17 h. ago Tour Championship now offers richest prize in golf with $40M purse

OWINGS MILLS, Md. — The Tour Championship now has the richest individual prize fund in golf with the PGA Tour making the FedEx Cup payoff count as official money for the first time. The total purse is $40 million, with $10 million to the winner. Since the FedEx Cup began in 2007, the bonus pool […]

Economics

19 h. ago Condor Announces 2025 Second Quarter Results and USD $5.0 Million Bridge Loan

CALGARY, Alberta, Aug. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Condor Energies Inc. (“Condor” or the “Company”) (TSX:CDR), a Canadian based, internationally focused energy transition company focused on Central Asia is pleased to announce the release of its unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements for the three and six months ended June 30, 2025 (the “Financial Statements”), […]

Economics

22 h. ago Rory McIlroy ‘shot down’ suggestion of Ryder Cup playing captain role

Masters champion Rory McIlroy said Wednesday he rejected the suggestion he could serve as playing captain at a Ryder Cup “sometime soon,” saying he thinks combining roles is too onerous. “I’ve ben asked to do that, and I’ve turned it down,” the Northern Ireland star said as he spoke to reporters prior to the US […]

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47 h. ago Une légende des Leafs continue de s’accrocher à l’espoir d’une coupe

La légende des Leafs se console en revenant sur la Coupe Canada en 1976

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50 h. ago America’s Cup adding female sailors, battery power in ’seismic change’

New rules for the America’s Cup sailing regatta announced Tuesday have been described as a seismic moment for the historic event and the “boldest change in 174 years of the Cup.” Crews competing in the 38th Cup regatta in Naples, Italy in July of 2027 will comprise five members, including at least one woman. Under […]

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60 h. ago 'Worst feeling in the world': Have Edmonton Oilers run out of key ingredient to chase Stanley Cup?

Do the Edmonton Oilers have the juice, the motivation, the burning desire to fight through and win the Stanley Cup in 2026? I wonder. I have some doubts. Do you share them? More to the point, do the Oilers themselves doubt? In a 32-team National Hockey League, it takes a lot going right for any […]

Events

61 h. ago FIFA is now hiring for jobs at Toronto games but there's a catch

The application process has begun for jobs at the FIFA World Cup in 2026 — but, these are volunteer positions.Approximately 65,000 volunteers will be hired before the World Cup kicks off on June 11, with open gigs available in the three host countries: Canada, the U.S. and Mexico.Vancouver and Toronto are among the 16 host cities, meaning FIFA is looking for a large number of volunteers in those two Canadian locales."Volunteers will provide support across 23 functional areas at official and non-official sites such as stadiums, training sites, airports, hotels and more," FIFA said in a media release.Those selected must commit to eight shifts between June 11 and July 19, 2026. No prior volunteering experience is required, though you must be at least 18 years old and eligible to volunteer in the host country at the time of application.Along with getting to be close to the action, food and drinks are also provided for volunteers during their shifts.Wi...

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61 h. ago FIFA is now hiring for roles at Toronto games but there's a catch

The application process has begun for jobs at the FIFA World Cup in 2026 — but, these are volunteer positions.Approximately 65,000 volunteers will be hired before the World Cup kicks off on June 11, with open gigs available in the three host countries: Canada, the U.S. and Mexico.Vancouver and Toronto are among the 16 host cities, meaning FIFA is looking for a large number of volunteers in those two Canadian locales."Volunteers will provide support across 23 functional areas at official and non-official sites such as stadiums, training sites, airports, hotels and more," FIFA said in a media release.Those selected must commit to eight shifts between June 11 and July 19, 2026. No prior volunteering experience is required, though you must be at least 18 years old and eligible to volunteer in the host country at the time of application.Along with getting to be close to the action, food and drinks are also provided for volunteers during their shifts.Wi...

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64 h. ago Ryder Cup consolation for Fleetwood after heartbreak in Memphis

Tommy Fleetwood’s disappointment at another failure to secure his first PGA Tour victory has been tempered by confirmation he has secured his place on Europe’s Ryder Cup team. The English golfer went into the final round of the FedEx St. Jude Championship in Memphis, Tenn., on Sunday with a one-shot lead. But a poor finish […]

Culture

67 h. ago FIFA wants 6,000 Canadian World Cup volunteers. Why not just pay them?

