1 hour ago Charting the Global Economy: US Jobs Data Eases Pressure on Fed

Fresh US jobs figures took pressure off the Federal Reserve to consider an interest-rate cut later this month, likely leaving the central bank on hold at least until the fall.

Culture

3 h. ago OPEC+ to Further Accelerate Supply Boost With Larger August Hike

OPEC+ will increase production even more rapidly than expected next month, as the group led by Saudi Arabia seeks to capitalize on strong summer demand in its move to reclaim market share.

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7 h. ago You can now get a version of Chili's viral Triple Dipper in Toronto

People in Toronto have been lining up for hours to get a bite of the city's latest viral sensation, but it beats a trip across the border.If you've been on the internet — TikTok specifically — anytime in the past three months, there's a very good chance that U.S. chain Chili's viral Triple Dipper has graced your For You Page.A gluttonous monstrosity featuring sliders, chicken tenders, and enormous mozzarella sticks, all priced at around $17.99 USD, the platter has been tried, reviewed and obsessed over by thousands of social media users to date.However, Torontonians eager to try the concoction have been left with only three options: head to one of the chain's handful of locations in Alberta, cross the border for it, or get comfortable with the reality that you'll never experience its epic cheese pull for yourself.Those were the only three options, rather, until Scarborough's Slider Station deci...

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7 h. ago This Toronto home for sale hasn't changed hands for half a century

The last time 13 Cliff St. was up for sale, it was 1975.Canada had just switched to the metric system. Wearing a seatbelt had only recently become law in Ontario. And the CN Tower? Freshly finished and not yet surrounded by condos.A lot has changed in the last 50 years — but step inside this three-bedroom, two-bathroom bungalow, and it feels like time hit pause somewhere around the era of disco and Tang.The dining room. There's muted linoleum flooring in nearly every room, honey oak trim throughout, and original millwork galore.The foyer. Miraculously, no popcorn ceilings — so, you win some, you lose some.The kitchen. In short, this place is going to need some updating.The family room with exposed brick walls. But if you can look past the aggressively '70s aesthetic, 13 Cliff St. has a lot going for it.The basement kitchen. For starters, it sits on a rare double lot and boasts a finished basement with a separate entrance, second...

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8 h. ago RODEO NOTES: Langdon cowgirl wins historic first run of breakaway roping at Calgary Stampede

'I don't think I'll ever forget this day,' says Alberta's Shelby Boisjoli-Meged of fastest run in event's first-ever performance at GMC Stadium.

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10 h. ago Les Alouettes en mission pour amorcer la pause avec une fiche de 4

La tâche ne sera cependant pas mince, avec la visite des Lions de la Colombie-Britannique.

Society

11 h. ago Bell: A fiery Danielle Smith on fighting when Alberta is punched in the face

"If you ask me to be a wimp and a pushover, the answer is No," says Alberta Premier Danielle Smith

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12 h. ago Federal Minister planning to table First Nations water bill despite opposition from Alberta and Ontario

Despite opposition from Alberta and Ontario, the federal minister of Indigenous services plans to reintroduce legislation to ensure First Nations' rights to clean drinking water.

Politics

12 h. ago Truck hauling grain silo hits bridge east of Edmonton, causes ‘significant damage’: RCMP

The RCMP said the Highway 21 bridge sustained "significant damage."

Events

13 h. ago Ottawa talking to Rio Tinto about liquidity help amid U.S. tariffs: Joly

A spokesperson for Industry Minister Mélanie Joly confirmed Friday that the talks were ongoing but did not provide any further details.

Economics

13 h. ago Nature and art bring healing and peace for Calgary abstract mixed

fossils, gemstones and Alberta ammolite can be found in Cherisse Mia's pieces

Culture

13 h. ago Conviction upheld for Edmonton man who used scissors to kill 7

The man had urged the Alberta Court of Appeal to reduce his conviction from murder to the less-severe manslaughter in the death of the seven-year-old.

Events

13 h. ago Nearly one in five patients leave Alberta ERs without treatment: AMA report

The total, 18 per cent, is about double the 8.5 per cent of Canadians leaving the emergency room without receiving care

Economics

14 h. ago Minister planning to table First Nations water bill despite provincial opposition

OTTAWA — The federal minister of Indigenous services says her government plans to reintroduce legislation to ensure First Nations’ rights to clean drinking water — despite calls from Alberta and Ontario for it to scrap the bill altogether. Two provincial environment ministers sent a letter to their federal counterpart this week calling on Prime Minister […]

Politics

14 h. ago At least 6 dead, more missing in Texas Hill Country after severe flash flooding

Texas Hill Country was beset by death and disaster Friday as at least six people were killed and about 20 girls attending a summer camp were reported missing after months worth of heavy rain fell in a matter of hours, leaving search teams to conduct boat and helicopter rescues in the fast-moving water. Lt. Gov. […]

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14 h. ago At least 13 dead in Texas floods, more than 20 children missing from girls summer camp

KERRVILLE, Texas — Months worth of heavy rain fell in a matter of hours on Texas Hill Country, killing at least 13 people and leaving more than 20 girls attending a summer camp unaccounted for Friday as search teams conducted boat and helicopter rescues in the fast-moving flood water. Desperate pleas peppered social media as […]

Events

15 h. ago Hamas says ‘positive’ response to Gaza ceasefire proposal sent to mediators

It was not immediately clear if Hamas’ statement meant it had accepted the proposal from U.S. President Donald Trump for a 60-day ceasefire.

Events

15 h. ago Ottawa déposera un projet de loi sur l’eau des Premières Nations à l’automne

La ministre Mandy Gull-Masty ira de l’avant en dépit des appels de l’Alberta et de l’Ontario à abandonner le projet.

Politics

15 h. ago Despite loss of electric vehicle incentives, General Motors says EV sales trend upward in Alberta

'Overall, the trend is growth, and I strongly believe that it will continue to grow, regardless of whether there's government incentives in place,' said Kristian Aquilina, GM Canada's president and managing director

Transport

15 h. ago Major Quebec aluminum smelter announces $1.5B investment with new electricity deal

Quebec Premier François Legault told the news conference the electricity deal is a positive sign for an industry that has been hit by 50 per cent tariffs on imports to the U.S.

Politics