54 m. ago Jilly Cooper, Britain’s queen of the ‘bonkbuster’ novel, dies at 88

London (AFP) — British author Jilly Cooper, known for her unapologetically raunchy romance novels, has died at the age of 88 following a fall, her agent and family said on Monday. A former journalist, Cooper penned the best-selling series of romantic novels known as The Rutshire Chronicles, which included “Rivals” recently adapted for television by […]

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4 h. ago UK Plans to Speed Up Homebuying Process in Bid to Increase Sales

The UK government is planning to reform the homebuying process in a bid to accelerate deals and save first-time buyers hundreds of pounds.

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32 h. ago You can get discounts to 82 different places in Ontario with your Presto card

If you already have a Presto card, you might not know that, besides getting you across the city, it can actually unlock some pretty impressive perks and discounts on attractions, restaurants, and events happening all across Ontario. While some Presto discounts are available year-round, others are available for a limited time only. To get your discount, all you have to do is use a special discount code at checkout for online purchases or show your physical Presto card or digital version in person. Here are just a few examples out of the 82 places you get a discount in Ontario just by flashing your Presto card this fall. Attractions Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) If you're looking for indoor attractions to visit as the weather cools up, you can visit the AGO and use the promo code AGOPRESTO online to get 15 per cent off an AGO Annual Pass. This offer is only valid until Oct. 31.Canadian Automotive Museum Located in Oshawa, this museum is ...

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35 h. ago Calgary Wild FC play with purpose, fall to AFC Toronto as breast cancer awareness takes centre stage

Northern Super League squads suit up at McMahon Stadium in support of the Canadian Cancer Society to kick off Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Science

43 h. ago Maple Leafs juggle exhibition, practice lines around Dennis Hildeby’s start

To be or not to Hildeby. That is the question, actually one of many, as the Maple Leafs embark on tonight’s final NHL exhibition game in Detroit ahead of Wednesday’s regular-season opener. Dennis Hildeby is expected to start in net, looking to extend a strong pre-season (a .944 save percentage in two games) and make […]

Culture

48 h. ago Lorne Gunter: Stats, studies back Poilievre's call for tighter bail laws

Whenever someone like Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre suggests tightening up bail laws in Canada, someone else — a criminologist, prisoners’ rights advocate, Liberal cabinet minister — is quick to point out that crime fell 3.6 per cent across the country in 2024. For instance, last fall when Poilievre first suggested his “Jail, Not Bail” reforms […]

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49 h. ago Immigrant ordered deported in 2017 for ‘serious criminality’ is still in Canada

Ryan Fyfield, who used scissors to cut off an ankle monitor he was issued in the fall of 2023, has another detention review hearing slated for next week

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63 h. ago Universal to reopen Stardust Racers ride two weeks after man’s death

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Universal Orlando Resort plans to reopen its Stardust Racers ride at Epic Universe more than two weeks after a 32-year-old man died of blunt force injuries after going on the high-speed roller coaster. Signs will be updated to reinforce existing warnings and eligibility requirements to help visitors decide if they should […]

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64 h. ago 'Costs to society': Talks go down to wire as Oct. 6 Alberta teachers' strike looms

'There's a fallback wage that the seller will fall back to and there's a fallback that the employer will rise to. And if those are close enough, there's a deal'

Economics

65 h. ago Loblaw closing No Name discount grocery stores in Ontario after just a year

Loblaw Companies Ltd. is slowly winding down its ultra-discount No Name grocery store program, with two of the three pilot locations in Ontario now closed or slated to shut down just over a year after they first opened. The stores were originally launched in September 2024 and gave shoppers access to even lower prices than the company's existing discount chains, like No Frills. The concept aimed to reduce operating costs through shorter store hours, a smaller assortment of products, limited marketing, no refrigeration, and fewer weekly deliveries. At the time, the company said that the stores would help customers save up to 20 per cent on everyday essentials; however, it looks like the concept didn't exactly land with consumers, as its reduced operating costs meant shoppers would have to shop elsewhere for refrigerated items like dairy or fresh meat products. The bare-bones stores carried just 1,300 products, compared to the 7,000 items typically carried in sm...