Patrick Johnston: FIFA says they need 6,000 volunteers for the 2026 World Cup in Canada. They've got $3 billion in the bank

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68 h. ago Titanium Reports Q2 2025 with 16.8% Logistics Revenue Increase; Further Debt Reduction Strengthens Balance Sheet

Consolidated revenue for Q2 2025 grew 3.5% year-over-year, to $119.1 million, driven by strength in the Logistics segment. Logistics revenue increased 16.8% year-over-year, fueled by 19% increase in US volume, highlighting growth of new customers and the scalability of Titanium’s asset-light model. Enhanced financial flexibility with $12.4 million in debt reduction, $16.4 million cash on […]

Economics

68 h. ago Calgary coffee costs: Are tariffs hitting your daily cup of joe?

What is affecting coffee prices and coffee bean sourcing

Economics

68 h. ago POET Technologies Reports Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results

TORONTO, Aug. 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — POET Technologies Inc. (“POET” or the “Company”) (TSX Venture: PTK; NASDAQ: POET), the designer and developer of Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs), light sources and optical modules for the AI and data center markets, today reported its unaudited condensed consolidated financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, […]

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2 d. ago 'Skill and talent': NHL stats analysts with high praise for Oilers defencemen

This in from TSN stats analyst and hockey writer Travis Yost, his ranking of NHL defences, where he places the Edmonton Oilers in the top tier. Said Yost of the Oilers: “The goaltending can terrify you on any given night but a key reason why the Oilers have emerged as perennial Stanley Cup contenders – […]

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3 d. ago Organizers of 2026 FIFA World Cup start search for 65,000 tournament volunteers

Organizers are looking for volunteers to help staff the 2026 FIFA World Cup. With 48 teams and 104 games across 16 venues in Canada, Mexico and the U.S. at the expanded soccer showcase, plenty of hands are needed. Organizers expect to use some 65,000 volunteers, including 6,000 in Canada, making the 2026 competition FIFA’s largest-ever […]

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3 d. ago Rose wins FedEx St. Jude in playoff, Burmester works OT at LIV event

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Justin Rose made up a three-shot deficit over the last five holes against hard-luck Tommy Fleetwood, and then made two birdies in a playoff against U.S. Open champion J.J. Spaun to win the FedEx St. Jude Championship on Sunday. Rose delivered another sterling performance, closing with a 3-under 67 at TPC Southwind. […]

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5 d. ago Whitecaps ready for home stretch of MLS season after a welcome week off

Thomas Müller, who led Germany to a World Cup title in 2014, is expected to arrive in Vancouver on Wednesday

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5 d. ago Trad and glam swirl as RKS, Serena Ryder and Aysanabee rock folk fest

Pouncing and rolling around on stage with legs in the air, Rainbow Surprise Kitten clawed in International Cat Day a few hours early Thursday night with a legendary shake-it-up rock-out in the misty rain. Rain and thunder! Or the fear of it, anyway, was the unofficial pre-opener for the 46th annual Edmonton Folk Music Festival […]

Sport

6 d. ago Netflix secures broadcast rights in Canada to 2027 and 2031 Women’s World Cups

Netflix has secured the exclusive broadcasting rights in Canada for the FIFA Women’s World Cup in 2027 and 2031, mirroring an earlier announced rights deal in the U.S. World Cups have typically been shown on free-to-air public networks to reach the biggest audiences. But Netflix has been flexing its sports muscle of late, adding live […]

Transport

6 d. ago Dubai Electricity and Water Authority PJSC Reports a Record AED 14.6 Billion in Revenue for the First Half of 2025 and Approves Dividend Payment of AED 3.1 Billion

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Dubai Electricity and Water Authority PJSC (ISIN: AED001801011) (Symbol: DEWA), Dubai’s exclusive electricity and water services provider, which is listed on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM), today reported its first half 2025 consolidated financial results, recording first half revenue of AED 14.6 billion, EBITDA of AED 7.0 billion, operating profit […]

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