Justin Trudeau is in trouble, but he can fix that
There was a jarring sense of déjà vu last week in Canada as images of yet another attack on innocent civilians in Toronto played out on newscasts. A reportedly mentally ill man went on a gun rampage on Sunday evening in Toronto's popular Danforth neighborhood, killing two people and injuring 13 others. The attack occurred less than three months after a man drove a van into pedestrians in another busy part of Toronto, killing 10 people.
Costa Rica overwhelmed with Nicaraguan asylum seekers
An average of 200 Nicaraguans a day are applying for asylum in neighboring Costa Rica, overwhelming the nation's immigration authorities, according to the UN's refugee agency (UNHCR).
War dead remains returned by North Korea headed to Hawaii
Dozens of cases believed to hold the remains of American service members killed during the Korean War are to due to be flown to the United States on Wednesday.
Philippines' Duterte crushes $5.5m of luxury cars in anti-corruption drive
Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte has overseen the destruction of $5.5 million worth of luxury vehicles and motorcycles as part of his campaign against corruption.
International army games opportunity to sell weapons: Chinese state media
China is using a massive international military competition as "a marketing and advertising show" to sell its weapons and military goods, as the country seeks to solidify its place as one of the world's largest arms exporters.
Zimbabwe's ruling Zanu-PF wins parliament majority, electoral board says
Zimbabwe's ruling Zanu-PF party appears set to win a majority in parliament after winning 109 seats so far in national elections, the country's electoral commission announced Wednesday.
China region set to become deadliest heat wave zone: report
China's north plain, one of the most densely populated regions on Earth, is set to become the world's deadliest heatwave zone by the end of the century, scientists say.
A college textbook says Holocaust victims failed to realize their strength
An online textbook, which blames Holocaust victims for failing to tap into their strength, is required reading for nearly 19,000 University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill students.
First sentencing set in hazing death of Penn State fraternity pledge
A former Penn State University fraternity brother faces sentencing Tuesday for his role in the alcohol-fueled death of a pledge. Ryan Burke, 21, pleaded guilty last month to four counts of hazing and five counts related to unlawful acts involving liquor, the office of Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro said.
Pampers and Charmin are getting more expensive
Get ready to pay a little more for Pampers, Charmin, Bounty, and Puffs. Procter & Gamble said on Tuesday that it was in the process of raising Pampers' prices in North America by 4%. P&G also began notifying retailers this week that it would increase the average prices of Bounty, Charmin, and Puffs by 5%.
Police investigate company's 'treasure ship' claims
Police are investigating a South Korean company that claimed to have discovered a sunken Russian warship with $8.9 billion worth of gold on board.
3-D guns: Untraceable, undetectable and unstoppable?
Not long ago it was the stuff of science fiction, but now US officials and lawmakers are grappling with a new reality -- the ability for citizens to print firearms at home.
Two radio hosts suspended after they refer to America's first Sikh attorney general as 'turban man'
A radio station in New Jersey has suspended two midday show hosts after they referred to the state's Sikh attorney general, Gurbir Grewal, as "turban man" on their show Wednesday.
Amazon HQ2 bid is already paying off for some cities
Birmingham, Alabama's bid for Amazon's second headquarters wasn't enough to take first place, but it did earn the city its first fulfillment center from the tech giant.
Food shortages? Grounded flights? These could be the consequences of a messy Brexit
Would a messy Brexit cause food shortages? Or planes to be grounded? Would car plants fall silent? With just eight months to go before Brexit, the UK government is fighting off accusations that it's not doing enough to prepare for a scenario where Britain crashes out of the European Union without a deal.
Bale, Warburton Thomas ... The Welsh school which breeds sporting greats
Gareth Bale, Sam Warburton and now Geraint Thomas. Three sporting greats, Welshmen who have created history and, astonishingly, world stars who went to the same school.
Tia-Clair Toomey: CrossFit Games champion relives nail-biting 2017 finale
It was the most dramatic finish in CrossFit Games history.
Demi Lovato experiencing 'complications' from apparent overdose
Demi Lovato is experiencing "complications" and remains hospitalized following her apparent drug overdose, two sources close to the singer tell CNN.
Preventing childhood suicide, one family speaks out
The family of a 13-year-old girl who committed suicide last year is speaking out to save families. Jaden Stone committed suicide last year. Now, here sisters are sharing their story so people know what to look for, how to help those who are struggling and sharing the impacts suicide has on a family.
How CBS reported on the Les Moonves and '60 Minutes' allegations
On "CBS This Morning" on Monday, correspondent Anna Werner had the awkward task of reporting on allegations of sexual misconduct against her company's CEO. Werner spent several minutes early in the program detailing the accusations against Les Moonves. Six women told The New Yorker that he sexually harassed them.
Why Amazon can't touch Ross and TJMaxx
As department stores, specialty stores and big box retailers retrench, discount chains are growing. Ross, a clothing and home decor chain, recently opened 30 stores and plans to add 70 more this year. It's aiming for 2,500 stores eventually, up from about 1,500 today.
Trump repeats threat: 'I would have no problem doing a shutdown'
President Donald Trump reiterated his willingness Monday to allow the government to shut down this fall if he does not receive sufficient funding for border security but he declined to take a firm stance on the specific amount of money he would accept.
CBS board meets; Stock markets dip; Caterpillar earnings
Watching CBS: Investors are watching CBS stock on Monday as the company's board of directors meet to discuss allegations of sexual harassment against CEO Les Moonves
'Star Wars: Episode IX' cast will include Carrie Fisher
Disney has announced the cast for the next chapter from the galaxy far, far away -- and it will include the late Carrie Fisher.
