11 h. ago Man, 54, allegedly dealt drugs out of his Eglinton West barber shop

More than $100G in fentanyl, cocaine, crack cocaine, marijuana, and hash was allegedly seized in Project Fade

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17 h. ago Letters September 13, 2024: ‘The man who killed Charlie Kirk deserves what he gets.’

No escaping what he did Re: ‘We Got Him’: Tyler Robinson, 22, Identified As Suspect Arrested In Charlie Kirk Assassination… You can run, but you can’t hide. Fortunately, the state of Utah still has capital penalties in their books for capital crimes committed on their soil. Furthermore, records also indicate that Utah’s methods of capital […]

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24 h. ago Detached Toronto house is under $500,000 but there's a catch

Attention, brave souls of the Toronto real estate world: a detached house on Rhodes Ave. E. has magically appeared on the market for under $500,000. Yes, under.Of course, it's a bit of a mess. We're talking a bed in the dining room, particle board–covered windows, missing ceilings, and a basement that adults and children alike would be scared to enter.But according to the listing, it's got "potential", you just need to look past the chaos to see it. What was once probably the dining room. You'll definitely need a strong stomach and positive attitude to navigate the "needs TLC" part.The one and only bathroom that is missing part of the ceiling. From the photos, there's a lot of work to be done if you're going to keep the original structure. An air-conditioning unit is balanced over the stairs. But if you dream of being a handyman, a builder, or a renovator with a boat load of optimism, this could be a gre...

Economics

24 h. ago 10 condos you can buy for less than $400k in downtown Toronto right now

Toronto's real estate market is in an unprecedented downward spiral which continues to scare away buyers worried about what snail-paced sales and a growing backlog of listings will mean for their future investment.But, for those brave enough to fulfill their dream of property ownership amid such an uncertain market (and economy in general), there are some serious deals to be had, with house, townhome and condo prices inching downward, in some cases to levels not seen in many years.For the first time in a long time, units in downtown T.O. are getting snagged for around the $350,000 mark — one, in fact, sold for only $295,000 this week — with dozens currently available in the $300k range, which would have been unheard of just a few years ago.Here are some of the most affordable units on the market right now:1014-251 Jarvis StreetKW Living Realty, Brokerage/condos.caThis clean, bright studio may be small and cookie-cutter, but wha...

Economics

54 h. ago Travel advisers spill the booking secrets that can 'make or break a holiday'

Keep your dream trip from turning into a travel disaster by following these steps

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54 h. ago Montreal Port Project Backed by Carney Sees Cost Rise to $1.7 Billion

The cost of a new Port of Montreal terminal that Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says is in the national interest has soared to C$2.3 billion ($1.7 billion), according to a cabinet minister.

Economics

59 h. ago Telus says Rogers interfering with sponsorship of Calgary Flames

Telecom company also alleges its advertising is being blocked on Rogers media platforms

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68 h. ago Telus drops the gloves with Rogers over alleged ad blocking on its media platforms

TORONTO — A Canadian telecom giant is asking the national regulator to call one of its competitors offside, saying it has been unfairly blocked from advertising on the other company’s media platforms. It’s a battle between Telus Corp. and Rogers Communications Inc. that also extends to the ice, with the former alleging that Rogers has […]

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2 d. ago Alibaba Leads Chinese Tech Funding Spree With $3.2 Billion Deal

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. is leading a fundraising spree among Chinese tech giants, driven by soaring capital demands amid intensifying competition in artificial intelligence.

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3 d. ago N.B. senior says he’s a ‘very fortunate man’ after surviving 8 days in woods

The 84-year-old was missing for eight days in the woods, and says he survived drinking out of puddles and eating clovers.

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4 d. ago Massachusetts Wants to Ease Environmental Rules to Boost Housing

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey, who’s up for reelection next year in a state reeling from soaring home prices, is looking to jump-start housing construction by slashing environmental reviews.

