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CBC.ca
Half of the Paris Olympic athletes are women. Are periods in sports still taboo?
The Paris Olympics are being touted as the first to achieve full gender parity, with an equal number of female and male competitors. But even with more athletes talking about periods, we're still a long way from de-stigmatizing them in sports.
Dark flowers thrive in this trendy backyard 'goth garden'
Packed to the brim with black foliage, deep shades of green and the occasional white royal wedding poppy, a garden in Carleton Place, Ont., has drawn quite a bit of attention for its unique backyard collection.
As the Biden presidency nears its end, Ukraine makes moves to ensure future U.S. support
The pending shift in Oval Office leadership could have profound implications for Kyiv, which has already started reaching out to both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, either of whom could replace U.S. President Joe Biden.
B.C. Tree Fruits, known for its green sticker, shutting down after 88 years
After operating in the B.C.'s Okanagan Valley for nearly nine decades, B.C. Tree Fruits announced to growers on Friday that it is dissolving the co-operative and seeking court direction to liquidate its assets.
Ryan Reynolds in Vancouver for Whitecaps-Wrexham soccer match
Deadpool star will be in the owner's box when the Welsh club he co-owns faces off against his hometown soccer team in Vancouver.
Health Canada warns of dosing instruction error in naloxone take-home kits
Health Canada warns that naloxone take-home kits from Canadian Hospital Specialties Ltd. may contain incorrect naloxone dosing information on the instructional card.
Each with their own political mission, Trump and Netanyahu meet at Mar-A-Lago
Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump hosted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at his home in Florida on Friday, meeting face-to-face for the first time in years as they each try to boost their political fortunes.
Community rallies around 7-year-old Saskatoon girl robbed of cash, candy at lemonade stand
Madison Vanden Dungen's week started sour and ended sweet.
COVID-19 public health emergency in B.C. declared over
British Columbia's top doctor says she is ending the public health emergency declared in March 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
86-year-old retiring nurse recalls stretcher races, animal crackers and keeping it light for the team
Kathy Skinner says that when she started nursing in the late 1950s, there were few career options for women. At 86, the Wallaceburg resident is retiring after working in Ontario and the U.S., and is taking memories of keeping things light on the job with her.
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Toronto Star
This clean power project could green Ontario’s electricity and change how First Nations do deals — if it can ever get built
A partnership between Georgian Bay First Nations and a pipeline giant could pave the way for a green and prosperous future, but local opposition and cost concerns remain.
Toronto is key to the future of U.S.-based ride-hailing company Lyft. Its CEO explains why
With a degree in literature and a Harvard MBA, David Risher returned to tech after starting Worldreader. "The most effective leaders going forward will understand technology as well as the humanities."
A French feast for the senses opens the Paris Olympics in wake of arson attacks
On a day that began with arson attacks on French rail lines, the opening ceremony persevered in rain — staggering in its ambition, scope and daring.
Supreme Court rules Ontario and Ottawa made a 'mockery' of First Nations treaty, orders them to negotiate settlement in multibillion-dollar lawsuit
The governments of Canada and Ontario “dishonourably breached” their sacred promises to the Anishinaabe of the upper Great Lakes by freezing annual treaty payments at $4 a person for 150 years, and it’s up to both parties to come to…
Celine Dion returns to the stage, wows at the Paris Olympic Games opening ceremony
This was the Canadian pop icon's first performance since she was diagnosed with Stiff Person Syndrome in December 2022.
Liberal MPs snap back at anonymous Trudeau and Freeland critics: 'I am troubled by the public smearing'
Upset over anonymous grumbling by their colleagues in the media, some Liberal MPs are demanding it stop and expressing support for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his top cabinet lieutenant, Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland.
Jasper fire: Overnight rain and cool temperatures helping to quell wildfire at the Canadian UNESCO park
Here’s the latest on the battle against wildfires in Alberta, and the rest of Canada, as of Friday.
As Canada Soccer's drone scandal erupts, here's what the world is saying about us
Here's what fans and international media around the globe are saying about us amidst the opening ceremonies of the Paris Olympic Games.
