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Canada, G7 urge 'all parties' to de-escalate in growing Mideast conflict

Canada called for "all parties" to de-escalate rising tensions in the Mideast following an apparent Israeli drone attack against Iran overnight.

After hearing thousands of last words, this hospital chaplain has advice for the living

Hospital chaplain J.S. Park opens up about death, grief and hearing thousands of last words, and shares his advice for the living.

'It was all my savings': Ontario woman loses $15K to fake Walmart job scam

A woman who recently moved to Canada from India was searching for a job when she got caught in an online job scam and lost $15,000.

Families to receive Canada Child Benefit payment on Friday

More money will land in the pockets of some Canadian families on Friday for the latest Canada Child Benefit installment.

After COVID, WHO defines disease spread 'through air'

The World Health Organization and around 500 experts have agreed for the first time on what it means for a disease to spread through the air, in a bid to avoid the confusion early in the COVID-19 pandemic that some scientists have said cost lives.

Taylor Swift drops 15 new songs on double album, 'The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology'

On Friday, the pop star released her 11th album and at 2 a.m. Eastern, she released "The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology," featuring 15 additional songs.

Israel gave U.S. last-minute warning about drone attack on Iran, Italian foreign minister says at G7

The United States told the Group of Seven foreign ministers on Friday that it received 'last minute' information from Israel about a drone action in Iran, but didn't participate in the apparent attack, officials said.

American millionaire Jonathan Lehrer denied bail after being charged with killing Canadian couple

American millionaire Jonathan Lehrer, one of two men charged in the killings of a Canadian couple in Dominica, has been denied bail.

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DEVELOPING G7 warns of new sanctions against Iran as world reacts to apparent Israeli drone attack

Group of Seven foreign ministers warned of new sanctions against Iran on Friday for its drone and missile attack on Israel, and urged both sides to avoid an escalation of the conflict.

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Bigger boats, more nets, people arrive in Zeballos, B.C., for new orca rescue attempt

A large seine fishing vessel capable of casting a net strong enough to hold a nearly 700-kilogram killer whale calf has arrived in Zeballos, B.C., to participate in the latest attempt to rescue the young orca stranded in a remote tidal lagoon.
'Dangerous man' with firearm in Bible Hill in custody: N.S. RCMP

The RCMP says a 'dangerous man' with a firearm in Bible Hill, N.S., is in custody Friday morning.
'It could be catastrophic': Woman says natural supplement contained hidden painkiller drug

A Manitoba woman thought she found a miracle natural supplement, but said a hidden ingredient wreaked havoc on her health.
Facebook Marketplace seller must refund buyer over false advertising, B.C. tribunal decides

A Facebook Marketplace seller is being ordered by B.C.'s small claims tribunal to repay hundreds of dollars after selling a product under false advertising.
Judge says 'no evidence fully supports' murder case against Umar Zameer as jury starts deliberations

The judge presiding over the trial of a man accused of fatally running over a Toronto police officer is telling jurors the possible verdicts they may reach based on the evidence in the case.
B.C. Mountie's appeal of sex crime convictions dismissed

B.C.'s highest court has dismissed an appeal by an RCMP officer who was found guilty of sex crimes involving teen girls, upholding his conviction.

World

Armenian victims group asks International Criminal Court to investigate genocide claim

A human rights organization representing ethnic Armenians submitted evidence to the ICC, arguing that Azerbaijan is committing an ongoing genocide against them.
Stabbed Sydney Assyrian church bishop says he forgives attacker

An Assyrian church bishop who was stabbed during a service at his church said on Thursday he was recovering quickly, and that he had forgiven his attacker as police ramped up investigation into the riots triggered after the bishop's stabbing.
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BREAKING Iran fires at apparent Israeli attack drones near Isfahan air base and nuclear site

An apparent Israeli drone attack on Iran saw troops fire air defences at a major air base and a nuclear site early Friday morning near the central city of Isfahan, an assault coming in retaliation for Tehran's unprecedented drone-and-missile assault on the country.
Jury selection could be nearing a close in Donald Trump's hush money trial in New York

A third panel of potential jurors will be questioned Friday in Donald Trump's hush money case, drawing jury selection a step closer to completion in the first criminal trial of a former U.S. president.
Kenyan military chief died in helicopter crash, says president

Kenya's military chief, Francis Ogolla, died in a helicopter crash in the western part of the country on Thursday, President William Ruto announced in a televised address.
San Francisco sues Oakland over new airport name that includes 'San Francisco'

San Francisco on Thursday sued Oakland after officials there voted in favor of changing the name of the city’s airport to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport, saying the change will cause confusion and is already affecting its airport financially.

Politics

LeBlanc says he plans to run in next election, under Trudeau's leadership

Cabinet minister Dominic LeBlanc says he plans to run in the next election as a candidate under Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's leadership, amid questions about his rumoured interest in succeeding his longtime friend for the top job.
Canada, G7 urge 'all parties' to de-escalate in growing Mideast conflict

Canada called for "all parties" to de-escalate rising tensions in the Mideast following an apparent Israeli drone attack against Iran overnight.
Health Canada to change sperm donor screening rules for men who have sex with men

Health Canada will change its longstanding policy restricting gay and bisexual men from donating to sperm banks in Canada, CTV News has learned. The federal health agency has adopted a revised directive removing the ban on gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men, effective May 8.

