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Must-see looks from the 2026 Golden Globes

Standout style moments from the 83rd annual red carpet.

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Guard at Winter Olympic construction site dies in nighttime subfreezing temperatures

A guard at a construction site near a 2026 Winter Olympic venue in the mountain resort of Cortina d'Ampezzo died during a frigid overnight shift, authorities confirmed on Saturday.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 6 hours ago

13 blocks in Dawson City, Yukon, affected by frozen water or sewer lines following water main breaks

The city says approximately 80 homes still have frozen water lines. A boil water advisory remains in effect.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 8 hours ago

Trump says no more Venezuelan oil or money to go to Cuba, pushes for deal

U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday said no more Venezuelan oil or money will go to Cuba and suggested the communist-run island should strike a deal with Washington, ramping up pressure on the longtime U.S. nemesis.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 9 hours ago

N.S. artist helps kelp grow in homemade clay pots in underwater art installation

The pots were created using a mix of wild and commercial clay, and were placed in the waters of Cranberry Cove in December.

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Rory Linkletter runs under 1 hour to break Canadian half marathon record for 2nd time in 4 years

Rory Linkletter is the first Canadian to run a half marathon under one hour, achieving the feat on a cool Sunday morning in Houston with a 59-minute 49-second clocking to beat former record holder Cam Levins by 69 seconds.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 10 hours ago

Central Alberta farmers amazed to welcome triplet calves for 2nd year in a row

Lucky 7 Cattle Co., near Sedgewick, Alta., started 2026 with a bang, welcoming a set of healthy triplet calves for the second year in a row.

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Regional - CBC NEWS - 11 hours ago
Regional - CBC NEWS - 11 hours ago

Illegal drugs advertised on social media; more airline competition taking off: CBC Marketplace cheat sheet

The CBC's Marketplace rounds up the consumer and health news you need from the week.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 12 hours ago

Pereira, Michaud pull off upset to win Canadian pairs title

Figure skaters Lia Pereira and Trennt Michaud scored 204.14 points, including 135.03 points in their free program, to eclipse veterans Deanna Stellato-Dudek and Maxime Deschamps and win the pair's first national title.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 15 hours ago

How a 1st year resident in St John's helped solve a medical mystery, and didn't stop there

Ian Gillies Jr. had spent a month in hospital, slowly getting sicker and sicker. Just as doctors warned the family he might not make it through the night, a "saviour arrived," says his dad.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 15 hours ago

Appetite for a bargain: Rising food costs fuel boom in discount grocery stores

With the cost of living soaring, Ron Robinson is determined to save wherever he can starting with his grocery bill. It’s why he shops at an ultra discount grocery chain in Montreal, where prices can be as much as 50 per cent less than a regular grocery store.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 15 hours ago
Regional - CBC NEWS - 15 hours ago
Regional - CBC NEWS - 15 hours ago

The apprenticeship of Prince George

When Prince William took his son, Prince George, to help at a homeless shelter recently, he was continuing George’s cautious but deliberate introduction to the public side of his royal life ahead while also offering a reminder of the influence William's mother, Diana, had on his own upbringing.

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U.S. attack in Venezuela creates risk, opportunity for guerrilla groups

The U.S. attack on Venezuela has shifted the ground for the various guerrilla groups operating across the borderlands with Colombia, raising fears of possible betrayal by Venezuelan regime officials, while opening the door to a wider conflict should U.S. boots ever hit the ground, local security experts say.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 1 day ago

Bob Weir, founding member of the Grateful Dead, dies at 78

Veteran rock musician Bob Weir, ​co-founder of ⁠the ‍Grateful ⁠Dead, ​has died at ⁠age 78, after ‍a battle with cancer ⁠from "underlying ​lung ​issues," according ‍to a statement ‍posted ⁠on his verified Instagram account.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 1 day ago

Grateful Dead co-founder Bob Weir dead at 78

Veteran rock musician Bob Weir, ​co-founder of ⁠the ‍Grateful ⁠Dead, ​has died at ⁠age 78, after ‍a battle with cancer ⁠from "underlying ​lung ​issues," according ‍to a statement ‍posted ⁠on his verified Instagram account.

