3 hours ago Ontario's remaining winter weather could be all over the place as La Niña arrives

Buckle up, because Ontario's weather is set to take a wild ride as La Niña makes its presence felt through the winter.According to a new report from The Weather Network, this year's winter is shaping up to be completely different from the mild conditions we saw last season, thanks to the arrival of a climate pattern called La Niña.The pattern occurs when water temperatures around the equator in the eastern Pacific Ocean come in around 0.5 degrees C colder than normal for a few months in a row, which can influence weather systems worldwide.The U.S. Climate Prediction Center (CPC) indicates a 60 per cent chance that a weak La Niña will persist throughout the rest of winter, although there is a chance that we'll revert back to more neutral conditions in time for spring.La Niña conditions are officially here—and they're likely to stick around for the rest of the winter. https://t.co/7WVUGOOA4A— The Weather Network (@weathernetwork) January 10, 202...

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2 hours ago P.E.I. oyster farmers fear without government help, MSX parasite will kill industry

CHARLOTTETOWN — Prince Edward Island’s oyster industry is calling for more research and government action as a parasite spreads in the province’s waters, threatening the world-renowned export. Oyster farmers are worried the parasite multinucleate sphere unknown — also known as MSX — will destroy the industry, which has sustained their families for generations, Bob MacLeod, […]

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5 hours ago Alberta NDP criticizes UCP government over potential school support worker strike

CUPE Local 3550 president Mandy Lamoureux has said the average educational support worker in Alberta earns $34,500 per year.

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21 hours ago Tony Luck: Premier Eby has the responsibility and tools to call for a full public inquiry into the North Shore Wastewater Treatment Plant boondoggle

Opinion: It’s time for the provincial government to call for a full, independent public inquiry under the supervision of the inspector of municipalities, who has sweeping powers to investigate financial mismanagement.

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2 hours ago Traffic along key Toronto artery to worsen drastically thanks to contentious development

If Toronto's gridlock is unbearable enough to make more than half of residents consider moving away as it is now, it's hard to imagine how bad it will be in the years to come as the city expands at record pace.Projections show that congestion could worsen by some 75 per cent by the 2040s depending on what measures are (or, in the region's case, more likely aren't) taken.And while rush-hour commuters may eventually end up having to slow to below 20km/h for drives along our 400-series highways, there is another route that has been highlighted as a future pain point for drivers.Ontario expects GTA traffic to get so bad that highways will crawl below 20 km/hhttps://t.co/2EmauxG7vD— blogTO (@blogTO) August 19, 2024Lake Shore Boulevard, currently experiencing even more brutal delays than usual due to the ongoing rehabilitation of the parallel Gardiner Expressway, will apparently see traffic worsen by 23 to 40 per cent in less than a decade, all owing to...

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3 hours ago ‘L.A. was on fire and everything changed’: Sask. residents evacuate amid blaze

As fires take over the Los Angeles area, some Saskatchewan residents have been forced to flee.

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5 hours ago ‘A reality that I face’: Two Coutts protesters face jail for part in 2022 blockade

One of the men addressed the court, offering an apology for the residents of Milk River and Coutts and for the stress the blockade caused

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6 hours ago B.C. health officials urge residents to take precautions as respiratory infections rise

'We are seeing a lot of illness at the moment," says Dr. Jennifer Vines, interim medical director for public health response at the B.C. CDC.

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5 hours ago 'Beyond words': Historic Inglewood building headed for demolition, tenants struggle to find alternative housing

The impending demolition of a century-old building in Calgary’s oldest neighbourhood has left tenants scrambling to find alternative housing by the end of the month. The 114-year-old Gresham Block building in Inglewood is set for demolition, according to a notice to terminate residential tenancy obtained by Postmedia from a current Gresham Block resident. “The demolition […]

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2 hours ago Jesse Kline: It is embarrassing to call Elon Musk’s tweets election interference

Putting the tech billionaire in the same category as China and Russia does a disservice to attempts to thwart actual election meddling

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27 hours ago KKR and PSP Investments Acquire Minority Stake in Two American Electric Power Transmission Companies

Investment to support modernization of infrastructure and increased reliability Strategic partnership comes as need for reliable power soars in the U.S. NEW YORK — Today, investment funds managed by KKR, a leading global investment firm, and the Public Sector Pension Investment Board (“PSP Investments”), one of Canada’s largest pension investors, announced an agreement to acquire […]

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26 hours ago Man pleads guilty in failed ransom plot that may have been linked to $240M crypto heist

HARTFORD, Conn. — A Florida man pleaded guilty Thursday in connection with the carjacking and kidnapping of a Connecticut couple, in what authorities called a failed ransom plot that may have been linked to a $240 million cryptocurrency heist. Michael Rivas, 19, of Miami, was one of six men arrested after a series of events […]

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2 hours ago In Hottest Year Ever, US Homes Used a Record Amount of Power to Keep Cool

While artificial intelligence has attracted scrutiny for energy use, the residential sector is far and away the biggest power suck — and it’s set to grow as the planet heats up.

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6 hours ago Nova Scotia shaken from 5 intimate partner killings since October. Here’s what we know

Since October, five women have been killed in Nova Scotia by a male partner, police in the province say. Advocates are calling for action now.

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10 hours ago Samsung Bioepis and Teva Enter into a Strategic Partnership for Commercialization of EPYSQLI® (eculizumab

Marks a step forward in broadening treatment options for patients with paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH), atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome (aHUS) and generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG) in the U.S. Partnership supports Teva’s Pivot to Growth strategy and adds to its broad biosimilar portfolio INCHEON, Korea and TEL AVIV, Israel, Jan. 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Samsung […]

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24 hours ago Stranded Montreal Statcare patients offered alternative health care site

A week of uncertainty before Christmas culminated with the closure of the Statcare clinic, leaving residents who had relied on it for medical help left without an option.

Science

9 hours ago Venezuela latest: Nicolas Maduro to be inaugurated for a third term, defying evidence of fraud

CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) — Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro will be sworn in for a third six-year term Friday despite international condemnation of his recent reelection as illegitimate, as his administration grows increasingly brazen in cracking down on opponents. While his supporters are expected to rally, it is unclear whether opponents will head to the streets […]

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3 hours ago CUPE Ontario and OMW Join AMO’s, Municipalities’ Calls to Deal With Human and Financial Costs of Ontario’s Homelessness Crisis

TORONTO — In response to the report “Municipalities under pressure: The human and financial cost of Ontario’s homelessness crisis,” released by the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, CUPE Ontario and its Ontario Municipal Workers committee (OMW) issued the following statement: With both a federal and provincial election in the offing, CUPE Ontario and OMW recognize […]

Politics

29 hours ago Support staff at Edmonton Public Schools, Sturgeon Public School Division serving strike notice: CUPE

Last month, CUPE 3550 members voted to reject a wage increase offer from the dispute inquiry board.

Society

27 hours ago Calgary police investigate another case of church vandalism in the city

The Calgary police arson unit has been called in to help investigate after a molotov cocktail was thrown through the window of a church early Thursday morning (Jan. 9, 2025).

Economics

42 hours ago Huge tent next to Toronto landmark may finally come down after a decade

A massive tent that has stood south of St. Lawrence Market for almost a decade could finally be removed this year.The large tent at 125 The Esplanade has served as a temporary replacement space hosting the farmer's market that was housed in the former St. Lawrence Market North building at 92 Front Street East, and has remained in place while the site is redeveloped with a modern building.Approaching the ten-year anniversary of the temporary market's opening and a quarter century since plans for the new market were first conceived, construction is finally wrapping up on the new North Market building, a glittering $128 million landmark at the northwest corner of Front and Jarvis.Toronto's stunning new $128 million landmark now just months from openinghttps://t.co/OMgZzOObgr— blogTO (@blogTO) November 20, 2024The five-storey structure — designed by U.K.-based architects Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners working alongside local firm Adamson Associates Architects — will h...

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6 hours ago Shadow fleet of tankers keeps Russia’s oil money flowing despite Western sanctions

FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — The Group of Seven democracies have sought to crimp Russia’s oil export earnings that help fund the war against Ukraine. But Western governments and sanctions experts say Moscow has resorted to using a so-called shadow fleet of hundreds of aging tankers of uncertain ownership and safety practices that are dodging sanctions […]

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11 hours ago Constellation Brands Reports Third Quarter Fiscal 2025 Financial Results

ROCHESTER, N.Y., Jan. 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Constellation Brands, Inc. (NYSE: STZ), a leading beverage alcohol company, reported today its third quarter fiscal 2025 financial results. A conference call to discuss the financial results and outlook will be hosted by President and Chief Executive Officer, Bill Newlands, and Chief Financial Officer, Garth Hankinson, on […]

Culture

9 hours ago Venezuela latest: Nicolas Maduro inaugurated for a third term, defying evidence of fraud

CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) — Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro was sworn in for a third six-year term Friday despite international condemnation of his recent reelection as illegitimate, as his administration grows increasingly brazen in cracking down on opponents. While Maduro’s supporters were rallying, his opponents were expected to head to the streets after aides to a […]

