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CBC.ca
This Japanese town cancelled its cherry blossom festival to stop overtourism. It didn’t work
Fujiyoshida was a sleepy town with a great view — until its cherry blossoms went viral on social media. Now, it’s the latest travel hotspot struggling to find ways to balance tourism with liveability.
Queen Elizabeth’s 'legacy is locked in': 100th anniversary of her birth prompts nostalgia, commemoration
The commemoration of the 100th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth's birth on April 21, 1926, offers what might be considered typical royal recognitions for such milestones. But the moment also offers an opportunity to assess the legacy of Britain’s longest-reigning monarch.
Rare footage reveals 'fish city' near an Ontario nuclear plant on Lake Huron
In the warm waters emanating from Ontario's largest nuclear plant, fish are gathering by the thousands. Ahead of an Earth Day livestream, CBC News got a rare look at what some call a 'fish city,' a striking scene scientists say may signal a changing Great Lakes ecosystem.
‘It’s more shouting’: Finland’s president says he’s not exactly a ‘Trump whisperer’
Finnish President Alexander Stubb sat down with CBC News chief political correspondent Rosemary Barton to talk about trade, his relationship with U.S. President Donald Trump and NATO’s role in a shifting global order.
Andersen, Hurricanes shut out Senators in Game 1 after opening-faceoff fight
Logan Stankoven and Taylor Hall scored and Frederik Andersen came through with a big third-period performance in net to help the Carolina Hurricanes beat the visiting Ottawa Senators 2-0 on Saturday to open their first-round playoff series.
Mother moose removed from Calgary suburbs for the second time
The routine relocation of two moose this week came with a twist, when it was discovered the adult moose had been removed from the same northwest Calgary neighbourhood last year, only to find her way back to the same community and once again establish herself there with a calf.
Gunman who killed at least 6, took hostages in Ukraine supermarket shot dead by police
A gunman who killed at least six people in the streets of Kyiv, Ukraine's capital, on Saturday before taking hostages and barricading himself in a nearby supermarket has been shot dead by police, Ukrainian officials said.
Here's the 'experiment' NDP Leader Avi Lewis is trying to run in Canadian politics
This week, Lewis made the rounds on Parliament Hill for the first time since becoming NDP leader. CBC's The House gave him a tour of West Block — the home of the House of Commons — as he detailed what his political "experiment" will look like.
B.C. bull rider holds on for No. 1 ranking after wowing crowd at 'biggest rodeo in the world'
Jake Gardner is at the top of his game, coming off a big championship win at RodeoHouston that kicked him to the top of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association standings for bull riding.
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Toronto Star
Ontario universities see record surge of applicants — with a notable shift in who is applying
Interest from outside the province’s high school system shows a sharp reversal from 2025, seen as an encouraging sign.
Why Union Station may not be a stop on Canada’s new high-speed rail line
Some of the biggest questions surrounding Canada's proposed high-speed passenger rail line remain unanswered.
He represented one of the Project South officers in court. This paralegal is also an ex-cop who faced serious allegations of misconduct
The former Durham detective says the case against him misconstrued honest police work and misused the "discipline system for a personal vendetta."
This Ontario skydiver plunged to the ground after her parachute failed. Why she doesn’t regret jumping out of the plane
Carol Murray broke her pelvis, several ribs, both her legs and punctured a lung when she hit the ground. Somehow, she survived.
Prince Edward County has become a glamorous destination. If you live there, it might be a different story
While restaurants and hotels garner tourists and international attention, many locals are still struggling.
Why Canada isn't immune to oil's wild price ride — and how we can fix that
Renewable energy presents Canada with an opportunity to reduce dependence on global oil markets, writes Jory Cohen, and build a more resilient energy system at home.
In love with a chatbot: Why people are dating AI 'companions,' and what it means for their life skills
Amid a loneliness epidemic and dating crisis, people are turning to chatbots for connection without the friction.
Inside the growing Toronto social club where people in their 40s, 50s and 60s make great conversation —and, ideally, great friends
Social Club 150 founder Keely Kemp is expanding her phone-free events across the city to help Torontonians prioritize social health.
How China became the world's first 'electrostate' — and what Canada can learn from the Far East
China’s fusion of AI and clean energy is reshaping global power, writes Daniel Araya. Canada already has what the new economy needs: clean electricity and critical minerals — we just lack national co-ordination.
