cases in October term

Court has steadily moved American law rightward this decade with its 6-3 conservative majority

Hundreds of firefighters battle wildfires in Portugal

Authorities warn of toxic smoke as blaze break out outside of Thessaloniki, Greece

Crowds call for revenge during funeral for Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Thousands chanted ‘Death to America’ and ‘Death to Israel’ as they called for revenge over the Feb. 28 attack

Canadian, U.S. air forces stage joint flypast in Ottawa for Fourth of July

U.S. Ambassador Pete Hoekstra used the occasion to promote Canada’s incoming F-35 fleet
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Global News

B.C. rescuers helped locate young survivor in Venezuela quake rubble

Burnaby Urban Search and Rescue members returned from Venezuela after helping search earthquake rubble, where their work contributed to the rescue of a young boy.

Iran’s top officials attend prayer for the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Iran's top officials attended prayers for the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, signaling a new confidence in their safety as calls grow for the killing of U.S. President Donald Trump.

1 killed in attack on Crimea as Putin and Zelenskyy hold separate Trump calls

One person was killed in a Ukrainian attack on Russian-occupied Crimea, Moscow-installed officials said in the early hours of Sunday.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce marry in front of famous friends at Madison Square Garden

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce married Friday night at Madison Square Garden in a star-studded ceremony officiated by Adam Sandler, with a performance by Stevie Nicks.

Egypt uncovers lost Byzantine-era city in the western desert

A well-preserved Byzantine-era residential city in the western desert is one of two major archaeological finds announced by Egypt on Saturday.

Iran may have ‘directed’ recent attacks in Canada, intelligence report says

Canada's threat assessment agency says Iran's intelligence service may be behind acts of violence.

Ukrainian woman who disguised herself as man named as Monaco bombing suspect

The International Criminal Police Organization named Anastasiia Berezovska, who remains at large, in a Red Notice posted on its website seeking her arrest.

Trump ‘has not forgotten’ about threats to seize Greenland, U.S. envoy says

Jeff Landry, the special envoy to Greenland and the sitting governor of Louisiana, said Trump told him the U.S. needs to 'get Greenland' during a phone call last weekend.

Norovirus outbreak on Princess cruise affects more than 120 passengers

The CDC said that 102 passengers and 23 crew members reported becoming ill during the voyage on the Ruby Princess, travelling from San Francisco to Canada and Alaska.

Meet Neil, the 1-ton seal going viral for destroying cars in Australia

In June, the bellowing and blubbery 5-year-old mammal hauled himself onto land for his twice-yearly tour of beachside towns in southern Tasmania state.
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New York Times

Andy Burnham, the UK’s Likely Next Prime Minister, Made His Name in Manchester. Here’s How.

Andy Burnham was mayor of Greater Manchester for nine years. His time there came to define his identity — and his pitch to lead Britain.

How Manchester’s Bee Buses and Trams Helped Fuel Andy Burnham’s Rise

Andy Burnham brought Greater Manchester’s public transit back under public control, making buses more frequent and capping fares.

Deadly Russian Strikes Rock Kyiv on Eve of NATO Summit

Ballistic missiles were fired into the capital of Ukraine, as Russia launched its second major attack in less than a week. At least seven people were killed, officials said.

How Trump Put Himself in the Middle of America’s 250th

The president placed his image and initiatives front and center, blurring the line, critics said, between loyalty to nation and loyalty to him.

Mallory McMorrow Suspends Senate Bid in Democrats’ Heated Michigan Primary

The state senator sought to carve a middle path between a left-wing candidate and one backed by the party establishment, but she gained little traction.

At Trump’s Direction, Federal Agencies Are Abandoning Discrimination Cases

President Trump has tried to scale back anti-discrimination regulations that date back decades. Federal agencies have heeded his call.

Trump Asked FIFA to Review U.S. Player’s Suspension. Now He’s Eligible to Play.

