Biden’s Iran envoy facing State Department inspector general probe: report
February 19, 2024
President Biden's special envoy to Iran, Robert Malley, is facing a probe by the State Department's Inspector General over his suspension.
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Nikki Haley warns Republicans making a ‘mistake’ by ignoring Gen Z: ‘They think no one is listening’
February 19, 2024
Nikki Haley addressed GOP outreach efforts to younger voters during a town hall on Fox News, saying the party must reach Gen Z in order to defeat President Biden.
Ukraine war live updates: Navalny’s widow vows to fight on for a ‘free Russia’; Ukraine probes alleged shooting of POWs
February 19, 2024
Russian forces are consolidating their hold on Avdiivka after capturing the city over the weekend.
European Union launches naval mission to protect ships in the Red Sea from Houthis attacks
February 19, 2024
The European Union has initiated a naval mission called Aspides in the Red Sea to safeguard cargo ships from attacks by Houthi rebels in Yemen, officials say.
Baltimore police officer indicted on excessive force, reckless endangerment
February 19, 2024
Cpl. Zachary Small of the Baltimore County Police Department has been charged with use of excessive force, reckless endangerment, misconduct in office, and assault.
Moroccan navy intercepts 141 migrants attempting to reach Spain by crossing Atlantic Ocean
February 19, 2024
The Moroccan navy intercepted 141 migrants attempting to cross the Atlantic Ocean from West Africa to Spain's Canary Islands, according to Morocco's Royal Armed Forces.
Saskatchewan’s Ackerman, Alberta’s Sturmay rolling at Tournament of Hearts
February 19, 2024
Thirty-four years have passed since the last time an all-rookie team won the Canadian women's curling championship.
Rare broods of cicadas to arrive soon: When to expect them and what it means for you
February 19, 2024
A rare phenomenon of cicadas will arrive in April in U.S. midwestern states. The insects will appear mainly at night when the soil is 64 degrees Fahrenheit.
Man arrested in partner’s stabbing death south of Montreal: police
February 19, 2024
Police say they responded to a 911 call around 11:30 p.m. from the home in Saint-Basile-le-Grand, located about 25 kilometres south of Montreal.
Democratic congressman suggests Trump emboldened Russia to kill Alexei Navalny: ‘Traitorous language’
February 19, 2024
MSNBC host Alex Witt and Rep. Ted Lieu suggested that Trump's statements on NATO may have encouraged the Russian authorities to murder Alexei Navalny.
NC environmental board can end lawsuit amid Gov. Cooper’s ongoing membership challenge, judges say
February 19, 2024
A NC environmental board whose recent membership alteration is being challenged by Gov. Cooper can cancel its own lawsuit over pollution limits, judges ruled Friday.
TikTok Faces EU Investigation Over Protection of Minors, Harmful Content
February 19, 2024
The social-media platform could be fined if European officials find it broke new online-content rules.
Navalny’s widow vows to continue his fight against the Kremlin
February 19, 2024
The widow of Alexei Navalny vowed on Monday to continue his fight against the Kremlin while authorities denied his mother access to a morgue where his body is believed to be held.
Palestinian foreign minister accuses Israel of apartheid in land occupation, urging UN to declare it illegal
February 19, 2024
The Palestinian foreign minister has accused Israel of apartheid, urging the UN's top court to declare Israel's occupation of sought Palestinian lands as illegal.
Israel to continue full-scale operations in Gaza for at least a month before scaling back war
February 19, 2024
Israel plans to maintain its pressure on Gaza for another six to eight weeks before scaling down the conflict and adopting different tactics.
7-year-old boy mauled by dogs near Wabamun, Alta.
February 19, 2024
Eddie, 7, has undergone intensive surgery, requiring more than 100 stitches after he was attacked by two dogs on Paul First Nation.
California braces for flooding – again – as another wet winter storm hits
February 19, 2024
The latest in a series of wet winter storms gained strength in California early Monday, with forecasters warning of possible flooding, hail, strong winds and even brief tornadoes.
NBA legend Larry Bird implores LeBron James critics to ‘quit whining’
February 19, 2024
Basketball Hall of Famer Larry Bird slammed LeBron James critics ahead of the NBA All-Star Game and implored them to appreciate his greatness.
N.S. man’s letters indicate suicide risk as short-staffed jail kept inmates in cells
February 19, 2024
The wife of a man who recently died by suicide at the Central Nova Scotia Correctional Facility see his death as a sign of a dangerously under-resourced corrections system.
