4 d. ago Bell Canada launches its own new smartphone brand called Ahlo

Bell has launched a new smartphone brand called Ahlo.The carrier says the phone has been designed in Canada with "value-conscious users" in mind. That said, it's likely assembled in other parts of the world. So far, Bell hasn't shared the phone's manufacturer.The phone is now available for $270 outright or $1 per month at Bell or Virgin Plus (for a limited time) — a steal compared to $1,161 or $32 per month for the iPhone 16. You can also buy it through various Canadian retailers, but this deal price appears to be locked to Bell/Virgin's network.The new smartphone is aimed at "value-conscious users" with a far cheaper price tag than competitors.Here are some of its specs and features:6.58" FHD+ display50MP quad camera5,000 mAh battery5G connectivityFingerprint scannerAndroid 14 OSUSB-C connectivity (cable included)24-month warrantyThe phone will be available through Bell and its Virgin Plus flanker brand, as well as the following retailers:Best Buy ExpressThe Mo...

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5 d. ago Toronto Taco Bell fans can now make official versions of chain's iconic menu items at home

People in Toronto have been noticing a neon Taco Bell sign glowing in a condo building on Queen St. W., and they were wondering if a new location was opening inside a condo...While Taco Bell isn't setting up shop in a condo building, this fun activation was a teaser for something even more exciting — a new line of Taco Bell at-home products!That's right, Taco Bell Canada's newest at-home meal kits are officially on grocery store shelves nationwide (yes, right now), and they're giving Toronto residents the literal secret sauce to spice up their kitchens with the bold, iconic flavours from Taco Bell restaurants.This new lineup of products includes 12 crave-worthy, customizable offerings, including sauces, seasonings, shells, and more, to help you recreate your favourite menu items at home.    View this post on Instagram           A post shared by Taco Bell (@tacobellcanada)Your new grocery store...

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1 week ago Bell: Does Canada wake from the psychodrama or is Poilievre sunk?

Nothing moves the needle — Liberals in front, nothing is shaking Canadians from the Trump fear and loathing psychodrama

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2 w. ago Bell: Trump making Canada the 51st state — a hoax played on Canadians

After today, the idea of Canada as the 51st state should be seen for what it is, a hoax played on Canadians by politicians and the press

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2 w. ago Bell: Danielle Smith leaves the door open for a vote on Alberta leaving Canada

The idea of Alberta leaving Canada is increasingly not being written off as raving lunacy

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3 w. ago Toronto bar backpedals on permanent closure amid delays with new concept

Members of Toronto's CityPlace community were rattled, to say the least, when the news about the neighbourhood's beloved Fox and Fiddle location's impending closure first broke.A local fixture for years, the franchise was something of a neighbourhood watering hole despite its obvious position as a member of the nationwide pub chain.Independent or not, it served as a go-to spot for after-work drinks and sports game-viewing parties for the community's many residents and workers for years, until early 2025, when the location suddenly shut down, marking the second Fox and Fiddle location in Toronto to close within the space of a week.It wasn't all bad news when the closure was announced, though, as franchise owners, the Reign Company, who also own Fox on John, shared that a brand-new day-to-night social club called Charlie Social House would be taking over the space."We saw an exciting opportunity to create something truly transformative that aligns with our vision for th...

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