39 m. ago Crypto Prices Sink on Trump Reserve Skepticism, Tariff Concerns

Euphoria in digital-asset markets stemming from Donald Trump’s plans for a strategic crypto reserve turned to skepticism on Monday, triggering early losses in cryptocurrencies that worsened throughout the day as investors braced for the US to impose 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada.

Economics

39 m. ago 'A long time coming': After 15 years on council, Demong ready to call it a day

'Honestly, it's been the honour of my life to represent Ward 14,' he said

Other

41 m. ago Toronto restaurants take U.S. products off their menu due to Trump tariffs threat

As Canada waits to see whether U.S. President Donald Trump will follow through on his threat to impose sweeping tariffs, Toronto restaurants are already taking steps to limit their reliance on U.S. products.Over the past few weeks, more and more business across the country have vowed to prioritize Canadian goods over U.S. alternatives as Trump's administration continues to deliberate over the specific of the tariffs, and with the deadline just a few hours away, some officials suggest that the final decision is still very much up in the air.On Monday, U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick told CNN that he would be discussing the looming tariffs with Trump throughout the day. "He's going to decide today," Lutnick said. "We are going to put it out tomorrow."The tariffs, initially announced as a 25 per cent levy on Canadian goods, had been delayed for a month after Canada vowed to implement new border security measures, which included the appointment of a new fentanyl czar.Ontario...

Economics

92 m. ago Pope back on noninvasive ventilation after two breathing setbacks: Vatican

'Copious' amounts of mucus extracted from Francis' lungs during a pair of bronchoscopies

Other

98 m. ago Trump tariff shadow looms over economy on eve of B.C. budget

An economic earthquake in the form of U.S. tariffs could rock the province on the same day Finance Minister Brenda Bailey delivers her first budget in Victoria.

Economics

2 h. ago Pope Francis suffers new respiratory crises, back on ventilation: Vatican

The crises were a new setback in what has become a more than two-week battle by the 88-year-old pope to overcome a complex respiratory infection.

Other

2 h. ago Huge outdoor electronic music festival comes back to Toronto this summer

One of Toronto's biggest, longest and liveliest electronic music festivals is back this summer for eight days of sun and sweet sounds.It may be hard to imagine right now, as wind chills are still consistently subjecting us to sub-zero temperatures, and we still have to take comically large steps around snow banks when exiting cars, but summer is right around the corner, and with it comes a full suite of festivals and events to keep the party going all season long.Perhaps one of the most exciting, particularly for fans of EDM and outdoor partying, Electric Island is gearing up for its 13th season of taking over Toronto's festival scene.The festival, which originally took place on the Toronto Islands, has bounced around locations over the past 13 years, dabbling with stints at Woodbine Park, Ontario Place and, most recently, Fort York and the Bentway, which seems to have stuck this time around.The festival kicks off on the Victoria Day long weekend (May 17 and 18) at — you guess...

Culture

2 h. ago California Highway Patrol blames drug use, speeding for fiery Cybertruck crash that killed 3

PIEDMONT, Calif. (AP) — Drug use and excessive speed were to blame for last year’s fiery crash of a Tesla Cybertruck that killed three college students near San Francisco, the California Highway Patrol said in a preliminary report. Four people were in the Cybertruck when it veered off a road, slammed into a retaining wall […]

Events

2 h. ago Harper says Carney taking undue credit for Canada’s 2008 recession recovery

Harper says in a letter to supporters that Carney is taking credit for 'hard calls' made by late Conservative finance minister Jim Flaherty during the 2008 financial crisis.

Economics

3 h. ago Time is now for Blue Jays to find order to their lagging offence

It’s fascinating to watch the daily release of manager John Schneider’s batting order for the endless stream of Grapefruit League games down in Florida. Normally reading too much into those day-to-day challenges is silliness given the prime emphasis this time of year is getting players at-bats and tinkering with lineups to make it all work […]

Events

4 h. ago Stephen Harper says Carney is taking credit for ‘things he had little or nothing to do with’

Harper said he has been listening with 'disbelief' as Carney describes his role in the 2008 financial crisis

Economics

4 h. ago Things to do in Calgary in March: Spruce Meadows | Tina Turner | Icelandic Carnival

There is no shortage of things to do in Calgary. Here are highlights from local events in and around the city. Check out our events calendar for more. Simply the Best: The Music of Tina Turner To celebrate International Women’s Day, the Jack Singer Concert Hall is hosting a tribute to pop legend Tina Turner. […]

Transport

5 h. ago Période des transactions dans la LNH: une chose à surveiller par équipe

À seulement quelques jours de la date limite des échanges dans la Ligue nationale, toutes les équipes sont sur le qui-vive.

Other

5 h. ago As Trump tariffs loom within hours, how the coming days could play out

U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs are expected to hit the Canadian economy, with some economists expecting Canada to dip into a period of recession.

Economics

6 h. ago Today in history — The Sound of Music released; the first commercial jet crash; and, the 'first' hockey game

On this day, March 3, in history: In 1801, David Emanuel, the first Jewish governor in the United States, took office in Georgia. In 1841, Sir George Simpson, governor of the Hudson’s Bay Co., began a trip around the world. The trip would take 20 months. Simpson was 53 when the trip began and had […]

Sport

7 h. ago Pope appears to be overcoming setback in recovery from pneumonia

ROME — Pope Francis was up and receiving therapy on Monday after apparently overcoming a setback in his recovery from pneumonia. The Vatican said he is stable, off mechanical ventilation and is showing no sign of new infection following a respiratory crisis late last week. “The pope rested well all night,” the Vatican said in […]

Other

11 h. ago LILLEY: Harper slams Carney for taking credit for Flaherty’s work

In letter to Conservative Party members, Stephen Harper says Mark Carney is taking credit for work he didn't do in the financial crisis.

Economics

12 h. ago Program to divert mental health, drug crisis calls shows early impact, city says

The $8.85 million pilot project is known as the Alternative Neighbourhood Crisis Response (ANCHOR) program.

Science

12 h. ago Credit Spreads Are on the Longest Widening Streak Since 2023

Corporate bond spreads have widened for eight trading sessions in a row, the longest period of ballooning spreads in over a year, as investors turn defensive amid rising fears about the impact of tariffs.

Economics

14 h. ago Cykel AI Announces Advanced AI Recruitment Agent Now Available for Hire at $1.63/Day, Delivering 5

LONDON — Cykel AI PLC (LSE: CYK) today announced an advancement in its artificial intelligence (AI) digital worker as Lucy, an AI-powered recruitment agent, demonstrated advanced end-to-end automation of recruiting processes. The company targeted HR and recruitment as its first market, recognizing that the combination of high-volume repetitive tasks, massive market size, and need […]

Economics