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CBC.ca
Canada is scaling back temporary foreign workers. Critics say the program needs an overhaul
As Ottawa restricts the number of temporary foreign workers, some experts say the government should be focusing on improving the lot of those who choose to come here.
Asoka makeup trend inspired by Bollywood is shining a spotlight on South Asian beauty
There's a new makeup trend taking social media by storm, with videos racking up billions of views and influencers going viral just for trying it, and Canadians have some of the most popular versions.
Ottawa plans to launch controversial firearms buyback program during election year
Ottawa is planning to roll out a mandatory buyback program for military-style firearms during the 2025 election year, after the program was delayed by Canada Post's refusal to participate, sources say.
Poilievre hints to police he would use notwithstanding clause to change justice laws
Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre says he would use "whatever tools the constitution allows" to pass crime laws if his party forms the next government.
Arrest made in White Rock, B.C., waterfront homicide case
Homicide investigators have announced a man has been arrested in relation to a fatal stabbing along the White Rock, B.C., promenade last week.
Calgary contractor guilty of forgery tells judge he 'screwed up'
A Calgary contractor who did work on the HGTV show Property Brothers apologized in court and told a judge he “screwed up” as he pleaded guilty to charges of forgery.
Moe says Canada Revenue Agency will audit Sask. to see how much owed in carbon levies
The Sask. Party government decided earlier this year to not remit the federal carbon price on natural gas, a move that breaks federal law.
Hamilton police officer who assaulted Indigenous man in 'disturbing' act to be demoted for 1 year
Brian Wren will be demoted in rank from first to second-class constable for one year and then will be reinstated to his current position, says the retired OPP officer who oversaw his disciplinary hearing.
Military charges senior officer with making derogatory remarks about commanders, allies
Military police have charged a senior officer with making derogatory and disloyal comments about Canada’s military leaders and NATO allies while serving abroad.
Billie Eilish announces world tour, hitting 3 Canadian cities
Music superstar Billie Eilish is embarking on a worldwide arena tour this fall, kicking off in Quebec City on Sept. 29. The Grammy-winning musician will also be performing in Toronto and Vancouver in support of her soon-to-released album Hit Me Hard and Soft.
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CTV.ca
Is there a cost to convenience? Canada approves new cancer immunotherapy treatment
A new cancer treatment recently approved in Canada promises to cut treatment time down to just minutes, but experts have differing opinions on whether it's what's best for patients.
Canada's new dental program offering hope of free care to millions but many dentists aren't signed up
A new Canadian dental care program is offering the hope of free care to millions, but while 1.7 million people have signed up for the plan, only about 5,000 dentists have done the same.
Archeologists search for remnants of Halifax's 250-year-old wall that surrounded the city
Archeologist Jonathan Fowler is using ground-penetrating radar to search for historic evidence of the massive wall that surrounded Halifax more than 250 years ago.
Air Canada walks back new seat selection policy change after backlash
Air Canada has paused a new seat selection fee for travellers booked on the lowest fares just days after implementing it.
Province boots mayor and council in small northern Ont. town out of office
An ongoing municipal strike, court battles and revolt by half of council has prompted the province to oust the mayor and council in Black River-Matheson.
Winner of US$1.3 billion Powerball jackpot is an immigrant from Laos who has cancer
One of the winners of a historic US$1.3 billion Powerball jackpot last month is an immigrant from Laos who has had cancer for eight years and had his latest chemotherapy treatment last week.
3 law officers serving warrant are killed, 5 wounded in shootout at North Carolina home, police say
Three officers on a U.S. Marshals Task Force serving a warrant for a felon wanted for possessing a firearm were killed and five other officers were wounded in a shootout Monday at a North Carolina home, police said.
'Shocked and concerned': Calgary principal charged with possession of child pornography
A Calgary elementary school principal has been charged with possession of child pornography, authorities announced Monday.
