2 h. ago BOJ to Slow Bond Market Withdrawal After Standing Pat on Rates

The Bank of Japan stood pat on its interest rate and unveiled a plan to step back from the bond market at a slower pace from next year, in a sign of caution following heightened market volatility.

Economics

2 h. ago New Finance Rules Aim to Accelerate Emissions Cuts in Australia

Australia set new guidelines on the types of projects eligible for sustainable finance, aiming to accelerate investment in emissions reduction in polluting industries like agriculture, mining and energy.

Society

2 h. ago Paris, Berlin et Londres exhortent Téhéran à négocier «au plus vite, sans préconditions»

Les chefs de la diplomatie française, britannique et allemand ont «incité l'Iran à revenir sans préconditions à la table des négociations».

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8 h. ago Sikh separatists stage Calgary protest against Indian prime minister’s visit to G7

It was another day of protests in Calgary as world leaders attended the G7 summit in nearby Kananaskis, with the biggest crowd made up of about 30 Sikh separatists.

Politics

9 h. ago Wind, Solar Credits Set to End Earlier in Senate GOP Tax Bill

Senate Republicans released a bill that would end tax credits for wind and solar earlier than for other sources, dashing hopes of those seeking relief from major cuts passed by the House.

Economics

10 h. ago Here's what you can do in Ottawa with the Canada Strong Pass

From June 20 to Sept. 2, 2025, Canada’s historic sites and national parks will be free to visit and Via Rail tickets will be 25 per cent cheaper for young adults aged 18 to 24

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11 h. ago USW Local 1944 issues strike notice for Rogers technicians in Abbotsford

ABBOTSFORD, British Columbia, June 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — United Steelworkers union (USW) Local 1944 has issued a 72-hour strike notice at Rogers’ operations in Abbotsford, B.C., with 25 technicians set to walk off the job at 12:01 a.m. on Thursday, June 19. The Abbotsford technicians perform the same work as their counterparts in Surrey […]

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11 h. ago AIRO Announces Closing of Its Initial Public Offering and Full Exercise of Underwriters’ Option to Purchase Additional Shares

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. & MONTREAL & STØVRING, Denmark & WASHINGTON — AIRO Group Holdings, Inc. (“AIRO”), a company specializing in advanced aerospace and defense technologies, today announced the closing of its initial public offering of 6,900,000 shares of its common stock, including the full exercise of the underwriters’ option to purchase 900,000 additional shares, at a […]

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12 h. ago Mitch Marner's breakup with the Toronto Maple Leafs is getting messy

The latest twist in the ongoing breakup between Mitch Marner and the Toronto Maple Leafs appears to have hit the non-profit sector.According to YYZSportsMedia's Jonah Sigel, Marner's charity — known as the Marner Assist Foundation — is cancelling its annual summer event in Toronto, originally set for next month."After thoughtful consideration, we have made the difficult decision to cancel this year's event, scheduled for July 10 and 11. The uncertainty around Mitch's summer schedule makes it challenging to plan responsibly. Out of respect for the time and commitment of our partners and supporters, we feel it's best to make this decision now," the statement read as shared by Sigel. "While we are disappointed not to come together this year, the Foundation will continue to honour all its commitments to charitable partners. We remain deeply grateful for the community."Multiple reports have suggested that conversation has ceased be...

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12 h. ago John Rustad accuses former B.C. Conservative MLAs of blackmail

In a letter, Rustad tells the Conservative caucus that their former colleagues and staff are threatening to release 'blackmail materials,' including secret phone recordings and text messages

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12 h. ago Florida man accused of urinating on $10Gs worth of food at Sam’s Club store

An elderly man is in hot water after he allegedly urinated on more than $10,000 worth of food at a warehouse retailer in Florida. Patrick Francis Mitchell, 70, was arrested on June 4 and faces charges of criminal mischief resulting in more than $1,000 in damages and disorderly conduct, public records show. Mitchell was at […]

Economics

12 h. ago Judge blasts single mom for appearing late to virtual court while making a sandwich

A Michigan woman was slammed by a judge after she showed up late to a virtual court hearing wearing a robe and making a sandwich. Asja Outerbridge was supposed to sign on to the Zoom call in Detroit’s 36th District Court at 9 a.m. for a misdemeanor charge before Judge Sean Perkins. However, she was […]

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12 h. ago ‘No space for Bezos’: Venice locals protest billionaire’s wedding plans

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and his fiancée Lauren Sánchez are set to get married in a star-studded wedding, but some Venice locals are not happy about it.

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13 h. ago Massive wine festival celebrating Canada lands in Toronto this summer

A brand-new wine festival exclusively celebrating Canadian wineries is coming to Toronto this summer, with unlimited samples and local eats.While countries like Italy, France and even New Zealand tend to hog the spotlight on the world wine stage, Canada just so happens to be home to some great wineries of its own, and it's only fair that they get their time to shine, too.Enter Elbows Up Coast-to-Coast Wine Fair, which is taking over Fort York this July for one whole day spent saluting the country's best grape growers.Co-opting the hockey phrase made popular by Canadian comedy legend Mike Myers as a response to tariff threats from below the border, the brand-new wine festival was born out of the desire to uplift boozy beverages cultivated on home turf.At the inaugural installment of the festival, you can expect to explore over 25 different wineries based everywhere from B.C.'s Okanagan Valley to Nova Scotia's Annapolis Valley and in between.Geary Avenue favourite Para...

Culture

13 h. ago Donald Trump has arrived in Kananaskis: Why all eyes are on him at the 2025 G7 summit

Leadup to Trump's visit to Alberta for the G7 summit has been tumultuous

Politics

13 h. ago Driving Sector Growth Through Partnership: BIOQuébec and Bioscience Association Manitoba (BAM) Sign Memorandum of Understanding

LAVAL, Québec & WINNIPEG, Manitoba — BIOQuébec and Bioscience Association Manitoba (BAM) are proud to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that establishes a partnership between two of Canada’s leading life sciences organizations. This marks an important step toward a more integrated and competitive Canadian life sciences landscape, built on regional strengths […]

Culture

13 h. ago Macron visits Greenland and criticizes Trump’s threats to take it over

'I don’t think that’s what allies do,' the French president said Sunday. 'It’s important that Denmark and the Europeans commit themselves to this territory'

Politics

13 h. ago European Union leaders say Canada will sign defence procurement pact this month

KANANASKIS — European Union officials say Canada is likely to sign a defence procurement agreement with the continent when Prime Minister Mark Carney goes to Brussels later this month. Carney is set to visit the administrative capital of the European Union on June 23 for the Canada-EU summit, where he will meet with European Commission […]

Politics

13 h. ago Ottawa Charge leading scorer Tereza Vanišová expected to sign with PWHL Vancouver

Considered by GM Mike Hirshfeld as a “top priority” to re-sign back in May, Ottawa Charge leading goal scorer Tereza Vanišová is expected to join PWHL Vancouver after the first day of the league’s free agency window, according to Ian Kennedy of The Hockey News. The 29 year old’s talents have been in great demand […]

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15 h. ago Mitch Marner reportedly cancelling annual charity event an ominous sign for free agent

While an official statement hasn't been made, Marner's Assist Foundation website makes no reference to event that had been set for next month

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