Woman who wheeled a corpse into bank to co-sign a loan arrested
The man had died at least two hours earlier before a woman brought him into a bank branch, police say.
Trending
Apr 17
4-year-old rescued from under mud in Brazil after heavy rains kill at least 7
Mayors in the Rio de Janeiro state and Gov. Claudio Castro had alarmed residents of potential problems for the weekend since Thursday.
Weather
Mar 23
What was approval process? Board asks London, Ont. police about Dubai training competition
The event in Dubai involved teams from more than 70 countries, including Russia, Mexico, Brazil and the United States. London's was the only Canadian team taking part.
Canada
Feb 7
People arriving from ‘all over the world’ to witness solar eclipse in New Brunswick
The 2024 solar eclipse is bringing attention and tourism to New Brunswick. People are travelling from around the world to observe the rare occurrence.
Science
Apr 7
Go, Canada! The 2024 Olympics uniforms celebrate each province, territory
Team Canada's 2024 Olympic Games uniforms, designed by Lululemon, include a one-of-a-kind print featuring art, architecture and nature found across the country.
Sports
Apr 16
Canada wildfires drove global tree cover loss in 2023. By how much?
New figures released on Thursday show how Canada's 2023 wildfire season — which burned roughly 18.5 million hectares — impacted the global tree cover landscape.
Canada
Apr 4
World food price index continues to tumble, UN agency says
The United Nations food agency's world price index fell in February for a seventh consecutive month as lower prices for all major cereals offset the rising price of sugar and meat.
World
Mar 8
Quebec music festival cancelled after band makes censorship accusation
The festival was cancelled after a local band accused organizers of rescinding an invitation to perform because of its criticism of an arsenic-emitting copper smelter in the area.
Canada
Apr 4
Switzerland’s climate inaction violated human rights, historic court ruling says
The European Court of Human Rights's ruling is expected to resonate across Europe and beyond, and to embolden more communities to bring climate cases against governments.
Environment
Apr 9
American Airlines buying 260 new planes to meet demand
The package of orders includes 85 Boeing 737 Max 10s — a larger version of the Max that has not yet been certified by U.S. regulators.
U.S. News
Mar 4
Canada attending emergency meeting on Haiti amid gang violence
Canada is sending an official to attend an emergency meeting in Jamaica, following an invite from Caribbean leaders who want to discuss escalating gang violence in Haiti.
Canada
Mar 11
Canada UN ambassador to attend emergency meeting about crisis in Haiti
Unrelenting gang attacks have paralyzed Haiti for more than a week and left it with dwindling supplies of basic goods.
Canada
Mar 10
Manitoba florists’ creativity in full bloom in international exhibit at The Leaf
The new 'Fleurs de Villes Voyage' exhibit at The Leaf highlights flower displays inspired by international locations, including Brazil, China, India and the Philippines.
Canada
Jan 16
Brazil marks 1 year since pro-Bolsonaro mob stormed capital over election loss
On Sunday night in the capital, Brasilia, the words “Democracy Unites Us” were projected on Congress' annex buildings that tower behind its chambers.
World
Jan 8
Remembering the golden era of bootleg albums
Once upon a time, there was a trade records and CDs no one was supposed to have. It was a glorious time for hardcore fans.
Entertainment
Mar 17
A long-awaited change to Canadian banking is coming. What to know
Change is in the works that will give Canadian consumers and businesses significantly more control over their financial data, in what’s known as open banking.
Money
Mar 10
Ottawa sets $80.5M for Kenya-led multinational security mission in Haiti
The money will go towards a multinational security mission led by Kenya to support efforts by the Haitian National Police to combat gang violence, Global Affairs Canada said.
Canada
Feb 22
Cavalry FC coach evokes memories of ‘Rocky IV’ ahead of CONCACAF Champions Cup debut
Cavalry FC coach discusses his CPL team's preparations for Wednesday's CONCACAF Champions Cup match against Major League Soccer's Orlando City SC.
Canada
Feb 21
Canada summons Russian ambassador over Navalny’s death, urges full inquiry
A government spokesperson told Global News that a senior official from Global Affairs Canada conveyed Canada's condemnation and urged the Kremlin to release Navalny's body.
Canada
Feb 21
Body Shop Canada files for bankruptcy protection, plans restructuring
The Body Shop Canada Ltd. says it will close 33 stores and halt its e-commerce operations as it seeks to restructure itself under the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act.
Canada
Mar 1