Raptors convert Bittle’s deal to 2-way contract
The Toronto Raptors waived five players on Saturday and converted centre Nate Bittle's deal to a two-way contract.
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2 seriously hurt, 11 others injured in B.C. crash that shut down Highway 99
Surrey police initially reported no serious injuries in the crash, but said late Friday night that two among the injured were seriously hurt and one was airlifted to a hospital.
Quebec author abandons effort to document novel’s origins amid AI allegations
Quebec author Thélyson Orélien has abandoned efforts to compile evidence supporting his denial that artificial intelligence was used to write his novel, his publisher confirmed.
Pope Leo blesses well-wishers as he leaves hospital after lung cancer surgery Short
Pope Leo left Rome’s Gemelli Hospital on Saturday, four days after undergoing surgery for lung cancer. He blessed well-wishers, including a 13-year-old cancer survivor he had previously met in St. Peter’s Square.
Scientists know what caused the Nepal floods: Can they prevent them from happening again? Video
Scientists now have a much better understanding of what caused the deadly flooding in Nepal in August, but forecasting the next event will still likely be challenging. They’ve determined that the immense…
B.C. municipal election day 2026: Polls open across the province
We are live on Global BC, BC1, Global Okanagan, CKNW and STACKTV for our Global News election special from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. PT.
Alberta referendum expected to bring finality, but also more questions on separation
Polls suggest a majority of Albertans will mark an X to stay in Confederation, and Premier Danielle Smith has said if that’s so, she expects everyone to accept it and move on.
Backstreet Boys’ 12-show Toronto run offers millennials a ticket to simpler times
Nearly three decades after their commercial peak, the Backstreet Boys have booked a staggering 12 shows at Toronto’s Rogers Centre in 2027, citing “overwhelming demand.”
Stellantis workers begin voting on strike mandate as talks remain stalled
Stellantis workers in Canada begin voting today on whether to give their union a strike mandate as collective bargaining negotiations remain stalled.
How Canada’s fractured immigration consensus is starting to show up at ballot boxes
It's no secret the long-held Canadian consensus on immigration has fractured — pulled apart by a rapid increase in new arrivals post-pandemic and growing affordability challenges.
2 Montreal officers accused of degrading acts, including peeing on unhoused person Video
Two Montreal police officers have been suspended following allegations of degrading behaviour, one of them accused of urinating on an unhoused person. The alleged incident was reported by the officer’s own colleagues.…
Pope Leo will leave the hospital Saturday following lung cancer surgery, Vatican says
Pope Leo XIV is being released from the hospital on Saturday, four days after lung cancer surgery, and will deliver the traditional noon blessing on Sunday.
Zelenskyy urges support for new U.S. sanctions on Russia after Trump puts them on hold
The White House decision has further raised fears that Ukraine could be left exposed to Moscow’s escalating assaults with winter approaching.
Scuffles break out as protesters rally across France, joining students
Police used tear gas to push back people wearing hoods and masks and throwing fireworks at officers in the Place de la République, northeast of the Paris city center.
Elks clinch home field for CFL West playoffs
The Edmonton Elks will officially host this year's CFL West final.
Trump puts new Russia sanctions that he recently signed into law on hold, citing national interest
Named after late South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham, the legislation had sought to clamp down more quickly on the flow of financial resources fueling the war against Ukraine.
Canadians’ documentary on Elizabeth Holmes generating Oscar buzz Video
A Canadian comedian is generating Oscar buzz. Nathan Fielder’s new documentary — showing disgraced biotech giant Elizabeth Holmes — has made its silver screen debut. It’s one you have to see to…
Fatal Calgary bus crash explosion causes concerns over fuel type used in 100s of buses across Canada Video
In Calgary, an investigation is underway into the circumstances of a fiery bus crash explosion that killed three people and injured more than a dozen others. Two public transit buses were involved…
Oregon mourns school shooting that killed 3 children, teacher Video
Classes were cancelled across Bend, Oregon, Friday, one day after a deadly shooting at an elementary school. The community is mourning three children and a teacher who were killed. As Jackson Proskow…
Police release video of suspect vehicle they believe fatally struck woman on Vaughan, Ont. road Video
York Regional Police have released surveillance video of a white Mercedes Sprinter van they believe was involved in a fatal hit-and-run in Vaughan, Ont. on Oct. 4. The victim, a 60-year-old woman,…
$10B data centre stirs debate in Nova Scotia Video
Nova Scotia’s provincial government is embracing a sprawling data centre development. A private company has committed $10 billion to the project for Artificial Intelligence firm Anthropic. Here’s Heidi Petracek on the premier’s…
Jackson-Davis has 23 points in Raptors loss
Trayce Jackson-Davis led all scorers with 23 points — including 15 made free throws — but the Toronto Raptors still fell to the Detroit Pistons 129-125 on Friday in the final pre-season…
City of Regina’s AI Data Centre report: A waste? Or worthy?
