How Drake went from Degrassi to rap star to the king of memes

Drake has once again set the internet abuzz, this time with the emoji-splashed cover art for his latest album, Certified Lover Boy. Experts say the rapper's many memes and viral moments are carefully orchestrated efforts to leverage his brand.
The National: Ida hits New York, Alberta COVID-19 surge, Abba reunion

The National for Sept. 2 — Why the deadly mix of rain and wind that hit New York may become more common. Plus, is this campaign a turning point for mental health policy?
No jail time for limo company operator behind N.Y. crash that killed 20

The operator of a limousine company was spared prison time Thursday in a 2018 crash that killed 20 people when catastrophic brake failure sent a stretch limo full of birthday revelers hurtling down a hill in upstate New York.
Conservatives call for probe into workplace assessment involving Liberal candidate Raj Saini

The Conservatives are calling on the clerk of the House of Commons to determine whether a review was properly conducted regarding workplace issues at Liberal candidate Raj Saini’s office.
Lebanese expats taking essential supplies back home as crisis deepens

Lebanese living abroad are organizing to take essential supplies into the country as basic medications become impossible to find amid the deepening economic crisis.
Virgin Galactic banned from further space launches until probe of July flight complete

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration said Thursday that Virgin Galactic cannot launch anyone into space again until an investigation is complete into a mishap that occurred during July's flight with founder Richard Branson.
Key Afghan-Pakistan border crossing a crush of commerce waiting to move

The CBC's Susan Ormiston reports from Torkham border crossing in Pakistan on the critical goods waiting to cross between Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Mamma Mia, here they go again! Abba announces 1st new album in 40 years

Swedish pop group Abba announced Thursday that they will release a new album — their first in 40 years — and "perform" a concert as digital characters in London's Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.
Chip shortage forces GM to extend factory closures

General Motors Co. will reduce production at most North American assembly plants this month because of the ongoing semiconductor chip shortage, hitting its profitable truck and sport utility vehicles, it said on Thursday.
When is ivermectin safe for humans and other questions about anti-parasitic drug not recommended for COVID-19

An anti-parasitic medicine called ivermectin is facing a shortage in Canada amid unproven claims that it can be used to treat COVID-19 — and confusion about the drug has sparked a lot of questions.