3 h. ago Rosborough: If tariffs drive up costs, let's focus on fixing what we own

Anthony D Rosborough, Dalhousie University Canada’s economy has long relied on open trade and cross-border supply chains, but as tariff threats and market protectionism rise from the United States under President Donald Trump, so do Canada’s economic vulnerabilities. Although the risk of a trade war between Canada and the U.S. has been given a temporary […]

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3 h. ago That time Knowlton Nash was the most famous news anchor in Canada

Knowlton Nash, a name synonymous with Canadian journalism, dedicated his life to shaping the world of news broadcasting. For a decade, he stood at the helm of CBC Television's flagship news program, The National, and gained a place in the hearts of many Canadians from coast to coast.His steady voice, warm demeanour, and signature oversized glasses earned him a reputation as a trusted figure in Canadian journalism, and his career, which spanned multiple decades, was marked by groundbreaking moments and high-stakes stories.Born Cyril Knowlton Nash in Toronto on Nov. 18, 1927, he was named after his father. At the age of five, Nash decided that he preferred to be known as Knowlton. At just eight years old, Nash sold his first newspaper and began producing his own newssheet.His fascination with news continued to grow, and by the age of 10, he had already released multiple editions of his own weekly newspaper, which he sold for less than a nickel.Nash took his first professional step int...

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8 h. ago London Eats: From beverages to desserts, ginseng rules at Jing Jing

A herb with healing properties used since the time of rich and powerful Chinese emperors is the namesake of a downtown London eatery and market. 

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8 h. ago It is time to admit that no, not everybody can play with the Edmonton Oilers' Connor McDavid

There is a saying that has made its way around Edmonton since Connor McDavid was drafted that “anyone could score X number of goals alongside 97”. A fourth liner. An AHL player. My Grandma. My Dog. But just having just watched the Four Nations Face-Off tournament where Canada had a roster full of elite-level wingers […]

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9 h. ago Cryptocurrency exchange Bybit says it was victim of $1.5 billion hack

A major cryptocurrency exchange says it was the victim of a sophisticated hack that stole about $1.5 billion worth of digital currency, marking one of the biggest online thefts of all time. Bybit said Friday that a routine transfer of Ethereum, one of the most popular cryptocurrencies, between digital wallets was “manipulated” by an attacker […]

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9 h. ago Police catch inmates, including murderer, who escaped Ontario prison by simply walking away

The two elderly men serving time for serious crimes were apparently able to just walk away from the minimum security prison in Gravenhurst

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10 h. ago Ninepoint Partners Announces Estimated February 2025 Cash Distributions for Ninepoint Cash Management Fund – ETF Series

TORONTO, Feb. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ninepoint Partners LP (“Ninepoint Partners”) today announced the estimated February 2025 cash distribution for the ETF Series of Ninepoint Cash Management Fund (the “Fund”). Ninepoint Partners expects to issue a press release on or about February 27, 2025, which will provide the final distribution rate. The record date […]

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10 h. ago Toronto seeing most new home listings in Canada but hardly anyone is buying

Predictions that Toronto's housing market would see a triumphant return of the enthusiasm and heat it's historically known for have fallen flat thus far, with sales continuing to dwindle far below hopes and expectations, and new listings continuing to pour onto the market.Nearly 20,000 homes are now up for sale within the GTA, per the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB)'s numbers for January, marking a worrying 48.6 per cent uptick in new listings and 70.2 per cent increase in active listings compared to this time last year.The number of sales transactions, meanwhile, has fallen 7.9 per cent over the same time frame, disheartening realtors and sellers who were expecting a bounceback after an abysmal 2024.RBC economists really put these numbers into perspective in a new special housing report that this month compared how the real estate scenes in major cities across Canada are faring.One graph shows Toronto to have the third-biggest year-over...

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10 h. ago Robert De Niro hopes fiery ‘Zero Day’ speech makes viewers think about threats to democracy

'I hope they think about that line,' two-time Oscar winner says

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11 h. ago Tyson Barrie clears waivers, assigned to AHL’s Calgary Wranglers

Barrie has appeared in 13 games with the Flames this season, recording three points and a minus-7 rating. He’s now headed to the minors.

