Google signs deal with organization to distribute $100M to Canadian news companies
Google announced which organization it has selected to distribute the $100 million the tech giant has promised to Canadian news companies Friday.
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Canadians more likely to prefer someone other than Trudeau lead Liberals in next election: Nanos
Canadians are three times more likely to prefer someone other than Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to lead the Liberals in the next election, a new Nanos Research survey for CTV News shows.
Tory MP says he misspoke after NDP MP accuses him of making anti-Indigenous comment
Conservative MP Brad Redekopp apologized in the House of Commons on Thursday after an Indigenous colleague from across the political aisle called him out for linking an offender's criminal record to his race.
New centre in the works to track Indigenous data on businesses, land and resources
A new institute is in the works that would track Indigenous economic prosperity in Canada by collecting data on population, businesses, land and resources. The First Nations University of Canada announced Thursday that it will set up the centre with help from two foundations.
LeBlanc accuses Tories of theatrics as they push for names of MPs in meddling report
Public Safety Minister Dominic LeBlanc accused Conservative MPs of theatrics Thursday as they pressed the government to release the names of MPs allegedly engaged in foreign interference.
Oil and gas CEOs testify before House of Commons environment committee
CEOs and executives of some of Canada's largest oil and gas companies defended their industry Thursday, the same day a group of Canadians personally affected by climate change called on the federal government to implement its proposed cap on emissions from the oil and gas sector.
MPs calling out hate while disparaging Israel criticism 'duplicitous': Muslim groups
Muslim groups say all political parties need to work harder to stamp out Islamophobia in Canada, and allow more space for people to criticize Israel without being painted as antisemitic.
New fee for streaming companies serves Canadian interests at Americans' expense: U.S.
American streaming companies are being unfairly targeted by a new Canadian fee that "disproportionately" serves interests north of the border, the United States is charging.
Disaster survivors bring pleas for climate change action to Parliament Hill
A growing class of Canadians for whom climate change is not an abstract but a lived reality are pleading with parliamentarians to take climate change more seriously and do whatever it takes to slow global warming.
Opinion
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opinion This year's society wedding: the Duke of Westminster's 'Bridgerton' moment
In her latest column for CTVNews.ca, royal commentator Afua Hagan writes about the upcoming nuptials between Hugh Grosvenor -- the Duke of Westminster and one of Britain's most eligible bachelors -- and Olivia Henson.
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opinion Tom Mulcair: Pierre Poilievre proves to be a quick study when it comes to damage control
It was Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre’s birthday on Monday, but he could've probably done without the package that one of his more obscure backbenchers dropped on his doorstep, writes former NDP leader Tom Mulcair in his latest column for CTVNews.ca.
opinion
opinion What high earners should do to manage their wealth and save time
In his latest personal finance column for CTVNews.ca, Christopher Liew has advice for high earners who should consider wealth and time management strategies to create even greater financial freedom for themselves.
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opinion Six ways to put your saving on autopilot and pay yourself first
In his latest personal finance column for CTVNews.ca, Christopher Liew explains how automating your savings and paying yourself has never been easier, thanks to the digital banking tools and apps that are out there.
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opinion What could stunt Trump and the Republicans from winning in November?
In his latest column for CTVNews.ca, Washington political analyst Eric Ham explains how and why Republicans -- up and down the ballot -- are falling far behind Democrats in both fundraising and infrastructure.
opinion
opinion Biden steals debate issue from Trump campaign, makes it his own
Donald Trump had spent weeks needling U.S. President Joe Biden for his refusal to commit to a debate. But Washington political columnist Eric Ham describes how in one fell swoop, Biden ingeniously stole the issue from the Trump campaign and made it his own.
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opinion Tom Mulcair: With Trudeau spiralling, Mark Carney waits in the wings
In his latest column for CTVNews.ca, former NDP leader Tom Mulcair argues that if there's an unofficial frontrunner in the eventual race to replace Justin Trudeau as Liberal leader, it has to be former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney.
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opinion Harry and Meghan's Nigerian adventure: Traditional attire to warm welcomes
For her latest column on CTVNews.ca, royal commentator Afua Hagan writes about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's recent visit to Nigeria, calling it a 'deeply meaningful campaign' that was about aligning their ongoing efforts to foster mental-health awareness and promoting the Invictus Games.
opinion
opinion How to use your credit card as a powerful wealth-building tool
Irresponsibly using a credit card can land you in financial trouble, but personal finance columnist Christopher Liew says when used properly, it can be a powerful wealth-building tool that can help grow your credit profile and create new opportunities.
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Fact check: Trump falsely claims Democratic states are passing laws allowing people to execute babies after birth
Former U.S. President Donald Trump continues to try to depict Democrats as the 'true radicals' on abortion policy. To make his case, though, CNN's fact checker Daniel Dale argues the presumptive Republican presidential nominee has made wildly inaccurate claims.