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Manitoba judge orders province to reconsider polar bear viewing permits for Churchill company

A Manitoba judge says Natural Resources Minister Ian Bushie must reconsider granting permits to a company that’s no longer allowed to take tourists to see polar bears in large tundra vehicles east of Churchill.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 1 day ago

Montrealers rally in support of Iranian people amid anti-regime protests, internet blackout in Iran

Iranian Montrealers rallied in the downtown core Saturday afternoon in a show of support for the people of Iran. Over the past two weeks, the country has been rocked by massive protests that began over Iran's ailing economy and continue to be fueled by anger toward the regime.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 1 day ago

Montrealers rally in support of Iranian people as anti-regime protests rock Iran

Iranian Montrealers rallied in the downtown core Saturday afternoon in a show of support for the people of Iran. Over the past two weeks, the country has been rocked by massive protests that began over Iran's ailing economy and continue to be fueled by anger toward the regime.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 1 day ago

Ruth Jones McVeigh, co-founder of long-running Mariposa Folk Festival, dead at 99

Ruth Jones McVeigh was a driving force behind the creation of a community-oriented musical gathering that's withstood location changes and financial challenges to become one of the longest-running folk festivals in North America. 

Regional - CBC NEWS - 1 day ago

No end in sight to water crisis in Kashechewan First Nation

As Kaschechwan First Nation, along northern Ontario’s James Bay coast, navigates a water crisis, families are having to get by with one case of water bottles per day.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 1 day ago

Burst pipes, no water and still staying: Life for Pimicikamak Cree Nation's holdouts

Despite a four-day power outage and subsequent plumbing issues that forced 4,000 people to evacuate, many in this northern First Nation chose to stay. They're holdouts many either dealing with water and sewage issues at their own properties, or helping their neighbours who are.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 1 day ago

B.C. woman finally gets mobility device back after Toronto Lyft driver stopped returning calls

A British Columbia woman with a neurological disorder says she's looking forward to finally getting her mobility device back from a Toronto ride-hailing driver, who didn’t return it after she accidentally left it in his car in October.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 1 day ago

Rothesay, N.B., puts an end to traditional shacks in ice-fishing village

A longtime local fisherman who's watched the problem grow worse in recent years says the Town of Rothesay could have worked with the fishing community to find a solution that preserved the colourful, customized shacks in the decades-old winter village.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 1 day ago

Renovations at Halifax arena reveal 'really cool piece of rock history'

Maintenance workers at Halifax's Scotiabank Centre made a surprising discovery over the Christmas holidays. While removing a panel that protects an elevator wall, workers found a pristine signature belonging to Aerosmith singer Steven Tyler.

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Famed archaeologist Robert Grenier, who discovered the San Juan in a Labrador bay, dead at 88

Famed archaeologist Robert Grenier, who led the discovery of the 16th-century Basque whaling ship the San Juan in Labrador, has died. He was 88 years old.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 1 day ago

The U.S. wants Venezuelan oil. Does that undercut Canada's leverage in trade talks?

As Ottawa gears up to review the Canada-U.S.-Mexico-Agreement, do the developments in Venezuela undercut the Canadians' bargaining position? CBC's The House spoke to experts and former officials about the feasibility of ramping up Venezuelan oil production and the road ahead.

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Airlines don’t have to tell you how much legroom you’ll have on your flight. Here’s what you need to know

Airlines are not required to tell passengers how much legroom they'll be getting when booking a flight, raising safety and health concerns. An aviation expert says regulations could help establish a basic level of service for economy class tickets.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 1 day ago

Venezuelans disappointed by failure to release more political prisoners

Only nine political prisoners appear to have been freed after Maduro regime figure Jorge Rodriguez promised on Thursday that a "significant" number would be emerging from the country's notoriously abusive prisons. The Trump administration has suggested their release is not a priority, and a growing number of anti-Maduro Venezuelans want to know why.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 1 day ago

Why Heated Rivalry isn't eligible for the Emmys

The meteoric success of Canadian series Heated Rivalry is unlike anything industry watchers have seen in recent years. But it might be too Canadian for some of the biggest TV awards including television's marquee event, the Primetime Emmys.

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Blue Jays have been aggressive off-season spenders. Will a high payroll win them a World Series?

The Toronto Blue Jays have been spending to the hilt to secure top talent as the MLB club aims to mount another deep playoff run this year. In a heartbreaking extra-inning loss to the L.A. Dodgers last fall, the American League champs narrowly missed taking their first World Series in 32 years.

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How an old word like ‘snollygoster’ can give people power over politics

Susie Dent says labelling the “snollygosters” and “mumpsimus” and other emotions can actually give people a great deal of peace during challenging times.

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Blue Jays have dropped big bucks aiming for World Series win in 2026. Will big spending pay off?

