4 h. ago Wildfire prompts evacuation order for several homes near Kelowna, B.C.

The district also issued an evacuation alert for more than 100 other addresses, meaning residents must be prepared to leave at a moment's notice

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6 h. ago National Music Centre Launches Exhibition Honouring Centenary of Global Jazz Icon Oscar Peterson

Timeless: 100 Years of Oscar Peterson runs at Studio Bell, from July 16, 2025 to July 2026 CALGARY, Alberta, July 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The National Music Centre (NMC) is set to unveil its next major exhibition, Timeless: 100 years of Oscar Peterson, commemorating the centenary of one of Canada’s greatest musical legends. Opening […]

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6 h. ago How ‘Love Island USA’ forced a star’s exit after racist posts resurfaced

After the first “bombshell” entered the “Love Island USA” villa this season, she quickly became a fan favourite and a front-runner to take home the show’s $100,000 cash prize. But on Sunday night’s episode, the show was hit with a different kind of explosion when Cierra Ortega, a 25-year-old L.A.-based content creator, was kicked off […]

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7 h. ago Toronto getting new flight to country known for pristine beaches and classic cars

If you're like me and already dreaming of a sunny escape this upcoming winter, you'll be pleased to hear that a new flight service was just introduced from Toronto to a country known for its tropical white, sandy beaches, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and streets full of vintage cars. As part of its winter 2025/26 schedule out of Ontario, WestJet is officially welcoming Havana, Cuba, to its route map for the first time. The airline is also set to deliver non-stop flights from several cities across the province this year, increasing its Ontario southbound seat capacity by eight per cent compared to the same season last year. Here in Toronto, WestJet will be boosting capacity from Pearson Airport by five per cent, led by two new sun routes (Havana and Samaná, Dominican Republic) as well as significant increases to existing destinations. Flights from Toronto to Havana will depart twice weekly starting Dec. 18, and flights to ...

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9 h. ago UniBoAT – University of Bologna crowned overall winner at the Monaco Energy Boat Challenge

MONACO, July 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — After four intense days, the Yacht Club de Monaco concluded the 12th edition of the Monaco Energy Boat Challenge. Uniboat-University of Bologna Argonauts Team, supported by Sanlorenzo, was crowned overall champion, and for the fourth time, they won the Energy Class (2021,2022,2023 and 2025) . At the Challenge, […]

Society

9 h. ago Family behind Toronto's favourite sandwich is bowing out after 50 years

The family that put one of Toronto's best-known dishes on the map is about to leave the business they've owned since the 1970s behind.While Toronto gets a lot of buzz for a variety of different food items, from matcha slushies to mozzarella stick monstrosities, these days, there's historically been one that rises above the noise time and time again: the peameal bacon sandwich.A Toronto invention right down to its meaty centre, the no-frills lunch staple has been a calling card for the city for decades, appearing everywhere from Anthony Bourdain's The Layover to The New York Times, and earning the distinction of being the city's official dish.To date, there are plenty of spots in the city where you can pick one up, but perhaps none more legendary than St. Lawrence Market's Carousel Bakery.The bakery has been a cornerstone of the market since before the peameal bacon sandwich even really existed, but it wasn't until t...

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10 h. ago Oportun Board of Directors Reiterates Importance of CEO Raul Vazquez’s Continued Stewardship on the Board

Urges stockholders to vote “FOR” Mr. Vazquez and Carlos Minetti on the GREEN proxy card SAN CARLOS, Calif., July 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Oportun (Nasdaq: OPRT) (“Oportun” or the “Company”), a mission-driven financial services company, today issued a letter to stockholders ahead of its July 18 Annual Meeting. The Board encourages all Oportun stockholders to vote “FOR” Oportun’s two […]

Economics

10 h. ago Why a steeply discounted Bluetti power station should be your ultimate summer sidekick

