Stock futures rise slightly to kick off a busy earnings week: Live updates
October 16, 2023
Markets faced an uncertain week ahead as earnings season heats up and developments in the Israel-Hamas war left investors wary.
International
Israel-Hamas war live updates: U.S. chamber will rush through military aid to Israel; Iranian president warns war could expand
October 16, 2023
Israel's military continued to urge residents to evacuate northern Gaza to the south as it pledged to counter Hamas with "an even greater force."
Australia fines X, formerly Twitter, for not answering questions on child abuse content
October 16, 2023
The social media platform has 28 days to respond to or pay the fine of 610,500 Australian dollars.
Poland’s opposition leader Tusk says 3 parties have enough votes to unseat the Law and Justice party
October 16, 2023
An exit poll said the opposition party had enough votes to oust the governing conservative nationalist Law and Justice party.
One sector in China is beating the slowdown — 3 stocks to play it including one with 80% upside
October 16, 2023
While financing conditions for non-state-owned enterprises have improved over the years, one adage hasn't changed: Banks in China will stick to policy directives.
Taylor Swift Eras Tour is the highest-grossing domestic concert film ever
October 16, 2023
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour tallied between $95 million to $97 million during its opening weekend, making it the highest-grossing domestic concert film release ever.
These are the 10 best mega airports in the U.S.—LAX didn’t make the cut
October 15, 2023
J.D. Power's 2023 North America Airport Satisfaction Study measured overall traveler satisfaction by examining six factors in order of importance.
Middle East on ‘verge of the abyss’ UN warns, as Israel-Hamas conflict deepens Gaza crisis
October 15, 2023
The UN Secretary-General on Sunday appealed to Hamas to immediately release all hostages and to Israel to grant “unimpeded access for humanitarian aid” into the Gaza Strip.
UN relief chief urges end to ‘humanitarian nightmare’ in Sudan
October 15, 2023
Six months of war have plunged Sudan into one of the worst humanitarian nightmares in recent history, the UN Emergency Relief Coordinator said on Sunday, calling on the parties to the conflict to uphold their obligations under international humanitaria...
Putin says Russian forces improving positions along front line in Ukraine
October 15, 2023
President Putin said Russian forces have bolstered positions across the front line in Ukraine after what he called the failure of Ukraine's counteroffensive.
It Is Time to Rethink Your Media Subscriptions
October 15, 2023
Evaluate your household service use and turn plans on and off without losing your preferences.
New Zealand elects conservative Christopher Luxon as premier after 6 years of liberal rule
October 15, 2023
People voted for change after six years of a liberal government led for most of that time by Jacinda Ardern.
Prime Minister Modi says India will bid for 2036 Olympics
October 15, 2023
Ahmedabad, which boasts the largest stadium in the world and is named after the prime minister, would be a likely contender as the main host city.
As Tesla price cuts concede billions in sales, investors push Elon Musk to finally spend on ads
October 15, 2023
Elon Musk's resistance to spend on Tesla ads is being challenged by investors as EV price cuts take a toll on the stock.
‘Ring of fire’ eclipse brings cheers and shouts of joy as it moves across the Americas
October 15, 2023
First came the darkening skies, then the crescent-shaped shadows on the ground, and finally cheers by crowds that gathered for the "ring of fire" solar eclipse.
‘Miracle drug’ euphoria: Experts warn widespread use of weight loss medicine faces major hurdles
October 15, 2023
Two experts see major challenges facing the adoption of Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly's obesity drugs.
Louvre Museum and Versailles Palace evacuated after bomb threats with France on alert
October 15, 2023
The Louvre Museum in Paris is evacuating all visitors and staff and closing early Saturday because it received a written threat.
Smartwatches Keep Phone-Begging Kids at Bay, but There Are Downsides
October 14, 2023
For the under-13 crowd, a smartphone is still the most coveted technology.
UN voices concern over obstacles to Mali mission’s orderly withdrawal
October 14, 2023
Heightened tensions and the increasingly hostile presence of armed groups in northern Mali are likely to impede the departure of the UN Stabilization Mission there (MINUSMA), the UN said in a note to correspondents issued on Saturday.
