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CBC.ca

Anthropic's latest AI model is sparking fears from cybersecurity experts and the banking sector. Here's why.

Mythos, Anthropic's most advanced AI model to date, has sparked fears about the threat to traditional software security after the AI ‌startup said the preview had uncovered "thousands" of major vulnerabilities in "every major operating system and web browser."

2 Palestinians, including 14-year-old, killed in Israeli settler attack in West Bank: health officials

Two Palestinians, including a 14-year-old boy, were killed in the Israeli-occupied West Bank on Tuesday after Israeli settlers and soldiers opened fire, witnesses said, while in Gaza health officials said two Palestinians were killed in Israeli strikes.

Canada's women's soccer team rises to 9th in rankings following impressive performance at FIFA Series

Canada's women's soccer team moved up one place to ninth in the FIFA rankings released Tuesday after a two-win showing at the recent FIFA Series in Brazil.

Drake teases album release, prompts crowd chaos with massive ice blocks in downtown Toronto

Somewhere inside a massive formation of ice blocks in a downtown Toronto parking lot lies the answer many hip-hop fans have been waiting for: the release date of Drake's forthcoming album.

Nunavut man wins volleyball title after surviving 3 days in blizzard on snowmobile trip to tournament

Peter Qayutinuak Jr. was part of a group of five Taloyoak, Nunavut, residents who were headed for Gjoa Haven on snowmobiles on Apr. 7 for a volleyball tournament. There was a blizzard and they tried to beat it, but Qayutinuak ended up getting separated from the group, and he wasn't found for another three days.

Can liberal democracy be saved?

Is liberal democracy dying? If so, can it be revived? A conversation with Nobel laureate Daron Acemoglu.

Century-old Winnipeg clothing manufacturer gets a new chapter from Brokenhead Ojibway Nation purchasing it

Brokenhead Ojibway Nation's purchase of clothing manufacturer Freed & Freed International will create economic and procurement opportunities within the industry, as well as an opportunity to provide jobs and skills, Chief Gordon BlueSky says.

Manitoba municipality has no authority to ban 'disruptive' resident from council meetings, judge rules

A judge has told a municipality in eastern Manitoba it cannot ban a resident it considers disruptive from attending council meetings.

Knives, box cutters, even a hacksaw. What weapon detectors uncovered at the Halifax Infirmary

Devices that look for weapons or items that could be used as a weapon were installed at the Halifax Infirmary following a stabbing last year. Some of the items now in the hospital's possession include knives, box cutters, a hacksaw and what one official calls "improvised weapons."
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Toronto Star

Former Conservative leader explains why he joined Mark Carney's trade advisory council

Erin O'Toole said his decision was driven by his desire to bring his business and defence sector expertise to discussions on Canada's economic relationship with the United States.

Shooting at Mexico pyramids that killed Canadian tourist was planned: officials

Sheinbaum wrote on social media that Monday's shooting at the site of the Teotihuacán pyramids "deeply pains" her government and said she was in touch with the Canadian Embassy.

Fairview Mall shooting leaves person in life-threatening condition, suspect at large

The shooting occurred around 10:05 a.m., only minutes after the mall at Sheppard Avenue East and Don Mills Road had opened.

Carney reveals new members of revived Canada-U.S. trade advisory council

Carney said Tuesday the panel of advisors will serve as "a forum for expertise and strategy on all aspects of the Canada-U.S. economic relationship"

Some Canadian exporters could get refunds after 'Liberation Day' tariffs struck down

The CFIB says some Canadian firms qualify for a rebate after a judge at the U.S. Court of International Trade struck down Trump's "Liberation Day" tariffs as unconstitutional.

Drake's 'Iceman' sculpture downtown sparks police response as fans hack off chunks, set fire to blocks

Police and fire services were called to giant ice blocks over public safety concerns after fans reportedly showed up with pickaxes and hammers.

Baby dies in hospital after being found unresponsive in vehicle in Toronto neighbourhood

Fire crews, paramedics and police all responded to the scene after a baby was found without vital signs around 5 p.m. on Monday.

Watch: Jonathan Haidt and Ava Smithing discuss how world-changing technologies impact today's youth

A tipping point of tolerance for Big Tech’s reach into children’s development appears to be taking place.

Toronto has a new master plan to win over tourists — but there are a few things that need fixing first

The Destination Toronto plan took 15 months to put together. It's the first time in decades a master plan has been created for the city.

