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As Iranians bury their dead, many are waiting for Trump's next move
CBC News was able to reach out to a few Iranians to hear their experience and perspective as the country remains cut off from the internet. Source link
CFL rules committee proposes end to regular-season tie games
The CFL rules committee is proposing the elimination of tie games during the regular season. Source link
Canadian men's soccer coach seeking contract extension prior to start of World Cup in June
Jesse Marsch, the head coach of Canada’s men’s soccer team, wants to extend his contract before the start of the World Cup in June. Source link
Edmonton to host soccer friendly between Canada, Uzbekistan men’s national teams before World Cup
The June 1 game at Commonwealth Stadium comes before the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will see the first-ever men’s tournament matches played on Canadian soil in Toronto and Vancouver. Source link
U.S. freezing immigrant visa processing for 75 countries, including Iran and Russia
The U.S. State Department said Wednesday it will suspend the processing of immigrant visas for citizens of 75 countries whose nationals are deemed likely to require public assistance while living in the United States. Source link
Bonnie Crombie formally resigns as Ontario Liberal Party leader
Bonnie Crombie has formally announced her resignation as leader of the Ontario Liberal Party, effective immediately. The move comes months after Crombie first announced her intention to resign. Source link
U.S. envoy announces launch of Phase 2 of Gaza truce agreement
U.S. President Donald Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff announced on Wednesday the launch of Phase 2 of the plan to end the conflict in Gaza with the establishment of a technocratic Palestinian administration in the enclave. Source link
Canadian skeleton racers support coach's decision that drew ire of other athletes, countries
Canadian skeleton racers Madeline Parra and Brielle Durham say they were comfortable with their coach’s decision to pull them from a race in a move that’s created friction between countries trying to qualify athletes for the Olympic Games. Source link
CBC News further expands local journalism, bureaus
This year, CBC News will add 33 local journalists and create 11 new bureaus, increasing its Canadian footprint from 66 to 77 locations. Source link
Louvre hikes ticket prices by 45% for most non-European visitors
The Louvre is putting a higher price on attendees, raising admission prices on Wednesday for most non-European visitors by nearly half as it tries to shore up finances after repeated strikes, chronic overcrowding — and a brazen French Crown Jewels heist that shook the institution. Source link