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4 d. ago Georgia governor’s electric mobility dream for Georgia tested after South Koreans detained in raid

ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has courted foreign investment to his state and has also talked so tough about immigration he once offered to use his own pickup truck to round up “criminal illegals.” Those key issues collided this past week when immigration authorities raided a battery plant and detained foreign workers, putting […]

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4 d. ago Stunning luxurious Ontario bungalow sits on beautiful slice of forested heaven

Welcome to your very own slice of cottage heaven at 2993 Innisfil Beach Road, a tranquil dream property on almost 20 acres of Muskoka-like grounds.Cottage country living in the GTA.This newly designed Innisfil bungalow features four bedrooms and four bathrooms tucked away in a private forest. With 4,672 square feet, it's a nature lover's dream, complete with all the bells and whistles of city living.Walking up to your grand front porch and into the home, you're greeted by Italian porcelain floors, high ceilings, and ample living space.The main floor houses the chef's kitchen, complete with a dreamy quartz island and countertops, and top-of-the-line LG stainless steel appliances.Cool colours really capture the size of this grand kitchen.You won't have to scramble for kitchen storage space thanks to this home's extensive upper and lower cabinetry. The sleek, modern design of the kitchen gives off a minimalist chic vibe.Lots of space for all of yo...

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4 d. ago Owlet Makes Premium Monitoring Possible for Every Family With New Dream Sight™ Video Monitor

Owlet’s new release creates the ultimate baby monitoring system for video, sleep, and medical-grade health tracking. LEHI, Utah — Owlet, Inc. (NYSE: OWLT) (the “Company” or “Owlet”), the pioneer of smart infant monitoring, announces the launch of its new HD video baby monitor, Dream Sight ™, and next-generation Dream Duo ™. These products represent […]

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5 d. ago Jonas Brothers play Rogers Arena in Vancouver: What you should know

Sibling trio the Jonas Bros are on the JONAS20: Living the Dream tour

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5 d. ago Ergen’s Fortune Soars to $13 Billion Even as Telecom Dream Fades

After more than a decade and tens of billions of dollars spent trying to build a fourth major US telecom carrier, Charlie Ergen has put that dream to rest and will focus his energy on a more modest vision for his satellite-TV and wireless phone empire.

Economics

6 d. ago Building trust key as companies pivot to chatbots for customer service: Experts

Mohammed Halabi has spent countless hours negotiating with customer service agents over the past 20 years. Halabi is the director of MyBillsAreHigh.com, a company that finds savings on telecom and internet costs for both businesses and individuals. That means seeking out the best deals to fit clients’ circumstances, plus taking the lead when problems arise […]

Economics

8 d. ago U.K. trend of loaded baked potatoes has crossed the pond to Toronto

A new restaurant in Toronto puts spuds on centre stage, serving up loaded baked potatoes with a range of international inspirations.If you're as chronically online as we are, there's no way you've missed them: steaming baked potatoes served out of a truck piled high with baked beans, cheese, and whatever other stereotypically British fixings one could dream up.English Jacket Potatoes have been making their rounds on social media for ages now, and loaded baked potatoes can be found on various pub and steakhouse menus across the city. But Toronto has, by and large, been devoid of restaurants that put potatoes in the spotlight.Until now, thanks to the good people behind Yonge Street’s new "creative potato" restaurant, Spotato.Located north of Yonge and Eglinton in a space that formerly housed Japanese pancake joint Fluffy Fluffy, Spotato stretches the concept of loaded baked potatoes far beyond its U.K. roots.Here, you'll be able to find p...

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9 d. ago LILLEY: Solution to fighting crime is to get tough on criminals, not comply with them

York Chief Jim MacSween tells public to comply with home invaders and that crime is down. He's wrong on both counts.

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9 d. ago CRTC creates new requirements for telecom providers experiencing major outages

Canada’s telecommunications regulator is mandating service providers to notify it and other government authorities within two hours when they experience major network outages. After restoring service, it says the carriers will have 30 days to file a report detailing the causes, effects and steps taken to resolve the outage in order to provide transparency to consumers […]

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