51 minutes ago Here's how to get tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup games in Toronto

The ticket-buying process for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada, the U.S.A., and Mexico has begun.That includes games in Canada's two host cities, Vancouver and Toronto, as well as the other 14 host cities in the United States and Mexico.On Thursday, FIFA began inviting fans to place "priority access" deposits for "front-of-the-line access to hospitality packages." These are ticket-inclusive packages offering "premium seating that includes food and beverage." Think private suites, shared lounges, and other high-end experiences.Deposits cost US$500 per person (nearly $700 in Canadian dollars) and are fully refundable.This process is separate from general ticket sales, which are expected to begin next year via a lottery. Fans can register their interest for tickets to the 2026 World Cup v...

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80 minutes ago Person forced into vehicle, assaulted, driven against their will: Police

A Tillsonburg resident is facing multiple charges after a person was forced into a vehicle, assaulted and driven against their will in St. Thomas, police say. According to a St. Thomas police news release, a 911 call was received just after 4:30 a.m. on Thursday regarding an individual forced into a vehicle and assaulted. Through […]

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91 minutes ago Abaxx Announces Closing of C$2.1 Million First Tranche of Strategic Financing

/NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO UNITED STATES NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES/ TORONTO, Nov. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Abaxx Technologies Inc. (CBOE CA:ABXX) (“Abaxx” or the “Company”), a financial software and market infrastructure company, majority shareholder of Abaxx Singapore Pte Ltd., the owner of Abaxx Commodity Exchange and Clearinghouse (individually, “Abaxx […]

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1 hour ago National security adviser finds no evidence linking Modi to criminal activity in Canada

India's external affairs minister and national security adviser also cleared

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2 hours ago NEO Battery Materials Appoints Prominent South Korean Attorney, Mr. Seok Hyung Lee, as New Director and Announces Battery Board Transition Initiative

TORONTO, Nov. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NEO Battery Materials Ltd. (“NEO” or the “Company”) (TSXV: NBM) (OTC: NBMFF), a low-cost silicon anode materials developer that enables longer-running, rapid-charging lithium-ion batteries, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Seok Hyung Lee as a new independent director of the Company and the South Korean subsidiary, […]

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2 hours ago Oil & Gas Virtual Investor Conference: Presentations Now Available for Online Viewing

Company Executives Share Vision and Answer Questions Live at VirtualInvestorConferences.com NEW YORK, Nov. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Virtual Investor Conferences, the leading proprietary investor conference series, today announced the presentations from the Oil & Gas Virtual Investor Conference, held November 21st are now available for online viewing. REGISTER NOW AT: The company presentations […]

Culture

3 hours ago The Canada Post strike: A perfect storm for Calgary’s vulnerable families

The holiday season is a time for generosity, joy and connection. But this year, for families facing an affordability crisis in Calgary, it’s a time of profound uncertainty. As temperatures drop and utility bills soar, already tight budgets are stretched past the breaking point. Combined with the increased cost of living, the holidays bring added […]

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3 hours ago Ottawa not aware of evidence linking Modi to criminal activity in Canada

A senior official says the Canadian government is not aware of any evidence linking Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to alleged criminal activity in Canada.

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6 hours ago Former Caisse executives took part in Indian bribery scheme, U.S. officials allege

“This indictment alleges schemes to pay over US$250 million in bribes to Indian government officials, to lie to investors and banks to raise billions of dollars, and to obstruct justice,” deputy assistant attorney general Lisa H. Miller said.

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6 hours ago Brand Empowerment Helps Guangxi’s Agricultural Products Enter Domestic and International Markets

NANNING, China, Nov. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — On November 9th, the Liubao Tea Promotion Event with the theme of “Liubao Tea Shines in China” was unveiled at the 2024 Guangxi International Agricultural Expo. Tea industry practitioners from all over the country gathered together to share their experience and new opportunities for the development of […]

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