Scotiabank says payday direct-deposit 'technical' troubles have been resolved
Scotiabank customers reported missing car loan and mortgage payments, and having issues with international money transfers and gaining access to Scotiabank's trading platform.
Slowing electric vehicle sales put plans for Ontario battery parts plant at risk
A sharp slowdown in electric vehicle sales has prompted a European company to put its $2.7-billion EV battery parts plant near Kingston on hold.
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Global News
Trudeau urges Israel response to UN court opinion on West Bank, Gaza
The International Court of Justice's non-binding opinion released last week was an unprecedented, sweeping condemnation of Israel's rule over the lands it captured 57 years ago.
Russia’s economy is struggling from sanctions, western officials say. Here’s why
High inflation, rising interest rates and labour shortages are undermining Moscow's claims of a strong economy, western officials say.
Prince Harry reveals why he won’t bring Meghan Markle back to U.K.
Meghan Markle has faced torrents of online hate after she married into the British royal family in 2018.
France’s high-speed rail hit by arson attacks, disrupting Olympic travel
three fires were reported near the tracks on the high-speed lines of Atlantique, Nord and Est, causing disruptions that affected hundreds of thousands of travellers.
Biden, Harris meet Netanyahu as U.S. urges ‘compromise’ on Gaza ceasefire deal
The meetings came a day after Netanyahu gave a fiery speech to Congress and at a time of growing pressure in Israel and the U.S. to find an endgame to the nine-month conflict.
Surfer’s severed leg washes ashore after shark attack. Docs hope to reattach it
Kai McKenzie, 23, was surfing off Australia's east coast when a three-metre-long great white shark attacked him, severing his right leg.
Why is convicted child rapist Steven van de Velde allowed in Olympics?
Steven van de Velde pleaded guilty to raping a 12-year-old British girl when he was 19, after meeting the minor online and chatting with her for months.
Trump shooting is latest in ‘very long’ global wave of political violence
The shooting came after attempted and completed assassinations of politicians in Slovakia, the United Kingdom, Japan, Ecuador, Brazil and other countries over the past few years.
Top U.K. rider out of Olympics after horse-whipping video surfaces
One of Britain's most decorated Olympians is out of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games as she faces an investigation into alleged animal abuse.
Prince William’s eye-popping annual salary revealed in royal report
The Duchy of Cornwall has revealed Prince William's salary for 2023, which covers the 'official, charitable and private activities' of his family.
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New York Times
The Olympics Have Arrived
The Games present untold opportunities to geek out on sports you haven’t thought about for several years, or ever.
Kamala Harris Is Known Abroad for a Personal Touch, and Tough Talk
Heads of state and diplomats who have interacted with the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee say she uses humor, and talk of food, to help leaven hard discussions.
5 Excerpts From JD Vance’s Emails to a Transgender Classmate
A former Yale Law School classmate shared with The Times about 90 emails and text messages with Mr. Vance. Here are some of the most revealing moments in their correspondence.
What to Know About Kamala Harris’s Foreign Policy Positions
Here is what we know about the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee’s views on issues like migration and the wars in Ukraine and Gaza.
The Top 3 Mistakes To Avoid With Your 401(k)
Here is what experts say are the costliest stumbles people make with their retirement savings accounts — and how to get back on course.
JD Vance, an Unlikely Friendship and Why It Ended
His political views differed from a transgender classmate’s, but they forged a bond that lasted a decade — until Mr. Vance seemed to pivot, politically and personally.
The Right-Wing Dream of ‘Self-Deportation’
Some conservatives have a grim proposal to make undocumented immigrants leave: Exclude their children from schools.
Away From the War in Gaza, Another Palestinian Economy Is Wrecked
With the closure of checkpoints, Israeli Arabs cannot come to Jenin and Tulkarm to shop, and West Bank Palestinians cannot leave to work in Israel, cutting incomes and building militancy.
How Do You Solve a Problem Like Elon?
