From Global News. Robotics specialists Sharpa unveiled their latest creation at the 2026 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas on Tuesday. Capturing the spirit of ‘Sin City,’ the brand-new humanoid robot dealt cards to convention attendees at a blackjack table, showcasing its dexterity and advanced AI capabilities. #CES #Robotics #AI

From Global News. A winter storm swept across Hungary on Wednesday, covering much of the country in a thick blanket of snow. The first snow in several years was a pleasure for many, including the polar bears in Nyiregyhaza’s animal park, who played in the first snow they had seen in their lives, according to…

From Global News. U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social on Tuesday an agreement with the interim authorities in Venezuela to turn over “between 30 and 50 million barrels of high quality, sanctioned oil,” to the U.S. Meanwhile on Wednesday, U.S. tactical teams boarded and took control of two more tankers connected with Venezuela.…

From Global News. Venezuela’s acting president Delcy Rodriguez declared a seven-day mourning period for military personnel killed during U.S. strikes in and around Caracas on Saturday. The decision was made to “honour and glory the young men and women who died, offering their lives, defending Venezuela,” Rodriguez told locals on Wednesday. Roughly 24 Venezuelan officers…

From Global News. Heavy rains caused severe flooding and power outages in Kosovo this week, prompting emergency services to respond to incidents across the country.   "Water has entered up to two meters into the house. It is very dangerous, there is a huge amount of water (from the rain), and even the river is unable to…

From Global News. It should have been a relaxing holiday vacation in Mexico for Dave Rogers and his wife, but an unexpected encounter on the flight there made the sunny days feel gloomy. Around the time passengers were asked to put on their seatbelts and stow electronic devices for the final descent, Rogers says a…

From Global News. A Calgary woman is desperately looking for any tips as to where her younger sister may be after she disappeared six months ago. Deeanna Erickson was last seen in the community of Walden, Alta. after taking the wrong bus – heading 11 kilometres in the opposite direction – on June 6, 2025.…

From Global News. On January 3rd 1986, metro Vancouver’s Skytrain system started operating as a revenue-generating service, following a short free trial period.   After some early growing pains and despite ongoing funding issues, there’s no doubt the system fundamentally changed the region as it expanded and ridership grew.   Jordan Armstrong reports. For more…

From Global News. Smartphones are now so ubiquitous that many people don’t think twice about spending more than $1000 on the latest model when it comes out. But forty years ago, the technology was brand-new. And even though the primitive phones were heavy, pricey and not particularly user-friendly, the market for them in B.C. was…

From Global News. Canadian scientists have made an exciting discovery that could change our understanding of the early universe. Researchers found a cluster containing more than 30 infant galaxies that defy existing theories about the far reaches of space. Heidi Petracek has the details. For more info, please go to https://globalnews.ca Subscribe to Global News…

From Global News. The U.S. intends to run Venezuela for an unspecified amount of time following the capture of President Nicolas Maduro. Venezuela’s main opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner, Maria Corina Machado, has called for free and fair elections. However, President Trump has sidelined her, choosing instead to back Maduro’s vice-president as the…

From Global News. European leaders made it clear Monday that Greenland belongs to its people. Savouring the success of his Jan. 3 military operation in Venezuela, U.S. President Donald Trump’s next conquest may be Greenland. Jackson Proskow has the top story. The U.S. intends to run Venezuela for an unspecified amount of time following the…

From Global News. An international manhunt for a Quebec man wanted in connection with an unprecedented data breach has ended. Juan Pablo Serrano was taken into custody in Spain, six years after the personal information of nearly 10 million Desjardins clients was stolen. Touria Izri reports on the arrest that marks the end of a…

From Global News. Five years after the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol, Pam Hemphill, a convicted rioter, apologized for her actions and said she rejected President Trump’s pardon. "Five years ago, I travelled from Idaho to D.C. to see Donald Trump speak. I had fallen for the president’s lies, just like many…

From Global News. Christians across the world plunged into chilly waters on Tuesday to celebrate Epiphany, a traditional Orthodox Christian ritual that symbolizes spiritual cleansing while commemorating the baptism of Jesus. In many places, divers attempt to retrieve a wooden cross, blessed and thrown into the water by a priest, which is believed to bring…

