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CBC.ca

Poilievre argues Carney has 'wasted an entire year' on possible Alberta pipeline
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre says the prime minister has "wasted an entire year" deliberating a potential new oil pipeline out of Alberta — criticism that comes after Mark Carney said a new pipeline is "more probable than possible."

Raptors, Cavaliers get ready to face off in Game 7 showdown
Raptors get ready to face the Cavaliers for the final time this season in Game 7 of the first round of NBA playoffs.

Shakira performs free concert to a crowd of 2 million on Brazil's Copacabana Beach
Colombian superstar Shakira gave a free concert on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro on Saturday night, an event that the city's mayor said drew two million people to one of the world's most iconic waterfronts.

Ukraine hits Russian oil-loading port, 'shadow fleet' tankers
Ukraine on Sunday launched a wave of strikes against Russian oil targets, hitting a key loading port on the Baltic Sea and two tankers that Ukraine alleges were illegally used to transport Russian crude.

Alberta government says wild horse population has reached 'unacceptable' levels, advocates disagree
The abundance of what Alberta's government calls "feral horses" has reached "unacceptable" population levels, according to the province's horse management strategy. Results from the province's annual feral horse survey released in April found the highest free-roaming horse numbers ever counted along the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains.

'Build from the ashes’: Fort McMurray reflects on how community has changed since 2016 wildfire
It's been 10 years since more than 2,500 homes were destroyed in the 2016 Horse River Wildfire. The community has rebuilt and fire officials have invested millions of dollars into fire prevention and planning. Many residents are ready to move on, while others still feel they are in survival mode.

This N.L. pharmacist lost a ring 20 years ago. An Ontario man found it in a pair of jeans
After finding a golden ring in a thrifted pair of jeans in Ontario, Dan Howard spent 15 years tracking down its bearer. The owner, pharmacist Bradley Buckle, turned out to be half the country away in St. John's.

I didn't want to become my alcoholic father. I know, for better or worse, I never will be
Fernanda Rodriguez got a shocking call from her father when she was just nine — a call that opened her eyes to the many challenges her father faced when it came to alcoholism and depression. As she grew older, she was able to see that he persevered through difficulties to be present for her as much as he could be.

NASA says it will put humans on the surface of the moon in 2028. How realistic is that?
The Artemis II lunar mission is over, and NASA is already looking ahead, planning to put astronauts on the surface of the moon by 2028. But there are a lot of hurdles that need to be cleared before that happens.

Jeff Bezos to Beyoncé: What to know ahead of the 2026 Met Gala
One of New York's hottest events is under pressure this year — not from declining attendance, glamour or budget — but from criticism, bad press and even calls for a boycott.
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Toronto Star

Ship is attacked near Strait of Hormuz as Iran reviews US response to latest proposal
Trump rejected a previous Iranian proposal this week. However, conversations have continued, and the fragile three-week ceasefire appears to be holding.

More than a year later, the RCMP is still renewing multimillion-dollar contracts for border helicopters
The RCMP has repeatedly extended its temporary charters of three Black Hawk helicopters to patrol the U.S border, with no long-term solution in sight.

For the first time, more than half of Ontario universities are led by women — but it doesn't reflect the bigger picture
Women continue to be under-represented in leadership at the post-secondary level. But recent moves at TMU, U of T and others are being celebrated.

Joe Rogan said Canadians are getting MAID for depression. A U.K. legislator called our system 'dystopian.' Here's why MAID is causing renewed controversy
Canada is eyeing a plan to expand assisted death for mental illnesses. Ten years after legalization, it's just one aspect stirring controversy.

Hells Angels boss Martin Robert wields power and global influence from 'the shadows'
Robert has quietly grown to embody the 21st century Canadian Hells Angels model, which is focused more on money-making than in shocking the public.

How the death of this boy revealed a ‘catastrophic’ failure in Ontario children’s aid — whether or not the verdict is murder
Becky Hamber and Brandy Cooney will learn their fate Tuesday when Justice Clayton Conlan delivers his verdict in the high-profile Ontario trial.

'Waiting for death': Iranians languish under hurtling inflation, economic collapse and internet blackout
America and Israel are waging war in their own interests, says an Iranian who's protested the regime in Tehran. But "right now," he adds, "their interests align with those of the Iranian people — the fall of this brutal regime."

The death and defiance of Douglas: A search for grace in the final days
“No,” I told the doctor. “No, living in an institution was his worst fear. He wouldn’t want that.”

Ukraine hits key Russian oil-loading port and 3 'shadow fleet' tankers
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukrainian forces hit two Russian tankers near the entrance of the Black Sea port of Novorossiysk.

