41 m. ago 10K toenail clippings needed for Canadian study on potential lung cancer risk

Scientists at the University of Calgary say they are looking for toenail clippings for a study looking into radon gas exposure and potential lung cancer risk.

Science

42 m. ago US Treasuries Risk Losing Haven Status, Pension Official Says

US Treasury bonds are at risk of losing their haven status should US fiscal stress continue to build, according to Canada Pension Plan Investment Board.

Other

2 h. ago Buyers are landing homes for way under listing price across these parts of the GTA

Despite some recent flickers of life in the form of recovering sales figures, the Toronto-area housing market is still in somewhat of an extended death spiral that has property owners, developers and realtors pulling out their hair.Home prices are sinking as a glut of listings keeps the market weighed down with a record number of homes for sale — a good thing in a hub as notoriously competitive for housing as Toronto, but not when would-be buyers remain too wary of recession, tariffs and the steep cost of investment at current rates to actually dive in.But those willing and able to take the risk at the moment are enjoying the payoff of being able to secure a property of their own for far less than they may have just a few years ago. And, less than they're listed for now.Digital real estate platform Wahi has released the latest of its monthly analyses on over- and under-bidding in GTA real estate, showing that in the month of Sep...

Economics

2 h. ago Le ministre Drainville dit vouloir ressusciter le Baromètre de l’action climatique

Contredisant son ministère, il dit n’avoir «rien coupé» et évoque une nouvelle mouture en 2026.

Politics

2 h. ago Philip Morris International Urges U.S. Food and Drug Administration Advisory Committee to Recommend Continued Marketing of IQOS as Modified Risk Product

A pioneer in modified risk tobacco products, Philip Morris International is the only company to have received a modified risk marketing claim for an electronic nicotine device. FDA concludes “Evidence continues to support the modified exposure claim that ‘Scientific studies have shown that switching completely from conventional cigarettes to the IQOS system significantly reduces your […]

Society

3 h. ago Pakistan Lifts Growth Estimate as Industrial Output Rebounds

Pakistan raised its growth estimate for the June quarter after industrial output surged, aided by lower borrowing costs aimed at reviving the economy.

Other

4 h. ago Wallbridge Receives $4.7M of Quebec Refundable Investment Tax Credits

TORONTO, Oct. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Wallbridge Mining Company Limited (TSX: WM, OTCQB: WLBMF) (“Wallbridge” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it received $4.7 million of cash refunds with respect to its 2024 Quebec Tax Credit Relating to Resources (“TCRR”) that were claimed on its 2024 Quebec income tax return. The government […]

Economics

5 h. ago Busy Don Valley Parkway ramp in Toronto to close until next year

A busy off-ramp serving the Don Valley Parkway (DVP) in Toronto is about to close as part of an ongoing rehabilitation project, and commuters relying on the exit will have to manage with the disruption well into 2026.The City of Toronto announced on Tuesday that it is moving forward with the next stage in the rehabilitation of four bridges and elevated roads along the DVP near Eastern Avenue and Adelaide Street East.The DVP's southbound off-ramp to Richmond St. is set to close next week and remain shuttered for several months.Described as "critical state-of-good-repair work," the City states that "This work will ensure that the bridges meet today's standards and remain safe for vehicles and pedestrians into the future."Motorists can expect disruptions during this period, including Eastern Ave. being reduced to a single eastbound lane, and Richmond St. being reduced to a single westbound lane at Eastern Ave. In addition, the City will require overnight lan...

Other

5 h. ago Germany Sees Growth Accelerating in More Optimistic Forecasts

Germany will eke out meager expansion of 0.2% this year before growth strengthens to 1.3% in 2026 supported by tens of billions of euros in fiscal stimulus, according to revised government projections.

