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AmericasTrump demands Alaska ballot change after report on Dems recruiting Dan Sullivan to campaign
President Donald Trump has demanded that Alaska change its ballot after The New York Times reported that Democrats spent months trying to recruit a…
Ex White House press secretary Zacharia says she was not prepared for ‘hostility’ in viral interview
Former White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia has spoken out about her “hostile” interview with Fox’s Sean Hannity.
State ballot measures explained: The crucial local votes on abortion, wealth taxes, and election rules
While the battle for Congress in November's US midterm elections captures most of the attention, voters in more than three dozen…
UCP board candidates must sign declaration to abide by Alberta's vote to stay in Canada
Pro-independence advocates seeking posts say they'll sign it, but won't abandon their long-term goals for Alberta.
Bomb blast near Colombia’s border with Venezuela injures at least 4 police officers
An attack with explosives near a bridge on Colombia's border with Venezuela injured at least four police officers in Cucuta
AmericasPoor trading day for FTSE as markets await Wednesday’s Budget
The Chancellor’s statement and US and Canadian rates decisions were weighing on investors.
Flávio Bolsonaro's passports cancelled after he fails to surrender them
The defeated presidential candidate is under investigation for alleged money laundering and barred from leaving Brazil.
Lula’s comeback puts brakes on Latin America’s rightward surge
Brazil’s re-elected leader now faces a hostile Congress at home and a Trump administration that had bet heavily on his rival.
From poverty to the presidency: How Brazil’s Lula overcame prison, tragedy and losing his finger in remarkable rise
Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has been re-elected president of Brazil for an unprecedented fourth time. His journey from deprivation…
The world leaders congratulating Brazil’s Lula on his historic re-election
The results came in on Monday morning
‘We don’t play games’: Trump’s threats have markets nervous
The flow of oil through the Strait of Hormuz has returned to something close to pre-war levels but Trump’s threats have sent prices surging.
Obama has never mocked Trump so personally. That comes with a big risk
If you attack Trump on these terms, he comes back at you with a vengeance. And it will be more than simply referring to his…
Trump demands metal detectors for Abdul El-Sayed at US capitol as he spew attacks at Democrat during rally
Abdul El-Sayed is slightly ahead of his Republican opponent Mike Rogers in a tight race for the Senate in Michigan
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado returns after 10-month exile
Her attempts to re-enter the country have tested relations with the Trump administration
AmericasBrazilian democracy in the balance as voters consider giving the Bolsonaros another chance
Lula has spent weeks highlighting corruption allegations surrounding Flávio Bolsonaro, but signs are that many voters may be willing to look past them
Donald Trump says polls are fake and insists his approval rating is really at 60%
President Donald Trump dismissed polls showing his approval rating falling ahead of November’s midterm elections, insisting…
AmericasCan mass transit run without humans? Two major US cities are weighing the option
Supporters describe the effort as long overdue, pointing out that American municipalities lag far behind international systems
Trump DOJ charges ex-FBI officials who briefed Congress on Hunter Biden laptop and election interference
Donald Trump’s administration has accused two former FBI officials of lying to Congress about the bureau’s involvement with…
AmericasTrump ramps up fraud investigations of immigrants as election approaches
The White House is turning anti-fraud initiatives into a central weapon in its efforts to curb both legal and illegal immigration.
Loidis: From the Toolkit of Lovers review – epic 111-minute album is a teeming universe of detail
(Incienso) Brian Leeds, AKA Huerco S, keeps raising the temperature on his once-chilly ambient on an ambitious record full of…
AmericasEmmy-winning US actor Tom Skerritt, known for ‘Top Gun’ and ‘Picket Fences’, dies at 93
US actor Tom Skerritt, known for his roles as the doomed caption in 1979's "Alien", a tough flight instructor in the 1986 megahit “Top Gun” and who…
Trump praises supporter who punched heckler at rally and compares him to Evander Holyfield: ‘That was great’
Trump applauds crowd member after protester hit at South Carolina event, commending his ‘courage’ and comparing him to retired…
'Reprehensible': The Trump money grab that disgusts former adviser
Donald Trump's former shortest serving press secretary adds to concerns the US President has let the nation down, while making allegations…
White House aides anticipating Trump all-out ‘rampage’ if Dems victorious in midterms: report
West Wing embroiled in ‘toxic mix of jockeying for power and preemptive finger-pointing’ ahead of widely anticipated election…
Supreme Court justice warns conservative majority is destroying American democracy ahead of midterms
Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan on Tuesday said the court's conservative majority has undermined democracy
Trump’s first press secretary warns him to stop focusing on looks for his next pick
Trump’s most recent press secretary, Katie Zacharia, lasted less than a week at the podium after a disastrous first briefing
AmericasNo Canada-U.S. trade deal expected before American midterm elections: sources
The Canada-U.S. trade war is poised to grind on for the foreseeable future, as sources tell CBC News hope of a deal before the American midterm…
Long lines, late nights, adulation: What it’s really like inside Trump’s midterm election rallies
Polls suggest voters are shifting away from Republicans amid high fuel prices and a perception the president is not focused on…
AmericasKatie Zacharia reveals her biggest lessons from doomed White House press secretary stint
Official who served as President Donald Trump’s spokesperson for just five days tells columnist friend about brief but intense experience in the…
Spielberg’s War of the Worlds forced Americans to look in the mirror – and see the real monster
Starring a smooth-sprinting Tom Cruise at the top of his game, Steven Spielberg’s sci-fi thriller shows the scales falling from…
US officials are actively prepping states for Trump interference in the midterm elections: report
Their concerns follow Trump’s baseless and long-running claims of a ‘deep state’ conspiracy
Chabria: Why Trump's attack on California voting is false — and even a bit funny
Federal prosecutors announced voter fraud charges against 28 Californians. State Atty. Gen. Rob Bonta said the small number shows…
AmericasAlberta rejects independence and votes to remain in Canada, CBC projects
The results deliver a victory for Prime Minister Mark Carney and supporters of Canadian unity
How is the US economy really doing under President Trump?