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11 h. ago Rogers is increasing its U.S. and international roaming charges

Rogers and its flanker brand Fido are set to increase U.S. and international roaming rates on March 3rd, just in time for March Break.Notices appearing on both wireless provider's websites detail the change.Currently, Rogers and Fido charge $12/day for U.S. roaming and $15/day for international roaming. Starting March 3rd, roaming rates will rise to $14/day for U.S. roaming and $16/day for international roaming.We have reached out to Rogers to learn if the company will change other aspects of the 'Roam Like Home' program, such as how many days per billing cycle customers can be charged for roaming (the current cap is 20 days), and will update this post with any further information it provides.A notice from the telecom advises the price raise starts March 3. Photo from MobileSyrup.Notably, the change brings Rogers' roaming rates closer to what Bell and Telus charge.Bell raised its prices to $13/day for U.S. and $16/day for international roaming in early ...

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11 h. ago Next stage for captain Brady Tkachuk and the Senators is Hockey Night in Canada

The Ottawa Senators will begin the final stretch to try to make the playoffs for the first time in eight years with the Montreal Canadiens in town.

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13 h. ago Lawsuit filed by 17 states against abortion accommodations in the workplace can proceed

A lawsuit filed by 17 states challenging federal rules entitling workers to time off and other accommodations for abortions may proceed, a federal appeals court ruled. The Eighth Circuit Court’s decision on Thursday reverses Eastern District of Arkansas U.S. District Judge D.P. Marshall, Jr.’s dismissal of the case in June after he found that the […]

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15 h. ago Here's when Daylight Saving will finally start bringing later sunsets in Ontario

Toronto is still quite resembling a ski town after a barrage of snowstorms that have made this season feel like the first proper Canadian winter we've had in a while.The City has since said cleanup efforts are set to take a few weeks, and while residents are climbing over snowbanks and navigating narrow sidewalks in the meantime, it can be hard to imagine that spring is just around the corner.And, even before springtime officially kicks off on March 20, Ontario will be treated to some later sunsets that will be a welcome change to the depths of winter that we are just emerging from.The days have been getting longer since the winter solstice on December 21, and we've since made it past the 10 the darkest weeks of what is, for many, the most dispiriting season.In just over two weeks, clocks will "spring forward" an hour, marking the start of another cycle of Daylight Saving Time, and bringing with it an extra hour of daylight in the evening...

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17 h. ago Bird flu found in U.S. rats for the first time as cases keep rising

Bird flu has been detected in rats for the first time in the United States, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service.

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18 h. ago US Inflation Seen Higher, Fed Cuts Later in Economist Survey

Economists see the Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation metric rising at a brisker pace in the near term, prompting policymakers to keep interest rates elevated for longer.

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18 h. ago Two new genomics research projects in B.C. aim to stay ahead of bird flu threat

Genome B.C. is funding the two projects, led by the B.C. Centre for Disease Control.

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19 h. ago Trudeau has words for Trump after Canada's 4 Nations championship win over U.S.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was ready following Team Canada's OT win over the United States.Following Connor McDavid's electrifying golden goal to secure Canada the 4 Nations championship, Trudeau took to social media with a subtle jab at U.S. President Donald Trump."You can't take our country — and you can't take our game," Trudeau wrote.You can’t take our country — and you can’t take our game.— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) February 21, 2025This comes after a relentless series of statements made by Trump referring to Canada as the 51st American state. This strange statement was first made by the 78-year-old president back in December and was initially played off by many as a joke. As he continued to say it, however, it started rubbing some Canadians the wrong way.Notably, he has referred to Trudeau as the "governor" of Canada rather than the prime minister. Trump repeated the statement Thursday in a post...

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19 h. ago Senegal Bonds Rise After Government Reassures Investors on Debt

Senegal’s Finance and Budget Minister Cheikh Diba ruled out a restructuring of the country’s debt in a call with international investors, according to people familiar with the matter.

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21 h. ago DEAR ABBY: Family refuses to help relative who once helped them

DEAR ABBY: Eight years ago, my wife’s nephew needed a car. His parents had poor credit at that time. I took him to a car dealer, where he found a car, and I didn’t hesitate to cosign the loan. He paid the loan off on time. I am now in financial difficulty, and one possibility […]

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