77 m. 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.

Society

2 h. ago Canada Day celebrations draw thousands as Carney says values under pressure

OTTAWA — Canadians took to parks and civic squares across the country Tuesday to show unity on Canada Day amid American threats, economic uncertainty and western alienation. “We’ve decided not to pull apart and fight, but to come together and to build. Because that’s the Canadian way,” Prime Minister Mark Carney said to thousands of […]

Culture

5 h. ago U.S. won’t send some weapons pledged to Ukraine following Pentagon review

WASHINGTON — The U.S. is halting some shipments of weapons to Ukraine amid concerns that its own stockpiles have declined too much, officials said Tuesday. The munitions were previously promised to Ukraine for use during its ongoing war with Russia under the Biden administration. But the pause reflects a new set of priorities under President […]

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5 h. ago ‘Our town’s going to collapse’: Northern B.C. businesses demand Ottawa revisit immigration, work permit cuts

Community Futures Development Corporation says Prince Rupert is at risk due to federal government changes to immigration and work permit policies.

Economics

6 h. ago 'Pride and patriotism': 73 new Canadians take oath of citizenship on Canada Day

In total, 73 Canadians from 24 countries took their oath of citizenship, pledging to protect and honour their new country's institutions.

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8 h. ago ‘Proud to be a Canadian,’ says one of thousands of Canada Day revellers at Queen’s Park

There was a sea of red-and-white hats and other clothing as thousands of Canada Day celebrants of all ages took over Queen’s Park on Tuesday to honour of the country’s 158th birthday. “I’m proud to be Canadian,” said retired Torontonian Francis Gumabay, who attended the event with his wife, Milagro, and his dog, Hershey. “We’re […]

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10 h. ago Boxer Imane Khelif breaks silence over IOC’s new rules to protect women

Olympic boxing champion Imane Khelif spoke out after the new International Olympic Committee (IOC) president Kirsty Coventry announced policies to “protect the female category” at future games. Khelif, 26, won the gold medal in the women’s 66 kg division at the 2024 Paris Olympics, but the Algerian’s victory was marred by controversy over reports that […]

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10 h. ago Ottawa célèbre la fête du Canada en présence du prince Edward et de Mark Carney

La gouverneure générale a remis l’Ordre du Canada à six personnes mardi midi, dont Ryan Reynolds et Kim Thúy.

Transport

11 h. ago ‘Everyone’s going to be that much hungrier’: Bouchard talks about signing new deal with Oilers

The Oilers announced Bouchard's new US$42-million deal on Monday, just a day before the 25-year-old blueliner from Oakville, Ont., was set to become a restricted free agent.

Other

11 h. ago FVDED in the Park celebrates a decade of dance beats in Surrey

Tiësto, Kaytranada, Zedd and Disclosure headline anniversary event in Surrey

Culture

12 h. ago Bearspaw First Nation erects tipis west of Calgary to represent future development

“These tipis are not just a reminder of who we are, they are a symbol of where we’re going,” said Chief Darcy Dixon

Sport

12 h. ago Jury deliberating at Sean ’Diddy’ Combs’ sex trafficking trial asks to review Cassie’s testimony

NEW YORK (AP) — The jury deliberating at Sean “Diddy” Combs ‘ sex trafficking trial asked Tuesday to review critical testimony from one of the prosecution’s most important witnesses: the hip-hop mogul’s former longtime girlfriend Cassie. Jurors requested the testimony about 75 minutes into their second day of weighing charges that Combs used his fame, […]

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13 h. ago NHL ROUNDUP: Canucks extend Thatcher Demko and Connor Garland to multi

All-star goalie Thatcher Demko and winger Conor Garland are staying in Vancouver, signing extensions with the Canucks on Tuesday. Demko inked a three-year, $25.5-million deal, while Garland signed a six-year, $36-million contract. Both players are heading into the final season of five-year contracts and were set to become unrestricted free agents next summer. Demko, 29, […]

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14 h. ago Trump joked migrants would need to know ‘how to run away from an alligator’ to flee Florida facility

'Don’t run in a straight line. Run like this,' he said, as he moved his hand in a zigzag motion

Other

14 h. ago ‘It’s my country’: Mike Myers reveals why he’s ‘elbows up’ for Canada

'I love Canada ... if I wasn't Canadian, I'd want to be Canadian ... it's my country'

Other

15 h. ago Ford Foundation selects Yale dean and democracy scholar Heather Gerken to succeed Darren Walker

NEW YORK (AP) — The Ford Foundation has settled on its next leader. Yale Law School Dean Heather Gerken will succeed Darren Walker as the president of one of the largest U.S. charitable organizations, the Ford Foundation announced Monday. A leading expert on constitutional law and democracy, Gerken takes the helm of its $16 billion […]

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15 h. ago Ottawa set to host Canada Day celebration with Prince Edward, PM Carney

Ottawa's Canada Day ceremony will be getting the royal treatment Tuesday, with Prince Edward set to make a speech during a noon event at LeBreton Flats Park.

Culture

15 h. ago Ottawa set to host Canada Day celebration with Prince Edward, Mark Carney

Canada Day this year coincides with the 60th anniversary of the Canadian flag and the 45th anniversary of the official adoption of O Canada as the national anthem

Culture

15 h. ago Mark Carney says Canadians have chosen to unite despite living in a fractured world

Canada Day this year coincides with the 60th anniversary of the Canadian flag and the 45th anniversary of the official adoption of O Canada as the national anthem

Transport

15 h. ago Here’s what Mark Carney said to thousands of people gathered in Ottawa on Canada Day

This year’s festivities at LeBreton Flats Park got the royal treatment, with Prince Edward praising Canada’s unity and accomplishments

Transport