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Monarch butterflies could be at further risk after hot, dry summer

A group of Ottawa researchers is looking at how the drought-like conditions of the past couple of months have affected nectar that monarch butterflies use as fuel for their yearly migration south.

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Carney in Kyiv pledges support, possibly troops for Ukraine

In a visit to Kyiv, Prime Minister Mark Carney affirmed Canada’s support for Ukraine and committed to sending soldiers if a ceasefire with Russia is reached.

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Three ways climate change will increase risk of wildfires

Scientists say that wildfire spread and intensity has increased markedly in the past 50 years. Meteorologist Christy Climenhaga breaks down the three biggest ways a warming climate can impact fire risk.

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Electric planes start to take flight

Electric planes are still a rare sight in Canadian skies, but the aviation industry expects them to become more common in the next several years, especially for short flights and training. Electric commercial flights are still about a de...

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Putin’s not interested in peace talks, Zelenskyy says

U.S. President Donald Trump says he will impose sanctions on Russia if it fails to reach a peace deal in Ukraine within two weeks. But Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Russia’s ongoing attacks on his country show that Preside...

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Rating Trump's golden White House makeover

Construction is set to begin next month on a massive 90,000-square-foot ballroom at the White House — part of Donald Trump’s bid to leave a golden imprint on 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. For The National, CBC’s Eli Glasner breaks down the pres...

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Canada dropping retaliatory tariffs on CUSMA-compliant U.S. goods

Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada is shifting its approach to ongoing trade negotiations with the U.S. but will keep tariffs on steel, aluminum and autos in place.

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Hurricane Erin may fan wildfire flames in Atlantic Canada

Even without making landfall, Hurricane Erin will bring stronger winds, wind shifts and dry air over regions that are already in severe drought, meaning elevated fire danger.

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Trump, Carney have 'productive' conversation about trade, security

Prime Minister Mark Carney and U.S. President Donald Trump engaged in a 'productive and wide-ranging conversation' on trade and security, according to a statement from the Prime Minister's Office.

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Fire Raptor chopper among new weapons in Canada’s wildfire arsenal

Fire Raptor helicopters are making their debut in Newfoundland fighting wildfires this season. The choppers hold 5,000 litres of water in a collapsible bladder and douse from a precision hose.

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Erik Menendez loses parole bid, brother Lyle faces parole board Friday

A California parole board has decided that convicted killer Eric Menendez will remain in prison. On Friday, the board will hear the case of his brother Lyle Menendez, who was also convicted in the 1989 murder of their parents.

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Montreal teen faces terrorism-related charges

A Montreal teen is facing terrorism-related charges following an investigation that revealed he was allegedly planning an attack on behalf of the Islamic State, according to the RCMP. The minor, whose name cannot be disclosed, published ...

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Russia signals it's in no rush for a Putin-Zelenskyy meeting

U.S. President Donald Trump’s approach to ending the Russia-Ukraine war is being met with deep skepticism, and Russia's foreign minister signaled that lower-level meetings need to happen before Vladimir Putin meets with Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

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Investigation underway into Canadian soldiers doing Nazi salutes

Canada's military says it's investigating a group of soldiers caught on video doing Nazi salutes. It comes after the arrests of two other members on terrorism charges,.

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Israel approves controversial E1 settlement expansion in West Bank

Israel has given final approval to expand one of the largest Jewish settlements in the Occupied West Bank. The settlement’s mayor wants it to be part of Jerusalem whereas nearby Palestinians are worried about being cut off from East Jeru...

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Trump says Smithsonian too focused on 'how bad slavery was'

U.S. President Donald Trump said he ordered his attorneys to review the Smithsonian museums, calling their portrayal of U.S. history too ‘woke.’

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Russia signals more talks needed before Zelenskyy-Putin meeting

U.S. President Donald Trump’s top-down diplomacy has experts in Ukraine skeptical about whether there has been enough preparation for proposed talks to actually end the war between Russia and Ukraine.

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Air Canada strike ends, but travel hurdles remain

Air Canada has resumed operations but it will be days before the backlog of flight cancellations are cleared. Many passengers are facing long waits and limited information about alternative travel arrangements.

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Trump says no U.S. ground troops will be sent to Ukraine

The White House says it is working to secure a meeting between the presidents of Russia and Ukraine, which both have agreed to, while plans continue to create security guarantees for Ukraine.

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Five Canadian soldiers suspended after Nazi salute video surfaces

Five Canadian soldiers accused of hateful conduct have been suspended after a video of troops giving a Nazi salute at a party was brought to the attention of the Canadian Armed Forces.

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N.L. communities get clearer picture of wildfire damage

Communities in Newfoundland and Labrador have started to get a clearer picture of the damage from wildfires in the province as officials say more than 200 structures have been lost. Elsewhere in Atlantic Canada, concern remains that dry ...

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Despite tentative Air Canada deal, travellers still frustrated with airline

Air Canada flights are resuming after a tentative deal put an end to a strike that began on the weekend, but not all of the airline's customers flying out of Winnipeg were happy following the labour disruption.

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Israel digs in on Gaza takeover as Hamas softens on ceasefire

As Hamas reportedly agreed to some ceasefire terms that would include the return of more hostages, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered troops to take more of Gaza.

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Air Canada cancellations cost frustrated passengers thousands

With the Air Canada flight attendants’ strike ongoing, passengers say they’re frustrated at the high cost of booking alternate arrangements.

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B.C. canola farmers concerned about Chinese tariffs

Canola farmers in B.C.’s Peace Region are warning of major losses. It comes as China slaps new tariffs on the Canadian seed just weeks before harvest. It's a retaliatory tariff of 75.8%. China sources nearly all of its canola from Canada...

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Breastfed babies less likely to hit puberty early: Study

A new study suggests that babies who were exclusively breastfed were less likely to hit puberty early, possibly because of slower weight gain. However, doctors stress the emphasis should be on improving support to help moms breastfeed, n...

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Nova Scotia's Long Lake wildfire continues to grow despite rain

Crews are back on the scene of an out-of-control wildfire burning in Nova Scotia's Annapolis County today. The blaze near Long Lake has grown to an estimated 2,063 hectares, or roughly 20 square kilometres, the Department of Natural Reso...

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N.L. wildfire puts another community on evacuation alert

Changing winds have made Freshwater, N.L., the latest community under an evacuation alert because of the approaching Kingston wildfire that has already burned about 95 square kilometres.

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Poilievre’s future in the hands of rural Alberta voters

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre’s future will be determined in a byelection in the rural Alberta riding of Battle River-Crowfoot. Not only will the voters decide if he returns to the House of Commons, it could signal whether Poiliev...

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Air Canada flight attendants picket for second day in Winnipeg

Air Canada has suspended plans to resume limited operations after the union representing the airline's flight attendants said it will defy a federal back-to-work order for binding arbitration to end the work stoppage. The airline had pla...

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