24 m. ago There's a Vancouver connection to Taylor Swift's The Life of a Showgirl

The Eras Tour closed in Vancouver ... and the city shows up again on Taylor Swift's latest album

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38 m. ago How Canada’s HQ exodus affects our quality of life and the economy

Imperial Oil's plan is dramatic, but it's not alone

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40 m. ago Australian murderer isn’t eligible for parole for 33 years but prosecutors call it ‘inadequate’

Erin Patterson was handed a life sentence for killing estranged husband's relatives with poisoned meal. Her lawyer also intends to appeal

Events

72 m. ago Disney Plus to increase prices by up to $3, bring Hulu branding to Canada

TORONTO — Disney Plus is rolling out another price increase in Canada. The streaming home to the Star Wars and Marvel franchises says the monthly cost of its commercial-free streaming packages is set to rise by up to $3 starting in November. A representative for the company says the price of its standard high-definition subscription […]

Economics

78 m. ago Taylor Swift’s ’The Life of a Showgirl’ breaks record, sells 2.7 million copies in U.S. on first day

NEW YORK (AP) — It’s the life of a saleswoman. Taylor Swift’s 12th studio album, “The Life of a Showgirl,” sold 2.7 million copies in traditional album sales — which include physical and digital formats — in its first day in the U.S. That’s according to Luminate, an industry data and analytics company. The album […]

Economics

1 hour ago Classes cancelled in Calgary as provincewide teachers strike begins

Calgary students are home this Monday as teachers hold out for a better deal with the province

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1 hour ago Number of temporary worker applications falls as fines rise, government says

OTTAWA — Ottawa says the number of temporary foreign worker applications has dropped by half since September 2024, when new rules were introduced to make it harder to get a permit. Employment and Social Development Canada also says it collected nearly $4.9 million in fines for non-compliance, including the largest penalty ever imposed under the […]

Politics

2 h. ago Side Dishes: Celebrating Chinese restaurants and women in the culinary arts

The Chinese Restaurant Awards go global; and WORTH puts on its fifth Yes Shef fundraiser for women in hospitality, recreation, and tourism.

Culture

3 h. ago MLB legend David Ortiz eviscerates Yankees after Toronto Blue Jays slugfest

David Ortiz might not exactly be the biggest fan of the Toronto Blue Jays, but there's no doubt who he's cheering for in the American League Wild Card Series.Ortiz, a 10-time All-Star during his 14 seasons with the Boston Red Sox, seemed to be taking quite the pleasure in seeing the Blue Jays demolish the New York Yankees during their first two playoff games.While Toronto still needs to win one more game to advance to the American League Championship Series, they've certainly looked the part in their first two games. Scoring 23 runs over two days, Ortiz was in full-on trolling mode over his hated Yankees rivals."They can bring Jesus back, and they're still going to go to Cancun," Ortiz said on Fox's postgame show. "It's over. It's a wrap, just so you know. This Toronto Blue Jays lineup ain't playing around."Ortiz got the ability to chirp a few old rivals in Derek Jeter and Alex Rodriguez, both of whom were two of the biggest faces ...

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4 h. ago Plan to Reflect Sunlight to Power Solar Panels at Night Upsets Astronomers

Reflect Orbital aims to launch its first of a planned 4,000 satellites into orbit next year. Scientists worry that it would be “ruinous” for research.

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5 h. ago PHOTOS: London Lightning's 14 years of championship pro basketball

With seven league championships since arriving in 2011, the London Lightning brought a golden era of pro basketball to London – one that may be over, with the club suspending operations for the upcoming Basketball Super League season. This collection of LFP photos looks back on the team’s gilded run

Sport

5 h. ago MAX Power Partners With PRmediaNow to Expand Global Reach and Accelerate Natural Hydrogen Leadership

SASKATOON, Saskatchewan, Oct. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — MAX Power Mining Corp. (CSE: MAXX; OTC: MAXXF; FRANKFURT: 89N) (“MAX Power” or the “Company”) has entered into a one-year strategic communications agreement with PRmediaNow, Inc. to strengthen its global media presence as the Company advances its vision to become a world leader in Natural Hydrogen. Highlights […]

Politics

6 h. ago Australia prosecutors appeal ‘inadequate’ sentence for mushroom murderer

Sydney (AFP) — Australian prosecutors said Monday they had launched an appeal against last month’s “manifestly inadequate” sentence for convicted murderer Erin Patterson, local media reported, after a trial that drew global attention. Patterson, 51, was handed life in prison with parole last month for serving a sumptuous beef Wellington laced with poisonous fungi to […]

Events

8 h. ago Terry Newman: Concordia students — you’ve been duped into shilling for Hamas terrorism

Hamas has been playing the long game on North American campuses. At Concordia, their efforts have come to fruition

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8 h. ago Ukraine and Russia Drone Strikes Leave Thousands Without Power

Ukraine and Russia traded drone strikes overnight, continuing a pattern of targeting energy infrastructure that left thousands without electricity.

Events

9 h. ago Obituary: Royal Vic pioneer Dr. Balfour Mount was North America's father of palliative care

Mount "sought to provide comfort, share solace and accompany vulnerable individuals so that they could make the most of the precious moments of life they had left with their loved ones."

Transport

13 h. ago Czech Billionaire’s Comeback a Boon to Europe’s Populist Right

Billionaire Andrej Babis set about forging a new Czech government hours after scoring his best-ever election victory, with his return to power poised to bolster the ascendant ranks of populist leaders in the European Union.

Economics

14 h. ago Desjardins, un gardien de l’identité coopérative vigilant face à l’avenir

Le caractère distinct des modèles de propriété collective est le rempart dont l’humanité a besoin.

Society

16 h. ago Japan’s Incoming Leader to Put Nuclear at Center of Energy Plan

The woman expected to be Japan’s next prime minister is set to keep nuclear power at the core of the nation’s energy strategy, while reducing emphasis on readily available renewables like solar.

Politics

16 h. ago Japan’s New Leader to Make Nuclear Center of Energy Strategy

The woman expected to be Japan’s next prime minister is set to keep nuclear power at the core of the nation’s energy strategy, while reducing emphasis on readily available renewables like solar.

Politics