21 m. ago Inside the NDP’s struggling campaign as party faces possible collapse

Global News travelled with Singh the first week of the federal campaign and witnessed a leader struggling to attract large crowds and facing repeated questions about his future.

Culture

22 m. ago DEAR ABBY: Father makes it his job to find daughter a husband

DEAR ABBY: I recently turned 30, and I find myself in kind of a “My Big Fat Greek Wedding” situation, specifically the scene where Toula’s father has invited several Greek men to dinner to try to persuade her to marry one of them. I told my father I am not interested in dating, but he […]

Other

51 m. ago Letters: Eastern Canada, our nation’s future lies in your hands

Readers weigh in on the Trump tariffs, the federal election, and how the Prairies will react if the Liberals win

Other

2 h. ago Bradley: Federal government contractors want to serve their country too

Like full-time public servants, we work hard and deserve respect.

Politics

2 h. ago Ikea Monkey’s Ontario home seeking help following ice storm damage

The Story Book Farm Primate Sanctuary, home of the Ikea Monkey, is seeking financial help after an ice storm knocked out power and stopped its electric water pump.

Events

2 h. ago When and where the Edmonton Oilers will find Stanley Cup traction, consistency: 9 Things

And down the stretch we go. Just where the Edmonton Oilers will finish the regular season and who they may face in Round One of The Stanley Cup Playoffs is still unclear. Although yet another meeting with the L.A. Kings seems likely. The bigger questions are what lineup the banged-up Oilers are able to ice […]

Other

3 h. ago Three Takeaways as Flames see bright side of ‘huge point’ from OT loss to Golden Knights

Reilly Smith’s game-winning goal Saturday at the Saddledome was an attempted pass that glanced off the skate of MacKenzie Weegar

Other

5 h. ago Police say arrest made after man barricaded himself on Parliament Hill

Ottawa police arrested a man late Saturday evening several hours after he gained unauthorized access to the East Block and barricaded himself inside.

Events

5 h. ago Tariffs will make sneakers, jeans and almost everything Americans wear cost more, trade groups warn

NEW YORK (AP) — Sending children back to school in new sneakers, jeans and T-shirts is likely to cost U.S. families significantly more this fall if the bespoke tariffs President Donald Trump put on leading exporters take effect as planned, American industry groups warn. About 97% of the clothes and shoes purchased in the U.S. […]

Economics

6 h. ago Toronto is getting its own version of Thailand's most famous street market this week

If watching The White Lotus every Sunday has you yearning to take a trip to Thailand (minus all the drama, of course), you're in luck because there's a market coming to Toronto this week that'll transport you to the bustling streets of Chiang Mai.Back for another year in a brand-new location, the team behind Pai is bringing their annual Songkran Market back to Toronto, this time taking place at Ta Phae Tavern, their brand-new, soon-to-open bar.Thailand's annual Songkran Festival, which, funnily enough, was actually featured on an episode of The White Lotus this season, marks the Thai New Year and is celebrated every year around April 13 with water fights and parades in the streets.As for Toronto's own celebration of the holiday, though, that'll look a little different.Ta Phae Tavern will be transformed to be reminiscent of Chiang Mai's weekly Sunday Market, and will feature a slew of local artisans and vendors selling everything from vintage clothing and vinyl re...

Other

6 h. ago Neurotoxic worms growing up to 3ft long are in Ontario and you should kill them on sight

Spring has sprung in Ontario, and with temperatures soaring into the high teens this week, there are some warm-weather creepy-crawlies now emerging that people may want to familiarize themselves with.The wandering broadhead planarian (Bipalium adventitium), or hammerhead worm, was first sighted in Ontario in 2017, and the potentially dangerous invasive species of large carnivorous landworm has been regularly spotted in the years since.And pet owners with gardens should take special note of this threat that could be lurking closer than expected.What is a hammerhead worm?Native to Asia and deemed invasive in North America, hammerhead worms get their nickname from their distinctive T-shaped heads and dark red stripe running down the length of their squirming, slimy bodies. And, like the similarly named hammerhead shark, these worms are efficient predators with voracious appetites.Oh, and they can grow to be three feet long.Hammerhead worms are capable of ecological destruction by ...

Economics

6 h. ago The 'vibiest house' in Toronto with an iconic mural just hit the market for $1.5 million

Everyone knows that Trinity Bellwoods is one of the coolest neighbourhoods to live in, but to claim to be the "vibiest house, in the vibiest location" is bold. And yet, the claim rings true for 8 Humber St. Located in the heart of Ossington, this four-bedroom, four-bathroom Victorian semi-detached house is beyond cool. The Jerry Rug mural. First off, it has a custom Jerry Rugg aka birdO mural on the entire west facade of the house. The iconic mural has just recently been restored, which makes this house stand out even more. The foyer. And that's just the exterior. The dining room. As you enter the house, you're greeted by a newly renovated house.The open concept main floor. The open concept main floor has soaring ceilings, exposed brick and a Scandinavian-inspired kitchen. A bedroom. The second floor boasts three bedrooms and a three-piece bathroom. Another bedroom. Each room is "vibey" in its own right. ...

Economics

7 h. ago Fighting Maple Leafs providing ‘grit that’s needed in the playoffs’

The Maple Leafs get 12 for fighting this season. That’s the number of Leafs who have dropped the gloves to scrap in 2024-25, with forward Steven Lorentz adding his name to the list on Saturday night when he fought Sean Kuraly of the Columbus Blue Jackets. “We have some great grit on our team and […]

Other

7 h. ago With junior season over, could Flames top prospect Zayne Parekh be on his way to Calgary soon?

The Saginaw Spirit are out of the playoffs. And like clockwork, the speculation has begun about how soon Zayne Parekh might arrive in Calgary to join the Flames. The 19-year-old defenceman, selected ninth overall in last year’s NHL Draft by the Flames, saw his OHL season end on Saturday night when the Spirit allowed four […]

Other

7 h. ago New owner of historic Edmonton apartment building triples rent: ‘It’s insane’

Residents of the 110-year-old Annamoe Mansion overlooking Edmonton's river valley expected a rent increase with a new owner — but not a hike from $880 to $2,680 a month.

Society

7 h. ago Blue Jays’ bullpen comes up short as host New York Mets post a walk

For those inclined to be persuaded by rumours, expect an announcement from the Blue Jays in the coming days that they’ve locked up franchise face Vladimir Guerrero Jr. to a lifetime deal. At least, that’s according to online pundit Hector Gomez. The reality is nothing should be believed until it becomes official. For now and […]

Other

7 h. ago Une première en près de 10 ans: les Bruins ne seront pas des séries

C’est la fin d’une ère pour les Bruins de Boston, qui ne participeront pas aux séries éliminatoires pour la première fois depuis 2016.

Politics

8 h. ago Whitecaps 2, Rapids 0: Caps keep winning as PNE stadium site sweetens potential sale

‘Everything’s on the table,’ CEO Axel Schuster said, as team pulls out all the stops to keep club in Vancouver. Winning helps too, as the Caps are off to an unprecedented start to a season.

Sport

8 h. ago Cinq ans sans réponse pour la famille d’un canadien détenu en Chine

L’homme d’affaires est détenu en Chine depuis 2019, sans jamais avoir été jugé ni condamné.

Events

9 h. ago Australian Leader Unveils $1.4 Billion Plan to Reduce Power Bills

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese pledged to slash household energy bills with a A$2.3 billion ($1.4 billion) plan to lower the price of home batteries, as his center-left government focuses on cost-of-living pressures ahead of the May 3 election.

Politics