1 hour ago Manchester attacker cited Islamic State allegiance in call to police, officials say

Details about the attacker, Jihad al-Shamie, have gradually emerged since the October 2 attack on the synagogue in the northwestern city

Events

3 h. ago United Nations to cut 25% of global peacekeeping force over U.S. funding strains

UNITED NATIONS — The United Nations will begin slashing its peacekeeping force and operations, forcing thousands of soldiers in the next several months to evacuate far-flung global hotspots as a result of the latest U.S. funding cuts to the world body, a senior U.N. official said. The official, who spoke on the condition of anonymity […]

Transport

6 h. ago B.C. designers make the cut for new season of Project Runway Canada

Reality competition show names 12 new contestants for upcoming season

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7 h. ago Pembina Pipeline Corporation Announces $225 Million Subordinated Note Offering

CALGARY, Alberta — Pembina Pipeline Corporation (“Pembina” or the “Company”) (TSX: PPL; NYSE: PBA) announced today that it has agreed to issue $225 million aggregate principal amount of 5.95% Fixed-to-Fixed Rate Subordinated Notes, Series 2 (the “Series 2 Notes”) due June 6, 2055 (the “Offering”). The Offering represents a further issuance of Series 2 Notes […]

Economics

8 h. ago C'est officiel: Jack Eichel s'est entendu avec les Golden Knights

Déjà riche, l'attaquant américain continuera d'empocher de gros dollars.

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8 h. ago Thermostats intelligents gratuits: les libéraux réclament plus de transparence

L’opposition officielle demande la divulgation du contrat accordé par Hydro-Québec à une seule entreprise d’électriciens

Technology

9 h. ago Fed minutes show caution over inflation even as officials cut rates

New projections released showed Fed officials expected two additional quarter-point cuts by year’s end

Economics

10 h. ago Sask. health officials warn of dangerous drugs in North Battleford area

Saskatchewan health officials are warning the public about dangerous drugs that may be circulating in North Battleford, after an incident involving lost or stolen medication.

Events

11 h. ago Here's where to attend Toronto Blue Jays playoff watch parties

The City of Toronto will be hosting free viewing parties for the Blue Jays' playoff run after all, even if it took them a few games to get around to it.Starting on Wednesday for Game 4 of the American League Division Series, Toronto will have big screens set up for a "festive, communal game-day atmosphere in the heart of the city's public squares."The viewing parties will be held at up to three different locations.For the American League Championship Series and World Series, should the Jays advance, they'll be hosting the games for free at Nathan Phillips Square, at Bay Street and Queen Street, outside of Toronto's City Hall.But for the two last-minute parties, they'll actually be held in North York and Scarborough.ALDS Game 4: Wednesday, Oct. 8 at 7:08 p.m. – Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge St.ALDS Game 5: Friday, Oct. 10 at 8:08 p.m. – Albert Campbell Square, 150 Borough Dr. (if necessary)"Toronto is a baseball city and when ...

Culture

11 h. ago Here's when Toronto Blue Jays ALCS games will happen if they beat Yankees

If there's any solace in Tuesday night's Game 3 collapse, the Toronto Blue Jays will still have more home games these playoffs.Either they'll be back at Rogers Centre Friday night for a tense winner-take-all Game 5 in the American League Division Series against the New York Yankees, or they'll be the higher-ranked team heading into the American League Championship Series starting this weekend.And with the latter very much a real possibility as the Jays are just one game away, the team announced on Wednesday that their ticket sales will start soon.As of Thursday at 10 a.m. EDT, ALCS tickets will be available for purchase through the team's official website.Friday's potential Game 5 is sold out, though tickets are still available via the resale market on both Ticketmaster and third-party sites like SeatGeek and StubHub. The cheapest ticket we saw as of Wednesday afternoon was $260 in the upper deck of the Rogers Centre.Blue Jays fans are also encouraged to...

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11 h. ago Premiers remain divided on tariff response as Carney leaves U.S. without deal

TORONTO — Premiers remain at odds over how best to respond to U.S. tariffs, a day after Prime Minister Mark Carney left a meeting in Washington without announcing any breakthroughs on a deal. Speaking at a conference in Toronto hosted by BMO and Eurasia Group, Ontario Premier Doug Ford said he remains prepared to cut […]

Economics

11 h. ago US Treasuries Risk Losing Haven Status, Pension Official Says

US Treasury bonds are at risk of losing their haven status should US fiscal stress continue to build, according to Canada Pension Plan Investment Board.

Other

12 h. ago Sandman Hotel Group has officially opened the doors of its newest property in the U.S.

Sandman Signature Dallas-Las Colinas Hotel & Suites invites guests to enjoy premium comfort in the heart of Texas. LAS COLINAS, Texas, Oct. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Located at 1311 Meridian Dr, Sandman Signature Dallas-Las Colinas Hotel & Suites offers guests the perfect chance to experience an elegant, relaxed, and truly comfortable stay in an ultra-modern […]

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13 h. ago Buyers are landing homes for way under listing price across these parts of the GTA

Despite some recent flickers of life in the form of recovering sales figures, the Toronto-area housing market is still in somewhat of an extended death spiral that has property owners, developers and realtors pulling out their hair.Home prices are sinking as a glut of listings keeps the market weighed down with a record number of homes for sale — a good thing in a hub as notoriously competitive for housing as Toronto, but not when would-be buyers remain too wary of recession, tariffs and the steep cost of investment at current rates to actually dive in.But those willing and able to take the risk at the moment are enjoying the payoff of being able to secure a property of their own for far less than they may have just a few years ago. And, less than they're listed for now.Digital real estate platform Wahi has released the latest of its monthly analyses on over- and under-bidding in GTA real estate, showing that in the month of Sep...

Economics

13 h. ago Opinion: What would you do with no cars on a road for 30 minutes?

Stéphanie Plante explains why she will never forget the first day of a School Street pilot at Trille des Bois Elementary School in Vanier.

Transport

14 h. ago Manitoba health officials offer vaccine guidance as flu season approaches

Before the pandemic, about 20 per cent of people in the province were getting vaccinated against influenza. That number increased to 23 per cent by 2024.

Science

15 h. ago To save it, this historic Vancouver log house is being cut in half and moved

The 113-year-old home had a breathtaking view of the city, Burrard Inlet and the North Shore Mountains, and sat on three lots

Other

17 h. ago Chile Consumer Prices Rise Modestly as Markets Mull New Rate Cut

Chile’s consumer prices rose in line with estimates last month as the central bank warns of increased inflation risks, adding uncertainty to bets on how soon the next interest rate cut could come.

Economics

17 h. ago Kobo Resources Intersects 17.0 m at 3.87 g/t Au, Further Defining High

High-grade gold intercepts confirm strong continuity at the Road Cut Zone with multiple parallel shears traced along the Contact Zone Fault Drilling continues to expand mineralisation at the Jagger Zone, confirming gold-bearing shears to depths exceeding 240 m and reinforcing the strength of Kobo’s structural model Ongoing 12,000–15,000 m program advancing toward Kobo’s maiden Mineral […]

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21 h. ago Hungary’s Inflation Stays Above Target as Orban Urges Rate Cuts

Hungary’s inflation remained outside of the central bank’s tolerance band for a 10th month, presenting a conundrum to policymakers under pressure from Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s government to cut interest rates.

Economics