67 m. 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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1 hour ago Hilary Duff: un touchant message en soutien aux famille d'enfants disparus et aux petites victimes des inondations au Texas, d’où elle est originaire

La chanteuse et actrice Hilary Duff, elle-même originaire du Texas, publie un message de soutien aux familles des petites victimes des inondations.

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2 h. ago Family behind Toronto's favourite sandwich is bowing out after 50 years

The family that put one of Toronto's best-known dishes on the map is about to leave the business they've owned since the 1970s behind.While Toronto gets a lot of buzz for a variety of different food items, from matcha slushies to mozzarella stick monstrosities, these days, there's historically been one that rises above the noise time and time again: the peameal bacon sandwich.A Toronto invention right down to its meaty centre, the no-frills lunch staple has been a calling card for the city for decades, appearing everywhere from Anthony Bourdain's The Layover to The New York Times, and earning the distinction of being the city's official dish.To date, there are plenty of spots in the city where you can pick one up, but perhaps none more legendary than St. Lawrence Market's Carousel Bakery.The bakery has been a cornerstone of the market since before the peameal bacon sandwich even really existed, but it wasn't until t...

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2 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 […]

Economics

2 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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3 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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3 h. ago Daredevils run with charging bulls at Pamplona’s famous San Fermin festival

PAMPLONA, Spain — Thousands of daredevils ran, skidded and tumbled out of the way of a stampeding group of bulls at the opening run of the San Fermin festival Monday. It was the first of nine morning runs or “encierros” during the famous celebrations held in the northern Spanish city of Pamplona. The bulls pounded […]

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3 h. ago Lion owners arrested after an attack on woman and her 2 children in Pakistan

LAHORE — The owners of a pet lion that escaped from a farmhouse and injured a woman and her two children have been arrested in the eastern Pakistani city of Lahore, authorities said Sunday. The arrest comes after dramatic video footage surfaced showing the lion leaping over a wall before attacking the victims in a […]

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3 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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4 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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4 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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5 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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5 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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8 h. ago Ottawa’s most delicious street? Wellington West makes a strong case

Peter Hum shares his top 20 stops along the city’s most epicurean 2.3-km stretch.

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9 h. ago Lumissil Microsystems Expands Automotive Lighting Portfolio with Family of High

Single and Triple Channel Drivers Enhance Thermal Optimization for High-Power Applications MILPITAS, Calif., July 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Lumissil Microsystems announces the release of the IS32LT315x family, a new line of current-source linear LED drivers designed for automotive lighting applications, and Tail/Brake light combinations. The family consists of three devices: Single Channel IS32LT3151A/B/C/D/E and […]

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10 h. ago With sanctions lifted, Syria looks to solar power as more than a patchwork fix to its energy crisis

DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) — Abdulrazak al-Jenan swept the dust off his solar panel on his apartment roof overlooking Damascus. Syria’s largest city was mostly pitch-black, the few speckles of light coming from the other households able to afford solar panels, batteries, or private generators. Al-Jenan went thousands of dollars in debt to buy his solar […]

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12 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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12 h. ago A massive vintage car festival is taking over Toronto this month

It’s time to rev your engines — Dream Wheels on Eglinton is cruising back into Toronto this summer for a day filled with chrome, horsepower, and high-octane nostalgia.Happening on Saturday, July 26 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., every car lover's favourite street festival (but not every car lover's favourite street) transforms a stretch of Eglinton Avenue West into a vibrant open-air showcase of the city's finest vintage cars, hot rods, muscle machines, motorcycles, and race cars. Honestly, what more can you ask for?Presented by The Eglinton Way BIA, in partnership with Toronto Hot Rod Kulture and Road Reapers Car Club, the event isn't just a feast for gearheads — it's a full-blown community celebration in support of SickKids Hospital.Expect a full day of fun for the whole family. Live music will keep the vibe retro and lively while local vendors serve up delicious bites and unique finds. There'll also be family-friendly activities to keep the...

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18 h. ago Toronto’s Olivia Chow heads to U.K., Ireland on trade mission

Mayor Olivia Chow is scheduled to meet with production companies and broadcasters to encourage Canadian content production through agreements with the U.K. and Ireland.

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18 h. ago Deadly floods reinforce challenges for Texas as crisis epicentre

At least 70 people have died and dozens of children are still missing in the wake of the catastrophic flooding

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