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'Nothing less than a giant': Rapper-actor DMX dies at 50

DMX, the iconic hip-hop artist behind the songs 'Ruff Ryders' Anthem' and 'Party Up (Up in Here)' whose distinctively gruff voice and thoughtful messages in his rhymes made him one of rap's biggest stars, has died, according to a family statement Friday. He was 50.
'Mrs. World' gives up crown after onstage scuffle in Sri Lanka

The reigning Mrs. World on Friday relinquished her title while defending her decision to pull the crown off the head of this year's Mrs. Sri Lanka title holder, whom she claimed was unqualified to take part in the contest because she is divorced.
Back in Business: WrestleMania ready to rumble with fans

WWE is set to welcome back fans for the first time in more than a year when 25,000 of the catchphrase-yelling, replica championship belt-wearing, sign-holding diehards are expected on both Saturday and Sunday nights at Raymond James Stadium for WrestleMania.

Facebook delivers biased job ads, skewed by gender: study

Facebook is showing different job ads to women and men in a way that might run afoul of anti-discrimination laws, according to a new study.
Elon Musk's Neuralink claims monkeys can play Pong using just their minds

Neuralink, the implant company owned by SpaceX and Tesla CEO Elon Musk, has released a video in which a monkey appears to play the computer game Pong using only its mind.
Archeologists unearth an ancient pharaonic city in Egypt

Egyptian archeologists have unearthed a 3000-year-old lost city, complete with mud brick houses, artifacts, and tools from pharaonic times.

J&J COVID-19 vaccine under EU review over blood clots

Europe's drug regulator said on Friday it is reviewing rare blood clots in four people in the United States who received Johnson & Johnson's COVID-19 vaccine.
COVID-19 patient receives lung transplant from living donors

Doctors in Japan announced Thursday they have successfully performed the world's first transplant of lung tissue from living donors to a patient with severe lung damage from COVID-19.
Homegrown evidence suggests COVID-19 is less infectious for children: Canadian study

There is some homegrown evidence children may be less infectious when it comes to COVID-19 compared to adults, according to some local researchers.

PM offers condolences to Royal Family, flags at half-mast as Ottawa marks Prince Philip's death

Prominent federal figures including Prime Minister Justin Trudeau are offering condolences to the Royal Family over the death of Prince Philip on Friday, as they reflect on the prince’s life and connection to Canada.
'A person of real tenacity': Former governor general David Johnston reflects on Prince Philip's life and legacy

CTV's Chief News Anchor and Senior Editor Lisa LaFlamme interviewed former governor general David Johnston who says Prince Philip's legacy will be his life of service and his great 'like and respect' for Canadians.
Controversial, candid, and not politically correct: Jean Chretien reflects on his time with Prince Philip

From conversations about public service to chatting about Donald Trump’s entry into politics, former prime minister Jean Chretien is among the international figures sharing fond memories of Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh who died at the age of 99 on Friday.

In Pictures: Prince Philip throughout the years

Prince Philip was born the Prince of Greece and Denmark on June 10, 1921 on the Greek island of Corfu. This article is a collection of images from throughout his life.
Nike ends lawsuit over Lil Nas X 'Satan Shoes,' which will be recalled

Nike Inc said on Thursday a Brooklyn company that made "Satan Shoes" in collaboration with the rapper Lil Nas X has agreed to voluntarily recall the shoes, as part of a legal settlement with the athletics giant.
Pandemic-weary chefs, cooks enjoy serving from home

Beaten down by the pandemic, many laid-off or idle restaurant workers have pivoted to dishing out food with a taste of home. Some have found their entrepreneurial side, slinging culinary creations from their own kitchens.

Ex-NFL player's brain to be probed for trauma-related harm

The brain of Phillip Adams -- the former NFL player who killed a South Carolina physician, three family members and a repairman before fatally shooting himself -- will be tested for a degenerative disease that has affected a number of pro athletes and has been shown to cause violent mood swings and other cognitive disorders, according to the local coroner.
Si Woo Kim breaks putter in frustration, forced to putt with wood at the Masters

Si Woo Kim, the South Korean who was placed in the top 10 on the second day of the Masters, missed his second putt on the 14th hole by the smallest of margins, with his three-putt meaning he had to settle for a bogey.
Advocates call on NCAA to act in response to anti-trans laws

Athletes, coaches and advocates are calling on the NCAA to act in response to state laws banning transgender athletes from competing in organized sports.

Alibaba fined US$2.8 billion on monopoly charge in China

Alibaba Group, the world's biggest e-commerce company, was fined 18.3 billion yuan (US$2.8 billion) by Chinese regulators on Saturday for anti-competitive tactics, as the ruling Communist Party tightens control over fast-growing tech industries.
Amazon warehouse workers reject union bid in Alabama

Amazon workers voted against forming a union at a warehouse in Alabama, handing the online retail giant a decisive victory and cutting off a path that labour activists had hoped would lead to similar efforts throughout the company and beyond.
Ottawa mulls exempting more workers from Canada-U.S. border shutdown: Garneau

Foreign Affairs Minister Marc Garneau says Ottawa is looking at expanding the categories of essential workers allowed to travel across the Canada-U.S. border.

White House convening summit with top execs on chip shortage

Almost 20 major companies worried about a global semiconductor chip shortage will send senior executives to a White House summit Monday, a senior official said on Friday.
Keselowski, Truex eager for more success at Martinsville

Brad Keselowski didn't get the finish he hoped for two weeks ago when NASCAR's Cup Series ran on the dirt at Bristol Motor Speedway, but the 2012 series champion didn't dwell too long on his 11th-place finish.
While Sask. taxes EV owners, some Canadian provinces are offering cash

Here's a look at some of the incentive programs for electric vehicles for individuals and businesses, in other Canadian provinces: