Relentless California wildfires leave 79 dead, nearly 1,300 others still missing
The number of people who remain missing in the wake of a pair of ferocious wildfires that have been blazing…
California fires: How authorities search for the missing
That isn’t clear. Authorities are working from a list of people whose loved ones have called in “welfare checks” or…
Once Republican bastions, Democrats see gains in traditionally conservative districts
From Orange County, California, to rural Maine, to the congressional district that’s home to one of President Donald Trump‘s golf…
California fires: Anguished relatives await fate of loved ones
In pictures: Wildfires tear across California From left, California Gov.-elect Gavin Newsom, California Gov. Jerry Brown, President Donald Trump, Paradise…
The Creative Way One Family Is Diversifying Bookshelves Across The Country
Troubled by the lack of diversity in children’s books and the literacy gap involving kids around the country, a mom…
Betsy DeVos’ New Title IX Guidelines Prioritize Schools Over Sexual Assault Survivors
Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos released her long-awaited proposed Title IX guidelines Friday morning, and there’s a lot to unpack.…
When Schools Use Child Protective Services As A Weapon Against Parents
CHICAGO and NEW YORK — Tiffany Banks sat in her living room, a ruby-red wall decorated with family photographs behind…
There Were Zero Things Better This Week Than The Ratio On Eddie Scarry’s Trash Tweet
What a spectacular week for owns. I have three moments of sheer online beauty that I’d like to present to…
Andrew Gillum Concedes Florida Gubernatorial Race To Ron DeSantis
Andrew Gillum, the Democratic mayor of Tallahassee running for governor of Florida, on Saturday conceded the contentious race to his…
Channing Dungey Exits Role as Entertainment President at ABC
ABC ABC Entertainment president Channing Dungey, the first African American to lead a major broadcast network in the U.S., is…
Lauren Underwood youngest Black woman elected to Congress
Lauren Underwood and Tracelyn Hairston appear at the Grand Opening of The David Yurman Boutique At CityCenter DC. (Photo by…
White Woman Calls 911 on Black Woman for Exiting Parking Lot Wrong
A woman holds a sign as she rests against a police barricade during a protest against police brutality at City…
Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner Confront Tristan Thompson About Cheating on Khloé
Kim Kardashian West and her momager Kris Jenner have revealed what went down when they privately confronted Tristan Thompson about…
President Trump Honors Judge Alan Page with Medal of Freedom
U.S. President Donald Trump presents the Presidential Medal of Freedom to former Minnesota Supreme Court Justice and college football player…
Mayor calls for resignation of white Kansas county official
Diversity in higher education Supreme Court A white Kansas county commissioner has come under fire after telling a Black city…
Diddy seen with ex-girlfriend Cassie a Day After Kim Porter’s Death
(Photo by Allen Berezovsky/Getty Images) Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs and ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura were spotted leaving an event together in Los…
Netflix’s ‘The Holiday Calendar’ Is Even More Enjoyably Mediocre Than ‘A Christmas Prince’
A lot of “important” movies came out this week. There’s “Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald,” the newest installment of…
Maps reveal hidden truths of the world’s cities – BBC News
A new website that lets people delve into data on the world’s cities has been launched. Dr Robert Muggah from…
Feely finger phone crawls across desk – BBC News
A touch-sensitive robotic finger that can be attached to smartphones has been developed by a researcher in France. The MobiLimb…
Storm Michael: 155mph winds leave trail of devastation – BBC News
The third-strongest storm in recorded history to hit the mainland US has battered north-west Florida, flooding beach towns and snapping…
Stormy Daniels: ‘I was called a liar’ – BBC News
Adult film star Stormy Daniels gives her side of the story to Newsnight, in her first UK interview since the…
Discover the Shahdag mountain and the Greater Caucasus range
The Shahdag mountain resort in Azerbaijan is renowned for its amazing rocks, high mountain herds and flocks and the traditional…
What are the barriers to growth in the halal industry?
