3 h. ago B.C. Supreme Court strains under increase in complex cases and jury trials, plus judge shortage

Chronic shortage of judges adds to delays and bumping of trials, according to 2024 annual reports for B.C. Supreme Court and Appeal Court

Transport

3 h. ago This Day in History, 1956: Racists attack singer Nat King Cole onstage in Alabama

The legendary singer and pianist was targeted by bigots upset at white people listening to Black music

Events

3 h. ago Conservatives vow Canada businesses to see 25% less red tape

(Bloomberg) — Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre promised to wake up the Canadian economy from the “red-tape-induced slumber” in his latest pitch to businesses ahead of the April 28 election. Poilievre — whose party is trailing Mark Carney’s Liberals in most polls — said Saturday that his government will cut 25% of all red tape within […]

Economics

4 h. ago THE LATEST: Federal leaders enter second full weekend of campaign

POILIEVRE PROMISES BUSINESSES TO SEE 25% LESS RED TAPE Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre promised to wake up the Canadian economy from the “red-tape-induced slumber” in his latest pitch to businesses – a so-called ‘two-for-one’ law is a more aggressive version of the existing Red Tape Reduction Act that enforces a one-for-one rule. Poilievre said he […]

Politics

7 h. ago The Latest: Trump’s tariffs unleash trade war and calls for negotiations

U.S. President Donald Trump’s big raise in tariffs has triggered an escalating trade war and sent global markets plummeting. The S&P 500 fell 6% Friday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average plunged 5.5% and the Nasdaq composite dropped 5.8%. China announced Friday that it will impose a 34% tax on all U.S. imports next week, part […]

Economics

14 h. ago Dimanche: What you need to know about travelling to the United States

Recent reports of tourists being detained at the United States border have many questioning whether travel to the country is safe

Other

16 h. ago Rookie Ja’Kobe Walter stars, but Raptors fall at home to Pistons

Fellow freshman Jamal Shead added 14 and eight assists to pass Jose Calderon for second on Toronto's rookie season assists list behind Damon Stoudamire.

Other

19 h. ago Mohawk Industries, Inc. Invites You to Join its First Quarter Earnings Conference Call

CALHOUN, Ga., April 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In conjunction with Mohawk Industries’ (NYSE: MHK) First Quarter 2025 earnings release on Thursday, May 1, 2025, you are invited to listen to the conference call that will be broadcast live on Friday, May 2, 2025, at 11:00 am ET.       What:   Mohawk Industries’ […]

Culture

19 h. ago Center for Disease Analysis Foundation Awards Third Round of Grants for the CDAF Relink Program

LAFAYETTE, Colo. — Building on the progress of the first two rounds, the Center for Disease Analysis Foundation (CDAF) Relink program is pleased to announce seven hundred and eighty-two thousand dollars in funding for its third round of grantees. The following six organizations are beneficiaries: Organization Organization Type State Bluestone Health Association Inc. Healthcare Institution […]

Other

20 h. ago A woman killed after reporting stalking by an ex thought her husband might be behind messages

BROOMFIELD, Colo. (AP) — In the final weeks of her life, a man Kristil Krug believed to be her ex-boyfriend sent her threatening and lewd texts and emails that made her think she was being watched. He knew the registration stickers on her license plates were expired and that she had been to the dentist […]

Events

20 h. ago Police statement no help in jogging reluctant witness's memory

After watching one of his police statements on video, Shane Cameron testified he still couldn’t remember anything about Grant Norton’s death

Events

22 h. ago 'So many concerns': RMA says new report on abandoned wells does not address concerns raised

The Rural Municipalities of Alberta says the new government-commissioned report on what to do about the long-standing issue of inactive oil and gas wells does nothing to address concerns it has brought to the table. RMA president Kara Westerlund said none of the 21 recommendations put forward in the report released on Thursday addressed the […]

Other

22 h. ago More sexual assault charges laid against Edmonton massage therapist

An Edmonton massage therapist is facing two additional charges of sexual assault after more complainants alleged they were sexually assaulted at an Edmonton massage clinic. In December, Edmonton police received a report from a woman who claimed she was sexually assaulted at a massage clinic in the Oliver neighbourhood. After investigating the allegations, police charged […]

Events

23 h. ago Nigeria has received more than 1 million vaccines to fight an ongoing meningitis outbreak

ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — Nigeria has received more than 1 million vaccines from the Gavi-funded global stockpile to combat a meningitis outbreak in the northern part of the country, the government said on Friday. At least 74 people have died from the disease, with more than 800 cases reported across 23 of Nigeria’s 36 states, […]

Economics

23 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...

Economics

24 h. ago Nintendo reporte les précommandes pour sa Switch 2 en évoquant les tarifs

Le report ne vise, pour le moment, que les États-Unis. La vente devait initialement débuter le 9 avril.

Economics

24 h. ago Queen of the Ring biopic shows how hard pro wrestler Mildred Burke fought for respect

Vancouver's Emily Bett Rickards was pumped-up to play the groundbreaking and rule-changing female pro wrestler Mildred Burke.

Other

24 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 The LFP Podcast, ep. 206: Is this the most interesting local federal election race?

Rachel Gilbert spoke with Brian Williams, who reported that departing Conservative MP Karen Vecchio won't endorse Andrew Lawton

Politics

26 h. ago Alberta oil well report updated after concerns raised over taxpayer backstop recommendation

The Alberta Energy Regulator says there are nearly 500,000 licensed oil and gas wells across the province, although only about 50,000 are active.

Economics