The recent release of over 3 million files and documents by the U.S. Justice Department has revealed Jeffrey Epstein's extensive connections with influential individuals worldwide. Among the revelations are Epstein's ties to figures such as former White House strategist Steve Bannon, ex-Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak, and tech mogul Peter Thiel, along with undisclosed dealings with global power players. Politico's senior legal affairs reporter, Kyle Cheney, delves into the key findings and explores the lack of accountability surrounding these relationships. For more Front Burner transcripts, visit the official CBC website. Subscribe to Front Burner on various podcast platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube for...
The chief of staff to British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Morgan McSweeney, resigned on Sunday amidst controversy surrounding the appointment of Peter Mandelson as the United Kingdom's ambassador to the United States due to his connections with Jeffrey Epstein. McSweeney admitted fault for advising Starmer to select Mandelson for the crucial diplomatic role in 2024.
In a statement, McSweeney acknowledged the error in appointing Mandelson, emphasizing the negative impact on their party, nation, and public trust in politics. The decision was made despite emerging documents from the extensive Epstein files in the U.S., which implied that Mandelson had shared sensitive market information with Epstein during his tenure...
Manitoba NDP Member of Parliament Leah Gazan has officially thrown her support behind documentary filmmaker Avi Lewis for the leadership of the party, becoming...
Manitoba NDP Member of Parliament Leah Gazan has officially thrown her support behind documentary filmmaker Avi Lewis for the leadership of the party, becoming the first current MP to endorse a candidate. Gazan believes that Lewis is well-equipped to...
British Columbia's Forests Ministry has signed a memorandum of understanding with China regarding modern wood construction, aiming to boost the local lumber industry amid efforts to diversify beyond the U.S. market. The five-year agreement, not legally binding, involves collaboration...
Canadian telecommunications giant BCE, the parent company of Bell, has terminated several employees for breaching workplace attendance and remote work policies. However, allegations have surfaced suggesting that the terminations were unjust and aimed at avoiding severance payments. Bell's chief...
A recent report revealed that in 2021, millennials were twice as likely to reside with their parents compared to baby boomers during their young adult years. Statistics Canada conducted an analysis using data from three census cycles to examine...
The recent release of over 3 million files and documents by the U.S. Justice Department has revealed Jeffrey Epstein's extensive connections with influential individuals...
A Toronto resident, identified as a key figure in money laundering activities connected to fugitive Ryan Wedding, allegedly attempted to flee to the Bahamas...
Nunavut's Member of Parliament stated that she currently has no intentions of switching to the federal Liberal Party. Lori Idlout shared with CBC News...
Nunavut's Member of Parliament stated that she currently has no intentions of switching to the federal Liberal Party. Lori Idlout shared with CBC News in an interview that she has made the decision not to join the Liberals despite...
Prime Minister Mark Carney is scheduled to embark on a trip to China next week, which will mark the first visit by a Canadian prime minister to the country since 2017. The Prime Minister's Office (PMO) announced that the...
The islands of Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao, collectively known as the ABC islands, are situated in the southern Caribbean's leeward Antilles, near Venezuela. These islands are renowned tourist spots celebrated for their beautiful beaches and vibrant cultures. However, following...
The Trump administration moved to take control of Venezuelan oil on Wednesday by seizing two sanctioned tankers transporting petroleum and announcing plans to ease some sanctions to oversee the global sale of Venezuela's oil. Following the removal of Venezuela's...
The recent release of over 3 million files and documents by the U.S. Justice Department has revealed Jeffrey Epstein's extensive connections with influential individuals worldwide. Among the revelations are Epstein's ties to figures such as former White House strategist...
A Toronto resident, identified as a key figure in money laundering activities connected to fugitive Ryan Wedding, allegedly attempted to flee to the Bahamas before his recent apprehension, as per U.S. prosecutors. It is claimed that the confiscation of...
Lindsey Vonn once again demonstrated her prowess as a top downhill racer in this Olympic season on Saturday. She clinched her second World Cup downhill victory in four races, showcasing her remarkable return to racing at the age of...
Nunavut's Member of Parliament stated that she currently has no intentions of switching to the federal Liberal Party. Lori Idlout shared with CBC News in an interview that she has made the decision not to join the Liberals despite...
Drake has launched his new album, aiming to captivate the world with its frozen theme, kicking off the campaign with a stunning visual display on Toronto's iconic CN Tower. The tower was illuminated in icy blue hues at 9:45...
Canadian telecommunications giant BCE, the parent company of Bell, has terminated several employees for breaching workplace attendance and remote work policies. However, allegations have surfaced suggesting that the terminations were unjust and aimed at avoiding severance payments. Bell's chief...
A distinctive molecule resembling a soccer ball shape is enhancing the understanding of stellar life cycles in deep space for scientists. After 15 years since the initial detection of "buckyballs" outside Earth, astronomers from Western University have revisited the...
Paralympians at the 2026 Milano Cortina Games have encountered challenges like skiing in slush, navigating sticky snowboarding areas, and coping with heat issues. They have described the conditions as challenging, extremely difficult, and brutal.
Athletes, including Kurt Oatway from Canada,...
The chief of staff to British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Morgan McSweeney, resigned on Sunday amidst controversy surrounding the appointment of Peter Mandelson as the United Kingdom's ambassador to the United States due to his connections with Jeffrey Epstein....
The CFL rules committee has proposed a new rule to eliminate tie games in the regular season. In the event of a tie after regulation time, teams would partake in a maximum of two overtime rounds starting at the...
Editor's note: In April, the White House announced sweeping tariffs to revitalize American manufacturing. But will production indeed return to U.S. soil as the Trump administration hopes? CGTN has launched a five-part "Return of American Manufacturing?" series to explore...
Tariffs are "for national security, to protect jobs and to fight unfair trade practices." Really? According to the latest polls, the vast majority of Americans neither support the government's tariff policy nor believe it will create jobs.
In reality,...