5 hours ago No proof of ‘Havana syndrome’ foreign power link but still debates: report

Symptoms that include headaches, balance problems and difficulties with thinking and sleep were first reported in Cuba in 2016 — leading to the label “Havana Syndrome."

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97 minutes ago Canada, G7 leaders, denounce Venezuela’s suppression of political opposition

OTTAWA — Canada is joining its closest allies in denouncing Venezuela’s crackdown on democracy — the first G7 foreign policy statement since Canada began chairing the group this year. Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro was inaugurated Friday for a third six-year term, after a July election widely seen as illegitimate. Opposition leader Maria Corina Machado appeared […]

Politics

12 hours ago Higher learning: U of T’s new ‘timber tower’ to house schools of business, global affairs

The building design has won a Canadian Architect Award of Excellence

Society

3 hours ago Does new Evander Kane surgery signal a monster trade deadline for Edmonton Oilers?

This in from the Edmonton Oilers, news that Evander Kane had knee surgery this week, which will delay his return to the Edmonton Oilers: Said the Oilers in a statement: “Edmonton Oilers forward Evander Kane underwent successful knee surgery on Thursday in Edmonton. It is expected that he will require four to eight weeks of […]

Economics

3 hours ago Police investigating second fatal pedestrian collision in north Edmonton this week: EPS

For the second time this week, Edmonton police are investigating a fatal collision involving a pedestrian. Police in a release Friday that at approximately 8:10 p.m. on Wednesday, a 2004 Chevrolet Impala driven by a 21-year-old man was travelling south on 97 Street and approaching the intersection on 129 Avenue, when it struck a jaywalking […]

Events

6 hours ago US Supreme Court seems likely to uphold law that could force TikTok to shut down on Jan. 19

WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on Friday seemed likely to uphold a law that would ban TikTok in the United States beginning Jan. 19 unless the popular social media program is sold by its China-based parent company. Hearing arguments in a momentous clash of free speech and national security concerns, the justices seemed persuaded by […]

Technology

7 hours ago Oilers forward Evander Kane has knee surgery, current rehab put on hold

Edmonton Oilers forward Evander Kane, who was already out this season due to abdominal surgery last fall, has had his rehab put on hold because of knee surgery this week. The hard-checking winger underwent knee surgery on Thursday, according to a release from the Oilers Friday morning. While the surgery is unrelated to his prior […]

Science

81 minutes ago Supreme Court to weigh reinstating Obamacare care requirements struck down by lower court

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court agreed Friday to consider reinstating some preventative care coverage requirements under the Affordable Care Act that were struck down by a lower court. The federal government appealed to the high court after the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals sided with employers who argued they can’t be forced to […]

Transport

5 hours ago Beauty Buzz: Merit Flush Balm Cream Blush, Benefit Cosmetics Mighty Fine Brow Pen and Skinfix Eczema+ Hand Relief Cream

Three buzzed-about beauty products we tried this week.

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2 hours ago Carney Poised to Enter Race to Replace Trudeau as Canada’s Prime Minister

Former central banker Mark Carney is poised to announce that he’s jumping into the race to succeed Justin Trudeau as leader of the Liberal Party and Canadian prime minister.

Politics

9 hours ago Trump tax cuts, if made permanent, stand to benefit highest income earners, Treasury analysis shows

WASHINGTON (AP) — At the very top of Republicans’ 100-day agenda with President-elect Donald Trump in the White House and GOP lawmakers in a majority is the plan to renew some $4 trillion in expiring tax cuts. On Friday, the U.S. Treasury released a new analysis of the various ways that extending the expiring individual […]

Economics

7 hours ago Washington et Londres annoncent de nouvelles sanctions contre le pétrole et le gaz russes

La «flotte fantôme» de Moscou et les principales sociétés russes du secteur sont visées.