The Toronto Blue Jays have been spending to the hilt to secure top talent as the MLB club aims to mount another deep playoff run this year. In a heartbreaking extra-inning loss to the L.A. Dodgers last fall, the American League champs narrowly missed taking their first World Series in 32 years.

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What are prediction markets, and how did one user make $400K betting on Maduro?

The huge sums of money swapped over the dramatic capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro have reignited questions about prediction markets platforms that allow users to make yes/no wagers on nearly any kind of event, and which have shot from small startups to major companies in recent years.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 2 days ago

Chance of privately developed pipeline almost ‘zero’ if no government backstop: former Alberta energy minister

Premier Danielle Smith demanded Ottawa fast-track approvals of export line in wake of U.S. activity in Venezuela, as one of her former ministers warned that any private project would now need public support.

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Regional - CBC NEWS - 2 days ago
Regional - CBC NEWS - 2 days ago

10,000 books tossed at Ontario school. Librarians say there are other ways to give books a second life

More than 10,000 books were tossed from the shelves at H.B. Beal Secondary School's library last year. The Thames Valley District School Board said recycling the books was part of a standard review practice, but some librarians and archivists say there are better ways to give books a second life.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 2 days ago

U.S. man extradited to Canada decades after brutal slaying of senior citizen at B.C. rest stop

The victim was a great-grandfather driving through Canada. The accused killer was a hitchhiker. Now, decades later, he is facing justice in Canada, where he entered a guilty plea on Friday.

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A Mississauga, Ont., man took the city to court over not mowing his lawn and won

A Mississauga man has won a Superior Court challenge against the city over a weed control bylaw that prevents homeowners from growing some plants and grass over a certain height.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 2 days ago

Conservatives to debate policies including abortion, DEI and MAID at Calgary convention

Conservative Party members are pressing their leader to adopt a number of controversial policy positions at their upcoming convention including private health care, scrapping Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) policies and abandoning the party's position to stay out of the abortion debate.

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After fleeing to U.K. twice, Calgary woman gets 4-year prison sentence for $2-million fraud

A Calgary woman who twice fled to the U.K. to avoid being sent to prison for stealing nearly $2-million from her employer was handed a four-year, two-month sentence Friday.

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Workers owed thousands after CEO’s venture fails again

Calgary employees fighting for thousands in missing wages discovered that the entrepreneur they worked for was also behind another business that didn’t pay its bills. An employment lawyer says a ‘corporate veil’ helps protect individuals from personal liability when a company fails.

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Ottawa sending military after thousands evacuate Pimicikamak Cree Nation in Manitoba

The federal government is sending the military to help Pimicikamak Cree Nation after a days-long power outage led to damage to hundreds of homes and essential community infrastructure.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 2 days ago

'Gnarly' ski jump over canal locks prompts warnings to would-be copycats

Parks Canada is asking people not to ski jump across the Rideau Canal after a video showing a member of a stunt collective doing just that and barely making it went viral.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 2 days ago

Horse with no home saved from frozen creek near Cochin, Sask.

The horse, now called Frosty, is safe and in recovery after his brush with death. Locals have stepped up to offer feed and financial support.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 2 days ago

Man accused in Ryan Wedding case seeks to protect IDs of sureties, citing safety risk

An Ontario man arrested in a sweep targeting alleged associates of Canadian fugitive Ryan Wedding is asking the court to protect the identities of the people proposing to supervise him on bail.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 2 days ago

Mangione’s trial in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO could start before end of year

Luigi Mangione’s federal death penalty trial in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson could begin before the end of the year, a judge said Friday while weighing a defence bid to bar the government from making it a capital case.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 2 days ago

Tapping out: Why Calgarians might not be cutting water use during latest crisis

It’s an all-too-familiar ask of a city likely weary of water restrictions: reduce your water intake, or risk overwhelming the system.  But whether that message is getting across or how many care to listen is unclear.

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Regional - CBC NEWS - 2 days ago
Regional - CBC NEWS - 2 days ago

Flu surge adding to ER strain, doctors say

Some emergency departments across Canada report that the rapid spread of influenza has contributed to overcrowding, as some children and adults face long-lasting fevers, with the latest federal report showing a slight declining picture of flu activity across the country.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 2 days ago

Canada now approves far fewer Jordan’s Principle education requests in Ontario, tribunal hears

The federal government has drastically cut funding for First Nations kids in Ontario seeking educational support under Jordan’s Principle, a tribunal hearing revealed this week. The money decreased from $122.1 million to just $1.2 million over the same time periods in 2024 versus 2025.

