94 minutes ago Westheimer: Keeping students from political events undercuts their civic education

Early exposure to social movements can inspire students to become thoughtful, engaged citizens. But it isn’t easy to teach this well, and the role of educators is crucial.

Politics

5 hours ago Stunning $24 million Toronto mansion boasts outrageously fancy underground garage

There are a lot of things $24 million can buy, like an award-winning winery in Tuscany or Cristiano Ronaldo's car collection.It can also buy 80 Chestnut Park Rd., a jaw-dropping custom-built house tucked away on one of Rosedale's most prestigious streets.The four-bedroom, eight-bathroom house is listed for exactly $24,000,000. The foyer. The home, which was designed by Joe Brennan and Ann Johnston, has it all—and then some.The living room with custom Venetian plaster walls. Spanning over 10,000 square feet across four levels, this house is more like an estate than a home.The dining room. You'll notice that no detail has been spared from the moment you set foot inside.The open-concept kitchen and family room. From the custom millwork to the&n...

Economics

5 hours ago Fernando Valenzuela, whose feats for Dodgers fueled ’Fernandomania,’ dies at 63

LOS ANGELES — Fernando Valenzuela, the Mexican-born phenom for the Los Angeles Dodgers who inspired “Fernandomania” while winning the NL Cy Young Award and Rookie of the Year in 1981, has died. He was 63. The team said he died Tuesday night at a Los Angeles hospital, but did not provide the cause or other […]

Events

7 hours ago Maple Leafs’ response to lopsided loss will be crucial and other takeaways

On a night that the National Hockey League was calling the Frozen Frenzy with all 32 teams in action, the Maple Leafs were iced out. Our takeaways from the Leafs’ 6-2 loss in Columbus against the Blue Jackets on Tuesday night: RESPONSE IS KEY The Leafs put up little fight as the Jackets opened a […]

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10 hours ago Mount Logan Capital Inc. Schedules Release of Third Quarter 2024 Results

TORONTO, Oct. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Mount Logan Capital Inc. (CBOE: MLC) (“Mount Logan” or the “Company”) will release its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024 after market close on Thursday, November 7, 2024. The Company will host a conference call on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. Eastern […]

Economics

10 hours ago Altai Mourns the Passing of Chairman and President Niyazi Kacira, and Announces Election of the Board of Directors, Appointment of New Chairman and President, and Stock Option Grants

TORONTO, Oct. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Altai Resources Inc. (ATI, TSX VENTURE; US SEC Rule 12g3-2(b) File # 82-2950) (“Altai” or the “Company”) announces with great sadness the passing of its Chairman and President, Dr. Niyazi Kacira following a short illness. We extend our deepest sympathies to his family. The Board and the Altai […]

Politics

11 hours ago Toronto sports bar gets locked out by landlord and is asking the community for help

A Toronto sports bar that's a community staple is fighting back against a landlord that's trying to boot them out.An instant hit in Parkdale ever since opening its doors in 2022, Peaches Sports Bar is more than just a place to watch the game with your crew; it also just so happens to be one of the (if not the) only queer sports bars in Toronto, holding a safe space for 2SLGBTQ+ sports fans to cheer on their favourite teams.Of course, nearly everyone in the neighbourhood is a fan of Peaches, no matter which way you swing, thanks to their menu of ballpark classics done absolutely right (think hotdogs on housemade buns and crispy-edged smash burgers) and taps representing a slew of local breweries.The epitome of a community hub, Peaches' owners, Veronica and Anthony, seemed prime...

Sport

11 hours ago Toronto is about to get inundated with Taylor Swift themed events and pop

Alright, Swifties. The six Toronto Eras Tour shows are quickly approaching and it's time to start planning out your itinerary for all things Taylor Swift. Next month, Toronto will have a bit of everything from dance parties to bracelet making workshops and I've created a little guide.Here are some things Taylor Swift fans can do in Toronto over the next month.Toronto's Version: Taylgate '24This is the ultimate Swiftie event. The Taylgate is a take-over experience down the street from Rogers Centre that will feature music, dancing, bracelet making and more during the Eras Tour show dates. When: Nov. 14 – 16 and 21 – 23 from 1 p.m. to 11 p.m.Where: Metro Toronto Convention Centre North Building, 255 Front StCost: $55 ...

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11 hours ago Real Unveils Real Wallet: Empowering Agents with Exceptional Financial Flexibility

Unique product offering taps into an agent’s complete earnings picture to provide more financial freedom, while positioning Real at the forefront of merging fintech with real estate TORONTO & NEW YORK — The Real Brokerage Inc. (NASDAQ: REAX), a technology platform reshaping real estate for agents, home buyers and sellers, today launched Real Wallet, a […]

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12 hours ago Purpose Investments Inc. Announces Risk Rating Change for NVIDIA (NVDA) Yield Shares Purpose ETF

TORONTO, Oct. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Purpose Investments Inc. (“Purpose”) announced today that it has changed the risk rating for NVIDIA (NVDA) Yield Shares Purpose ETF (the “Fund”) from “medium-to-high” to “high”. Such change is a result of the risk rating methodology mandated by the Canadian Securities Administrators and the periodic review by Purpose […]

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