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3 hours ago Puerto Rico natural resources chief shelves investigation targeting governor’s in

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Puerto Rico’s new natural resources secretary has shelved an investigation into allegations of illegal construction in a protected area on the island’s southwest coast, sparking an outcry. The administrative order published late Thursday comes after Gov. Jenniffer Gonzalez, who was sworn in last week, called the investigation that began […]

Politics

30 hours ago Jamie Sarkonak: The University of Alberta said it was ending DEI. That was a lie

Despite the 'access, community and belonging' rebrand, the school still uses diversity statements and supports identity-based hiring

Society

31 hours ago Michael Murphy: Britain’s mass child rape horror and the price of not being called racist

Thanks to Elon Musk, the grooming gangs scandal is finally getting the outrage it deserves

Economics

35 hours ago GURU Organic Energy to Report Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2024 Results

MONTREAL, Jan. 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — GURU Organic Energy Corp. (TSX: GURU) (“GURU” or the “Company”), Canada’s leading organic energy drink brand1, will report its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended October 31, 2024 on Thursday, January 23, 2025, before markets open. Management will hold a conference call to discuss […]

Culture

14 hours ago Manque de médecins: un maire interdit à ses habitants de tomber malades

Un arrêté municipal interdit aux résidents d'un village italien de tomber malades en raison d’une grave pénurie de médecins.

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24 hours ago JUST LIKE JUSTIN: Ghost of Trudeau will haunt Liberals in next election, Poilievre says

Conservative Leader calls on Prime Minister to skip leadership race and call snap election

Politics

30 hours ago Jamie Sarkonak: The University of Alberta said it was ending DEI. That’s not true

Despite the 'access, community and belonging' rebrand, the school still uses diversity statements and supports identity-based hiring

Society

15 hours ago Incendies de Los Angeles: un ordre d’évacuation envoyé par erreur sème la panique

Un ordre d’évacuation envoyé par erreur jeudi dans tout le comté de Los Angeles a semé la panique et provoqué la colère des résidents.

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30 hours ago Pickering mayor calls for apology after new video from renegade councillor

Lisa Robinson posted a new video calling out the mayor, CAO

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24 hours ago Poilievre says Trudeau’s exit won’t shift election focus from carbon price

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre again demanded that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau call a national election instead of proroging Parliament.

Politics

32 hours ago Schools cancel classes, flights grounded across Southern U.S. as another burst of winter storms move in

DALLAS — Another blast of winter storms in the U.S. on Thursday closed schools, snarled flights and put millions of residents across the South under warnings of snow and freezing rain that could cause dangerous travel conditions. Texas schools cancelled classes for more than 1 million students before the arrival of frigid and icy weather […]

Society

21 hours ago Jury hears 911 call from daughter charged in mom 's death: 'She attacked me'

There was no mistaking the urgency and panic in Barbara Cabala’s voice. “I need your help. I’m really in trouble,” she said to the first 911 operator with whom she connected on July 7, 2021. “My mom attacked me and I tried to defend myself and I don’t think she’s breathing right now.” Cabala was […]

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45 hours ago Calgary releases preferred option after study into rail service to airport

Full findings from Calgary Airport Rail Connection Study will be made public later this quarter, and will be shared with the Government of Alberta to support its rail plans.

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30 hours ago Elections B.C. looks at B.C. Conservative complaint of improper voting at drug facility

Rustad says other alleged irregularities include voting by non-citizens and non-residents of specific ridings, and he wants assurances for B.C. voters that "it's only Canadian citizens who are voting."

Politics

21 hours ago Jury hears 911 call from daughter charged in mom's death: 'She attacked me'

There was no mistaking the urgency and panic in Barbara Cabala’s voice. “I need your help. I’m really in trouble,” she said to the first 911 operator with whom she connected on July 7, 2021. “My mom attacked me and I tried to defend myself and I don’t think she’s breathing right now.” Cabala was […]

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46 hours ago Disabled Edmontonian’s closest parking during residential ban 5.6 km away: ‘Not very reasonable’

A disabled north Edmonton resident is calling for more thought to be put into residential parking bans, as her options to comply with the rules feel as limited as her mobility is.

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30 hours ago Elections B.C. looks at B.C. Conservative complaint of improper voting at recovery facility

Rustad says other alleged irregularities include voting by non-citizens and non-residents of specific ridings, and he wants assurances for B.C. voters that "it's only Canadian citizens who are voting."