Calgary 'using more water than it can produce', officials say
In an update on Friday morning, Calgary officials are urging the public to follow all the guidelines around water conservation because at the current rate of consumption, the city could run out of water.
Prince William is usher at wedding of aristocrat the Duke of Westminster
The wedding of 33-year-old Hugh Grosvenor, one of Britain's wealthiest landowners, to his partner Olivia Henson, 31, is one of the high-society events of the year in Britain.
WATCH
WATCH Wage growth may have risen, but not for everyone. An economist explains why
Canada's economy added more jobs than analysts expected in May, but the jobless rate also ticked up. An economist explained the mixed bag of findings and why it may indicate that the economy is starting to slow.
Tessa Virtue and Morgan Rielly were ordered to stop painting their Toronto home. Here is why.
Decorated figure skater Tessa Virtue and Toronto Maple Leaf Morgan Rielly have hired a lobbyist as they seek permission to paint the exterior of their Rosedale heritage home, despite objections from city staff.
Strike looms for border workers if mediation doesn't deliver deal
Thousands of Canadian border workers could go on strike this afternoon if mediation doesn't deliver a deal before then.
He spent months visiting death row inmates and witnessed three executions. Here's what he's learned
On August 9, 2018, Steven Hale stood outside a Tennessee prison as a convicted murderer inside awaited a lethal dose of a three-drug cocktail. It was the first execution of a death row inmate in the state in nearly a decade.
Meet the joro, a flying spider scientists say could someday spread to Canada
Recent research suggests that an invasive species of large, colourful spiders that take to the air as babies could spread to Canada.
46-year-old competes for Miss Universe Ecuador crown as pageant's oldest participant
Ecuador may have a 46-year-old woman representing the small Andean nation in the Miss Universe beauty pageant later this year.
Canada
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Calgary 'using more water than it can produce', officials say
In an update on Friday morning, Calgary officials are urging the public to follow all the guidelines around water conservation because at the current rate of consumption, the city could run out of water.
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Strike looms for border workers if mediation doesn't deliver deal
Thousands of Canadian border workers could go on strike this afternoon if mediation doesn't deliver a deal before then.
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Tessa Virtue and Morgan Rielly were ordered to stop painting their Toronto home. Here is why.
Decorated figure skater Tessa Virtue and Toronto Maple Leaf Morgan Rielly have hired a lobbyist as they seek permission to paint the exterior of their Rosedale heritage home, despite objections from city staff.
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Ibrahim Ali faces murder sentencing hearing at B.C. Supreme Court
A sentencing hearing is scheduled to begin this morning in Vancouver for Ibrahim Ali, who was convicted in December of the first-degree murder of a 13-year-old girl from Burnaby, B.C.
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Man who killed Quebec student in 2000 pleads guilty to separate attempted murder
The man who was convicted earlier this year in the first-degree murder of a Quebec junior college student in 2000 has pleaded guilty in a second cold case.
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RCMP charge 5 suspects after woman assaulted, held against her will for days
RCMP have charged five people and are searching for two more suspects after a woman was held against her will and beaten for days on a northern Manitoba First Nation.
World
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Worries grow for British doctor and TV presenter who went missing in Greece
Greek police say an ongoing major search and rescue operation on the small eastern Aegean island of Symi has still not located British doctor and television presenter Michael Mosley, who went missing on Wednesday afternoon after reportedly going for a walk.
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Prince William is usher at wedding of aristocrat the Duke of Westminster
The wedding of 33-year-old Hugh Grosvenor, one of Britain's wealthiest landowners, to his partner Olivia Henson, 31, is one of the high-society events of the year in Britain.
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Kids are upstaging their political parents — by acting like kids
For one shining moment this week, the ongoing political crises in the United States were swept away by the comedic power of one cherubic and wildly exuberant six-year-old.
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He spent months visiting death row inmates and witnessed three executions. Here's what he's learned
On August 9, 2018, Steven Hale stood outside a Tennessee prison as a convicted murderer inside awaited a lethal dose of a three-drug cocktail. It was the first execution of a death row inmate in the state in nearly a decade.
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Fact check: Trump falsely claims Democratic states are passing laws allowing people to execute babies after birth
Former U.S. President Donald Trump continues to try to depict Democrats as the 'true radicals' on abortion policy. To make his case, though, CNN's fact checker Daniel Dale argues the presumptive Republican presidential nominee has made wildly inaccurate claims.
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Russian warships, including nuclear-powered submarine, to visit Cuba next week
Four Russian warships, including a nuclear-powered submarine, will arrive in Havana next week, Cuban officials said Thursday, citing 'historically friendly relations' between both nations and as tensions escalate over Western military support for Ukraine in its war with Russia.
Politics
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Google signs deal with organization to distribute $100M to Canadian news companies
Google announced which organization it has selected to distribute the $100 million the tech giant has promised to Canadian news companies Friday.
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Canadians more likely to prefer someone other than Trudeau lead Liberals in next election: Nanos
Canadians are three times more likely to prefer someone other than Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to lead the Liberals in the next election, a new Nanos Research survey for CTV News shows.
