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May 03, 2026

Shakira performs free concert to a crowd of 2 million on Brazil's Copacabana Beach
Colombian superstar Shakira gave a free concert on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro on Saturday night, an event that the city's mayor said drew two million people to one of the world's most iconic waterfronts.



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May 03, 2026

Poilievre holds news conference about Liberals' fiscal approach
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre holds a news conference in Toronto about the federal government's spending.



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May 03, 2026

Ukraine hits Russian oil-loading port, 'shadow fleet' tankers
Ukraine on Sunday launched a wave of strikes against Russian oil targets, hitting a key loading port on the Baltic Sea and two tankers that Ukraine alleges were illegally used to transport Russian crude.



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May 03, 2026

Rally held to demand answers about Jack and Lilly Sullivan disappearance in N.S.
Under a cloudless sky in central Nova Scotia, about 50 people gathered outside an RCMP detachment Saturday to demand answers about the disappearance of two young children exactly one year ago.



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May 03, 2026

'Build from the ashes': Fort McMurray reflects on how community has changed since 2016 wildfire
It's been 10 years since more than 2,500 homes were destroyed in the 2016 Horse River Wildfire. The community has rebuilt and fire officials have invested millions of dollars into fire prevention and planning. Many residents are ready to move on, while others still feel they are in survival mode.



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May 03, 2026

This N.L. pharmacist lost a ring 20 years ago. An Ontario man found it in a pair of jeans
After finding a golden ring in a thrifted pair of jeans in Ontario, Dan Howard spent 15 years tracking down its bearer. The owner, pharmacist Bradley Buckle, turned out to be half the country away in St. John's.



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May 03, 2026

Canada's Jerome Blake injured in men's 4x100m final at World Athletics Relays
Canada's Jerome Blake, running the second leg in the men's 4x100-metre final, pulled up favouring his right leg and hobbled to hand off the baton to Brendon Rodney as the reigning Olympic champions finished seventh in the eight-team field in 40.06 seconds at the World Athletics Relays in Gaborone, Botswana. Watch final-day coverage on CBCSports.ca and CBC Gem.



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May 03, 2026

Mother of boy who died in care of Ontario couple speaks for 1st time ahead of trial decision
In 2021, a 12-year-old died while in the care of a Burlington, Ont., couple who are now charged with his murder. For the first time, the boy's mother is sharing her perspective with CBC Hamilton, saying she wants people to understand that her family is "not just a case or story."



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May 03, 2026

NASA says it will put humans on the surface of the moon in 2028. How realistic is that?
The Artemis II lunar mission is over, and NASA is already looking ahead, planning to put astronauts on the surface of the moon by 2028. But there are a lot of hurdles that need to be cleared before that happens.



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May 03, 2026

I didn't want to become my alcoholic father. I know, for better or worse, I never will be
Fernanda Rodriguez got a shocking call from her father when she was just nine — a call that opened her eyes to the many challenges her father faced when it came to alcoholism and depression. As she grew older, she was able to see that he persevered through difficulties to be present for her as much as he could be.



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May 03, 2026

In Pompeii, ancient graffiti depicting daily life is being revealed thanks to modern technology
The walls of a corridor that once linked two theatres in the ancient Roman city of Pompeii hold hundreds of inscriptions made by residents before Mount Vesuvius erupted almost 2,000 years ago. An international research team is now using a very modern technique to bring them to life.



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May 03, 2026

Jeff Bezos to Beyoncé: What to know ahead of the 2026 Met Gala
One of New York's hottest events is under pressure this year — not from declining attendance, glamour or budget — but from criticism, bad press and even calls for a boycott.



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May 03, 2026

As Carney visits Armenia, experts urge deeper Canada ties in the Caucasus
Mark Carney is expected to spend the bulk of his few hours in Armenia engaging with European leaders, but experts say he has momentum to build ties with Yerevan and the rest of the Caucasus as well, something first undertaken by Trudeau.



