27 m. ago Chinese Steel and Coal Output Drop as Supply Pressures Mount

Chinese steel and coal output fell in July, as bad weather affected operations and the government’s efforts to rein in overcapacity intensified.

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2 h. ago Rain on way after Vancouver Island wildfire grows by more than half

PORT ALBERNI — A forecast of up to 40 millimetres of rain is expected to help firefighters battling a wildfire that has been raging near Port Alberni, B.C., on Vancouver Island this week. The Mount Underwood fire that has triggered evacuation orders and alerts measured more than 34 square kilometres on Thursday, about 58% larger […]

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5 h. ago Woman found dead last August remains unidentified, Winnipeg police say

Winnipeg police are asking the public for help in identifying a woman found dead a year ago at the Manwin Hotel.

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5 h. ago Hedge Funds Add Microsoft, Netflix in Position Shuffle: 13F Wrap

Hedge funds added exposure to technology giants including Microsoft Corp. and Netflix Inc. in the second quarter, a stretch that saw an initial surge in volatility due to President Donald Trump’s trade policies but ultimately ended with major benchmarks posting significant gains.

Technology

5 h. ago Edmonton university student brings joy to thousands with Cards for Care initiative

Cards For Care Edmonton, a volunteer-run program, provides homemade cards to health-care facilities as well as seniors' homes as a way of bringing joy to patients and residents.

Society

6 h. ago B.C. crime news: Fireworks suspected of sparking Kelowna wildfires | Illegal smoke store supplier nabbed in traffic stop | West Van assault suspect sought

A wrap up of Thursday's criminal activity in B.C.

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6 h. ago B.C. crime news: Burnaby RCMP seize seven kilos of cocaine, cash | Fireworks suspected of sparking Kelowna wildfires |

A wrap up of Thursday's criminal activity in B.C.

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6 h. ago Judge appoints receiver to sell off Alex Jones’s Infowars assets to help pay Sandy Hook families

A state judge in Texas has appointed a receiver to take over and sell conspiracy theorist Alex Jones’ Infowars assets to help pay the more than $1 billion he owes in legal judgments to the families of victims of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. The order by Judge Maya Guerra Gamble in Austin on […]

Economics

6 h. ago COSCIENS Biopharma Inc. Reports Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Provides Strategic Initiatives Update

COSCIENS Board of Directors approves a plan to voluntarily delist from Nasdaq, while retaining the Company’s listing on the TSX TORONTO, ONTARIO, Aug. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — COSCIENS Biopharma Inc. (NASDAQ: CSCI) (TSX: CSCI) (“COSCIENS” or the “Company”), a life science company focused on natural ingredients and pharmaceutical solutions, today reported its financial and […]

Culture

7 h. ago Toronto's new Ontario Line subway just took a huge step toward completion

While progress on Toronto's Eglinton Crosstown LRT has been very much one step forward, two steps backward as of late, work on the Ontario Line subway is going forth full steam ahead, with the provincial government announcing another pivotal moment in the route's construction on Thursday.In preparation for massive tunnelling efforts northward, crews have now broken ground on the second tunnel launch shaft near the fututre Gerrard Station, which is where advanced tunnel boring machines (TBMs) — which are presently nameless, but that the public is invited to help come up with epithets for — will start a journey up towards Line 6's northern terminus.The shaft will eventually be the point where trains will switch from the route's below-ground to (controversially) above-ground segments.This step comes after work on the line's first tunnel launch shaft began at Exhibition Station last year.Met...

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8 h. ago Wiggin: Fortunately, the PSA test helped detect my prostate cancer in time

While controversial, blood tests that measure the level of prostate-specific antigens can save lives and costs to our healthcare system.

Science

8 h. ago Bodycam shows lotto winner’s arrest day after collecting $167

The footage shows James Shannon Farthing kicking an officer and initially cooperating with officers during his arrest before attempting to run away.

Economics

8 h. ago Cockroaches, mould, heat: Peel tenants decry rental conditions in survey

1 in 3 Peel tenants report cockroaches and pests, as ACORN’s 2025 survey reveals rising rents, poor repairs, and urgent calls for landlord licensing.

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8 h. ago Ontario’s Doug Ford urges more federal assistance to fight wildfires across Canada

Ontario Premier Doug Ford is urging the federal government to put more national resources toward fighting wildfires, as nearly every province battles them. Premiers raised the issue with Prime Minister Mark Carney last month when he met with them in Huntsville, Ont., he said. “We need resources, national resources across the country, because it happens...

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8 h. ago Volunteerism playing a critical role in fighting Manitoba wildfires

Volunteers have played a critical role in fighting wildfires across Manitoba this season, including in the Whiteshell Provincial Park.

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9 h. ago Wildfire near Port Alberni now more than 3,400 hectares as smoke blankets region

There are 64 firefighting personnel currently battling the Mount Underwood wildfire, along with five helicopters, structure protection crews and a heavy equipment strike team.

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10 h. ago Ford urges more federal assistance to fight wildfires across Canada

PICKERING — Ontario Premier Doug Ford is urging the federal government to put more national resources toward fighting wildfires, as nearly every province battles them. He says the premiers raised the issue with Prime Minister Mark Carney last month when he met with them in Huntsville, Ont. Ford says provinces frequently share firefighting resources to […]

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10 h. ago European Stocks Rise for a Third Day on Upbeat Insurer Earnings

European stocks rose on Thursday, extending their gains to a third session, as upbeat earnings from insurers helped offset disappointing reports from companies including Adyen NV and HelloFresh SE.

Economics

11 h. ago C2R2 and Mohawk College Launch National Green Building Skills Initiative with Federal Support

New federal investment of $11.3 million to train 5,400 learners for low-carbon careers across Canada HAMILTON, ON, Aug. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Canadian Colleges for a Resilient Recovery (C2R2) is proud to announce a new nationwide green building skills training initiative, Advancing Access and Skills Training for Green Buildings and Retrofits, supported by […]

Society

11 h. ago Environment Canada warns of heavy rain, up to 80mm, for parts of B.C.’s south coast

The weather agency says a frontal system that's unseasonably laden with moisture is expected to cross B.C.'s south coast on Friday.

Culture