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Tory MP says he misspoke after NDP MP accuses him of making anti-Indigenous comment
Conservative MP Brad Redekopp apologized in the House of Commons on Thursday after an Indigenous colleague from across the political aisle called him out for linking an offender's criminal record to his race.
Health
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A drive for life: Mother drives Uber to educate riders on overdose prevention and addiction
A mother whose18-year-old son was addicted to Xanax and Percocet now drives Uber so she can use the service as a platform to educate riders about addiction and overdose prevention. She's driven on more than 9,000 trips.
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Eating disorder specialist spreads hopeful message about recovery
Social worker and eating disorder specialist Kyla Fox is keeping her focus on positive outcomes. As teens and their families learn about medical treatment available, she also wants to educate young people about the reality of recovery from eating disorders.
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Should you sweat the whole body deodorant?
The trend of the use of antiperspirant spray on the entire body to eliminate the bacteria that causes the bad smell when you sweat is sparking debate among specialists.
Sci-Tech
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FEATUREFEATURE Why modern technology could be at risk if a strong geomagnetic storm hits
The risks our technology-reliant civilization may face in the event a severe geomagnetic storm hits earth, and who monitors space weather activity for Canada.
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Keeping children safe on social media: What parents should know to protect their kids
Experts share some tips on staying safe, communicating and setting limits on social media -- for kids as well as their parents.
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FEATURE
FEATURE Learn how geomagnetic storms create the northern lights – and why they can be dangerous
The sun has been going through solar cycles for 4.6 billion years, but in May, millions of humans were able to experience an intense burst of solar activity.
Entertainment
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46-year-old competes for Miss Universe Ecuador crown as pageant's oldest participant
Ecuador may have a 46-year-old woman representing the small Andean nation in the Miss Universe beauty pageant later this year.
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'Run Lola Run' at 25: How the movie ran a multiverse ahead of its time
Twenty-five years ago, a small, low-budget German film by the name of 'Run Lola Run' took the world by storm. Looking back, its director sees parallels between his visionary movie and the multiverse films that have become tentpole blockbusters today.
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'Wheel of Fortune': Vanna White bids an emotional goodbye to Pat Sajak
Ahead of Pat Sajak's final episode as the host of 'Wheel of Fortune,' Vanna White paid an emotional tribute to her co-host of more than 40 years.
Business
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Average asking rental price in Canada reaches record high: report
The average asking rental price in Canada surpassed $2,200 to reach a record high in May, according to a new report.
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Zombies: Ranks of world's most debt-hobbled companies are soaring, and not all will survive
They are called zombies, companies so laden with debt that they are just stumbling by on the brink of survival, barely able to pay even the interest on their loans and often just a bad business hit away from dying off for good.
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WATCH
WATCH Wage growth may have risen, but not for everyone. An economist explains why
Canada's economy added more jobs than analysts expected in May, but the jobless rate also ticked up. An economist explained the mixed bag of findings and why it may indicate that the economy is starting to slow.
Lifestyle
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Should you sweat the whole body deodorant?
The trend of the use of antiperspirant spray on the entire body to eliminate the bacteria that causes the bad smell when you sweat is sparking debate among specialists.
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The colour of your child's swimsuit can play a role in their safety at the pool, experts say
The colour of your child’s swimsuit could impact their safety at a swimming pool or the beach. That’s according to water safety experts who have taken a close look at how the hue of swimwear may influence how visible a child is under water.
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Keeping children safe on social media: What parents should know to protect their kids
Experts share some tips on staying safe, communicating and setting limits on social media -- for kids as well as their parents.
Sports
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Tessa Virtue and Morgan Rielly were ordered to stop painting their Toronto home. Here is why.
Decorated figure skater Tessa Virtue and Toronto Maple Leaf Morgan Rielly have hired a lobbyist as they seek permission to paint the exterior of their Rosedale heritage home, despite objections from city staff.
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New date announced for fight between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul
Mike Tyson’s return to boxing will now take place on November 15, after his fight against Jake Paul was postponed due to the former world heavyweight champion experiencing a medical issue.
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Bombers kicker Castillo critical of CFL's use of chipped footballs
One game into the 2024 season, and the CFL has a kicking controversy to deal with.
Autos
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Bob Kelley, long-time publisher of used car guide Kelley Blue Book, dies at 96
If you're wondering how much your car is worth, or how much to pay for that car you're thinking of buying, there's a good chance you'll check KBB.com.
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Toyota apologizes for cheating on vehicle testing and halts production of three models
Toyota Chairman Akio Toyoda apologized Monday for massive cheating on certification tests for seven vehicle models as the automaker suspended production of three of them.
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Here's how far B.C. drivers must keep from cyclists, pedestrians under new law
A new law protecting cyclists and pedestrians in British Columbia takes effect Monday, establishing minimum distances that drivers must keep from so-called vulnerable road users.
