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CBC.ca

Video captures jet ski striking grey whale in water off Vancouver

Witnesses along Vancouver’s seawall saw the collision unfold in the water near Siwash Rock in Stanley Park around 7:30 p.m. PT on Monday.

Explosion at a China fireworks factory kills at least 21, injures dozens more

‌An explosion at a fireworks factory in China's Hunan ​province has killed ​21 people and injured 61, prompting President ​Xi Jinping to call for ‌a thorough investigation, state media reported on Tuesday.

#TheMoment a heron was freed from a giant oyster

B.C. Wildlife Response Team leader Elizabeth Grant and veterinarian Dr. Adrian Walton tell The National about the moment they freed a heron's foot from a massive oyster in Maple Ridge, B.C.

Canada's latest census effort begins

Canada has begun its latest census effort, as Ottawa seeks to build an updated picture of the country and its people.

Alberta judge denies effort to amend court challenge against province's transgender law

Advocates in Alberta have lost a court battle in their fight against provincial restrictions on medical treatment for transgender youth.

B.C. premier pushes back after softwood lumber left off list for tariff relief

Ottawa's decision not to include the softwood lumber among the industries that will benefit from $1 billion in tariff relief funding sparked frustration from B.C. Premier David Eby, who says softwood lumber in B.C. has been "decimated" by U.S. tariffs.

Canadian fiddler Ashley MacIsaac sues Google over alleged defamation

MacIsaac claims the online giant defamed him by falsely identifying him as a sex offender in an AI-generated summary.

Must-see looks from the 2026 Met Gala: Sabrina Carpenter, Connor Storrie and more

The intersection of art and fashion is being celebrated at the annual Met Gala, a fundraiser for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute, where controversy is swirling over the event's partnership with Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos and his wife, Lauren Sanchez Bezos. Here are some standout moments from fashion’s biggest night.

This Palestinian Canadian artist's mirrored mannequin heads reflect the stars at the Met Gala

Samar Hejazi, a Toronto artist based in Dubai, tells CBC what it's like to have her work features at one of the biggest, most star-studded events in the fashion world and she gets ready to hit the red carpet herself.

Washington Post wins Pulitzer Prize for public service

The Washington Post won the Pulitzer Prize for public service for scrutinizing the Trump administration's sweeping, choppy cuts and changes to federal agencies, and The Associated Press won the award Monday for international reporting.
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Toronto Star

Blue Jays at Rays: Bats go cold in sunny Florida, but reinforcements on the way

Toronto produced five hits off Tampa starter Nick Martinez, but only one came with runners in scoring position.

The best dressed celebrities at the 2026 Met Gala got creative, from Beyoncé to Rihanna

This year's free-form dress code resulted in some big swings, making fashion feel fantastical again.

Prime Minister Mark Carney to name new governor general Tuesday

The prime minister is set to announce Gov. Gen. Mary Simon's successor during a news conference in the capital Tuesday morning.

Parts of Highway 401 reopen following dump truck rollover

All westbound express lanes of Highway 401 between Mavis and Mississauga roads reopened following a dump truck rollover Monday evening.

'I own all of it': New Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka addresses mistakes from tenure in Arizona

Not one day on the job, the new executive talked about his abrupt resignation and subsequent suspension from the NHL, and the mostly negative reviews that have spread since he was rumoured for the Toronto job.

Canada’s 100 Best Restaurants list is out — and this Ontario restaurant is No. 1

A Niagara favourite repeats its top spot as 23 Toronto restaurants make the 2026 list. See who made the cut.

NDP Leader Marit Stiles predicts prison for Doug Ford

NDP Leader Marit Stiles predicts a future behind bars for Premier Doug Ford — if she wins the next election.

Carney government providing an additional $1.5 billion to steel, aluminum and copper sectors in face of Trump tariffs

The new funding comes on top of billions Ottawa has already made available to the sector that has been hit hard by U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs.

Toronto woman asks court for emergency relief to receive medically assisted death

TORONTO - Claire Elyse Brosseau said she hadn’t been outside since January.

'We need to strengthen our justice system': Mother of three children killed in drunk-driving crash laments driver's eight-year sentence

Ethan Lehouillier from Georgetown, pleaded guilty to three charges of impaired driving causing death and three charges of impaired driving causing bodily harm.
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Globe and Mail

Explosion at China fireworks plant kills at least 21 people

State media reported 61 others were injured and nearly 500 rescuers were deployed to the scene

Met Gala protesters target Amazon founder Jeff Bezos

Bezos is among the event’s main sponsors and was named honorary chair along with his wife, Lauren Sanchez Bezos

Man shot near White House after opening fire on officers, U.S. Secret Service says

Emergency personnel also transported a minor who was shot but not seriously injured, official says

Britney Spears pleads guilty to reckless driving

Pop star Britney Spears settled her case of driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol by pleading guilty on Monday to a lesser charge of reckless driving that reduces the probationary time she otherwise would have faced.

Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni settle contentious lawsuit over filming of It Ends With Us

Settlement averts civil trial where both actors were expected to testify about Lively’s allegations of sexual misconduct

Russia declares unilateral ceasefire in Ukraine to mark anniversary of WWII’s Victory Day

In response, Zelensky says Ukraine will observe a truce beginning on Wednesday and respond in kind from that moment on

Two killed, driver arrested as car hits crowd in Leipzig, Germany

Police identified the driver as a 33-year-old man with German citizenship

Rudy Giuliani is breathing on his own after being hospitalized with pneumonia, spokesperson says

Former New York City Mayor remains in critical but stable condition and is being monitored as a precautionary measure

What to know about hantavirus, the illness suspected in a cruise ship outbreak

Three people have died and others have been sickened by what health authorities suspect is a hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean.

U.S. denies Iranian missiles struck navy ships

Iran said it had forced a U.S. warship to turn back from entering the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, although U.S. Central Command quickly denied a report of a missile strike.
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Global News

Timmy the stranded humpback whale rescued and returns to the ocean

The stranded whale was first spotted idle near Germany’s Baltic Sea coast on March 3, far from his natural habitat in the Atlantic Ocean.

Austrian police arrest man after rat poison found in baby food jars

HiPP, a Germany-based organic baby food maker, became aware of the situation after a 'blackmailer sent a message to a non-personalized shared mailbox.'

Hantavirus: 3 dead on Atlantic cruise ship in suspected outbreak

The World Health Organization said detailed investigations aboard the MV Hondius ship are ongoing, including further laboratory testing.

U.S. denies Iran claim of striking American vessel in Strait of Hormuz

The U.S.-led Joint Maritime Information Center advised ships to cross the strait in Oman’s waters, saying it had set up an “enhanced security area.”

Chinese consulate met Vancouver official in bid to stop event critical of communist rule

The meeting took place in early April, as the Shen Yun dance group was to perform at a city-owned theatre.

Cargo ship near Strait of Hormuz says it’s attacked as Iran pushes new peace deal

President Donald Trump said on Saturday that he was reviewing a new Iranian proposal to end the war but also expressed doubt it would lead to a deal.

Carney to take part in European summit on security, trade

Canada is the first non-European country to attend these meetings, which have taken place twice a year since they began after Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.

Video of NYC police killing machete-wielding man at Grand Central station released

NYPD footage shows officers fatally shooting a man who had stabbed three people at a busy New York subway station after he allegedly refused repeated commands to drop a weapon.

Carney’s trip to Armenia happening as Ottawa’s foreign policy aims shift, expert says

Prime Minister Mark Carney heads to Armenia for a summit focused on Ukraine and trade, as critics warn Canada is shifting away from its democracy-first foreign policy.

U.S. to withdraw 5K troops from Germany, Pentagon says amid Trump-Merz feud

U.S. President Donald Trump had threatened to withdraw some troops from Germany after Chancellor Friedrich Merz criticized the U.S. strategy in its war against Iran.
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New York Times

Oil Prices Slide but Remain Elevated as Middle East Tensions Escalate

Oil prices fell, giving back some of the gains from the previous day as attacks in the Middle East raised concerns about the war starting again.

Mingling With Jeff Bezos and Stevie Nicks at the 2026 Met Gala Cocktail Party

Guests had many interpretations for the “Fashion Is Art” dress code.

What to Know About the Suspected Hantavirus Outbreak on an Atlantic Cruise Ship

Three passengers of the MV Hondius died after showing symptoms of the rare disease. Health authorities confirmed two cases and are investigating four others.

Late Night Laments Losing Spirit Airlines as a Punchline

The budget carrier announced that “‘all flights have been canceled, and customer service is no longer available,’ which, coincidentally, was also Spirit’s motto,” Stephen Colbert said.

U.S. Military Strikes Boat in Caribbean, Killing 2

The aerial strike raised the death toll to at least 187 in the U.S. campaign against boats the Trump administration accuses of smuggling drugs.

Democrats, Keir Starmer Is a Warning

Keir Starmer’s collapse was written into the nature of his victory.

Fireworks Factory Explosion in China Kills at Least 21

Dozens more were injured in the explosion, which appeared to be one of the country’s deadliest in recent years.

What a Bike Ride in Cape Town Taught Me About Apartheid

A New York Times reporter joined a group of cyclists on a route meant to break down Cape Town’s lingering racial and economic barriers.

Taiwan Could Learn From Ukraine. Informally, Connections Are Growing.

The governments have no official diplomatic or military ties. But a loose network led by company executives and volunteers is bridging some of that gulf.

As Oil Prices Stay High, China Doubles Down on Wind Power

An industrial policy of subsidies and import restrictions laid the foundations for China to become almost as dominant in wind turbines as in solar panels.

CNBC

HSBC shares drop as first-quarter pre-tax profit misses estimates on higher expected credit losses

Europe's largest lender HSBC on Tuesday reported first-quarter pre-tax profit of $9.4 billion, marginally missing analysts' estimates.

UniCredit CEO says taking control of Commerzbank ‘not the expected scenario’

The Italian lender is making a takeover bid for German rival Commerzbank, despite pushback in Germany.

