15 h. ago Christine Van Geyn: Letting safety override freedom makes us all ‘pre

As in the movie Minority Report, when governments define everyone as potentially dangerous, everyone becomes subject to control

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17 h. ago German Breweries Are Forced to Adapt as Gen Z Goes Alkoholfrei

Over the course of its 172-year-history, the Lang-Bräu brewery in the north of Bavaria has weathered two world wars and the fall of the Iron Curtain, whose defenses once stood less than thirty minutes away. But money troubles in recent years proved more than the small operation could handle. Facing €12 million ($13.9 million) in costs for much-needed upgrades, the owners decided last summer to shut everything down.

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20 h. ago Here are all the Ontario fall fairs and festivals you need to check out this year

Ontario is home to an incredibly diverse set of fall fairs and festivals that residents can add to their bucket lists for this upcoming season, with something to do in almost every corner of the GTA.We've compiled a list of the region's best seasonal celebrations to help you fully take advantage of autumn 2025, no matter where in Southern Ontario you're located:Staple seasonal festivalsAlthough there are a plethora of events that take over the fall months each year, there are certain fairs that have become staples in Ontario — the ones that you tell your friends about and mark on your calendar well in advance. Here's a list of the most talked-about fall fairs that are returning for 2025:September 5 - 28: Niagara Grape and Wine Festival (St. Catharines)September 5 - 7: Uxbridge Fall Fair (Uxbridge)September 6: Severn Bridge Fall Fair (Muskoka)September 11 - 14: Brampton Fall Fair (Brampton)September 12 - 14: Supercraw...

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21 h. ago Here's where you can still catch free outdoor movies in the GTA before summer ends

Summer nights are only going to be a thing for a few more weeks, and if you're looking to make the most of them with activities that won't break the bank, a number of public green spaces in and around Toronto are offering free movie nights all month long to close out the season.Here's where you can still catch an outdoor flick, absolutely free:Brampton Garden SquareThis site features two movies a night, one at 6 p.m. and the other at 8 p.m., respectively.August 23 - Wish (2023) & Mufasa: The Lion King (2024)August 30 - The Lorax (2012) & Captain America: Brave New World (2025)Chinguacousy Park Movie-goers can enjoy films under the stars starting at 8:30 p.m. August 22 - Wicked: Part 1 (2024)Mount Pleasant Square Catch some of your favourite movies starting at 8:30 p.m. at this square. August 16 - Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (2024)August 23 - Captain America: Brave New World (2025) Gore Meadows Community Ce...

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21 h. ago This secluded Ontario beach is a much quieter alternative to its popular neighbour

If you're looking for a secluded, less busy beach to visit this summer, you still have time to check out Oliphant Beach in South Bruce Peninsula, Ontario. This lesser-known (and therefore a lot quieter) beach is home to some long shorelines along Lake Huron, and shallow, clean water. The spot is a popular destination for kiteboarding, windsurfing and sailing because of the near-shore waters — which are similar in nature to, though less populated than, the bustling nearby Saugeen (formerly Sauble) Beach.Windsurfing is a popular sport at Oliphant Beach because of its shallow waters. Photo from Town of South Bruce Peninsula.The sands are a great place to hang out and spend the day if you're a water baby and just want to go for a relaxing time, especially with summer's stunning warm weather wrapping up in the weeks to come.But having the picture-perfect beach day isn't the only thing to do at Oliphant...

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23 h. ago Air Canada flight cancellations snarl passengers’ travel plans

Air Canada’s cancellation of several flights due to the strike by its flight attendants has thrown a wrench in the summer travel plans of thousands of air passengers.

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31 h. ago Three straight for Calgary's Abigail Strate, as ski jumper scores another grand

WISLA, Poland — Make it three podiums in a row for Canadian ski jumper, Abigail Strate, on the Summer Grand Prix. The colourful Canuck from Calgary soared to the bronze medal Saturday — her third medal in as many competitions — in the women’s large hill test in Wisla, Poland. “I was feeling a little […]

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35 h. ago Danish train moving at ‘relatively high speed’ when hit farm truck: police

Copenhagen (AFP) — Danish police said Saturday that an express train that hit a farm truck killing one person and injuring 27 was travelling at a “relatively high speed” when the collision happened. The drivers of the train and the truck are both among the critically injured from Friday’s accident on a railway crossing at […]

Transport

35 h. ago Erin becomes a Category 4 hurricane in the Caribbean as region braces for flooding

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Erin strengthened into a powerful Category 4 hurricane in the Caribbean on Saturday and continues to intensify, the National Hurricane Center said. The storm is currently 150 miles (240 kilometres) northeast of Anguilla with maximum sustained winds of 145 mph (230 kph). It is moving west-northwest at 20 mph […]

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39 h. ago Why Simons is betting on the future of Canadian retail: FP video

Watch: Plus, how Amazon movies are helping Cineplex rebound from its pandemic slump and more