Magnificent 7 profits now exceed almost every country in the world. Should we be worried?
February 19, 2024
The so-called "Magnificent 7" U.S. tech behemoths encompass Apple, Amazon, Alphabet, Meta, Microsoft, Nvidia and Tesla.
Pennsylvania authorities identify police officer wounded in fatal gunfire exchange
February 19, 2024
A southeastern Pennsylvania officer who was wounded in a shooting in over the weekend has been identified by authorities as Chester Police Detective Steve Byrne.
Blocking Pornhub access in Canada an option, owners say. Here’s why
February 19, 2024
A House of Commons committee is set to study legislation proposed by Independent Sen. Julie Miville-Dechêne that would require Canadians to verify their age to access porn online.
US students are putting off college decisions due to delay in financial aid applications
February 19, 2024
For many students, the excitement of being accepted into college is being overshadowed this year by a delayed rollout of a revised federal financial aid application.
As Jimmy Carter marks 1 year in hospice care, advocates hope to dispel hospice misconceptions
February 19, 2024
Though Rosalynn Carter passed away shortly after entering hospice care, Jimmy Carter is still alive a year later. The Carters’ different experiences show the range of hospice services.
Young environmentalists bash ‘out of touch’ Biden campaign as concern over Trump 2024 victory grows
February 19, 2024
Young climate activists are criticizing the Biden campaign ahead of the 2024 presidential election, raising concerns about throwing the race to former President Trump.
Did inflation ease in January? Here’s what economists expect
February 19, 2024
Statistics Canada is set to release its January consumer price index report on Tuesday and forecasters expect Canada's inflation rate fell.
EU farmers are protesting climate change regulations. Could Canadians join them?
February 19, 2024
European farmers have protested higher costs, lower profits and climate change regulations for months. Could Canadian producers also blockade ports?
‘China has a lot more to lose’: U.S. considering sanctioning Chinese firms aiding Russia’s war
February 19, 2024
The U.S. is considering slapping sanctions on Chinese companies it believes are helping Russia fuel its war in Ukraine, members of Congress told CNBC.
Russia’s war in Ukraine is igniting an old debate in Brussels over debt
February 19, 2024
To raise or not to raise new debt together? That's the question hanging over the shoulders of European officials as they promise to spend more on defense.
Russia says an investigation is underway into Navalny’s death, denies refusing to release his body
February 19, 2024
The Kremlin on Monday confirmed an investigation into the death of imprisoned Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny is ongoing.
UN committed to help Somalia deliver ‘for its people’
February 19, 2024
Somalia remains resilient and strongly committed to state-building but more is needed to sustain the gains made in the fight against terrorist insurgency, the UN Special Representative in the country told the Security Council on Monday.
World News in Brief: Millions battle hunger due to Sudan war, human rights essential to peace, surge in fighting along Ukraine frontline
February 19, 2024
At least 25 million people are struggling with soaring rates of hunger and malnutrition as the crisis arising from the war in Sudan sends shockwaves around the region, the UN World Food Programme (WFP) warned on Monday.
We all want an Afghanistan at peace, UN chief says in Doha
February 19, 2024
The UN Secretary-General on Monday highlighted the urgent need for an end to restrictions imposed by the Taliban de facto authorities on women and girls in Afghanistan.
UK bill to send asylum seekers to Rwanda ‘undercuts human rights’: UN rights chief
February 19, 2024
The United Kingdom’s legislative moves to facilitate the prompt removal of asylum seekers to Rwanda run contrary to the basic principles of the rule of law and risk delivering a “serious blow” to human rights, the UN rights chief warned on Monday.
Xpeng plans to hire 4,000 people, invest in AI as CEO warns intense EV rivalry may end in ‘bloodbath’
February 19, 2024
Xpeng plans to hire 4,000 new people and invest 3.5 billion Chinese yuan ($486.2 million) in artificial intelligence technology, according to the company's CEO.
Houthis claim ‘catastrophic’ attack in Red Sea that prompted crew to abandon ship
February 19, 2024
The Iran-backed Houthi group on Sunday damaged a ship offshore Yemen, prompting its crew to abandon the vessel.
Nintendo shares fall nearly 6% after report that the Switch 2 will be delayed until 2025
February 19, 2024
Nintendo shares fell nearly 6% after a report said the launch of the Switch 2, the next version of its flagship gaming console, would be delayed until 2025.
CNBC Daily Open: Is progress on inflation stalling?
February 19, 2024
That's the fear gripping Wall Street as another inflation gauge on Friday came in hotter-than-expected.