CBC Top Stories
May 02, 2026

Cherie DeVaux becomes 1st female trainer to win Kentucky Derby as Golden Tempo takes 152nd edition
Cherie DeVaux made history on Saturday as the first woman to train the winner of the Kentucky Derby, as Golden Tempo charged from the back of the pack and charged down the stretch to get to the finish line first in the biggest event in horse racing.



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May 02, 2026

Two Canadians on aid boats intercepted by Israel have been released, organizers say
A spokesperson for a group trying to break the Israeli navy blockade of Gaza to deliver aid says two Canadians who were detained by Israel in the Mediterranean Sea have been released.



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May 02, 2026

Most Albertans want party leaders to say how they will vote on independence, poll suggests




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May 02, 2026

Jailed Nobel laureate's life at risk if she is not released from Iranian custody, Nobel committee chief says
The head of the Norwegian Nobel Committee said on Saturday the life of jailed Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi was in the hands of the Iranian authorities after her health "deteriorated seriously," and called for her to be released to her dedicated medical team.



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May 02, 2026

Ontario Premier Doug Ford talks tariffs, quotes Reagan in Michigan university grad speech




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May 02, 2026

Alex Zanardi, auto racing champion who won Paralympic gold between life-altering crashes, dead at 59
Alex Zanardi, the Italian auto racing champion-turned-Paralympic gold medalist whose career was marked by two life-altering accidents, has died. He was 59.



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May 02, 2026

Metro Vancouver is running out of drinking water — and the solutions are interesting
Despite being one of the wettest regions on Earth, climate change and high demand are expected to worsen water supply over the next century in Metro Vancouver.



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May 02, 2026

Manitoba's biggest flood caused 'wreck of a whole colony' 200 years ago
The spring 1826 deluge that devastated the Red River Settlement, described as a "once-in-a-millennium flood" by one historian, was the largest in the recorded history of the Red River watershed.



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May 02, 2026

U.S. warns shipping firms could face sanctions over paying Iran's Strait of Hormuz tolls
Iran effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz to normal traffic by attacking and threatening to attack ships after the U.S. and Israel launched a war on Feb. 28.



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May 02, 2026

U.S. warns shipping firms they could face sanctions over paying Iran's Strait of Hormuz tolls
Iran effectively closed the strait to normal traffic by attacking and threatening to attack ships after the U.S. and Israel launched a war on Feb. 28.



CBC Top Stories
May 02, 2026

Spirit Airlines shuts down, blames cost of fuel due to Middle East war




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May 02, 2026

'Things aren't looking good': Atlantic cod stocks continue decline in parts of N.S., N.B.
The latest assessment of Atlantic cod stocks in the Bay of Fundy and the Scotian Shelf shows decades of struggle aren't over.



CBC Top Stories
May 02, 2026

Faith Rich saw two sides of the child protection system. She died at 22
Faith Rich experienced both sides of the child protection system — as a child, and a parent. Her lawyer says systemic challenges and a culture of disempowerment caused irreparable harm, including in the final days of her life.



CBC Top Stories
May 02, 2026

Who won the lottery? Why you may never know the full name of some jackpot winners going forward




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May 02, 2026

Why saunas are becoming a hot new place to party
Picture this: a DJ, a makeshift dance floor and drinks. Only it's 8 p.m. on a Wednesday and there's no alcohol — instead, there's a sauna.



CBC Top Stories
May 02, 2026

This app lets kids with disabilities use devices with their minds. Now anyone can download it
Brain-computer interfaces have been around for decades. But now the technology, which reads brainwaves and turns them into real-world action, is being used to help kids with disabilities.



CBC Top Stories
May 02, 2026

This map tracks some of the strangest quirks in Ontario's highway network
Jonathan Silverman, a first year civil engineering student at the University of Waterloo, has created an Ontario Oddities map that highlights weird things people might see on a road trip, including signs that are wrong, abandoned bridges and roadways or even submerged highways.



