45 m. ago Trump to Approve LNG Exports From Venture Global’s CP2 Project

The Trump administration is prepared to give Venture Global LNG Inc. conditional approval to export natural gas from a planned facility in Louisiana that had stalled under former President Joe Biden.

Economics

58 m. ago Purdue Pharma submits opioid lawsuit settlement plan, including up to $7 billion cash from Sacklers

Purdue Pharma asked a bankruptcy judge late Tuesday to consider the latest version of its plan to settle thousands of lawsuits over the toll of the powerful prescription painkiller OxyContin, a deal that would have members of the Sackler family who own the company pay up to $7 billion. The filing is a milestone in […]

Economics

95 m. ago Des poissons protégés et des espèces menacées sur le futur site de Stablex

La Loi sur les pêches oblige le promoteur à obtenir une autorisation fédérale avant de détruire l’habitat de poissons.

Other

5 h. ago Winnipeg family of 7 displaced after harrowing fire on Hathway Road

Dillon Hobson and Mychaella Pratt, along with their five children, managed to get out safely but lost all of their belongings.

Events

8 h. ago CRIME SCENE: Newmarket community support worker charged with fraud

A community support worker from Newmarket has been charged after allegedly defrauding a vulnerable person of more than $10,000 over three years. York Regional Police said a family member of the victim contacted police after more than $10,000 was withdrawn from their account between 2021 and 2023. “The victim, who is a vulnerable member of […]

Society

9 h. ago Locals say Toronto neighbourhood 'under attack' by planned condo tower

Residents and businesses in Toronto's Church Street Village area are claiming they are "under attack" by a proposed development and are fighting to "defend the character" of the neighbourhood.A petition started in February by the Church Wellesley Neighbourhood Association (CWNA) seeks to halt plans to redevelop a group of properties wrapping around the northeast corner of Church and Wellesley, spanning 68-78 Wellesley Street East and 505-509 Church Street.The block of properties is home to a Pizza Pizza location that has served the community for decades, housed with the heritage-designated 1878 William McBean Terrace building. Developer KingSett Capital has stated its intention to incorporate into a new high-rise building on site, rising 28 storeys with a design from architects BDP Quadrangle.68 Wellesley Street East (right of centre) and other future approved and proposed buildings planned for the surrounding area. BDP Quadrangle.A development application filed for the site in...

Events

10 h. ago Opinion: Getting Alberta's auto insurance right means removing lawsuits, rate caps

The largest transformation of auto insurance in provincial history is underway, and the government deserves full credit for taking action to deliver a system that puts Albertans back in the driver’s seat. A lot of work remains to get the new “Care-First” system in place by January 2027, but, if designed correctly, it will ensure […]

Economics

11 h. ago Hudson’s Bay properties in focus as RioCan calls creditor filing ‘disappointing’

TORONTO — The possible liquidation of Hudson’s Bay is also bringing into question the future of its huge retail footprint, and highlighting the exposure other companies have to its potential downfall. RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust is especially exposed to Hudson’s Bay’s financial woes because the two companies co-own 12 store properties, including some of […]

Economics

12 h. ago IRS agents who investigated Hunter Biden given promotions at the Treasury Department

WASHINGTON (AP) — Two IRS whistleblowers who testified publicly about investigations into Hunter Biden’s taxes have been promoted to new roles as senior advisers at the Treasury Department. Gary Shapley and Joseph Ziegler, two IRS employees who testified to Congress as Republicans reviewed the business dealings of Joe Biden’s son, say they were retaliated against […]

Politics

13 h. ago Protesters demand engineering firm cancel Toronto bike lane removal contract with province

Protesters in Toronto are calling on an engineering firm to cancel its contract with the Ontario government to help remove some city bike lanes, alleging the removal will endanger cyclists and worsen the climate crisis. Fridays for Future Toronto says in a social media post that protesters demonstrated at Stantec Consulting offices Tuesday morning, and […]

Economics

13 h. ago 24M Named a Fast Company 2025 World’s Most Innovative Company

Leading battery technology innovator recognized for fundamentally transforming battery safety, performance, cost and recyclability, 24M joins the ranks of Waymo, Nvidia, Duolingo, and more ORLANDO, Fla. — International Battery Seminar – At this week’s global International Battery Seminar, 24M Technologies, Inc. announced it has been named to Fast Company’s prestigious annual list of the World’s […]

Economics

16 h. ago DDC Announces Strategy to Create Bitcoin Reserves and Appoints Crypto Asset Expert Alex Yang as Strategic Advisor

Bitcoin reserve to be established with up to 100 BTC injection and premium-priced placement of DDC Class A Ordinary shares at $0.50 to $1.25 per share NEW YORK — DDC Enterprise, Ltd. (NYSEAM: DDC), (“DayDayCook,” “DDC,” or the “Company”), a leading multi-brand Asian consumer food company, today announced a transformative initiative to adopt Bitcoin as […]

Technology

16 h. ago French politician calls for return of Statue of Liberty, White House says ‘absolutely not’

Raphael Glucksmann says the U.S. is no longer worthy of the monument, which was a gift from France nearly 140 years ago

Politics

16 h. ago Volatus Aerospace Leads the Conversation: Navigating Geopolitical Shifts & Strategic Partnerships for Future Growth

MONTREAL, March 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Volatus Aerospace Inc. (TSXV: FLT) (OTCQX: TAKOF) (Frankfurt: A2JEQU) (“Volatus” or “the Company”) a leader in aerial solutions, invites investors, customers, and current and future stakeholders to an exclusive webinar addressing today’s evolving geopolitical landscape on March 25 at 11:00 AM ET. The session will explore the challenges […]

Politics

21 h. ago EAACI Congress 2025 – Breaking Boundaries in Allergy, Asthma, and Clinical Immunology: Integrating Planetary Health for a Sustainable Future

ZURICH, March 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EAACI) proudly presents the EAACI Congress 2025, set to take place June 13-16 in Glasgow, United Kingdom. This year’s theme, “Breaking Boundaries in Allergy, Asthma, and Clinical Immunology: Integrating Planetary Health for a Sustainable Future,” highlights the critical link between […]

Science

27 h. ago City councillors eye boost in funding to recruit family doctors

A city council committee endorsed increased funding for a family doctor recruitment strategy that has had some success, even if some members are uneasy about it. Council’s community and protective services committee ultimately recommended an $80,000 funding extension to the primary-care recruitment and retention program, funded through the city-funded London Economic Development Corp. (LEDC) reserve […]

Science

28 h. ago Surrey to probe creation of ‘iconic’ waterfront district on Fraser River

Surrey city council voted last week to launch a feasibility study on transforming a heavily industrialized stretch of the Fraser River into a landmark destination.

Other

28 h. ago Friends and family describe victim of fatal avalanche as “a wonderful human being”

Friends and family are remembering Minetta Norrie as an adventurous woman who loved life. Norrie was killed Friday in an avalanche west of Calgary.

Events

30 h. ago Net Zero by 2050 Is ‘Impossible,’ UK Tory Leader Badenoch Says

The UK won’t be able to transform its economy to net zero by 2050, according to Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch, in a break with the consensus held by Britain’s main parties.

Politics

31 h. ago Alberta claims cut to Edmonton sexual assault centre was a 'one

Children and Family Services Minister Searle Turton said at a news conference on Monday that operational funding for sexual assault centres has increased.

Events