Anne Hathaway reveals she's now five years sober
Anne Hathaway first shared she lost interest in drinking after a bad hangover in 2018. She’s now five years sober.
'Deeply unhappy' grocery shoppers plan to boycott Loblaw-owned stores in May
A boycott targeting Loblaw is gaining momentum online, with what could be thousands of shoppers taking their money elsewhere in May.
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Toronto Star
'Almost like part of the family': How Susan's community keeps her out of hospital and long-term care
A new report released today by the NORC Innovation Centre at UHN is calling on the province to modernize its home care delivery by streamlining services in the population dense naturally occurring retirement communities.
Statistics Canada to release latest monthly GDP numbers Tuesday
Most economists expect Canada's economy grew at a slower pace than in January.
Whistleblowers once again prove their worth: No whistle-blowing, no Election Interference Inquiry
The claim that public servants must remain silent, even when witnessing actions that jeopardize public safety, national security, or contravene the law, fundamentally misinterprets the duty of public servants and the expectations of democratic governance, full stop.
The TDSB loans thousands of Chromebooks to students. Parents are raising the alarm on what their kids can access on them
The board’s Student Device Program is viewed as a success, but it has also raised questions around what kind of content they're accessing.
Developers offering special incentives to buyers as demand for new Toronto condos continues to plummet
To attract more sales, developers are using a broad range of offers aimed at both buyers and brokers, including discounted or free parking, lower development levies and smaller deposits.
We're familiar with what's ailing the Maple Leafs. The only cure is a win, with or without Auston Matthews
It appears Matthews will miss Game 5, barring a Lazarus recovery from this unspecified plague.
Former Downsview Airport tarmac will be turned into creative space for cultural events
The development firm tasked with reimagining the site is offering $100K in funding to cultural organizations looking to activate the space.
This program is meant to help homeowners challenge Tarion’s warranty decisions. Now it’s under review after concerns about its impartiality
“In hindsight, I wish we'd given it more thought at the beginning when we set up the program,” Tarion’s CEO said.
Are you an “echoist,” the ultimate people-pleaser? The trending therapy-adjacent term, explaine
The opposite of a narcissist, an echoist suppresses their needs and wants to please someone else.
Animal activists thrilled after parts of Ontario agriculture law unconstitutional
TORONTO - Animal advocates are celebrating after parts of a controversial Ontario agriculture law that made it illegal to get a job on a farm under false pretences to expose conditions inside were deemed unconstitutional.
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Global News
Sikh rally in Toronto with multi-party support prompts India diplomatic rebuke
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau joined Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre and NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh at the Khalsa Day rally in Toronto on Sunday.
Gold watch owned by richest Titanic passenger sells for record-breaking $2M
The 14-carat gold pocket watch formerly belonged to the Titanic's richest passenger, businessman John Jacob Astor IV, who died during the ship's sinking.
Demonstrators set up Pro-Palestinian encampment at UBC
UBC officials say staff will monitor and assess the demonstration on the Vancouver campus and will liaise with the RCMP.
Friends ‘fight off’ shark after it attacks man in Tobago
The victim, 64-year-old Peter Smith, was attacked and seriously injured by what officials believe was a bull shark.
Gérard Depardieu in police custody over latest sexual assault allegations
Gérard Depardieu, 75, has faced sexual assault allegations from more than a dozen women, blighting his reputation as one of France's most well-known actors.
McGill University mulls ‘next steps’ as pro-Palestinian encampment triples in size
McGill University is considering its next steps to deal with the camp set up by pro-Palestinian activists on campus grounds in downtown Montreal, officials said Monday.
Kenya floods: 40 dead in dam collapse after heavy rain
Heavy rains have been pounding the country since mid-March and the Meteorology Department has warned of more rainfall. The flooding already killed nearly 100 people.
Calgary family welcomes refugees from Gaza at considerable expense
There was immense relief and joy at Calgary International Airport Saturday afternoon as Ossama Zaqqout, his wife, and kids, finally welcomed his parents to Canada.