European stocks mixed as Iran war concerns weigh on sentiment

European stocks were mixed on Tuesday as investors digest the latest developments in the Iran war.

Oil prices slide as new attacks in Strait of Hormuz threaten fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire

Oil prices declined on Tuesday, retreating from sharp gains in the previous session.

Australia hikes rates again and warns inflation will stay higher for longer

Inflation had picked up materially in the second half of 2025, and the conflict in the Middle East had resulted in sharply higher fuel and commodity prices.

CNBC Daily Open: Ceasefire at risk of collapse

An escalation in attacks in the Middle East puts the fragile ceasefire at risk, but market activity remains muted, with earnings keeping investors' attention.

Secret Service officer arrested for indecent exposure in Miami after Trump golf event

Secret Service Officer John Spillman has been placed on administrative leave after his arrest, which in Miami.

BYD's passenger EV sales drop for an eighth month as competition heats up

BYD's deliveries fell for an eighth straight month in April, while Stellantis-backed Leapmotor logged a record number of deliveries

CNBC Daily Open: Trump's indefinite ceasefire does not seem so definite

Tensions flared up again in the Middle East after Iran struck the United Arab Emirates.

World Cup prize pool nears $900 million as FIFA boosts payouts. Here’s who gets what

FIFA's upcoming World Cup is set to be the most lucrative on-record, with a 'record breaking' prize pool on offer, as FIFA shrugs off other controversies.

Washington Post

Attacks in Strait of Hormuz, Gulf region imperil fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire

Two U.S. destroyers and two merchant vessels came under fire during successful transits of the strait, while UAE and Oman reported attacks.

Rubio to meet with Pope Leo amid Trump’s clash with pontiff on Iran

The secretary of state will travel to Italy this week, the State Department said. Observers view the trip as an attempt to patch up ties with the Vatican and Italy.

Poisonous black rain falls in Russia as Ukraine strikes oil facilities

Residents of Tuapse, on the Black Sea, complained of an inadequate government response and coverup of what they say is a huge environmental and health disaster.

BBC

Starmer to say antisemitism 'a crisis for all of us' at Downing Street summit

The prime minister will meet leaders from a number of sectors at Downing Street on Tuesday.

Record 1.3m apply for 2027 London Marathon ballot

More than 1.3 million people have applied for next year's event which takes place on 25 April.

New ballot world record for 2027 London Marathon

More than 1.3 million people have applied for next year's event which takes place on 25 April.

Poverty and technology leading to record levels of slavery in UK

An independent report warns cost of living pressures are driving up exploitation levels in Britain.

What does Antonelli's improvement mean for Russell? F1 Q&A

BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions after the Miami Grand Prix.

What we know about Trump's 'Project Freedom' in Strait of Hormuz

What does the operation entail and could it lead to a resumption of hostilities?

Explosion at China fireworks factory kills 26 people

A blast at a fireworks factory in Hunan province has killed 26 people and injured 61, state media report.

What is the hantavirus that has been confirmed on an Atlantic cruise ship?

While rare, the disease can be transmitted to humans through inhalation of airborne particles from dried rodent droppings.

Popular Australian author pleads guilty over child exploitation material

The Jasper Jones and Runt author was arrested in January during a police raid at his Perth home.

The family sacrifices that helped Wu become world champion

Wu Yize discusses the sacrifices made by his family on his journey to becoming China's second world snooker champion.

The Independent

HSBC profits dip amid credit impairment charges and Iran war

The bank’s revenue was boosted by strong performance in wealth management and the Hong Kong business segment

Cruise ship outbreak latest: British crew member needs ‘urgent’ care after suspected hantavirus leaves three dead

WHO says a total of seven hantavirus cases identified on cruise ship so far

HSBC profits worse than forecast after jump in bad debt provisions

The UK lender reported first-quarter pre-tax profits of £9.4 billion US dollars (£6.96 billion), down from 9.5 billion (£7 billion) a year earlier.

Royal Navy warship HMS Iron Duke ‘quietly withdrawn’ to leave Britain with just five active frigates

HMS Iron Duke has reportedly been stripped of its weapons and sensors

Iran-US war latest: Tehran warns Trump against being ‘dragged back into quagmire’ as Strait of Hormuz crisis deepens

The US president vowed to free commercial ships stranded in the Strait of Hormuz as part of so-called ‘Project Freedom’

‘Hero’ marine volunteers killed while trying to save yacht in distress

Tributes pour in for volunteers killed while on mission to save yacht in distress

Men go on trial for alleged murder of paedophile singer Ian Watkins

The former Lostprophets frontman was serving a 29-year sentence for child sex offences when he died

Markets slide as Trump-Iran tensions rattle oil prices and stocks

Asian stocks are trading lower, tracking losses on Wall Street after US stocks fell from record highs

Inside the Met Gala, an Olympic champion learns just how famous she's become

Guests ascended the famous steps of the Metropolitan Museum and entered a lobby transformed to resemble an Italian garden, with a huge moon hanging from the ceiling

Hantavirus: What are the symptoms and how does it spread amid deadly cruise ship outbreak

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