3 h. ago Dollar Steady as Traders Turn Focus to Fed Meeting: Markets Wrap

The dollar was steady in early Asian trading as US-China trade talks entered a second day, with investors focused on this week’s Federal Reserve policy decision.

Economics

5 h. ago Bonnie Crombie announces resignation as Ontario Liberal leader

Bonnie Crombie has announced she is stepping down as leader of the Ontario Liberal Party after narrowly surviving a leadership review vote with 57 per cent support from the party delegates.Crombie, who was elected Ontario Liberal leader in Dec. 2023 after formerly serving as Mississauga Mayor, issued a statement on social media announcing her resignation on Sunday, stating that she intends to step down once a successor is chosen.Crombie's complete statement can be read below."This weekend, we had the largest AGM in the history of our party. I could feel the energy everywhere. In our delegates, in the ideas from our members, and in the passion of Liberals from every corner of Ontario.""I looked out at our audience today and thought about all the conversations I've had over the last few days. Passionate conversations. Hopeful conversations. Conversations with Ontario Liberals who see that the future of this province is bright and who are ready to make sure it ha...

Politics

5 h. ago Family of toddler killed in Richmond Hill daycare crash demands action

RICHMOND HILL — The family of a toddler killed when an SUV drove into a Richmond Hill daycare is speaking out and demanding change to boost safety in all childcare facilities. Liam Riazati, 1, died Wednesday after a vehicle drove into a daycare, leaving six young children and three adults injured. York Regional Police said […]

Events

6 h. ago TERRAZZANO: Carney must can the ban on gas and diesel vehicles 

When your puppy makes a mess on the carpet, you don’t sit around for 60 days consulting. It’s a rapid reaction situation. Remove the “deposit.” Apply soapy water. Move on and play fetch. There are parallels between politics and puppies. Former prime minister Justin Trudeau left a huge mess for Prime Minister Mark Carney to […]

Transport

7 h. ago ‘He was everything to our family’: Toddler killed in Ont. daycare crash laid to rest

The family of a 17-month-old boy, who was killed after a vehicle drove into a daycare in Richmond Hill, Ont., last week, is calling for change to prevent another tragedy.

Events

7 h. ago Drinking beer can make you more attractive to mosquitoes: Study

Enjoying a cold beer on a hot day may lead to itchy skin. Not because of the drink but the mosquitoes hovering around and about to sting you. Researchers in the Netherlands set up shipping containers as a pop-up laboratory at Lowlands, one of the biggest music festivals in the country, in August 2023. Those […]

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8 h. ago Bengals QB Joe Burrow leaves game with left ankle injury during 2nd quarter against Jaguars

CINCINNATI (AP) — Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow left the game after he suffered a left ankle injury during the second quarter of Sunday’s game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Burrow was sacked by Jaguars defensive tackle Arik Armstead for a 5-yard loss at the Bengals 35-yard line with 9:02 remaining in the first half. It […]

Culture

11 h. ago Charlie Kirk supporters leading campaign to have people punished for mocking his death

Teachers, firefighters, federal workers and military personnel among those targetted for their public comments, with some losing their jobs

Events

13 h. ago Police investigating suspicious death after body found in Waterloo Region

Investigators are looking into the case and say they have identified a vehicle that may have been involved.

Events

13 h. ago Workers commenting on Kirk’s death learn the limits of free speech in and out of their jobs

NEW YORK (AP) — In the days following the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, numerous workers have been fired for their comments on his death, among them MSNBC political analyst Matthew Dowd. Several conservative activists have sought to identify social media users whose posts about Kirk they viewed as offensive or celebratory, targeting […]

Society

14 h. ago Teacher suspended after showing students video related to Charlie Kirk’s death

A spokesperson for the Toronto District School Board confirmed the video mentioned in the letter was related to Kirk's death.

Events

14 h. ago University of Toronto professor on leave after Charlie Kirk comments draw backlash

The University of Toronto says it took immediate action after learning about what it called "concerning social media posts" from one of its professors.

Society

16 h. ago Shawn Whatley: Dr. Brian Day’s new book contains the secret to fixing medicare

This isn't about greed versus socialism but about patient care versus bureaucratic rot

Transport

17 h. ago DEAR ABBY: Wife’s financial planning sparks protest from husband

DEAR ABBY: I’ve been married for 19 years to my second husband, “Jack.” Our children are grown. When we met, I was a business owner, and he was retired. He has had numerous medical issues and procedures, and I have always insured him on my health plans and been his advocate. We have always had […]

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26 h. ago Former NHLPA head Bob Goodenow, who led players through two long lockouts, dead at 72

Former NHL Players’ Association executive director Bob Goodenow, who held the post for 13 years and led players through two long work stoppages, has died. The NHLPA said in a release that Goodenow died suddenly at age 72. A cause of death was not given. Goodenow became the NHLPA’s second executive director in 1992, succeeding […]

Events

33 h. ago Ugo Fredette cherche l'amour depuis le pénitencier de Cowansville

Condamné à la prison à vie pour deux meurtres, dont celui de son ex-conjointe, Ugo Fredette recherche l’amour sur un site de rencontre pour détenus

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35 h. ago Dolphins’ Tyreek Hill says focus is on football amid domestic violence allegations

WASHINGTON — Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill said Friday he is focusing on football amid reports the NFL has launched an investigation into domestic violence allegations against him. The NFL is reportedly investigating after TMZ reported this week that Hill’s estranged wife, Keeta Vaccaro, accused him in sealed records in a divorce filing of […]

Sport

36 h. ago This Day in History: Great fire of 1898 destroys downtown New Westminster

At times, the fierce beating of the heat created air waves on the cathedral chimes, which caused them to emit a weird, sad sound, wrote one Vancouver newspaper

Events

46 h. ago This scenic railroad in Ontario takes colourful fall excursions into the wilderness

The South Simcoe Railway's Fall Colour Excursions, a fall tradition for many in Ontario, return this month, and the historic railway is set to take passengers aboard scenic fall-colours train rides from Tottenham to Beeton for another season.Each round trip, from Tottenham to Beeton and back, lasts just under an hour, and along the way, the conductor shares tidbits of Canada's rich railway history. The fall foliage makes a pretty backdrop for this autumn outing as train riders get to see the changing colours of the leaves throughout the journey aboard a vintage 1920s locomotive.Passengers will usually board Engine #136 to take the trip from Tottenham to Beeton, winding through the Beeton Valley Creek and immersing in all the fall colours and foliage. Given how popular this nature tour gets — the leaves' changing colours at the Beeton Valley Creek are at their best during autumn — it's highly recommend...

Transport

48 h. ago Blue Jays’ pitching, timely hitting combine to stymie visiting Orioles

Chris Bassitt and his home-dominant pitching was back on the mound in Friday night’s series opener against the Baltimore Orioles. In many ways, the veteran right-hander was in a no-win situation given the events of the previous day when Kevin Gausman spun a magical complete game shutout. What stood out from Bassitt’s start was how […]

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