If you think Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is hurting the Blue Jays this season, there are a few things you should know
An early lack of pop, which we've seen from Vladdy before, has a lot of Jays watchers going off the deep end.
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Globe and Mail
Strait of Hormuz blocked as Iran, U.S. hit standstill in peace talks
Iran’s top negotiator said two sides were far apart on nuclear issues after country again seized control of the strategic waterway
Pope Leo downplays reports of feud with Trump
Pope Leo sought to downplay his feud with U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday, saying reporting about comments he has made so far during his Africa tour "has not been accurate in all its aspects."
Ukrainian police shoot and kill a gunman who killed at least 6 and took hostages in a supermarket
A gunman who killed at least six people in Kyiv, Ukraine's capital, before taking hostages and barricading himself inside a supermarket on Saturday has been shot and killed by police, Ukrainian officials said. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy commented Saturday on the deadly shooting in Kyiv.
Lyrid meteor shower is visible now and peaking soon. Here’s how to spot it
Go outside after midnight and venture away from tall buildings and city lights
Six die in Kyiv shooting, police kill gunman after hostage situation
Ukraine’s Security Service says shooting is being investigated as terrorist act
Pope Leo downplays feud with Trump, says ‘not in my interest’ to debate him
First U.S. pope previously blasted leaders who spend billions on wars and said world was ‘being ravaged by a handful of tyrants’
Iran reimposes restrictions on Strait of Hormuz, accusing U.S. of violating deal to reopen it
The announcement was made the day after U.S. President Donald Trump said the American blockade “will remain in full force” until Tehran reaches a deal with the U.S., including on its nuclear program.
Trump, Iran claim progress in talks as Tehran closes Strait of Hormuz again
Iran reversed its reopening of the crucial waterway and fired on ships attempting to pass
War broke the Gulf states’ security umbrella. Now, the UAE fears stormy weather ahead
With expats leaving, foreign workers killed and companies closing up shop, the UAE questions whether its good times will return
U.S. extends waiver allowing countries to buy Russian oil
Trump administration allows purchases of the oil loaded on vessels as of Friday through May 16, an extension of an original 30-day waiver that expired on April 11
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Global News
Iran fires on ships, re-closes Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions
Iran fired on vessels and re-closed the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions in the region and threatening the key global oil shipping route.
Multimillionaires band together in effort to save beached whale in Germany
Since his first sighting, the whale has been trapped several times and freed with human assistance, but has become stranded again and is now fighting for his life.
Lebanon and Israel have agreed to a ceasefire deal. What does it entail?
The deal is meant to enable broader U.S.-Iran negotiations but one that will see Israeli forces maintain positions deep inside southern Lebanon.
Iran declares Strait of Hormuz open amid ceasefire, oil prices plunge
Oil prices plunged by about nine per cent on Friday, extending previous losses, after Iran's foreign minister announced that the Strait of Hormuz is open to commercial traffic.
U.K.’s Starmer faces calls to quit over Mandelson security vet. Here’s why
The new information that Mandelson initially failed the vetting, but was still given the role, increases the political pressure on Keir Starmer.
Life-jacket from Titanic survivor to be auctioned, expected to fetch $648K
The life jacket was worn by Laura Francatelli, a first-class passenger, who was among about 700 people who survived the ship's sinking.
U.S. tourist held in Zanzibar after his fiancee dies following arguments
Joseph Isaac McCann, 45, was questioned by police, four days after his partner, Ashly Robinson, 31, was found dead in a luxury villa in Zanzibar on her birthday trip.
Prince Harry says Princess Diana’s death made him not want to be a royal
Prince Harry, during his 20-minute address, spoke about his experience with mental health and how grief, after the death of his mother, has impacted his life.
Trump says Israel, Lebanon agree to 10-day ceasefire for peace talks
Trump told reporters after the ceasefire was announced that Lebanon and Israel would work toward a longer-term deal, and said Lebanon had agreed to 'take care of Hezbollah.'
U.S. military ‘locked and loaded’ on Iran’s power plants, Hegseth says
U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said Thursday that Iran needs to choose wisely as it prepares for negotiations with the United States.
