Wednesday's top stories in 10 minutes

Iran's Revolutionary Guard fires on 3 ships the Strait of Hormuz.  International Criminal Court rejects appeal from the Philippines former President Rodrigo Duterte.  Ukraine resumes pumping Russian oil to Hungary and Slovakia following approval of a 90 billion euro EU loan. Mark Carney's Liberals will move to take control of House of Commons committees with newly secured majority.  Despite backtracking on purchase of $29 million private jet, Ontario Premier Doug Ford questioned about aircraft's purpose.  It's Earth Day! New underwater drone footage from Lake Huron reveals what researchers call a fish city near a nuclear plant. 

Canadian woman shot dead, another Canadian and 12 other people injured in shooting at Teotihuacán pyramids outside Mexico City. A crucial ceasefire between US and Iran hangs in the balance as uncertainty surrounds second round of talks in Pakistan. Russia claims it has taken 1700 square kilometres of Ukrainian territory since the start of this year. Marineland requesting $10M-$20M federal loan to export belugas from Niagara Falls, Ontario to US. Harper-era cabinet ministers, former premiers, industry stakeholders on Prime Minister Mark Carney's new Canada-U.S. trade advisory council. Saskatchewan residents protest plan to build one of Canada's largest AI data centres. King Charles calls for peace and unity on the 100th birthday of his late mother Queen Elizabeth. 

Iran threatens retaliation after accusing the United States of violating ceasefire agreement.  Israel’s military issues no-go orders for 50 towns and villages in Southern Lebanon, deepening its footprint.  Statistics Canada says the annual rate of inflation jumped more than half a percentage point to 2.4 per cent in March.  What you need to know about flooding in northeastern Ontario and Quebec.  Defence Minister David McGuinty says Canadian Armed Forces has reached highest recruitment intake in more than 30 years.  Governor General Mary Simon to deliver keynote address at United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues.  Car rental giant Enterprise accuses BC couple of filling tank with diesel instead of gas, send bill for almost $10,000. 

Trump issues ultimatum as Iran’s chief negotiator warns of "major differences" in talks. Federal fuel tax holiday begins tomorrow, but experts warn price relief may be invisible. States of emergency and washouts as record rain and snowmelt trigger major flooding in Ontario and Quebec. Premier Ford grounds the "gravy plane" just days after its purchase. UK's Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing renewed scrutiny over the appointment of Peter Mandelson as Foreign Office shifts blame.  North Korea launches multiple missiles as Japan issues a formal protest. Virtual fencing tech is revolutionizing Canadian ranching by using GPS collars and smartphone apps.

Reports of gunfire in the Strait of Hormuz after Iran reverses reopening. French peacekeeper killed in southern Lebanon attack; Macron blames Hezbollah. White House grants new Russian oil waivers to cool soaring energy prices. Kenneth Law murder charges dropped in suicide abetting plea deal. The Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations is facing scrutiny from its members after the federal government asks for its money back. Canadian Helium industry sees middle east war an opportunity to develop production capacities within the country. The Toronto Raptors are back in the post-season for the first time in four years. 

Oil prices plunge as Iran and the U.S. declare the Strait of Hormuz open; meanwhile, a million displaced people begin a perilous return to southern Lebanon. Keir Starmer welcomes the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz but warns a permanent international mission is still needed to keep the global economy from being "held to ransom." Myanmar frees former president Win Myint as part of a New Year amnesty for more than 4,500 prisoners. A US-Mexico labour panel rules against Canadian-owned gold mine in Mexico for violating workers' rights.  Federal Justice Minister Sean Fraser is worried about the increasing use of the Charter's 'notwithstanding clause'. Ontario Court of Appeal considers overturning law prohibiting class-action suits against province's Children's Aid Societies.

Middle East Peace Talks: conflicting reports on whether Israeli and Lebanese leaders will speak today, no date for another round of negotiations with Iran.  Pope Leo blasts global leaders favouring war over peace, saying the world is "being ravaged ​by a handful ​of tyrants."  Veteran Canadian military police officer suing Ottawa and US gun-maker SIG Sauer, alleges injury from faulty pistol ended his career.  Imperial Oil apologizes for a pipeline spill near Cold Lake, Alberta.  Canada Real estate association slashes 2026 forecast as high rates stall the spring market.  Ontario flood victims describe "unbelievably fast" rising waters as states of emergency are declared. The Canada Revenue Agency mistakenly approved a $5 million refund to BC businesswoman. 

Canada commits $120 million to help the people of Sudan as civil war enters its fourth year.  US President Donald Trump tells Fox News the war in Iran is very close to over.  Trump lashes out at Pope Leo again on social media.  CBC News has confirmed some major Canadian food suppliers are getting ready to implement fuel surcharges.  Critics slam Ontario's plan to expand jails and increase capacity by more than 60%  How Canadian Rangers spent 52 days patrolling the Northwest Passage. 

Federal Liberals win all three by-elections to give Prime Minister Mark Carney a majority government. Carney government announces temporary suspension of federal tax on gas and diesel fuel until Labour Day. Ambassadors from Lebanon and Israel expected to hold first direct talks in decades today in Washington. International Monetary Fund lays out 3 global scenarios based on length of the war in Iran... All involve higher energy prices.Alberta's nursing union calls on AB Premier Danielle Smith to speed up plans for weapon detectors in hospitals. Australian actress Ruby Rose accuses Katy Perry of sexual assault, which singer denies. CBC News secret-shoppers uncover Loblaw, Sobeys still overcharging customers for underweight meat. 

Voters head to polls in 3 federal by-elections that could give Prime Minister Mark Carney a majority Liberal government.Deadline passes for U.S. to begin blockade of Strait of Hormuz for ships that use Iranian ports.US President Donald Trump says he doesn't like Pope Leo, accusing the head of the Catholic Church of being soft on crime, and very Liberal.Peter Magyar takes over as Hungary's new Prime Minister after 16 years of Viktor Orban rule.Presidential elections in Peru extended by a day for some voters in Lima and abroad.Shoppers Drug Mart customer says she was given wrong medication at pharmacy and ended up in emergency room.