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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 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.
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.
NHL announces start dates for playoff matchups
The NHL has unveiled when playoff-bound teams will begin their quests for the Stanley Cup.
Trump says Israel, Lebanon agree to 10-day ceasefire for peace talks
Trump said in a post on Truth Social that he held 'excellent conversations' with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun.
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.
Carnival cruise passenger wins $300K lawsuit after being over-served alcohol
Carnival was ordered to pay US$300,000 to Diana Sanders after a jury found that the company was negligent in serving her at least 14 shots of tequila in just over eight hours.
Canada’s Jeremy Hansen, Artemis II crewmates set to hold news conference
The four-person crew — commander Reid Wiseman, pilot Victor Glover and mission specialists Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen — splashed down in the Pacific Ocean last Friday.
Russian strikes kill at least 16 in Ukraine in biggest attack this months
Russia launched nearly 700 drones and dozens of ballistic and cruise missiles, primarily targeting civilians, in its biggest aerial barrage in almost two weeks, authorities said.
Europe has ‘maybe 6 weeks of jet fuel left,’ head of energy agency says
IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol painted a sobering picture of the global repercussions of what he called “the largest energy crisis we have ever faced.”
Hopes for U.S.-Iran talks renewed as Pakistan’s army chief visits Tehran
The meeting comes as U.S. President Donald Trump announced the leaders of Israel and Lebanon will speak later on Thursday about halting the fighting.
Leafs share frustrations over disappointing season
The only silver lining in the Toronto Maple Leafs' final game of the season is that it finally ended a long year of disappointment.
Short-handed Senators do enough to beat Leafs
Despite resting six players, the Ottawa Senators wrapped up their regular season with a 3-1 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs Wednesday night to head into the post-season riding a high.
Canadian teams look to end Stanley Cup drought as NHL playoffs begin
The Ottawa Senators, Montreal Canadiens and Edmonton Oilers are all in the post-season, with fans across the country looking for a long-awaited championship run.
U.S. will not renew sanctions waivers on Russian, Iranian oil, Bessent says
The moves signal an end to the Trump administration's efforts to use the sanctions waivers to free up more oil supplies and lower soaring global energy prices.
Anand says Sudan a ‘priority,’ pledges $120M in aid as war enters 4th year
Canada's foreign affairs minister said hunger is being used as a weapon of war in Sudan but it's up to global tribunals to decide whether a genocide is taking place.
2 navy sailors charged in fatal capsizing in Halifax harbour
Two Royal Canadian Navy sailors have been charged in relation to the death of a fellow sailor more than a year after the inflatable vessel he was on capsized in Halifax harbour.
Claudia Sheinbaum vows to ‘defend Mexicans at every level’
During a press briefing, Claudia Sheinbaum called Mexicans' and other migrants' deaths in ICE custody 'unacceptable.'
U.S. YouTuber Johnny Somali jailed in South Korea after statue stunt
In 2024, Johnny Somali posted a video of himself kissing the Statue of Peace commemorating victims of the Japanese military's sexual slavery during the Second World War.
5 things Canada and Finland have in common as NATO ally’s leader visits
Stubb said he and Carney share values and interests and that in many ways he considers Canada an honorary member of the European Union and the Nordic nations.
Mediators working to extend U.S.-Iran ceasefire, officials say
The fighting has killed at least 3,000 people in Iran, more than 2,100 in Lebanon, 23 in Israel and more than a dozen in Gulf Arab states.
B.C. First Nation travels to U.K., seeks compensation 9 years after fuel spill
The First Nation wants the government to come to the table to resolve restoration and compensation for the Nathan E. Stewart oil spill, which happened 10 years ago.
Dozens of ‘cocaine hippos’ tied to drug lord Pablo Escobar to be euthanized
The cocaine hippos escaped Pablo Escobar's ranch after the drug lord was killed by national police in 1993. Since then, they have taken up residence in the region.
10 people arrested at YVR after causing disruption, delaying departing flight
Richmond RCMP said that officers were called on April 11 at approximately 7:30 a.m. about unruly passengers aboard a departing flight.
Iran war fallout has ‘abruptly darkened’ global economic outlook, IMF says
The IMF downgraded its forecast for global growth to 3.1 per cent in 2026 from the 3.3 per cent it had forecast in January, but the new rate assumes the war is 'short-lived.'
Talks ongoing as U.S. blockade of Iranian ports continues
Though last week’s ceasefire appeared to hold, the showdown over the Strait of Hormuz risked reigniting hostilities and deepening the region-wide war’s economic fallout.
Husband of woman missing in Bahamas released without charges
'They had no choice but to release him. It's unfortunate they had to exhaust the entire investigative period to come to the conclusion,' Brian Hooker's lawyer said.
Canadian killed in Lebanon, Anand says while calling for ceasefire
Community organizers say Haider is survived by his wife and five children, including a one-year-old.
Forsberg, Ullmark, Larkin named NHL’s three stars
Los Angeles Kings goaltender Anton Forsberg, Ottawa Senators goaltender Linus Ullmark and Detroit Red Wings centre Dylan Larkin have been named the NHL's three stars of the week.
More than 1,000 in Hollywood sign open letter opposing Paramount-Warner merger
Though the merger will result in cuts, Paramount has contended the fusion of Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery “strengthens the overall job market.”
Cuba’s president says ‘we will defend ourselves’ against U.S. invasion
'If the time comes, I don't think there would be any justification for the United States to launch a military aggression against Cuba,' Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel said.
U.S. says Iranian port blockade will begin as NATO allies refuse to join
Meanwhile, NATO allies including Britain and France said they would not be drawn into the conflict by taking part in the blockade.
Pope Leo XIV says he does not fear Trump in feud over Iran war
U.S.-born Pope Leo XIV told reporters that the Vatican’s appeals for peace and reconciliation are rooted in the Gospel, and that he doesn’t fear the Trump administration.
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Hungary’s Orban concedes landmark defeat to centre-right opposition
Hungary's veteran nationalist leader Viktor Orban conceded defeat on Sunday after a landslide election victory by the upstart opposition.
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Trump orders Hormuz blockade as peace talks falter
The United States and Iran ended face-to-face talks on Sunday without an agreement, leaving a fragile two-week ceasefire in doubt.
