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Canada announces funding for African countries, scientific research at Francophonie

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is set to announce funding to support French-speaking African countries and initiatives to promote the French language in the Francophonie.
Defence minister says Israel has right to defend itself in 'proportional way'

Defence Minister Bill Blair says Israel has the right to defend itself in 'a calibrated and proportional way' following Iran’s ballistic missile attack against Israel on Tuesday.
Foreign interference inquiry to hear from Global Affairs Canada officials today

A federal inquiry into foreign interference plans to hear from senior Global Affairs Canada officials Friday.

Breast cancer patient says she had to lie to get a mammogram in Ontario

When an Ontario doctor refused to sign off on a mammogram for 38-year-old Sidra Lone, the mother of four says she was left with no choice but to lie.
Saskatchewan's largest hospital hits crisis point as overstuffed ER runs out of stretchers and oxygen

Staff at Saskatoon's Royal University Hospital are calling for systemic changes just two days after its emergency room was more than three times above its capacity.
Health official confirms death of Ontario child following rabies diagnosis

An Ontario child has died after coming in contact with a rabid bat, a health official confirmed on Wednesday.

Dolphins 'smile' at each other when they play and to avoid misunderstanding, study finds

For humans, flashing a smile is an easy way to avoid misunderstanding. And, according to a new study, bottlenose dolphins may use a similar tactic while playing with each other.
Google tests verified check marks in search results

Alphabet's Google is testing showing check marks next to certain companies on its search results, a company spokesperson said on Friday, in a move aimed at helping users identify verified sources and steer clear of fake websites.
The U.S. and Microsoft disrupt a Russian hacking group targeting American officials and nonprofits

A hacking group tied to Russian intelligence tried to worm its way into the systems of dozens of western think tanks, journalists and former military and intelligence officials, Microsoft and U.S. authorities said Thursday.

Jury sent to deliberate verdict in Jacob Hoggard's sexual assault trial

The jury has been sent to deliberate its verdict in Jacob Hoggard's sexual assault trial Friday afternoon after lengthy instructions from the judge.
Paul Simon is 'optimistic' about returning to live performance after partially losing hearing

Legendary singer Paul Simon has said he is 'optimistic' about being able to return to performing live after losing most of his hearing in his left ear.
'Very special to be home': Chantal Kreviazuk to play anniversary concert in Winnipeg

Chantal Kreviazuk is set to return to Winnipeg to mark a major milestone in her illustrious musical career.

Airlines' challenge of Canada's passenger protection rules rejected by Supreme Court

Canada's airlines have failed in their challenge of air passenger protection rules that the federal government implemented in 2019.
Competition Bureau gets court order for probe into Canadian Real Estate Association

The Competition Bureau says it's obtained a court order as part of an investigation into potential anti-competitive conduct by the Canadian Real Estate Association.
Vatican Bank fires couple whose marriage breached new workplace ban

The Vatican Bank has fired two employees whose recent wedding violates a newly-introduced ban on marriages between staff.

Here's the latest Vancouver restaurant to earn a Michelin star

A five-seat sushi counter located inside another restaurant is the latest Vancouver eatery to receive a Michelin star.
People are panic-buying toilet paper because of the port strike. There is no need for that

Toilet paper shortages in stores across America are giving folks nightmarish reminders of the pandemic era. But the lack of toilet paper isn’t a direct result of a major port strike Tuesday. It’s because of panic buying.
New Westminster, B.C., aquatic facility named alongside Paris Olympic venue as world's most beautiful

What does New Westminster's təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic and Community Centre have in common with a historic 68,000-seat stadium in Beijing, an NFL stadium and the aquatics venue for the Paris Olympics? They've all been named among the world's most beautiful sports venues for 2024.

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark a near-unanimous choice as WNBA's Rookie of the Year

Caitlin Clark has been named the WNBA Rookie of the Year in a near-unanimous vote, giving the Indiana Fever back-to-back winners after Aliyah Boston won the honour last season.
Days after being suspended Emi Martinez has Prince William celebrating in the Champions League

Days after being suspended by FIFA, Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez produced heroics in front of the watching Prince William as Aston Villa sealed another famous win against Bayern Munich.
Second fan files lawsuit claiming ownership of Shohei Ohtani's 50-50 baseball

The claim to Shohei Ohtani's potentially lucrative 50th home run ball grew more complicated this week, with a second fan filing a lawsuit asserting he had possession of the historic baseball.

A 5th recall for Tesla Cybertruck within a year, the latest due to rearview display

Tesla is recalling more than 27,000 Cybertrucks because the rearview camera image may not activate immediately after shifting into reverse, the fifth recall for the vehicle since it went on sale late last year.
Ontario man shocked when engine not covered under warranty due to 'over revving'

A Pickering, Ont., student going to college to be a mechanic is shocked the engine in his two-year-old car will not be repaired under warranty after the dealership claimed he had been 'over-revving' the engine.
N.S. classic cars club donates hundreds of blankets to nursing homes

A group of classic car enthusiasts donated hundreds of blankets to nursing homes in Nova Scotia.