2 h. ago Nigeria to Triple Capital Gains Tax for Foreign Equity Investors

Nigeria is tripling capital gains tax for foreign equity investors, raising concerns that the move may trigger a sell-off in the West African nation’s stock market, which is up almost 40% this year.

Economics

17 h. ago Cop's 'momentary lapse' led to crash with London Transit bus: Watchdog

A London police officer who cut off a city bus and caused a crash that seriously injured a female passenger had a “momentary lapse of judgment” but didn’t commit a crime, Ontario’s police watchdog says. The officer was driving his cruiser west on Queens Avenue near the London courthouse at 80 Dundas St. on June […]

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18 h. ago 5.2 magnitude earthquake rattles in Yukon, no damage expected

WHITEHORSE — A magnitude 5.2 earthquake struck about 87 kilometres west of Burwash Landing in Yukon. Earthquakes Canada says the activity happened around 4:20 a.m. Yukon time. It says the quake was not felt. The department says no damage or injuries were reported or are expected. Seismologists use a magnitude scale to express energy released […]

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18 h. ago Seniors killed, teenager injured in crash north of Stratford: OPP

Two people were killed and another seriously injured in a crash north of Stratford on Saturday night, Ontario Provincial Police say. Emergency crews were called at around 8:30 p.m. to a collision involving a pickup truck and a car on Perth Line 86 in North Perth, the OPP said. The driver of the car was […]

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19 h. ago Northern Manitoba community recovering from wildfire faces winter food crisis

After fleeing devastating wildfires this summer, residents of Leaf Rapids have returned. But with winter approaching, they now face a desperate race against the cold.

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22 h. ago Stunning damage after vehicle crashes through hydro pole, into house

One person was injured after a vehicle slammed into a London home, fire officials said on Sunday morning. Emergency crews were called to the 100-block of Adelaide Street, located south of Hamilton Road, where a vehicle struck a utility pole before crashing into a house, London Fire Department officials wrote on social media at about […]

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24 h. ago Man on roof draws large London police presence, closes downtown streets

A man walking across the roofs of several downtown businesses drew a large police presence and closed several nearby streets on Saturday afternoon. Emergency crews were called at around 2:30 p.m. to Dundas and Waterloo streets, where a man was seen walking on the roofs of several businesses on the northeast corner of the intersection. […]

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38 h. ago City of Ottawa staff recommend against heritage district designation for Wellington Street West area

A city administration report for council's built heritage committee said the area only met or exceeded the threshold for one criteria in the Ontario Heritage Act.

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60 h. ago Repeat on the minds of Canada West champion USask Huskies men’s hockey team

A Canada West championship repeat is front on mind for the University of Saskatchewan Huskies men's hockey team ahead of their 2025-26 season.

Sport

63 h. ago Toronto bar that closed after 20 years being replaced by retro

A Toronto bar in a historic building is getting a new lease on life as it transforms into a new concept this October.The Gladstone House's Melody Bar had been a pillar of West Queen West, taking on various appearances and lives over the years, for over two decades, when it suddenly and quietly closed its doors at the end of 2022.Since then, the space at the historic property has sat dormant, collecting dust while the neighbourhood's frequenters grew impatient waiting to learn whether Melody Bar would rise from the ashes, or whether it really was gone for good.Alas, we finally have our answer, and it's the latter, but it's not all bad news.A new chapter is on the horizon for the former Melody Bar, as it prepares to transform into Cassette, a refined take on the classic, retro diner, opening at the end of October.If you're expecting a typical greasy spoon, think again. Cassette is going to pack a serious punch in the style department, while stil...

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67 h. ago Case against West Island resident charged with murdering his wife in Wickham expected to end Monday

Kevin Romagosa is charged with the first-degree murder of Robyn-Krystle O’Reilly as well as committing an indignity to her body.

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3 d. ago Parks Canada issues bear warning for popular hiking area in Banff National Park

Parks Canada has issued a bear warning for a popular hiking area in Banff National Park, the latest in a long list of warnings and closures posted for the mountain parks.

Society

3 d. ago B.C. crime news: Surrey man charged with sex assault, theft | New West stabbing suspect on the loose

Three charges have been laid against Kulwinder Mann after two separate incidents on Aug. 26 in north Surrey, while New West police are appealing for public help in tracking down a stabbing suspect.

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3 d. ago VIFF Live 2025: Loscil’s wildfire soundscapes, Mad Professor's dub, and a bloody countess

Combining music and visuals, the VIFF Live series will complement the Vancouver International Film Festival’s programming

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3 d. ago Scale up efforts to reduce wildfire risk or B.C. faces dire economic consequences: Study

Indirect costs — that include disaster recovery, property loss, environmental damages, and business and health costs — can push the total costs of wildfires 1.5 to 20 times higher.

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3 d. ago Wildfire in Nova Scotia’s Annapolis Valley remains out of control in dry conditions

A wildfire at Lake George in Nova Scotia’s Annapolis Valley remains out of control as firefighters battle dry and windy conditions.

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3 d. ago Spread the Joy With Up to 50% Off Ikon Pass Friends & Family Tickets Throughout the 25/26 Winter Season

Ikon Pass Holders Have One Week to Get the Current Low Rates for 25/26 DENVER — For a limited time, Ikon Pass holders can offer discounted lift tickets to their crew that provide up to 50% off window rate, up from 25% off, at select Ikon Pass destinations. Find more joy at your favorite Ikon […]

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3 d. ago ‘People are mad’: Councillor, police talk escalating crime woes in west Winnipeg

Winnipeg police say there's been a reported uptick in crime near the city's western edge, and more than 200 people showed up to a community forum Wednesday to look for solutions.

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4 d. ago Fortuna expands West African presence, forms exploration alliance in Guinea with DeSoto Resources

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Fortuna Mining Corp. (NYSE: FSM | TSX: FVI) is pleased to announce it has executed a binding Heads of Agreement (HOA) with DeSoto Resources Limited, an Australian-listed gold exploration company, to establish an exploration alliance and joint venture across the highly prospective Siguiri Basin in Guinea. […]

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4 d. ago Trump Set to Cancel West Coast Hydrogen Hubs Amid Shutdown Fight

The Trump administration is planning to cancel billions of dollars earmarked for hydrogen projects in California and the Pacific Northwest as part of its first tranche of funding cuts following the government shutdown, according to an administration official.

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