Events

13 hours ago The Supreme Court is considering a possible TikTok ban. Here’s what to know about the case

WASHINGTON (AP) — The law that could ban TikTok is coming before the Supreme Court on Friday, with the justices largely holding the app’s fate in their hands. The popular social media platform says the law violates the First Amendment and should be struck down. TikTok’s parent company is based in China, and the U.S. […]

Technology

6 hours ago New rules stop one of Toronto's coolest neighbourhoods from being turned to condos

The Toronto Preservation Board is celebrating some pretty big triumphs this week in the way of increased protections for some of the city's trendiest and most distinctive neighbourhoods.The Board, which helps oversee the proper implementation of the Ontario Heritage Act within city limits, has long been seeking heritage designations for areas like Kensington Market and West Queen West in the hopes that they can be safeguarded from eventually becoming faceless stretches of new development.And, while one is well on its way to that nomination, another was just formally recognized as such by local bylaw.Iconic Toronto neighbourhood finally closer to protection from major redevelopmenthttps://t.co/goBNxTdQla— blogTO (@blogTO) January 9, 2025As of the end of last month, the City has formally recognized West Queen West between Bathurst and Dufferin streets as a Heritage Conservation District, approving the West Queen West Heritage Conservation District Plan that has be...

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2 hours ago Judge holds Rudy Giuliani in contempt of court for continued lies about Georgia election workers

WASHINGTON — Rudy Giuliani was found in contempt of court Friday for the second time this week — by a second federal judge — for continuing to spread lies about two former Georgia election workers after a jury awarded the women a $148 million defamation judgment. U.S. District Judge Beryl Howell in Washington, D.C., found […]

Politics

11 hours ago Trump trying to distract from tariff costs with 51st state remarks, Trudeau says

Trudeau confirmed that Canada will respond with retaliatory measures

Economics

8 hours ago Trump est dispensé de peine après sa condamnation dans l’affaire Stormy Daniels

Cette condamnation pénale historique est «une honte pour le système», dénonce le président désigné des États-Unis.

Events

6 hours ago How far could Trump go using ‘economic force’ to try and annex Canada?

Experts look at possibilities, from tariffs to economic pain usually reserved for the U.S.'s worst enemies

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15 hours ago What goes into crafting retaliatory tariffs that can ‘inflict damage’?

Canada could impose retaliatory tariffs against the United States in response to Donald Trump's economic threat. Experts say they could target industries in Republican states.

Economics

8 hours ago Washington annonce de nouvelles sanctions contre le pétrole et le gaz russe

La «flotte fantôme» de Moscou et les principales sociétés russes du secteur sont visées.

Events

6 hours ago REVIEW: Robbie Williams’ ‘Better Man’ successfully turns pop star into a chimp

By Michael Andor Brodeur, The Washington Post The last time this reviewer was the target market for Robbie Williams, it didn’t go so well. In December of 1997, the British pop singer and former boy band sensation released his breakthrough hit “Angels,” or so I’m told. Like much of my generational cohort in the States, […]

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5 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

9 hours ago Trump dispensé de peine après sa condamnation dans l'affaire des paiements cachés à une star de la porno

Le président élu Donald Trump est dispensé de peine après sa condamnation dans l'affaire des paiements occultes à Stormy Daniels.

Events

9 hours ago Canadians now have to pay a fee to travel to the U.K. and here are the rules

Whether you're planning to see the Stonehenge or simply passing through, Canadians now have to pay a fee to travel to the U.K.Canadians must get an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) for any travel to the country after January 8.An ETA provides permission to travel to the U.K. and applies to travellers who don't need a visa to enter the U.K. It allows you to stay in the country for up to six months.Last year, the U.K. Home Office began rolling out the ETA scheme to digitize its borders by 2025.According to the U.K. Home Office, the ETA was introduced to improve U.K. border security. Applicants must provide their biographic, biometric, and contact details and answer some "suitability questions.""This will increase our knowledge about those seeking to come to the U.K. and prevent the arrival of those who present a threat," states a fact sheet.Global Affairs added that travellers must apply for an ETA before travelling or transiting through the U.K. and must use the passport they us...

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5 hours ago Provincial health plan coverage for primary care by nurse practitioners, midwives in 2026

Health minister said charging patients for those services isn't consistent with universal health care

Politics

13 hours ago Man convicted of deadly synagogue bombing in France not teaching at Carleton this semester

In the fall, Hassan Diab taught a course that referenced his own Canadian extradition case. Carleton said this week he no longer works there

Events

10 hours ago Donald Trump sur le point de recevoir sa peine dans l’affaire Stormy Daniels

Le futur président a falsifié les registres de son entreprise pour dissimuler un paiement à l’actrice pornographique.

Other

6 hours ago Are the Liberal leadership rules enough to mitigate foreign interference?

The Liberal Party has set new rules on who can vote in the leadership race. But some experts say it might not be enough to mitigate fears of foreign interference.