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66 h. ago Howard Levitt: Why working notice is employment law’s most effective and underused tool, part two

Employers save money, avoid the 'severance lottery' culture and sometimes even get a redemption story along the way

Culture

67 h. ago Nova Scotia legislature wraps fall business after short eight

Premier Tim Houston says he doesn’t believe the government rushed through its agenda despite the short length of proceedings.

Economics

69 h. ago Emera Incorporated Announces the Closing of the Offering of US$750 Million Aggregate Principal Amount of Fixed

HALIFAX, Nova Scotia — Emera Incorporated (“Emera” or the “Company”) (TSX/NYSE: EMA) announced today that EUSHI Finance, Inc. (the “Issuer”) has completed the sale of US$750,000,000 aggregate principal amount of United States dollar denominated 6.25% fixed-to-fixed reset rate junior subordinated notes due 2056 (the “U.S. Notes”), fully and unconditionally guaranteed by Emera and Emera US […]

Economics

2 d. ago A look inside new Toronto decor shop where elegance and sustainability meet

Who says luxury can’t be sustainable?Eden Smith Home has opened its doors at 1500 Islington Ave., creating a space that unites timeless design with mindful living. Every detail, from the furnishings to the textiles, reflects a philosophy of excellence, sophistication, and consciousness.Step inside and you’ll discover a curated collection that exudes beauty and craftsmanship, while supporting vibrant communities both locally and globally.The interior feels less like a store and more like a gallery — each piece thoughtfully chosen for its story and aesthetic. Here, sustainability isn’t an option; it’s the standard.If you've never been, there's no better time to visit than the present. Eden Smith Home is hosting a furniture sale with great discounts, making elegance and value more attainable. The sale is not only an invitation to shop but to join a community that values refined living with purpose.Here are five standou...

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2 d. ago I took a trip back in time to ride vintage TTC streetcars and here's how it went

The Halton County Radial Railway (HCRR) allows the public to get up close and personal with the rich history of the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) and its generations of streetcars.Located near Guelph, Ont. HCRR is Ontario's first and largest museum, highlighting electric railways. Among the museum's main draws, visitors can board vintage transit vehicles and ride around a scenic, two-kilometre-long loop, or explore the barns full of classic streetcars and subway trains.Even if transit history is not your hyperfixation, the museum's rail circuit offers perhaps one of the best fall colour experiences in the province when the grounds transform into a wonderland of fall colours every autumn.Explore the Halton County Radial Railway in this photo gallery.

Transport

2 d. ago Black Creator Academy is Back – Leveling Up the Next Generation of Black Youth Creators

TrainingGround.AI Drops New Programming for Groundbreaking Program This Fall TORONTO — After a groundbreaking first year that helped to launch the careers of emerging Black creators, the Black Creator Academy announced today the opening of applications for its second cohort. The $250 billion creator economy is booming, but too many Black youth are being left […]

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2 d. ago The players, the drama and the strife: What to know as B.C. legislature readies for fall session

The governing NDP is in the middle of a fight with B.C.'s largest public-sector union as opposition parties are grappling with internal strife, new leaders and the fight for relevance.

Events

2 d. ago Four smart and sustainable ways to extend your backyard season

A bevy of outdoor products guaranteed to add warmth, safety and security to your outdoor space The end of summer is always bittersweet for those of us who have a backyard and enjoy being outside. September 21 marks the exact time from an astronomical standpoint the fall equinox occurs, when the Northern Hemisphere where we […]

Culture

3 d. ago Drimonis: Angry about the state of Montreal? Save it for the ballot box

While many Montrealers are quick to express their dissatisfaction online, the majority don’t bother voting in municipal elections.

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3 d. ago Broadwood Partners Publishes Presentation Detailing Opposition to STAAR Surgical’s Sale to Alcon

Broadwood Believes the Transaction Comes at the Wrong Time, After the Wrong Process, and at the Wrong Price For the Reasons Described in the Presentation, Broadwood Urges All Stockholders to Vote “AGAINST” the Proposed Merger NEW YORK — Broadwood Partners, L.P. and its affiliates (collectively, “Broadwood”), holders of approximately 27.5% of the outstanding common stock […]

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