78 m. ago EU Pledges State Aid, Trade Tools to Boost Chemicals Industry

The European Union pledged to use its trade defense powers and state aid measures to shield the continent’s chemicals makers from high energy costs and intensifying US and Chinese competition — a sign of the strain that one of the bloc’s most important industries is under.

Economics

84 m. ago Denise Richards’ husband files for divorce after 6 years of marriage

Richards' estranged husband is requesting spousal support from the actor and asking to keep their assets and debts as separate property.

Other

88 m. ago New Westminster police investigate assault against Facebook Marketplace seller

The man gave chase after he realized he was paid in counterfeit bills

Economics

4 h. ago Opinion: Rail proposals to airport and Banff are in national interest

Recent announcements by the province and the federal government bring us closer than ever to making passenger rail service from Calgary International Airport to downtown and onward to Banff a reality. These are no longer long-term dreams; they are shovel-ready projects that meet criteria for designation as national interest projects under Canada’s newly passed Building […]

Society

5 h. ago WeightWatchers Completes Financial Reorganization, Strengthens Leadership, and Expands Program Innovation to Support Women Through Menopause

With renewed financial strength, WeightWatchers accelerates its transformation with the appointment of key executives including Dr. Kim Boyd as Chief Medical Officer The Company is advancing its first integrated women’s health initiative focused on perimenopause and menopause, combining medical, nutritional, lifestyle, and community-based support WeightWatchers successfully relists as a public company on Nasdaq under ticker […]

Politics

9 h. ago UAE Approves BioAro’s Longevity+ Supplement, Signaling Major Market Potential in Global Preventive Health

With a patent-pending formula and international expansion underway, BioAro positions itself as a front-runner in the multi-billion-dollar longevity and wellness sector CALGARY, Alberta, July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In a significant move that bridges biotechnology, preventive health, and global wellness trends, Canadian biotech company BioAro has announced the launch of its first nutraceutical product under its […]

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9 h. ago Thales Reinforces its Leadership in eSIM and IoT Connectivity with a ‘Ready to Use’ Certified Solution

At a time when billions of connected objects are reshaping industries, Thales has achieved an essential security certification for its eSIM solution, reinforcing its leadership in trusted connectivity management for the Internet of Things (IoT). The certification, granted by the GSMA under the eSIM Security Assurance (eSA) scheme, marks a significant milestone in enabling large-scale, […]

Politics

12 h. ago Indian Rupee Underperforms Most Emerging Asian Currencies on Tariff Worries

Before the trading day starts we bring you a digest of the key news and events that are likely to move markets. Today we look at:

Economics

14 h. ago ‘High probability of extinction’: Urgent plea for action to save southern resident orcas

A new report says a population of endangered killer whales off the coast of British Columbia and Washington state is showing no sign of recovery under the current conditions.

Other

16 h. ago Kelowna mother’s death shows need for judicial changes to domestic violence laws: family

According to court documents, James Plover, Bailey McCourt's estranged husband, was charged with assault and uttering threats in June, 2024.

Events

16 h. ago Man serving time for killing business associate in 2010 granted day parole

In April 2010, the body of Patrick 'Patty' Leblanc was found in the trunk of his Cadillac in a parking lot in New Westminster

Economics

17 h. ago Saskatoon neighbours recall loud crash following fatal crane incident

Neighbours recall hearing a loud crash after a crane fell, killing one man and injuring another Saturday morning.

Events

17 h. ago Calgary man found guilty of 2023 murder, 2nd conviction in 16 years

Christopher Dunlop, 50, was found guilty of first-degree murder for the death of Judy Maerz, 58, on Monday, the second woman he’s killed in the past 16 years. Maerz’s body was found in Deerfoot Athletic Park in 2023, and an autopsy determined she was the victim of a homicide police believed happened within hours of...

Events

18 h. ago Scientists map recovery for endangered orcas off British Columbia’s coast

A new report from a group of more than 30 experts says a population of endangered killer whales off the coast of British Columbia and Washington state is showing “no sign of recovery” and there’s an “urgent need” for robust actions to save them. A statement from B.C.-based conservation groups says it marks the first […]

Events

18 h. ago Crews scour Thompson River after international student swept away in Kamloops

Police say the man entered the Thompson River to retrieve a volleyball and was caught in the undercurrent and swept away.

Society

19 h. ago Australian woman convicted of triple murder after serving beef Wellington with poisonous mushrooms

The case turned on the question of whether Erin Patterson meticulously planned a triple murder or accidentally killed three people she loved

Events

19 h. ago Chinese surveillance equipment company Hikvision appeals Ottawa’s shutdown order

Says it's asking for a judicial review of a June 27 federal government order under the Investment Canada Act

Economics

19 h. ago Alberta, Ontario premiers want ‘several’ oil pipelines built under Carney government

Asked if Prime Minister Mark Carney is all talk and no action, the Danielle Smith said 'there'll be a moment when the rubber hits the road'

Politics

20 h. ago TEXAS FLASH FLOOD: At least 89 dead as damage clean up continues

WATCH: The flooding in central Texas originated from the fast-moving waters on the Guadalupe River on Friday, search and rescue efforts are still underway. The destructive, fast-moving waters rose 26 feet (8 meters) on the river in only 45 minutes before daybreak Friday, washing away homes and vehicles. What do YOU think? Tell us your […]

Events

20 h. ago McCAUGHEY: NYC Campaign Finance Board rigs elections to benefit Democrats

New Yorkers are under the false impression that the taxpayer-funded New York City Campaign Finance Board is levelling the playing field to make voting for Gotham’s next mayor and other elected officials fair.  Just the opposite is true. The CFB is doling out obscene amounts of our money to tilt the scales in favour of […]

Politics