This $17M customizable penthouse boasts a 6,000 sq. ft. rooftop terrace overlooking the Rosedale Ravine

Atop "one of the only true condo buildings" in the heart of South Rosedale lies a penthouse with panoramic ravine views.
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Globe and Mail

Harvey Weinstein’s third rape trial opens in New York

Rape charge involving a 2013 encounter in a Manhattan hotel has lingered, due to an overturned conviction followed by a jury deadlock

Mexico’s Sheinbaum vows to probe deadly shooting of Canadian tourist at pyramids

The assailant was carrying ‘literature, images and manuscripts’ related to Columbine shooting, official says

Some MAGA faithful say Trump is God’s man. Some are calling him the Antichrist

The administration’s increasing use of Christian rhetoric has backfired among some religious voters

Fired U.K. official says he was pressed to approve Mandelson as U.S. ambassador

Oliver Robbins tells House committee the Foreign Secretary’s office was ‘under constant pressure’ from the PMO

Purdue Pharma to be sentenced in criminal opioids case

OxyContin maker agreed in 2020 to forfeit $225-million to resolve federal civil and criminal probes into its role in the opioid crisis

Mind if we drop in? Hot air balloon makes emergency landing in California backyard

The enormous balloon, with a pilot and 13 passengers in the basket, descended perfectly Saturday on a small plot of grass at a home in Temecula

Hot air balloon with 13 aboard makes emergency landing in California backyard

A balloon landed in a Southern California backyard — a balloon with 13 people. The enormous hot air balloon, with a pilot and passengers in the basket, descended perfectly Saturday on a small plot of grass at a home in Temecula.

Gunman kills Canadian woman, wounds many at Mexico’s Teotihuacan

A gunman shot dead a Canadian woman as he opened fire at Mexico's Teotihuacan pyramids on Monday before killing himself, authorities said, in a rare attack at a major tourist attraction.

U.S. positive on Iran deal but talks uncertain as ceasefire nears end

The U.S. on Monday expressed confidence that peace talks with Iran would go ahead in Pakistan and a senior Iranian official said Tehran was considering joining, but significant hurdles and uncertainty remained.

U.S. and Iran signal new round of talks as ceasefire nears end

Trump warns of ‘lots of bombs’ and Tehran threatens ‘new cards on the battlefield’ as both sides dig in rhetorically
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Global News

Carney mourns ‘terrible’ killing of Canadian in Mexico shooting

Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand vowed to 'leave no stone unturned' in ensuring a fulsome investigation into the shooting, which also injured a second Canadian.

King Charles remembers his ‘darling mama’ to mark her 100th birthday

During his speech, Charles credited his mother for her long-standing cultural and social influence and the enduring impact of her service.

K-pop mogul behind BTS being sought by police in South Korea

The police confirmed they have asked prosecutors to request a court warrant for arresting Bang Si-Hyuk, the billionaire founder and chairman of Hybe.

Mexico’s Sheinbaum vows probe of tourist site shooting that killed Canadian

The shooter was identified as 27-year-old Julio Cesar Jasso of Mexico, a state official told the AP on condition of anonymity because he is not authorized to speak about the case.

Iran, U.S. signal new talks in Islamabad as ceasefire nears end

Pakistan-led mediators received confirmation that U.S. Vice President JD Vance and Iran’s parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf will arrive in Islamabad Wednesday.

Canadian woman killed in shooting at Mexican tourist site: authorities

Mexico's security cabinet said in a statement that several more people were injured in the shooting at the Teotihuacan pyramids outside Mexico City.

Oil prices rise along with Iran tensions, U.S. stocks ease off record rally

The S&P 500 slipped 0.4 per cent from its all-time high and is on track for just its second drop in 14 days after the United States seized an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel.

7.7 magnitude earthquake hits Japan, tsunami alert lifted

Officials said there was a one per cent chance for a mega-quake, compared to a 0.1 per cent chance during normal times, in the next week or so following the powerful quake

Ceasefire between Iran, U.S. hangs in the balance. What to know

Challenges face the talks that may be held in Islamabad ahead of the ceasefire's expiration about the future of the Strait of Hormuz, Iran's nuclear program and other issues.

Oil prices rise as U.S.-Iran standoff continues in Strait of Hormuz

President Donald Trump said an Iranian-flagged cargo ship had been fired upon and seized when it tried to get around the U.S. blockade.
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New York Times

Florida Inquiry Into ChatGPT’s Role in FSU Shooting Shifts to Criminal Investigation

The investigation focuses on messages between the chatbot and the man accused of killing two people at Florida State University last year.

‘Donnyland’? Ukraine Proposes Renaming Part of the Donbas in Trump’s Honor.