Politics

22 hours ago Canadian military, firefighters ready to join Los Angeles wildfire battle

Canada’s emergency preparedness minister says Canadian military personnel, their equipment and another 250 firefighters stand “ready to support our American neighbours” as wildfires devastate parts of Southern California. Harjit Sajjan says in a social media post that “Team Canada, with Ontario, Quebec and Alberta, is ready to deploy 250 firefighters, aircraft equipment and other resources […]

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42 hours ago Une élection sans climat, ou l’urgence d’agir face à l’indifférence politique

Si nous souhaitons un avenir supportable, il est impératif que l’environnement devienne une priorité.

Politics

23 hours ago ’Pizzagate’ gunman killed by police in North Carolina after traffic stop

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. — A man who fired a gun inside a restaurant in the nation’s capital after a fake online conspiracy theory called “Pizzagate” motivated him to do so nearly a decade ago was shot and killed by North Carolina police during a weekend traffic stop. Edgar Maddison Welch was a passenger in a vehicle […]

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45 hours ago Puerto Rico’s new governor appoints an energy czar to tackle the island’s power crisis

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Puerto Rico’s new governor appointed a so-called energy czar on Wednesday to help pull the U.S. territory out of a power-supply crisis. The nomination of Josue Colon comes days after a massive blackout hit the island, leaving nearly all its 3.2 million inhabitants in the dark as they prepared […]

Politics

23 hours ago How the wildfires in Los Angeles area could affect California’s home insurance market

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — The wildfires that destroyed homes in multiple sections of the Los Angeles area will test California’s efforts to stabilize the state’s insurance marketplace after many insurers stopped issuing residential policies due to the high fire risk. The wind-driven blazes that started Tuesday roared through neighborhoods from the Pacific Coast inland to […]

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25 hours ago Encampment in Edmonton river valley had generators, power tools: police

A homeless encampment cleared from Edmonton’s river valley this week contained generators and multiple power tools, police say. Police and park rangers discovered the encampment in the Fulton Creek area Monday and began dismantling it, an Edmonton Police Service spokesperson said in an email. The site included a camp with “multiple structures” made from building […]

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25 hours ago Incendies à Los Angeles: de Paris Hilton à Billy Crystal, plusieurs célébrités ont perdu leur maison

Paris Hilton, Billy Crystal, Anthony Hopkins et plusieurs autres ont vu leur résidence détruite par les flammes.

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27 hours ago L.A. Mayor Karen Bass blasted by celebs, residents over ‘embarrassing’ response to devastating wildfires

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is facing all kinds of heat and calls to step down as wildfires rage and ravage the city. The 71-year-old Democrat took part in a press conference on Wednesday, after returning from a trip to Ghana, where at one point, she refused to answer an Irish reporter’s questions. Despite receiving […]

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28 hours ago The King Center, EVERFI, and NFL Launch ‘Nonviolence for Social Change’ Educational Resource for Youth

Atlanta, GA., Jan. 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The King Center, in collaboration with EVERFI and with generous support from the National Football League (NFL) and its Inspire Change social justice campaign, is proud to introduce “Nonviolence for Social Change,” a free digital lesson. This powerful addition to EVERFI’s 306: Black History – Continuing the Story […]

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28 hours ago Everton fires manager Sean Dyche hours before a game in first big call by new American owners

In the first big call by its new American owners, Everton fired manager Sean Dyche on Thursday just a few hours before the struggling Premier League team was due to play an FA Cup match. Everton made the move with the team two points above the relegation zone and having won just one of its […]

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32 hours ago Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard leaves team before game to be with family as wildfires ravage LA area

Kawhi Leonard left the Los Angeles Clippers in Denver on Wednesday to be with his family in Los Angeles after they were evacuated from their Pacific Palisades home because of wildfires. “You definitely have to take care of home … Totally had my support 100%,” Clippers coach Tyronn Lue said. “Going back, checking on his […]

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37 hours ago Public awareness raised in Nova Scotia after killings linked to intimate partner violence

Nova Scotia's justice minister says the provincial government is working to increase awareness about support for those experiencing intimate partner violence. 

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37 hours ago Public awareness being increased in N.S. after killings linked to intimate partner violence

Nova Scotia's justice minister says the provincial government is working to increase awareness about support for those experiencing intimate partner violence. 

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45 hours ago New Orleans hires former NY police czar amid investigations into security

NEW ORLEANS — New Orleans Police Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick said she had hired former New York Police Commissioner William J. Bratton as a consultant during a tense city council meeting Wednesday as officials and residents sought answers over security lapses after a terror attack that killed 14 people in the French Quarter. Kirkpatrick also told […]

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