Trump rejects Iran’s proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz
U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday rejected Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within a week if the U.S. meets certain conditions.
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OpenAI says its models engaged with US government websites in new model misbehavior disclosure
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — OpenAI disclosed Friday that its artificial intelligence agents had interacted with several U.S. government websites in unexpected ways.
At least 2 injured, 5 missing after explosion in Greece collapses building
The explosion caused a two-storey building to collapse and the two people injured were rescued from an adjacent building, authorities said.
Miss Jamaica files lawsuit against Miss Universe Organization over stage fall
In a video of the incident that took place during the Miss Universe 2025 competition, Gabrielle Henry appears to step off the edge of the runway and face plants.
Congo running short of health workers as Ebola outbreak spreads, WHO says
The Ebola outbreak has spread to seven provinces, with 7,773 confirmed cases and 3,759 deaths, according to the latest government figures.
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OpenAI’s agent hacked an Australian government website. What we know so far
The hack relates to the website for Medicare, Australia’s publicly funded universal health insurance plan, which was hacked in June.
6-year-old girl from China breaks women’s Rubik’s Cube speed record
Lian Yunzhi, age six, broke the record earlier this month with an average time of 4.52 seconds at a World Cube Association-certified competition in the Chinese city of Wuhan.
Man charged after allegedly trying to open Qantas plane door mid-flight
The Australian Federal Police said the 41-year-old man was charged with endangering fellow passengers and disorderly behaviour while on the Perth-bound flight.
Iran will fight ‘until our last breath,’ president says in UN speech
The speech came a day after U.S. President Donald Trump said he may “annihilate” the Islamic Republic if a deal isn’t reached soon to end the nearly seven-month war.
McGuinty says Canada is ‘keeping watch’ on Russia threat
Defence Minister David McGuinty says he's taking a 'cautious' approach to drawing conclusions from intelligence as European leaders warn Moscow may be preparing attacks on NATO.
Carney pledges $100 million in new aid for Palestinians
Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada is pledging $100 million in new aid for Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank, largely focusing on humanitarian aid.
Trump signs Arctic security deal with Greenland, Denmark
Trump has expressed his desire to acquire Greenland since as long ago as 2019 and, during his second term, issued threats to seize the semiautonomous territory from Denmark.
How an amateur found Germany’s biggest hoard of Roman silver coins
An amateur archaeologist who discovered several Roman silver coins in a field in western Germany realized he had stumbled upon something bigger.
Trump defends starting war against Iran in address to UN General Assembly
U.S. President Donald Trump returned to the U.N. General Assembly on Tuesday at a tumultuous moment for the world — and for his presidency.
Trump to speak at UN General Assembly amid trade war and tariff threats
U.S. President Donald Trump is set to address the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday.
Carnival Cruise passenger jumps overboard from ship heading to California
The incident took place aboard the Carnival Panorama, operated by Carnival Cruise Line, as the ship was heading from Puerto Vallarta, Mexico to Long Beach, Calif.
Canada, France pledge to work together on space infrastructure, business
A spokesperson for the Prime Minister's Office said the countries plan to work together on infrastructure that can receive data from satellites.
Trump says he has a deal with Denmark to bolster U.S. military presence in Greenland
In a social media post Trump said the agreement "gives the U.S. permanent control over security and all other needs."
Canada and the EU want an energy alliance. What would it look like?
Prime Minister Mark Carney was in Strasbourg, France, this week where he and European Union leadership discussed strengthening ties on several fronts.
Australian crocodile habitat will be Olympic rowing venue in 2032 Games
Saltwater crocodiles live in Queensland and can be found in rivers, lagoons, swamps, waterholes, mangroves, estuaries, beaches, coral reefs and the ocean.
Warren Buffett, 96, steps down as Berkshire Hathaway chairman
Warren Buffett's influence has extended far beyond Berkshire, shaping generations of corporate leaders and investors with his emphasis on long-term thinking.
The Canadian tycoon accused of helping Russia’s ‘war machine’
A Global News investigation has found that Streit Group faces growing international scrutiny over its alleged dealings with Russia.
Macklemore donates $1M to Palestinian groups amid Ed Sheeran tour backlash
Macklemore said he will be donating the entirety of his $1 million net earnings from Sheeran's tour to organizations working directly to support the Palestinian people.
Read a transcript of Carney’s speech to the European Parliament
Prime Minister Mark Carney made a pitch for cooperation with the EU in industries like artificial intelligence, critical minerals and defence.
How EU leaders are reacting to Canada associate membership proposal
Aside from critical minerals, energy and defence equipment, European Union officials also hailed some of Canada's most popular exports - Celine Dion and TV show Heated Rivalry.
King Charles urges tech leaders to mitigate AI risks to humanity
King Charles III on Thursday urged several senior tech leaders to make sure that artificial intelligence remains under control and in the service of people and the planet.
OpenAI reports 6 more AI “misalignment” incidents after Hugging Face breach
OpenAI said on Wednesday it saw six reports of unexpected, concerning or unauthorized AI model behavior, and it would begin regularly publishing reports of these incidents.
Japan is now home to more than 100,000 people aged 100 or over
Japan's Health and Welfare Ministry statistics show that Japan now has 107,677 centenarians, up 7,914 from the previous year. 88 per cent of them are women.
Ed Sheeran’s support acts all withdraw from tour after Macklemore’s removal
Four of Ed Sheeran's support acts, including his backing band withdrew from the tour after Macklemore was removed for making remarks in support of a Palestinian state on stage.
EU wants Canada as its first ‘associate member.’ What does that mean?
The two sides will move from CETA to an Alliance for the Future, European Commission President Urusla von der Leyen said in her State of the Union address.