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BREAKING Trump says there won't be a third presidential debate

Former President Donald Trump announced Thursday that there would not be a third presidential debate.

Ottawa resident who tested positive for mosquito-borne virus dies, public health says

An Ottawa resident who died of a viral encephalitis this summer tested positive for the mosquito-borne virus eastern equine encephalitis (EEEV), the first human case of the virus in Ottawa.

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BREAKING 2 dead, third in critical condition after attack in Kingston, Ont., suspect arrested

Two people are dead and a third suffered life-threatening injuries following an attack at an encampment in Kingston, Ont. Thursday. A suspect has been arrested following a multi-hour standoff.

'Keep your bags packed': Consul general grilled over $9M NYC condo purchase

After weeks of pressure, Canada's consul general Tom Clark is testifying on Thursday before a House of Commons committee about the purchase of his new official residence in New York that generated a lot of political attention over the summer.

This Italian lawyer says he thought he was buying a regular print of Churchill, not the 'mythical' stolen portrait

When Nicola Cassinelli, Italian lawyer and occasional art collector, bid on a portrait of the late U.K. prime minister Winston Churchill, he says, he didn't know it would land him in the centre of an international criminal investigation.

Family of Sikh man speaks out against Toronto-area hospital after beard shaved

The family of a Sikh man from Brampton is seeking an apology, an explanation, and a promise to do better from the local hospital network after they say the facial hair of their loved one was removed without their consent.

3 dead in Lloydminster, Sask.; few details available

Three people are dead after an "incident" in Lloydminster, RCMP have confirmed.

SpaceX makes history with flashy new EVA spacesuits

At 700 kilometres above Earth, Thursday’s historic SpaceX spacewalk took place higher than any previous NASA spacewalk, and featured cutting-edge technology.

A 4.7 magnitude earthquake rattles the Los Angeles area

A 4.7 magnitude earthquake rattled the Los Angeles area Thursday morning, unleashing boulders onto a Malibu road, visibly shaking Santa Monica's 1909 wooden pier and jolting some people from bed. No injuries or damages were immediately reported.

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This Italian lawyer says he thought he was buying a regular print of Churchill, not the 'mythical' stolen portrait

When Nicola Cassinelli, Italian lawyer and occasional art collector, bid on a portrait of the late U.K. prime minister Winston Churchill, he says, he didn't know it would land him in the centre of an international criminal investigation.
Documents show dozens of harassment, violence cases at CSIS. It deemed only 8 founded

When Canada's spy chief wrote a secret letter to the public safety minister last December — the week after a report emerged that two young women in the service had been sexually assaulted by a senior colleague — it came with a warning.
Family of Sikh man speaks out against Toronto-area hospital after beard shaved

The family of a Sikh man from Brampton is seeking an apology, an explanation, and a promise to do better from the local hospital network after they say the facial hair of their loved one was removed without their consent.
3 dead in Lloydminster, Sask.; few details available

Three people are dead after an "incident" in Lloydminster, RCMP have confirmed.
'An unfortunate waste of resources': Ontario woman facing criminal charge following water gun incident

A Simcoe, Ont. woman is facing an assault with a weapon charge after she said that she accidentally sprayed her neighbour with a water gun over the Labour Day weekend, a situation that at least one legal expert says amounts to an ‘unfortunate waste of resources.’
A timeline of harassment claims at Canada's spy agency

The Canadian Security Intelligence Service has recently faced a series of revelations about allegations of workplace harassment and assault. Here is a timeline about the situation.

World

Officers who beat Tyre Nichols didn't follow police training, lieutenant testifies

Three former officers charged in the beating death of Tyre Nichols did not comply with Memphis Police Department training policies when they punched, kicked and hit the 29-year-old motorist after a January 2023 traffic stop, a police lieutenant testified Thursday.
Ukraine says Russia has started a counteroffensive in its Kursk border region

Russia has launched a counteroffensive in its Kursk region to dislodge Ukraine's forces who stormed across the border five weeks ago and put Russian territory under foreign occupation for the first time since World War II, Ukraine's president said Thursday.
Harvey Weinstein indicted on additional sex crimes charges ahead of New York retrial

Disgraced ex-movie mogul Harvey Weinstein has been indicted on additional sex crimes charges in New York ahead of a retrial in his landmark #MeToo case, Manhattan prosecutors said at a court hearing Thursday.
Georgia judge dismisses two criminal counts against Trump, court filing shows

A Georgia judge on Thursday dismissed two criminal counts in the U.S. state's 2020 election interference case against Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump and one other count against allies of the former president.
A 4.7 magnitude earthquake rattles the Los Angeles area

A 4.7 magnitude earthquake rattled the Los Angeles area Thursday morning, unleashing boulders onto a Malibu road, visibly shaking Santa Monica's 1909 wooden pier and jolting some people from bed. No injuries or damages were immediately reported.
Laura Loomer, far-right provocateur who spread 9/11 conspiracy theory, influencing Trump as he searches for a message

Former U.S. President Donald Trump is being influenced by Laura Loomer, a far-right provocateur who spread 9/11 conspiracy theories.