From Global News. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre warned the federal government that the possible end of American sanctions on Venezuelan oil could displace Canadian exports to the U.S.   In a letter to Prime Minister Mark Carney posted on social media Tuesday, Poilievre wrote that the Conservatives were calling on the government to commit to approving the pipeline project proposal within…

From Global News. After four years of war, the fighting in Ukraine could be coming to an end. That’s the message from many leaders in Paris today at a meeting of the Coalition of the Willing.   The 35-country group, which includes Canada, says they’ve reached an agreement on how to provide security guarantees Ukraine after a…

From Global News. Ukraine’s allies, part of the so-called "Coalition of the Willing" met in Paris to finalize contributions to future security guarantees and reassure Kyiv in the event of a ceasefire with Russia. The leaders including Kier Starmer, Emmanuel Macron and Friedrich Merz also posed for a family photo. #coalitionofthewilling #ukrainerussiawar #ukrainewar

From Global News. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Tuesday said that peace in Ukraine was closer than ever, though the “hardest yards are still ahead”. At a meeting of a group of nations dubbed the “Coalition of the Willing,” a group comprised of 35 countries committed to supporting Ukraine against Russian aggression, Starmer outlined…

From Global News. Colombia’s foreign minister on Tuesday said the country’s military must defend the country’s territory and sovereignty in the event of a hypothetical U.S. invasion.   “If such aggression were to occur, the military must defend the national territory and the country’s sovereignty,” Foreign Minister Rosa Villavicencio said at a press conference, adding…

From Global News. Five days after the devastating bar fire that killed 40 people and injured dozens others in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, town mayor Nicolas Feraud has spoken out, revealing no safety inspections were carried out on the tavern in over five years. "Periodic [fire] inspections were not carried out between 2020 and 2025… We deeply…

From Global News. Environment Canada has issued a weather warning from London all the way to Belleville with freezing rain expected to sweep through the region. Some areas have the potential of seeing up to 5mm of ice buildup on the roads and walkways, with heavy fog blanketing different areas. Sgt. Kerry Schmidt of the…

From Global News. Prime Minister Mark Carney responded to reporters’ questions in Paris on Tuesday for the first time since former cabinet minister Chrystia Freeland announced she would be resigning from the House of Commons "in the coming weeks."   "My judgment was that taking that role would be consistent with resigning as an MP. And…

From Global News. At least 600 tourists are stranded on the remote island of Socotra after the United Arab Emirates withdrew its troops from Yemen last week under a deadline from Saudi Arabia.   "This affects each one of us when it comes to work problems, problems in reconnecting with our families, and in my…

From Global News. Several prominent European heads of state met at Elysee Palace on Tuesday representing the "Coalition of the Willing", a group of more than 30 countries pledged to support Ukraine in its war with Russia. French President Emmanuel Macron, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz…

From Global News. Speaking in Paris on Tuesday, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Washington’s removal of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro – who he described “corrupt, repressive,” and a “illegitimate” leader, was “welcome news” over the weekend. President Donald Trump ordered a large-scale military strike in and around Caracas on Saturday, which allowed for U.S.…

From Global News. Asked Tuesday if he agrees with Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen’s statement that a potential U.S. takeover of Greenland – a Danish territory – would mark the end of NATO, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney shared his own thoughts on the future of the Arctic. “The future of Greenland is a decision…

From Global News. U.S. President Donald Trump says the seizure of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro should serve as a warning to the rest of the world. He specifically singled out Colombia’s elected president, Gustavo Petro, calling him a "sick man," and accused him of running cocaine factories. Jeff Semple spoke to Venezuelans and is near…

From Global News. Fast-moving developments continue following the U.S. capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro. The recently ousted president and his wife, Cilia Flores, appeared in a New York City courtroom on Monday as prisoners. Both pleaded not guilty to drugs and weapons charges. Jackson Proskow reports on the dramatic day in court. U.S. President…

From Global News. After being diagnosed with an extremely rare form of abdominal cancer called leiomyosarcoma and being told he had 12-18 months to live, Alex Villalta defied bleak odds in what doctors are calling a “miracle." After he underwent surgery and chemotherapy, things got more complicated when doctors discovered the cancer had spread to…