The reversal of Folarin Balogun’s World Cup suspension is highly unusual. It was the first time since 1962 that FIFA has nullified a suspension for a red card received during the World Cup.

White House Criticizes Smithsonian Museum for ‘Extreme Political Activism’

A scathing report released on the Fourth of July says the National Museum of American History downplays the role of the founders while emphasizing social justice.

Trump Administration Rolls Back Dozens of Gun Regulations

Critics say the administration is weakening public safety. Proponents say regulations would be where they were before President Joseph R. Biden took office.

The Main Attraction at Africa’s Most Lucrative Horse Race? Black Wealth.

In South Africa, where the Black majority was excluded from the economy for generations, the annual Durban July event is a chance to celebrate luxury and high society.

CNBC

Nvidia's next-gen AI rack system delayed to 2028 on manufacturing snags, SemiAnalysis says

The reported delay adds to concerns that Nvidia's breakneck annual release cadence is colliding with manufacturing limits.

Lockheed Martin leading race for $3.5 billion purchase of naval defense firm Ultra Maritime

Ultra is owned by private equity firm Advent International, and specialises in anti-submarine technology.

Trump asked FIFA to review Balogun's World Cup game suspension: Reports

Folarin Balogun was surprisingly cleared by FIFA to play for the United States Men's National Team in the World Cup against Belgium on Monday.

CNBC Daily Open: Red cards, record bets and market's risk-on mood

Drama is not only on the pitch — it is showing up across prediction markets, oil and Wall Street's risk appetite.

Cargo vessel in Red Sea reports coming under attack, UK maritime body says

The incident was reported in one of the world's most crucial trade transit routes amid a fragile ceasefire between Iran and the U.S.

I’ve worked with over 5,000 kids: I swear by this No. 1 parenting rule—it’s ‘surprisingly simple’

Child development expert Siggie Cohen, who has worked with over 5,000 families, shares one communication mistake she sees parents make every day. Here's why she says it can backfire, when to set clear boundaries and how to use questions more effectively.

UK and France agree with Oman to ensure safety of its territorial waters

France said it has deployed mine countermeasures to the Middle East, including two mine-hunting ships.

From Macron to Modi, governments are rolling out the red carpet for AI giants

Macron and Modi are courting tech CEOs as France and India seek AI data center investment and cloud infrastructure.

Iran begins six-day funeral for Ayatollah Khamenei nearly four months after his death

Iran plans a six-day funeral for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with ceremonies across Iran and Iraq before burial in Mashhad.

Feds seek lower prison term for $100M New Jersey deli fraudster — but some reasons why are hidden

James Patten is the third person who will be sentenced in the stock manipulation scheme related to Hometown International, a company that owned just one deli.

Washington Post

Families of children killed in strike on Iranian school join leader’s funeral

In Iran, the school deaths have become a symbol for U.S.-Israeli brutality and an unjust war. The Washington Post is reporting from the country under restricted conditions.

Turkey sees its status in NATO rise, thanks to its weapons factories and Trump

A friendship between presidents Donald Trump and Recep Tayyip Erdogan, and a need for weapons production, has changed how other NATO countries treat Turkey.

Putin visits military installation, vowing to take more of Ukraine

The Russian president donned military fatigues as he tried to counter a narrative that Moscow is stumbling in its war after Ukrainian drone strikes set off an acute fuel shortage.

In Tehran, huge throngs mourn assassinated supreme leader Ali Khamenei

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who ruled over the Islamic Republic of Iran for 37 years, was killed along with several family members in an airstrike in February.

On July Fourth, Pope Leo urges U.S. to welcome, protect and assist immigrants

In Lampedusa, island gateway to Europe, the U.S.-born pope stressed human dignity and told America: "in every generation" immigrants "helped to shape the nation’s character.”

Iran’s leader was killed in February. The country will finally bury him.

For the surviving Iranian regime, the funeral offers an opportunity to project power after withstanding months of war with Israel and the United States.