The growing deficit is also one of the reasons the US government gets charged more to borrow money in financial markets.
AmericasMatthew McConaughey makes plea for Independent candidates in upcoming midterms
The ‘Interstellar’ star took to social media to argue that Americans should look beyond Democrats and Republicans
California residents accused by feds of voter fraud react with shock, confusion and anger
Several green card holders arrested in a Trump administration crackdown on alleged California voter fraud appeared in court…
Trump takes aim at a US state - again - in his latest push to remake the nation’s maps
It’s not the first time Trump has suggested changing New Mexico’s name
Trump signs executive order on women's health
"Who the hell wouldn't have a women's health division?" President Trump said Monday.
AmericasThe reviews are in! Is You Can See Everything the greatest film ever?
Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim’s headspinning documentary about Elizabeth Holmes is an unprecedented critical success – even with a three-hour…
National Guard member is shot while breaking up a fight in Washington, suspect is hit in return fire
A National Guard member has been shot and injured while trying to break up a fight in the nation's capital
Former Trump aide warns potential Susie Wiles replacement is ‘a terrifying prospect’
Ex-White House deputy press secretary Sarah Matthews has shared her views on who could succeed Trump’s chief of staff, if the president decides to…
Canada military base fire live: Multiple deaths and injuries after explosion sparks disaster in Alberta
Defence minister David McGuinty describes the situation as ‘very, very active and delicate’
AmericasMajor fire breaks out in Alberta after deadly incident at military base
Canada’s defense minister says that people have been killed and injured in an incident at a military base in Alberta that caused a major fire, while…
Consumer apprehension grows as US retailers adopt AI-assisted pricing tools
U.S. consumers are uneasy about the increasingly high-tech ways that restaurant chains and major retailers are setting prices
AmericasCanada reports 'fatalities and injuries' following incident at military base
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said a "serious incident creating a major fire" had occurred at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright in Alberta.
Farmers loyal to Trump turn on him as crucial elections approach
Farmers are usually a reliable voting bloc for Donald Trump. But amid a "man-made" farming crisis, Republicans can no longer take…
AmericasAn American pope brings American-style governance to the Vatican, even in a health crisis
Pope Leo XIV has brought an American style of governing to the Vatican, including in the way it handles health crises
Trump's new press secretary leaves after less than a week following controversy
White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia is leaving her role just days after taking office, following criticism of her press…
AmericasWhat we learned from heated US midterm Senate debates
As the 3 November election approaches and both parties fight for control of Congress, some clear themes have emerged.
FBI investigates mystery white powder sent to Democratic senators and election officials weeks before midterms
The FBI and US Postal Service's law enforcement arm said on Thursday they were investigating suspicious mailings, including some…
Bonza owner pleads guilty to $500 million fraud
American man Joshua Wander was charged by the FBI over a plot to defraud the company's lenders and investors.
US winter is likely to be wetter and warmer, forecasters say. If you want more snow, look south
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration says the U.S. winter will likely be wetter and warmer, but not necessarily…
AmericasUS inflation rises more than expected ahead of midterm elections
The pace of price rises increased to 3.7% in the year to September, driving by higher motor fuel costs.
