42 m. ago Oil Gains With US Inventories and Global Supply Outlook in Focus

Oil gained after a mixed US industry report on inventories, with traders also focused on the broader outlook for supply as OPEC+ presses on with output increases and American production expands.

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2 h. ago Dubai to Host Second International Library and Publishing Summit 2025 Under the Theme “The Future of the Publishing Industry”

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Oct. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Mohammed Bin Rashid Library has announced the second edition of the Dubai International Library and Publishing Summit 2025, taking place from 30 October to 1 November under the theme “The Future of the Publishing Industry.” The event will bring together over 80 global speakers […]

Society

3 h. ago Le Québec tiraillé entre protection et destruction de la biodiversité

Le gouvernement veut conserver plus de territoire tout en autorisant des projets qui nuisent à la nature.

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9 h. ago MPs launch probe of trucking sector, Bloc calls out labour standards

OTTAWA — Labour standards in Canada’s trucking sector are under scrutiny as a House of Commons committee launched a study of the issue this week and the Bloc Quebecois called on the government to end what it calls exploitative practices. The transport committee is studying an industry business model known as “Driver Inc.,” in which […]

Transport

10 h. ago Kentucky lawsuit says Roblox fails to protect children on its popular online gaming platform

FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Kentucky’s attorney general claimed Tuesday that the online gaming platform Roblox has become a “playground for predators” as he announced a lawsuit accusing the company of lax child safety measures. The Kentucky suit, filed by his office Monday in a state court, is the latest action alleging that the wildly popular […]

Technology

13 h. ago Travellers just ranked these Toronto hotels among the best in Canada

A handful of Toronto hotels were just ranked among the best accommodation options available in the entire country, according to those who would know best: consumers.The city's 1 Hotel at 550 Wellington St. W., St. Regis Hotel at Adelaide and Bay, iconic Queen West haunt The Drake Hotel, and historic Fairmont Royal York have just been recognized by Condé Nast Traveler, the esteemed U.K. magazine known for highlighting the best of the best in the travel industry.Each year, the outlet administers a series of Readers' Choice Awards honouring the top vacation hotspots, resorts, hotels, cruises, spas, airports and more, as selected by CN Traveler's subscribers.And, frequent flyers from the world over who read the mag have voted the aforementioned four hotels as some of the best places to stay in all of Canada.With a score of an impressive 92 out of a potential 100, 1 Hotel took the ninth spot, flanked by two Mon...

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14 h. ago BASF Fields of Purpose program helps growers give back to their communities

BASF boosts rural impact in 2025 by donating $100,000 in seed and crop protection products across AB, SK, MB and ON CALGARY, ALBERTA, Oct. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The new BASF Fields of Purpose program from BASF Agricultural Solutions Canada Inc. (BASF) boosts rural impact through initiatives that matter most to Canadian growers and retailers. […]

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14 h. ago Axis Insurance Welcomes Rick Brown as National Vice President, Transportation – Risk Strategy and Client Solutions

ONTARIO — Axis Insurance Managers Inc. is proud to announce that Rick Brown has joined our team as National Vice President of Transportation – Risk Strategy and Client Solutions. Based in Ontario, Rick is dedicated to delivering innovative solutions to the Canadian transportation industry and will strengthen Axis as a leader in the Transportation Insurance […]

Sport

14 h. ago AGCO issues $105,000 in penalties to theScore for alleged failure to address patron’s high

TORONTO, Oct. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has issued a $105,000 monetary penalty against Score Media and Gaming Inc. (“theScore”) for failing to meet Ontario’s strict responsible gambling and player protection standards. The penalty relates to several alleged violations of the Registrar’s Standards for Internet Gaming (the […]

Economics

15 h. ago EU Boosts Steel Protections With 50% Levy to Sustain Industry

The European Union unveiled fresh tariffs on Tuesday meant to shield its ailing steel sector, taking a page from Donald Trump’s protectionist playbook.

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16 h. ago Kenya Cuts Rates for Eighth Time in Row to Spur Credit, Growth

Kenya’s central bank cut its benchmark interest rate for an eighth straight time, aiming to boost private sector credit and economic growth with inflation expected to stay within its target range.

Economics

16 h. ago Quebec to unveil its first constitution this week to protect the province's identity

Premier François Legault believes the constitution will help jumpstart his sagging government.

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17 h. ago Saviynt Launches UNLOCK Global Tour to Showcase the Future of AI

Exclusive event series explores the promise of AI and urgent need to secure and govern it– featuring insights from industry veterans, global leaders, and customer innovators LOS ANGELES — Saviynt, a leader in AI-powered identity security solutions, today announced the launch of its global UNLOCK Tour: Unlock Possibility. Govern Every Identity. Accelerate with AI. This […]

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19 h. ago Infrastructure Boom Propels $5.5 Billion Fundraise for Manulife

Rising investor appetite for digital infrastructure, energy and transportation assets boosted fundraising for Manulife Investment Management, which closed its largest-ever infrastructure fund with $5.5 billion.

Economics

20 h. ago LILLEY UNLEASHED: Ford needs to act like a premier not a union boss with Trump

WATCH: The Sun’s political columnist Brian Lilley says Doug Ford needs to stop with his protectionist ways when dealing with Donald Trump and his tariffs.  What do YOU think? Tell us your thoughts in the comment section below or send us a Letter to the Editor for possible publication to torsun.editor@sunmedia.ca.  Letters must be 250 words or […]

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20 h. ago Varcoe: Progress on data centres could help bolster slumping natural gas industry in Alberta

Alberta aims to attract $100 billion worth of data centre development within the next five years, bringing in new jobs and investment, as well as spurring more domestic demand and drilling activity for natural gas

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23 h. ago ‘I guess he’s going to ask about tariffs’: Trump set to host Carney for second Oval Office meeting

The high-stakes meeting comes as Carney has yet to secure a deal that would see the president remove or lessen the 50% tariffs on Canada's steel and aluminum sectors

Economics

23 h. ago Salipro Biotech Strengthens Global IP Portfolio with Two New Japanese Patents

The two new patents expand protection for Salipro Biotech’s proprietary technology for stabilizing and extracting challenging membrane proteins, crucial for developing therapeutics against high-value drug targets like GPCRs and Ion Channels STOCKHOLM, Oct. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Salipro Biotech AB, a pioneering biotech company focused on unlocking “undruggable” membrane protein targets, today announced the […]

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25 h. ago Thales Launches Europe’s First Certified Smartcard Ready for the Quantum Age

Thales’ solution is the first quantum-resistant smartcard in Europe to receive high-level security certification, underscoring its commitment to staying ahead of emerging cyber risks in the quantum era. The certified product integrates innovative cyber mechanism into a smartcard format—ideal for applications that demand strong future-proof identity protection, such as electronic ID cards, health cards, and […]

Economics

26 h. ago Passengers Are Already Digital. This Is a Big Opportunity for Aviation

GENEVA, Oct. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Passengers are living digital-first lives. They manage their finances, health, and mobility from their phones. But when it’s time to fly, they’re still asked to queue, print, and repeat. This shift represents a major opportunity for the aviation industry, according to The Travelers’ Voice, SITA’s latest Passenger IT […]

Transport