2 h. ago Huge lines and tech issues plague debut of new coaster at Canada's Wonderland

Thrillseekers flocked to Canada's Wonderland on Saturday for the debut of the park's new record-breaking launch coaster, AlpenFury — but the first day for the hotly anticipated ride didn't come without a little bit of chaos.Wonderland's new flagship attraction is proving a massive draw for park attendance on its first day, debuting to overwhelming demand on Saturday, July 12.But, in a familiar turn of events for a hot ticket event in the Greater Toronto Area, the hyped-up attraction has already devolved into a day-one crowd scene.@canadaswonderland 🎥 It’s here. The AlpenFury POV you’ve been waiting for. 🤯 And today, it’s not just a video...AlpenFury officially open! Experience the rush as you launch straight through Wonder Mountain, hit 115 km/h, and tear through nine mind-bending inversions. Are you brave enough to face nature’s wrath? *Filmed with park-approved mounted devices. #AlpenFury #CanadasWonderland #RollerCoaster #LaunchCoaster #Toronto #Th...

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3 h. ago This Day in History, 1937: The Vancouver Sun charts Hollywood's screen queens

Loretta Young was said to have the "ideal build" for Hollywood in the 1930s

Culture

5 h. ago Trump announces 30% tariffs against EU, Mexico effective Aug. 1

With Saturday’s letters, Trump has now issued tariff conditions on 24 countries and the 27-member European Union.

Economics

5 h. ago Trump Says US to Impose 30% Tariffs on EU, Mexico Next Month

President Donald Trump unleashed his latest tariff ultimatums, declaring a 30% rate for Mexico and the European Union, as his trade agenda continues to keep allies off balance and inject uncertainty into global financial markets.

Economics

5 h. ago Trump Threatens 30% Tariffs on EU and Mexico as Talks Continue

President Donald Trump unleashed his latest tariff ultimatums, declaring a 30% rate for Mexico and the European Union, as his trade agenda continues to keep allies off balance and inject uncertainty into global financial markets.

Economics

5 h. ago Five Themes for Investors to Watch as Earnings Season Kicks Off

In just three months, US stocks have swung from a dramatic April selloff to new heights. Now, traders are about to see if Corporate America’s report cards justify the optimism priced into equity markets.

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14 h. ago Bluesfest Day 2: Hozier demonstrates his musicianship and calls for peace

The Irish superstar called for a ceasefire in the Middle East

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14 h. ago Toronto club is helping people rebuild their social lives after kids move out

Do you ever reminisce on the luxury of hogging the TV when your roommate is gone for the weekend? Do you live for those lazy, weekend days when you get the condo all to yourself?That's the life for so many twenty-somethings in Toronto. But not so much so for many Toronto parents, who wake up, feed their kids, make lunches and pick them up from school — amongst other things. Until one day, the constant scramble of that reality comes to a halt when the kids move out. Then what?When Leaside mom Charlene Wood first found herself with an empty home after her youngest child went to university, that first taste of solitude in years might have sounded like a dream to some.It meant no noise, no extra responsibilities, and the best of all: all that spare time back to yourself. That transition didn't evoke those feelings in Wood, though. Instead, it left her feeling the effects that many empty-nesters experience after their last child lea...

Society

14 h. ago Houser: Great Lakes 'rip currents' difficult to spot, potentially deadly

Vacationers and day visitors need to be aware of the potential for rip currents and rough surf at Great Lakes beaches

Events

16 h. ago RODEO NOTES, Day 8: Luke Mackey, 19, only bull rider to last full eight seconds

Colorado kid gets a couple of re-rides to pocket the entire Day 8 purse in the high-profile event at the Calgary Stampede.

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17 h. ago Music festival raises funds to pay B.C. ostrich farm’s legal fees

The stage is being set up for the Live Stock Music Festival, a fundraising event to help with the legal fees incurred by Universal Ostrich Farm Inc.

Culture

19 h. ago Day 8 at the Calgary Stampede rodeo: Kassie Mowry recaptures barrel racing record

Mowry previously held the arena record — at 16.82 — on her way to being crowned Stampede champion in 2022. Now she's lowered it to 16.74,

Sport

20 h. ago For a few days this summer, your days will be just a smidge shorter

You’re not running late — Earth is just moving faster, at least for a few days this summer. On July 22, Earth will spin about 1.38 milliseconds faster than its typical 86,400 seconds in a day. If that’s not quick enough, Earth will rotate 1.51 milliseconds faster on August 5. Those numbers are calculated by […]

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21 h. ago Aritzia delivers more than analysts were expecting, and where can Nvidia go from here?

The week in stocks: A breakdown of the most interesting developments in the world of investing, including companies that should be on your radar

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23 h. ago Dealerships on hook for unpaid EV rebates have a month to get their claims in

Dealerships will only be allowed to file a maximum of 25 claims per day

Other

25 h. ago European Stocks Decline on Renewed Threat from Trump’s Tariffs

European stocks dropped as US President Donald Trump ramped up his trade rhetoric and threatened blanket tariffs of 15% to 20% on most countries.

Economics

26 h. ago The countdown is on: What we know about Calgary's 2025 civic election

As of Saturday, Calgarians are 100 days from voting day. Things will be different this time around

Politics

26 h. ago Rare $1.5 million lakefront Ontario cottage has luxury shipping container bedrooms

Forget Ivy League — here's Ivy Lane!Cottage dreams await you 45 Ivy Lane in Orillia, a beautiful five-bedroom, five-bath, cottage home with lakefront views and some major perks.Nestled on the spectacular Grape Island with a rare 233-foot Lake Simcoe waterfront on a 1.2-acre double lot, this is one big, beautiful compound that blends cottage charm with modern design.Check out that 50-foot dock with panoramic views of Lake Simcoe.Secluded with serene vibes and spa-like amenities, 45 Ivy Lane boasts an inviting walkway up from the dock and into the home with lush greenery all around.The compound encompasses three luxury shipping containers that have been modernized, plus an updated boathouse that poses as a king bedroom.White wall panelling gives this boathouse a classic maritime vibe, without being cheesy. The boathouse's bathroom features a cedar soaker tub — perfect to soothe away the day's aches and pains — and granite finishes.Moving on t...

Economics

28 h. ago Trump’s tariffs on Canada not priced into markets, CIBC says

The latest salvo in U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade dispute with Canada may hit a relatively small pool of goods, but North American stock markets aren’t fully appreciating the risk, according to CIBC Capital Markets. The higher tariff rate may affect only 10% to 15% of Canadian exports to the U.S., said CIBC portfolio strategist […]

Economics

28 h. ago ‘What if he didn’t die?’: How Michael C. Hall came back for ‘Dexter: Resurrection’

After being killed off in 2021's 'New Blood,' Golden Globe winner lives to kill another day in new revival series

Events