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Published: April 11, 2025 at 9:00AM EDT

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‘Hero’ who disarmed Bondi gunman recovering after surgery, family says

‘Hero’ who disarmed Bondi gunman recovering after surgery, family says

‘I never thought I’d be in a real terrorist attack’: Canadian describes Bondi Beach massacre

‘I never thought I’d be in a real terrorist attack’: Canadian describes Bondi Beach massacre

Woman dead after being hit by police cruiser in Surrey, B.C., authorities say

Woman dead after being hit by police cruiser in Surrey, B.C., authorities say

‘I never thought I’d be in a real terrorist attack’: Canadian describes Bondi Beach massacre

‘I never thought I’d be in a real terrorist attack’: Canadian describes Bondi Beach massacre

Spotify down for thousands of users, Downdetector shows

Spotify down for thousands of users, Downdetector shows

Calgary community stands with Sydney, Australia’s Jewish community following mass shooting

Calgary community stands with Sydney, Australia’s Jewish community following mass shooting

Ottawa police launch new district traffic units to target speeding, traffic violations

Ottawa police launch new district traffic units to target speeding, traffic violations

Ottawa’s Jewish community will continue with holiday celebrations following Hanukkah event attack in Australia

Ottawa’s Jewish community will continue with holiday celebrations following Hanukkah event attack in Australia

Transat sets March 10 for shareholder meeting to deal with Péladeau requests

Transat sets March 10 for shareholder meeting to deal with Péladeau requests

There’s a happiness gap between young people in Quebec and in the rest of Canada

There’s a happiness gap between young people in Quebec and in the rest of Canada

Edmonton looking to reinstate photo radar at several problem intersections

Edmonton looking to reinstate photo radar at several problem intersections

Spotify down for thousands of users, Downdetector shows

Spotify down for thousands of users, Downdetector shows

A list of Maritime school closures for Monday

A list of Maritime school closures for Monday

N.S. RCMP charge man with murder following incident in Beaver Bank

N.S. RCMP charge man with murder following incident in Beaver Bank

‘Sad to see them come up’: Winnipeg volunteer organization walks for care and connection

‘Sad to see them come up’: Winnipeg volunteer organization walks for care and connection

How did Canada’s young people become its unhappiest generation?

How did Canada’s young people become its unhappiest generation?

Pats come up short in Teddy Bear Toss game, losing 8-5 to Kelowna

Pats come up short in Teddy Bear Toss game, losing 8-5 to Kelowna

Regina man charged in child porn investigation

Regina man charged in child porn investigation

Police seize hundreds of fraudulent gift cards in Kitchener

Police seize hundreds of fraudulent gift cards in Kitchener

Community mourns 3-year-old killed in Cambridge collision

Community mourns 3-year-old killed in Cambridge collision

Saskatoon fire crews battle house fire

Saskatoon fire crews battle house fire

Saskatoon skating oval ready to welcome skaters

Saskatoon skating oval ready to welcome skaters

Rob Reiner, son of a comedy giant who became one, too, dies at 78

Rob Reiner, son of a comedy giant who became one, too, dies at 78

Northern Ont. police stop leads to multiple drug, traffic, weapon charges

Northern Ont. police stop leads to multiple drug, traffic, weapon charges

Bus cancellations and delays

Bus cancellations and delays

What are your rights as a Canadian if asked by a U.S. border agent to see your social media?

What are your rights as a Canadian if asked by a U.S. border agent to see your social media?

Pierre Poilievre posts about visit in Barrie

Pierre Poilievre posts about visit in Barrie

OPP investigate series of Caledon and Dufferin County extortion cases

OPP investigate series of Caledon and Dufferin County extortion cases

What are your rights as a Canadian if asked by a U.S. border agent to see your social media?

What are your rights as a Canadian if asked by a U.S. border agent to see your social media?

Police urge caution at E.C. Row and Banwell as crashes continue in construction zone

Police urge caution at E.C. Row and Banwell as crashes continue in construction zone

B.C. officials warn of more widespread rain on the way after floods, highway closure

B.C. officials warn of more widespread rain on the way after floods, highway closure

Fate of OneBC party uncertain after MLA Dallas Brodie ‘removed’ as leader

Fate of OneBC party uncertain after MLA Dallas Brodie ‘removed’ as leader

Fate of OneBC party uncertain after MLA Dallas Brodie ‘removed’ as leader

Fate of OneBC party uncertain after MLA Dallas Brodie ‘removed’ as leader

American driver charged after pickup truck crashes into Ontario snowbank

American driver charged after pickup truck crashes into Ontario snowbank

Saudi sets new death penalty record after executing 340 in 2025: AFP tally

Saudi sets new death penalty record after executing 340 in 2025: AFP tally

What is lumpy skin disease for cattle and why are French farmers angry?

What is lumpy skin disease for cattle and why are French farmers angry?

Interim NDP leader says party ‘open’ to Speaker of the House role in exchange for resources

Microsoft will ‘stand up to defend’ Canadian digital sovereignty, president says

Energy minister helped recruit former Conservative MP to Liberals: sources

Transat sets March 10 for shareholder meeting to deal with Péladeau requests

Spotify down for thousands of users, Downdetector shows

CMHC reports November housing starts up 9.4 per cent from October

Canadian Blood Services reducing reliance on U.S. for life-changing plasma drugs

‘Festive exhaustion’: Here’s what it means and what you can do about it

Like many holiday traditions, lighting candles and fireplaces is best done in moderation

Punk protest group Pussy Riot declared ‘extremist organization’ by a Russian court

Family member questioned after Rob Reiner and his wife found dead in Los Angeles, AP source says

Rob Reiner mourned by Barack Obama, Jerry O’Connell, James Woods and many others

Dak Prescott and Cowboys watch playoff hopes all but vanish in 34-26 loss to Vikings

Chiefs eliminated from playoffs as Mahomes tears ACL

New Zealand skier Alice Robinson wins World Cup super-G; Lindsey Vonn 4th

Powerball’s second-biggest jackpot of the year climbs to US$1.1 billion

Merriam-Webster’s 2025 word of the year is ‘slop’

How did Canada’s young people become its unhappiest generation?

Climate & Environment

Blizzards, brutal cold, flooding in the forecast: 6 provinces, 2 territories under weather warnings

Up to 40 centimetres of snow: Much of Canada under weather warnings

Utrecht lifts forest warning after DNA confirms wolf shot was the menace known as Bram

Roomba maker iRobot files for bankruptcy, pursues manufacturer buyout

Interstellar comet keeps its distance as it makes its closest approach to Earth

Militant groups are experimenting with AI, and the risks are expected to grow

Here Are The 60 Best Advent Calendars For 2025 You Can Get In Canada (So Far)

I’ve been Using This Canadian Shampoo And Conditioner For Over A Month, And It’s Totally Changed My Scalp And Hair Health

20 Foolproof Gifts To Order If You Want To Get Your Holiday Shopping Done Early

I Tried It: A Laundry Basket So Smart It Solved Our Biggest Household Argument

20 Things From Amazon Canada That CTV Shopping Trends Readers Loved Ordering In October

How To Choose The Best Vacuum Sealer For You (And A Few Of Our Favourite Models For 2025)

13 Budget-Friendly Beauty Products That Are Dupes Of More Expensive Items

12 Products For Damaged Hair That’ll Help Bring Your Fried Tresses Back To Life

15 Of The Best Korean Beauty Skincare Finds For Fall 2025

27 Of The Absolute Best Last-Minute Beauty Discounts To Take Advantage Of Before The Amazon Prime Big Deal Days Sale Ends

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