6 hours ago Toronto shelter workers say holidays difficult time for refugee claimants

Workers on the front line of Toronto’s homeless crisis say the holiday season has been tough for those living on the streets, as colder temperatures set in along with feelings of isolation. “Whether you’re a newcomer and it’s your first Christmas away from the family, whether you’re Canadian-born and your family is still far away […]

Society

7 hours ago Health Canada recalls stuffed animal toys on Christmas Eve over choking risk

Health Canada issued a recall on Christmas Eve for 120 units of Mother and Baby plush toys sold by Chantia Sales, a Toronto-based retail supplier.

Culture

8 hours ago A baby froze to death overnight in Gaza as Israel and Hamas trade accusations of ceasefire delays

JERUSALEM (AP) — A baby girl froze to death overnight in Gaza, while Israel and Hamas accused each other of complicating ceasefire efforts that could wind down the 14-month war. The 3-week old baby was the third to die from the cold in Gaza’s tent camps in recent days, said doctors. The deaths underscore the […]

Events

11 hours ago Video shows the moment Azerbaijan Airlines with 67 people onboard crashed near airport

Some of the videos posted on social media showed survivors dragging fellow passengers away from the wreckage of the plane

Events

13 hours ago 1 dead in Scarborough house fire, another critical after Toronto blaze

One male is dead following a house fire overnight in Scarborough while an elderly woman was critically hurt in a separate blaze in Toronto. Toronto Police said on social media site X that officers were called to Birchmount Rd. and Hwy. 401 at 2:39 a.m. for a “large house fire.” Police said a man was […]

Events

16 hours ago Oasis, Coldplay, Metallica, Jack White top 2025 music tours stopping in Toronto

Music will soothe the savage breast — and may even awaken it — given that the top tours coming to Toronto in 2025 include an Oasis reunion, with the battling Gallagher brothers, Liam and Noel, back together. Here are the top 10 highlights of next year’s concert scene in Toronto: Jack White, Feb. 6, History; […]

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