6 h. ago ‘We’ll be moving’: Alberta transgender children, families brace for legal changes

Last year, Alberta became the first province to pass legislation banning doctors from prescribing puberty blockers or hormone therapy to children under 16.

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6 h. ago Zoom partners with Oracle to help enterprises scale customer engagement

SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Zoom Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZM) announced a strategic go-to-market (GTM) partnership with Oracle designed to help organizations transform the experience they deliver to customers through faster resolutions, streamlined omnichannel interactions, and intelligent self-service. With this partnership, Zoom CX can now run on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, bringing […]

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7 h. ago Here’s what young Native Americans funded with $720K from Newman’s Own Foundation and Novo Nordisk

NEW YORK (AP) — Armed with hundreds of thousands of dollars from Newman’s Own Foundation and Ozempic creator Novo Nordisk, young Native Americans are leading the fight against persistently high rates of food insecurity in tribal communities. In a rare example of agency for a beneficiary community, 21 emerging Indigenous leaders recently crafted selection criteria, […]

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7 h. ago Former Shopify exec has designs on reinventing Algonquin College's Perth campus

Toby Shannan says the campus can thrive as a private college specializing in training the trades in conservation and restoration of heritage buildings.

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10 h. ago BeOne Medicines’ Sonrotoclax Granted Breakthrough Therapy Designation by U.S. FDA

Breakthrough designation based on early, positive results of a Phase 1/2 study of sonrotoclax in patients with relapsed or refractory mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) BeOne to participate in Project Orbis program, supporting efforts to rapidly advance global access SAN CARLOS, Calif. — BeOne Medicines Ltd. (Nasdaq: ONC; HKEX: 06160; SSE: 688235), a global oncology company, […]

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16 h. ago Toronto market is so much more than a place for fashion and delicious food

A multidisciplinary space located in Toronto's Leslieville neighbourhood has been drawing attention for years with its intriguing blend of retail, dining, and art — a combination not often found in the city.Located on Queen St. E. near Jones Ave., ALLWOOD MRKT combines a plant-focused café, boutiques, and a curated art gallery under the direction of designer, chef, and entrepreneur, Kevin Allwood.When you step inside, you're immediately greeted by the boutique's wide range of handcrafted items from all over the world. Think potted plants, small-batch hot sauces, and one-of-a-kind pieces from Africa, including mud cloths from the Ivory Coast, handwoven baskets from Zimbabwe and South Africa, as well as apothecary products, home goods, and intricate jewellery.Every item you find in the store is part of a tightly curated selection that emphasizes both craftsmanship and traceability."Ethical means traceable, intentional, and human. It means knowin...

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21 h. ago AdvanCell to Present Promising Clinical Trial Results of ADVC001, a Novel Lead

Results from the Phase 1b dose escalation of the TheraPb Phase 1/2 trial are the first clinical data for a Lead-212 (212Pb)-based-PSMA radioligand therapy The abstract presents a favorable safety profile for 212Pb-ADVC001 and promising anti-tumor activity, underscoring its potential to enhance therapeutic options for patients with metastatic prostate cancer The upcoming presentation at ESMO […]

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29 h. ago Reimagined condo takes a prime position in Fairmont Pacific Rim tower

With free rein from the homeowner, Kalu Interiors transforms a dated residence into a family-friendly luxury retreat showcasing Coal Harbour views

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40 h. ago This Toronto couple is the team behind one of the city's hottest new supper clubs

Toronto couple Uzma Ahmed and Ali Amarshi have been running one of Toronto's hottest supper clubs for the past year, all while juggling full-time jobs.When you're really passionate about something, you can always find the time to do it.That's the sentiment that Ali Amarshi, one-half of the team behind Rakabi, a South Asian supper club that's making waves on the Toronto food scene, tells me allows him to balance running the venture with his full-time job as a tech product designer.His partner (both in business and in life), Uzma Ahmed, works in the mental health field as a social worker and psychotherapist. Together, in whatever spare time they're able to scrounge up, they run Rakabi, a supper club and event pop-up they created as a means of exploring and sharing their South Asian roots with the city, and what better way to do so than through food?    View this post on Instagram          &n...

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40 h. ago Stunning $5 million Toronto house was inspired by rice terraces carved into mountains

Architecture often draws inspiration from nature, but this Toronto home took its cue from an unexpected muse: the traditional rice terraces carved into mountainsides of Southeast Asia.Designed by the award-winning team at Studio Pyramid, 2 Tarlton Rd. rectilinear design steps naturally down the slope of the land, creating a seamless connection between the structure and its surroundings."From the facade, it looks like a square building. However, from the south side, you see a series of rectangular shapes," explains co-realtor Paul Maranger.The front entrance. The home's marble exterior is a work of art in itself — laser-cut and then hand-chiselled — giving the facade a texture and depth that feels sculptural rather than purely functional.A bedroom. "Studio Pyramid is always forging new ideas," adds co-realtor Christian Vermast. "This one is a true expression of form meeting function."The family room. And that...

