5 h. ago Ontario’s largest farm of its kind lets you hang out with fluffy mini highland cows

An Ontario farm is now offering what may be the most painfully adorable, Insta-worthy experience that any animal lover will be champing at the bit to take part in: meet-and-greet sessions with cute, furry miniature highland cows.Hinterland Estate is Ontario's largest farm exclusively raising mini Highland cows, a rare breed of cattle that you can get up close and personal with upon your visit.Located just under two hours from Toronto in St. Anns, which is in the Niagara region, Hinterland has specialized in raising and showcasing Mini Highland Cows for years, offering chances for people to come interact with the creatures, and even stay overnight on the property. Your experience kicks off in a luxury mini home, where you'll be served refreshments — a different menu is available based on the time of day you arrive — paired with picturesque views of a peaceful pond and grazing cows. Then, yo...

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10 h. ago Trump, Putin kick off Ukraine war summit in Alaska with smiles and warm handshake

The summit is a chance for Trump to prove he's a master dealmaker and peacemaker. For Putin, it is an opportunity to get a deal that would cement Russia's gains

Politics

13 h. ago SNOBELEN: Loss and humiliation should spur Poilievre to be better

Prime Minister Poilievre? Next week, the good people of Battle River-Crowfoot will elect a new member of Parliament and the Conservative Party of Canada (CPC) can get back to worrying about the future. Pierre Poilievre will easily win this election and make his return to the tranquillity of Ottawa. Then, the real battle will begin. […]

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14 h. ago Rejuvenated Toronto FC set for Djordje Mihailovic’s home debut against Columbus Crew

There’s a feeling of freshness around Toronto FC these days. Amid a flurry of transactions, TFC will return home after more than a month away on Saturday to host the Columbus Crew and the club’s newest designated player, midfielder Djordje Mihailovic, will be front and centre. Asked for his initial impressions on Mihailovic after a […]

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14 h. ago Alberta RCMP arrest woman accused of refusing to return stolen horse

The RCMP in Alberta are asking the public for help recovering a stolen horse that they have been unable to located, despite charging a woman with stealing the animal.

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15 h. ago Middleweight champ Dricus Du Plessis puts belt on the line against Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 319

Middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis will put his belt on the line for the third time against one of the most feared pound-for-pound fighters on the UFC roster. Du Plessis (23-2) will face Khamzat Chimaev (14-0) at a sold-out United Center on Saturday night at UFC 319 as the event returns to Chicago for the […]

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15 h. ago Dubai chocolate bars recall expands to B.C. over salmonella concerns

If anyone has any of the affected products that are being recalled, they are asked to dispose of them or return them to the place of purchase.

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16 h. ago Brampton mayor Patrick Brown says public servants must return to office full

Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown says he plans to follow the province’s lead and require city employees to return to in-office work full time next year. The provincial government announced Thursday that public servants will be required to be in the office four days a week beginning Oct. 20, and ramp up to five days a […]

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18 h. ago Full impact of Manitoba wildfires reflected in hydro outages, Crown corp says

The impact of wildfires in northern Manitoba continues to be felt, with thousands of evacuees still waiting to return home as major hydro repair efforts are underway.

Events

19 h. ago Trump’s meeting with Putin could determine the trajectory of the Russia

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump is meeting face-to-face with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska on Friday for a high-stakes summit that could determine not only the trajectory of the war in Ukraine but also the fate of European security. The sit-down offers Trump a chance to prove to the world that […]

Politics

21 h. ago «J'aurais mérité une chance»: Nazem Kadri ne digère pas d'avoir été écarté en vue des Jeux Olympiques

Nazem Kadri ne digère toujours pas d'avoir été ignoré par l'état-major de Hockey Canada en vue des prochains Jeux Olympiques.

Culture

22 h. ago Scientists discover an ancient whale with a Pokemon face and a predator bite

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Long before whales were majestic, gentle giants, some of their prehistoric ancestors were tiny, weird and feral. A chance discovery of a 25 million-year-old fossil on an Australian beach has allowed paleontologists to identify a rare, entirely new species that could unlock mysteries of whale evolution. Researchers this week officially […]

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23 h. ago Pivotal Returns to Canadian Skies with Crewed Flights of BlackFly eVTOL

Third-Generation Aircraft Demos at Abbotsford International Airshow PALO ALTO, Calif., Aug. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Pivotal, the market leader in light electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft invented and tested in Canada, has returned to Canadian skies for a crewed flight demonstration of its third-generation BlackFly aircraft. This milestone highlights not only significant […]

Transport

23 h. ago Canadian Home Sales Rise for Fourth Straight Month as Buyers Return

Canadian home sales rose for a fourth straight month as growing confidence the economy will weather US tariffs draws more buyers back into the market.

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34 h. ago Les négociations du traité sur le plastique prolongées, mais floues

Les chances qu’un accord soit trouvé semblent encore très minces.

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35 h. ago 'A Fringe full of stars': Edmonton Fringe festival 2025 returns with a cosmic celebration

The Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival returns, celebrating the performers, attendees, and volunteers who make the festival possible. The 44th edition of the Edmonton Fringe runs Aug. 14-24, featuring 221 indoor shows across more than 40 venues. The festival’s opening ceremonies are scheduled for 7 p.m. on Thursday at ATB Park on the ATB stage, […]

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37 h. ago Festival calls for safe return of 100 animal pelts after Fort Gibraltar heist

Someone scaled the fence at Fort Gibraltar after the site closed for the day on Monday and made off with more than 100 animal furs.

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37 h. ago Toronto Blue Jays fans welcome back Buck Martinez with emotional ovation

While he had returned to the Toronto Blue Jays broadcast booth last week on the road, Buck Martinez was finally home on Tuesday.The legendary broadcaster returned to the Rogers Centre broadcast booth after months of treatment for lung cancer, with his first game coming against the Chicago Cubs.And in a tribute shown both in the stadium and across the country on Sportsnet, Martinez was given a massive ovation by those in attendance."Thank you, thank you," Martinez said, standing up and putting his hand to his heart to acknowledge the applause from fans and players in attendance."Everybody's so happy to have you back," Blue Jays play-by-play broadcaster Dan Shulman said on the broadcast."It's great to be back," Martinez added. "I missed all the crew, missed the great fans. It's a great way to finish the season. We're going to be strong, we're gonna finish it and go right on through October."The @...

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39 h. ago Ontario government just ordered public service workers back to office full time

The Government of Ontario has just announced that it's officially mandating a full return to the office for its public servants, ending a hybrid work policy that has been in place since 2022. Starting Jan. 5, 2026, more than 60,000 Ontario Public Service employees will be required to work in-person five days a week.The move, revealed in a news release from Treasury Board President Caroline Mulroney on Thursday, marks a significant turning point from the current rules, which require a minimum of three days per week in the office. A transitional phase will begin on Oct. 20, 2025, when employees will be asked to increase their in-office attendance to four days a week. In a statement, Mulroney said the updated policy "represents the current workforce landscape in the province," adding that more than half of Ontario's public service employees are already working full-time in person due to the nature of their roles. ...

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40 h. ago Edmonton events: Creed comes to Rogers Place, Dragon Boat Festival returns, Wild Mushroom Expo, and Bleak Party

Creed: Swinging some big nostalgia for the end of the 20th century (and the nightmare-sequel Woodstock apparently) with their Return of the Summer of ’99 Tour, the My Own Prisoners are at the big rink Tuesday night. While avidly exploring religious themes with spirited aplomb, let’s repeat once more that the Florida-born, post-grunge Creed is […]

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