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North American stocks rally and oil tumbles 10% after Iran says Strait of Hormuz is open
S&P 500, Dow Jones and Nasdaq all climbed shortly after open, as stocks run toward the finish of a third straight week of big gains. Brent crude oil, the international standard, dropped to $89.13 U...
Ontario government buys $28.9M private jet for Doug Ford's use
The provincial government has purchased a pre-owned private jet for $28.9 million to be used by Ontario Premier Doug Ford.
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.
From Manitoba to Quebec, Canadians prepare for spring flooding
Environment Canada said parts of southern Quebec had received up to 40 millimetres of rain since the start to the week, and forecasts are calling for more.
Iran declares Strait of Hormuz open for duration of 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.
Rural B.C. communities ask province to support foreign worker program changes
Leaders in some of British Columbia's rural communities are calling on the province to support changes to the temporary foreign worker program.
New Quebec Premier Christine Fréchette to meet Prime Minister Carney in Ottawa
Quebec's new premier is set to meet with Prime Minister Mark Carney Friday morning in Ottawa, less than 48 hours after she was sworn into office.
Some paramedic protocols not met in taking Indigenous woman to hospital before sepsis death: Ontario inquest
Ontario forging ahead with medical residency rule for international grads it recently rescinded
Ontario is embedding in legislation a policy that would give priority for medical residency positions to applicants with a connection to the province.
Anthropic CEO to meet top White House aide amid Pentagon dispute
The potential meeting comes as U.S. President Donald Trump's administration acknowledges the advanced capabilities of Anthropic's new AI model, Mythos.
Montreal to display collection from iconic Chinatown noodle shop
The City of Montreal has acquired a collection of items from an iconic Chinatown noodle factory and shop that closed down last year.
Singer D4vd arrested on suspicion of killing 14-year-old found in trunk
Los Angeles police said homicide detectives arrested D4vd on suspicion of murder in the investigation of the killing of Celeste Rivas Hernandez.
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.
Carney aims to secure $1 trillion in investment with global summit in Toronto
The Prime Minister's Office says the aim of the summit is to unleash $1 trillion in investment over the next five years to advance nation-building projects.
Canadian military procurement faces ‘persistent challenges,’ audit warns
The audit said it found "persistent challenges" in the procurement system, even though it is “evolving rapidly” under Prime Minster Mark Carney's government.
‘He turns size into motivation’: Calgary Flames goalie inspires young fan to dream big
'It was just a really cool moment,' said 10-year-old Kade Heisler. 'I've never been to an NHL practice before.'
Parts of Saskatchewan hit by April snowstorm
Saskatchewan dealt with another snow storm on Thursday, prompting some road closures and non-travel advisories. The storm arrived in the province after a mild start to the week.
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Some Ontario inmates missing for months, despite minister claiming immediate reprehension
After Global News revealed jails in Ontario had accidentally released more than 150 inmates over the past five years, the government vowed to 'get to the bottom' of the issue.
From political rump to anti-separatism powerhouse: Inside a politico's bid to transform the Alberta Liberals
Veteran operative Stephen Carter wants to change the small party into a big referendum advertiser. He may change its name, too.
Playoffs give Ingram, Barnes chance to shine
It's time for Toronto Raptors all-stars Brandon Ingram and Scottie Barnes to step up and they know it.
Threats, corruption and intimidation: Is the Bishnoi gang calling shots at Cricket Canada?
Why is Lee Cronin's The Mummy called that? Also, why is it so terrible?
Lee Cronin's The Mummy, a needlessly mean-spirited horror flick that's barely about mummies, may have you asking a million questions. And before you even get to the plot-related ones, the most obvi...
After more than 70 years, a beloved Toronto diner is closing its doors
A long-standing Toronto business has made the difficult decision to close its doors. The Patrician Grill, located on King Street East, was built in the 1950s and has been a family-owned restaurant...
Charter at a turning point as it turns 44
Canada's Justice Minister Sean Fraser says he has significant concerns with the way the provinces are overriding Charter rights by invoking the notwithstanding clause, and he's prepared to establis...
'It's like I gave birth to twins': Canadian director Chandler Levack has 2 movies opening on the same day
In Montreal, a young woman in a Spin magazine T-shirt stares furiously at the blank page on her 2011 MacBook. It's a moment from the new movie Mile End Kicks that could have been ripped from direct...
Canadian firm ignored worker complaints over drug cartel-management links at Mexican gold mine, sources say
Several workers for a Canadian-owned Mexican gold mine received no response after making complaints to the company’s workplace ethics hotline saying that local management was working with a promine...
A chimpanzee 'civil war' erupted in Uganda. Scientists aren't sure why
An unusually large troop of chimpanzees displayed cooperation and social cohesion for decades, until something shifted and they started to turn on each other.
Oilers confident they’ll be serious contenders
The Edmonton Oilers will start their pursuit of a third consecutive trip to the Stanley Cup final at home on Monday and this time the Ducks are on the menu.
Savoie, McDavid lead Oilers to clutch win
Connor McDavid had four assists and rookie Matthew Savoie scored his first career hat trick as the Edmonton Oilers secured second place in the Pacific Division and home ice to start the first round...
Disappointing season ends for Winnipeg Jets with 6-1 loss to Sharks
Macklin Celebrini set a new San Jose record for points in a single season while the Jets secured the seventh-best odds of winning the draft lottery.
#TheMoment neighbours saved a baby black bear
Kristina Whitlock tells The National about the moment she and her neighbours banded together to rescue an abandoned black bear cub in Maple Ridge, B.C.
U.S. singer D4vd arrested on suspicion of killing teen girl found dead in his Tesla
U.S. singer D4vd has been arrested on suspicion of killing a 14-year-old girl whose decomposed body was found last year in an apparently abandoned Tesla that was registered to him and towed from th...
Rising waters in Bracebridge raise concerns as officials warn of critical days ahead
The town is warning people in areas that may have become isolated due to washed-out roads to remain cautious and stay put.
Calgary woman warns homeowners after intruder broke in while she slept metres away
Brooklyn Fox says the break-and-enter happened at her 9A Street Northeast home in the community of Bridgeland/Riverside on Tuesday around 2 a.m.
No reported wildlife, water affected from leak near Cold Lake, Imperial Oil says
An Imperial Oil spokeswoman says the pipeline leaked a bitumen emulsion — a mixture of the heavy crude oil, bitumen and water — within the company's leased area near Cold Lake.
Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen reflects on his mission — its challenges and its joy
Jeremy Hansen sat down with CBC News to share some of his insights, like how he felt during lift-off, the joy the mission brought him, and that one time he accidentally let a water bag explode in t...
Watery gas suspected, dozens of vehicles repaired after fuelling up at south Edmonton Esso
Dozens of vehicles with suspected water contamination in the gas tank are being repaired at mechanics across Edmonton after they fuelled up at a southside Esso station.