CBC Top Stories
May 02, 2026

Coral reefs in Mauritius are turning ghostly white. Can nurseries rescue them from climate change?
In Mauritius, home to nearly 250 species of coral and 150 kilometres of reef, the decline has been stark. But restoration efforts are beginning to show promise.



CBC Top Stories
May 02, 2026

Canadian sprinters qualify 4 relay teams for 2027 world championships
The Canadian 4x100-metre mixed relay team of Eliezer Adjibi, Marie-Éloise Leclair, Duan Asemota, and Audrey Leduc broke a world record at the World Athletics Relays on Saturday in Gaborone, Botswana.



CBC Top Stories
May 02, 2026

Canadian sprinters set world record at World Athletics Relays
The Canadian 4x100-metre mixed relay team of Eliezer Adjibi, Marie-Éloise Leclair, Duan Asemota, and Audrey Leduc set a world record at the World Athletics Relays on Saturday in Gaborone, Botswana.



CBC Top Stories
May 02, 2026

A destructive, invasive insect has turned up in Ontario. In the U.S., people are told to stomp it
A recent spotted lanternfly discovery in St. Catharines, Ont., is renewing concern about the destructive insect reaching Canada from the United States. Experts say the invasive insect poses a serious threat to vineyards, fruit trees and hardwoods because it feeds on plant sap and can kill grapevines.



CBC Top Stories
May 02, 2026

'He was the first one to call me mom,' mother says of teen killed in Hamilton mall shooting
Nabil Askafe's mother and father sat down for an interview with CBC Hamilton this week, days after the 16-year-old was shot and killed at Jackson Square mall in Hamilton.



CBC Top Stories
May 02, 2026

'He was the first to call me mom,' mother says of teen killed in Hamilton mall shooting
Nabil Askafe's mother and father sat down for an interview with CBC Hamilton this week, days after the 16-year-old was shot and killed at Jackson Square mall in Hamilton.



CBC Top Stories
May 02, 2026

'Amazing hitchhikers': Why invasive spotted lanternflies keep reaching Ontario
A recent spotted lanternfly discovery in St. Catharines, Ont., is renewing concern about the destructive insect reaching Canada from the United States. Experts say the invasive insect poses a serious threat to vineyards, fruit trees and hardwoods because it feeds on plant sap and can kill grapevines.



CBC Top Stories
May 02, 2026

'Not going to stop me': Online violence against women in the media is a growing problem
A new UN report released Thursday puts numbers to what many female journalists already know: Online violence against women in the media is growing, becoming increasingly sophisticated, and is affecting female journalists both professionally and personally.



CBC Top Stories
May 02, 2026

Iranian soccer official says he's talking to authorities after former IRGC commander denied entry to Canada
A senior Iranian soccer official says he's been in contact with "relevant authorities" after Canada's immigration minister confirmed the government revoked travel documents granted to a former commander of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps to attend a FIFA meeting in Vancouver.



CBC Top Stories
May 02, 2026

IN PHOTOS | Toronto's High Park cherry blossoms in peak bloom
Every spring, tens of thousands of people flock to High Park in Toronto to catch a glimpse of one of the city's most fleeting spectacles: the cherry blossom bloom.



CBC Top Stories
May 02, 2026

Online harassment against female journalists is a growing problem, UN report suggests
A new UN report released Thursday puts numbers to what many female journalists already know: Online violence against women in the media is growing, becoming increasingly sophisticated, and is affecting female journalists both professionally and personally.



CBC Top Stories
May 01, 2026

Toronto Raptors force Game 7 after 112-110 overtime win against Cavaliers
RJ Barrett hit a late, high-bouncing game winner in overtime as the Toronto Raptors extended their season with a 112-110 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers in Friday's Game 6 at Scotiabank Arena.