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48 h. ago New and Notable: Netflix designer teams up with North Shore developer

There’s also been plenty of activity in the art and design circles

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64 h. ago Magical holiday train covered in lights returns to Toronto this fall

The Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) Holiday Train is chugging across North America starting Nov. 19, and like every other year, it'll make a stop in Toronto — bringing festive cheer to the city once again.A seasonal tradition for the last 27 years, the train has been spreading holiday spirit across the continent while raising food and funds for local food banks.The train, decorated with thousands of lights, will arrive in the city on Nov. 29, with the show scheduled to start around 8:30 p.m. The free event features a live concert performed from a specially designed train car that transforms into a stage once it comes to a full stop.CPKC has lined up an impressive roster of musicians headlining each mini show across North America, including names like American Authors, Barenaked Ladies, JJ Wilde, Smash Mouth, and more. The full list of performers is available on the official event website.Each Holiday Train performance typically lasts about 30 minutes and features ...

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3 d. ago FDA Approves Expanded Indication for UZEDY® (risperidone) Extended

FDA approves UZEDY® (risperidone) extended-release injectable suspension for subcutaneous use as monotherapy or as adjunctive therapy to lithium or valproate for the maintenance treatment of bipolar I disorder in adults.1 UZEDY (risperidone) extended-release injectable suspension for subcutaneous use is indicated for use every one or two months for the treatment of schizophrenia in adults.1 This […]

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3 d. ago Canadian company creates makeup palette designed specifically for blind beauty fan

Founder of Indigenous-owned Cheekbone Beauty, Jenn Harper, shares details about inclusive beauty release 

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3 d. ago Sora fits the bill for busy family wanting more space close to nature

A new community in Calgary’s southeast is designed with nature-filled moments in mind. Aptly named Sora, the 35-acre standalone community is located within the community of Hotchkiss in Calgary’s deep southeast. Its lands extend close to the banks of the Bow River with a pond feature as a central amenity. Natural wetlands, park areas, walking […]

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3 d. ago You could win cash prizes this fall just by shopping local in Toronto

From indulging in a little retail therapy to picking up your everyday essentials or getting a head start on holiday shopping, Toronto’s CityPlace and Fort York BIA offers no shortage of fantastic local businesses to explore.This fall, the beloved neighbourhood is upping the ante with something special — a chance for shoppers to win sweet cash prizes.Community celebrationsWith the support of the City of Toronto's Transit Construction Mitigation Fund and the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, the CityPlace and Fort York BIA recently hosted the Community Canvas and Culture Fest — which celebrated art, culture, fitness, and community spirit across several days in early October.On Oct. 1, award-winning multidisciplinary artist Ben Johnston unveiled a large-scale ground mural in the heart of CityPlace and Fort York on the concrete plaza at Canoe Landing Park. The mural consists of large, colourful letters arranged together to spe...

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3 d. ago Bitfarms Converts Macquarie Debt Facility to $300M Project Financing and Draws Additional $50M to Accelerate HPC/AI Development at Panther Creek Campus

-$300 million facility to fund Phase 1 of Panther Creek data center development with energization expected by YE 2026--On track to break ground on Panther Creek data center in Q4 2025- This news release constitutes a “designated news release” for the purposes of the Company’s second amended and restated prospectus supplement dated December 17, 2024, […]

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3 d. ago ‘Butt Lady’ guilty of murder in silicone injection death of TV star

Back alley butt booster Libby Adame proved to be more than a pain in the ass. The 55-year-old California woman was convicted late Thursday of second-degree murder and practicing medicine without a license in the shocking silicone injection death of Married with Children actress Cindyana Santangelo, 58, during a botched silicone injection session in March. […]

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3 d. ago Celestica Introduces New Family of 1.6TbE Data Center Switches to Power AI/ML Clusters

TORONTO, Oct. 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Celestica Inc. (TSX: CLS) (NYSE: CLS), a leader in design, manufacturing, supply chain and platform solutions for the world’s most innovative companies, today introduced two new 1.6TbE data center switches, the DS6000 and DS6001. These advanced switches are engineered to support high-bandwidth, AI/ML data center applications. Celestica plans […]

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3 d. ago Judge blocks National Guard deployment in Illinois for 2 weeks

A judge blocked the deployment of National Guard troops in the Chicago area for two weeks, finding no substantial evidence that a “danger of rebellion” is brewing in Illinois.  It’s a victory for Democratic officials who lead the state and city and have traded insults with President Donald Trump about his drive to put troops […]

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