Charlie has a new team of 'Angels'
Charlie has a new team of angels. Kristen Stewart, Naomi Scott and Ella Balinska will star in an upcoming "Charlie's Angels" movie, according to a report from Variety.
'No Brainer' reunites Justin Bieber, DJ Khaled, Quavo and Chance the Rapper
Get ready to add another song to your summer playlist. Justin Bieber, DJ Khaled, Quavo and Chance the Rapper dropped another one Friday, "No Brainer."
7 missing as deadly California wildfire continues to grow
At least seven people were still missing in Shasta County, California, as shifting winds, dry fuel and steep drainages helped the monstrous Carr Fire engulf almost 100,000 acres by Sunday night, authorities said.
Kavanaugh's Obamacare rulings under microscope as he meets Manchin
When a lawsuit challenging the Affordable Care Act reached his Washington, DC, appeals court in 2011, Judge Brett Kavanaugh was careful not to commit. He described the law requiring people to buy health insurance as "unprecedented" and the breadth of Obama administration's defense of it "jarring."
Trump opens window into his rage with Mueller attack
Donald Trump is giving Americans a glimpse of the fury raging inside him as a pivotal moment nears for special counsel Robert Mueller's Russia investigation, and different strands of political and legal vulnerability swirling around the President become ever more threatening.
Corona's Parent Sharpens Pitch to Hispanic Drinkers
Constellation Brands wants to strengthen its appeal to Hispanic drinkers.
Florida's 'stand your ground' Law Is 'a license to kill black people,' Attorney Says
Six years after the killing of Trayvon Martin put "stand your ground" laws under a microscope, attorney Benjamin Crump is representing another Florida family who lost a loved one under the law.
R. Kelly Answers His Critics With a 19-minute Song, 'I Admit'
R&B singer R. Kelly, whose career has been under siege in recent months amid allegations of sexual misconduct, is fighting back.
Beyoncé posts new photo of twins
A year after she debuted a look at her newborn twins, Beyoncé has shared a new photo of the toddlers.
Fight to raise minimum wage wins court victory in Birmingham
A federal appeals court delivered a surprising victory Wednesday to supporters of the Fight for $15 campaign when it ruled that a lawsuit challenging the abolishment of a minimum wage hike can go forward.
Tom Arnold brings anti-Trump crusade to Viceland
Tom Arnold held a rambling press conference for his new Viceland show "The Hunt for the Trump Tapes" on Thursday, insisting that he would continue his personal campaign to discredit or embarrass President Trump "until he resigns."
Chris Hardwick returning as host of 'Talking Dead' following investigation
AMC is standing behind TV host Chris Hardwick, who weeks ago was accused by an ex-girlfriend of sexual and emotional abuse.
Michelle Williams quietly weds musician Phil Elverum
Michelle Williams has married singer-songwriter, Phil Elverum. Williams revealed news of her recent nuptials in Vanity Fair's September issue, in which she described her relationship with Elverum as "very sacred and very special."
Seth Rogen will tell Vancouver public transit customers where to get off
Actor Seth Rogen will be a guest voice on public transit in Vancouver, British Columbia. The announcement comes after Rogen, a Vancouver native, offered to replace fellow actor Morgan Freeman, who lent his voice for a public announcement campaign for TransLink.
Amy Poehler and Seth Meyers reunite to take on James Comey
Wednesday's "Late Night with Seth Meyers" felt reminiscent of an old "Saturday Night Live" episode.
Demi Lovato to enter rehab following hospital release
Demi Lovato will seek drug abuse treatment following her hospitalization for an overdose, a source close to Lovato tells CNN.
White House fixes Trump-Putin transcript error after key question omitted
After more than a week of questions, the White House has corrected a key omission in its official transcript of President Donald Trump's news conference with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
'Orange is the New Black' still confined by prison-riot plot
Along with "House of Cards," "Orange is the New Black" helped put Netflix on the map as an original programming destination. The show enters its sixth season, however, looking like a fashion that's faded out of style, one that hasn't cleared the prison walls but which, in TV terms, has pretty clearly jumped the shark.
Why backyard chickens are a health risk
"Always wash your hands after handling live poultry." That's the reminder from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention this week due to another outbreak of salmonella from backyard chickens.
Pompeo defiant in clash over Trump-Putin summit
Bipartisan frustration was on display Wednesday as lawmakers from both sides of the aisle grilled a defiant Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on President Donald Trump's summits with Russian leader Vladimir Putin and North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un during a Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing.
Trump and top European leader agree to work toward zero tariffs
President Donald Trump said Wednesday that he and European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker agreed to work toward eliminating tariffs and barriers on trade, reducing tensions for now in a brewing trade war.
Omarosa's surprise book: 'Unhinged' will come out in August
The publishing house Gallery Books has an August surprise for the president and the public: A "tell-all" book by former Trump administration aide, Omarosa Manigault-Newman.
President Trump to Campaign for Barletta in Wilkes-Barre Twp.
President Donald Trump is set to visit our area next week.
Defense bill offers harsh words for Russia and China
The final version of the 2019 defense bill offers harsh words for Russia and China, keeping in place restrictions that prevent the US military from cooperating with Moscow.
Iran shoots back at Trump: 'Color us unimpressed'
Iran has shot back at US President Donald Trump, dismissing his all-caps Twitter warning that the country would suffer consequences if it continued to threaten the US, saying it was unimpressed by the late-night tweet.
Thai soccer team rescued from cave to become novice Buddhist monks
The young Thai soccer team whose dramatic evacuation from a cave captured the world's attention took their first steps in becoming novice Buddhist monks on Tuesday, in a ceremony intended to honor their rescuers.
