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Congratulations are in order for Tom Holland and Zendaya.
06/01/2025

Congratulations are in order for Tom Holland and Zendaya.

When Zendaya was spotted wearing an enormous rock on her ring finger at the Golden Globes, people knew something was up.

Justin Trudeau is resigning, but how long have calls for him to do so been mounting?
06/01/2025

Justin Trudeau is resigning, but how long have calls for him to do so been mounting?

Justin Trudeau's decision to resign comes after months of calls from his MPs and years from opposition leaders to step down from the job he's held for more than nine years.

Donald Trump is once again floating the idea of Canada becoming part of the U.S.
06/01/2025

Donald Trump is once again floating the idea of Canada becoming part of the U.S.

In a post to his social media platform Truth Social, Donald Trump wrote 'many people in Canada LOVE being the 51st State.'

Local news outlets report that the elephant hit Blanca Ojanguren García with its trunk.
06/01/2025

Local news outlets report that the elephant hit Blanca Ojanguren García with its trunk.

Experts said the elephant that killed Blanca García was likely stressed by the pressure of living and interacting with tourists.

“My only real regret is not having achieved what I said I wanted to — ending the abuses of Scientology," Rinder wrote in...
06/01/2025

“My only real regret is not having achieved what I said I wanted to — ending the abuses of Scientology," Rinder wrote in a statement that he asked be shared after his death.

In a statement written to be shared after he died, Rinder says his biggest regret is not "ending the abuses of Scientology."

There's no shortage of stunning fashion on this year's Golden Globes red carpet.
06/01/2025

There's no shortage of stunning fashion on this year's Golden Globes red carpet.

Awards season is getting underway in Hollywood, and the Golden Globes red carpet is the first stop.

Denver Barkey now has 11 points in his past three games and the London Knights have hit 30 wins in 2024-25.
04/01/2025

Denver Barkey now has 11 points in his past three games and the London Knights have hit 30 wins in 2024-25.

The London Knights scored nine times for the second consecutive home game as they earned their first win of 2025.

He is one of five people charged earlier this week in connection with Liam Payne’s death.
03/01/2025

He is one of five people charged earlier this week in connection with Liam Payne’s death.

Braian Paiz was arrested Friday and is alleged to be one of two people who supplied Payne with co***ne in the days before his death.

The efforts to gain a reduced sentence for Lyle and Erik Menendez continues as 20 family members meet with the L.A. dist...
03/01/2025

The efforts to gain a reduced sentence for Lyle and Erik Menendez continues as 20 family members meet with the L.A. district attorney.

Members of Erik and Lyle Menendez's family say they are united in support for a new sentence that reflects the abuse and trauma they say the brothers endured under their parents.

The Ontario government's $200 rebate cheques are set to arrive in mailboxes within weeks.
03/01/2025

The Ontario government's $200 rebate cheques are set to arrive in mailboxes within weeks.

The policy is expected to cost the government roughly $3 billion and will see money sent to around 12.5 million adults and 2.5 million children.

The partially burnt metallic object measures about 2.5 metres in diameter, weighs about 500 kilograms and is most likely...
03/01/2025

The partially burnt metallic object measures about 2.5 metres in diameter, weighs about 500 kilograms and is most likely a fragment from a rocket.

The Kenyan Space Agency says the space debris incident is an 'isolated case' and it is working to determine where it came from.

How the warming Great Lakes could herald a new era of supercharged snowstorms in Ontario.
03/01/2025

How the warming Great Lakes could herald a new era of supercharged snowstorms in Ontario.

Areas off the Great Lakes are used to big snowfall events, earning the title of Ontario's snowbelt.

Meghan Markle is kicking off the new year with a new Instagram account, returning to the social media platform after a f...
02/01/2025

Meghan Markle is kicking off the new year with a new Instagram account, returning to the social media platform after a five year absence.

Eagle-eyed followers spotted evidence that Meghan Markle's first video uploaded to Instagram was likely filmed multiple times.

Ontario has confirmed the future of nine supervised injection sites but one of the spaces set to close remains in limbo.
02/01/2025

Ontario has confirmed the future of nine supervised injection sites but one of the spaces set to close remains in limbo.

The government announced Thursday that drug injection sites in locations including Toronto, Ottawa and Thunder Bay will all be given funding to switch to rehabilitation facilities.

The bitter legal battle between the leads of "It Ends With Us" is escalating with two new lawsuits.
02/01/2025

The bitter legal battle between the leads of "It Ends With Us" is escalating with two new lawsuits.

Blake Lively is suing Justin Baldoni, while Baldoni is suing the New York Times.

Parts of Ontario are forecasted to see up to 60 cm of snow as Environment Canada has issued snow squall warnings for a p...
02/01/2025

Parts of Ontario are forecasted to see up to 60 cm of snow as Environment Canada has issued snow squall warnings for a portion of the province on Thursday.

Parts of Ontario are forecasted to see up to 60 cm of snow as Environment Canada has issued snow squall warnings for a portion of the province on Thursday.

The London Knights and Sarnia Sting began 2025 with an overtime finish in their fifth meeting of the season.
01/01/2025

The London Knights and Sarnia Sting began 2025 with an overtime finish in their fifth meeting of the season.

The London Knights and Sarnia Sting began 2025 with an overtime finish in their fifth meeting of the season.

The London Knights won big to end 2024.
01/01/2025

The London Knights won big to end 2024.

Landon Sim recorded a hat trick and Denver Barkey had five assists as the London Knights won big on the final day of 2024.