First Person: ‘A handful of soil’ – refugee stories from Armenia
October 14, 2023
People who have fled to Armenia from the Karabakh region of Azerbaijan have been talking about how their lives have been shattered by the recent escalation in hostilities there.
Gaza: Forcing patients to flee hospitals a ‘death sentence’ warns WHO
October 14, 2023
The UN Palestine refugee agency (UNRWA) issued an urgent call on Saturday for Israeli Authorities to protect all civilians sheltering in Gaza.
Australia rejects Indigenous referendum in setback for reconciliation
October 14, 2023
Australia on Saturday decisively rejected a proposal to recognise Indigenous people in the constitution, in a major setback to its First Peoples.
When Our Smartphones Become Windows to a War
October 14, 2023
Phones have enabled people to bear witness to unimaginable images of human suffering—in real time.
Elon Musk and Linda Yaccarino Point X in Different Directions Amid Israel-Hamas War
October 14, 2023
Musk jabs at a key European regulator, while Yaccarino, his CEO, hustles to show the platform is in compliance on content moderation.
Ferrari to accept crypto as payment for its cars in the U.S.
October 14, 2023
The vast majority of blue-chip companies have steered clear of crypto as the volatility of bitcoin and other tokens renders them impractical for commerce.
Calgary high school incident not related to Middle East conflict: police
October 14, 2023
At around 11:30 a.m. on Friday, police responded to Henry Wise Wood High School for reports of an unknown woman smoking drugs in a washroom.
Sorry, Elon! Satellites of the Future Are Heading to Space Right Now
October 14, 2023
Elon Musk’s Starlink may soon face new competition from satellite companies offering internet service, available from anywhere on Earth where you can see the sky.
Elks play their final home game of the 2023 CFL season on Saturday
October 14, 2023
The Edmonton Elks will play their final home game of the 2023 CFL season and will try to make a good impression with the home fans as the Montreal Alouettes pay a visit.
Israel-Hamas war live updates: Civilians scramble to flee north Gaza ahead of expected Israeli ground offensive
October 14, 2023
The Israeli military has instructed civilians in Gaza City to evacuate southward, as concerns of a ground offensive grow.
B.C. forest watchdog investigating backburn during Shuswap wildfires
October 14, 2023
Lee Creek resident Jim Cooperman says he filed the complaint with the board, alleging “gross negligence” by the BC Wildfire Service in conducting the planned ignition.
Feel Good Friday: Global BC’s highlights of the week
October 14, 2023
From a bear with a sweet tooth to two B.C. service organizations competing to win a sweet ride, here are five good news stories from the week to share.
B.C.’s first non-alcoholic bar set to open in November
October 14, 2023
They told Global News the aim is to give people who do not drink alcohol the full bar experience and the socializing and mixing that goes along with it.
Cyclist sought as crews hunt for clues in search for missing Whistler senior
October 14, 2023
Robert McKean was last seen on Thanksgiving Day, while out walking his dog Lexi at the top of Alpine Way, according to Whistler RCMP.
Sweet year for Alberta sugar beet growers
October 14, 2023
"We grow 20,000 acres of sugar beets, we produce 125,000 tons of sugar, and that equates to eight per cent of the Canadian market," said Gary Tokariuk.
Medicine Hat mayor to face recall petition
October 14, 2023
Under Alberta's Recall Act the applicant has 60 days to collect signatures of 40 per cent of Medicine Hat’s 65,949 residents.
B.C. landlord fined almost $18K for illegal eviction
October 14, 2023
"What we know of our sister is she would have forgiven the landlord," Kathy Zimmer, Zowalchuk's sister told Global News on Friday.
Calgary police release photo of car suspected in hit and run that hospitalized senior
October 14, 2023
Calgary police are looking for a man who they believe has information about a hit-and-run at a city grocery store earlier this week that sent a 77-year-old woman to hospital.