19 h. ago Here are all the Love Island watch parties happening in Toronto

Hello Islanders! If your entire summer schedule has revolved around tuning into nightly villa drama, surprise bombshells, and chaotic recouplings, you're not alone. Since June 3, Love Island USA's seventh season has taken over our screens (mine included) five nights a week, and now the moment we've all been texting our group chats about is finally here. From jaw-dropping Casa Amor betrayals (we're looking at you, Taylor) to steamy Soul Ties moments (Nicolandria forever!), this season's been a truly wild ride, and now, multiple Love Island season finale watch parties will be taking place around the city.     View this post on Instagram           A post shared by Crave (@cravecanada)Happening this Sunday, July 13, at Toronto's massive outdoor patio, RendezViews (229 Richmond St. W. ), you'll be able to watch the screening of the finale episode on a jumbotron alongsid...

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4 d. ago How ‘Love Island USA’ forced a star’s exit after racist posts resurfaced

After the first “bombshell” entered the “Love Island USA” villa this season, she quickly became a fan favourite and a front-runner to take home the show’s $100,000 cash prize. But on Sunday night’s episode, the show was hit with a different kind of explosion when Cierra Ortega, a 25-year-old L.A.-based content creator, was kicked off […]

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5 d. ago Study reveals how watching videos at double speed reworks brain

The digital age isn’t slowing down and neither are its participants. For many who watch videos on the internet — such as TikTok or YouTube — speed-watching has become a thing. It’s an increasingly common way for many to consume content since it enables the assimilation of information in half the time or more than […]

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6 d. ago Hundreds of bikes will take over Toronto streets for a huge party this month

Toronto's most joyful underground movement isn't happening in a club; it's actually happening on two wheels and is giving Tour de France (well, almost)!Bike Party Toronto is back on Saturday, July 12, and if you've ever seen a glowing stream of cyclists cruising through the city blasting music and dressed in wild outfits, chances are you've already had a taste of it.Think: a mobile dance party, a rolling rave, and a community ride all rolled into one neon-lit night. The concept is simple: you, your bike, a speaker, lights, and a bunch of new friends ready to take over Toronto’s streets and parks on a mystery route that turns into one big roaming celebration.How's that for a summery Saturday night?So, how does it work?Riders meet up at 7:30 p.m. (location to be revealed via email for those who sign up), deck out their bikes in glow sticks, blinkies, LEDs ( basically anything that lights up), and get ready for the ultimate ride of their lif...

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6 d. ago Toronto's only Hawaiian festival returns this month and it's totally free

If you're craving sunshine, island rhythms, and a taste of aloha spirit — without leaving the city — mark your calendars for AlohaFest Toronto, happening Saturday, July 26, 2025, at Mel Lastman Square from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.Back for another high-energy edition, this vibrant, all-ages festival is Toronto's only event dedicated to the diverse cultures of the Pacific Islands, and that's enough reason that you don't want to miss it!Presented by local hula school Hālau Hula I Ka Lā, AlohaFest brings together the dance, music, food, and community spirit of Polynesia for a full-day celebration. Expect a jam-packed schedule of live Polynesian dance and music performances featuring artists from across the GTA and beyond.Performers will take the stage in colourful regalia to showcase the rich traditions of Hawai'i, Samoa, Tahiti, Fiji, and more.The festival grounds will also host a curated marketplace of island-inspired vendors offering everything from handmade ...

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1 week ago Country's first wireless call happened on Canada Day 40 years ago in Toronto

This July 1 marks the 40th anniversary of Canada’s first wireless call. According to Rogers, it happened at Nathan Phillips Square in downtown Toronto.At the time, Toronto's mayor, Art Eggleton, made the call with Montreal's Mayor Jean Drapeau using a 10-pound (4.5kg) mobile phone. Rogers provided this call.In July 1985, mobile networks only were able to handle 100 calls per day, but now, Canadians make about 100 million calls and use 6.5 billion megabytes of data on Rogers wireless network."Our wireless journey began with a single call, and it was the beginning of many innovative firsts," said Tony Staffieri, president and CEO of Rogers in a press release. "We're proud of our legacy of leadership and innovation to connect Canadians on Canada’s most reliable networks."And while this is the 40th anniversary of Canada's first wireless call, Rogers also produced a video to celebrate this important milestone.

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2 w. ago Rogers Celebrates 40th Anniversary of Canada’s First Wireless Call on July 1

Usage skyrockets from 100 calls to 100 million calls a dayMarks four decades of wireless innovation leadership for Canadians TORONTO, June 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — July 1st marks the 40th anniversary of Canada’s first wireless call. It happened at Nathan Phillips Square in downtown Toronto. Art Eggleton, Toronto’s mayor at the time, called Montreal […]

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2 w. 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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2 w. ago Immigration, pensions, taxes: A look at Alberta Next panel survey questions

The Alberta Next panel's website launched with surveys on six issues. Before taking each survey, participants must watch a short video containing questions.

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2 w. ago Here's where to watch Canada Day fireworks in Toronto for 2025

Canada Day fireworks in Toronto are a classic way to kick off the summer, and this year, there are plenty of opportunities to catch a show no matter where you live. Whether you're celebrating Canada's 158th birthday or just enjoying some summertime fun, you'll find all sorts of dazzling fireworks displays happening across the city. As always, the City of Toronto is hosting official fireworks shows on Tuesday, July 1 at multiple locations, including Harbourfront Centre, Mel Lastman Square, Ashbridges Bay Park, Milliken Park, Stan Wadlow Park, Centennial Park (Etobicoke), and Amesbury Park. All City-supported events are free to attend and do not require tickets. With the exception of the Harbourfront Centre show, which kicks off at 10:45 p.m., all the other fireworks displays begin at 10 p.m. and run for approximately 15 minutes.     View this post on Instagram           A post s...

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2 w. ago Edmonton Oilers fans partied hard, but didn't cross the line

Edmonton Police say there weren't many arrests related to Oilers games and watch parties

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3 w. ago How can GM Brad Treliving make Maple Leafs’ DNA change happen?

Stanley Cup win by the Florida Panthers gave Toronto GM further incentive to get it right in the off-season.

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3 w. ago From Downtown Edmonton to Red Deer: Free watch parties for Oilers' Game 6

Oilers try to keep their season alive in Florida on Tuesday; if you can't fly south, here's the next best things

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3 w. ago From Red Deer to Downtown: Free watch parties for Oilers' Game 6 against Florida Panthers

Oilers try to keep their season alive in Florida on Tuesday; if you can't fly south, here's the next best things

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