The proposal reflects a global reality in which governments appeal to President Trump’s vanity to get American might on their side.

Trump Dismisses a Merger While Seeking Suitors for Spirit Airlines

As he rejected the idea of a merger of United Airlines and American Airlines, President Trump said someone, including possibly the federal government, should buy or help Spirit.

The Sam Altman Attack Was Wrong. It Also Says Something Important About Silicon Valley.

The attack against Sam Altman reflects how badly Silicon Valley needs to address the societal consequences of its products.

Tim Cook Was Very, Very Good at Making Money

If the Steve Jobs era was defined by technological innovation, the Tim Cook period was one of exceptional financial growth.

Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway and More Red Carpet Looks from “The Devil Wears Prada 2”

At a starry premiere at Lincoln Center, fashion industry figures reflected on just how much the original film got right.

2 Americans Killed in Mexico Crash Were C.I.A. Members

The two Americans were killed on Sunday when their vehicle crashed while returning from a counter-cartel operation led by Mexico’s armed forces in the state of Chihuahua.

A.I. Is Eliminating Jobs on Wall Street

“A.I. gives us places to go we haven’t gone,” said one bank’s chief executive.

Strait of Hormuz May Not Return to Normal, Whether It’s Open or Closed

The energy industry is planning for a future where the choke point on Iran’s southern coast is a lot less important.

Supreme Court Reviews F.C.C.’s Enforcement Power Against Communications Companies

AT&T and Verizon were penalized millions of dollars for what the agency said was a failure to protect consumer information. The companies say they were deprived of their right to a jury trial.

CNBC

Treasury yields rise as traders weigh Iran peace talks and Warsh hearing

Traders are monitoring Federal Reserve chair nominee Kevin Warsh's confirmation hearing on Tuesday.

Trump tells CNBC he expects U.S. to make ‘great deal’ with Iran

President Donald Trump has repeatedly said he expects the U.S. and Israel war against Iran to end soon since it began in late February.

Tim Cook turned Apple into a $4 trillion juggernaut by not trying to be Steve Jobs

Tim Cook's 15-year tenure at the helm of Apple was highly profitable for Wall Street, as the company's market cap swelled from $350 billion to $4 trillion.

UnitedHealth tops quarterly estimates, hikes profit outlook as insurer manages high medical costs

The nation's largest private insurer expects 2026 adjusted earnings of more than $18.25 per share, up from a previous outlook of greater than $17.75 per share.

European stocks lower as U.S.-Iran ceasefire deadline looms

European stocks traded broadly lower on Tuesday as investors try to gauge the direction of efforts to end the U.S.-Iran war.

Trump says 'I'll remember' companies that don’t seek tariff refunds

Trump said he was "not happy with the Supreme Court" for ruling IEEPA tariffs were illegal, and for not allowing the U.S. to keep tariffs already collected.

Tim Cook reactions: Trump, Altman, Buffett and more on the Apple CEO move

Apple CEO Tim Cook's move to executive chair spurred commentary from tech leaders Sam Altman and Palmer Luckey, as well as Warren Buffett.

Oil prices little changed as Trump expects Iran deal but prepared to resume war if talks fail

West Texas Intermediate and Brent had settled 7% and 5% higher on Monday.

South Korea's Kospi hits record high amid mixed Asia markets as hopes linger for Mideast peace

Korea's Kospi hits fresh intraday high, amid mixed Asian markets as investors brushed aside fresh threats from Trump on Iran ahead of a fragile ceasefire deadline.

Trump says Anthropic is shaping up and a deal is 'possible' for Department of Defense use

Trump said his administration had "some very good talks" with Anthropic during a meeting at the White House last week.

Washington Post

Beijing tightens its grip on AI firms that try to shed their Chinese ties

A Chinese government probe of a Meta-acquired company, Manus AI, reveals a new red line.

U.S. delegation’s departure for Islamabad delayed as Iran ceasefire nears expiration

President Donald Trump accused Iran of violating the ceasefire, while U.S. forces boarded another ship the Defense Department said had been providing material support to Iran.

Two CIA officers die in Mexico accident after counternarcotics operation

The U.S. spy agency has significantly expanded its international antidrug work under President Trump and CIA Director Ratcliffe.

Japan lifts post-World War II ban on lethal weapons exports

The change, which allows Japanese companies to sell arms to 17 countries, is a major shift from the nation’s pacifist stance and comes at a time of heightened security concerns in the region.

