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What you need to know about the election of a new Speaker

On Tuesday, MPs will be electing a new Speaker of the House of Commons, in the wake of Anthony Rota's resignation. It will be a day for the Canadian political history books, as well as a day full of pomp and procedure. Here's what you need to know about the role, the contenders, and the process.

Federal ministers still lack mandate letters, two months after majority shuffled

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has yet to issue mandate letters for his cabinet ministers, two months after announcing an overhaul to his front bench.

Top-secret national security data behind precedent-setting Canadian spy trial

The trial of Cameron Ortis, a former senior RCMP intelligence official accused of passing on top-secret national security data, is set to begin on Tuesday.

U.S. health officials propose using a cheap antibiotic as a 'morning-after pill' against STDs

U.S. health officials plan to endorse a common antibiotic as a morning-after pill that gay and bisexual men can use to try to avoid some increasingly common sexually transmitted diseases.

Where can I get a COVID-19 rapid test? CTV News looks at the rules in each province and territory

As Canadians prepare for another respiratory virus season this fall and winter, some may be curious to know if what they have is a cold, flu or possibly COVID-19. With rapid antigen tests being one popular option, CTV News looks at how many are still in stock in Canada and where you can get one.

UN authorizes a second malaria vaccine. Experts warn it's not enough to stop the disease spreading

The World Health Organization authorized a second malaria vaccine on Monday, a decision that could offer countries a cheaper and a more readily available option than the world's first shot against the parasitic disease.

Sam Bankman-Fried must now convince a jury that the former crypto king was not a crook

For a while, Sam Bankman-Fried tried to convince politicians and the public that he was the next J.P. Morgan. Now, he has to convince a jury that he wasn't, in reality, the next Bernie Madoff.

Scientists have observed antimatter free-falling due to gravity for the first time

For the first time, an international team of scientists have directly observed that antimatter – the mysterious counterpart to ordinary matter – free-falls under gravity, answering a question which has been the subject of endless speculation among the scientific community.

Venus may be choked in toxic clouds, but lightning could be a rare sight there, new data suggests

We know the second planet from the Sun to be an inhospitable place, cloaked in thick, yellow clouds of sulfuric acid – but according to a new study, a hypothetical trip to Venus might not be full of thunder and lightning.

Late-night shows return after writers strike as actors resume talks that could end their standoff

Late-night talk shows are returning Monday after a five-month absence brought on by the Hollywood writers strike, while actors completed the first day of talks that could end their own long work walk-off.

A second U.K. police force is looking into allegations of sexual offences committed by Russell Brand

A second British police force is looking into sexual offences allegedly committed by actor and comedian Russell Brand, British media reported Monday.

Beyonce, like Taylor, is heading to movie theaters with a new film

A documentary chronicling Beyonce's just-concluded 39-city Renaissance World Tour will premiere in North American theaters Dec. 1, AMC Theaters announced Monday.

Laurentian Bank appoints new CEO after computer mainframe outage

Following a major power outage last week, the effects of which are still being felt, Laurentian Bank has announced the departure of its president and chief executive officer, Rania Llewellyn, and its board chairman Michael Mueller.

Stock market today: Most of Wall Street slips as the bond market cranks up the pressure

Most stocks are drifting lower Monday as the constrictor of higher interest rates tightens its coils around Wall Street.

Disney, DeSantis legal fights ratchet up as company demands documents from Florida governor

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis asked that Disney's First Amendment lawsuit against him be tossed from federal court, and Disney demanded emails, texts and other communications from the governor's office in a separate state court lawsuit originally brought by DeSantis appointees of Walt Disney World's governing district.

New study shows where you fall on new internet addiction spectrum

Researchers have come up with categories for people who are addicted to the internet and for those who are at risk.

Did the pandemic change the way we treat others? We want to hear from you

In a country known for its kindness, have Canadians started to change? Some say there's been a decline in the way we treat others since the pandemic. We want to hear your thoughts.

Mexico's rescue and drug-sniffing dogs start out at the army's puppy kindergarten

Raptors president Masai Ujiri on Knicks lawsuit: 'Go figure'

Toronto Raptors president Masai Ujiri is dismissive of a lawsuit brought against his team by the rival New York Knicks.

Francis Lee, former Manchester City and England striker, dies at 79

Francis Lee, the former Manchester City and England striker, has died. He was 79. Lee's death was announced on Monday by City, where he was also its chairman in the 1990s after retiring from playing soccer.

David Beckham reflects on highs and lows in documentary, calls it an 'emotional rollercoaster'

David Beckham delves back into the hateful treatment he received following his infamous 1998 World Cup red card - and its impact on him - in a new Netflix documentary series pegged to the 10th anniversary of his retirement.

Andretti Global clears first hurdle to join Formula One as an 11th team with FIA expansion approval

The FIA on Monday said Michael Andretti meets all required criteria to field a Formula One team, an important step toward expanding the F1 grid to 11 teams.

Unifor sets Oct. 9 deadline for contract talks with General Motors

Unifor has set a deadline for its contract talks with General Motors for 11:59 p.m. on Oct. 9.

From vehicle brakes to smart plugs: These were the major recalls in Canada this week

This week the government of Canada issued recalls and safety alerts for a series of vehicle components and consumer products. With dangers ranging from short circuit fire risks to electric shock hazards, here are some recalls the country has seen this week.