CBC Top Stories
May 01, 2026

Toronto Raptors force Game 7 after OT win against Cavaliers
RJ Barrett hit a late, high-bouncing game winner in overtime as the Toronto Raptors extended their season with a 112-110 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers in Friday's Game 6 at Scotiabank Arena.



CBC Top Stories
May 01, 2026

#TheMoment a shark chased a foil surfer
Tavis Boise and Ron Takeda tell The National about the moment a shark went into pursuit mode while they were foil surfing in Santa Barbara, Calif.



CBC Top Stories
May 01, 2026

These First Nations students are teaching themselves — and their peers — to speak Cree
Vern Lewis is in his first year teaching Aboriginal studies at a Frog Lake First Nation high school, and he's putting his computer science skills to work by using technology to teach tradition.



CBC Top Stories
May 01, 2026

Lilly and Jack Sullivan's fate still a mystery 1 year later
One year after Lilly and Jack Sullivan disappeared, searchers again combed the woods near their home in Pictou County, N.S. A child-sized boot print found in the mud raised hopes of a new lead, but investigators still don't know what happened to them.



CBC Top Stories
May 01, 2026

Qatar-donated 747 ready for Trump's use as fill-in Air Force One this summer: USAF
The U.S. Air Force has finished modifying and testing a Boeing 747 jet donated by Qatar and expects to have it ready for U.S. President Donald Trump to use this summer, the service announced late Friday.



CBC Top Stories
May 01, 2026

The National | Feds to fine airlines $1M for abusing passenger rights
May 1, 2026 | Ottawa sets a new maximum fine for airlines caught repeatedly violating air passengers' rights at $1 million. A Calgary father is charged with murdering his two young children. And a Las Vegas billionaire moves to relocate the Vancouver Whitecaps.



CBC Top Stories
May 01, 2026

Trump says U.S. reviewing new Iranian proposal to end war, blockades




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May 01, 2026

U.S. withdrawing 5,000 troops from Germany, Pentagon announces




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May 01, 2026

Trump signs executive order to broaden sanctions against Cuban government
U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Friday ?broadening U.S. sanctions against the Cuban government, two White House officials told Reuters, as he seeks to put more pressure on Havana after ousting Venezuela's leader.



CBC Top Stories
May 01, 2026

Should you buy shares in Canada's new sovereign wealth fund? | About That
Prime Minister Mark Carney says the Canada Strong Fund, a new sovereign wealth fund, is a great opportunity for Canadians to invest directly in domestic projects. Andrew Chang explains why the fund's nation-building mandate may clash with its goal of generating strong returns. (Photo credits The Canadian Press, Reuters, Adobe Stock and Getty Images)



CBC Top Stories
May 01, 2026

Spotify is now verifying musicians that aren't AI. Here's how that may help artists — or hurt them
"New Music Friday" might look a little different when you open your Spotify app. The world's largest music streaming service has rolled out a new "Verified by Spotify" badge, in a bid to show which artists aren't AI.



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May 01, 2026

Spotify's new 'Verified' badge confirms musicians like Taylor Swift, Drake aren't AI
"New Music Friday" might look a little different when you open your Spotify app. The world's largest music streaming service has rolled out a new "Verified by Spotify" badge, in a bid to show which artists aren't AI.



CBC Top Stories
May 01, 2026

Health Canada approves 2nd generic version of Ozempic — and it's Canadian
Health Canada has approved the second generic version of brand-name Ozempic, this one manufactured by Canadian company Apotex.



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May 01, 2026

Trump tells U.S. Congress that ceasefire 'terminated' Iran conflict, as war powers deadline arrives
In a letter to congressional leaders on Friday, U.S. President Donald Trump declared that a ceasefire had "terminated" hostilities against Iran, as he sought to bolster his argument that he does not need lawmakers' permission to continue the conflict.



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May 01, 2026

How Alto plans to buy out property owners for its high-speed rail plans
The Crown corporation behind Canada's proposed high-speed rail line has released new details on how it plans to expropriate and compensate land owners to carry out the multibillion-dollar project.