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Musk's xAI adds new restrictions to Grok after uproar over sexual images

Elon Musk's startup xAI has put some restrictions on the image generation function of its Grok chatbot on social media platform X, after the tool's use of AI to create and publish sexualized images sparked a widespread backlash.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 2 days ago

3 missing amid bushfires, 'catastrophic' conditions in Australia

Three people were unaccounted for as out-of-control bushfires raged in the Australian state of Victoria, destroying homes and burning through vast swathes of bushland amid the worst fire conditions since 2019's Black Summer.

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Regional - CBC NEWS - 2 days ago
Regional - CBC NEWS - 2 days ago
Regional - CBC NEWS - 2 days ago

Co-accused in 2021 drive-by killings to walk free because of trial delay

For the second time in his life an Ottawa man had a first-degree murder case falter before he ever got to trial because of problems in the management of the prosecutions against him.

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Another murder prosecution falls apart and frees accused, this time in bounty killings of 2 brothers

For the second time in his life an Ottawa man had a first-degree murder case falter before he ever got to trial because of problems in the management of the prosecutions against him.

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Canadian economy added 8,200 jobs in December, while unemployment rose to 6.8%

The results come after three months of strong gains from September to November. The unemployment rate rose to 6.8 per cent in December, up from 6.5 per cent in November.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 2 days ago

Iran demonstrations against regime continue as ayatollah, state media rail against 'terrorist agents'

Iranian protesters shouted and marched through the streets into Friday morning after a call by the country's exiled crown prince for demonstrations, despite Iran's theocracy cutting off the nation from the internet and international telephone calls.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 2 days ago

Fireguards to protect residents also a boon to Alberta wildlife

Bow Valley's bears, birds and elk enjoy new food and open spaces when trees get cleared for fire protection.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 2 days ago

Winnipeg police officer convicted of trafficking would often 'fairy dust' partiers with drugs: former friend

A former acquaintance of Elston Bostock says the disgraced Winnipeg police constable had a reputation for being a "hookup" over a period of years, and would routinely "fairy dust" partiers with white powdered drugs.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 2 days ago

Freeland resignation shakes up already fluid situation in House of Commons

Former cabinet minister Chrystia Freeland is officially vacating her seat in the House of Commons on Friday, leaving the Liberal government which is within striking distance of a majority one MP down for the time being.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 2 days ago

The Plague isn't a new Lord of the Flies. It's more terrifying

The Plague, a new horror-flecked film starring Joel Edgerton and newcomer Everett Blunck, tells the story of a 2000s-era water polo camp. The results are bleak, horrifying and masterful.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 2 days ago

Retired CBC host Cathy Alex remembered for her sense of humour, passion for journalism

Former CBC host Cathy Alex, who died this week at 62, is being remembered for her resounding laughter, love of the outdoors and commitment to the communities she served during her 33-year career. Here's what former colleagues shared about their time working with Alex in Thunder Bay, Ont.

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How Louise Penny built the most loyal fan club in Canadian literature

Canadian author Louise Penny has created a dedicated community of readers, posting in busy Facebook groups, attending live events and even traveling on literary pilgrimages to the Eastern Townships in Quebec to see the spots that inspired her work.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 2 days ago

Soaring renovation costs in Quebec force homeowners to rethink how they build, budget

Statistics show renovation costs in Quebec have grown dramatically since the pandemic, forcing many homeowners to rethink budgets and timelines.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 2 days ago

Rogers program to reduce youth screen time is a good first step, say parents and experts

A new $50 million program to tackle excess screen time for tweens and teens is a good first step, say parents and experts, though they want more action from tech, telecom companies and governments to tackle the problem. 

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Mayor of Caledon, Ont., joins calls for feds to tackle extortion cases linked to international organized crime

As anxious victims demand answers, the mayor of Caledon says the town doesn’t have enough resources to tackle the issue and wants the federal government to step in.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 2 days ago

Physicians call on Alberta to declare state of emergency over crowded hospitals

Dr. Paul Parks, the president-elect of the section of emergency medicine of the Alberta Medical Association, said he is calling for drastic action from the provincial government at the urging of physicians from across the province and across hospital divisions.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 2 days ago

B.C. premier proposes publicly funded refinery over pipeline. Is it realistic?