In a hit low-budget film, Beijing sees a way to court Chinese communities abroad

“Dear You,” a Teochew-language family drama and migration story, has raised fraught questions of identity among some Chinese communities abroad.

BBC

Nine killed in Russian strikes on Kyiv on eve of Nato summit in Turkey

Crews are racing to find survivors under rubble Russia targets Kyiv in air strikes for the second time in a week.

Where does Mexico win rank among England's best results?

BBC Sport looks at some of England's most famous away victories after their epic win against Mexico at the Azteca - plus you can have your say.

England's Henderson injures wrist in World Cup celebrations

England midfielder Jordan Henderson suffered a "really bad" while celebrating his side's World Cup win over Mexico, head coach Thomas Tuchel says.

England win 3-2 thriller at the Azteca to reach quarter-finals

Jude Bellingham scores twice and Harry Kane converts a penalty as 10-man England hold on for a 3-2 World Cup victory against Mexico.

England win thriller against Mexico to reach quarter-finals

Jude Bellingham scores twice and Harry Kane converts a penalty as 10-man England hold on for a 3-2 World Cup victory against Mexico.

'I ate ketchup and cheese', says Venezuelan girl trapped under quake rubble for 32 hours

Fabiana was trapped in the rubble of a 10-storey residential building after two earthquakes rocked Venezuela in June.

The man England will fear most - Haaland fires Norway to history

Erling Haaland has scored seven goals in four World Cup games and he is the striker that nobody wants to face as he fires Norway into an historic quarter-final.

The man England will fear most - Haaland fires Norway to history with win over Brazil

Erling Haaland has scored seven goals in four World Cup games and he is the striker that nobody wants to face as he fires Norway into an historic quarter-final.

Who produced another iconic performance? England player ratings

BBC Sport England reporter Alex Howell rates how the Three Lions players performed in the last-16 win over Mexico.

Who produced another iconic performance? England player ratings

BBC Sport England reporter Alex Howell rates how the Three Lions players performed in the last-16 win over Mexico.

The Independent

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Putin hits Kyiv with ballistic missiles hours after Zelensky said attack ‘imminent’

Deadly attack comes hours after White House confirms Zelensky-Trump meeting at Nato summit in Turkey

Prince Harry's UK trip sparks media buzz over whether Meghan and kids will join him

King Charles III’s wayward son is traveling to the land of his birth for a series of charity engagements that begin Tuesday

Prosecutors argue the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk should stand trial

Prosecutors in Charlie Kirk's murder case will aim to convince a judge they have enough evidence to try his accused killer and seek the death penalty

Iran-US war latest: Khamenei’s funeral procession begins in Tehran as mourners issue threats against Trump

Thousands gathered to mourn Khamenei as Trump boasts ‘one shot’ could take all the regime’s leaders ‘out’

Hemingway's century-old 'The Sun Also Rises' still inspires Americans to run with bulls in Pamplona

One hundred years ago a book was published that put Spain's biggest bull run festival on the map for millions of readers around the world

A new ICE facility could speed up deportations for families and kids

The Trump administration plans to open a 528-bed holding center for migrant families and unaccompanied children awaiting removal from the U.S., putting it next to a Louisiana airfield that has become the nation’s largest hub of deportation flights

With poor ventilation and children packed in, UK's outdated schoolhouses swelter in the heat

Over 1,000 schools across the U.K. have been forced to close during Europe's recent record-smashing heat wave

What to Stream: Rolling Stones, 'Little House on the Prairie' and 'Backrooms'

The latest Rolling Stones album and the streaming debut of the hit movie “Backrooms” are some of the new entertainment options available this week

Iran begins a procession through Tehran for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral

Iran has begun a procession through its capital, Tehran, for the funeral of the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Russian missile and drone attack on Ukraine's capital kills at least 3

Russia has launched waves of missiles and drones targeting Ukraine's capital, killing at least three people