8 h. ago Nick Robertson shines, Dennis Hildeby, James Reimer busy in Maple Leafs pre

Don’t tell those Maple Leafs hopefuls toiling Saturday in Detroit it was a meaningless game to wrap the exhibition schedule. Winger Nick Robertson flew out of the gate, created his own breakaway and though stopped, he scored short-handed and buzzed the net consistently, playing 200-foot hockey in a 6-5 overtime loss. The battle for the […]

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16 h. ago Netanyahu hopes to announce the release of all hostages from Gaza ’in the coming days’

TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he hopes to announce the release of all hostages from Gaza “in the coming days,” as Israel and Hamas prepare for indirect talks in Egypt on Monday on a new U.S. plan to end the war. In a brief statement late Saturday, Netanyahu said […]

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18 h. ago Quebec LNG proposal not of ‘national interest’ at this point, says federal minister

Federal Energy Minister Tim Hodgson says it’s too early to say whether a liquefied natural gas facility pitched for Quebec meets the bar of being in the national interest.

Politics

19 h. ago Maple Leafs juggle exhibition, practice lines around Dennis Hildeby’s start

To be or not to Hildeby. That is the question, actually one of many, as the Maple Leafs embark on tonight’s final NHL exhibition game in Detroit ahead of Wednesday’s regular-season opener. Dennis Hildeby is expected to start in net, looking to extend a strong pre-season (a .944 save percentage in two games) and make […]

Culture

21 h. ago Germany Expects Slight GDP Growth This Year, Upswing From 2026

The German government is set to raise its economic forecasts, bringing official projections into line with those of the country’s leading research institutes, people familiar with the matter said on Saturday.

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21 h. ago Négos au point mort avec les médecins: la FMOQ réclame l'arbitrage

Les médecins de famille du Québec demandent au ministre du Travail de leur accorder le recours à l'arbitrage pour débloquer leurs négociations.

Events

21 h. ago Could a U.S. visa fee push tech workers to Canada? Here’s what you need to know

OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney says he sees an opening for Canada to attract global tech talent now that the United States is introducing a $100,000 fee for temporary visas for workers with specialized skills. But the Canadian tech sector typically sees a lot of migration to the U.S. among high-skill employees — and […]

Society

22 h. ago Japan likely to get its first female PM as ruling party picks new leader

Japan’s governing party on Saturday elected former Economic Security Minister Sanae Takaichi, a hard-line ultra-conservative and China hawk, as its new leader, making her likely to become the country’s first female prime minister. In a country that ranks poorly internationally for gender equality, the 64-year-old Takaichi makes history as the first female leader of Japan’s...

Politics

23 h. ago Israel to implement first phase of Trump plan to end Hamas war

Jerusalem is readying for “the immediate release of all hostages” from Gaza, Prime Minister Netanyahu's office announced

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23 h. ago Lorne Gunter: Stats, studies back Poilievre's call for tighter bail laws

Whenever someone like Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre suggests tightening up bail laws in Canada, someone else — a criminologist, prisoners’ rights advocate, Liberal cabinet minister — is quick to point out that crime fell 3.6 per cent across the country in 2024. For instance, last fall when Poilievre first suggested his “Jail, Not Bail” reforms […]

Events

24 h. ago What Mark Carney’s data breach tells us about the perils of insider threats

A junior bank employee didn't need malware or stolen password to reach the prime minister's records.

Transport

25 h. ago ‘Massive lift’: Toronto businesses, industry groups welcome Blue Jays playoff boost

TORONTO — As the Toronto Blue Jays prepare to host the New York Yankees in the first game of the American League Division Series on Saturday, local businesses and industry groups say they welcome the expected boost in tourism and consumer spending amid a tough year for the Canadian economy. The first-ever playoff meeting between […]

Economics

31 h. ago Massive fireworks show to light up Toronto skies for major festival next week

Toronto is gearing up for a huge celebration as Diwali - Festival of Lights returns to the city, complete with ethnic bites, a diverse lineup of vendors and artists, and, of course, an enormous fireworks display. This year, attendees can expect over 1,000 artists — both local and international — to grace the stage with live dance shows and musical performances. Although the international appearances are still under wraps, last year the festival featured Mumbai Troupers and Bollywood actor Omi Vaidya. So, if these appearances are anything to go by, then this year's special guests should be something to look forward to.Of course, a Diwali event also means an abundance of South Asian food. Street food vendors, such as Toronto Tikki Co. and Uncle Omelet, as well as fusion food vendors like Fukrey Indian Bistro and Streetside Munchies, will set up shop at this two-day festival.    View this post on Instagram     ...

Events

31 h. ago Le ministre responsable des Relations avec les Premières Nations et les Inuits répond aux As !

Le ministre responsable des Relations avec les Premières Nations, Ian Lafrenière, répond aux questions des As de l’info !

Politics

31 h. ago Les bulletins de la semaine à l’Assemblée nationale: au tour du ministre de la Santé Christian Dubé d’être hanté par une déroute informatique

Voici les élus ou les personnalités politiques qui se sont démarqués pour les bonnes ou les mauvaises raisons au cours de la dernière semaine.

Politics

31 h. ago Le ministre responsable des Relations avec les Premières Nations et les Inuits répond aux As!

Le ministre responsable des Relations avec les Premières Nations, Ian Lafrenière, répond aux questions des As de l’info!

Politics

34 h. ago 2025 count reveals sharp rise in homelessness in Okanagan, Shuswap

”In many communities it’s compounded by the toxic drug crisis, by residual impact of the pandemic,” said Housing Minister Christine Boyle.

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36 h. ago Blue Jays aren’t expecting a Kirk Gibson moment from injured Bo Bichette

Blue Jays manager John Schneider has long been an avid fan of the game and well-versed in some of Major League Baseball’s biggest post-season moments. With that in mind, his assessment of injured shortstop Bo Bichette’s chances of returning to action in the American League division series that begins on Saturday, was probably revealing. “I […]

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37 h. ago Metro Vancouver restaurants, bars keep pivoting as liquor strike continues

Some Metro Vancouver restaurants and bars have sent staff as far away as the Fraser Valley in search of specific products, in response to a public sector strike that has shut down the province's liquor distribution channels.

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38 h. ago More than $122M worth of illicit cannabis seized in eastern Ontario: police

OPP seize $122M in illicit cannabis on Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory; 10 charged in organized crime probe tied to environmental damage and land misuse.

Economics