66 h. ago Boxer Imane Khelif breaks silence over IOC’s new rules to protect women

Olympic boxing champion Imane Khelif spoke out after the new International Olympic Committee (IOC) president Kirsty Coventry announced policies to “protect the female category” at future games. Khelif, 26, won the gold medal in the women’s 66 kg division at the 2024 Paris Olympics, but the Algerian’s victory was marred by controversy over reports that […]

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4 d. ago Trump Deals Poised to Fall Short of Sweeping Global Trade Reform

With just 10 days to go until President Donald Trump’s country-specific tariffs are set to resume, the White House appears poised to fall short of the sweeping global trade reforms it promised to achieve during the three months they were on hold.

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5 d. ago ‘Really saving lives’: Call for blood donors ahead of busy summer season

Canadian Blood Services says appointment bookings are falling short of hospital demand for both blood and plasma.

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6 d. ago Olympic champion Faith Kipyegon falls short in her attempt to break 4

Three-time Olympic champion Faith Kipyegon failed in her bid Thursday to become the first woman to run a mile in under four minutes. Kipyegon, the Olympic 1,500-meter gold medalist from Kenya, ran in 4 minutes, 06.42 seconds — the fastest mile in history by a woman — at Stade Charlety in Paris. Her time was […]

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7 d. ago Opinion: Where is Alberta's response to huge measles outbreak?

The problem of measles in Alberta has been brushed aside. Outbreaks start when a traveller brings measles home. Until 2025, almost all people who they then exposed were immune, so outbreaks were small. The current huge outbreak (1,050 cases in Alberta in 2025, compared to 1,227 in the entire United States) is because the virus […]

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1 week ago Hungary to Hold Rates as Price Curbs Fall Short: Decision Guide

Hungary’s central bank is likely to keep its key interest rate unchanged for a ninth month, holding steady amid mounting geopolitical risks and persistently high inflation expectations.

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1 week ago 'Nothing threatening about it': U of C study explores how robots could address social isolation in seniors

Loneliness and social isolation are growing challenges for older adults living in care facilities. But a recent study by a University of Calgary student suggests that robots might be able to fill the gaps where existing programs fall short. Fahimeh Mehrabi, a PhD student in psychology at the U of C, presented a research paper […]

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2 w. ago Rental housing supply falls well short of actual demand in Canada

National Bank of Canada predicts a catch-up in rental supply is underway.

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2 w. ago Edmonton Oilers' quest for Cup falls short again, what happens now?

This Oilers team, built to win now, the oldest team in the NHL, will not be the same iteration next season. It can’t be. Now starts the forensic audit on another loss

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2 w. ago Olympic champ Lyles calls off race with Dolphins’ Hill for ‘personal reasons’

A race between Olympic 100-metre champion Noah Lyles and Miami Dolphins receiver Tyreek Hill that was never formally announced but supposedly taking place this weekend was called off by Lyles for “personal reasons.” Lyles announced the cancellation Tuesday at Stagwell’s Sport Beach event in Cannes, France. His news was captured in a video posted by […]

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2 w. ago Ottawa's 'disjointed' supportive housing system falling short, new report says

The city will implement several improvements to its supportive housing strategy after an audit said it wasn't meeting the needs of users.

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3 w. ago Ottawa’s plan for climate change adaptation is falling short, report says

OTTAWA — The federal government’s program for preparing Canada for the effects of climate change has stumbled since its launch in 2023, says a new report from environment commissioner Jerry DeMarco. The report says the National Adaptation Strategy has faced significant challenges in its design and implementation. The report says the strategy was not effectively […]

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3 w. ago London Cares food drive short on donations entering final days

The London Food Bank is seeking additional support for the London Cares Curb Hunger campaign with financial donations falling short compared to last year.

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4 w. ago Comeback attempt falls short as Redblacks drop CFL season opener

The Ottawa Redblacks had a good start and finish in their 2025 CFL season opener. It was what happened in between that spoiled their night. In a 31-26 loss to the Saskatchewan Roughriders at Mosaic Stadium in Regina, the Redbacks, who outscored the home team 19-0 combined in the first and fourth quarters, lost the […]

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4 w. ago Controversial Olympic boxing champ Imane Khelif skips event after mandatory sex testing introduced

Olympic champion Imane Khelif is skipping the Eindhoven Box Cup in the Netherlands less than a week after World Boxing announced mandatory sex testing for all athletes. The Algerian boxer, who won gold at the Paris Games last summer amid scrutiny over her eligibility, did not register in time for the event before applications closed […]

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4 w. ago $4 million Ontario home is one of the most iconic properties in the neighbourhood

One of the most iconic properties in one Ontario town is on the market for just under $4 million, and one look inside indicates that it'll be one hot listing indeed.Standing proud at nearly 8,500 sq. ft., it would perhaps be more apt to describe Dundas, Ontario's 36 Cayley Street as a mansion, or even a palace, than a house, with breathtaking interior design that blends original Tudor-esque elements with contemporary finishes.The home is located just steps from the equally stunning Dundas Driving Park and a short distance from other appealing features like the Lower Sydenham Falls, local restaurants and Highway 8.That said, when your house looks like this, I wouldn't fault you for never wanting to leave at all.The ballroom.Starting off with a bang, the home's grand ballroom (yes, this house has a grand ballroom) boasts 20-ft. ceilings and stands at a staggering 730 sq. ft.While the current owners have opted to adapt it as an additional living space, I ...

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4 w. ago FanDuel bans bettor over heckling incident with Olympic champion sprinter Gabby Thomas

A sports bettor who heckled Olympic champion sprinter Gabby Thomas during a Grand Slam Track event in Philadelphia over the weekend has been banned by the betting site FanDuel Sportsbook. In a statement sent to The Associated Press on Wednesday, FanDuel wrote it “condemns in the strongest terms abusive behavior directed towards athletes. Threatening or […]

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