From Global News. Iranians continue to march in the streets while the regime keeps cracking down. Sixteen people had died as of Sunday, human rights groups claim. The protests, spurred by economic hardship, have entered their ninth consecutive day. Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump has suggested the its military would intervene if the Iranian regime…

From Global News. After years of trying to keep his personal phone logs a secret, an Ontario court ruled Monday that Premier Doug Ford would have to hand over his personal phone records. The ruling is part of a transparency battle by Global News, seeking access to government-related calls made from Ford’s personal phone. Initially,…

From Global News. What looks picturesque from above carries a hazardous warning down below in Metro Vancouver, owing to thick fog. The region has been blanketed in fog for days and Environment Canada has issued a dense fog advisory as the visibility dropped to zero. While the streets are cold and cloudy, the sun shines…

From Global News. While concerns are being raised about how the U.S. ouster of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro could impact Canada’s oil markets, industry experts say the effect won’t be immediate. U.S. President Donald Trump has signalled interest in transforming Venezuela’s oil sector, but on Sunday, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the U.S. won’t govern the South…

From Global News. The son of toppled Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has spoken out after his father and stepmother were captured by U.S. forces Saturday and arraigned at a New York court on Monday. “We are here fulfilling our duties until you return. The country is in good hands, dad,” Nicolas Maduro Guerra said Monday…

From Global News. U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday warned Iran of a strong response if security forces escalate violence against protesters in the Middle Eastern nation.   “We’re watching it very closely. If they start killing people like they have in the past, I think they’re going to get hit very hard by the…

From Global News. On Monday, U.S. President Donald Trump made renewed threats to take over Greenland, noting that the autonomous territory is of strategic importance in regard to national security and its mineral wealth. “Right now Greenland is covered with Russian and Chinese ships all over the place,” Trump elaborated while speaking to reporters on…

From Global News. Ontario Premier Doug Ford doubled down on his threats to remove Crown Royal from LCBO shelves on Monday during his first press conference of 2026. “100 per cent I am… as soon as they close that plant,” Ford replied when asked if he planned to remove the popular Canadian blended whiskey brand…

From Global News. Asked if he was concerned about U.S. President Donald Trump wanting to annex Canada in the future, Ontario Premier Doug Ford told reporters that idea “shouldn’t frighten anyone in Canada.” The question came two days after Trump ordered a military strike on Venezuela and captured President Nicolas Maduro. Since then, Trump has…

From Global News. A Paris court on Monday found 10 people guilty of the cyber-harassment of France’s first lady, Brigitte Macron, for spreading false claims that she is a transgender woman who was born male.   "Needless to say that no one can touch my genealogy, that’s something impossible… don’t play with that," said Brigitte on…

From Global News. Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro arrived at a New York City court Saturday morning, where he is set to be arraigned on drug, weapons, and narco-terrorism charges, along with his wife, Cilia Flores. Maduro was deposed from Venezuela Saturday during a large-scale military strike in and around Caracas ordered by U.S. President Donald…

From Global News. Prime Minister Mark Carney will be in Paris on Monday for a meeting with Ukraine’s allies in a bid to end Russia’s war on the country. The meeting of the “coalition of the willing,” made up of nations like Canada, France and other European countries, seeks to accelerate a negotiated peace plan for Ukraine nearly four…

From Global News. The U.S. Supreme Court is preparing to hear more than a dozen cases this year that could test the limits of President Donald Trump’s authority. The cases involve a range of high-stakes issues, including the legality of sweeping tariffs and the president’s power to fire heads of independent agencies. Jackson Proskow looks…

From Global News. There are growing concerns that America’s actions in Venezuela signal a major shift in U.S. foreign policy. Critics worry the Trump administration is prioritizing its own interests over international norms, while legal experts question the legality of the forced removal of a foreign leader. Now, even American allies are analyzing what this…

From Global News. Hundreds of thousands of Canadian forestry workers are hoping for quick government action to save their struggling industry. Punishing U.S. tariffs have left the sector reeling. Industry advocates are now pushing the Carney government to move the industry to the metric system to help it compete. As David Akin reports, while the…

