10 h. ago Global Apparel Powerhouse Dark Yarn Launches Unprecedented LGBTQ+ Fundraising Movement — 100% of Proceeds to Pride Orgs Through May 31

Atlanta-Based Impact Apparel Brand Launches Global Fundraising Effort with Free Shipping Until May 11 ATLANTA — Dark Yarn (DY), the global social impact fashion brand redefining Pride apparel, today announced a bold and urgent initiative: 100% of all proceeds will be donated to Pride organizations worldwide through May 31. To accelerate participation, free shipping is […]

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11 h. ago Wildfire in Sturgeon County grows as evacuation order expanded

It’s still too early for the summer lightning that zaps fires into existence in July and August, which means the majority of fires started in May are man-made.

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11 h. ago Not out of the woods yet: Redwater wildfire doubles in size even as cooler weather moves in

While Alberta is experiencing cooler weather, officials say it's too soon to breathe a sigh of relief as the wildfire danger still remains high across much of the province.

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13 h. ago RICK VAIVE: Letting Nylander be himself is best for Maple Leafs

We both play right wing, spent a few years with the Leafs and know a few things about shooting and scoring. Our numbers are also double digits, 22 and 88. But the similarities between myself and William Nylander kind of end right there. He’s far more talented, his speed and edge work are so impressive. […]

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14 h. ago Vancouver dance studio rallies after Lapu Lapu Day festival tragedy

Movement and music can be a road to healing, says dance studio owner who learned to feel joy again through dance after experiencing overwhelming grief.

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14 h. ago Power Solutions International Announces Strong First Quarter 2025 Financial Results

Quarter Sales of $135.4 million, up 42% from a year earlier, Quarter Gross Margin of 29.7%, up 2.7% from a year earlier, Quarter Net Income of $19.1 million, up 168% from a year earlier, EPS $0.83 for the Quarter, Debt decreased $10.0 million. WOOD DALE, Ill, May 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Power Solutions International, […]

Society

16 h. ago Flowers, wine and more on tap across GTA this Mother’s Day weekend

Don’t forget about Mom this weekend – or ever, for that matter. This Sunday, though, it’s particularly important because it’s Mother’s Day. There’s plenty to see and do and the weather forecast looks pretty decent, too, so it should be a great day to celebrate. As always, there’s great food, fun and frolic on tap […]

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17 h. ago Restrictions in place to fight spread of Manitoba wildfires, province says

The province is nixing back-country travel on ATVs and other off-road vehicles in areas throughout Manitoba, due to concerns about the potential for wildfires.

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17 h. ago CPABC: Housing starts in the Cariboo rebound, while major project inventory slows following the completion of TMX

PRINCE GEORGE, British Columbia, May 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — According to BC Check-Up: Invest, an annual report by the Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia (CPABC) on investment trends across the province, there were 696 housing starts in the Cariboo’s largest municipalities during 2024, more than double the number recorded in 2023. “Last year […]

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19 h. ago Un doublé pour l’aéroport de Québec: YQB renoue avec la rentabilité en 2024 et enregistre une hausse de l’achalandage

Pour la première fois depuis quatre ans, l'aéroport de Québec enregistre des profits et connaît une hausse de l'achalandage.

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19 h. ago Canadian Natural says it can break even at US$40 oil, reports record production

CALGARY — Oil and gas giant Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. says it can weather a crude price much lower than where it’s been trading over the past month. West Texas Intermediate, a U.S. benchmark for light oil, has been hovering around the US$60-per-barrel mark in recent weeks, about US$10 lower than it was just six […]

Economics

22 h. ago Homes destroyed, people fleeing as wildfires rage in eastern Newfoundland

ST. JOHN’S — More people are fleeing their homes this morning as wildfires rage in Newfoundland along the western shore of Conception Bay, about 45 kilometres northeast of St. John’s. Local resident Gerry Roger says about a dozen homes have been destroyed since the fire broke out yesterday afternoon. Rogers was emotional this morning as […]