Principal at Mississauga French Catholic school facing sex assault, sexual interference charges
Peel police arrested and charged David Rousselle on March 30.
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Globe and Mail

Austrian police detain suspect over rat poison found in Hipp baby food jars
Probe was launched after poison turned up in baby food jar purchased at supermarket in Eisenstadt
Buy Canadian has caused pain in parts of the U.S., but America will be just fine
U.S. has lost tens of billions in exports and thousands of jobs, but its massive economy means it can absorb such losses

Ukraine strikes Russia’s Primorsk port, stepping up attacks on energy infrastructure
Kremlin says global oil prices may rise further if Ukraine continues to hit Russia’s oil infrastructure, Russian TV reports

Iran calls for end to war within 30 days as bulk carrier near Strait of Hormuz reports being attacked
U.S. President Trump expressed doubt that Iran’s latest proposal would lead to a deal
OPEC+ agrees to third oil output quota hike since Hormuz closure
Increase largely symbolic as war between U.S. and Iran disrupts oil supply movement through Strait of Hormuz
Spirit Airlines shuts down, industry's first Iran war casualty
Discount carrier Spirit Airlines ceased operations on May 2, the airline industry's first casualty linked to the Iran war. It is a blow to U.S. President Donald Trump, who had proposed a bailout, and will cost thousands of jobs.
Nobel laureate Mohammadi in Iran hospital after 'cardiac crisis'
Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi was in an unstable condition in an Iranian hospital on May 2, a foundation run by her family said, after she was taken there from prison following a 'catastrophic deterioration' of her health, including a heart attack.

U.S. to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany in next 6-12 months
Trump threatened to withdraw some troops earlier this week in clash with Merz over Iran war
Trump reviewing new Iranian proposal to end war but ‘can’t imagine’ terms are acceptable
After rejecting previous proposal, U.S. threatens to sanction shipping companies that pay to pass through Strait of Hormuz
Spirit Airlines shuts down after oil price spike derailed restructuring plan
The bankrupt discount carrier has cancelled all its flights
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Global News

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.

Japan zoo worker allegedly admits to throwing wife’s body into animal incinerator
Police arrested 33-year-old employee Suzuki Tatsuya after investigators discovered what appeared to be human body parts in the zoo's incinerator.

Trump says he’ll raise EU auto tariffs to 25% next week over trade dispute
Trump said in a social media post that the European Union 'is not complying with our fully agreed to Trade Deal,' though he did not flesh out his objections in the post.

Russian disinformation poses ‘urgent’ threat to Canada, Senate report warns
The report released Thursday by the Senate committee on national defence and security comes after a years-long study dating back to the previous Parliament.

Man charged with attempted murder of 2 Jewish men appears in London court
Essa Suleiman, 45, is accused of attacking 34-year-old Shloime Rand and 76-year-old Moshe Shine with a knife in Golders Green, an area of London home to a large Jewish population.

Eurovision turns 70. What to know as Canada mulls joining
The annual musical extravaganza that has been likened to a pop music Olympics takes place in Vienna, Austria, May 12-16. It will see singers and bands from 35 countries compete.
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New York Times

2 U.S. Service Members Are Missing After Military Exercise in Morocco
The two Army soldiers were reported missing during a joint military exercise on Saturday near Cap Draa Training Area, a coastal area in southwestern Morocco.

In a Reversal, Doctors From Countries Under Trump’s Travel Ban Are Allowed to Stay in U.S.
In a reversal, the Trump administration has exempted foreign physicians from a visa application freeze that was pushing many out of jobs in underserved areas.

‘Devil Wears Prada’ Sequel Leads Box Office With $77 Million
It was the biggest opening weekend for a traditional comedy in 11 years. One analyst called the debut “sensational.”

Indiana Primary Election Will Test Trump’s Influence With Republicans
The election on Tuesday will test the influence of President Trump, who endorsed challengers to Republican state senators who scuttled his push to redraw political maps.

Spirit Airlines’ Demise Could Help Other Airlines
Even in its reduced state, the company played an important role in forcing other airlines to keep fares low, some experts said.

Blanche Says Others Who Post ‘86 47’ Message Won’t Be Charged Like Comey
The acting attorney general said such messages were “posted constantly” and said the Justice Department had gathered other evidence against the former F.B.I. director, but declined to describe it.

OPEC Plus, in Symbolic Gesture, to Increase Oil Production
The announcement came days after the United Arab Emirates withdrew from the group. The higher output will have little effect on global supplies.

Driving Electric in Costa Rica Is Surprisingly Doable
The charging network is spotty, but it’s a small country.

The Last Days of Butter Ridge
The Watsons were dairy farmers for generations, the rhythms of their lives defined by their cows. Until this spring.

Norway’s Northern Lights Nightmare
This Arctic region has seen a boom in tourism, but as tourists chase the northern lights, scammers chase their money.
CNBC

Greg Abel earns solid scorecard from Berkshire shareholders after first annual meeting
The reviews from longtime shareholders and professional investors were broadly positive, even as many acknowledged the notable absence of Warren Buffett,

Pirro reveals new Trump attack evidence; Cole Allen challenges 'suicide precautions'
Until U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro's comments, prosecutors had not disclosed whose bullet hit the agent.

'Godspeed my friend': Inside the final hours of Spirit Airlines
Spirit Airlines ceased operations overnight after a failed government bailout.

UK government plans to allow airlines to consolidate flights as jet fuel costs soar
The government says it wants to reduce the likelihood of last-minute flight cancelations over the summer amid uncertainty over the Iran war.

