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Montreal Mayor Valerie Plante collapses during press conference

Montreal Mayor Valerie Plante is 'out of danger' after collapsing during a press conference at City Hall on Tuesday morning.

Liberal ministers defend Speaker Fergus amid opposition resignation calls over video

Federal Liberal cabinet ministers are coming to the defence of House of Commons Speaker Greg Fergus amid calls from the Conservatives and Bloc Quebecois for him to resign from his impartial role over a video he made in his traditional Speaker's garb was broadcast at a partisan even over the weekend.

opinion

opinion Tom Mulcair: Poilievre keeps scoring into the Liberals' empty net

In his column for CTVNews.ca, former NDP leader Tom Mulcair says Pierre Poilievre's new 'Housing Hell' video dealt a "devastating" blow to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his Liberals, whose cupboard seems empty of big ideas.

Financial intel agency hands down $7.4M penalty to Royal Bank of Canada

Canada's financial intelligence agency has levied a $7.4-million penalty against the Royal Bank of Canada for non-compliance with anti-money laundering and terrorist financing measures.

'Significant increase' in sexual misconduct in the Canadian Armed Forces, Statistics Canada reports

Statistics Canada is reporting a 'significant increase' in rates of sexual misconduct in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) last year. The report also states instances of sexual assault were more prevalent among women.

6.9 million customers impacted by 23andMe hack: company

Millions of profiles were accessed by a threat in the 23andMe data breach. Here's what that includes.

Parents finding daycare more affordable now, but that doesn't mean they can find it: data

New data from Statistics Canada shows that while child care is getting more affordable for parents, actually finding it is getting more challenging.

The U.S. House will vote next week on formalizing its Biden impeachment inquiry, Speaker Johnson says

The U.S. House will vote next week on formally authorizing its impeachment inquiry into U.S. President Joe Biden, Speaker Mike Johnson said Tuesday, asserting Republicans have "no choice" but to push ahead as the White House has rebuffed their requests for information.

Are you a Canadian who has chosen to live on a cruise ship? We want to hear from you

CTVNews.ca wants to hear from people who have decided to relocate to live on a cruise ship at sea.

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Rain, wind pummel B.C. coast as atmospheric river makes landfall

Parts of southwestern British Columbia remain under a rainfall warning as a potent atmospheric river made landfall along the province's coast Monday, bringing ample rain and high winds while disrupting roads and utilities.
New body camera video shows kangaroo capture in Ontario

New body camera footage released Tuesday shows police capturing an escaped kangaroo in Oshawa, Ont., after it went missing for more than three days.
Montreal Mayor Valerie Plante collapses during press conference

Montreal Mayor Valerie Plante is 'out of danger' after collapsing during a press conference at City Hall on Tuesday morning.
Texas man sentenced to 14 years for exploiting eastern Ontario child he met in online video game

A 35-year-old man from Texas has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for luring a minor from the city of Quinte West, Ont.
2 patients die in ER waiting room of hospital on Montreal's South Shore

An investigation is underway after two people died while waiting in the emergency room at Anna-Laberge Hospital.
Newfoundland cat Coco enjoying sleep, treats after mighty leap from utility pole

An orange tabby cat in Newfoundland is quickly becoming famous for a daring leap from the top of an electricity pole.

World

Senior EU official warns of huge security risk in Europe over Christmas as Israel-Gaza war rages

Europe faces a 'huge risk of terrorist attacks' over the Christmas holiday period due to the fallout from the war between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas, the European Union's home affairs commissioner warned on Tuesday.
More bodies found after sudden eruption of Indonesia's Mount Marapi, raising confirmed toll to 22

Rescuers searching the hazardous slopes of Indonesia's Mount Marapi volcano found 11 more bodies of climbers who were caught by a surprise weekend eruption, raising the number of confirmed dead to 22, officials said Tuesday. One person remained missing.
The U.S. House will vote next week on formalizing its Biden impeachment inquiry, Speaker Johnson says

The U.S. House will vote next week on formally authorizing its impeachment inquiry into U.S. President Joe Biden, Speaker Mike Johnson said Tuesday, asserting Republicans have "no choice" but to push ahead as the White House has rebuffed their requests for information.
Prince Harry challenges decision to strip him of security in Britain after he moved to U.S.

A lawyer for Prince Harry on Tuesday challenged the British government's decision to strip him of his security detail after he gave up his status as a working member of the royal family and moved to the United States.
Putin to discuss Israel-Hamas war during a quick trip to Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates

Seeking to reassert Russia's role in the Middle East, President Vladimir Putin will make a one-day trip to the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia to focus on the Israeli-Hamas war and then will host Iran's president in Moscow this week, the Kremlin said Tuesday.
Man suspected of killing 4, including a 1-year-old, at a Dallas home kills self during police chase

A man suspected of killing four people, including a 1-year-old boy, and injuring a 15-year-old girl in a shooting at a Dallas home fatally shot himself during a chase with law enforcement several hours later, authorities said Monday.