Amazon Prime Day is more of a Prime week in 2025. From July 7 to 13, Canadians can get sweet savings on all their favourite products and wishlist items, including BLUETTI power stations at the lowest price point in company history.A pioneer in clean energy technology, BLUETTI is known for its portable power stations and home battery systems. From off-grid living to emergency power backup and everything in between, these power banks will have your back in the best and worst of times.BLUETTI products will be available for up to 56 per cent off on Amazon Canada and BLUETTI's official website until July 13. You can also get an extra 5 per cent off with the promo codes PD5OFFCA on Amazon, and BLUETTI5OFF on the website.Here are some of the sweet prices available for various devices – and how they can act as your ultimate summer sidekick.Camping and light backupThe new Elite 100 V2 offers compact power and big capabilities.Thirty per cent smaller than its predecessor, this ...

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10 h. ago Daredevils run with charging bulls at Pamplona’s famous San Fermin festival

PAMPLONA, Spain — Thousands of daredevils ran, skidded and tumbled out of the way of a stampeding group of bulls at the opening run of the San Fermin festival Monday. It was the first of nine morning runs or “encierros” during the famous celebrations held in the northern Spanish city of Pamplona. The bulls pounded […]

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11 h. ago Le Texas risque de subir d’autres inondations ; le bilan des crues monte à 82 morts

De nouvelles pluies torrentielles se poursuivant jusqu’à mardi pourraient provoquer des inondations plus dangereuses.

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11 h. ago Vortex Energy Announces ANT Survey Sampling Plan for Robinsons River Salt Project

VORTEX ENERGY FINALIZES SAMPLING PLAN FOR ANT SURVEY AT ROBINSONS RIVER SALT PROJECT VANCOUVER, British Columbia, July 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Vortex Energy Corp. (CSE: VRTX) (OTC: VTECF) (FSE: AA3) (“Vortex” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce the finalized sampling plan for the Ambient Noise Tomography (ANT) geophysical survey at its 100%-owned Robinsons […]

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17 h. ago With sanctions lifted, Syria looks to solar power as more than a patchwork fix to its energy crisis

DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) — Abdulrazak al-Jenan swept the dust off his solar panel on his apartment roof overlooking Damascus. Syria’s largest city was mostly pitch-black, the few speckles of light coming from the other households able to afford solar panels, batteries, or private generators. Al-Jenan went thousands of dollars in debt to buy his solar […]

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19 h. ago Cannabis par drone à la prison de Québec: Il ira rejoindre ceux à qui il livrait

Il avait livré de la drogue par drone à la prison de Québec et espérait une peine à domicile, sous prétexte de faire économiser de l'argent à l’État.

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19 h. ago Nouvel atelier d'ébénisterie à Québec: deux femmes dans un vieux métier d'hommes

Exerçant un des plus vieux métiers du monde, deux jeunes femmes viennent de se lancer dans le vide en ouvrant leur atelier d’ébénisterie à Québec.

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22 h. ago Témoignage d’un homme qui a perdu 80 livres avec l’aide d’une nutritionniste!

Vincent Joyce menait une vie marquée par de mauvaises habitudes alimentaires, la sédentarité, le tabagisme et un excès de poids...

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22 h. ago Un gardien sérieusement blessé en MLS: l'ambulance sur la pelouse à Seattle

Une scène à glacer le sang qui a mis fin au match entre les Sounders et le Crew.

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31 h. ago Inondations au Texas: le bilan grimpe à au moins 67 morts et une vingtaine de disparus

Les secours travaillent dimanche dans le sud des États-Unis pour tenter de retrouver près de 30 fillettes et ados disparues dans des inondations.

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32 h. ago François Legault se dit «content de son legs jusqu’à présent»

Il aimerait que les Québécois retiennent son bilan économique avant tout.

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33 h. ago François Legault se dit «content de son leg jusqu’à présent»

Il aimerait que les Québécois retiennent son bilan économique avant tout.

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33 h. ago Voici 6 suggestions d'ouvrages parus récemment à lire ou consulter sans retenue

Avoir su, on aurait lu «Le livre de Joan» de Paul Thurin bien plus tôt. Parce qu’on l’a vraiment aimé!

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