7 h. ago DEAR ABBY: Relationship shares distinct similarity with the last one

DEAR ABBY: I’ve been divorced for 13 years and have been dating “Paul” for the last five years. Paul is kind, helps with things around the house and loves my friends and family. We share many common interests and enjoy being together. We are now considering moving to the next step: marriage. We already live […]

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21 h. ago CEO accused of choking man on cruise ship over barefoot dancing incident

The complaint alleges that the victim was dancing barefoot on the dance floor at the ship's bar when Kenneth DeGiorgio's wife asked him to put his shoes on.

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22 h. ago Buyers offering way under asking price for homes in most parts of Toronto area

Despite a small surge just before the official start of spring, bidding activity on homes in the GTA largely seized up in March thanks to the ongoing trade war between Canada and the U.S. These economic and political uncertainties have convinced many prospective buyers to put their dreams of homeownership on hold, and as a result, homes in certain areas of the GTA are seeing bids well below their listing prices. A recent analysis by the digital real estate platform Wahi compared the differences between list and sold prices in roughly 400 neighbourhoods across the GTA. At the end of each month, the platform compares the differences between median list and sold prices to determine whether neighbourhoods are in overbidding or underbidding territory. Source: Wahi.Data was sourced from Information Technology Systems Ontario (ITSO) and the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB).According to the report, approximately 20 per cent of GTA neighbourhoods with at le...

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23 h. ago Billionaire tycoon personally launches new Toronto flight to European capital

Travelling across the pond is going to be even easier for Toronto residents this summer, as a new direct flight service between Pearson Airport and the country known for its bangers and mash, Sunday roast, and fish and chips has officially launched. After pausing its service between the two cities for over a decade, Virgin Atlantic has launched a brand-new direct route between London Heathrow and Toronto Pearson Airport. Known for its mild and pleasant summers, London draws over 20 million visitors from all over the world every year, thanks to its plethora of attractions, such as the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and Hyde Park, as well as its renowned museums and lively pubs. This past Sunday, the airline officially launched its daily flights between Toronto and London, and on board one of the first flights at Pearson Airport was Virgin Group founder and billionaire Sir Richard Branson, who has a reported net worth of $2.8 billion (USD).   &n...

Economics

25 h. ago Huge share of Canadian renters blame housing crisis on wages

A new survey by online marketplace rentals.ca shows that many Canadian renters feel priced out of the housing market, with several factors driving unaffordability.The 2025 Federal Election Survey questioned hundreds of Canadian renters and discovered that over 40 per cent blamed the housing crisis on wage stagnation compared to housing prices.A total of 47 per cent of renters surveyed also identified stagnant wages and rising housing costs as a key issue in the upcoming federal election."Renters are just as concerned about affordability pressures and economic fairness as they are about supply constraints," stated the report."While issues for currently undecided voters were similar to the broader population, they did skew more towards concerns with inflation and wage stagnation, indicating that addressing the overall cost of living could be the key for parties hoping to win over these swing voters."A recent report from Normandin Beaudry, an actuarial consulting service, sai...

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26 h. ago St. Maarten offers cash, plane tickets and hotel stay to fight brain drain

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — The Dutch Caribbean territory of St. Maarten is offering cash, plane tickets and an extended hotel stay to attract professionals and students back home. Prime Minister Luc Mercelina announced this week that married couples would get $2,000 and single people $1,100 for a relocation allowance, as well as economy-class plane […]

Culture

27 h. ago New and used car prices set to rise due to Trump tariffs: experts

Experts say U.S. tariffs on Canadian auto imports will drive prices higher for both new and used cars. Sean Mactavish, CEO of used-car marketplace Autozen, says prices are already rising on some used cars as sellers anticipate buyers looking for a better deal compared to a new vehicle. “New car prices go up. People (look) […]

Economics

28 h. ago Canadian economy lost 33,000 jobs in March, biggest loss since 2022

OTTAWA — Statistics Canada says the economy lost 33,000 jobs in March, the biggest loss since January 2022, while the unemployment rate ticked higher. The agency says the unemployment rate for March rose to 6.7 per cent compared with 6.6 per cent in February. The drop in jobs reverses some of the gains made by […]

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31 h. ago DEAR ABBY: Man has no shame in comparing wife’s attractiveness

DEAR ABBY: I’ve been with my husband for 19 years, and we have established a loving, stable relationship despite some very tumultuous times. I have always known he finds me attractive, and he compliments my appearance, but many times throughout our marriage, his demeanour toward me has changed if someone more attractive is around. (He […]

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36 h. ago Comrie shines in goal as Winnipeg Jets blank Golden Knights 4

With his wife due to give birth any day now, Comrie turned aside all 26 shots he faced including 14 in the third as Winnipeg maintained their four-point lead atop the Central.

