Canadian philanthropist Salah Bachir remembered for gifts to health care, 2SLGBTQ+ causes, education

Salah Bachir's friends and family remembered the executive, philanthropist and party host at his funeral as someone who always found ways to contribute, whether it was hosting family festivities at his historic home in Paris, Ont., soliciting donations for the Toronto dialysis unit where he was a patient or throwing gala fund-raising events for charities he cherished.
National Steel Car workers on strike in Hamilton nearly 3 months still 'fighting for what's fair,' union says

Some 1,200 workers at National Steel Car in Hamilton have been on strike since mid-August. United Steelworkers Local 7135 and employees say key issues include workplace safety and wages.
How to tell whether your lithium batteries are a fire risk — and what to do if they are

We've heard a lot about how dangerous lithium battery fires are, but most of us also keep and charge smartphones, e-bikes and other lithium battery devices at home. Do we actually need to worry? Are some safer than others? Can they really go from safe to risky? And what are the warning signs? Here are some answers.
How roasting coffee with a popcorn popper turned into Thunder Bay's St Paul Roastery

St Paul Roastery, which doubles as a café, has become a mainstay on its namesake street in Thunder Bay. Up North host Jonathan Pinto asked co-owner Cameron Reid how it all started.
Ever wonder how Hollywood creates those spine-chilling sound effects?

From creepy footsteps to the sound of bones breaking, Hollywood's sound effects aren't always what they seem. It's called foley. The CBC's Matt Fratpietro was introduced to the art of foley by Jean Paul DeRoover and Mack Davis over at Blueprints in Thunder Bay, Ont. Here's what he learned about the subtleties of sound creation.
Tariffs are hurting Ontario’s art scene too. Inside its push to survive

As businesses across Canada are being hit by tariffs, artists and gallery owners are no exception. The U.S. put 50 per cent tariffs on all original Canadian-made art as of Aug. 22. CBC’s Maya Fernandez spoke with some Ontario gallery owners navigating the situation.
Is this Toronto's spookiest street? Meet the skeleton's of Pape Avenue

Houses along Pape Avenue, north of Queen East, are covered in skeletons posing in grand, creative, larger-than-life displays. CBC's Haydn Watters finds why the neighbourhood is so obsessed with skulls and bones.
Brad Bradford is out. Who's left to challenge Chow's progressive council now?

Brad Bradford styled himself as Olivia Chow’s chief critic in the three years that followed the 2023 byelection. But now he’s gone and other conservative-leaning councillors say they won’t pick up the torch.
Anand says she called out Russian counterpart invited by U.S. to G20 ministerial
OTTAWA — Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand says Russia should not have attended a G20 meeting the U.S. hosted on Friday, but she still used the opportunity to make a point to Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.
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Anand says she called out Russian counterpart invited by U.S. to G20 ministerial
OTTAWA — Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand says Russia should not have attended a G20 meeting the U.S. hosted on Friday, but she still used the opportunity to make a point to Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.
Man, 27, facing sex assault charges in North York attack
A 27-year-old man is facing almost half a dozen charges in connection with an alleged sexual assault in North York.
Second man charged in aggravated assault investigation, 2 other suspects still outstanding
Toronto police have arrested and charged a second suspect in connection with an aggravated assault that occurred in Scarborough earlier this month. In a news release shared Friday, police announced the arrest of 34-year-old Kadeem Anderson-Binns of Toronto. Police previously arrested 31-year-old Vincent Lewis of Toronto in relation to the same case. It all started […]
US approves a proposed $2.1 billion sale of Patriot interceptors to Ukraine after alleged holdup
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration said Friday that it has approved a proposed $2.1 billion sale of Patriot air defense interceptors for Ukraine after Kyiv had accused the Pentagon of delaying delivery of the vital munition needed to stop Russian ballistic missiles.
Expert witness defends ‘advocacy’ in youth-led climate trial
VANCOUVER — A pediatrician testifying at Canada's first youth-led climate trial says doctors in her profession often view advocacy as a form of promoting patients' health, in response to a suggestion she has made "climate advocacy" part of her career.
In Alaska race, Trump targets a long, sometimes sordid political tradition of ‘spoiler’ candidates
By investigating an Alaska Democratic Senate hopeful over her campaign’s reported involvement in recruiting a candidate with the same name as the Republican incumbent, President Donald Trump’s administration is targeting a political trick that has been used in American politics for decades.
Anand says she called out Russian counterpart invited by U.S. to G20 ministerial
OTTAWA — Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand says Russia should not have attended a G20 meeting the U.S. hosted on Friday, but she still used the opportunity to make a point to Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.
How Canada’s new pact with the European Union might affect you
OTTAWA — Canada's new partnership with the European Union is meant to provide benefits to people on both continents.
Motorcyclist seriously injured in Brampton crash
A motorcyclist was rushed to a trauma centre on Friday evening following a serious crash in Brampton. Emergency crews were called to the area of Financial Drive and Derry Road just after 8:30 p.m. for reports of a two-vehicle collision. Police said in a social media post that one of the vehicles involved was a […]
Scott Clifton and Tamara Tunie earn lead acting Daytime Emmys. ‘General Hospital’ wins again
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Scott Clifton of “The Bold and the Beautiful” and Tamara Tunie of “Beyond the Gates” won lead acting honors at the 53rd annual Daytime Emmys on Friday night, with “General Hospital” honored as outstanding drama series for a record 19th time overall and sixth in a row.
Leafs’ Tanev eyes return against Canucks
Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Chris Tanev says all signs point to his return Saturday against the Vancouver Canucks.
Man found guilty of sexual assault 3 decades after random attack
Leslie Richard King, 56, has been found guilty of sexual assault following a random attack that occurred three decades ago.
Canucks place forward Filip Chytil on IR
The Vancouver Canucks placed forward Filip Chytil on injured reserve Friday ahead of Saturday's game against the visiting Toronto Maple Leafs.
Violent Toronto home invasion was ‘terrifying,’ real estate CEO says as police seek suspects
MAC Group CEO David Morton says his family is recovering after a violent Bridle Path home invasion left three relatives shot and all four attacked with a hammer.
Barnes has career-high 41 points in Raptors’ loss
Scottie Barnes had a career-high 41 points for the Raptors but Toronto still fell to the Orlando Magic 121-114 on Friday in the first NBA Cup game for both teams.
Senators forward Hodgson given two-game ban
Ottawa Senators forward Hayden Hodgson has been given a two-game suspension for boarding, the NHL's department of player safety said Friday.
Metrolinx sub-contractor charged following Toronto traffic agent death
Global News has learned the driver charged with careless driving causing death following Thursday's collision with a traffic agent, was working as a sub-contractor for Metrolinx.