Linda Yaccarino, the C.E.O. of X, has worked hard to bring back advertisers and fix the platform’s business. But its owner, Elon Musk, is always one whim away from undoing her work.
‘No One to Talk To’: The Lingering Trauma of Russian Rape in Ukraine
Prosecutors in Ukraine are pursuing cases of sexual assault by Russian soldiers, but survivors say more financial and psychological support is needed.
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CNBC
Bill Ackman's IPO of Pershing Square closed-end fund is postponed, NYSE says
Bill Ackman is postponing the highly scrutinized listing of Pershing Square's U.S. closed-end fund, according to a notice on the NYSE's website.
Fed’s key inflation gauge rose 2.5% in June from a year ago, easing path to rate cut
The PCE price index was expected to increase 0.1% in June and 2.5% from a year ago.
Warner Bros. Discovery sues NBA to secure media rights awarded to Amazon
Warner Bros. Discovery has sued the NBA in an effort to keep distributing the league's games, after it chose NBCUniversal and Amazon as new media partners.
FAA approves SpaceX to resume Falcon 9 rocket launches after two-week hiatus
The FAA approved SpaceX to resume flights of its mainstay Falcon 9 rocket after being grounded about two weeks ago following a rare inflight failure.
UK Finance Minister Rachel Reeves pledges most 'pro-growth, pro-business' government the country has seen
U.K. Finance Minister Rachel Reeves said Friday that the new Labour government would be the most pro-growth and pro-business the country has seen.
Eurostar cancels quarter of train services ahead of Olympics after arson attacks on French railway
French railway operator SNCF said in a statement its network had experienced several concurrent attacks on Thursday night, with fire damaging its facilities.
Crypto firm Ledger hikes prices of iPod-inspired wallet by 40% and launches new mid-tier option
Crypto firm Ledger is increasing the price of Ledger Stax, its iPod-inspired hardware wallet, and releasing a similar, cheaper device, called Flex.
Obama endorses Kamala Harris as she builds momentum against Donald Trump
The Obamas' highly anticipated endorsement could give Harris campaign a boost as it builds momentum to rival that of Donald Trump.
CrowdStrike CEO says 97% of Windows sensors back online after major outage
Last week, CrowdStrike issued a routine update to its users around the world that contained a bug which caused Microsoft's Windows operating system to crash.
Nvidia supplier SK Hynix to build $6.8 billion chip plant in South Korea
SK Hynix's plant will be in the Yongin Semiconductor Cluster where the South Korean government is looking to build a massive complex of chip operations.
The Washington Post
Netanyahu’s U.S. visit revealed ‘no workable plan’ for peace, critics say
A “day after” plan in Gaza is a critical component of President Biden’s vision for peace. Lawmakers say that, for all the effort, it remains a pipe dream.
U.S., Japan to unveil first steps towards enhanced military alliance
Biden administration looks to strengthen deterrence against China with a new joint operational command in Japan.
If Maduro loses, will he cede power? Venezuela’s election, explained.
The opposition is hoping for a victory so overwhelming that the authoritarian socialist will be compelled to negotiate a transition.
Russia, adapting tactics, advances in Donetsk and takes more Ukrainian land
The new offensive focus comes as Ukraine faces depleted forces, sweltering heat and turmoil in a potentially consequential U.S. election.
The Paris Olympics, in comics
We asked our favorite cartoonists to watch and live illustrate the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics.
Olympic Ceremonies on the Seine were a daring feat. Paris stuck the landing.
Paris transformed into a spectacular stage — and demonstrated that bold thinking could bring a shine back to a global event that has seen its popularity slump.
Mexico wasn’t told of cartel arrests until kingpins were in U.S. custody
The capture of Sinaloa cartel leaders Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada and Joaquín Guzmán López was a historic coup against a syndicate that’s flooded the United States with fentanyl.
Arson attacks target France’s high speed trains hours before Olympics
France condemned coordinated “acts of sabotage” on high-speed rail lines, which caused mass disruptions before the Opening Ceremonies of the Paris Olympic Games.
