25 m. ago Request to unseal Epstein grand jury transcripts likely to disappoint, ex

NEW YORK (AP) — A Justice Department request to unseal grand jury transcripts in the prosecution of chronic sexual abuser Jeffrey Epstein and his former girlfriend is unlikely to produce much, if anything, to satisfy the public’s appetite for new revelations about the financier’s crimes, former federal prosecutors say. Attorney Sarah Krissoff, an assistant U.S. […]

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1 hour ago Premiers meeting in Ontario to tackle Trump tariff ultimatum and internal trade barriers

Tariffs and trade are top of the agenda as the country’s premiers arrive in Ontario’s cottage country for a three-day meeting that comes at a pivotal time for both Canada-U.S. and domestic relations. The premiers’ summer gathering in Muskoka will also feature a Tuesday meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney, as trade talks with the […]

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3 h. ago Salmonella contaminated salami recalled extended to B.C. and Saskatchewan

Nine of the 87 people made ill in six provinces are in hospital; multiple brands affected

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3 h. ago Ulanzi Named Global No.1 in Camera Accessories Sales Volume for 2024 by Frost & Sullivan

NEW YORK, July 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Chinese imaging gear brand Ulanzi has been recognized by global research firm Frost & Sullivan as the No. 1 camera-accessories brand worldwide by sales volume in 2024, marking a significant milestone in the company’s nearly decade-long global journey. *Ulanzi specializes in photography accessories, including tripods, stabilizers, lights, audio gear, […]

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14 h. ago Cruises in Muskoka offer breathtaking views of Ontario's cottage country

Cruises in Muskoka offer a chance to take in blue open waters, sprawling landscapes and fresh air — all just part of Ontario's natural charm.There's something about escaping the hustle and bustle of city life while cruising gently on the water, soaking in all that summer has to offer. Whether you want to spend a full day on the boat or just a few hours, you can find a great time waiting for you on any of these Muskoka cruises. So hop aboard, because sparkling shorelines and sunny afternoons could be on your horizon. Island Queen Cruise Did you know Georgian Bay is dotted with 30,000 islands? On this three-hour, non-stop cruise, you can explore part of the world's largest freshwater archipelago.Choose from two unique routes and get up close to some remote outer islands through a captain's eye view.    View this post on Instagram           A post shared by 30,...

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15 h. ago IHIT: Richmond homicide a case of intimate partner violence, man charged

George Dragnea faces one count of second-degree murder after a 51-year-old woman was found suffering serious injuries Friday. She died in hospital later that day.

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23 h. ago REVIEW: ‘Smurfs’ get surreal, which might be lost on the kids

The biggest surprise about the new “Smurfs” movie was the smattering of applause that bubbled forth in the darkness of a recent, kid-friendly preview screening as the credits began to roll. But the animated film – a complicated portal-hopping adventure set in the (groan) multiverse that also incorporates a smattering of live action, mostly scenery […]

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24 h. ago WNBA’s Chicago Sky tries to protect their players on social media. Here’s what that means

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Chicago Sky co-owner Nadia Rawlinson knew security concerns were serious. The Sky have physical security nearly 24 hours a day _ around hotels, outside gyms, by buses and planes — but one of the final frontiers of player safety was the internet. Earlier this month, the Sky teamed up with Moonshot to […]

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27 h. ago This Day in History, 1973: Somebody drops LSD into Robert Plant's drink at a Led Zeppelin concert

The British quartet were big favourites in Vancouver, but cut their 1973 show short to take Robert Plant to the hospital

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27 h. ago The Chicago Sky are trying to protect their players on social media. Here’s what that means

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Chicago Sky co-owner Nadia Rawlinson knew security concerns were serious. The Sky have physical security nearly 24 hours a day _ around hotels, outside gyms, by buses and planes — but one of the final frontiers of player safety was the internet. Earlier this month, the Sky teamed up with Moonshot to […]

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30 h. ago Learning tools and games to keep your kids engaged this summer

Avoid that dreaded summer slide with these engaging learning activities and games. 