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39 h. ago ’Small decline’ in Ontario measles outbreak with 89 new cases reported

Ontario is reporting 89 new measles cases over the last week, bringing the province’s case count to 661 since an outbreak began in the fall. That’s compared to just over 100 new cases last week and 120 the week before. Dr. Sarah Wilson, a public health physician at Public Health Ontario, said numbers “look to […]

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46 h. ago Here are the places in Toronto you can get discounts with your Presto card this month

If you're a regular TTC or GO Transit commuter, odds are that you own a Presto card, and aside from helping you make your way across the city, your card can actually unlock some exclusive discounts on events, sports games, and attractions in Toronto. That's right — throughout the year, there are dozens of places in Toronto that will grant you a hefty discount just with a simple flash of your Presto card or a discount code inputed online. While some discounts are available year-round, there are a few that are only available this April that you should be aware of. These are all the places you can get a discount in Toronto just by showing your Presto card or applying a code online this April. Events Living Luxe Design Show If you're passionate about design, fashion, architecture, or real estate, you might want to check out the Living Luxe Design Show, which is happening April 25 to 27 at the Toronto Congress Centre. Tickets f...

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50 h. ago Sheinbaum Dispatches Trade Chief to Washington for Tariff Talks

Mexico plans to continue negotiations with the US on steel and auto tariffs even as President Claudia Sheinbaum’s government celebrates its preferential treatment compared to other nations slammed by US President Donald Trump’s new duties.

Economics

50 h. ago Toronto's real estate market is in major trouble amid global uncertainty

The Greater Toronto Area's (GTA) real estate market is currently facing some significant challenges, with March 2025 marking the lowest home sales for the month in over two decades.Spring usually brings a boost in housing activity, but this year, it's witnessed a slow market with many prospective buyers putting a hold on their homeownership dreams ahead of the federal election and the ongoing trade war with the U.S.According to the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board's (TRREB) March report, many buyers have adopted a "wait-and-see approach," which has translated into slower market activity. However, amid these challenges, the report also revealed a silver lining for would-be homeowners.The report indicates that homeownership in the GTA became more affordable in March 2025 compared to the previous year. On average, both borrowing costs and home prices declined over the past year, which made monthly payments more manageable for households looking to purchase property in the region...

Politics

52 h. ago Statistics Canada reports $1.5B trade deficit for February as exports fell

OTTAWA — Statistics Canada says the country’s merchandise trade balance fell to a deficit of $1.5 billion in February as exports fell. The federal agency says the result compared with a surplus of $3.1 billion in January. Total exports dropped 5.5 per cent to $70.1 billion in February as exports of energy products fell 6.3 […]

Economics

55 h. ago Greater Toronto home sales drop in March amid trade concerns: TRREB

Home sales in the Greater Toronto Area fell 23.1 per cent in March while more supply hit the market, helping bring down prices compared with a year ago.

Economics

55 h. ago DEAR ABBY: Wife tired of sober spouse’s crankiness when she has a drink

DEAR ABBY: I’ve been married to “Chuck” for 40 years. We’ve had a fairly decent life together, even though Chuck drank heavily for 35 of those years. Now, as we enter our twilight years, he has experienced various medical problems, which have prompted him to stop drinking altogether. Although this is a good thing, I […]

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58 h. ago Un homme et une femme arrêtés pour trafic de drogue à Shawinigan

Un homme de 32 ans et une femme de 26 ans arrêtés pour trafic de drogue ont comparu mercredi au palais de justice de Shawinigan, en Mauricie.

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3 d. ago Aurora Spine Announces Publication of Biomechanical Study Demonstrating Superiority of SiLO TFX™ Sacroiliac Fusion System

CARLSBAD, California, April 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Aurora Spine Corporation (“Aurora Spine” or the “Company”) (TSXV: ASG) (OTCQB: ASAPF), a designer and manufacturer of innovative medical devices that improve spinal surgery outcomes, today announced the publication of a new clinical study titled “Fixation of the Sacroiliac Joint: A Cadaver-Based Concurrent-Controlled Biomechanical Comparison of Posterior […]

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3 d. ago B.C. veteran’s love story and recovery told on Okanagan stage

The love story of Trevor and Debbie Greene now being told in a play by Sean Harris Oliver called 'The Soldier's Wife.'

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