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New York Times
Ageless Beauty
We examine a surprising trend on the runways of Paris.
Gen Z Looks to Nepal as a Test Case of Its Hopes
Many youth-led protests around the world have failed to bring meaningful change. But in Nepal, a new government is promising to do things differently.
The Divine Right of Presidents Is a Dangerous Idea
It didn’t work out too well for kings, either.
New Yorkers Warm to Mamdani’s Redesign Plan for Grand Army Plaza in Brooklyn
The new proposal would make Grand Army Plaza more friendly to pedestrians. It was all the talk at the local farmers’ market on Saturday.
Luxury Brands Bet on the Middle East. War Has Damaged Their Plans.
High-end brands such as Louis Vuitton and Hermès are looking to other regions as sales in Persian Gulf nations plummet.
Are Democrats Becoming a Party of Tax Cuts?
As Democrats try to find a way back to power in Washington, some see tax cuts as a quick and easy way to address affordability. The wonks are freaking out.
They’re Young. They’re Conservative. And They’re Split Over the War.
On college campuses from the Northeast to the Southwest, the conflict in Iran is testing the fealty of young Republicans during the second Trump administration.
In Qatar, Trapped Between the U.S. and Iran, War Forced a Reckoning
The gas-rich Gulf nation is in a state of “strategic shock” after the war dealt a serious blow to its economy, sending ripples around the world.
How Gen Z Protests Have Fared Around the World
Over the past year or so, young people have rallied across continents to oust old-guard governments. What’s happened since?
Syrian Billionaires Needed a Favor in Washington. They Invoked the Trump Name.
The attempt by the Khayyats to influence foreign policy while discussions are underway about potential Trump family deals is an increasingly common feature of the president’s second term.
CNBC
Nvidia's once-tight bond with gamers is cracking over AI
Gamers once helped save Nvidia from bankruptcy. Now they feel left behind as the memory crunch drives focus to AI chips and DLSS 5 disrupts game design.
Iran says talks continue while it retains control of Strait of Hormuz traffic
Iran's top negotiator says his government has "no trust" in its enemies, after Trump says the U.S. won't be blackmailed.
Iran says Strait of Hormuz is closed again as vessels attempting to cross come under fire
Iranian officials say they have closed the strait because of the U.S.'s ongoing blockade of its ports.
Here are 3 forces that drove a remarkable, record-setting week on Wall Street
The S&P 500 closed above 7,100 for the first time as it completed its fastest turnaround since 1990.
Naomi Watts wants women to own their menopause journey: 'Why is it so taboo when we are half the population?'
Actress and entrepreneur Naomi Watts founded Stripes Beauty with a singular mission: helping women take control of menopause health and aging with confidence.
We spoke to over 30 central bankers, policymakers and politicians. Here are their top concerns
From stagflation to energy security, policymakers spoke to CNBC about the biggest risks arising from the ongoing U.S.-Iran war.
'It's sad': The U.S.-UK 'special relationship' sours ahead of royal visit to Washington
A year ago, it was all going so well for the U.S. and U.K.'s so-called "special relationship", but ties have soured.
Trump says he had 'no idea' Anthropic's Amodei met with White House about Mythos
The meeting comes less than two months after President Donald Trump blacklisted Anthropic's Claude.
Iran declares Strait of Hormuz open to shipping but Trump says U.S. blockade still active
The Strait of Hormuz has remained almost completely closed as the U.S. and Iran have disputed the terms of their ceasefire agreement.
U.S. oil price plunges below $84 as Iran declares Strait of Hormuz open, easing supply fears
Oil prices tumbled more than 11% after Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz open amid a ceasefire deal with Lebanon.
Washington Post
In Angola, love for an American pope but not for an American president
In Luanda, Catholics expressed love and admiration for Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope, but not so much for President Trump because of the war in Iran.
Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again; 2 ships report attacks while trying to cross
India said it summoned Iran’s Ambassador in New Delhi, conveying concerns over “a shooting incident" in the strait involving two Indian-flagged ships.
Here’s what the stock market might have gotten wrong about the Iran war
Amid confusion over the Strait of Hormuz, a starkly different reality is unfolding defined by disrupted supply lines and damaged infrastructure.