Belarus opposition leader warns of Russia’s threat: ‘We know dictatorship’
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya says her country's struggle for democracy is also against Russia's ongoing subjugation of Belarus, which poses a danger to the Belarusian people.
Winnipeg crowd gathers in support of Iranian rapper sentenced to death
Toomaj Salehi was first detained in the wake of Mahsa Amini's death in Iran, which sparked nationwide protests in 2022. A death sentence has not been confirmed by Iranian officials
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New York Times
Inside a Navy Submarine Navigating the Arctic
A Times photojournalist embarked on a nuclear-powered attack sub to see how the Pentagon is training for a potential war below the frozen sea.
Europe’s Economic Laggards Have Become Its Leaders
More than a decade after painful austerity, Greece, Portugal and Spain have been growing faster than traditional powerhouses like Germany.
The Secret Push That Could Ban TikTok
U.S. lawmakers have long worried that the Chinese government could use the app to spread propaganda.
Columbia Protesters Occupy Building, and Trump Complains About His Lawyer
Plus, a deadly day for law enforcement.
Police Shooting in Charlotte Kills 4 Officers: What to Know
A police officer and three members of a U.S. Marshals task force were fatally shot while serving warrants to a suspect, who was also killed.
Hamilton Hall Has a History of Takeovers by Columbia Students
The Columbia University building, which opened in 1907, has been occupied several times by student activists.
The Tesla Cybertruck Embodies All of Elon Musk’s Flaws
The Cybertruck looks edgy, that’s for sure, but it has serious problems.
Biden Administration Moves to Speed Up Permits for Clean Energy
The White House wants federal agencies to keep climate change in mind as they decide whether to approve major projects.
Inside an Abortion Clinic Days Before Florida’s Six-Week Ban Takes Effect
On one of the last days it would be legal to get an abortion until 15 weeks of pregnancy in Florida, a clinic in Fort Pierce was completely booked.
CNN
Pro-Palestinian protests disrupt colleges across the US
Pro-Palestinian protests are disrupting major US universities, and several schools have called police to remove demonstrators. Follow for live updates.
Columbia begins suspending student protesters
The deadline set by Columbia University for demonstrators to vacate an encampment there or face suspension has passed. Follow for live updates.
Mark David Chapman Fast Facts
Read CNN's Mark David Chapman Fast Facts and learn more about the life of the man who killed musician John Lennon.
April 28, 2024 - US university protests
Pro-Palestinian protests continue at major US universities, and several schools have called police to remove demonstrators.
April 27, 2024 - Campus protest updates
Pro-Palestinian protests continue at major US universities, where several schools have called police on protesters, leading to the arrests of hundreds across the country. Follow for live updates.
April 26, 2024 - Protests at Columbia and other schools escalate
Pro-Palestinian protests continue at major US universities where several schools have called police on protesters, leading to the arrests of hundreds across the country. Follow for live updates.
Day 8 of Trump New York hush money trial
Ex-tabloid publisher David Pecker and Donald Trump's former assistant Rhona Graff were among those who testifed Friday in the hush money trial.
Nuclear Power/IAEA Fast Facts
Read CNN's Nuclear Power/IAEA Fast Facts and learn more about the International Atomic Energy Agency and nuclear power.
Tony Awards Fast Facts
Read CNN's Fast Facts about the Tony Awards, which honor achievements on Broadway.
'Westernization is not the answer': Artist Àsìkò explores Yoruba culture through mythology
Nigerian-born artist Ade Okelarin goes by the name of "Àsìkò" and uses his work to examine aspects of Yoruba traditions.
The Washington Post
Middle East conflict live updates: New optimism on cease-fire talks as Blinken visits region
The U.S. secretary of state’s tour of the Middle East includes stops in Jordan and Israel, with a focus on improving humanitarian conditions in Gaza.