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38 h. ago Toronto's weed fair is back next month but last year's drama lingers

Toronto's KIND Summer Fair is returning to the city from August 12 to 13, 2025 — but not everyone is lighting up with excitement.While the annual cannabis celebration promises "immersive brand experiences," live music, and networking opportunities, many Toronto weed lovers haven't forgotten how last year's fair left a bad taste in their mouths — and not the kind that edibles are supposed to deliver.For a festival that claims to be Canada's leading cannabis event, 2024's winter edition left many attendees feeling burnt out, ripped off, and ignored. "If I wanted to be in a mosh pit, I would've went to a metal concert like I did earlier in the month, not at a cannabis event," said one frustrated attendee after last year’s fair."They need to issue some sort of statement and, if they don't, it says a LOT." Complaints ranged from overcrowding and poor organization to bad vibes from st...

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38 h. ago Daytime rave in Toronto promises to have you home in bed by 10 p.m.

If you're 30+ and the thought of a 2 a.m. last call makes your knees ache and your head spin, this new Toronto party is calling your name.Bed By 10, the ultimate dance floor revival for grown-ups, is throwing a massive daytime club bash in the city on Saturday, August 23, and yes, you'll be home in time to order takeout and be under the covers before the sun sets.Taking over Noir at Rebel (11 Polson St.) from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., this high-energy party blends the nostalgia of your glory days with the practicality of adult bedtime. Isn't that what you need for the perfect night (or should I say, day?) out?What to expectDJs spinning the best of the '80s, '90s, and early 2000s — think bangers from Destiny's Child to Daft Punk, along with confetti blasts, CO2 cannons, and full-scale visuals you'd expect to take you back to your nightclub heyday.And all this while the sun's still shining bright outside! Which means full-on summer vib...

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42 h. ago Scouts Canada selling historic Quebec camp it has owned for over 100 years

The organization says the new owner will preserve over 80 per cent of the land for conservation, while opening a part to the public.

Economics

43 h. ago Alleged assault renews calls for shutdown of homeless day centre in Rocky Ridge

A woman said she witnessed a stabbing outside the Journey Church homeless refuge on Thursday, but police could find no evidence of it

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44 h. ago Alberta rainy day Heritage Fund hits $30B after injection of $2.8B from surplus

Premier Danielle Smith's government wants the Heritage Fund to hit $250 billion by 2050 so future Alberta governments can spend investment returns without draining the fund.

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44 h. ago Kids use Lemonade Day to whet their appetite for branding and selling

Lemonade Day gives children aged five to 13 a chance to show off their entrepreneurship skills

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44 h. ago Optiva Inc. enters into Support Agreement with Holders of Approximately 85% of Outstanding Senior Secured Notes to Provide 45

Optiva is in negotiations with its existing noteholders and certain third parties regarding a potential transaction that would result in the exchange of Optiva’s outstanding notes for a combination of shares and new notes of a proforma merged strategic third party (a “Potential Transaction“). Optiva will continue operating its business as usual, fulfilling all ongoing […]

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45 h. ago S&P/TSX composite down at Friday’s close, U.S. markets mixed amid muted trading day

TORONTO — Losses in industrial stocks weighed on the Toronto market as Canada’s main stock index finished lower on Friday, while U.S. stock markets were mixed amid a quieter trading day. Steve Locke, chief investment officer for fixed income and multi-asset strategies at Mackenzie Investments, said trading on Friday was “muted” compared to what has […]

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46 h. ago Disturbing video captures alleged kidnapping attempt in Florida

A shocking kidnapping attempt caught on video has led to the arrest of a man in Florida. In the surveillance video released by police, the suspect is seen dragging a woman, while holding her in a chokehold, into a dark grey pickup truck in a parking lot in St. Augustine. The woman can be heard […]

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