4 h. ago Musk Says Federal Workers Must Justify Job or Risk Dismissal

The Trump administration began sending emails to more than 2 million federal workers on Saturday, asking them to report on what they did last week or be forced to resign.

Society

4 h. ago Whitecaps: A season starts with a hunt for unicorns and a trip through the Timbers

The Whitecaps had until Friday to declare their roster model — Designated Player heavy or U22 players — and chose the youth path. Now they just have to find the players, the magical and elusive affordable and impactful players, to fit the system.

Culture

5 h. ago Ottawa woman accused of fatal stabbing was in relationship with victim

Next court appearance for Judith Pamela Brennan is scheduled for Friday, Feb. 28.

Events

5 h. ago Trudeau s’est entretenu avec Trump, indique le cabinet du premier ministre

M. Trudeau « a informé le président des progrès réalisés à la frontière [ ] dans la lutte contre le fentanyl ».

Politics

6 h. ago ’HE IS INNOCENT’: Juror urges clemency for Alabama man facing execution

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — The Alabama Supreme Court has cleared the way for the execution of a man whose innocence claim is supported by a juror from his trial. Justices on Friday authorized the execution of Robin “Rocky” Myers, who was convicted in the 1991 killing of his neighbour, Ludie Mae Tucker. The execution will […]

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7 h. ago High avalanche risk in parts of B.C. coast due to rain and warm temperatures

High avalanche danger levels have also been placed on parts of Vancouver Island, West Kootenay and the North Coast from Kitimat to Terrace.

Culture

8 h. ago Blue Jays to wear City Connect uniforms on Friday night home games this season

TORONTO — The Toronto Blue Jays will wear their City Connect alternate uniforms on 13 occasions during the 2025 season, the team said Saturday. The uniform, first introduced last May, will be worn on Friday night home games, the Blue Jays announced as part of their promotion and event plans for the team’s 81-game home […]

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8 h. ago Trucker charged with impaired driving after vodka bottle, mixers and snacks in truck cab

A 54-year-old Scarborough trucker faces impaired driving and other charges after police investigated a broken down tractor-trailer on Boundary Road near Hwy 401 in South Glengarry, Friday afternoon. OPP and provincial transport officers investigated the vehicle shortly after 3 p.m. Officers found a large open bottle of vodka on the truck’s centre console. Photos released […]

Transport

8 h. ago Trucker charged with impaired driving after open vodka bottle found in truck cab

A 54-year-old Scarborough trucker faces impaired driving and other charges after police investigated a broken down tractor-trailer on Boundary Road near Hwy 401 in South Glengarry, Friday afternoon. OPP and provincial transport officers investigated the vehicle shortly after 3 p.m. Officers found a large open bottle of vodka on the truck’s centre console. The driver […]

Transport

8 h. ago CRIME SCENE: Man, 25, accused of drug trafficking in Cambridge

Two people face charges, including a man from Brampton, after a months-long drug trafficking investigation resulted in their arrests in Cambridge. Waterloo Regional Police say officers with the Direct Action Response Team executed a search warrant in Cambridge on Friday. Investigators seized a loaded handgun, crossbow, approximately one kilogram of suspected fentanyl, as well as […]

Events

21 h. ago Rugby: Charity Williams scores 100th try, Canada opens Vancouver sevens with win over Brazil

The Canadian women continue pool play against No. 12 Spain on Friday night before facing No. 2 Australia on Saturday.

Other

23 h. ago Daanaa Announces Zodiac Solar Power Substring Inverter Samples for PV Module Integration, Unlocking Up to 42% More Energy Harvest

Experience Zodiac, an integrated power electronics solution that, enables manufacturers to offer high-performing PV modules that maximize energy output, enhance reliability, and simplify operations and maintenance (O&M) for solar systems. VANCOUVER, British Columbia — Daanaa Resolution, Inc., an innovator in power system electronics and semiconductor technology, is introducing Zodiac, an advanced power electronics solution designed […]

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24 h. ago B.C. is poised to scrap its consumer carbon tax. How will it replace the revenue?

B.C. Premier David Eby has pledged to eliminate the consumer price on carbon if the federal government drops its requirement for provinces to have one.

Economics

25 h. ago L.A. district attorney opposes new trial for Menendez brothers, still deciding on resentencing

LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles district attorney said Friday he opposes a new trial for Lyle and Erik Menendez in the 1989 killing of their parents but hasn’t made up his mind on whether to support a resentencing bid that could lead to their freedom after nearly 30 years in prison. The brothers were […]

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25 h. ago Faircourt Asset Management Inc. Announces February Distribution

Toronto, Feb. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Faircourt Asset Management Inc., as Manager of the Faircourt Fund (CBOE:FGX), is pleased to announce the monthly distribution payable on the Shares of the below listed Fund. Faircourt Funds Trading Symbol Distribution Amount (per share/unit) Ex-Dividend Date Record Date Payable Date Faircourt Gold Income Corp. FGX $0.024 February […]

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25 h. ago Judge upholds ban on DOGE accessing sensitive U.S. Treasury information, for now

NEW YORK — A federal judge in Manhattan on Friday extended a ban on Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency accessing sensitive Treasury Department information, but rejected broader restrictions sought by 19 Democratic state attorneys general who sued over the issue. Judge Jeannette A. Vargas issued a preliminary injunction but said she may lift the […]

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25 h. ago Médaillé d’argent, Laurent Dubreuil monte sur un troisième podium de suite au 500 m

Laurent Dubreuil a été médaillé d’argent au premier 500 m de la Coupe du monde de patinage de vitesse longue piste de Tomaszow Mazowiecki.

Sport

25 h. ago Bell: If Carney and the Liberals win, they'll have to deal with a fed

'We have been kicked around for the last 10 years and it's not going to happen anymore,' says Alberta Premier Danielle Smith

Transport

25 h. ago Bell: Premier Smith to Mark Carney — Alberta won't be kicked around anymore

'We have been kicked around for the last 10 years and it's not going to happen anymore,' says Alberta Premier Danielle Smith

Transport

26 h. ago Purpose Investments Inc. Announces February 2025 Distributions for the Seven New Yield Shares ETFs

TORONTO, Feb. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Purpose Investments Inc. (“Purpose”) is pleased to announce the distributions for the month of February 2025 for its newest set of Yield Shares ETFs. The ex-distribution date for all seven Yield Shares ETFs listed in the table below is February 28, 2025. ETF Name Ticker Distributionper Unit RecordDate […]

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