Trump DOJ’s Ilhan Omar probe is focused on her citizenship and birthday: report
The timing of the latest probe against Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar has raised eyebrows with just weeks to go until the midterm…
AmericasDemocrats' not-so-secret midterm campaigns for the White House
While the midterms are officially about electing 36 governors and 470 members of Congress, a burgeoning group of prominent and wannabe prominent…
Fewer than half of Americans believe midterm votes will be counted accurately, poll finds
Doubts about election fairness appear to be growing since July
AmericasThe US plans to livestream an execution. Here’s how you can prepare your children
Parents are facing an unprecedented challenge, write Laurie Kellman and Rebecca Boone
The MAHA movement helped Trump win the White House, it may cost him the midterms
When Robert F Kennedy Jr vowed to Make America Healthy Again it came before his alliance with Donald Trump could play out, some…
Norfolk Metals installs seasoned duo in boardroom overhaul
Norfolk Metals has shuffled its board, appointing veteran Anthony McClure as executive chairman to steer its acquisition of the high-grade Ciclón…
'Breaking Bad' actor and disability activist RJ Mitte dies aged 34
"Breaking Bad" actor RJ Mitte, who played Walter White Jr. in the hit US television series, has died aged 34, his representatives…
AmericasStocks up ahead of US earnings data but oil prices stays high
The FTSE 100 index ended up 104.23 points, 1.0%, at 10,656.28.
Trump’s new press secretary has a history of pushing banana conspiracy theories
Katie Zacharia was appointed as White House press secretary on Friday, replacing Karoline Leavitt, who left the role in August
Greens push for right to sue big tech as Labor axes ministerial powers
The Greens outline demands for stronger protections and tougher penalties for tech giants, as Labor seeks a way through the Senate for its digital…
McLarens, Mar-a-Lago and machine guns: Introducing Gina Rinehart’s controversial new frontier point man
Carlos de Miguel III is a well-connected former US navy seal with a penchant for fast cars and big guns.
Trump tells fans he could say the ‘stupidest things’ and they would cheer. They agree.
“I could say the stupidest things, and you’d clap. ‘Oh, I love you so — it’s true,” the president told a crowd in Tennessee.
Brazil's Lula accuses social media giant Meta of election interference amid tight run-off campaign
Social media platform Meta has 48 hours to respond to claims by Brazil's leftwing candidate and incumbent President Luiz Inacio…
America's frat houses face calls to close as rape case anger swells
Fraternity houses are promoted as providing a sense of belonging and lifelong friendships for male undergraduates at US universities, but some…
Trump accused of trying to start a ‘race war’ with threats to Somali communities in Minnesota
Governor Tim Walz calls the president’s latest post ‘deranged’ as he lashes out in the face of declining polls
AmericasTrump licks his Nobel-snub wounds by sharing nasty post after Peace Prize winner’s swipe at him
Trump has spent much of the last two years openly campaigning for the prize that has been awarded to two prior American presidents
UN says Pentagon plan to livestream execution of Fort Hood shooter would amount to torture – US politics live
Broadcasting an execution could cause post-traumatic stress disorder in the viewing public, mental health experts have said after…
AmericasAmericans 75 and older are wealthiest age group, Fed survey finds
Bolstered by steady gains in the stock market, families headed by someone aged 75 or older are now America’s wealthiest, while the youngest families…
New poll shows tightening race for GOP in Texas Senate, governor races
The day before President Donald Trump stopped in Texas to rally support for the Republican ticket, a new poll showed the party…
AmericasWhite House targets Microsoft, universities in immigration crackdown
Federal officials announced a crackdown on the use of legal immigration programs by companies and universities, suspending Microsoft and other firms…
Lone star Trump believes he can bend Texas and midterm elections to his will
US president’s essential message to Maga voters on campaign tour has been ‘pretend I am on the ballot’
White House calls reporter Trump swatted away ‘whiny Fake News loser’
Donald Trump sparked outrage among California lawmakers after suggesting at a Nebraska rally that Iran taking out Los Angeles and San Diego would be…
Debra Messing facing intense backlash over support of Trump-backed politician: ‘Is someone playing a joke?’
Messing has previously been under fire for her comments about NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani
AmericasCanada suspends plans to expand assisted dying to people with mental illness
People with mental illness alone were to be eligible for assisted dying in Canada in March 2027, but that has now been paused indefinitely.
Trump and Paxton face awkward showdown in Texas as leaked audio reveals him trashing president
A recent poll shows the Republican Senate hopeful trailing his Democratic opponent by 6 percentage points in the ruby-red Lone…
AmericasGreen Party member behind anti-Zionist motion ‘close friend’ of jailed al Qaida terrorist
Lubna Speitan described in US court documents as a ‘close friend’ of terrorist who plotted suicide bomb attack at Heathrow Airport
Trump reveals why tariff is only his ‘fifth favorite word’
In scattered rant to Naval Academy students, Trump announces new shipyard while excluding Maryland officials from joining him
AmericasColombia's president offers support to veterans extradited to US over Haitian leader's killing
Colombian president Abelardo de la Espriella has offered legal assistance to a group of Colombian military veterans who were arrested over the 2021…