CBC Top Stories
May 01, 2026

Liberals commit to open committees amid flak for moving several behind closed doors
The Liberal government's House leader says he's committed to ensuring parliamentary committees operate in public, after Conservatives cried foul this week when Liberals used their new majority to move several committees behind closed doors.



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May 01, 2026

Missing Oscar found after director forced to check it on a flight out of JFK
After being forced to check his Academy Award on a trans-Atlantic flight, recent winner Pavel Talankin's Oscar went missing before an airline tracked it down two days later.



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May 01, 2026

Air force major and decorated marksman pleads guilty to illegally importing firearms
An air force officer and decorated sharpshooter has pleaded guilty to illegally importing eight firearms after gun parts — some without serial numbers — were found stashed among his clothes and shoes when he moved back to Canada.



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May 01, 2026

At least one suspect still at large after report of shots fired in Behchoko`, N.W.T., police say
RCMP say they've taken "a number of individuals" into custody but at least one remains outstanding after a report of shots fired in in the community of Behchoko`, N.W.T., on Friday.



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May 01, 2026

RCMP end shelter-in-place order for Behchoko` and area
RCMP say several individuals are in custody following a police operation in the N.W.T. community that began early Friday afternoon and ended shortly after 8 p.m. RCMP say their investigation continues and residents can expect to see an increased police presence.



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May 01, 2026

Residents in Behchoko`, N.W.T., told to shelter in place as RCMP respond to report of shots fired
RCMP are asking residents of Behchoko` to shelter in place away from windows and doors while they respond to a report of shots fired in the community.



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May 01, 2026

Several in custody, at least 1 at large after report of shots fired in Behchoko`, police say
RCMP say they've taken "a number of individuals" into custody but at least one remains outstanding after a report of shots fired in in the community of Behchoko`, N.W.T., on Friday.



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May 01, 2026

Public service watchdog calls for $14M budget increase amid 'steep' climb in complaints
Public Sector Integrity Commissioner Harriet Solloway says the integrity and whistleblowing system will struggle to function without a funding boost.



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May 01, 2026

Man charged with 1st-degree murder in deaths of 2 children found in northwest Calgary
A man has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of two children found in a vehicle in northwest Calgary on Thursday.



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May 01, 2026

Calgary father charged with 1st-degree murder in deaths of 2 children
A father has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of two young children found in a vehicle in northwest Calgary on Thursday.



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May 01, 2026

James Chiu, president and co-founder of iconic Mandarin restaurant chain, dead at 78
James Chiu died on Wednesday just days after his 78th birthday after a battle with pulmonary fibrosis, his family said.



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May 01, 2026

'I wanted to protect him': Mother mourns teen slain near school amid settler violence in West Bank
More than a week after a shooting near a boys' school in a West Bank village left a teenage boy and a man in his 30s dead, the community remains on edge, and residents say they fear more violence at the hands of Israeli settlers and the military.



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May 01, 2026

4 killed in Israeli strikes in south Lebanon as Hezbollah drone wounds 2 Israeli soldiers
Israel carried out several airstrikes in southern Lebanon on Friday, killing at least four people, while the militant Hezbollah group said it fired rockets and drones, including one that crashed in northern Israel and wounded two soldiers.



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May 01, 2026

Feds to hike max fine for airlines caught violating air passenger bill of rights to $1M




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May 01, 2026

Feds to quadruple max fine for airlines violating air passenger bill of rights to $1M




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May 01, 2026

2 police officers to stand trial in highway crash east of Toronto that killed baby, grandparents
Two Durham police officers will stand trial in connection with a multi-vehicle collision in April 2024 that killed four people — including two grandparents and their infant grandchild — after police chased a suspect driving the wrong way on Canada's busiest highway.



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May 01, 2026

Scam QR codes are showing up on Bike Share bicycles, parking machines. Here's what to look for
A sneaky scam using false QR codes is targeting those using Bike Share bikes and parking machines in Mississauga.



