10 h. ago US envoy says Putin agreed to security protections for Ukraine as part of Trump summit

Putin has agreed to let the U.S. and EU offer Ukraine NATO-style security guarantees, U.S. envoy says, calling it a major step toward a possible peace deal.

Politics

14 h. ago Pianiste de Madonna et de Christina Aguilera, ce musicien montréalais a décroché un rôle dans le nouveau film de Spike Lee mettant en vedette Denzel Washington

Le pianiste montréalais Ric’key Pageot a décroché son premier rôle au cinéma dans le nouveau film de Spike Lee mettant en vedette Denzel Washington.

Culture

15 h. ago Christine Van Geyn: Letting safety override freedom makes us all ‘pre

As in the movie Minority Report, when governments define everyone as potentially dangerous, everyone becomes subject to control

Culture

15 h. ago Letters: Liberty versus wildfire risk and other burning issues

Readers weigh in on forest bans during wildfire season, the exposé on animal testing at an Ontario hospital, whether our elbows should be "up" or down, plus much more

Events

30 h. ago New Zealand woman and son back home after three weeks in ICE custody

It's sweet freedom for Kiwi Sarah Shaw, finally released after visa snafu at Blaine border crossing landed her in a South Texas immigration processing centre

Other

30 h. ago Fringe Review: Punjabi Wabi Sabi lets vibrant performer shine

Punjabi Wabi Sabi 3 Stars out of 5 Stage 34, The Faculty Stage, 10151 82 Ave. Wabi sabi is the Japanese concept of appreciating the beauty of the imperfect. While that’s a gross generalization of a complex philosophy, it fits Tahina Awan’s new one-woman show. She explores her life as a Muslim girl growing up […]

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32 h. ago I tried the 2025 CNE's Dinner in the Sky and ate eggplant parm 150 feet above Toronto

The Canadian National Exhibition (CNE) is infamous for all its over-the-top food and thrills, but at the 2025 CNE, they're taking things to new heights — literally — and we decided to join in on the craziness.How, you may ask? By trying Dinner in the Sky, a three-course meal, fully plated and served by stellar (and may I add, brave) chefs, while suspended 150 feet above Toronto.Do I have your attention? Alright, let's dive into how it went!Checking in and baggageWe walked into the CNE grounds — where the fair-goers' energy was palpable — and headed straight to where the Dinner in the Sky flights were departing: Stanley Barracks.The check-in area at Stanley Barracks is complete with a booth, lounge area, and the Kaboom Sojubomb Cocktail Bar, where Dinner in the Sky diners are served a complimentary drink. After checking in, Danny, our gracious host, offered us a complimentary drink at the Kaboom Sojubomb Cocktail Bar while we wa...

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36 h. ago Entertainment industry leaders criticize TIFF’s handling of October 7 film in open letter

TIFF's handling of the film is part of 'a disturbing pattern' that has emerged since October 7th, says CCFP executive director Ari Ingel

Politics

42 h. ago Concert review: Day 1 of Country Thunder checks all the boxes for fans of mainstream country

Texas singer-songwriter Cody Johnson was apparently so overcome with allergies this week that he spent the pre-show hours before his closing set at Country Thunder taking it easy on the tour bus, resting his voice and sipping hot tea. Not very outlaw, but sensible. This isn’t to suggest that Johnson gave anything less than a […]

Sport

45 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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45 h. ago SuperFrancoFête | «L’été de mes chansons» à l’Agora : «vive la musique, vive le Québec libre!»

Les artistes de Québec ont volé la vedette lors de la soirée d'ouverture de la SuperFrancoFête.

Other

46 h. ago Maine state senator’s pitch for western provinces to join U.S. is ‘nonsense,’ says ‘enraged’ B.C. MLA

B.C. Conservative Brennan Day said the most shocking part was the letter's attack on institutions, like the Charter of Rights, parliamentary government and monarchism

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50 h. ago Letters to the Sun: No regrets about leaving the city for the suburbs 

Letters to the Sun: No regrets about leaving the city for the suburbs 

Other

51 h. ago ‘I have to do something’: Charleswood residents question safety of excavation next door

Charleswood resident says multi-unit development next door has put her yard — and her family’s safety — at risk.

Other

51 h. ago Doug Ford hands cabinet ministers mandate letters months after winning snap election

Multiple sources confirmed to Global News that mandate letters were finally delivered to cabinet ministers this week, giving each member of Ford’s top team specific instructions.

Politics

54 h. ago SuperFrancoFête | «L’été de mes chansons»: c’est complet à l’Agora, mais on peut regarder en ligne

Le spectacle qui réunit des vedettes établies et des étoiles montantes de la musique québécoise sera diffusé en direct et gratuitement.

Other

55 h. ago Grocery giant reveals it's opening a new store in Toronto amid closure of two others

Whole Foods, the health-focused supermarket chain with somewhat of a cult following, has just confirmed the closure of two of its Toronto stores — but, alongside the less-positive news, the company has shared that it will be opening a new outpost in the city to make up for it.Staff at the Leaside and Yonge-Sheppard locations of the American purveyor of organic, good-for-you groceries and pre-made meals found out early on Friday morning that their workplaces were set to close later this month; on August 22, to be exact, a Whole Foods spokesperson confirmed to blogTO after our initial reporting on what were, earlier this morning, just rumours."Like any retail business, we regularly evaluate each of our stores and make decisions to position the company for long-term success," a company representative told us over email around 11 a.m."We are committed to supporting all impacted team members and making any transition as seamless as possible, and l...

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55 h. ago Whole Foods reveals it's opening a new store in Toronto amid closure of two others

Whole Foods, the health-focused supermarket chain with somewhat of a cult following, has just confirmed the closure of two of its Toronto stores — but, alongside the less-positive news, the company has shared that it will be opening a new outpost in the city to make up for it.Staff at the Leaside and Yonge-Sheppard locations of the American purveyor of organic, good-for-you groceries and pre-made meals found out early on Friday morning that their workplaces were set to close later this month; on August 22, to be exact, a Whole Foods spokesperson confirmed to blogTO after our initial reporting on what were, earlier this morning, just rumours."Like any retail business, we regularly evaluate each of our stores and make decisions to position the company for long-term success," a company representative told us over email around 11 a.m."We are committed to supporting all impacted team members and making any transition as seamless as possible, and l...

Other

56 h. ago Texas Blames ESG Efforts in Probe of Xcel Over 2024 Wildfires

The Texas attorney general is investigating utility Xcel Energy Inc. and its contractor for two wildfires that devastated the state last year, saying the companies may have prioritized environmental and diversity goals over maintenance and safety.

Events

56 h. ago CUPE: 88% of Canadians support Air Canada flight attendants, new poll confirms

TORONTO — New polling conducted by Abacus Data confirms that nearly 9-in-10 Canadians support Air Canada flight attendants’ fight for fair pay – and they want the federal government to back off and let them negotiate it freely and fairly. 88% per cent of Canadians believe flight attendants should be paid for all work-related duties […]

Economics