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• U.K. lays out future defence plan with technology focus, fight over money

  Like other NATO countries, the U.K. is under pressure to increase defence spending to counter a more aggressive Russia and less reliable United States.

  World

  34 mins
• Canadian economy grows 0.5% in April after technical recession

  Statistics Canada said Tuesday that real gross domestic product rose 0.5 per cent in April, the fastest growth rate for the economy since July 2025.

  Economy

  52 mins
• Constitutional privacy rules apply to phone location info: Supreme Court

  Justice Elena Kagan wrote for the 6-3 court that people don’t forfeit expectations of privacy even when they opt into Google’s location history.

  U.S. News

  1 hour
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• ‘Elbows up’ is now part of the Oxford English Dictionary

  The hockey term became a political slogan for the Liberal Party after U.S. President Donald Trump launched a trade war against Canada.

  Canada

  1 hour
• Best known example of Etruscan paintings displayed in Italy

  The ministry announced in May that it had acquired the fresco panels, dating from the 4th century, from members of the Torlonia family.

  World

  1 hour
• Alberta to detail ‘million-barrel-per-day’ pipeline to West Coast Thursday

  Tim Hodgson, federal minister of energy and natural resources, said Monday that negotiations between Ottawa and Alberta toward a pipeline deal were 'going well.'

  Canada

  2 hours
• Canada approves 1st generic semaglutide shot for weight loss

  It's the third generic semaglutide product approved by the department, though the first two were authorized for the treatment of Type 2 diabetes in adults.

  Health

  3 hours
• Toronto ticket prices surge for Ronaldo World Cup game as Vancouver’s plummets

  Canada's defeat by Switzerland last Wednesday dashed the chances of Vancouver hosting the home team in the knockout rounds and instead it will see the Swiss take on Algeria.

  Sports

  4 hours
• All 10 provinces now have long-term sick leave after N.B. law comes into effect

  In June, the New Brunswick government adopted a law allowing up to 27 weeks of unpaid leave for illness and injury recovery — up from five days.

  Canada

  4 hours
• What happens to CUSMA on July 1? The paths ahead as review set to begin

  July 1 is the date set out in CUSMA for the countries to either formally extend the agreement another 16 years or continue under annual reviews for up to a decade.

  Economy

  5 hours
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• Flood watches, warnings remain in place as cleanup takes place across Alberta

  While the worst of the rain may be over following a massive storm that slammed into central and southern Alberta on the weekend, huge cleanup efforts are now underway.

  Environment

  Jun 29
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• Inuit leaders to meet Carney, ministers amid growing tensions over Arctic

  Inuit leaders are set to meet with Prime Minister Mark Carney and six federal ministers Tuesday in Kuujjuaq, Que., at the latest Inuit-to-Crown partnership committee meeting.

  Politics

  Jun 29
• Venezuela faces aftershocks as questions mount over earthquake response

  Five days after the twin quakes, questions loomed about whether the cash-strapped government will be able to care for thousands of people who have been left homeless.

  World

  Jun 29
• The 1st heat wave of 2026 is here. These are the best ways to keep cool

  Various parts of Canada are currently trapped in a heat dome that is spiking seasonal temperatures above average that is set to last throughout the week.

  Weather

  Jun 29
• Leafs ink Stecher to two-year contract extension

  The Toronto Maple Leafs have re-signed defenceman Troy Stecher to a two-year contract extension, the club announced Monday.

  Sports

  Jun 29
• Heat waves are dangerous for pets. Here’s how you could keep them cool

  Environment Canada on Monday issued heat alerts for parts of Ontario, Quebec, Alberta and the Northwest Territories. Here's how you can keep your pets cool.

  Weather

  Jun 29
• A heat wave is set to scorch much of Canada. Take it seriously, experts say

  According to Environment Canada, there are currently yellow alerts for heat classified under every Canadian province and territory except Quebec and B.C.

  Canada

  Jun 29
• Report finds Canadian caregivers perform $97B worth of unpaid labour

  A report from the Canadian Centre of Caregiving Excellence highlights the growing pressure on loved ones to provide care for their families and friends.

  Health

  Jun 29
• Luigi Mangione’s federal trial delayed until January

  U.S. District Judge Margaret Garnett said she was postponing the federal trial so Mangione's lawyers can focus on his state murder trial, which is scheduled to begin on Sept. 8.

  U.S. News

  Jun 29
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• Murder-suicide investigation underway in Ottawa after 2 children found dead

  Police said the investigation is complex and involves multiple scenes in eastern Ontario.

  Crime

  Jun 29
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• Princess of Wales finishes 24-hour challenge scaling U.K.’s 3 highest peaks

  In total, the trek includes a 37-kilometre ascent with a total elevation gain of 3,000 metres and a driving distance of 744 km among all three locations.

  Trending

  Jun 29
• Tariff deal unlikely before U.S. midterms, Canada’s ex-trade chief says

  Steve Verheul says while there could be a window ahead of the midterms this fall when the U.S. administration is looking for a win.

  Politics

  Jun 29
• 28-year-old man dead in fatal crocodile attack near Mexico resort

  The victim's body was reportedly recovered Saturday morning approximately 300 metres offshore following an overnight search and rescue operation at sea and on land.

  World

  Jun 29
• Alberta separatists win partial victory in court on referendum petition

  An Alberta Court of Appeal judge ruled Monday that Elections Alberta can begin verifying signatures on a citizens' petition calling for a referendum on the province's independence.

  Politics

  Jun 29
• Glenn Joyal faces MP questions on Supreme Court of Canada nomination

  Joyal has been chief justice of the Court of King's Bench of Manitoba since 2011. His nomination to the Supreme Court was announced by Prime Minister Mark Carney last week.

  Politics

  Jun 29