Politics

Liberal ministers defend Speaker Fergus amid opposition resignation calls over video

Federal Liberal cabinet ministers are coming to the defence of House of Commons Speaker Greg Fergus amid calls from the Conservatives and Bloc Quebecois for him to resign from his impartial role over a video he made in his traditional Speaker's garb was broadcast at a partisan even over the weekend.
'Significant increase' in sexual misconduct in the Canadian Armed Forces, Statistics Canada reports

Statistics Canada is reporting a 'significant increase' in rates of sexual misconduct in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) last year. The report also states instances of sexual assault were more prevalent among women.
Canada considering options to get extended family of Canadians out of Gaza

Immigration Minister Marc Miller says he is considering options to get the extended family members of Canadians out of the embattled Gaza Strip.

Health

Eating disorder hospitalizations among boys increased 416 per cent over 17 years: Canadian study

Over the last 17 years, the number of eating disorders among boys has seen a shocking increase, ballooning to 400 per cent higher than the number seen in the early 2000s.
Alcohol taxes aren't high enough, says World Health Organisation

The World Health Organisation urged governments on Tuesday to increase taxes on alcoholic drinks and impose them on products that are currently exempt, such as wine in some European countries.
2 patients die in ER waiting room of hospital on Montreal's South Shore

An investigation is underway after two people died while waiting in the emergency room at Anna-Laberge Hospital.

Sci-Tech

GM's Cruise robotaxi service faces potential fine in alleged cover-up of San Francisco accident

California regulators say a San Francisco robotaxi service owned by General Motors covered up an accident involving one of its driverless cars, raising the specter they may add a fine to the recent suspension of its California license.
Here's how many people will be at risk of homelessness by 2030, according to this AI

An artificial intelligence algorithm has estimated that Canada’s homeless population will almost double by 2030. Researchers fear a lack of action will make this prediction come true.
'That's the real thing': Edmonton man makes rare meteorite find

In October 2022, Doug Olsen was folding laundry in his southeast Edmonton home when he was startled by the loud bang of a meteorite landing on his roof.

Entertainment

GTA 6 leak: 'Grand Theft Auto' trailer reveals game’s release date

A trailer for 'Grand Theft Auto VI,' the next installment of the wildly popular and violent game franchise, has been released early online after it had leaked.
Brenda Lee's 'Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree' tops weekly charts for 1st time in 63 years

The number-one song this week is one that was recorded in 1958. 'Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree' by Brenda Lee tops the Billboard Hot 100 chart for the first time.
Jonathan Majors assault trial starts with competing versions of a backseat confrontation

Jonathan Majors listened silently, head-cocked and eyes down, as a Manhattan prosecutor and his defense attorney offered competing accounts of a violent confrontation in the backseat of a car that led to assault charges against the film star and put his rapid Hollywood ascent on pause.

Business

6.9 million customers impacted by 23andMe hack: company

Millions of profiles were accessed by a threat in the 23andMe data breach. Here's what that includes.
Weak economy looms over holiday shopping season as consumers seek value: retailers

Santa is hearing Christmas wishes from children at malls adorned in holiday regalia, stores are teeming with eggnog and gingerbread treats and a barrage of marketing campaigns are promising the perfect gift is just one credit card swipe away.
Financial intel agency hands down $7.4M penalty to Royal Bank of Canada

Canada's financial intelligence agency has levied a $7.4-million penalty against the Royal Bank of Canada for non-compliance with anti-money laundering and terrorist financing measures.

Lifestyle

Are you a Canadian who has chosen to live on a cruise ship? We want to hear from you

CTVNews.ca wants to hear from people who have decided to relocate to live on a cruise ship at sea.
70-year-old Ugandan woman gives birth to twins after fertility treatment

A 70-year-old woman in Uganda has given birth to twins after receiving fertility treatment, making her one of the world's oldest new mothers.
Rare and valuable piece of superhero history on sale at Moncton comic book store

There’s a piece of superhero history inside a downtown Moncton comic book store that many may not be aware of.

Sports

Canada's GOAT, Christine Sinclair, is retiring. These are just some of her accomplishments

Ahead of Christine Sinclair's final international game, being played in Vancouver on Tuesday, here are just some of the athlete's accomplishments over the years.
Gloria Allred is representing the family of girl involved in Josh Giddey's case

Gloria Allred is representing the family of the girl with whom Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey is accused of having an improper relationship, the famed attorney confirmed Monday.
Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame gives Graney award to Buck Martinez

The annual award handed out from St. Marys Ont. shrine recognizes a media member for their significant lifelong contributions to Canadian baseball.

Autos

GM's Cruise robotaxi service faces potential fine in alleged cover-up of San Francisco accident

California regulators say a San Francisco robotaxi service owned by General Motors covered up an accident involving one of its driverless cars, raising the specter they may add a fine to the recent suspension of its California license.
BMW recalls SUVs after Takata air bag inflator blows apart, hurling shrapnel and injuring driver

BMW is recalling a small number of SUVs in the U.S. because the driver's air bag inflators can blow apart in a crash, hurling metal shrapnel and possibly injuring or killing people in the vehicles.
New technology installed beneath Detroit street can charge electric vehicles as they drive

Crews have installed what's billed as the nation's first wireless-charging public roadway for electric vehicles beneath a street just west of downtown Detroit.

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