Politics

Singh says NDP drafting climate plan, won't say if it'll include consumer carbon tax

NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh won't say whether he would keep the consumer carbon price if his party forms government at the next election.
Conservatives say they have solution for online harassment after Liberals 'failed'

Conservative MP Michelle Rempel Garner says her party will introduce a bill in the House of Commons next week to protect people from online harassment.
'All bets are off' when Parliament resumes, says NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh

NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh says his team is focused on restoring Canadians' 'hope' but when it comes to the new minority dynamics in Parliament, 'all bets are off.'

Health

Young people report worsening mental health, especially girls: survey

According to a survey conducted in both 2019 and 2023, mental health among adolescent girls has gotten worse as they've grown into young adults.
Ottawa resident who tested positive for mosquito-borne virus dies, public health says

An Ottawa resident who died of a viral encephalitis this summer tested positive for the mosquito-borne virus eastern equine encephalitis (EEEV), the first human case of the virus in Ottawa.
Quebec woman wins MAID case to die at home after legal fight with landlord

A woman who requested medical assistance in dying (MAID) won a major case in front of the Quebec rental board. She wanted to die at home, but her landlord didn't want her to.

Sci-Tech

SpaceX makes history with flashy new EVA spacesuits

At 700 kilometres above Earth, Thursday’s historic SpaceX spacewalk took place higher than any previous NASA spacewalk, and featured cutting-edge technology.
Sony unveils faster, more powerful PlayStation 5 Pro. And it comes with a price tag to match

After years of speculation and hype, Sony will be launching an upgraded version of its popular PlayStation 5 at the console’s highest ever price.
Billionaire steps out of SpaceX capsule for first private spacewalk hundreds of miles above Earth

A billionaire kicked off the first private spacewalk Thursday, teaming up with SpaceX on the daring endeavour hundreds of miles above Earth.

Entertainment

TIFF goes 'Behind the Masks' with world premier of Indigenous film

Being on a red carpet is a dream for most. For Neil Diamond and Joanne Robertson, it has become a reality with the premiere of their film: So Surreal: Behind The Masks.
Taylor Swift wins big at MTV Video Music Awards, ties Beyonce's record and thanks Travis Kelce

Taylor Swift's dominance continued at the MTV Video Music Awards, where she took home seven awards — including the night's biggest, the trophy for video of the year.
The Sundance Film Festival may get a new home. Here are the 3 finalists

The Sundance Film Festival has narrowed its search for a new home down to three finalists.

Business

Air Canada pushing for government intervention as clock ticks on labour talks

Air Canada and business leaders are asking Ottawa to be ready to intervene in the airline's labour talks with its pilots with time running out before a potential shutdown, but so far the government has said the two sides need to work things out themselves.
Canada Bread says Maple Leaf used it as 'shield' in bread price-fixing case

Canada Bread is accusing Maple Leaf Foods of using it as a 'shield' to avoid liability in the alleged bread price-fixing scheme that's the subject of two class-action lawsuits and an ongoing Competition Bureau investigation.
Sobeys parent company Empire reports $207.8M Q1 profit, sales up from year ago

Empire Co. Ltd. says it earned $207.8 million in its latest quarter, down from $261 million a year ago as its sales edged higher.

Lifestyle

Cost of living troubles: Parents struggle as youth sports get more expensive

As Canadians cope with rising costs in all corners of their lives, experts say kids' athletic programs are no exception, making it more difficult for families to keep their children active at an affordable price.
Here's what you need to know about your rights ahead of a possible Air Canada strike, according to a passenger advocate

While Air Canada has shared advice for travellers ahead of a possible pilots strike, an airline passenger rights advocate has more tips for Canadians who may be affected.
Lotto Max jackpot hits record $75 million, could rise to $80M

Starting Friday, Lotto Max draw participants can play for prize of $75 million for the first time ever in Canada.

Sports

U.S. gymnast Jordan Chiles says 'the person I am' was taken from her during Olympic medal controversy

An emotional Jordan Chiles opened up Wednesday about how the controversy surrounding her bronze medal in the women's artistic floor exercise at the 2024 Paris Games affected her, saying the process took away "the person I am."
'A feather in our cap': 'Field of Dreams' recreated in Manitoba

A hamlet with a population of fewer than 70 residents has successfully brought people back in time to 1989 - the setting, a ‘Field of Dreams’ carved out of cornfields.
Tyreek Hill says he could have handled his traffic stop better but he still wants the officer fired

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill acknowledged Wednesday that he could have handled himself better in the initial moments of a weekend traffic stop that left him handcuffed and pulled out of his car by police officers near the team's stadium.

Autos

Suspects in GTA auto theft ring came to Ontario ‘for sole purpose’ of stealing cars: Halton police

Halton Regional Police say they have disrupted a group believed to be responsible for the theft of at least 40 vehicles in Halton Region and the Greater Toronto Area worth over $3 million.
Police nab driver speeding at nearly 3x the limit in Vancouver school zone

Nearly two-dozen drivers were caught in a speed trap outside a Vancouver elementary school on Thursday – as students were settling back into their daily routines.
Volvo Cars revamps SUV hybrid as it shifts plans away from pure electric

Volvo Cars said on Wednesday that plug-in hybrids would continue to be a critical part of its profit growth plans over the next few years and that it would revamp its XC90 hybrid sports utility vehicle.

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