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U.S. in final decision to hike Canadian softwood duties, tells officers to collect
The U.S. Department of Commerce says it has made a final decision to more than…
California’s Newsom, Pelosi back Texas Democrats as GOP warns of more escalations over walkout
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California Gov. Gavin Newsom and former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi appeared…
Trump says he will meet Putin next Friday in Alaska to discuss ending the Ukraine war
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said he will meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin…
Baklava pastries containing pistachios recalled due to salmonella
TORONTO — Baklava pastries containing pistachios are being recalled over salmonella concerns. The Canadian Food…
Packers star Billy Howton, believed to have been the oldest living NFL player, dies at 95
HOUSTON (AP) — Billy Howton, a former Green Bay Packers star regarded as one of…
Justice Department escalates scrutiny of Trump foes with probes of Letitia James and Adam Schiff
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Justice Department is escalating efforts to scrutinize perceived adversaries of President…
Carney announces 20% increase in military starting pay
TRENTON, ONT. — Ottawa is hiking entry-level pay for Canadian Armed Forces privates by 20…
The Latest: Israel plans to take control of Gaza City, drawing international condemnation
Israel said early Friday that it plans to take over Gaza City, drawing rejection from…
Apollo 13 moon mission leader James Lovell dies at 97
CHICAGO (AP) — James Lovell, the commander of Apollo 13 who helped turn a failed…
The Latest: Trump will host Armenia and Azerbaijan for a White House peace summit
President Donald Trump will convene a peace summit at the White House on Friday with…
Chicago Bears call on state legislature to pass bill and provide momentum for suburban stadium
LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) — Chicago Bears president Kevin Warren said Friday the team requires…
3 Sept. 11 victims’ remains are newly identified, nearly 24 years later
NEW YORK (AP) — Three 9/11 victims’ remains have newly been identified, officials said this…
Wildfires: Penalties for violating fire bans soar up to $150,000 in Newfoundland
ST. JOHN’S — As some of eastern Newfoundland’s tinder-dry forests continued to burn out of…
RFK Jr.’s war on mRNA vaccines breeds distrust, threatens Canada’s access to development: experts
TORONTO — Canadian doctors and scientists say Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s defunding of mRNA vaccine…
Florida farm identified as source of raw milk that sickened 21
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — The Florida Department of Health has identified Keely Farms Dairy as…
Florida updated agreement on handling detainees at ‘Alligator Alcatraz,’ but a month after it opened
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — More than a month after Florida opened “Alligator Alcatraz” in the…
American company Lyten interested in purchasing Northvolt battery plant in Quebec
MONTREAL — Lyten, an American company, has announced it hopes to purchase the Northvolt battery…
Netflix secures broadcast rights in Canada to 2027 and 2031 Women’s World Cups
Netflix has secured the exclusive broadcasting rights in Canada for the FIFA Women’s World Cup…
Cowboys can’t afford to let Micah Parsons’ contract dispute linger into the season
Jerry Jones is known for dragging contract negotiations so it’s no surprise Micah Parsons is…
What to Stream: Eddie Murphy and Pete Davidson team up and ‘King of the Hill’ and ‘Wednesday’ return
New Orleans legend Big Freedia returning with a new gospel album and the acting trio…
From Stephen King to New Jersey diners, History Press books cover local lore around the US
NEW YORK (AP) — With deep knowledge of Stephen King’s books and curiosity about their…
The Latest: Trump orders federal law enforcers onto streets of Washington, D.C.
With President Donald Trump calling for a federal takeover of the nation’s capital city, the…
Democratic Detroit lawmaker Joe Tate drops out of US Senate race
LANSING, Mich. (AP) — A Detroit lawmaker is dropping out of the race to represent…
In the news today: Advance polls open in Alberta byelection
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…