Farmers' protests and flight bans: How India-specific issues may influence the election

While they share many of the same concerns as their fellow Canadians, South Asian political scientists and community leaders say India-specific issues, such as the farmers' protests, the ban on flights and delays in family reunification may factor into the community's political calculus.
Mythic martial arts and Simu Liu's charms give Marvel's Shang-Chi film a one-two punch

Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten rings is a step forward for Asian representation and gives fans their first taste of the next phase of Marvel's cinematic ambitions. While the film struggles at times, what's unquestionable is Shang-Chi's potential — and what Simu Liu brings to Marvel's newest generation of heroes.
A bittersweet pandemic reunion a year after son's birth and grandpa's tragic passing

This Calgary couple welcomed a baby boy and also lost a parent during the pandemic. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, they could not be with close family members in the aftermath of either event.
Canada already has medals in S10 and C4 events in Tokyo — but what does that mean?

Canada won its first two medals of the Tokyo Paralympics on Wednesday in S10 and C4 events. If you were wondering what that means, here's an explainer on how Paralympic athletes are classified within their sports based on impairment.
A fourth wave for whom?

As case counts rise across the country, health experts warn that the COVID-19 fourth wave is very much here. But who will bear the brunt of it?
6-year sentence for man convicted in plot to kidnap Michigan governor

A man upset over state-ordered coronavirus restrictions was sentenced to just over six years in prison on Wednesday for planning to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, a significant break that reflected his quick decision to co-operate and help agents build cases against others.
Looking back: Charlie Watts and the Rolling Stones in Canada

The Rolling Stones have played concerts all around the country, with their first Canadian shows in 1965 setting the stage for a decades-long friendship. In the wake of drummer Charlie Watts's death, CBC News looks back at the band's live performances in Canada.
Naked baby from Nevermind album cover sues Nirvana for 'child pornography'

Spencer Elden, who appears naked as a baby on the cover of Nirvana’s 1991 album Nevermind, is suing the band for alleged child exploitation and pornography.
Diamond Princess cruise ship won't sail again until next year

The Diamond Princess cruise ship, which became one of the earliest hotbeds for coronavirus infections when the pandemic broke out last year, will delay its return to sailing to spring of 2022, vessel operator Princess Cruises said on Wednesday.
O'Toole unveils plan to address COVID-fuelled mental health distress

Conservative Leader Erin O'Toole today released his plan to help Canadians grappling with depression, anxiety and other mental health conditions — a multibillion-dollar platform pledge to address a problem that has only gotten worse during the COVID-19 pandemic.