Halal food is the largest and most diverse sector within the Islamic economy. Its expansion has resulted in the emergence…
EU says UK must recover billions in lost customs duties
EU says UK must recover billions in lost customs duties… READ MORE … source
Barbara Hannigan triumphs in new opera “Berenice” in Paris
The Canadian soprano excels in a role written for her.… READ MORE … source
Bank of England raises interest rates but Brexit fears weigh on pound
The Bank of England lifted interest rates on Thursday, but the pound fell amid uncertainty over Brexit and cautious comments…
Watch: Theresa May grooves to ABBA’s ‘Dancing Queen’ at Tory Conference
The British PM showed off her signature dance moves while taking to the stage during a critical speech to her…
Nike partnership with Colin Kaepernick divides the United States
Colin Kaepernick has not played professional football in over a year, but his face is now on screens all around…
5.2 million Yemeni children face starvation, warns aid group
Renewed fighting in the coastal city of Hodeidah threatens its vital port.… READ MORE … source
Half of the world’s killer whale population in danger, study says
PCBs have been banned for decades, but they still have harmful effects on the ocean, putting half of the world’s…
Trump support for Supreme Court nominee wavers
U.S. President Donald Trump’s support for Supreme Court nominee wavers as a third accuser comes forward… READ MORE … source
Drifting ship and bickering states: EU torn over migrants’ fate
As a humanitarian vessel turned away by Italy and Malta heads to Spain, questions hang over the future of migrant…
WATCH IN FULL: Jeroen Dijsselbloem interview
Former Eurogroup head talks to Euronews about Greek debt crisis, drink and women and Brexit… READ MORE … source
Referee scores freak goal in Dagestan soccer match
Referee scores freak goal in Dagestan soccer match… READ MORE … source
Mourad Merzouki: climbing the walls at Lyon’s dance festival
The 18th edition of this world-renowned festival is showcasing another rich crop of world premieres and stunning shows, with the…
Pakistan rejects Trump’s “lies and deceit” tweet
Pakistani protesters burn US flags in anger at President Trump’s humiliating comments on social media… READ MORE … source
#GME | New Zealand’s government is banning non-resident foreigners from buying homes.
GME | New Zealand’s government is banning non-resident foreigners from buying homes. @liamdann, Business Editor-At-Large at the @nzherald, tells us…
One way ticket: Germany repatriates Balkans migrants – reporter
While Germany has declared itself open to refugees from wars in Syria, Iraq and elsewhere it has become a lot…
Commonwealth summit ends with choice of new leader
Several of the bloc’s leaders, and Her Majesty herself, have expressed a wish to see Prince Charles take the reins…
Exiled Syrian artist recreates his suffering in the country’s prisons
An exiled Syrian artist has been creating art to capture what he saw and experienced while in prison in his…
US-EU trade talks
Officials from the US and EU meet in Brussels today, in an effort to resolve disagreements on trade talks. The…
Trudeau announces carbon tax plan for provinces that don’t comply
Prime Minister Trudeau will unveil the plan for provinces that do not comply with the national climate plan. To read…
Oil company calls for government-mandated production cuts | Power & Politics
Canadian oilsands company Cenovus Energy is calling on the Alberta government to implement temporary production cuts across the oil sector…
Journalist Jamal Khashoggi’s disappearance investigated by Turkish, Saudi officials
The investigation into the journalist Jamal Khashoggi’s disappearance continued today as a team of investigators entered the Saudi Consulate in…
What is a status card?
A look at what an Indian status card is, what it does and how to apply for one. »»» Subscribe…
How The Fifth Estate dealt with intimidation | The Investigators with Diana Swain
While investigating Inglesia ni Cristo, a Filipino church with dozens of congregations in Canada, a Fifth Estate crew felt intimidation…
Cancer patient beats Monsanto in court | The Weekly with Wendy Mesley
Dewayne “Lee” Johnson is the first to take Monsanto to court, and win. When the groundskeeper was diagnosed with cancer…
Parliament Hill’s multibillion-dollar renovation | Power & Politics
The Centre Block of Parliament will soon close for at least 10 years of renovations, but there has been very…
Sherman murder investigation update
Lawyer Brian Greenspan, family of Barry and Honey Sherman and an investigative team will provide an update on the investigation…
Pittsburgh synagogue victim Joyce Fienberg remembered
Joyce Fienberg, 75, of Toronto, was one of the 11 victims of the Pittsburgh synagogue shooting. Harry Litman joined us…
Thailand cave rescue: 8th boy rescued from cave
Eight boys have now been removed from a flooded cave in northern Thailand where a youth soccer team and their…
What the interest rate hike means for Canada’s economy | Power & Politics
The Bank of Canada raised its benchmark interest rate for the fifth time since summer 2017. CBC senior business correspondent…
1 of Iqaluit’s 2 grocery stores on fire
The Northmart store in Iqaluit is on fire. People are already lining up at the other grocery store in Nunavut’s…
Yorkdale mall locked down after shots fired
Yorkdale Shopping Centre in Toronto is in lockdown after shots were fired in the southeast corner of the mall. CBC’s…
The Grinch: Recycled tale is still a delight
Benedict Cumberbatch brings a subtle, sadder portrayal of The Grinch to the big screen. But the basic DNA of the…
Holocaust survivors react to Pittsburgh synagogue shooting
Holocaust survivors Bella and Carl Schachter are in shock following yesterday’s deadly shooting at a Pittsburgh synagogue. “It’s unbelievable, 11…
Shooting at California bar leaves 13 dead including gunman
Police say 12 people, including a sheriff’s deputy, were shot dead at a bar in Thousand Oaks, Calif., late Wednesday…
Google employees walk out to protest alleged sexism, inequality
Google employees across the world walked off the job Thursday in protest of the company’s handling of executives accused of…
Food sensitivity tests: Science or scam? (Marketplace)
Can food sensitivity tests really tell you which foods could make you sick? To read more: http://cbc.ca/1.4864443 #marketplace #cbcnews #health…