3 h. ago Canadian telecoms are shutting down their 3G wireless networks

Telus and Bell have separately shared plans to shut down 3G service in parts of Manitoba, which suggests a full Canada-wide shutdown is coming.Bell has a new support page on its website that says that "Later this year, we'll take the first steps towards discontinuing our 3G/HSPA network in order to improve our 4G/LTE and 5G networks. These updates will affect service for 3G/HSPA device users as well as customers with non-VoLTE (Voice over LTE) capable devices."According to the company, Manitoba customers will lose access to 3G on December 31, 2025. Customers will need to update to a newer device that supports VoLTE. The telecom also notes that devices that don't support LTE will lose access to 9-1-1. You also need to be aware that LTE support doesn't necessarily mean VoLTE support.You can use Bell's VoLTE web tool to check if your device is compatible with its network.While Bell never outright said that it plans to shut down its 3G servi...

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3 h. ago Wildfire prompts evacuation order for several homes near Kelowna, B.C.

The district also issued an evacuation alert for more than 100 other addresses, meaning residents must be prepared to leave at a moment's notice

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4 h. ago Wildfire smoke brings forgotten danger to the Arctic: black carbon

Black carbon is thought to be generated from flaring at Russian oil and gas facilities, the combustion of shipping fuel and forest fires.

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6 h. ago Approaching wildfires lead to evacuation order for Leaf Rapids, Man.

Officials have issued a mandatory evacuation order saying residents should be prepared to leave by 10 a.m. Tuesday.

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8 h. ago CORRECTION – Osisko Development Announces Positive Bulk Tonnage Ore Sorting Results for the Cariboo Gold Project

In a release issued under the same headline on July 7, 2025, by Osisko Development Corp. (NYSE: ODV, TSXV: ODV), please note that the highlights section and eleventh paragraph have been updated to reflect the correct reference to gold recovery for the 6–10 mm fraction of “92%” instead of “95%”. The corrected release follows: HIGHLIGHTS X-ray […]

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9 h. ago Why a steeply discounted Bluetti power station should be your ultimate summer sidekick

Amazon Prime Day is more of a Prime week in 2025. From July 7 to 13, Canadians can get sweet savings on all their favourite products and wishlist items, including BLUETTI power stations at the lowest price point in company history.A pioneer in clean energy technology, BLUETTI is known for its portable power stations and home battery systems. From off-grid living to emergency power backup and everything in between, these power banks will have your back in the best and worst of times.BLUETTI products will be available for up to 56 per cent off on Amazon Canada and BLUETTI's official website until July 13. You can also get an extra 5 per cent off with the promo codes PD5OFFCA on Amazon, and BLUETTI5OFF on the website.Here are some of the sweet prices available for various devices – and how they can act as your ultimate summer sidekick.Camping and light backupThe new Elite 100 V2 offers compact power and big capabilities.Thirty per cent smaller than its predecessor, this ...

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10 h. ago Survivors in Texas describe the floods as a ‘pitch black wall of death’ as more than 80 dead

The floods grew to their worst at the midpoint of a long holiday weekend when many people were asleep

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10 h. ago BitFuFu Announces June 2025 Bitcoin Production and Operation Updates: Record 36.2 EH/s Hashrate and 728 MW Power Capacity

Bitcoin production increased 11.3% month-over-month in June to 445 BTC, with Bitcoin holdings increasing to 1,792 BTC. Total hashrate and power capacity under management reached record highs as of June 30, 2025—36.2 EH/s and 728 MW, respectively. SINGAPORE, July 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — BitFuFu Inc. (“BitFuFu” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: FUFU), a world-leading Bitcoin […]

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10 h. ago Mawer Announces Organizational Updates for the Global Equity Strategy

CALGARY, Alberta, July 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Mawer Investment Management Ltd. (“Mawer”) announced today that Paul Moroz, CFA, has assumed the role of lead portfolio manager and David Ragan, CFA, has assumed the role of co-manager for the Mawer Global Equity Strategy, effective immediately. Manar Hassan-Agha, CFA, will continue as co-manager. While Christian Deckart, CFA, PHD, […]

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11 h. ago Wildfire near Kelowna prompts evacuation order for some residents

RCMP warned of the wildfire on Sunday afternoon, saying the blaze was affecting the area and officers were conducting "tactical evacuations" of homes.

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12 h. ago Dundee Precious Metals Announces Receipt of Environmental Licence for the Loma Larga Project and Provides Update on the Feasibility Study Results Timing

TORONTO, July 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Dundee Precious Metals (“DPM” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that the Government of Ecuador has granted the environmental licence for exploitation for the Loma Larga project. The Loma Larga project environmental licence for exploitation was issued by the Ministry of Environment, Water and Ecological Transition (“MAATE”) […]

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14 h. ago Wildfire Smoke Brings a Forgotten Danger to the Arctic: Black Carbon

Scientists are revising their view of the role that soot may play in endangering glaciers and ice sheets.

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18 h. ago Même en présence de piètres conducteurs, la rage au volant n'est pas tolérée, rappelle un juge en condamnant un individu pour un cas survenu sur l'autoroute 40

Un automobiliste qui a roué de coups un homme a écopé de prison pour sa rage au volant survenue sur l'autoroute 40 à Montréal.

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20 h. ago Flights resuming at Kelowna airport after airspace closure due to wildfire

Kelowna RCMP is asking residents near Kelowna International Airport to be ready for a possible evacuation due to a nearby wildfires.

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22 h. ago Wildfire closes Kelowna International Airport, nearby homes evacuated

The wildfire is in the Ellison area to the east of the airport, where police conducted tactical evacuations of nearby homes

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22 h. ago Wildfire near Kelowna airport being held, nearby homes evacuated

The wildfire is in the Ellison area to the east of the airport, where police conducted tactical evacuations of nearby homes

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22 h. ago Oil Drops as Larger OPEC+ Supply Increase Raises Glut Concerns

Oil extended declines after OPEC+ agreed to a bigger-than-expected production increase next month, raising concerns about oversupply just as US tariffs fan fears about the demand outlook.

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22 h. ago Oil Dips as Larger OPEC+ Supply Increase Raises Glut Concerns

Oil pushed lower after OPEC+ agreed to a bigger-than-expected production increase next month, raising concerns about oversupply just as US tariffs fan fears about the demand outlook.

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25 h. ago Lytton wildfire: B.C.'s only wildfire of note continues to grow

The Izman Creek wildfire, one of 82 active fires in B.C., was burning 2.45 square kilometres as of Sunday

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27 h. ago Bodies of all 7 missing people found at a California fireworks warehouse that exploded

ESPARTO, Calif. (AP) — Authorities in Northern California have found the bodies of all seven people missing since an explosion last week at a fireworks warehouse that caused a wildfire and shook a tiny farming community. The barrage of fireworks that exploded Tuesday caused a massive blaze that led to other spot fires and collapsed […]

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