‘Speedrun’ attempt at Vancouver’s Church of Scientology prompts police warning
A crowd gathered at Vancouver's Church of Scientology in response to a 'speed running' trend from California, prompting a police warning.
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Sunday, May 3, 2026
Politics & Government
Hamilton man charged after allegedly shooting self in botched home invasion
A 38-year-old man from Hamilton has been charged with breaking and entering, criminal harassment, and multiple firearm offenses after allegedly shooting himself during a botched home invasion.
Saskatchewan church evacuated after bear spray unleashed
A bear entered a church in Saskatchewan, prompting an evacuation. Police arrested the suspect and about 25 people received treatment.
Poilievre endorses Billy Bishop airport expansion as critics pressure Liberals
Conservative Leader Poilievre endorses Billy Bishop airport expansion, stating it would be 'massively profitable' and pay for itself through airline fees, while critics pressure Liberals.
Murder charge laid against man for fatal Toronto shooting: police
A murder charge has been laid against a man for a fatal shooting that occurred in Toronto just after noon on Thursday near Marlee Avenue and Glengrove Avenue West.
Business & Economy
NAB Profit Misses Estimates as Software Costs Weigh on Bank
National Australia Bank Ltd. missed first-half profit estimates due to higher software costs and increased credit provisions from the deteriorating economy, despite robust loan growth.
US Futures Gain, Oil Falls on Signs of Iran Talks: Markets Wrap
US stock futures increased while oil prices decreased due to improved risk sentiment from potential resumption of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and progress in US-Iran talks.
Trump Says US to Start Guiding Trapped Ships Through Hormuz
US President Donald Trump announced that the US will start guiding neutral ships trapped in the Persian Gulf through the Strait of Hormuz beginning on Monday.
Hawkish RBA Shapes as Global Outlier With Third Hike Priced In
Australia’s central bank is expected to raise interest rates for the third consecutive time, positioning it as a global outlier in monetary policy.
Amber Kanwar’s Weekly Setup: What to watch out for in this week’s earnings bonanza
This week sees a significant earnings reporting period for Canadian and American companies, with 99 S&P/TSX Composite Index companies and 128 S&P 500 companies reporting.
Sports
NBA Playoffs on Sportsnet: Raptors vs. Cavaliers, Game 7
Suzuki gets a friendly bounce to give Canadiens Game 7 icebreaker
In Game 7, Nick Suzuki tipped a Kaiden Guhle shot off J.J. Moser for the opening goal in the dying minutes of the first period.
Timberwolves’ Edwards cleared for on-court activity, questionable vs. Spurs
The Minnesota Timberwolves may have their leading scorer, Edwards, back for on-court activity sooner than anticipated, with a possible return for their upcoming game against the Spurs.