17 h. ago Montreal bicycle rental company sets new records during public transit strike

MONTREAL — Montreal’s main bicycle rental company says its users smashed records during the recent transit strike, travelling the equivalent of more than 50 times around the Earth. BIXI Montreal, which rents bikes for short rides, says its users made more than 80,000 trips a day during seven of the nine strike days, including more […]

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19 h. ago 50 YEARS AFTER JAWS: OCEARCH SETS THE RECORD STRAIGHT ON WHITE SHARKS

Exclusive Research from OCEARCH Shatters Myths, Revealing the Real Role of White Sharks in Ocean Health JACKSONVILLE, FL, June 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As we mark the 50th anniversary of JAWS, OCEARCH, the global leader in ocean research and shark conservation, is unveiling new insights into the white sharks that inspired the film. For […]

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21 h. ago NYC Is Set to Sizzle as Record Heat Bears Down on the US Northeast

New York City and the US Northeast will shift to searing heat after weeks of rain and clouds as record-breaking temperatures descend on the region.

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4 d. ago B.C. climate news: Wildfire near Squamish closes provincial park | B.C. heat wave sets records | May was second hottest on record globally

Here's all the latest local and international news concerning climate change for the week of June 9 to June 15, 2025.

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5 d. ago Abstractive Health Launches Clinical Time Machine, the First AI Game Built on Real Historical Patient Records

NEW YORK — Abstractive Health has launched Clinical Time Machine, an AI-driven simulation that immerses physicians in diagnostic cases using real historical medical charts. Built on the same HIPAA-compliant platform that powers live summarization of electronic health records (EHRs) in hospital settings, the simulation lets clinicians explore rare, complex cases from hundreds of years ago […]

Science

6 d. ago Canada’s 2025 wildfire season setting up to be second worst on record

Fires have consumed 3.7 million hectares so far

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6 d. ago Canadians cutting Florida travel plans, but Sunshine State cares not

The snowbirds may not be flying south, but the Sunshine State is in the midst of a population boom and is setting tourism records. Truth is, Florida doesn't need Canadian tourism any more

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7 d. ago Montreal transit strike leads to extra traffic on some bike paths

MONTREAL — The head of a cycling advocacy group says Montreal’s public transit strike has spurred record numbers on the city’s bike paths. Jean-Francois Rheault, CEO of Velo Quebec, says devices installed by the city to count the number of passing bicycles are showing record or near-record levels since the strike began Monday. “Nobody wanted […]

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7 d. ago Quebec names mediator as Montreal public transit strike in third day

MONTREAL — Quebec’s labour minister says he has named a mediator in a labour dispute between Montreal’s public transit authority and its maintenance workers that has limited bus and metro service across the city. About 2,400 maintenance workers have been on strike since Monday after more than a year of negotiating. As a result, buses […]

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7 d. ago McIntosh just misses breaking oldest women’s swimming record by blink of an eye

The 18-year-old from Toronto swam the 200-metre butterfly in 2:02.26 — just .45 off the record of 2:01.81 set by China's Liu Zige in 2009.

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7 d. ago Negotiations expected to resume as Montreal public transit strike enters 3rd day

Negotiations between Montreal's public transit authority and its maintenance workers are expected to resume on the third day of a strike causing headaches across the network.

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7 d. ago Summer McIntosh just misses breaking oldest women’s record by blink of an eye

VICTORIA — Summer McIntosh came within a blink of an eye of breaking swimming’s oldest women’s world record at the Bell Canadian Swimming Trials on Tuesday night. With a sold-out crowd’s cheers ringing in her ears, the 18-year-old from Toronto swam the 200-metre butterfly in 2:02.26 _ just .45 off the record of 2:01.81 set […]

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8 d. ago Kazakh Oil Exports to Hold Near Record Again in Fresh OPEC+ Test

Kazakhstan’s crude oil exports are set to hold near record levels again next month, highlighting the ongoing challenge the central Asian country’s burgeoning supply is posing for OPEC+.

Economics

8 d. ago Canadian teen Summer McIntosh sets two world records in three days

'I've been knocking on the door on this one. I've just tried to chip away, chip away at it. To finally do it, it's kind of like, wow, I've finally got that done,' the 18-year-old Toronto native said

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1 week ago Summer McIntosh sets world record in 400M freestyle at Canadian Swimming Trials

The Toronto teenager celebrated her fourth career long-course world record by slapping the water twice with her right hand then pumping her fist.

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2 w. ago $3.2 million Ontario mansion backs onto breathtaking nature trails

Boasting over 500 sq. ft. of living space on a nearly 10,000 sq. ft. lot, this $3.2 million Ontario mansion has a whole lot more to offer than wide open spaces.Nestled on a prestigious cul-de-sac in Mississauga's sought-after Erin Mills neighbourhood, 3248 Barchester Court is a uniquely homey listing considering its expansive footprint, and rests in a convenient location despite being enshrouded in breathtaking nature, backing onto the Sawmill Valley Trail.On top of the trail, the property is proximal to top-rated schools, parks, restaurants, the Erin Mills Town Centre and Credit Valley Hospital, with easy access to highways 403, 401 and 407, as well as public transit.Ground floor.The open-concept main level offers an initial glimpse into the home's comfortable yet contemporary vibe. With the stairway to the second floor serving as a dramatic centrepiece, you're immediately greeted with the scenic, sun-drenched home office sitting adjacent to the kitchen, and t...

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2 w. ago Saskatoon Valkyries embrace youth in chase for 5th straight WWCFL championship

Saskatoon Valkyries are looking to set a new Western Women's Canadian Football League record with a fifth consecutive championship in 2025.

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2 w. ago Chicago risks severe cuts to transit. Riders from its poorest suburbs could be hit even harder

HARVEY, Ill. (AP) — Winfred Wilson was struggling to make ends meet on less than $700 a month, so he moved in with his daughter, gave up his car and started relying exclusively on public transit to take him wherever he needed to go across Chicago’s southern suburbs. As he waited for a bus connection […]

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2 w. ago U.S. traveller obsessed with Bulk Barn after visit to Toronto

For those who call Toronto home, the city's sparkle can sometimes feel dim under the layers of construction, heavy traffic jams, and ever-rising cost of living. However, every so often, a tourist's fresh perspective reminds us just how special this city really is.In a post on Reddit, one user from Ohio shared their first-ever experience visiting Toronto, and quickly went viral for their enthusiasm, especially over Bulk Barn."My husband has wanted me to visit Toronto since we met, since he grew up here," the post began. "For context, I'm American and he is [a] dual Canadian/American citizen, and his family moved when he was a teen. He misses it so much, I wish we could move here but it's so expensive."From there, the American visitor fired off a list of things they loved about Toronto, from its cleanliness and cultural diversity to the ease of public transit and the late-running subway system, but it was one store in particular that reall...

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2 w. ago Bombardier to Showcase its Top Performing Global 7500 and Challenger 3500 Business Jets at the Catarina Aviation Show in Brazil

Bombardier’s record-setting Global 7500 aircraft and best-selling Challenger 3500 aircraft will be on display at the Catarina Aviation Show in São Paulo, Brazil, highlighting their exceptional performance qualities, cutting-edge technology and innovative cabin designs Industry-defining Global 7500 and Challenger 3500 business jets are ideally suited for the Brazilian market, providing exceptional runway performance and range […]

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