World Report

Canada's annual inflation rate rose to 2.8% in April, thanks to soaring energy prices.
Prime Minister Mark Carney to make announcement not far from the site of Nouveau Monde Graphite's Matawinie Mine.
3 people dead after mosque attack at the Islamic Centre of San Diego. 2 teenage suspects dead.
WHO says Ebola outbreak in central Africa is spreading quickly with more than 130 deaths and 500 cases.
Jonathan Andic, son of the founder of Mango fashion group, in police custody being questioned about his father's death.
Women in Halifax area decry long wait times for mammograms.
Canadian defence minister David McGuinty visiting home base of the Canadian Forces Snowbirds, amid speculation the fleet may not be able to perform much longer.

A virus-stricken cruise ship enters quarantine in Rotterdam as the W-H-O launches a new study on global pandemic preparedness.
The W-H-O declares a global health emergency as a deadly, vaccine-resistant Ebola strain spreads through the D-R-C and Uganda.
Donald Trump issues fresh warnings to Iran as escalating tensions drive up global oil and gas prices.
Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne calls for allied unity as G7 summits begin in Paris.
Secruity funding for the White House ballroom hits a technical snag in the Senate.
Experts estimate Ontario is paying up to 20 million dollars a year to store boycotted U-S alcohol.
A Spanish court clears pop star Shakira of tax fraud and orders the government to return more than 55 million euros in fines.

Global health authorities have triggered their highest warning system as a severe Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo threatens to spill into neighboring Uganda.
Canadian health officials are scrambling to contain a presumptive case of a rare, deadly hantavirus strain detected in a traveler isolated in British Columbia.
US prosecutors reveal an Iranian-proxied terror plot targeted Toronto's US consulate and local synagogues, triggering a massive RCMP national security investigation.
A drone hit the perimeter of the U — A — E’s sole nuclear power plant amid long — standing accusations against Iran and escalating wartime rhetoric on Iranian state media.
The Montreal Canadiens must face a winner-take-all Game Seven in Buffalo after a defensive collapse led to an 8-3 loss against the Sabres.
No matter who wins Game Seven, Quebec remains a central part of the NHL playoffs as the exclusive manufacturer and printer of all official game pucks.
Bulgaria wins the 70th Eurovision contest, bagging the award for the first time.

U-S President Donald Trump claims a joint operation with Nigerian forces has killed ISIS global second—in—command Abu—Bilal al—Minuki.
An Ebola outbreak spreads from the D-R-C to Uganda as health officials confirm an imported death in Kampala from a rare, vaccine—resistant strain.
An earworm charity jingle forced to go silent in California after judges ruling.
Montreal Canadiens hope to wrap up series against Buffalo Saturday on home ice.
Amid political tensions at Eurovision, Finland’s high — energy anthem "Flamethrower" emerges as a crowd favourite, bringing arena — style energy perfect for a Habs playoff night.

Ottawa and Alberta strike a carbon pricing compromise to secure the future of the Pathways pipeline project.
CBC investigation reveals Canadian white nationalist group is coordinating with U.S. fascist fight clubs.
Donald Trump and Xi Jinping call Trump's state visit a success, but offer few details.
CIA Director delivers Trump’s ultimatum to Havana as U.S. prepares to indict Raul Castro.
Drake freezes over Toronto with a massive triple-album drop and a glowing blue CN Tower.