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May 01, 2026

Pipe dream? Majority polled in Alberta don't see new pipeline becoming a reality
Despite the fanfare that accompanied its signing, a majority polled by Janet Brown Opinion Research for CBC News are not confident the memorandum of understanding between Prime Minister Mark Carney and Premier Danielle Smith will actually result in a new pipeline.



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May 01, 2026

This northwestern Ont., resident saw a bird of prey under attack and stepped in to save it
Experts say early intervention and proper care are key after a local resident rescues an injured Northern Harrier Raptor from a field.



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May 01, 2026

Protesters clash with police in Australia after suspected killer of Indigenous girl arrested
Hundreds of protesters clashed with Australian emergency services workers in a remote town following the arrest of a man suspected ?of murdering a five-year-old Indigenous girl, police said on Friday.



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May 01, 2026

Pentagon procurement post reveals Canada quietly locked into HIMARS deal
A U.S. contract notice shows Canada is included in a $1.1-billion High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) production deal, suggesting Ottawa finalized the purchase months ago without making any announcement. The silence clashes with promises to buy less American equipment, even as the Armed Forces pushes for the Ukraine-tested system to fill a critical long-range strike gap.



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May 01, 2026

How Quebec funds disadvantaged schools — and why some say it can hurt kids in need
For nearly 30 years, Quebec has used a system to determine which schools should get extra funding and help based on how disadvantaged they are compared to others. But critics say that system is flawed, outdated and can cause harm to young students.



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May 01, 2026

How the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling on the Voting Rights Act may give Trump's GOP a possible lifeline
The conservative majority on the U.S. Supreme Court has effectively neutralized a hugely significant piece of voting rights legislation designed to ensure African-American representation in Washington, and the resulting consequences could be wide-reaching and election-changing.



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May 01, 2026

How to survive if you're suffering through Canada's 'longer and more severe' allergy seasons
Seasonal allergies are getting worse in Canada, with longer and stronger pollen seasons, largely thanks to climate change. Here's a primer on the hardest-hit cities, the latest science and what treatments can help you survive another allergen-filled spring and summer.



CBC Top Stories
May 01, 2026

The U.S. Supreme Court's ruling on the Voting Rights Act could give Trump a lifeline
The conservative majority on the U.S. Supreme Court has effectively neutralized a hugely significant piece of voting rights legislation designed to ensure African-American representation in Washington, and the resulting consequences could be wide-reaching and election-changing.



CBC Top Stories
May 01, 2026

Edmonton Oilers eliminated from NHL playoffs after 5-2 loss in Game 6 to Anaheim Ducks
The Edmonton Oilers have been eliminated from the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs after a 5-2 Game 6 loss to the Anaheim Ducks.



CBC Top Stories
Apr 30, 2026

Boston Fleet score 2 minutes apart to edge out Ottawa Charge in Game 1 of playoffs
Alina Müller and Jamie Lee Rattray scored less than two minutes apart late in the second period, and the Boston Fleet beat the Ottawa Charge 2-1 on Thursday night to begin a best-of-five semifinal.



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Apr 30, 2026

#TheMoment a polar bear passed through a N.L. town
Kristie Hurley tells The National about the moment she saw a polar bear strolling past her parents' house in St. Anthony, N.L.



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Apr 30, 2026

The National | Alberta separatist group ordered to pull voter list
April 30, 2026 | Alberta separatist group Centurion Project is ordered to remove a public database with millions of voters' personal info. Canada's immigration minister is under fire after a former IRGC member nearly entered the country. And how AI outperforms human doctors in the emergency room.



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Apr 30, 2026

Billionaire makes formal bid to relocate Vancouver Whitecaps to Las Vegas
A spokesperson for billionaire Grant Gustavson confirmed to CBC News he is fronting an investment group's bid for the team, with the intention to move them to Las Vegas.



