6 h. ago Toronto birds dying because of new transit line that ironically shares name with bird

Trigger warning: This article contains photos of injured animals and may be distressing to some readersAt an underpass where construction is wrapping up on the soon-to-open Finch West LRT, concerns are being raised over dead pigeons found trapped amid the site alterations. Pigeons appear to be getting caught between a concrete wall and a red metal plate — installed by Metrolinx, trying to get back to their roost site. The irony here? The new LRT, planned to open this year as the TTC's Line 6, is named for Finch Avenue, which, while originating from the moniker of a former hotel and its owner, also shares the name of the finch species of birds, of which multiple subspecies are found in Toronto.The site in question is located along a westbound stretch of Finch where the LRT crosses under rail tracks just before Weston Road. Here, concerned Toronto resident Ann Martin first found evidence of the birds' tragic fate. The red meta...

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8 h. ago More than 250 CN Tower workers locked out ahead of Canada Day, union says

The decision to lock out workers including hosts, wait staff, bartenders and cooks at the start of peak tourist season 'speaks volumes,' Unifor said

Society

10 h. ago Security heightened for Canada Day in B.C. in shadow of Lapu Lapu festival attack

B.C. police are beefing up security measures for Canada Day celebrations following recent incidents of violence. A government leader says the measures should make people feel safe.

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11 h. ago Bombardier Announces Significant Firm Order from New Customer for 50 Challenger and Global Jets Including First

Combined value of the 50-aircraft firm order and services agreement is US$1.7 billion; aircraft deliveries to begin in 20271 Order also includes 70 new aircraft purchase options; if all options are exercised, the total aircraft and services value would reach more than US$4 billion2 First-of-a-kind service agreement between an OEM and operator will deliver the […]

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12 h. ago Cartel violence in Mexico leaves 20 dead, including 4 decapitated bodies

MEXICO CITY — Four decapitated bodies were found hanging from a bridge in the capital of western Mexico’s Sinaloa state on Monday, part of a surge of cartel violence that killed nearly 20 people in less than a day, authorities said. A bloody war for control between two factions of the powerful Sinaloa Cartel has […]

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12 h. ago Canada’s largest sports car racing event is touching down near Toronto this summer

Put the pedal to the metal and get ready for a summer weekend of racing, Toronto! The Chevrolet Grand Prix is pulling into town, and you're going to want to make a pit stop.Catch some of the world's top drivers in the fast lane at the Canadian Tire Motorsport Park in Bowmanville from July 11 – 13. You'll see these drivers get behind the wheel of exotic closed-wheel prototypes and GT sports cars!We're talking iconic car brands like Corvette, Aston Martin, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche, McLaren, and more. It's going to be a jam-packed weekend filled with family fun, including food trucks, interactive displays, and a special beer garden.As the only Canadian stop on the tour, the IMSA WeatherTech Sports Championship is a prestigious international series that includes races in Daytona, Sebring, Indianapolis, and Long Beach.But there isn't only one race to get revved up for! Be prepared for the rush of the Michelin Pilot Challenge, VP Raci...

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13 h. ago Leaving first show at Toronto’s new Rogers Stadium was a ‘nightmare’: concertgoer

With performances set to take place throughout the summer at the 50,000-capacity open-air venue in north Toronto, concertgoers say the stadium needs a different strategy.

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13 h. ago Alberta government seeking advice to tackle violence and aggression in schools

Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides says it's a serious problem as learning disruptions and mental health concerns are becoming more and more common.

Politics

14 h. ago Erratic driver faces list of charges after Manitoba highway pursuit

With the help of a tire deflation device, officers were able to stop the vehicle, but said the driver refused to leave and had to be removed before he could be arrested.

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14 h. ago Canadian tourist from Nova Scotia found dead on Dominican Republic beach

Dorian Christian MacDonald was on vacation alone at a hotel in Puerto Plata on the north coast of the island.

Society

14 h. ago Mexican Caribbean Tourism Board Shares Exciting Lineup of Late Summer, Fall Seasonal Events and Signature Experiences

From reimagined music festivals and culinary showcases to wellness retreats and nightlife celebrations, the region invites travelers to discover its most anticipated seasonal highlights The inaugural Mexican Caribbean Music Fest, held in Tulum in May, received over 20,000 attendees and hotel occupancy increased by 20 percent. QUINTANA ROO, Mexico, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — […]

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14 h. ago Teen among dead in two fatal crashes on Stoney Trail over weekend

Police believe excessive speed to be a factor in two fatal collisions, one that killed a teenager, that took place over the weekend on Stoney Trail. On Friday evening around 10 p.m., a 16-year-old boy was pronounced dead at the scene after his vehicle crashed into a support post for an overhead directional sign and […]

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15 h. ago Trump to end U.S. sanctions on Syria with executive order, White House says

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said the move was designed to 'promote and support the country's path to stability and peace.'

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15 h. ago Transition Industries Signs Strategic Agreements for the Pacifico Mexinol Project, the Largest Standalone Ultra

Pacifico Mexinol project, a 6,130 MT per day ultra-low carbon methanol production facility worth more than US$3.3b will be located near Topolobampo, Ahome, Sinaloa. Once operational in 2029, Pacifico Mexinol is poised to be the largest standalone ultra-low carbon chemical production facility in the world. MEXICO CITY — Transition Industries LLC, a developer of world-scale, […]

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16 h. ago Le Canada a «cédé» face à Trump en renonçant à sa taxe sur les GAFAM, selon la Maison

Le Canada a «cédé» face à Trump en renonçant à sa taxe sur les géants de la tech, a dit la porte-parole de la Maison-Blanche, Karoline Leavitt, lundi.

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16 h. ago Witness recalls stabbing that left man, 27, dead: 'Traumatizing'

STRATHROY – The owner of a landscaping company was mowing a lawn on a quiet street when he was fatally stabbed in broad daylight, neighbours say.

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16 h. ago Review: Freewill Shakespeare Festival's As You Like It a scrappy, entertaining production

This is Freewill’s 36th outing in Edmonton. Though a combination of factors including COVID and declining revenues have left the company in a vulnerable position, the production itself is robust and resilient

Culture

16 h. ago Two dead in struck truck after pickup fails to stop in Leduc County

The two occupants of the Silverado — a 31-year-old woman and a 30-year-old man — were pronounced dead at the scene

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17 h. ago Huge Toronto summer festival features lineup stacked with international artists

Toronto's summer festival calendar is getting a huge dose of global sounds and rhythm this July with the return of the annual Mixto Festival. The free two-day celebration of international music, art, and culture along Toronto's waterfront takes place on July 12 and 13 this year, marking the festival's seventh edition. The festival is produced by Toronto-based cultural organization Uma Nota Culture, which is known for its unique programming, block parties, and community panels. Part of the Ontario Place Trillium Park SummerSeries, the festival includes two packed days of live music and DJs, dancing, art installations, food and craft vendors, and a licensed bar.     View this post on Instagram           A post shared by Mixto Festival (@mixtofestival)True to its name, Mixto (which means "mixed" in both Portuguese and Spanish), the festival is built on diversity, and plays on...

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18 h. ago Amid calls for separation, Alberta’s new referendum rules set to formally take effect

EDMONTON — As Canada prepares Tuesday to blow out 158 birthday candles, Alberta plans three days later to formalize rules making it easier to have an independence celebration of its own. Beginning Friday, Premier Danielle Smith’s United Conservative government is officially lowering the required threshold for citizens to initiate a provincewide referendum, including on separation. […]

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