15 h. ago Patel faces congressional hearings after missteps in Kirk assassination probe and turmoil at FBI

WASHINGTON — Hours after the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, FBI Director Kash Patel declared online that “the subject” in the killing was in custody. The shooter was not. The two men who had been detained were quickly released, and Utah officials acknowledged that the gunman remained at large. The false assurance was more […]

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21 h. ago FBI director faces congressional hearings after missteps in Kirk assassination probe

There is high-stakes uncertainty surrounding Patel’s leadership of the bureau when its credibility — and his own — are under extraordinary pressure.

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30 h. ago Detached Toronto house is under $500,000 but there's a catch

Attention, brave souls of the Toronto real estate world: a detached house on Rhodes Ave. E. has magically appeared on the market for under $500,000. Yes, under.Of course, it's a bit of a mess. We're talking a bed in the dining room, particle board–covered windows, missing ceilings, and a basement that adults and children alike would be scared to enter.But according to the listing, it's got "potential", you just need to look past the chaos to see it. What was once probably the dining room. You'll definitely need a strong stomach and positive attitude to navigate the "needs TLC" part.The one and only bathroom that is missing part of the ceiling. From the photos, there's a lot of work to be done if you're going to keep the original structure. An air-conditioning unit is balanced over the stairs. But if you dream of being a handyman, a builder, or a renovator with a boat load of optimism, this could be a gre...

Economics

30 h. ago 10 condos you can buy for less than $400k in downtown Toronto right now

Toronto's real estate market is in an unprecedented downward spiral which continues to scare away buyers worried about what snail-paced sales and a growing backlog of listings will mean for their future investment.But, for those brave enough to fulfill their dream of property ownership amid such an uncertain market (and economy in general), there are some serious deals to be had, with house, townhome and condo prices inching downward, in some cases to levels not seen in many years.For the first time in a long time, units in downtown T.O. are getting snagged for around the $350,000 mark — one, in fact, sold for only $295,000 this week — with dozens currently available in the $300k range, which would have been unheard of just a few years ago.Here are some of the most affordable units on the market right now:1014-251 Jarvis StreetKW Living Realty, Brokerage/condos.caThis clean, bright studio may be small and cookie-cutter, but wha...

Economics

30 h. ago Huge harvest market to take over Toronto park for two weekends this fall

Fall is officially slowly creeping in on us, and with that comes pumpkin spice lattes, cozy sweaters galore, and events in the city like the free Fall Harvest Market taking over Toronto's Queens Quay later this month.If an autumn-themed market is something you're looking forward to experiencing during the upcoming season, then mark your calendars and get ready to explore a specially curated vendor market, live music, delicious food, and more to celebrate the arrival of fall.Presented by Street Eats Market and the Waterfront BIA, festival highlights also include a pumpkin patch (cue aesthetic photo opps for your socials), a fire pit and s'mores zone to please your sweet tooth, and an apple bobbing competition (a seasonal staple).A complete list of things to do at the market is available on the event website.Part of the Water/Fall Festival — an attraction that presents art installations, entertainment, food markets, and more, over a span of two weekends in the c...

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30 h. ago Stratégie climatique du Canada: «C’est l’incertitude qui nous inquiète»

Entrevue avec Rick Smith, président de l’Institut climatique du Canada, au sujet des reculs climatiques de Mark Carney.

Society

32 h. ago Streveler struggles in Hamilton, Bombers drop third straight and fall below .500 mark

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers dropped their third straight game, 32-21 to the Hamilton Tiger-Cats on Friday night. and fell to 6-7 on the season.

Events

33 h. ago Evan Dunfee wins gold in 35K race walk at World Athletics Championships

TOKYO — Canadian team stalwart Evan Dunfee told local media on Thursday he was hoping to create a race walk to remember at the 2025 World Athletics Championships. Mission accomplished. The 34-year-old Dunfee, of Richmond, B.C. — competing in his seventh world championships — struck gold Friday in the men’s 35-kilometre race walk, reeling in […]

Sport

34 h. ago Cull of 400 B.C. ostriches to go ahead, court of appeal rules

The Federal Court of Appeal has denied an application for another stay order to delay a cull of about 400 ostriches at a British Columbia farm.

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34 h. ago Federal Court rejects B.C. ostrich farm’s bid for delay on cull order

The Federal Court of Appeal has denied an application for another stay order to delay a cull of about 400 ostriches at a B.C. farm

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35 h. ago Peel cops investigate hit and run after Mississauga dad finds driver on his own

Peel Regional Police confirmed Friday they are investigating a hit and run in Mississauga after the father of a teen boy, who was hit but suffered only minor injuries, located the driver on his own. “Police are looking into the matter and currently investigating,” Peel Regional Police Const. Tyler Bell-Morena told the Sun. “Police have […]

Economics

35 h. ago RCMP find bodies of 2 missing boaters who drowned in Upper Kananaskis Lake

Four people were in the canoe when it overturned on Upper Kananaskis Lake, an area tucked behind several mountain tops near the Alberta-B.C. boundary.

Events

37 h. ago The TSX stocks that could be winners from Mark Carney’s list of major projects

The Week in Stocks: Analysts dig into Ottawa's major project priorities, Oracle hits new highs and is it time to trim your TSX holdings?

Politics

37 h. ago CHL vs. NCAA scouting access fracas misses the bigger picture

Patrick Johnston: Making it hard for NCAA coaches and scouts to attend CHL games won't get Canadian junior hockey anywhere

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37 h. ago Canadian major junior teams are at risk of falling behind the NCAA

Patrick Johnston: Making it hard for NCAA coaches and scouts to attend CHL games won't get Canadian junior hockey anywhere

Politics

37 h. ago Oilers notebook: Roby Jarventie is an intriguing training camp story, but can he stay healthy?

“He hits a one-timer better than anybody. He can make small-area plays. He won’t kill you with his speed but he’s got poise"

Science

38 h. ago Robocalls and flyers urge Ontario Liberals to stick with Bonnie Crombie

Liberals will vote on whether to trigger a new leadership race and sack Crombie as leader or allow her to stay on to contest another election against Doug Ford.

Transport

38 h. ago Maple Leafs keeping close eye on trio of hidden gems at Prospects Showdown

Missing key draft assets because of past trades, Toronto hopes this weekend's rookie tourney in Montreal yields some future talent.

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38 h. ago Nova Scotia estimates initial capital cost of Wind West at $60 billion

HALIFAX — A Nova Scotia government document on the proposed initial phase of the Wind West offshore project pegs the capital cost at $60 billion. The estimate is contained in the document released Thursday, following Prime Minister Mark Carney’s announcement that Ottawa is prepared to work with Nova Scotia to ramp up the ambitious plan. […]

Economics

38 h. ago Dwayne Johnson set aside self doubt for The Smashing Machine

After bulking up to portray legendary MMA fighter Mark Kerr in The Smashing Machine, Dwayne Johnson is slimming down to play a man who befriends a chicken in his next movie. Following his latest film’s buzzworthy premiere at the Venice Film Festival, Johnson, who has been earning raves as the lead in the upcoming sports […]

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