39 m. ago Burton and Seaboyer: Canada can do much better than join the 'Golden Dome' defence

This fixation on missile defence ignores the fact that many contemporary attack methods don't involve missile-based warfare. Consider drones, or cyber attacks, for instance.

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51 m. ago Patient Advocates File Formal Complaints from 50 Patients, Call for Urgent Action to Stop Illegal Fees in Private Clinics

TORONTO, June 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Ontario Health Coalition was joined by patients from across Ontario in a press conference today as they announced that they have filed formal complaints on behalf of patients charged user fees for health care at private clinics. When the Ford government redirected resources away from public hospitals […]

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61 m. ago Trump Meets With Security Team After Demanding Iran ‘Surrender’

President Donald Trump was meeting with his national security team in Washington on Tuesday to discuss the escalating Middle East conflict, according to people familiar with the matter, fueling fresh speculation that the US is on the verge of joining Israel’s attack on Iran.

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1 hour ago Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs probably won’t testify as defence says its case could be less than 2 days

NEW YORK — The possibility that music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs might testify at his federal sex trafficking trial all but vanished Tuesday after his lawyer predicted a defence presentation lasting as little as two days and a judge said jurors could begin deliberations as early as next week. Attorney Marc Agnifilo offered the hint […]

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3 h. ago Cyber A.I. Group Appoints Irving Bruckstein as Director of Global Technology Integration

Proven AI Strategist Joins Cyber A.I.’s Elite Technology Team for Accelerated Global Launch of CyberAI Sentinel 2.0™ Advanced Cybersecurity Initiatives MIAMI, NEW YORK and LONDON, June 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cyber A.I. Group, Inc. (“CyberAI” or the “Company”), an emerging growth Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence and IT services company engaged in the development of next-generation […]

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3 h. ago Lack of appropriate safeguards led to 23andMe data breach, joint investigation finds

OTTAWA — Canada’s privacy watchdog says inadequate security measures opened the door to a data breach discovered two years ago at genetic testing company 23andMe. Privacy commissioner Philippe Dufresne and U.K. information commissioner John Edwards released the findings from their joint investigation of the breach, which affected almost seven million people, including nearly 320,000 in […]

Economics

4 h. ago SIMMONS: The mystery of Mitch Marner – the greatest unpopular player in Leafs history

Toronto should have loved Mitch Marner the way it once loved Doug Gilmour or Darryl Sittler or Wendel Clark or, long before that, Dave Keon.

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7 h. ago Midland in Partnership With SOQUEM Begins Its 2025 Exploration Program in a Strategic Part of the Labrador Trough, Quebec

MONTREAL, June 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Midland Exploration Inc. (“Midland”) (TSX-V: MD) is pleased to present its summer 2025 exploration program under the Strategic Alliance (the “Alliance”) with SOQUEM Inc. (“SOQUEM”) focusing on exploration in the Labrador Trough in Nunavik. With a joint budget of $1 million, this program is the continuation of work undertaken since 2021. […]

Culture

8 h. ago Bitget Joins Forces with Sweat Wallet as A Main Sponsor of Crypto Conference Zrce Beach 2025

VICTORIA, Seychelles, June 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitget, the leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, is proud to announce its participation as the main sponsor of the highly anticipated Crypto Conference Zrce Beach 2025, taking place from June 18–21 at the iconic Noa Beach Club and Rocks Club. Bringing together the energy of a […]

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13 h. ago Bitget Joins UNICEF Game Changers Coalition to Provide Blockchain Education to 300K People in 2025

Leading cryptocurrency exchange Bitget and UNICEF Luxembourg announce partnership to deliver digital and tech skills for girls. VICTORIA, Seychelles and LUXEMBOURG, June 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitget, the leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, has entered a three-year partnership with UNICEF Luxembourg to advance digital skills and blockchain literacy among young people. The partnership […]

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17 h. ago OCEU/CUPE 1750 President to Join Sudbury Picket Line as WSIB Strike Enters Fourth Week

