12 h. ago David Piccini to be investigated by Ontario’s integrity commissioner

Commissioner’s office to probe allegations brought forward by opposition, may compel witnesses to testify

Society

12 h. ago Alkane Doubles the Tested Depth Extent of the Storheden Deposit at Björkdal

PERTH, Western Australia, Dec. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Alkane Resources Limited (ASX: ALK; TSX: ALK; OTCQX: ALKEF) (‘Alkane’ or ‘the Company’) is pleased to announce the latest exploration results for depth drilling at the Storheden Deposit at its Björkdal Operation in northern Sweden. Program Summary The Storheden deposit is situated approximately 600m to the […]

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14 h. ago Autopsies confirm double homicide in southeast Edmonton shooting

The two men were pronounced dead by officers at the scene early on December 12

Events

16 h. ago Shooting deaths of 2 young men at southeast Edmonton home ruled double homicide

Two men in their 20s were shot dead at home in the Silver Berry neighbourhood in what Edmonton police detectives believe was a targeted double homicide.

Events

16 h. ago University of Toronto among schools struggling as students skip Canada

Universities in Canada are feeling the impact of stricter immigration policies, with the majority reporting decreases in international student enrolment rates.When compared to other regions, Canada had the highest number of universities that reported seeing a dip in international student enrolment, even more so than the U.S. The Global Enrolment Benchmark Survey was created in collaboration with NAFSA, Oxford Test of English, and Studyportals, and takes a look at how patterns have changed over time. The survey includes 461 institutions from 63 countries, 20 of which are from Canada. It also provides insight into the enrolment period from August to October 2025.“Last year’s survey showed a market in transition. This year’s survey shows those early signs have turned into real changes,” reads the report. “Policy and visa restrictions are still the biggest obstacles to international recruitment in some regions, especially in Canada and the United States.&rd...

Society

18 h. ago GM’s Barra Gauges Anderson for CEO Job by Giving Him Tough Test

Sterling Anderson, the executive leading General Motors Co.’s technology push, is emerging as the front-runner to eventually succeed Chief Executive Officer Mary Barra when the 63-year-old retires from the storied automaker.

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20 h. ago N.S. premier says fentanyl found in illegal cannabis, police say that’s false

The Nova Scotia RCMP and Halifax police both say no fentanyl has been found in illegal cannabis tested in the province, despite the premier's claim to the contrary.

Events

26 h. ago The government said it would reduce its use of external consultants, but the budget tells another story | Opinion

Rather than strengthening the public service, the federal government has chosen once again to double down on outsourcing.

Politics

27 h. ago Modest but steady economic growth likely means no interest rate cut for Europe

FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Signs of a modest economic upswing in Europe will likely let the European Central Bank keep interest rates unchanged Thursday for a fourth straight meeting. President Christine Lagarde has said at recent meetings that monetary policy remains “in a good place” with the benchmark deposit rate at 2%. Analysts expect that […]

Economics

38 h. ago CPABC: Kootenay labour market shows cracks as unemployment rises

CRANBROOK, British Columbia, Dec. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — According to BC Check-Up: Work, an annual report by the Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia (CPABC) on labour market trends across the province, the unemployment rate in the Kootenays was 6.8 per cent in November 2025, nearly double the November 2024 rate of 3.6 per cent. […]

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39 h. ago Brampton transport driver charged with impaired driving in the Soo

Cops say accused failed multiple breath tests

Sport

39 h. ago Montreal doctors call for caution and flu shots amid surge in cases

Rates of influenza transmission are doubling every week in Quebec, and the disease is particularly virulent in schools.

Science

40 h. ago Fatality inquiry into death of Calgary woman after receiving COVID

Justice Indra Maharaj said it was clear the vaccine wasn't the direct cause of the woman's death but a fatality inquiry can determine 'to what extent, if any, did the COVID-19 vaccine administered to Ms. Ghazar contribute to her death'

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46 h. ago 2 new cases of ‘zombie deer disease’ found in B.C.’s Kootenay area

Two deer hunted in British Columbia's Kootenay region has tested positive for chronic wasting disease, also known as "zombie deer disease," the province says.

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59 h. ago Bitget Launches Gold, Forex and Commodities Markets for Crypto Users

VICTORIA, Seychelles, Dec. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitget, the world’s largest Universal Exchange (UEX), today announced the launch of the private beta for Bitget TradFi, a new cross-market feature that gives crypto users direct access to global forex, metals, commodities, indices, and stock CFDs using USDT as margin. Selected users are now able to test this […]

Technology

63 h. ago Le fils de Rob Reiner va être inculpé pour le meurtre de ses parents

Nick Reiner devrait être inculpé dès qu’il sera en état de comparaître pour ce double meurtre.

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65 h. ago Woman who was allegedly brutally raped lost nearly a month of her memory, court hears

Woman found beaten and half naked six years ago testifies at trial of her alleged attacker

Events

66 h. ago Wall Street sees rare earnings growth supporting S&P’s bull case

In the past 35 years, there have only been two other instances when the S&P 500 posted double-digit earnings growth for three straight years

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66 h. ago Hollywood nepo baby Nick Reiner ‘volatile’, ‘violent’, ‘egomaniacal’

The Hollywood double murder of a famed director and his wife, allegedly at the hands of their spoiled, egomaniacal son, has the elements of a low-rent Lifetime movie. But tragically, the brutal homicides of Rob Reiner, 78, director of When Harry Met Sally and A Few Good Men, and his wife, Michelle, 68, on Sunday […]

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66 h. ago William Nylander drops new menu items with Shake Shack Canada only on Uber Eats

Shake up your winter, Styles-style.Shake Shack Canada recently launched on Uber Eats for delivery in Toronto, and now they're teaming up with beloved Toronto Maple Leafs player William “Styles” Nylander for something that’s sure to warm you up this season with equal parts flavour and flair.Introducing "Willy’s Shakeaway""Willy’s Shakeaway" is a limited-time drop of two menu items inspired by Nylander’s favourite Shake Shack flavours and ingredients, and it’s only available through Uber Eats until Jan. 29, 2026.So, what exactly does a professional hockey player favour? Think a Cherry Pepper Powerplay Burger (a 100 per cent Canadian Angus beef cheeseburger with crispy onions, spicy cherry peppers, and ShackSauce on a potato bun) and a Double Cookie Crunch Shake (housemade vanilla frozen custard made from 100 per cent Canadian dairy, mixed with crushed chocolate and chocolate chip ...

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