Fired official says Starmer’s office pushed for clearance of Epstein-linked envoy

The British prime minister appears to be in the sharpest peril of his 21 months in office, after revelations that Peter Mandelson was appointed despite red flags.

How Pakistan learned to speak Trump’s language, becoming an unlikely peacemaker

Pakistan is the key broker in talks to end the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran. But it did not always get along with President Donald Trump and does not recognize Israel.

Iran talks on shaky footing after U.S. seizure of ship in Strait of Hormuz

Iranian officials have threatened to forgo negotiations even as U.S. representatives plan to arrive in Pakistan for the meeting and a ceasefire is set to expire Wednesday.

Israel told people to evacuate Beirut’s southern suburbs — then hit city’s center

The deadly strikes on the Lebanese capital shattered neighborhoods where many people had taken refuge after being displaced by earlier Israeli bombardments.

A new foothold for Moscow in Europe after Bulgaria election

After the defeat of Hungary’s Viktor Orban, the victory in Bulgaria by Rumen Radev will install a new pro-Russian voice within the European Union.

Oil prices jump after U.S. seizes Iranian vessel, imperiling ceasefire

Iran threatened retaliation after the seizure in the Gulf of Oman, and it wasn’t clear whether Tehran would attend talks in Pakistan, with a ceasefire set to expire Wednesday.

BBC

Migrant first to be convicted under new crossing law

Tajik Mohammad pleaded guilty to piloting an overcrowded dinghy across the Channel in bad weather.

Court challenge over Met Police's use of live facial recognition lost

The claim was brought over concerns the technology can be used in an arbitrary or discriminatory way.

Air fares soar by nearly a quarter, research shows

The consultancy Teneo says airspace restrictions caused by the conflict have forced airlines to reroute many flights.

Man admits rape and religiously aggravated abuse of Sikh woman

John Ashby, 32, initially denies the attack but changes his plea one day after the trial begins.

Teacher 'had dark thoughts about abused baby'

Jamie Varley is accused of the murder of 13-month-old Preston Davey, who he adopted.

Israeli soldiers punished over vandalism of Jesus statue in Lebanon

Two soldiers will be removed from combat duty and receive 30 days of military detention, Israel's military says.

Iran sees mass redundancies from war with US and Israel

The impact is being felt by manufacturers, retailers and the digital sector, amid warnings it could get worse if the war resumes.

Woman in court after car hits pedestrians in Soho

Gabrielle Carrington is accused of causing grievous bodily harm to two people who were hit by a car.

Championship clubs reject bringing in VAR next season

Championship clubs have turned down the chance to introduce a challenge system of VAR for the 2026-27 season.

Boy, 17, pleads guilty to synagogue arson attack

Accelerant was thrown through the window of Kenton United Synagogue on Saturday night.

The Independent

Hopes of peace deal fade as Trump says he ‘expects to be bombing’ when ceasefire deadline expires

US president said he does not want to extend the ceasefire with Tehran and that the American military is ‘raring to go’

Earth Day started as a US 'teach-in' 56 years ago. Now it's a global event

Millions of people around the world will pause, at least for a moment, to mark Earth Day

Trump latest: Fed nominee grilled on Epstein links and 2020 election conspiracies in hearing to replace Jerome Powell

President’s pick for Federal Reserve chairman faces key hurdles and tough questions from Senate Banking Committee

IDF soldier jailed for smashing Jesus statue with an axe in Lebanon

Six other soldiers could be punished for failing to stop the incident or report it

No 10 put ‘constant pressure’ on Foreign Office to get Mandelson in post

Downing Street also accused of trying to find diplomatic job for former Starmer aide Matthew Doyle, later suspended by the party for his links to a convicted paedophile

A fake disease fooled the internet — here’s how it happened

As a society, our collective capacity to recognise false information is at risk

Congress will vote to expand ‘God Squad’ reach and gut endangered species protections – on Earth Day

The ESA has prevented the extinction of 99% of protected species

MAGA lawmaker dismisses Kash Patel scandal: ‘I’ve seen plenty of guys drink and have fun’

Georgia Republican Rep. Rich McCormick defends FBI director over accusations of excessive drinking: ‘As long as it doesn’t affect his job in a negative way, I’m cool’

Chinese national arrested for ‘taking pictures of US planes on military base’

The 21-year-old was arrested at a New York airport while trying to leave the U.S.

AI startup Anthropic commits $100 billion to Amazon's AWS over next 10 years

Artificial intelligence company Anthropic has signed a new agreement to commit more than $100 billion over the next 10 years to Amazon’s AWS cloud platform to train and run its Claude chatbot