39 h. ago Western Balkans face severe drought and water restrictions during heat wave

TIRANA, Albania (AP) — The Western Balkans faces a severe drought after a heat wave hit the region, disrupting daily life and creating issues with agriculture and power. Temperatures on Thursday in central Albania reached 40 C (104 F) and meteorologists warned that there would be scarce rain until September. Rivers are almost dry because […]

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62 h. ago Sinner, Alcaraz headline entry list for National Bank Open in Toronto

Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz highlight a strong entry list at this summer’s National Bank Open men’s tournament in Toronto. The world No. 1 and No. 2 will hit the court at Sobeys Stadium for the ATP Masters 1000 event from July 27 to Aug. 7, Tennis Canada announced Wednesday. The annual Canadian tennis tournament […]

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63 h. ago Europe’s heat wave, wildfires leave multiple dead as temperatures soar

At least eight people have died as a heat wave hits parts of Europe, with two dead in France, two in Italy and four in Spain, according to officials.

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2 d. ago Wildfire kills 2 people in Spain as parts of Europe bake in heat wave

BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Two people died in Spain in a wildfire that spread quickly before firefighters brought it under control, authorities said, as a European heat wave sent thermometers soaring again on Wednesday. The blaze broke out in the rural province of Lleida. It created an enormous thick plume of ash and smoke that […]

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3 d. ago Europe’s Climate Resolve Faces Big Test as EU Unveils 2040 Goal

The heat wave searing Europe is making a compelling case for one of the most ambitious climate targets ever set by Brussels. Many in the European Union, however, have yet to be convinced.

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3 d. ago Europe’s ‘exceptional’ heat wave closes schools, prompts health alerts

Europe is heating up at twice the global average speed and is the world's fastest-warming continent, the European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service has said.

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3 d. ago How Much Does a Heat Wave Cost? Insurers and CEOs Want to Know

A new market for heat insurance, driven by the growth in AI and data centers, is starting to emerge.

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4 d. ago Heat warnings issued for Edmonton, Calgary and other parts of Alberta

As Albertans prepare to celebrate Canada Day, Environment Canada is warning of a heat wave. Temperatures could reach highs of 35 C in some parts of the province this week.

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8 d. ago Toronto's hot dog scene is booming with multiple new frankfurter

Hot dog restaurants are popping up all over Toronto, and the people behind them believe it's time the treats got some time in the limelight.What could be a more quintessential summertime snack than a hot dog? From Loonie Tuesdays at Blue Jays Games to old reliable street meat vendors ready to refill your tank after a night out, there's no denying that a perfectly charred tube of mystery meat just hits the spot.Lately, though, the Toronto hot dog scene has been undergoing a glow-up of sorts, pushing the staples out from the city's most casual corners and into the spotlight, as hot dog-forward restaurants and concepts have begun to pop up like mushrooms.Within the past two months, no fewer than three hot dog-centric concepts have planted their roots in Toronto, and, as most good things tend to do, they're likely to continue multiplying as the hype builds.For Rafael Bastidas and Valerie Gil, the husband-and-wife team behind Tino’s in The Junction, w...

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8 d. ago Pride Parade headlines host of fun events marching into GTA this weekend

It’s a long weekend for many, which is celebration enough. And while that punishing heat wave is behind us, things will still be hot, hot, hot in the city. While Toronto Jazz Fest winds down, there are plenty of other festivals and other fun things going on in and around Toronto. Here’s what you need […]

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8 d. ago Leafs GM Brad Treliving ‘anticipates’ Mitch Marner hitting open market in free agency

'Unless there’s a significant change here, I would anticipate that he's going to hit the market.'

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8 d. ago Heat wave blamed for 42 Toronto emergency room visits, public health says

Toronto Public Health says it recorded 42 heat-related emergency department visits during the heat wave that gripped much of Ontario earlier this week.

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8 d. ago Toronto slaps down plans for massive tower to replace strip club

Plans to redevelop a landmark Toronto strip club with an enormous 64-storey condo tower have hit a bit of a snag following a refusal report issued by city planners in June.A proposed redevelopment of the Brass Rail and surrounding properties just south of Yonge and Bloor has been in the works since September 2022, with a plan from Vancouver-based developer Concord emerging the following year, featuring a design from architects Dialog.However, just months later — in December 2023 — City Council moved forward with a bid seeking heritage designation for properties at 699 Yonge Street and 707 Yonge Street under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act. In February 2024, the designation passed, granting new heritage protections for the properties and foreshadowing the resistance that the redevelopment plans are now facing.On June 19, the Director of Community Planning for Toronto and East York District issued a refusal report directing community council ...

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9 d. ago 'Only a matter of time' until Ottawa faces a catastrophic heat wave

'I believe we are going to face a potential catastrophic heat wave here. It is only a matter of time,' says physiology researcher Glen Kenny

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9 d. ago Olivia Chow apologizes after Toronto closed its swimming pools amid heat wave

Pushing back on the notion that provincial laws were to blame, Doug Ford said: 'There was no minister of labour inspector that called up and said shut down the pools'

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9 d. ago The hottest new ice cream and frozen treats for summer in Toronto

As Toronto weathers an almost unbearable heat wave this week, ice cream and other frozen treats seem to be at the top of everybody's mind.There's no way around it; it's hot in Toronto right now, like, really hot, and the first day of summer was only last Friday, June 20. In other words, there's a lot more where this weather came from in store for us this summer.It's easy to get bogged down in the sweaty clothes and sticky TTC rides of it all, but steamy summer weather also comes with one sweet silver lining: it's acceptable to eat ice cream, gelato, frozen yogurt, freezies and slushies whenever you want when it's this hot out.While you could stick to the classics, like longstanding stalwarts such as Tom's Dairy Freeze or Dutch Dreams, or even opt for the hyped-up spots, like Bar Ape and Ruru Baked, where all the cool cats are chilling out, there is also a whole host of new frozen treats around the city that'll quench your cravings while cooling yo...

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9 d. ago Heat Wave Threatens Power Output and Wildfires Across Europe

Europe’s heat wave is intensifying, fueling wildfires across the Mediterranean and threatening to curb electricity generation from both nuclear and hydropower plants.

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1 week ago Japan’s Heat Wave May Last for Weeks in Boost to Energy Demand

Japan is forecast to continue baking over the next two weeks as temperatures remain well above average, likely boosting energy demand and keeping power prices elevated.

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1 week ago This is one of the cheapest Toronto houses with a pool for sale right now

With Toronto in the midst of yet another sweltering heat wave, it's not an exaggeration to say that 2 Leyton Ave. is looking extremely refreshing right now.Located in the family-friendly Oakridge neighbourhood in Scarborough, this detached three-bedroom home is serving up serious summer vibes.Not only does this house back onto the peaceful greenery of Oakridge Park, but it also has a freshly (2023) waterproofed backyard pool and a deck space for lounging and working on that tan.The pool. Sure, it's not an inground pool, but when the temperatures in Toronto feel like you're in a sauna, who cares?And even better than the fact that this house has a pool is that it is currently listed for less than it sold for back in 2023. The kitchen. In 2023, 2 Leyton Ave. sold for $880,000, after sitting on the market for over seven months. The primary bedroom. Now, the house is listed for only $749,000, despite looking lik...

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1 week ago Video: Car launches into the air as road buckles, splits open reportedly due to extreme heat

'She had no chance to stop,' says Albert Blackwell who filmed the incident. 'I've seen small buckles, but never anything like this'

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