Zelenskyy backs Trump's 'energy ceasefire' as Kyiv awaits details and Russian strikes continue
The Ukrainian president said he discussed the U.S. president's announcement with allied leaders but is waiting for more information from Washington.
Everton's Martin Sherif fined £5,000 for betting rule breaches
An independent commission fined the 20-year-old forward after he admitted to facilitating 61 third-party bets.
B.C. NDP leader calls for firing of Conservative campaign director over anti-Islam posts
David Eby says the social media comments from Katy Merrifield were hateful and directed at a specific religious community.
Saudi Arabia vows retaliation after Houthi attack on Riyadh airport kills 12
The strike on King Khalid International Airport wounded 309 people and prompted warnings from several countries to avoid the area.
Ukrainian teen says Russia brainwashes children in occupied territories to become soldiers
Matvii Chos says he was forced into military training as a child in Crimea, part of a campaign experts call a war crime.
Senators rally to beat Predators in shootout for best start in 12 years
Drake Batherson tied the game late in the third period and Shane Pinto scored the shootout winner.
Canada & the World
Pope Leo XIV declares death penalty inadmissible as U.S. plans livestreamed execution
The pontiff's statement came as the U.S. announced a firing squad execution would be publicly broadcast on Dec. 3.
Communities
Halifax high school lockdown triggered by swatting call from outside Canada
Police determined a threatening call that prompted a three-hour lockdown at Halifax West High School was a false report originating outside the country.
Politics
Albertans vote on separation referendum question Oct. 19
The ballot includes a question on whether to hold a future, binding vote on the province leaving Canada.
Canada
Lotto Max jackpot climbs to record $85 million after no winner in Friday draw
The prize will be up for grabs in the next draw on Oct. 13, along with 16 Maxmillions prizes of $1 million each.
iGaming
Supreme Court hears challenge to Ontario's plan for international online gambling
The Atlantic Lottery Corporation argues the province's plan to let players compete abroad exceeds its legal powers.
Crime & Justice
Alberta court again rules federal environmental assessment law unconstitutional
The Alberta Court of Appeal ruled the federal Impact Assessment Act still infringes on provincial jurisdiction, despite amendments made after a 2023 Supreme Court ruling.
Politics
Poilievre to deliver unity speech in Alberta ahead of separation referendum
The Conservative leader will address a conference in Calgary days before Albertans vote on the prospect of a future separation referendum.