1 hour ago BofA Touts Hedges as Emerging Markets Shrug Off Middle East Risks

Currency bets across Europe, Middle East and Africa offer the best hedges against a rebound in the US dollar as investors grow complacent about risks from escalating geopolitical tensions, Bank of America Corp. says.

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2 h. ago Toronto getting new direct flight to sprawling metropolis where Europe meets Asia

Looking to take a Turkish getaway? Air Transat's new route just made your next vacation a whole lot easier. The airline is launching a new non-stop route between Toronto and Istanbul, which will cut down travel time and offer a direct way to get to Türkiye's most tourist-filled city. The new service, the first of its kind for Air Transat, will operate twice a week, on Tuesdays and Saturdays, between Toronto and Istanbul. This announcement also signifies the route as Air Transat's longest ever crossing, spanning approximately 5,077 miles, surpassing its direct flights from Toronto to Athens. Istanbul has been visa-free for Canadians since 2024. Photo: Nate Hovee/Shutterstock The launch marks a significant interline partnership between Air Transat and Turkish Airlines, as the two carriers collaborate to offer improved air service between the two countries, linking Toronto to Istanbul with easy direct flights.  Istanbul has been ...

Economics

3 h. ago An ugly Toronto parking lot has been transformed into a colourful oasis

A Toronto parking lot known for raking in over $1 million per year just gained a colourful addition.The Green P Carpark 244 at 34 Hanna Ave in Liberty Village is planned to be converted into a new public park following the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and the neighbourhood is getting a taste of things to come through a new temporary public space.The 184-spot surface parking lot at the corner of East Liberty Street and Hanna Avenue has just been spruced up with a colourful mural that invites locals to love their community.The Love Liberty mural by local artist Elise Goodhoofd officially opened on Friday, June 20 to kick off the summer season.    View this post on Instagram           A post shared by Liberty Village BIA (@libertyvillagebia)Goodhoofd explains that the 10,000 square foot mural "will be used as a temporary park for the next few years, during FIFA.""I painted eight-foot letters spe...

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5 h. ago Morocco Strategic Minerals Launches Maiden Drill Program on Timarighine Property

MONTRÉAL, June 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Morocco Strategic Minerals Corporation. (TSXV: MCC) (“Morocco Strategic Minerals” or the “Corporation”) is pleased to announce the commencement of its maiden drilling program on the Timarighine property, located in the eastern Anti-Atlas region of Morocco. This follows a successful initial exploration phase which confirmed the presence of high-grade […]

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5 h. ago The decision to enter the war against Iran lies with Trump, Israeli minister says

'The U.S. has an excellent president who knows exactly what is in the best interest of his country,' Minister of Diaspora Affairs Amichai Chikli told JNS

Politics

6 h. ago First heat wave of ‘torrid summer’ to hit Eastern Canada next week

Contrasting this spate of heat with the renown 'polar vortex' of winter, an Environment Canada meteorologist calls this phenomenon a 'Bermuda High'

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7 h. ago Will the conflicts in the Middle East affect mortgage rates?

Robert McLister: Oil spikes only become a real headache if war-fuelled inflation drags on for more than a matter of months

Events

12 h. ago China’s Record Oil Stockpile Offers Buffer as Iran Crisis Builds

Oil refiners in China — the largest takers of Iranian crude — are unfazed for now about the possibility of interruptions to Middle Eastern supplies given the nation has a record stockpile that provides a temporary buffer.

Economics

15 h. ago Gold Heads for First Weekly Drop in Three on Ebbing Haven Demand

Gold headed for its first weekly drop in three as easing geopolitical tension in the Middle East sapped haven demand and a Federal Reserve inflation warning raised the prospect of fewer rate cuts.

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15 h. ago Gold Set for First Weekly Drop in Three as Haven Demand Softens

Gold headed for its first weekly drop in three, as a slight easing of geopolitical tensions in the Middle East sapped haven demand and a Federal Reserve inflation warning raised the prospect of fewer rate cuts.

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17 h. ago QB Kelly out again as Arbuckle starts third straight game for banged

Chad Kelly will have plenty of company on the Toronto Argonauts sideline Friday night. Kelly will miss a third straight start when Toronto (0-2) hosts the Saskatchewan Roughriders (2-0). The 2023 CFL outstanding player continues to recover from a leg injury suffered in last year’s East Division final. Ditto for receiver/returner Janarion Grant (ankle), the […]

Culture

17 h. ago WOO X introduces Light Mode for brighter crypto trading experience

KINGSTOWN, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, June 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — WOO X, a leading crypto trading platform, today announced the launch of Light Mode, a new feature designed to provide traders with a brighter interface option that enhances readability in well-lit environments. Light Mode offers users a clean, vivid, and easy-to-navigate interface optimized […]

Technology

18 h. ago Madison Pacific Properties Inc. (TSX: MPC and MPC.C) announces results of Annual General Meeting

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, June 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Madison Pacific Properties Inc. (the Company), reports the voting results of the Annual General Meeting of its shareholders held June 19, 2025 in Vancouver, British Columbia. The following five nominees were re-elected as directors of the Company by the following votes: Nominee Votes For Percent Votes […]

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19 h. ago First place in AL East is new Blue Jays target even after falling flat in series finale against D’Backs

There are any number of motivational checkpoints in a 162-game season to help contending teams ride the inevitable swings of the odyssey, both high and low. When a three-plus weeks of solid baseball allows you to wake up in late June just two games out of the division lead, that would be one of them. […]

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20 h. ago Gas leak triggers evacuations from some homes in Old East Village

Old East Villagers had to leave their homes after an excavator hit a natural gas line, causing a “serious” gas leak Thursday morning, a London fire official says.

Events

20 h. ago Aecon schedules second quarter 2025 financial results release and conference call

TORONTO, June 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Aecon Group Inc. (TSX: ARE) announced today that it intends to release its second quarter 2025 financial results on Thursday, July 31, 2025 after market close, and has scheduled a live webcast and conference call for 9 a.m. (Eastern Time) on Friday, August 1, 2025. A live webcast […]

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21 h. ago Perry forever the bridesmaid in ongoing search for second Stanley Cup

"Yeah, it's devastating. I mean, five of the last six, it doesn't get any easier"

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21 h. ago Oilers' Corey Perry forever the bridesmaid in ongoing search for second Stanley Cup

"Yeah, it's devastating. I mean, five of the last six, it doesn't get any easier"

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24 h. ago European Stocks Slide for a Third Day on Geopolitical Worries

European stocks fell for a third straight session on concerns around escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East as well as worries about stickier US inflation.

Economics

24 h. ago Things to do in Edmonton this weekend: Alberta Circus Arts, Burton Cummings/Tom Cochrane and more

Alberta Circus Arts Festival: Bringing international productions for the first time — The Dust Palace from New Zealand and The Vessel Productions from Sweden — this ever-growing festival, full of industry training and workshops with amazing public shows on top celebrates its fourth year. One easy way in to sample the vibe is a 5 […]

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