As B.C. Premier David Eby continues to reject the idea of a new pipeline through the B.C. North, he’s now suggesting that building a Canadian refinery would be a better use of taxpayer dollars but some experts doubt the proposal’s merits.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 3 days ago

Doug Ford's plan to remove Crown Royal from Ontario shelves 'misinformed,' Manitoba MP says

A federal Conservative MP from Manitoba says Ontario Premier Doug Ford didn't have "all the facts in front of him" when he doubled down on threats to pull Crown Royal whisky off shelves.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 3 days ago

Internet access and telephone lines cut out after protests erupt in Iran

People in Iran's capital shouted from their homes and rallied in the street Thursday night after the country's exiled crown prince called for a mass demonstration, witnesses said, a new escalation in the protests that have spread nationwide across the Islamic Republic. Internet access and telephone lines in Iran cut out immediately after the protests began.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 3 days ago

Ford warns Carney not to cut tariffs on Chinese EVs as PM looks to repair ties with Beijing

Ontario Premier Doug Ford is urging Prime Minister Mark Carney to stand firm when he travels to China later this month and keep the steep tariffs on its electric vehicles in place.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 3 days ago

City council not told Calgary's water system was at risk in 2017, says former mayor Nenshi

Two former councillors and the former mayor say they weren't made aware of the high risk the Bearspaw feeder main faced during their time in office, years before a pair of catastrophic breaks left the city's water system in disarray.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 3 days ago

Researchers hunt each other in the Quebec wilderness for science, of course

To better understand the complex interactions between nature’s hunters and hunted, researchers gathered at the the Éco-Laurentides park near Val-Morin, Que., for a game of predator-prey.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 3 days ago

Dog chewing heated ski glove sparks fire in Ottawa home

Ottawa firefighters acted quickly Thursday morning to extinguish a blaze that began when a family's dog chewed a heated ski glove, causing its battery to ignite.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 3 days ago

Conservative MP calls cancellation of his campus event an attack on free speech

Alberta Conservative MP Garnett Genuis says he was denied permission to hold an event on York University's campus on Friday.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 3 days ago

Deadly standoff continues between Syrian army, Kurdish-led forces in Aleppo

Violent clashes between the Syrian army and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) have continued to intensify in the northern city of Aleppo, entering a third day, as tens of thousands of civilians were forced to flee their homes.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 3 days ago

Everything you need to know before Canada announces its women's Olympic hockey team

The 23-player roster that will represent Canada in Italy next month will be unveiled on Friday afternoon in Toronto.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 3 days ago

City officials to update on water main break as calls continue for Calgarians to cut back on water use

City of Calgary officials will provide an update this afternoon at 1 p.m. on the work to repair the Bearspaw south feeder main after it burst on Dec. 30.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 3 days ago

City officials provide update on water main break as calls continue for Calgarians to cut back on water use

City of Calgary officials will provide an update this afternoon at 1 p.m. on the work to repair the Bearspaw south feeder main after it burst on Dec. 30.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 3 days ago

NASA curtails space station mission after astronaut medical issue

NASA is cutting short a mission aboard the International Space Station after an astronaut had a medical issue.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 3 days ago

NASA considers bringing crew home early due to medical issue with astronaut

NASA is considering a rare early return of its crew from the International Space Station over an unspecified medical issue involving one of the astronauts after cancelling a spacewalk.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 3 days ago

Viral video on WestJet plane sparks debate over passenger legroom, calls for more regulation

A viral video showcasing an Alberta family’s tight squeeze on a recent WestJet flight is prompting conversations about passenger legroom on Canadian airlines and whether the federal government needs to get involved.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 3 days ago

Vancouver Lapu-Lapu Day festival to return after deadly car ramming, focus on healing

The chair of Filipino B.C. said holding a 2026 Lapu-Lapu Day festival is "important for collective healing" after 11 people were killed and dozens more were injured in an alleged vehicle attack last year. The festival will take place the weekend of April 17-19.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 3 days ago

The Canadian ice expert faced with making Olympic hockey arena playable

CBC Sports' Chris Jones is in Italy to report on the progress of preparations ahead of the start of the Milano Cortina Olympics.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 3 days ago

Olympic officials optimistic as Milano Santagiulia arena sees its 1st action in test event

CBC Sports' Chris Jones is in Italy to report on the progress of preparations ahead of the start of the Milano Cortina Olympics.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 3 days ago

Canada's share of exports to U.S. hit lowest level in decades in October

Exports to the U.S. slumped in October to their lowest level outside of the pandemic since 1997, while exports to countries other than the U.S. jumped in the same month. The shift comes after U.S. President Donald Trump imposed hefty tariffs on much of the world.