While it's true that all final decisions and approvals rest with the RM of Sherwood, the site does sit in a collaborative planning area.
The Curator: The best headphones for workouts, commutes and travel
From workout-ready earbuds by Beats and Shokz to noise-cancelling over-ear headphones from Sony, we’ve rounded up the best options for every budget and listening preference.
Global National: Oct. 16, 2026 | Carney, Poilievre pitch unity as countdown on to Alberta referendum Video
All eyes are on Alberta and the state of its union with Canada. Both the prime minister and his Conservative opponent in the province, delivering a united message. Thousands packed a federalist…
Multi-vehicle crash including double-decker bus closes Highway 99 in Delta
A serious multi-vehicle crash closed Highway 99 just east of the Highway 91 interchange in Delta on Friday afternoon. It was caught on camera.
Chinese state-owned XCMG facing lawsuits alleging it defrauded Canadian equipment dealers
At Vancouver's law courts on Friday, veteran heavy equipment dealer Ryan Martin said they started with XCMG in 2017 and business was good up until about 2021.
Questions linger over Edmonton infill after special city council meeting
A special city council meeting was held Friday in response to the province's order for Edmonton to change its residential infill zoning bylaw.
Millions in funding put toward Manitoba First Nations Police, safety officers
Manitoba First Nations police and safety officers will receive $163.5 million from the provincial and federal government, but some First Nation leaders say it's not enough.
Decision BC: Advance voting begins and the battlegrounds emerge Video
Advance voting is underway, and both campaigns are increasingly focused on the ridings that could decide who forms government. Ben O'Hara-Byrne and Keith Baldrey discuss why battleground ridings in Metro Vancouver, including…
Stampeders face Lions with playoff hopes on line
With their CFL playoff fate out of their hands, the Calgary Stampeders can only try to beat the surging B.C. Lions in their regular-season finale and see where they land.
Body of missing man found in Okanagan Lake after 23 days
A specialized volunteer dive team from Manitoba helped find the body of a missing paddleboarder after he disappeared during a sudden storm near Fintry Provincial Park.
B.C.’s advanced polls open as Conservatives say a costed platform is coming soon
Interim leader Lorne Doerkson said on Friday that he has seen the platform but wants to make sure they're aren't going to promise anything the party "can't make happen."
Manitoba declares measles outbreak over after weeks without cases
After declaring that there was an outbreak of measles in Manitoba in February of 2025, the government has said the outbreak is over.
A federal IVF program will harmonize ‘patchwork’ approach, experts say
Data collected by Ipsos for Fertility Matters Canada (FMC) found that 46 per cent of Canadians with an opinion on it support the proposed federal IVF funding program.
Decision BC: Watch full coverage of the 2026 municipal elections Video
It is voting day in the 2026 BC municipal elections and voters across B.C. are going to the polls to have their say in who will be representing their communities. We have…
Cause of fiery Calgary bus crash that killed 3 passengers, injured 16 under investigation
Calgary police are working to determine the cause of a fiery city bus crash that killed three passengers and injured 16 others, including a police officer who helped save a child.
Katie Zacharia out as White House press secretary after Trump tells her to "reconsider" Video
White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia was "let go" from the role, a White House official said on Friday, after President Donald Trump said he had told her to reconsider the job…
Tesla’s new Roadster can "fly," Musk says. Is it more than a stunt? Video
Tesla has unveiled a new Roadster with high pressure thrusters that Elon Musk says allow it to “fly like a rocket.” But while the demonstration turned heads, experts say Canadians need more…
Vancouver police say 3 unprovoked stranger assaults took place in 1 day
Vancouver police are asking the public to help them identify suspects in three unprovoked stranger assaults that occurred across the city in one day.
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