2 h. ago THE LATEST: Conservative infighting continues to flare up as campaign winds down

Follow the Toronto Sun’s live coverage of Canada’s 45th general election and tariff-related news, with contributions from Brian Lilley, Bryan Passifiume, Lorrie Goldstein and columnists Joe Warmington and Warren Kinsella, as well as contributions from the Sun’s editors and reporters covering the election ahead of the April 28 vote. Plus, you can find all of […]

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5 h. ago Drag performer Jiggly Caliente from ’RuPaul’s Drag Race’ franchise dies at 44 after hospitalization for infection

NEW YORK — Drag performer Bianca Castro-Arabejo, who was known as reality television star Jiggly Caliente on “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” died Sunday at age 44, days after her family reported hospitalization for a serious infection. Castro-Arabejo, who became a judge on “Drag Race Philippines” in 2022, scrapped plans to appear on the upcoming season after […]

Events

6 h. ago Asia Gains Lead in Race for Interim Deals to Avoid Trump Tariffs

Asian economies geared for exports and facing some of the highest US “reciprocal” tariffs are leading the way over their western counterparts in trade negotiations with the Trump administration.

Economics

6 h. ago ECB Prepares for June Cut as Economy Hurt Even If Trade Is Fixed

European Central Bank officials are preparing to lower interest rates further, expecting lasting damage to the economy from US tariffs even if Donald Trump’s administration softens its stance in the weeks ahead.

Economics

7 h. ago Canola’s Canadian roots targeted and tested by Chinese tariffs, Saskatchewan farmers say

'It feels personal when people come after canola'

Economics

8 h. ago How Canadians are standing up to the U.S. and Trump’s tariffs in the grocery aisles

Defiant shoppers are trying new brands and recipes — often paying more — to support Canadian businesses and send a clear message south

Economics

10 h. ago ‘It feels personal’: Canadian farmers cope with Chinese tariffs on canola and peas

MOOSE JAW — Canola runs deep on Margaret Rigetti’s farm in southern Saskatchewan. Her grandfather was among the first to grow the bright yellow flowering crop in the 1970s, and it has been a staple ever since. “For a large part of Saskatchewan, the farm economy has been driven by canola,” Rigetti, a director with […]

Economics

12 h. ago Israeli Economy at Risk From Tariffs, Central Bank Chief Says

Israel’s central bank said that US-imposed tariffs are affecting the Jewish state’s economy as markets and tech investments come under risk.

Economics

13 h. ago Shein Hikes US Prices as Much as 377% Ahead of Tariff Increases

Fast-fashion giant Shein Group Ltd. raised US prices of its products from dresses to kitchenware ahead of imminent tariffs on small parcels, in an early sign of the potential effect of the trade war on American consumers.

Economics

26 h. ago US Economy Was Already Sputtering Before Trade Pain Kicked In

After cruising along comfortably for most of last year, the world’s largest economy lost altitude at the start of 2025 as consumers tired and the trade deficit ballooned on a tariff-related scramble for imports.

Economics

32 h. ago THE LATEST: Leaders have packed itineraries, Liberals maintain slim lead

Follow the Toronto Sun’s live coverage of Canada’s 45th general election and tariff-related news, with contributions from Brian Lilley, Bryan Passifiume, Lorrie Goldstein and columnists Joe Warmington and Warren Kinsella, as well as contributions from the Sun’s editors and reporters covering the election ahead of the April 28 vote. Plus, you can find all of […]

Politics

37 h. ago Charting the Global Economy: US Dollar Slide Evocative of Nixon

The dollar is on pace for its worst performance during the first 100 days of a US presidency since Richard Nixon was in the White House as Donald Trump imposes tariffs and attempts to reshape global trade.

Culture

48 h. ago Canada election race enters final days with leaders sticking to strengths

Mark Carney of the Liberals focused on U.S. tariff threats in Sault Ste. Marie, Ont. and Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre campaigned on his anti-crime platform in Saskatoon.

Politics

49 h. ago Trump, China trade conflicting statements on trade talks, raising confusion

Trump asserted in an interview and in exchanges with reporters Friday that tariff negotiations were underway with China, but Beijing denied any talks were taking place.

Economics

49 h. ago Trading card hobby in Canada impacted by mounting trade war centred around U.S.

MISSISSAUGA — The international trade war started by U.S. President Donald Trump has complicated collecting trading cards in Canada. Several facets of the hobby have been impacted by the shifting web of tariffs between Canada, China, and the United States, with distributors, retailers, resellers, auction houses and collectors riding the highs and lows. Jeff MacDougall, […]

Economics

50 h. ago What Trump told Time magazine about tariffs, taxes and the rule of law

Trump's insistence that his comments about Canada are 'not trolling' was far from the only moment that stood out from the wide-ranging interview.

Economics

51 h. ago Swarms of aggravating midges are taking over Toronto once again

They're back, and as always, they're as annoying as ever. Toronto's infamous midges have officially returned in swarms for 2025, and if you've been near the lake or tried to enjoy a peaceful park stroll lately, you've likely met dark clouds of them up close, or even accidentally swallowed a few.The tiny, cloud-forming bugs belong to the family known as Chironomidae, and although they don't bite, it doesn't make their presence any less irritating.The flies typically emerge in thick swarms starting in mid-April, and are known for flying into people's faces, getting tangled in your hair, and even becoming unintentional snacks mid-conversation or bike ride.The midge invasion hits like clockwork every spring, especially along Toronto's waterfront. With temperatures on the rise, it looks like the first wave has already landed, and so too have complaints on social media.While they are definitely a huge nuisance, midges actually play a vital role in Lake ...

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52 h. ago ECB’s Vujcic Says Current Tariffs Not Worst Scenario for Europe

European Central Bank Governing Council member Boris Vujcic said the current configuration of US tariffs isn’t the most detrimental for euro-zone growth — striking a more upbeat tone on the outlook than some of his colleagues.

Economics

53 h. ago Trump keeps contradicting himself on tariffs, making a fragile world economy nervous

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump can’t stop contradicting himself on his own tariff plans. He says he’s on a path to cut several new trade deals in a few weeks — but has also suggested it’s “physically impossible” to hold all the needed meetings. Trump has said he will simply set new tariff rates […]

Economics

56 h. ago Trump’s trade whiplash sinks world into dreaded ‘uncertainty’

Visiting officials were careful to tread a line between pushing back against U.S. tariffs and not seeking to stoke tensions

Economics