Other

6 h. ago Stingray to Release Its Financial Results for the Second Quarter of Fiscal 2026

MONTREAL, Oct. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Stingray Group Inc. (TSX: RAY.A; RAY.B) will release its financial results for the second quarter ended September 30, 2025, on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, after the markets close. Management will hold a conference call to discuss the financial results the next day, November 12, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. […]

Culture

13 h. ago Some Canadians will get a sizeable payout from the government this week

Canadians who are eligible for the Advanced Canada Workers Benefit (ACWB) can expect to receive payments this week.According to the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), ACWB payments are issued in three automatic installments throughout the year. The ACWB is an advanced payment of the Canada Workers Benefit (CWB), a refundable tax credit that eligible individuals can claim on their tax return.The benefit is meant to help individuals and families who are working and earning a lower income. Canadians who are eligible for the CWB on their tax return will receive advanced payments of up to 50 per cent of the CWB through the ACWB. Since the next payment date falls on a weekend, on Sunday, Oct. 12, eligible Canadians will receive their money on the last business day of the week, which is Friday, Oct. 10.You're eligible if you meet the following criteria:You're over 19 years old on Dec. 31, or live with a spouse or common-law partner or your child,You're a resident ...

Politics

13 h. ago Ligne vers New York: le retard du projet coûtera 400M$ à Hydro l’an prochain

La ligne vers New York ne sera pas inaugurée en décembre, mais plutôt en mai, ce qui retranchera environ 400M$ des profits d’Hydro en 2026.

Economics

17 h. ago Conor McGregor suspendu 18 mois pour trois tests antidopage manqués

L’Irlandais pourrait ainsi combattre à partir du 20 mars 2026, à temps pour le combat pour le 80e anniversaire de Trump.

Other

18 h. ago Early Warning News Release Disposition of Secure Waste Infrastructure Corp. Common Shares by Angelo, Gordon & CO., L.P.

NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES NEW YORK, Oct. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Angelo, Gordon & Co., L.P. (“TPG Angelo Gordon”) announces today that, AG Credit Solutions Master Fund II A, L.P. and AG International Investment Opportunities Platform ICAV (the “Selling Shareholders”), each an affiliate of […]

Economics

18 h. ago 'Sea change:' Vancouver city council rezones thousands of properties in Broadway and Cambie corridors

Vancouver's sweeping rezoning of more than 4,200 properties aims to shorten the development process by a year or more. 'Less site-by-site, customized rezoning. And more standardization and predictability,' said the city's chief planner, Josh White

Transport

18 h. ago TSB sending team to helicopter crash site near Squamish, B.C.

The board's deployment notice says it investigates air, marine, pipeline and rail transportation accidents with the "sole aim" of advancing transportation safety.

Events

20 h. ago New Fortress’ Puerto Rico Gas Deliveries at Risk Amid Dispute

A judge in Puerto Rico ordered New Fortress Energy Inc. to stop using the tugboats it hired to make deliveries to its San Juan Bay terminal — forcing some power plants to turn to more expensive and dirtier diesel.

Other

23 h. ago The Future of Cash Application: How Enterprises Apply Cash with AI

New AI implementations guide cash application efforts to achieve greater heights of efficiency. CHICAGO , Oct. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bectran, Inc., the connected intelligence platform for end-to-end credit, collections, and AR management, has announced the addition of advanced AI-assisted capabilities to its cash application system, delivering a faster way to accurately match and […]

Other

24 h. ago Homegrown Tech Meets Hometown Team: Safe Software Partners with Vancouver Canucks

Global data integration leader strengthens community ties with official partnership and donation to Canucks for Kids Fund Surrey, BC, Oct. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Safe Software (Safe), the creator of FME, the only All-Data, Any-AI enterprise integration platform with true support for spatial data, is now a Proud Partner for the 2025-2026 NHL season. […]

Culture

24 h. ago Tasha Kheiriddin: Liberals risk a permanent deficit dressed up as nation building

Splitting budget into operating and capital will only confuse the true level of debt

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