24 m. ago Drake settles legal action against iHeartMedia in dispute over ’Not Like Us’

HOUSTON — Drake has reached a settlement with Texas-based iHeartMedia in his ongoing legal dispute over Kendrick Lamar’s diss track “Not Like Us,” according to court records. In November, Drake filed a legal petition in Bexar County, Texas, where San Antonio is located, alleging that iHeartMedia had received illegal payments from Universal Music Group to […]

Culture

29 m. ago On Ice: Broomhead foam issues on hold for Montana’s Brier, but curlers still fuming

With the Brier starting Friday night at Prospera Place, the subject was an unwelcome distraction for athletes ahead of one of the biggest events on the curling calendar.

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47 m. ago Quisitive Shareholders Approve Acquisition by H.I.G. Capital

TORONTO, Feb. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Quisitive Technology Solutions Inc. (“Quisitive” or the “Company”) (TSXV: QUIS; OTCQX: QUISF), a premier Microsoft Cloud and AI solutions provider, is pleased to announce that its shareholders (the “Shareholders”) approved the special resolution authorizing the proposed acquisition of Quisitive by an affiliate of funds managed by H.I.G. Capital, […]

Economics

47 m. ago 25% Tariffs Could Skyrocket Pet Toy Prices–Here’s How Canadians Can Avoid the Hike

DuraPaw Keeps Costs Low for Canadians—No Tariffs, No Border Fees, Just Premium Pet Products. EDMONTON, Alberta, Feb. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — With proposed 25% tariffs under discussion, this may impact pet products and toys, leading to even higher costs for Canadian consumers — whether due to rising prices, additional import costs, or fluctuating currency […]

Economics

50 m. ago Saskatoon murder victim’s family still waiting for answers 1 month after his death

Fifty-three-year-old Troy Leclair is facing charges of first-degree murder, following the death of 23-year-old Alfred Okyere on Jan. 21, 2025.

Events

55 m. ago Matthew Stafford gets restructured contract, staying with Los Angeles Rams

Quarterback Matthew Stafford is staying with the Los Angeles Rams under a restructured contract, ending weeks of speculation about the Super Bowl winner’s future. The Rams announced their new agreement with Stafford on Friday without initially revealing any details. The 37-year-old Stafford had two years left on the four-year, $160 million contract extension he signed […]

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56 m. ago Read the transcript of Trump, Zelenskyy and Vance’s chaotic meeting

Zelenskyy left the White House in his motorcade shortly after the meeting wrapped up, and a joint press conference with Trump scheduled for Friday afternoon was cancelled.

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71 m. ago Maryland’s largest provider for Medicaid enrollees gets its accreditation suspended

ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — Maryland’s largest managed care organization for Medicaid enrollees has had its accreditation suspended due to concerns with credentialing and quality reviews for its providers, a state health department official said Friday. A managed care organization is a health care company or plan that aims to control health care costs by supervising […]

Economics

77 m. ago Clandestine drug lab found below garage of home in small Quebec mountain town

RCMP in Quebec said Friday that officers were dismantling a clandestine drug lab beneath a garage in a small community in the heart of the Laurentian Mountains.

Other

80 m. ago Contemporary Calgary unveils new plan to transform planetarium by 2029 after $40

Contemporary Calgary unveiled its plans Friday morning to transform the Centennial Planetarium into an accessible community hub, with a new entrance pavilion, cafe, gift shop, a three-floor education and gallery wing that includes a roof-top event centre and park space with a sculpture garden. The existing building will also be renovated, specifically transforming the dome […]

Economics

82 m. ago Possible explosion, fire rocks Langley neighbourhood, nearby homes evacuated

Langley RCMP said that they received a report at approximately 10:40 a.m. on Friday about a home in the 7300-block of 196 Street. It is an unfolding scene.

Events

88 m. ago N.S. Tories criticized for removing online data about people seeking family doctor

Health Minister Michelle Thompson said that instead of the online dashboard there would solely be monthly updates in news releases from Nova Scotia Health. 

Technology

89 m. ago Laurentian Bank reports slight Q1 profit increase as provisions dip

MONTREAL — Laurentian Bank of Canada reported a slight increase in profits in the first quarter as it works through reform efforts. The bank said Friday it had a first-quarter profit of $38.6 million, up from $37.3 million a year earlier. Laurentian’s profits were helped somewhat because its provisions for bad loans of $15.2 million […]

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89 m. ago Andrew Tate and brother not welcome in Florida, says Gov. Ron DeSantis

When asked about the Tate brothers on Feb. 27, Donald Trump denied any knowledge of the decision for the brothers to return to the United States.

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90 m. ago Thames Valley school board tumult continues with trustee's health leave

The Thames Valley District school board chair is on a leave of absence following a closed session Friday afternoon.

Society

92 m. ago Canadian Gold Resources (TSXV: CAN) Terminates Investor Relations Agreement; Supplemental Information and Clarification on Option Grants

DIEPPE, New Brunswick, Feb. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Canadian Gold Resources Ltd. (“Canadian Gold” or the “Company”) (TSXV: CAN) announces that, effective as of February 21, 2025, it has terminated its investor relations agreement with Alliance Advisors, LLC (the “Agreement”) (see the Company’s news release dated January 20, 2025). As a result, the Company […]

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93 m. ago Bail revoked for man accused of two violent sex assaults in Hamilton

A bail review on Thursday, brought by the Crown, has led to the Ontario Superior Court of Justice revoking the bail of Hamilton sexual assault suspect Leikeze Cheruiyot, 22, and returning him to custody. Hamilton Police had previously issued a public warning about the former high school track star’s release earlier this month given his […]

Events

1 hour ago O Canada! Corus FM Radio stations to play exclusively Canadian music March 1

For the inaugural Canadian Day on certain Corus FM radio stations, it's going to be all Canadian music all day long. No exceptions.

Culture

1 hour ago Jeffrey Epstein files: Pam Bondi accuses FBI of withholding documents

Many conservative figures have alleged the FBI are hiding the full case files in the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein.

Economics

1 hour ago In Calgary courts: Appeal court orders new trial for man convicted in connection with a shootout in Calgary's Beltline

Noteworthy legal cases in Calgary and area from Feb. 24-28, 2025

Events