U.K. ending challenge to ICC arrest warrants for Israeli leaders
The withdrawal of its opposition to the arrest warrants puts the new British government at odds with the Biden administration.
What to know about the Sinaloa cartel after the arrest of ‘El Mayo’
Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada was a kingpin in Mexico’s Sinaloa cartel, the world’s top producer of fentanyl. He was arrested alongside the son of “El Chapo.”
BBC
Tory MSP Russell Findlay warned of threat to his life
Mr Findlay said the threats would not deter him from running to be the Scottish Conservatives leader.
GB men's hockey team start with emphatic victory
Great Britain start their bid for Olympic hockey gold with a commanding 4-0 win over Spain in Pool A.
Which Premier League clubs fly the most in pre-season?
Each summer Premier League clubs fly around the world on their pre-season tours. BBC Sport looks at the numbers.
France trains cancelled as hunt for vandals continues
Thousands more passengers could face delays or cancellations after an arson attack on France's train network on Friday.
Astronauts enjoy zero-gravity Olympics
As the Olympics kicks off on earth, astronauts working on the International Space Station wish athletes well.
Olympic flag raised upside down during opening ceremony
Watch as the Olympic flag was raised upside down in the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympics
Officers remain at scene of security alert near Dungiven
Police say the area is likely to be closed for some time and cordons are in place.
What medals are up for grabs today?
Your day-by-day guide to what is happening when - and who to watch out for - at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Szoboszlai goal gives Slot first win as Liverpool boss
Hungarian midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai scores against Real Betis in Pittsburgh to give Arne Slot a first win in the post-Jurgen Klopp era.
Watch: Poole paddleboarders' 'jackpot' encounter with dolphins
Ben Felton and his friend Nick Woods are joined by the small pod of dolphins.
The Independent
Royal news – live: Harry shares fears Meghan could be attacked with ‘knife or acid’ if returning to UK
Duke won privacy case against Mirror Group newspapers last year
Olympics 2024 LIVE: Team GB win first medal in diving as Yasmin Harper and Scarlett Mew Jensen claim bronze
The first full day of action sees Adam Peaty, Katie Ledecky and Ariarne Titmus in the pool, while Carlos Alcaraz and Rafael Nadal join forces at Roland Garros
French train networks partially restored after line sabotage ahead of Olympics
French railway company SNCF says it has made significant progress in restoring high-speed train services after acts of sabotage disrupted several lines ahead of Friday night’s Olympic Games opening ceremony on the Seine River
At least 14 killed and 180,000 displaced as Israel intensifies offensive in Gaza ‘humanitarian zone’
At least 12 Palestinians also killed in Israeli strike on central Gaza school
The Philippines says a cargo of oil has started to leak from a tanker that sank in Manila Bay
Philippine authorities say the cargo of industrial fuel oil on a tanker that sank in stormy weather in Manila Bay has started to leak in small amounts
Olympic organizers apologize for introducing South Korean athletes as North Korea
Olympic organizers said they “deeply apologize” for introducing South Korea’s athletes as North Korea during the opening ceremony of the games in Paris
Japan's Sado gold mine gains UNESCO status after Tokyo pledges to exhibit dark WWII history
The UNESCO World Heritage committee has decided to register Japan’s controversial Sado gold mine as a cultural heritage site after the country agreed to include it in an exhibit about its dark history of abusing wartime Korean laborers
Ukraine-Russia latest: Blow for Putin’s forces as Crimea airfield hit and Russia drone debris found in Romania
Nato calls Russian misfires near its member states’ borders ‘irresponsible and potentially dangerous’
Israel orders the evacuation of an area designated as a humanitarian zone in Gaza
Israel’s military has ordered the evacuation of a crowded part of Gaza designated as a humanitarian zone, saying it's planning an operation against Hamas militants in Khan Younis
Mexican kingpin's arrest likely to set off violent jockeying for power
A new era is coming for Mexico’s powerful Sinaloa cartel in the wake of the capture by U.S. authorities of Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada, the last of the grand old Mexican drug traffickers
