2 trains collide north of London, U.K., police response underway
A video posted on social media showed what appeared to be the front of one train entangled with the back of another, with both still on the tracks.
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Russian cybercriminals tied to global fake computer update scam: RCMP
SocGholish malware, linked to the Russian cybercriminal group Evil Corp, exploited thousands of WordPress sites to gain unauthorized access to computer systems and data.
2 men sentenced to prison for arson at property of UK’s Keir Starmer
The men targeted a car and two properties linked to Starmer over three nights in May 2025 on the orders of a Russian-speaking figure going by the name of “El Money."
Italian diplomat cancels trip to U.S. as Meloni slams Trump
Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani abruptly cancelled a planned trip to the United States this weekend, calling Trump’s claims “serious and offensive” toward Meloni and Italy.
Canadian citizen killed in South Africa shooting at Kruger National Park
A Canadian tourist was shot and killed Thursday in an apparent accident at the Kruger National Park in South Africa, according to officials there.
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Israel, Hezbollah call truce after fighting scuttles U.S.-Iran peace talks
Talks between the U.S. and Iran were called off on Friday after intense fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, three officials said.
U.S. and Iran call off talks due to fighting in Lebanon, officials say
Talks between the U.S. and Iran were called off on Friday after intense fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, three officials said.
Why strategic oil reserve refills will take ‘a lot of time’ after Iran deal
If the Strait of Hormuz reopens following the signing of the Iran peace deal on Friday, experts say it will still take some time to replenish the world's strategic oil stockpiles.
Hegseth slams NATO and ‘middle powers’ talk, launches Europe troop review
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's speech appeared to take a veiled dig at recent remarks made by Prime Minister Mark Carney about middle powers needing to band together.
Vance defends Iran deal, says U.S. ‘only powerful ally’ Israel has left
U.S. Vice President JD Vance said the U.S. Navy has allowed more than a dozen ships through to Iranian ports, lifting a blockade as part of an agreement to end the war.
New evidence of origin of the black death a ‘complete surprise’ experts say
There were thoughts that early strains may have been mild, but the discovery that the plague killed prehistoric hunter-gatherers contradicts those notions.
U.S. releases text of Iran deal by dictating it to journalists
Iran meanwhile suggested that its deal with the United States could be signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Masoud Pezeshkian, but details of the signing ceremony were uncertain.
British presenter Jeremy Clarkson reveals cancer diagnosis on his TV show
Clarkson, one of the U.K.'s most well-known TV figures, shared the news during filming of his hit Amazon documentary show 'Clarkson's Farm,' in episodes that aired on Wednesday.
Titan submersible didn’t get ‘any oversight’ in Canada, TSB report says
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada is expected to release its report on the Titan submersible disaster three years after the catastrophic implosion.
Canada’s probe of Titan submersible implosion cites engineering failures
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada is expected to release its report on the Titan submersible disaster three years after the catastrophic implosion.
Canada’s probe of Titan submersible implosion reveals engineering failures
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada is expected to release its report on the Titan submersible disaster three years after the catastrophic implosion.
Titan submersible implosion report set for release after Canada’s probe
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada is expected to release its report on the Titan submersible disaster three years after the catastrophic implosion.
Carney says U.S. and Iran’s agreement ‘exceeded’ his expectations
On Sunday, U.S. President Donald Trump announced an agreement to end the war in Iran and that he had authorized an end to the U.S. blockade in the Strait of Hormuz.
SpaceX rockets past Amazon to become world’s 5th most valuable company
SpaceX roared past Amazon's market valuation on Tuesday and briefly topped that of Microsoft, rapidly scaling the list of the world's most valuable companies.
Carney caught on hot mic pitching Chinese EV import deal to Trump at G7
The deal with China has raised concern within the Trump administration, with Trump himself threatening new tariffs and saying he won't allow Canada to become a 'drop-off port.'
U.K. military investigates reports Russian warship shot at British yacht
The incident occurred two days after British commandos boarded and detained a sanctioned tanker in the Channel that is suspected of being part of the Russian “shadow fleet.”
Carney invites India’s Modi to Canada, eyes security exchange talks at G7
A readout of the meeting did not include any mention of foreign interference or transnational repression, which India's government has been accused of pursuing in Canada.
Canada enters talks with Italy on buying advanced trainer jets
The announcement was made after a meeting between Prime Minister Mark Carney and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni at the G7 summit in Évian-les-Bains.
Canada imposes new Russian sanctions during G7 meeting with Zelenskyy
In 2026, Canada has provided $2.8 billion in military assistance to Ukraine, imposed sanctions on more than 3,400 individuals and entities as well as 600 vessels.
Exclusive: Former RCMP officer cleared of allegation he helped China demands answers
In his first interview since his acquittal, William Majcher said Canada needs better national security investigations.
Exclusive: Former RCMP officer cleared of allegation he helped China with foreign interference demands answers
In his first interview since his acquittal, William Majcher said Canada needs better national security investigations.
South African police seize more than 100 live scorpions stashed in luggage
The suspect had concealed the poisonous arachnids, which were alive, between his clothing packed inside his suitcase, according to police.
Refugee board orders deportation of Bishnoi extortion gang gunman
Abjeet Kingra is the latest to face deportation amid a nation-wide crackdown on extortion gangs preying on Canada’s South Asian communities.
Gas prices may not return to pre-Iran war levels anytime soon, experts say
After a peace agreement was reached, getting oil to flow through the Persian Gulf region again and helping gas prices return to pre-war levels may be more of a challenge.
Son of Norway’s crown princess sentenced to 4 years in prison for rape
Prosecutors were seeking a sentence of seven years and seven months, while defence lawyers said he should be acquitted of the rape allegations and receive no more than 18 months.