SUDBURY, Ontario — As the strike by Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) workers stretches into its fourth week, Harry Goslin, President of the Ontario Compensation Employees Union (OCEU/CUPE 1750), will join the picket line in Sudbury on Tuesday, June 17 at 12:30 p.m., to support members in their push for a fair contract and […]

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18 h. ago OCEU/CUPE 1750 President to Join North Bay Picket Line as WSIB Strike Enters Fourth Week

NORTH BAY, Ontario — As the strike by Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) workers enters its fourth week, the President of the Ontario Compensation Employees Union (OCEU/CUPE 1750), Harry Goslin, will be on the North Bay picket line tomorrow, June 17th at 10:00 a.m., standing in solidarity with frontline workers demanding safer workloads, fair […]

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21 h. ago Maggie Mac Neil, Jeff Carter joining London Sports Hall of Fame

The London Sports Hall of Fame announced six inductees who will be honoured at a ceremony Nov. 6 at the Hellenic Centre.

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23 h. ago Mitch Marner's breakup with the Toronto Maple Leafs is getting messy

The latest twist in the ongoing breakup between Mitch Marner and the Toronto Maple Leafs appears to have hit the non-profit sector.According to YYZSportsMedia's Jonah Sigel, Marner's charity — known as the Marner Assist Foundation — is cancelling its annual summer event in Toronto, originally set for next month."After thoughtful consideration, we have made the difficult decision to cancel this year's event, scheduled for July 10 and 11. The uncertainty around Mitch's summer schedule makes it challenging to plan responsibly. Out of respect for the time and commitment of our partners and supporters, we feel it's best to make this decision now," the statement read as shared by Sigel. "While we are disappointed not to come together this year, the Foundation will continue to honour all its commitments to charitable partners. We remain deeply grateful for the community."Multiple reports have suggested that conversation has ceased be...

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23 h. ago TMC Announces Appointment of Michael Hess and Alex Spiro to its Board of Directors

Michael Hess, an experienced investor and operator in the energy sector, brings deep networks and expertise in financing and developing businesses focused on the U.S. energy supply chain Alex Spiro, a high-profile U.S. attorney and investor, joins with extensive regulatory, governance and capital markets experience across sectors including energy, technology, and mining Appointments strengthen TMC’s […]

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24 h. ago Ottawa Charge leading scorer Tereza Vanišová expected to sign with PWHL Vancouver

Considered by GM Mike Hirshfeld as a “top priority” to re-sign back in May, Ottawa Charge leading goal scorer Tereza Vanišová is expected to join PWHL Vancouver after the first day of the league’s free agency window, according to Ian Kennedy of The Hockey News. The 29 year old’s talents have been in great demand […]

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25 h. ago UK ’shied away’ from ethnicity of grooming gangs in child sex abuse inquiries, report finds

The government announced Saturday that it will hold a national inquiry into organized child sexual abuse

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25 h. ago Here's what will replace Toronto's first suburban shopping plaza after 70 years

Toronto's first-ever suburban shopping plaza is destined for demolition after over seven decades at the Bathurst and Lawrence intersection.Conceptual plans to redevelop the Lawrence Plaza property at 534 Lawrence Ave W. first emerged earlier this year, and the push to demolish the plaza has since taken a big step forward with the submission of a formal planning application with the City of Toronto.Developer RioCan has entered into a joint venture with property owner the Milestone Group with hopes to transform the site — which has hosted a shopping centre since 1953 — into a new mixed-use community that would introduce significant residential density while preserving the site's importance as a retail centre.The project team announced in March that it has begun working on a "vision to reimagine Lawrence Plaza as a vibrant mixed-use community that celebrates its history and context."Locals got their first glimpse at preliminary concept plans for the redeve...

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25 h. ago Protein coffee is gaining momentum, with Tim Hortons and Starbucks joining the fray

Amid a protein-everything craze, coffee is primed for a boost

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25 h. ago Child sex charges stayed against Manitoba First Nation chief

The provincial court says charges of sexual assault, sexual interference and possessing and making child pornography were stayed Friday against Christopher Traverse.

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