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26 h. ago X restricts access to jailed Istanbul mayor’s account after Turkey’s request

ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Access to jailed Istanbul mayor Ekrem Imamoglu ‘s social media account on X has been blocked in Turkey, officials and reports said Thursday, the latest move against a key rival to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. According to Engelli Web, a website that that tracks and reports internet censorship in Turkey, X […]

Economics

31 h. ago Shuttered Toronto landmark gets new lease on life as grocery business moves in

The fate of a well-loved Toronto landmark has taken another turn after the iconic Beaux Arts-style building was closed for three years.The former Postal Station C building at 1117 Queen Street was built in 1902, designed by famed architects David Ewart and Samuel G Curry, and served the neighbourhood's mail delivery needs for more than a century until it was officially closed in 2020.In the years that followed, it seemed that the fate of Postal Station C was nothing short of tragic, from being sold to sitting vacant, and riling up locals even more with the possibility of a futuristic new condo tower sprouting from the stately old building.Take a walk by Postal Station C today, and you'll see the building plastered in signs indicating that something new is moving, teasing work opportunities, and a new chapter for the building.    View this post on Instagram           A post shared b...

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31 h. ago A 1915 Toronto home looks like something straight out of a fairytale

While it might not be everyone's dream to live in a fairytale cottage surrounded by trees, birds, squirrels, and woodland creatures, if it's your fantasy, 42 Brookfield Rd. is the ultimate dream Toronto house. Built in 1915, according to Geowarehouse, 42 Brookfield Rd. is a magical five-bedroom, four bathroom home tucked away on a massive ravine lot.We're talking 100 feet wide at the back and almost 200 feet deep. The dining room. This charming Toronto home oozes timeless character, with lovingly maintained details like coffered ceilings in the dining room and intricate plaster moulding throughout the main and second floors. The foyer. There's even a set of butler's stairs from back when the home had staff who needed to get to the second floor unseen.A sunroom that could be a home office. Sadly, it is currently closed off, but the vibes remain immaculate.The living room is almost 400 square feet. It's the kind of place ...

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34 h. ago NTT Data Shares Awash With Buy Orders on NTT Tender Offer Plan

Shares of NTT Data Group Corp. were untraded on a glut of buy orders after Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corp. said it may make its data unit a wholly-owned subsidiary, a move geared at making AI central to the telecom giant’s operations.

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35 h. ago CORRECTION: Active Impact Investments closes its third fund, adding $110 million in dry powder for climate tech

More than doubled AUM in one of the toughest fundraising markets in decades VANCOUVER, BC, May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Active Impact Investments, Canada’s largest climate tech seed fund, has closed its third fund at $110 million CAD, bringing total assets under management to over $180 million. With nearly twice the size of its […]

Economics

35 h. ago Blue Jays call up outfielder Clase, reliever Fisher; demote Roden, Tate

LOS ANGELES — Outfielder Jonatan Clase was recalled from triple-A Buffalo and right-handed pitcher Braydon Fisher was selected to the Blue Jays’ major-league roster before Toronto’s game late Wednesday night against the Los Angeles Angels. Outfielder Alan Roden and right-handed reliever Dillon Tate were optioned to Buffalo in corresponding moves. Outfielder Steward Berroa was also […]

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36 h. ago Athabasca Oil Announces 2025 First Quarter Results Highlighted by 63% Growth in Funds Flow Per Share and Strong Operational Execution Driving a Robust Return of Capital Program

CALGARY, Alberta, May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Athabasca Oil Corporation (TSX: ATH) (“Athabasca” or the “Company”) is pleased to report its first quarter results highlighted by strong operational execution driving robust return of capital with the full completion of its second annual share buyback program. The Company is in an enviable position to weather […]

Economics

37 h. ago Evacuations follow loss as wildfire burns in Sturgeon County

The Town of Redwater, the Redwater Health Centre, Diamond Spring Lodge and local schools proactively took measures to evacuate patients, residents and students from their buildings.

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