67 m. ago Maryland man accused of killing wife with hammer in fight about doctor

An 80-year-old man killed his wife by attacking her with a hammer inside their apartment at the Leisure World community north of Washington, authorities alleged in court new court filings. Vivian Stewart Nation is charged with first-degree murder in Saturday’s death of Beverly Rose Fletcher, 78. Montgomery County Police called to the scene found the […]

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1 hour ago Dirt bike rider, 15, killed in crash with deer: Manitoba RCMP

Manitoba RCMP say a 'heartbreaking' crash in the RM of Dauphin on Saturday night resulted in the death of a 15-year-old boy.

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2 h. ago Fengate highlights responsible investment progress with release of 2024 Sustainability Report

TORONTO, July 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Fengate Asset Management (Fengate) today released its 2024 Sustainability Report (the report), demonstrating the firm’s continued commitment to responsible investment in Canada and the United States (U.S.). Fengate’s second firmwide sustainability report, the latest report details the significant progress made in several key areas between January and December […]

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2 h. ago Australian woman convicted of triple murder after serving mushroom

Erin Patterson was also found guilty of attempting to murder Ian Wilkinson, her estranged husband's uncle, who survived the meal containing death cap mushrooms.

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3 h. ago ‘FBI: Most Wanted’, ‘Nip/Tuck’ star Julian McMahon dead at 56

Actor Julian McMahon, who appeared on the first three seasons of FBI: Most Wanted and was also known for his roles in Nip/Tuck, Charmed and two Fantastic Four movies, has died at age 56 after a battle with cancer. McMahon’s wife, Kelly Paniagua, confirmed his death in a statement shared with Deadline, telling the outlet […]

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3 h. ago Canada Post, union say still no date for offer vote: ‘Chaos and confusion’

The union representing postal workers at Canada Post described a process of 'chaos and confusion' as work continues towards a vote ordered by the federal jobs minister.

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4 h. ago HUNTER: Sex sicko Jeffrey Epstein’s death, perverted pals fuel conspiracy theories

Billionaire pedophile Jeffrey Epstein caught the night train to the scorching fires of hell in 2019. But in the intervening years, conspiracy theories about the well-heeled and well-connected sex trafficker have found fertile ground. Suspicions about his sordid death in a Manhattan jail cell and suspicions of who was on his roster of perversion in […]

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5 h. ago Wyclef Jean et l’oasis antillaise au Festival d’été de Québec

Wyclef Jean a enfilé ses succès sur la place George V.

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5 h. ago Oportun Board of Directors Reiterates Importance of CEO Raul Vazquez’s Continued Stewardship on the Board

Urges stockholders to vote “FOR” Mr. Vazquez and Carlos Minetti on the GREEN proxy card SAN CARLOS, Calif., July 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Oportun (Nasdaq: OPRT) (“Oportun” or the “Company”), a mission-driven financial services company, today issued a letter to stockholders ahead of its July 18 Annual Meeting. The Board encourages all Oportun stockholders to vote “FOR” Oportun’s two […]

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5 h. ago TRUNNANO Alloy Explosion Composite Sheet Technology Makes the Impossible Possible

LUOYANG, China, July 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In the field of global industrial materials, metal explosion composite plates, as a high-performance composite material, are increasingly becoming the core choice of high-end industries such as petrochemicals, marine engineering, and aerospace. As an international leading supplier in this field, TRUNNANO continues to provide global customers with […]

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5 h. ago Conference Board report forecasts 1.5% GDP growth for this year

OTTAWA — The Conference Board of Canada is forecasting the economy will grow by 1.5 per cent this year as uncertainty surrounding U.S. trade policies continues to weigh on business and consumer confidence. Cory Renner, associate director of economic forecasting at the Conference Board, says the economy outperformed expectations in the first quarter, but the […]

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5 h. ago Who decides when a damaged EV is safe to travel on B.C. Ferries?

B.C. Ferries recently refused to let a tow truck carrying a damaged EV board a vessel, citing the risk of combustion in damaged lithium-ion batteries, though the vehicle involved hadn't been in an accident.

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6 h. ago Five Years On, Barrick’s Twiga Partnership Delivers Growth and Shared Value for Tanzania

All amounts expressed in US dollars BULYANHULU, Tanzania, July 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Five years after its formation, the Twiga partnership between Barrick Mining Corporation (NYSE:B)(TSX:ABX) and the government of Tanzania continues to redefine the role of mining in national development, delivering shared value, operational excellence and long-term investment in the country’s future. Speaking […]

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6 h. ago Survivors in Texas describe the floods as a ‘pitch black wall of death’ as more than 80 dead

The floods grew to their worst at the midpoint of a long holiday weekend when many people were asleep

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6 h. ago Mawer Announces Organizational Updates for the Global Equity Strategy

CALGARY, Alberta, July 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Mawer Investment Management Ltd. (“Mawer”) announced today that Paul Moroz, CFA, has assumed the role of lead portfolio manager and David Ragan, CFA, has assumed the role of co-manager for the Mawer Global Equity Strategy, effective immediately. Manar Hassan-Agha, CFA, will continue as co-manager. While Christian Deckart, CFA, PHD, […]

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6 h. ago 'In so much pain': Ethiopian community coming together to support family of boy who died from apartment fall

"As soon as I got there, I knew something was badly wrong. I could see it in the eyes of the police"

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7 h. ago Texas at risk of more flooding as death toll surpasses 80 people

Kerr County residents began clearing mud and salvaging what they could from their demolished properties following the rapidly rising floodwaters that hit late Friday.

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7 h. ago Texas summer camp confirms 27 campers, staff killed in deadly floods

Kerr County residents began clearing mud and salvaging what they could from their demolished properties following the rapidly rising floodwaters that hit late Friday.

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14 h. ago Stunning restored Ontario house built in 1850s hits the market for $4 million

If you've spent any time in Milton, Ontario, you've probably heard of The Judge's House. And if the name doesn't ring a bell, the sight of it almost definitely will.Perched on over half an acre at 57 Victoria St., this historic Victorian manor has long been one of the town's most recognizable homes.Originally built in 1856, it was first owned by Dr. William Hume and later purchased by Judge Thomas Miller in 1868 — hence the nickname.The living room. Over the years, locals have referred to it as Felsgarth Manor, The Judge's House, or The Doctor's House, depending on who you ask.The front porch. The home's striking Georgian-inspired architecture — symmetrical, formal, and built from handmade Flemish bond brick with buff-coloured accents — has always stood out.The family room. But by the time it was bought in 2022, it was, well… a little rough around the edges.Custom arched doorways tie in the Victorian theme with ...

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17 h. ago Report details prison assault that led to B.C. serial killer Robert Pickton’s death

The board of investigation report released Friday says Pickton was assaulted as medication was being distributed in the unit he was housed in at Quebec's Port-Cartier Institution

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