Politics

17 hours ago Japan’s Ishiba visiting Malaysia and Indonesia to strengthen defense and economic ties

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) — Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba is visiting Malaysia and Indonesia as part of an effort to strengthen defense and economic ties with Southeast Asia as China’s threat grows in the region. The visit, his first for bilateral talks outside of international meetings, shows Japan’s commitment to further those ties even […]

Events

15 hours ago Deachman: Deachman: From Trillium line to Trump — Ottawa's had a rollercoaster week

Jan. 6 was the key date in what promises to be a tumultuous period in Canada's capital.

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9 hours ago Biden levies new sanctions against Russian energy sector, but it’s up to Trump whether to keep them

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden’s administration announced Friday that it’s expanding sanctions against Russia’s critically important energy sector, unveiling a new effort to inflict pain on Moscow for its nearly 3-year-old war in Ukraine as President-elect Donald Trump gets set to return to office vowing to quickly end the conflict. The outgoing Democratic administration […]

Politics

23 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 […]

Events

16 hours ago US economy likely added 153,000 jobs last month, returning to normal after strike and hurricanes

WASHINGTON (AP) — Getting a clear view of the U.S. job market hasn’t been easy the past few months. Hurricanes and a big strike at Boeing threw off the October jobs numbers, pushing them down and setting up a payback rebound in November that likely exaggerated the strength of hiring. The December jobs numbers, out […]

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9 hours ago Mélanie Joly ne sera pas de la course à la succession de Justin Trudeau à la tête du PLC

Elle lorgnait le poste, mais ne veut pas laisser de côté le ministère des Affaires étrangères pour le retour de Trump.

Politics

23 hours ago Latest cheeky Penthouse sign gets Vancouver nightclub suspended from X

Benjamin Jackson's messages on the Penthouse marquee often go viral. This week, his swipe at Donald Trump's suggestion that Canada become the 51st state also landed the club a social media timeout

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9 hours ago Melanie Joly will not run for Liberal party leadership, CP source confirms

Mark Carney, Chrystia Freeland considered top candidates

Politics

24 hours ago Affaire Stormy Daniels: la Cour suprême refuse de repousser le prononcé de la peine de Donald Trump; il connaîtra sa sentence vendredi matin

Jeudi soir, la Cour suprême a refusé de repousser le prononcé de la peine de Donald Trump dans l’affaire Stormy Daniels.

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9 hours ago Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly not running for Liberal leadership: ‘I decided to put my country first’

Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc also announced this week that he would not be running for Trudeau's job

Politics

10 hours ago Chefferie du PLC: la ministre des Affaires étrangères Mélanie Joly renonce à se lancer dans la course

La ministre des Affaires étrangères Mélanie Joly renonce à se lancer dans la course à la succession de Justin Trudeau, indique une source au journal.

Politics

11 hours ago Liberals will get a new leader on March 9, tighten rules for who can vote

The Liberal party will announce its new leader on March 9, who will succeed Prime Minister Justin Trudeau after he said he plans to step down.

Politics

12 hours ago Provincial health plans to cover primary care by nurse practitioners: health minister

TORONTO — Federal Health Minister Mark Holland says provincial and territorial health plans will cover primary care provided by nurse practitioners, pharmacists and midwives. Holland says regulated health-care professionals who aren’t doctors will be able to bill the government for medically necessary services that would otherwise be provided by a physician. The minister says the […]

Politics

19 hours ago Ontario government is hiring for a bunch of jobs and here are some high

Searching for a new job can be an incredibly discouraging and daunting task, but with just a bit of specialized training or education, you could potentially be eligible for lots of open positions with the Government of Ontario right now. Whether you're an expert in your field or a fresh graduate looking to enter the job market, you'll most likely be able to find an open position on the provincial government's career page that matches your qualifications. From pharmacists to engineers and everything in between, here are just some of the jobs the provincial government is currently hiring for that pay above $70,000. Project Engineer The province's Ministry of Transportation is looking for a qualified engineer to join their team who can manage a variety of planning, preliminary, and detailed highway improvement projects. To qualify, you must be licensed with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO), have a valid class G driver's licence, and have a thorough kno...

Politics

23 hours ago Liberals will defend against foreign — and furry — interference in leadership vote

Prominent people are poking fun at the Liberals and their lax rules by registering their dogs

Politics

23 hours ago Mischievous critics register their pets as Liberals ahead of leadership vote

Prominent people are poking fun at the Liberals and their lax rules by registering their dogs

Politics