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Kyiv removes historic Soviet symbols from Mother Ukraine Monument
Kyiv removes historic Soviet symbols from Mother Ukraine Monument

WATCH: Construction workers in Kyiv finalized the replacement of Ukraine’s coat of arms on the Mother Ukraine Monument on Sunday, after facing delays earlier in the week. Also see: https://globalnews.ca/news/9882307/russia-ukraine-pokrovsk/

‘Their fight is our fight’: Canadian workers monitor Hollywood strikes
‘Their fight is our fight’: Canadian workers monitor Hollywood strikes

WATCH: As picketing paralyzes Hollywood, Canada's film and television writers and actors will try to negotiate new deals in 2024. Read more: https://globalnews.ca/news/9877233/hollywood-strikes-writers-talks/

Planning a wedding? What to do if your vendor backs out before your big day
Planning a wedding? What to do if your vendor backs out before your big day

WATCH: It's often the most special day in a person's life, the day they get married and after putting a lot of energy into planning, couples are looking forward to when the day arrives. But when a vendor - whether it's a cake baker, a venue or a wedding dress maker - backs out it can turn your entire day upside-down and make the wedding planning process a nightmare. Read more: https://globalnews.ca/news/9877779/wedding-tips-vendors-cancellations/

“Richcession” explained — will it save the economy from a full-blown downturn?
“Richcession” explained — will it save the economy from a full-blown downturn?

WATCH: Forecasters have had an eye out for a recession for months, but it has yet to happen as the Canadian economy has proven resilient in the face of high inflation and rising interest rates. A string of high-profile tech layoffs, including at Google Canada, Dell and Shopify, have led experts to ask – is Canada in the midst of a “richcession”? Read more: https://globalnews.ca/news/9875748/richcession-recession-economy-explainer/

What's driving up car prices to record levels in Canada?
What's driving up car prices to record levels in Canada?

WATCH: Buying a car is tougher than ever, as both new and used car prices are higher than ever. The average price of a new vehicle in Canada is now roughly $62,000, while a used one costs about $39,000 according to Auto-Trader. Touria Izri explains what's fuelling high prices and low supply, how long some drivers have to wait to get a new automobile and what's created the pothole the auto industry is struggling to steer out of. Read more: https://globalnews.ca/news/9878260/canada-vehicle-shortage-car-sales/

More than half of Canadians view its military as “old and antiquated,” poll finds
More than half of Canadians view its military as “old and antiquated,” poll finds

WATCH: More than half of Canadians (56 per cent) see the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) as “old and antiquated,” according to a recent Ipsos poll conducted exclusively for Global News. Read more: https://globalnews.ca/news/9874896/canadian-armed-forces-ipsos-poll-august-2023/

Red statue of Putin riding a tank appears in Rome playground
Red statue of Putin riding a tank appears in Rome playground

WATCH: A red statue of Russian President Vladimir Putin riding a tank appeared at a park playground in Rome, Italy on Thursday. The effigy was created to highlight what sculptor James Colomina says is Putin’s childish and dangerous behaviour amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Also see: https://globalnews.ca/news/9862739/russia-africa-summit-black-sea-grain-deal/

Justin Trudeau, Sophie Grégoire Trudeau announce separation
Justin Trudeau, Sophie Grégoire Trudeau announce separation

WATCH: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his wife are separating. Trudeau, 51, announced Wednesday that he and Sophie Grégoire Trudeau, 48, who have been married for 18 years, have decided to separate. Read more: https://globalnews.ca/news/9872372/justin-trudeau-separation-sophie-gregoire-trudeau/

Pee-wee Herman actor Paul Reubens dead at 70
Pee-wee Herman actor Paul Reubens dead at 70

WATCH: Actor Paul Reubens, best known for his portrayal as ’80s children's television character "Pee-wee Herman" has died years after he was diagnosed with cancer. He was 70. Read more: https://globalnews.ca/news/9867597/paul-reubens-pee-wee-herman-dead-cancer/

Vehicle thefts, robberies drive rise in Canadian crimes: StatCan
Vehicle thefts, robberies drive rise in Canadian crimes: StatCan

WATCH: New data from Statistics Canada shows vehicle thefts and robberies are driving a surge in number of crimes seen in Canada in 2022. Sean Previl reports on what you should know, what else Statistics Canada found and how the federal government is reacting to the numbers. Read more: https://globalnews.ca/news/9860239/vehicle-theft-robberies-2022-statistics-canada/

Mitch McConnell briefly freezes, is escorted away during news conference
Mitch McConnell briefly freezes, is escorted away during news conference

WATCH: U.S. Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell briefly froze during remarks to reporters on Wednesday and was escorted away from the press conference. After returning to the news conference, McConnell was asked by reporters if his absence was related to a concussion he sustained in March, when he was hospitalized for a few days after tripping and falling, and if he had anyone in mind to replace him when he is no longer leader. McConnell walked away without giving a clear answer. Read more: https://globalnews.ca/news/9859049/mitch-mcconnell-freeze-press-conference-health/

Haunting drone video shows Greek island of Rhodes charred by wildfires
Haunting drone video shows Greek island of Rhodes charred by wildfires

WATCH: Haunting drone footage of the Greek island of Rhodes on Thursday showed the coast, cliffs and land scorched by wildfires that have raged for more than a week and led to the mass evacuation of tourists. While some buildings near Kiotari seemed to have been miraculously spared by the flames, others were totally destroyed and tourist resorts and hotels were now encircled by charred ground Although the blazes were less fierce on Rhodes on Wednesday firefighters were still battling fires close to a mountainous area south of the island. Read more: https://globalnews.ca/news/9851905/greece-wildfire-rhodes-evacuations/

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