63 m. ago Two men who intervened in Toronto bar fight on trial for manslaughter

The manager of a Jack Astor's restaurant in Toronto where a bar fight turned deadly testified that the accused were defending him after an unprovoked assault.

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68 m. ago Brookfield Asset Management Announces Record First Quarter Results

Quarterly Fee-Related Earnings up 26% Year-Over-Year to Nearly $700 Million $25 Billion of Capital Raised in the Quarter and Over $140 Billion Raised in the Past Year Closed $6 Billion in the First Quarter for Real Estate Flagship—Currently at $16 Billion; Now Set to Be Our Largest Real Estate Strategy NEW YORK, May 06, 2025 […]

Sport

75 m. ago A model employer no more? Disabled workers question the federal government’s commitment to inclusion

WASHINGTON (AP) — Spencer Goidel, a 33-year-old federal worker in Boca Raton, Florida, with autism, knew what he could be losing when he got laid off from his job as an equal employment opportunity specialist at the IRS. Because of his autism spectrum disorder diagnosis, Goidel had been able to secure his spot as one […]

Politics

83 m. ago Kraken Robotics Subsidiary 3D At Depth Completes 1,000th Subsea Metrology

ST. JOHN’S, Newfoundland and Labrador, May 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — 3D At Depth, a subsidiary of Kraken Robotics and leader in subsea metrology and advanced underwater measurement solutions, is proud to announce the successful completion of its 1,000th subsea metrology project. This significant milestone underlines the company’s commitment to innovation, precision, and excellence in […]

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83 m. ago Probe Awards EIS Contract; Advances Permitting for Novador Project

Highlights: As part of the permitting process for the Novador Project, Probe Gold has awarded the Environmental Impact Assessment/Statement (EIA/EIS) contract to WSP. The completed EIA/EIS will form the cornerstone of Probe Gold’s impact assessment application to federal and provincial regulators, and is another significant milestone in the permitting process, bringing the Novador Project closer […]

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1 hour ago Netcracker Receives AI Excellence Award for Customer Experience and Digital Transformation

Netcracker’s AI and GenAI Solutions Recognized by Business Intelligence Group for Connecting the Power of AI With Telco Data to Deliver Exceptional Value WALTHAM, Mass. — Netcracker Technology announced today that it has received the 2025 Artificial Intelligence Excellence Award in the Telecommunications category from Business Intelligence Group. The awards program celebrates innovators who are […]

Economics

1 hour ago Edgewater Wireless to Join Industry Leaders at RDK Tech Summit 2025, Advancing Broadband Innovation and Wi

OTTAWA, Ontario & LONDON — Edgewater Wireless Systems Inc. (TSXV: YFI) (OTC: KPIFF), the industry leader in Wi-Fi Spectrum Slicing technology for residential and enterprise markets, is pleased to announce its participation in the exclusive RDK Tech Summit 2025, taking place May 6–7 at the Hilton London Syon Park in the United Kingdom. This invitation-only […]

Politics

1 hour ago Centerra Gold Announces Quarterly Dividend of C$0.07 per Common Share

TORONTO, May 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Centerra Gold Inc. (“Centerra” or the “Company”) (TSX: CG) (NYSE: CGAU) announced today that its Board of Directors has approved a quarterly dividend of C$0.07 per common share – approximately C$14.6 million or US$10.1 million in aggregate. The quarterly dividend is payable on June 5, 2025, to shareholders […]

Economics

1 hour ago Lenders in Canada Must Exceed Dealer Expectations to Drive Business Growth, J.D. Power Finds

Ford Credit (Captive Prime) and TD Auto Finance (Non-Captive) Rank Highest in Respective Segment TORONTO — As Canada’s automotive sector enters unknown territory amidst an evolving trade market, potentially increasing cost of borrowing and higher new-vehicle pricing, lenders face significant challenges and need to exceed dealers’ expectations to grow their business according to the J.D. […]

Economics

1 hour ago Ontario reimbursed $219K for palliative, homecare medical supplies shortage

The Ford government was forced to pay back 353 claims after supply issues for palliative and home care patients which came after it awarded a new medical contract.

Economics

1 hour ago Ford says Carney must avoid being ‘bullied’ in White House meeting with Trump

Doug Ford made the comments after being asked if he was confident in the prime minister going into the meeting at an unrelated event on Monday.

Transport

1 hour ago Quebec’s envoy in Ottawa leaves office as province seeks larger role in Canada’s U.S. relations

Canada-U.S. relations and the situation with migrants may well now be at the heart of relations between Quebec and Ottawa

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2 h. ago DoorDash agrees to acquire UK rival Deliveroo for $3.9 billion

LONDON (AP) — DoorDash, the ubiquitous U.S. food delivery app, has agreed to acquire British rival Deliveroo for 2.9 billion pounds ($3.9 billion) in cash, expanding its business in Europe, Asia and the Middle East. San Francisco-based DoorDash will pay 180 pence ($2.40) for each Deliveroo share, 29% more than the closing price on April […]

Economics

2 h. ago Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance Enters UK Programs Market, Names Robert Munden to Lead Programs Business

BOSTON & LONDON & MANCHESTER, England — Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) today announced its entrance into the UK Programs business and appointed Rob Munden as Head of Programs, UK. “This move further rounds out our capabilities in the UK and Europe, and reflects our long-term strategy to expand our business beyond our traditional large […]

Economics

2 h. ago $14M in Jewels Hit Auction Block for $1 Amidst Tariff Turmoil

LAS VEGAS, May 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — With rising tariffs, inflation, and economic uncertainty shaking global markets, investors are turning to gold and fine jewelry as a safe-haven asset. Now, a $14 million jewelry auction series at Lloyds Auctions is giving buyers the ultimate opportunity to secure gold, diamonds, and rare luxury pieces starting […]

Economics

2 h. ago Yemeni terror suspect arrested in Toronto accused of making threats

Sources have told Global News that Husam Taha Ali Al-Sewaiee is accused of trying to join an Iranian-backed terrorist faction.

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2 h. ago TRREB: Preconditions for Housing Rebound in Place Once Economic Confidence is Restored

TORONTO, May 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — April home sales followed the regular seasonal trend with an increase relative to March. However, total residential transactions in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) were down compared to the same time last year, as potential buyers continue to wait for lower borrowing costs and for certainty about the […]

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3 h. ago 1 in 3 Canadians say down payments are blocking homeownership

TORONTO and MONTREAL, May 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As rent prices outpace inflation and wages lag, one-in-three (32%) Canadians say saving for a down payment is the biggest barrier keeping them out of the housing market, according to a new survey from CPA Canada and BDO Debt Solutions. Another 30 per cent of Canadians […]

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3 h. ago Abdulla: Abusing doctors and staff won't make health care any better

Patients are under stress in our over-burdened system. So are family physicians and their colleagues. I get the worry. But I don’t get the rudeness.

Science

3 h. ago ‘We don’t want to be warehoused’: Advocates push for community

Seniors and advocates say getting proper supports can keep them living at home.

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