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42 h. ago Were you planning to fly Air Canada? What you need to know about the strike

Air Canada flights are cancelled after thousands of flight attendants began a strike early Saturday morning. The company says the work stoppage means all Air Canada and Air Canada Rouge flights would be cancelled amid the work stoppage. Around 130,000 customers will be affected each day that the strike continues. For summer travellers worried about […]

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43 h. ago Marooned by Air Canada flight attendant strike? Here are your options

You were planning to catch a flight and the dreaded text pops up on your phone: your flight has been cancelled. Now what? More than 10,000 Air Canada flight attendants are off the job after a strike deadline passed Saturday without a deal. The airline had already cancelled 500 flights on Friday in anticipation of […]

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52 h. ago CRIME SCENE: Man, woman charged with 44 offences in GTA human trafficking case

Two people are facing 44 combined charges in a human trafficking investigation in the Greater Toronto Area that began in June. It’s alleged that through a combination of deception, coercion and control, the accused trafficked 14-year-old and 17-year-old female victims and the money they earned was surrendered to and kept by the accused. It’s further […]

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55 h. ago Toronto Argonauts, B.C. Lions to play home games on the road during World Cup

The CFL will make way for the FIFA World Cup next summer. Both the Toronto Argonauts and B.C. Lions will play home games away from their respective venues during the World Cup, which will be held from June 11 to July 19 with contests in Canada, Mexico and the United States. Vancouver and Toronto will […]

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55 h. ago FACT FOCUS: No, taxpayers will not receive new stimulus checks this summer

Don’t splurge just yet. Rumors spread online Friday that the U.S. government will soon be issuing stimulus checks to taxpayers in certain income brackets. But Congress has not passed legislation to authorize such payments, and, according to the IRS, no new stimulus checks will be distributed in the coming weeks. Here’s a closer look at […]

Economics

55 h. ago Spirit Halloween already opening stores in Ontario in the middle of summer

It might only be mid-August, but it seems Halloween fanatics in Ontario are already gearing up for the spooky season. Although the autumn holiday is still 77 days away, American retailer Spirit Halloween has prematurely begun opening stores across the province, which, depending on where you fall on the Halloween-loving spectrum, could be considered either exciting or early to a fault. As expected, the early rollout already sparked elation (and an equal amount of confusion), with costume planning apparently well underway for a large portion of shoppers.     View this post on Instagram           A post shared by Spirit Halloween (@spirithalloween)As of Aug. 15, locations now open include Spirit Halloween on King Street and in North York, Erin Mills, Bramalea City, Stoney Creek, Upper James, and Niagara Falls.More stores are expected to open later this month in areas like St Clair A...

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55 h. ago Here are all the celebs coming to Fan Expo Canada 2025 in Toronto

Fan Expo Canada 2025 officially arrives in Toronto next week, meaning comic book, video game, anime, science fiction and fantasy fanatics will have endless opportunities to come face-to-face with some of their favourite celebrities. The annual convention is the largest comics and gaming event in Canada and the third-largest pop culture event in North America, with attendees flying in from all around the world to connect with each other and meet A-list artists, creators and actors. If you're planning on heading down to the four-day convention, you're most likely hoping to catch a photo op with a star, and there will be no shortage of them to meet throughout the event. As always, this year's convention offers meet-and-greets with a star-studded list of actors, including Michael J. Fox (Back to the Future), Ewan McGregor (Star Wars), Hailee Steinfeld (Hawkeye, Sinners), William Shatner (Star Trek) and Christopher Lloyd (Back to the Future)...

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56 h. ago Have you done nothing all summer? Then you’re doing it right

By August, summer has hit its stride. Patios are packed, festivals are in full swing, and if we have strong social bonds, our calendars overflow with invitations. The season vibrates with possibility. But what if, between saying yes to every barbecue and cramming in one more weekend adventure, we tapped into summer’s most underrated gift: […]

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60 h. ago Toronto food alley that just opened on a buzzy strip last year has closed down

An outdoor food market in Toronto that once boasted a dozen vendors has closed permanently after only a few months.Founded in October 2024, Queen West's Food Alley promised to be a one-of-a-kind addition to the landscape of the buzzing downtown core.Transforming a vacant lot into a culinary bazaar populated by upwards of 14 independent vendors served burgers, pizza, dumplings, ice cream and beyond to scores of hungry shoppers under draping Edison string lights.Toronto alley transforming into a new street food market https://t.co/GbaL8AwG8r— blogTO (@blogTO) September 20, 2024Honestly, it would have been a cool idea had it been able to stick around. Alas, no more than 10 months after opening its gate, the Food Alley suddenly announced via Instagram post that it was closing down permanently, with little explanation."This is a goodbye! Thank you Queen W.," the stylized image reads, adding, "Queen West, you've been a dream," in the c...

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62 h. ago Best Ninja products to buy for all your 2025 summer festivities

These Ninja appliances bring pro-level performance right to your kitchen counter.

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