5 h. ago U.S. judge extends temporary measures protecting Guatemalan children from deportation

WASHINGTON — A federal judge is temporarily keeping in place measures preventing the Trump administration from deporting Guatemalan migrant children in government custody. Judge Timothy J. Kelly’s decision Saturday keeps the government from removing Guatemalan children who came to the U.S. alone and are currently living in government shelters and foster care. Kelly’s order said […]

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8 h. ago South Korea is going wild for ‘KPop Demon Hunters,’ made in the U.S. by a Korean Canadian director

SEOUL – Cup noodles and shrimp chips featuring Huntr/x members are flying off the shelves. “Golden” is playing on loop at insurance offices and gyms. Dance studios are teaching moves from the animated film. The American-made Netflix movie “KPop Demon Hunters” has taken this nation – which put the K in K-pop – by storm. […]

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17 h. ago Charting the Global Economy: Weak Jobs, Steady Inflation Seal Fed Rate Cut

A record downward revision to annual US job growth, paired with no surprises in the latest inflation data, sealed the deal for the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates next week.

Economics

22 h. ago Mariages, voyages et... golf: vivez l’été des joueurs du Canadien en photos

En attendant la «rentrée» de lundi.

Events

22 h. ago This scenic railroad in Ontario takes colourful fall excursions into the wilderness

The South Simcoe Railway's Fall Colour Excursions, a fall tradition for many in Ontario, return this month, and the historic railway is set to take passengers aboard scenic fall-colours train rides from Tottenham to Beeton for another season.Each round trip, from Tottenham to Beeton and back, lasts just under an hour, and along the way, the conductor shares tidbits of Canada's rich railway history. The fall foliage makes a pretty backdrop for this autumn outing as train riders get to see the changing colours of the leaves throughout the journey aboard a vintage 1920s locomotive.Passengers will usually board Engine #136 to take the trip from Tottenham to Beeton, winding through the Beeton Valley Creek and immersing in all the fall colours and foliage. Given how popular this nature tour gets — the leaves' changing colours at the Beeton Valley Creek are at their best during autumn — it's highly recommend...

Transport

22 h. ago Huge harvest market to take over Toronto park for two weekends this fall

Fall is officially slowly creeping in on us, and with that comes pumpkin spice lattes, cozy sweaters galore, and events in the city like the free Fall Harvest Market taking over Toronto's Queens Quay later this month.If an autumn-themed market is something you're looking forward to experiencing during the upcoming season, then mark your calendars and get ready to explore a specially curated vendor market, live music, delicious food, and more to celebrate the arrival of fall.Presented by Street Eats Market and the Waterfront BIA, festival highlights also include a pumpkin patch (cue aesthetic photo opps for your socials), a fire pit and s'mores zone to please your sweet tooth, and an apple bobbing competition (a seasonal staple).A complete list of things to do at the market is available on the event website.Part of the Water/Fall Festival — an attraction that presents art installations, entertainment, food markets, and more, over a span of two weekends in the c...

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24 h. ago Trump Files to Cancel Approval of Maryland Offshore Wind Farm

The Trump administration asked a federal court to cancel the approval of a $6 billion wind project planned off the coast of Maryland as part of a wider effort to halt the development of the offshore clean- energy resource.

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26 h. ago Cull of 400 B.C. ostriches to go ahead, court of appeal rules

The Federal Court of Appeal has denied an application for another stay order to delay a cull of about 400 ostriches at a British Columbia farm.

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26 h. ago Federal Court rejects B.C. ostrich farm’s bid for delay on cull order

The Federal Court of Appeal has denied an application for another stay order to delay a cull of about 400 ostriches at a B.C. farm

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28 h. ago Federal government sues Uber over alleged discrimination against people with disabilities

The federal government said Friday that it is suing Uber for allegedly discriminating against passengers with disabilities. The Department of Justice said Uber drivers routinely refuse to serve individuals with disabilities, including those with service dogs. Uber is the largest ride-hailing company in the U.S. The lawsuit alleges that Uber drivers have charged illegal cleaning […]

Politics

29 h. ago Need advice? Call these older folks for tips on love, dating and moose hunting

The residents of Misericordia Place, a care home in Winnipeg, have decades worth of wisdom to offer. They’ve had successful careers and 57-year-long marriages. They have raised children and perfected their moose-hunting techniques. And this knowledge has inspired a new project from the residents: the Misericordia Place Life Advice Line. You can call 204-788-8060 and […]

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29 h. ago Federal pot tax amounted to $244M in revenues last year: REPORT

When cannabis was legalized in 2018, cabinet had predicted revenues of up to a billion a year

Economics

29 h. ago California lawmakers pass bill barring authorities from wearing face masks

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — California state lawmakers have passed legislation that would ban most law enforcement officers from covering their faces while carrying out operations, a response to recent immigration raids in Los Angeles. But even if the governor signs the measure into law, it’s unclear whether the state could enforce it on the federal agents […]

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29 h. ago S&P/TSX composite declines ahead of rate decisions next week, U.S. markets mixed

TORONTO — Broad-based losses drove Canada’s main stock index to close lower on Friday, while U.S. markets were mixed ahead of key rate decisions next week from the U.S. Federal Reserve and the Bank of Canada. Dustin Reid, chief strategist for fixed income at Mackenzie Investments, said Friday’s trading session was a “bit of a […]

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29 h. ago Population growth of Metro Vancouver slows due to federal immigration policy changes

Metro Vancouver is projected to reach a population of 4.1 million people by 2050, which is a decrease of 50,000 from the projection in 2024.

Events

29 h. ago Ever heard of Canada Service Corps? Turns out nobody else has either: REPORT

Federal Department of Employment researchers say a 2018 youth volunteer program is unknown by young people despite more than $204 million spent to date, according to Blacklock’s Reporter. The report, Canada Service Corps: Qualitative Research With Youth And Youth-Serving Organizations, says the department was “unable to give an overall impression of the program” because few […]

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29 h. ago Algonquin faculty union urges solidarity for striking support workers

OPSEU 415 president Tracy Henderson said support can take many forms, including not performing the work of striking colleagues

Society

30 h. ago Braid: Quebec’s likeliest next premier backs Alberta separation. Canada had better take him seriously

St-Pierre Plamondon was in Alberta this week, speaking to the U of C's school of public policy — and meeting Alberta separatists

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30 h. ago New pub replaces Toronto bar that closed after 16 years in business

A Toronto bar with a cult following closed down last winter after 16 years, and it's finally been replaced.It's been eight months since cult-favourite Dundas West sports bar (and former home of Slammie Sammies), Opera Bob's, closed its doors after 16 years, much to the disappointment and dismay of its devoted regulars.The pub was a local staple for a casual drink, lively night out, and especially for Manchester City football match screenings, as the Manchester City Football Club Toronto has called the bar home for nearly as long as it's been around.Last year, during the Premier League championships, it even got a considerable shout-out from the New York Times.Alas, as Nelly Furtado once said, all good things come to an end, and, in the winter of 2024, the pub closed its doors for good, setting its devoted fanbase adrift, searching for somewhere new to take root.Now, at long last, the space has officially gotten a new lease on life, and Opera ...

Economics

30 h. ago Ottawa discussing future of emissions cap with Alberta, oil companies: Minister

OTTAWA — The federal government is in discussions with Alberta and the oil industry about the future of the sector’s emissions cap, Energy Minister Tim Hodgson said Friday.  At a news conference in Winnipeg, Hodgson said both the province and industry agree with the federal government that there needs to be a “fundamental change in […]

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