Health

After COVID, WHO defines disease spread 'through air'

The World Health Organization and around 500 experts have agreed for the first time on what it means for a disease to spread through the air, in a bid to avoid the confusion early in the COVID-19 pandemic that some scientists have said cost lives.
'It could be catastrophic': Woman says natural supplement contained hidden painkiller drug

A Manitoba woman thought she found a miracle natural supplement, but said a hidden ingredient wreaked havoc on her health.
B.C. premier defends drug decriminalization as controversy grows, feds scrutinize program

The premier of British Columbia is continuing to defend the three-year pilot program underway in his province that’s decriminalized personal possession of hard drugs, even as the federal government sends its minister responsible to discuss growing concerns and controversies.

Sci-Tech

This ancient snake in India might have been longer than a school bus and weighed a tonne

An ancient giant snake in India might have been longer than a school bus and weighed a tonne, researchers reported Thursday.
Meta's newest AI model beats some peers. But its amped-up AI agents are confusing Facebook users

Facebook parent Meta Platforms unveiled a new set of artificial intelligence systems Thursday that are powering what CEO Mark Zuckerberg calls 'the most intelligent AI assistant that you can freely use.'
When new leaders took over in ancient Maya, they didn't just bury the former royals. They burned their bodies in public

New archeological investigations in Guatemala reveal that the ancient Maya people had a ritual of burning royal human remains as a public display of political regime change.

Entertainment

Taylor Swift drops 15 new songs on double album, 'The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology'

On Friday, the pop star released her 11th album and at 2 a.m. Eastern, she released "The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology," featuring 15 additional songs.
Opinion
Opinion 'Sasquatch Sunset' review: There won't be a weirder movie in theatres this year

Rare is the movie that can ride the line between scatological and sublime, absurdist and acute.
Colin Jost names one celebrity who is great at hosting 'Saturday Night Live'

Colin Jost, who co-anchors Saturday Night Live's 'Weekend Update,' revealed who he thinks is one of the best hosts on the show.

Business

Google fires 28 workers in aftermath of protests over big tech deal with Israeli government

Google has fired 28 employees in the aftermath of protests over technology that the internet company is supplying the Israeli government amid the Gaza war, further escalating tensions surrounding a hot-button deal.
'Won't be a quick fix': Indigo needs turnaround as privatization nears, experts say

As Canada's biggest bookstore-turned-gift-giver's-paradise edges toward privatization, it's evident from a stroll around one of its Toronto stores that the retailer knows some things haven't been working.
Starbucks will roll out a redesigned plastic cup in Canada this month in a bid to reduce plastic waste

Booming sales of cold drinks at Starbucks have created a problem: growing amounts of plastic waste from the single-use cups that Frappuccinos, Refreshers, cold brews and other iced drinks are served in.

Lifestyle

After hearing thousands of last words, this hospital chaplain has advice for the living

Hospital chaplain J.S. Park opens up about death, grief and hearing thousands of last words, and shares his advice for the living.
'Shopaholic' author Sophie Kinsella reveals brain cancer diagnosis

Sophie Kinsella, the best-selling author behind the 'Shopaholic' book series, has revealed that she is receiving treatment for brain cancer.
Beagles rescued from American animal testing facility find loving foster homes in Alberta

Ten beagles rescued from animal testing in the United States arrived in Alberta on Wednesday, thanks to a Canadian charity.

Sports

Chasing 5th straight win, Nelly Korda is 2 shots back at Chevron Championship after a first-round 6

Nelly Korda, who is looking to tie an LPGA Tour record with her fifth straight win, shot a 4-under 68 on Thursday in the opening round of the Chevron Championship, leaving her two shots behind leader Lauren Coughlin in the year's first major.
UBC football star turning heads in lead up to NFL draft

At 6'8" and 350 pounds, there is nothing typical about UBC offensive lineman Giovanni Manu, who was born in Tonga and went to high school in Pitt Meadows.
Coyotes officially moving to Salt Lake City following approval of sale to Utah Jazz owners

The NHL Board of Governors voted unanimously Thursday to clear the way for the Coyotes' move to Utah next season.

Autos

Tesla wants shareholders to reinstate US$55 billion pay package for Musk rejected by Delaware judge

Tesla will ask shareholders to reinstate a US$55 billion compensation package for CEO Elon Musk that was rejected by a judge in Delaware this year and to move the electric car maker's corporate home from Delaware to Texas.
Hazard ahead: Are cuts at Tesla a warning sign for the EV market in Canada?

Tesla has hit a series of roadblocks, including increased competition and declining sales. The company announced Monday it is slashing 10 per cent of its global workforce.
London, Ont. driver charged after travelling nearly 200 km/h on Highway 401

A driver from London will have to find alternative transportation after an OPP officer clocked them travelling nearly 200 km/h on Highway 401 over the weekend.

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