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Apr 30, 2026

Formal offer made to relocate Vancouver Whitecaps to Las Vegas: report
A report says that a formal offer has been submitted to relocate the Vancouver Whitecaps, the city's Major League Soccer team, to Las Vegas. The report, in The Athletic, cited multiple sources with knowledge of the situation as well as a statement from billionaire Grant Gustavson.



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Apr 30, 2026

Complainant in Canadian figure skater Nikolaj Sørensen's sexual assault case reveals identity
The woman who has alleged Canadian-Danish figure skater Nikolaj Sørensen sexually assaulted her has publicly identified herself, saying she hopes doing so will help create a safer environment in the sport.



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Apr 30, 2026

At Issue | The costs of Carney's spending plans
At Issue this week: What Mark Carney's spending goals outlined in the spring economic update mean for the deficit. Conservatives battle Liberal efforts to move committees behind closed doors. And how will Carney's new sovereign wealth fund help Canadians?



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Apr 30, 2026

Defence chief set to pitch ‘options' for massive troop surge as military strains under its own limits




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Apr 30, 2026

U.S. prosecutors release hotel video of armed man rushing past security at press correspondents' gala
A U.S. government court filing on Wednesday raised questions about officials' initial assertions that a gunman shot a Secret Service officer while allegedly attempting to assassinate U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner.



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Apr 30, 2026

Leaked report shows basic training pass rate fell after military recruitment changes
A higher number of military recruits are failing to pass basic training since changes were implemented to boost enrolment, says a leaked report circulating within Canada's defence community.



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Apr 30, 2026

Stop calling Canada's latest big idea a sovereign wealth fund | About That
Prime Minister Mark Carney introduced a sovereign wealth fund for Canada to bolster national projects, create jobs and grow taxpayer money — but it's not a sovereign wealth fund in the traditional sense. Andrew Chang explains the stark differences between the Canada Strong Fund and other countries' sovereign wealth funds, and what we know so far about how it will work. (Photo credits: The Canadian Press, Reuters, Adobe Stock, Getty Images)



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Apr 30, 2026

Vancouver is running out of water - and the solutions are wild
' width='620' height='349' title='Water flowing from a kitchen faucet in Vancouver, B.C'/As Metro Vancouver's population grows and its reliable snowpack shrinks, the race is on to secure the region's water supply for the next century. But the solutions on the table are bolder than you might expect, ranging from tapping backup lakes to giant straws and massive dam expansions. CBC's Johanna Wagstaffe investigates how the city plans to keep the taps running. Correction: This video was edited after it was first published to correct spelling errors in the names of two people.



CBC Top Stories
Apr 30, 2026

Vancouver is running out of water — and the solutions are wild
' width='620' height='349' title='Water flowing from a kitchen faucet in Vancouver, B.C'/As Metro Vancouver's population grows and its reliable snowpack shrinks, the race is on to secure the region's water supply for the next century. But the solutions on the table are bolder than you might expect, ranging from tapping backup lakes to giant straws and massive dam expansions. CBC's Johanna Wagstaffe investigates how the city plans to keep the taps running. Correction: This video was edited after it was first published to correct spelling errors in the names of two people.



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Apr 30, 2026

Quebec City student and Ontario nurse held by Israeli forces after aid boats intercepted
Two Canadians are among the activists detained by Israel after the boats they were sailing on were intercepted overnight during a mission to break the nearly 20-year naval blockade of Gaza, Canadian flotilla organizers said Thursday.



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Apr 30, 2026

Britney Spears charged in California with driving under the influence
The 44-year-old pop star was charged with a single misdemeanour count of driving under the combined influence of alcohol and at least one drug, the Ventura County District Attorney's Office said.



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Apr 30, 2026

Trump signs order authorizing revived Keystone XL pipeline




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Apr 30, 2026

Trump signs order to revive parts of cancelled Keystone XL pipeline




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