Brave Little Hunter is free: Baby orca escapes lagoon for open seas
The 2-year-old calf had been trapped alone in a Canadian lagoon, prompting a weeks-long rescue effort. Now she must find her pod.
What is the ICC, the global court Israel fears may indict Netanyahu?
Prosecutors from the International Criminal Court have not issued any arrest warrants in response to the Oct. 7 attack on Israel and the war in Gaza.
In a ‘meat grinder’ of a war, Russian and Ukrainian casualties rise
Along various sections of the front line, Ukrainian authorities are weighing whether to sacrifice men or territory while Russia has also absorbed stunning manpower losses,
Blinken calls proposed Israeli cease-fire deal ‘extraordinarily generous’
U.S. Secretary of State Blinken, European foreign ministers and others are attending the World Economic Forum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where the Gaza war is set to dominate discussions.
BBC
Man charged after crash death of woman, 25
Demi Mabbitt, described as a "kind, gentle soul", died following a car crash in April.
New ACL research to be carried out with WSL clubs
A new three-year project researching anterior cruciate ligament injury prevention is being launched in the Women's Super League.
Premier Inn owner Whitbread to cut 1,500 jobs
The company plans to sell or close more than 200 restaurants and expand its hotel business.
Telegraph up for sale after takeover collapses
The ownership of the Daily and Sunday Telegraph was set to be transferred to a Abu Dhabi-backed bid.
PIP benefit changes: 'I want to keep my dignity'
Hundreds of people who would be affected by changes to disability benefits have contacted BBC News.
BBC on board Philippine ship hit by Chinese water cannon
The BBC’s Jonathan Head witnessed a confrontation in the disputed South China Sea.
Police name man whose torso was found in woods
Police say remains found wrapped in plastic on a nature reserve belonged to 67-year-old Stuart Everett.
Police identify man whose torso was found in woods
Police say remains found wrapped in plastic on a nature reserve belonged to 67-year-old Stuart Everett.
King meets cancer patients on return to public engagements
The monarch, who has been receiving treatment for the disease, is visiting a specialist unit in central London.
Archer named in England's T20 World Cup squad
Fast bowler Jofra Archer returns to England's squad for the T20 World Cup in June after more than a year out with injuries.
The Independent
Trump trial live updates: Ex-president awaits gag order contempt ruling as hush money testimony set to resume
Former president running for White House while battling myriad indictments and legal cases
Rio Ferdinand backs revolutionary social media platform without hate that PAYS users
Ferdinand described WeAre8 as ‘the answer’ to the ‘bad behaviours’ that are becoming all too common on social media
Hainault station stabbing: Man wielding sword arrested after police and public attacked in east London
Five people have been taken to hospital after police were called to reports of a vehicle being driven into a house
Watch live: King Charles returns to public duty alongside Queen Camilla amid cancer treatment
Watch live as King Charles returns to public duty alongside Queen Camillatoday (Tuesday 30 April) as he continues to undergo cancer treatment.
Hainault stabbing – live: Man with sword arrested after public and police attacked near Tube station
One man arrested, with public and police officers among the wounded
Walmart launches store-label food brand as it seeks to appeal to younger shoppers
Walmart is launching its biggest store-label food brand in 20 years in terms of its breadth of items
Lavish 2,200-year-old tomb of Chinese emperor unearthed
Findings can provide picture of political, economic, cultural conditions of ancient China’s Chu state
Voices: Could Penny Mordaunt save the Tory party? Join The Independent Debate
Right-wing Conservative MPs are reportedly plotting to replace Rishi Sunak with Penny Mordaunt — but is this is the right move?
Explosion in Cambodia that killed 20 at an army base was likely caused by mishandling of ammunition
A senior military official in Cambodia says the huge explosion over the weekend that killed 20 soldiers at an army base in the country's southwest appears to have been an accident caused by mishandling of ammunition by troops
London horses – live: ‘Relief’ as army issues fresh update on injured Household Cavalry horses
Two horses are making progress while two injured soldiers are expected to make a full recovery