After Orban’s defeat in Hungary, Bulgaria offers Kremlin’s next best bet
Analysts and former diplomats say they fear the hand of the Kremlin in Bulgaria’s election Sunday as Moscow seeks to retain influence inside the E.U.
Why China is taking a behind-the-scenes role in the Iran war
As Trump pursued an unpopular war, Beijing positioned itself as a peacemaker, with little incentive to pressure Iran or annoy the U.S.
Iran disputes claims of new agreements with Trump
Tehran put limits on the Strait of Hormuz’s opening, as the United States issued a new sanctions exemption on the sale of Russian oil.
One of the world’s most wanted men is arrested, ending years-long hunt
Daniel Joseph Kinahan, a fugitive suspected of leading a powerful gang in Ireland, was arrested in Dubai as part of a secret operation by Irish and UAE police.
Displaced Lebanese families rush home as fragile ceasefire takes force
Even amid uncertainty over whether the truce would hold, many in Lebanon expressed relief at the prospect of quiet as aid groups mobilized help.
BBC
Chief Rabbi says attacks 'gathering momentum' after new synagogue arson attempt
The warning comes after a north-west London synagogue was hit by an arson attack overnight.
Jesy Nelson appeals after car with medical equipment is stolen
Jesy Nelson offers a £10,000 reward for the recovery of her car, which had medical equipment inside.
Rat poison found in HiPP baby food jar in Austria, police say
The band warned on Saturday that consuming the purées many be potentially "life-threatening".
Watch: Obama and Mamdani sing with children in New York
The former US president and New York City mayor meet for the first time at a child care centre in the Bronx.
Zelensky condemns US extension of Russian sanctions waiver
The US argues that the waiver is meant to ease the energy supply crunch sparked by the US-Israel war with Iran.
Starmer would have blocked Mandelson over vetting failure, ministers say
The prime minister says he only learned of security concerns around the ex-US ambassador earlier this week.
Spring flowers bloom early due to warmer weather and a wet winter
Warmth after a wet winter has led to brilliant, early displays of UK spring flowers, as Sarah Keith-Lucas explains.
Watch: Runners v robots at China half marathon
Robots competed in a half marathon race in Beijing on Sunday, with the winning machine leaving its human rivals for dust.
Bodies of 50 infants dumped at Trinidad graveyard
Police say a preliminary investigation shows it may be a case of an "unlawful disposal of unclaimed corpses".
'It terrified me': Richard Gadd on his follow-up to Baby Reindeer
Gadd's new six-part drama explores the breakdown of the "unshakable" bond between two Glaswegian men.
The Independent
Resignations and firings have depleted the FBI and Justice Department. They're scrambling to rebuild
The FBI and Justice Department are scrambling to rebuild a depleted workforce after a wave of departures over the last year
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Boy, 12, among injured after Moscow-born gunman kills six in Kyiv supermarket attack
Police stormed store, killed suspect after 40 minutes of negotiations attempts
Nathalie Baye, French actor known for her warmth and versatility, dies at 77
Nathalie Baye, a French actor known for her versatility and charm, has died at 77
North London synagogue targeted in another attempted arson attack on Jewish property
It follows recent similar incidents in other parts of north London
Under-16s could be banned from using AI chatbots, minister suggests
Government calling for more young people to contribute to consultation on online restrictions for under-16s
Learner driver charged after fatal crash outside Australian Comic-Con event
Twenty-year-old man dies while another man of same age is seriously injured and hospitalised
India summons Iranian envoy after tankers come under fire in Strait of Hormuz
Attacks disrupt vital oil route used heavily by Indian shipping
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Andy Burnham allies seize on Mandelson crisis to plot path for Manchester mayor to make Westminster comeback
The mayor of Manchester has been one of the most talked-about threats to Keir Starmer’s leadership in recent months
Britain's chief rabbi says Jews are facing a campaign of violence after spate of arson attacks
The U.K.’s chief rabbi says British Jews are facing a “sustained campaign of violence and intimidation” after an attempted arson at a London synagogue
Former Australian soldier Ben Roberts-Smith denies committing war crimes in Afghanistan: ‘Proud of my service’
Ben Roberts-Smith, freed this week on bail, is charged with five counts of war crimes over the alleged murder of five unarmed Afghan civilians between 2009 and 2012