From Global News. The aftermath of a deadly U.S. military raid on Venezuela’s capital early Saturday morning is now coming into focus. U.S. forces captured President Nicolas Maduro, who is now in U.S. custody facing drug smuggling charges. President Donald Trump insists his administration will run the country for now. This stance has sparked controversy…

From Global News. Visitors were enjoying Harbin’s Ice and Snow World, in China’s Heilongjiang province, on Sunday, ahead of an official opening ceremony on Monday night, the 27th edition and the largest yet of the annual Ice and Snow World. This year’s theme is “A Fairy Tale World,” and workers were putting the final touches…

From Global News. Gunmen have killed at least 30 villagers and abducted others after a raid in northern Nigeria. The assault occurred Saturday evening when gunmen stormed a village in the state of Niger, near the community where more than 300 young children and their teachers were kidnapped from a Catholic school in November. The…

From Global News. After the U.S. government deposed and arrested Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on Saturday, Venezuela’s Supreme Court has ordered Vice President Delcy Rodriguez to become the nation’s interim leader. Despite the ruling, U.S. President Donald Trump told reporters that his administration would “run” Venezuela until they can perform a “safe, proper and judicious…

From Global News. Hundreds of residents, firefighters and rescue workers marched silently through the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana to honour victims of a deadly New Year’s Day bar fire. The procession followed a packed church service and ended at a memorial outside the Le Constellation bar, where at least 40 people were killed and…

From Global News. Canada’s military and intelligence communities are putting a greater emphasis on the challenges of securing Canada’s vast northern regions. In its first budget, the Carney government announced one billion dollars for regional development; however, any improvements take time. Global’s Nathaniel Dove looks at the country’s sovereignty, its current defences, and the challenges…

From Global News. As major news breaks in Venezuela, social media is being flooded with viral videos that are often fake. Rapid advances in artificial intelligence are making it easy to create videos that look real, making it harder for the public to tell the difference. Jeff Semple explores the scale of this problem and…

From Global News. The U.S. attack that removed Nicolas Maduro is sparking both outrage and relief across Canada. Serious questions are being raised regarding the legality of President Trump’s authority in this mission. However, many Venezuelan-Canadians say they are simply happy to see Maduro gone. Sean O’Shea reports on the divided response within Canada. For…

From Global News. While many Venezuelans are celebrating the ousting of Nicolas Maduro, the world is raising serious concerns. The United States is facing international condemnation for using military force to remove another country’s leader. New questions are also being raised about the true motivations behind the operation. Reggie Cecchini reports on the unfolding situation…

From Global News. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel and other world leaders condemned the U.S. attack on Venezuela and the capture of its president, Nicolas Maduro. Chilean President Gabriel Boric also condemned the attack, saying, "Today it is Venezuela; tomorrow it could be anyone else. Likewise, the threat of unilateral external control…

From Global News. Donald Trump has doubled down on comments that Colombian President Gustav Petro should “watch his ass.” The U.S. president reiterated his remarks Saturday – suggesting Petro “has cocaine mills” – after his Republican administration captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, indicted him on drug-running charges in New York, and announced they would “run”…

From Global News. “Welcome to 2026” were just some of the words U.S. Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth had to tell reporters Saturday, after President Donald Trump announced that his administration would temporarily “run” Venezuela after capturing its leader, President Nicolas Maduro. The deposition of Maduro follows a large-scale strike in the South American nation.…

From Global News. After months of accusations of drug-running and illegitimacy in power against him, the U.S. announced it has captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores. Maduro’s detention occurred early Saturday following overnight “large-scale strikes” across Venezuela – primarily in Caracas. Addressing the nation during an afternoon press conference, U.S. President…

From Global News. Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei says the Islamic Republic will not yield as protests over soaring inflation continue across the country. Khamenei said authorities should speak with protesters but warned that “rioters should be put in their place.” His comments came after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to come to the…

From Global News. U.S. President Donald Trump is scheduled to address the nation after capturing and deposing Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores early Saturday. This comes after “large-scale strikes” in Venezuela from the U.S., after months of accusations of drug-running and illegitimacy in power against Maduro. In a post shared to…