OPEC+ announces 188,000 barrels-per-day output increase in first meeting without UAE
Concerns around production were amplified further last week with news of the UAE's shock departure.

Global week ahead: Is 'Sell in May' just a myth?
Should investors 'sell in May' or flip a coin?

Spirit Airlines shuts down after failing to reach a bailout deal, ending discount travel era
Talks with bondholders for a government bailout this week failed to yield a deal.

Airfare amid Iran war: Buy now or wait out the conflict? Experts weigh the risks
It could be risky to delay buying plane tickets and hoping fares will drop, according to travel experts.

Trump says he's raising EU auto tariffs to 25%
The Supreme Court struck down Trump's "reciprocal" tariffs earlier this year, and Europe warned that its trade deal with Washington could be in jeopardy.

Apple's stock gains as company execs cite iPhone, Mac demand in boosting guidance
On its quarterly earnings call, Apple said revenue growth in the current quarter would be between 14% and 17%, well above analysts' estimates.
Washington Post

Trapped in a kill zone for 177 days, his wife’s voice was his lifeline
While Roman Mongold, a Ukrainian soldier, was pinned down and surrounded by the enemy, he managed to trade voice memos with his wife thanks to a commander’s help.

Pentagon to pull 5,000 troops from Germany, alarming Republican lawmakers
NATO said it was working to understand details of the plan to draw down about 5,000 troops, which coincides with a feud between the president and the German chancellor.

A mob hit in Ireland, a 10-year manhunt and an arrest in Dubai
Reputed cartel boss Daniel Kinahan lived a luxe life on the lam, largely in the open, until Irish authorities had him arrested near the Burj Khalifa skyscraper.
BBC

Iran says US has responded to its latest peace proposal
Before reviewing the proposal on Saturday, US President Donald Trump said he could not imagine it "would be acceptable".

Police conclude search at religious group's HQ
Cheshire Police were searching a property used by the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light.

Man and woman die and three injured in house blast
Police said the explosion was "suspicious" but was not being treated as a terrorist incident.

Police officer lowered into crocodile-infested river to recover human remains
Police suspect the human remains belong to a businessman swept away by floodwater last week.

Mild and mostly dry bank holiday but heavy showers possible for some
Temperatures across the UK are expected to take a dip, with the potential for some heavy showers and thunder in some areas.

Sir Alex Ferguson taken to hospital as precaution before Man Utd v Liverpool
Sir Alex Ferguson is taken to hospital after falling unwell at Old Trafford shortly before Manchester United's Premier League match with Liverpool on Sunday.

Ferguson taken to hospital as precaution before Man Utd v Liverpool
Sir Alex Ferguson is taken to hospital after falling unwell at Old Trafford shortly before Manchester United's Premier League match with Liverpool on Sunday.

Police probe link between drive-by shooting and stabbing
The possibility a drive-by shooting and a stabbing in Brixton are linked is being examined by police.

Concern for jailed Iranian Nobel laureate as brother fears she is dying
Her family said the 54-year-old had been taken from prison to a local hospital after a sharp deterioration in her health.

Russian strikes kill 10 as Zelensky says Ukraine hits oil tankers and terminal
Fatalities have been reported around Ukraine as Kyiv says Russian "shadow fleet" tankers were hit by drones.
The Independent

Agent hit by buckshot from the gun of man charged in correspondents' dinner attack, prosecutor says
Authorities have determined that buckshot from the gun of the man charged with trying to storm the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner in an attempt to kill President Donald Trump struck a Secret Service agent

Trump’s nocturnal social media habits revealed as a third of president’s Truth Social posts happen at night: report
The president posted on Truth Social more than 560 times in April

Former marines hired to protect synagogues and Jewish schools in wake of Golders Green attack
Government raised the terrorism threat in the UK from ‘substantial’ to ‘severe’

Price of a pint crosses £10 in London for the first time
It comes months after Guinness prices were predicted to rise by 5.2 per cent

AI may be able to detect signs of pancreatic cancer before tumors are visible on scans, study suggests
The technology identifies patterns in the pancreas that are invisible to the human eye

Ukraine-Russia war latest: 10 killed after Putin’s forces launch drone and missile strikes across Ukrainian cities
Zelensky says Ukraine's military successfully hit Russia's Primorsk port

Iran-US war latest: Tehran offers Trump one-month deadline to end conflict and open Strait of Hormuz
US president threatens new strikes if Iran ‘misbehaves’

Cops appeal for witnesses after boy, 16, and his pet dog shot dead: ’There is a monster among us’
The boy and his dog were pronounced dead at home in Walkertown, authorities said

Acting AG Todd Blanche claims Comey case isn’t about ‘single incident’ as he’s grilled on indictment
Comey posted a photo showing seashells spelling out the numbers ‘86 47’, an apparent reference to calls to remove Trump from office

OPEC+ countries agree modest rise in production as Iran retains chokehold on key Strait of Hormuz
Seven countries in the OPEC+ grouping of oil-producing countries — including Saudi Arabia and Russia — say they’ve decided to a modest increase in production starting in June as part of a commitment to “market stability.”






















