34 m. ago Ringleader in Russian spy ring gets more than 10 years in U.K. prison

LONDON — A Bulgarian man who was the ringleader of a Russian spy ring in the U.K. was sentenced Monday to more than 10 years in prison. Orlin Roussev, 47, headed up a group of five fellow Bulgarians who prosecutors said put lives in danger as they carried out operations in the U.K., Germany Austria, […]

Politics

51 m. ago Andy Polanski Foundation supplying care packages to Alberta organ donor families

"It's just that simple act of kindness and support to those families."

Transport

72 m. ago Pope Leo urges release of imprisoned journalists, affirms gift of free speech

VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV on Monday called for the release of imprisoned journalists and affirmed the “precious gift of free speech and the press” in an audience with some of the 6,000 journalists who descended on Rome to cover his election as the first American pontiff. Leo received a standing ovation as he […]

Economics

98 m. ago Bell launches campaign calling on feds to reverse wholesale fibre policy

The company has launched a new campaign called Build, Connect and Grow Canada

Events

1 hour ago Unfinished business for Saskatchewan QB Harris, back for 3rd season with Roughriders

Missing six games due to a partially torn ACL and MCL year, Saskatchewan Roughriders quarterback Trevor Harris is feeling healthy heading into his 39-year-old season.

Economics

1 hour ago Trump will sign executive order calling on health department to negotiate lower drug prices

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Monday will sign a sweeping executive order that calls on the nation’s health department to negotiate lower prices for U.S. medications with drugmakers. The order sets a 30-day deadline for the health department to broker new price tags for drugs, according to a White House official who briefed the […]

Economics

1 hour ago Here's where you can watch fireworks for Victoria Day 2025 in Toronto

One of the most anticipated Victoria Day events in Toronto is the annual fireworks at Ashbridges Bay Park. This year, on Monday, May 19, the city is set to continue its tradition of lighting up the skies in the east end with an awe-inspiring display of fireworks.According to official city sources, the fireworks will start at 10 p.m. and run for approximately 14 minutes.The park is TTC accessible, available via the 92 Southbound from Woodbine Station or the 501 Queen Streetcar. But savvy fireworks regulars will know that these routes are usually packed, and a good way to skip the crowd is the 22 Southbound from Coxwell Station.Parking is available, with two Green P lots at Woodbine Beach and Ashbridges Bay. However, given the fireworks display's popularity, we recommend taking public transit.Where to watch the fireworks in TorontoIf you're worried about crowds around Ashbridges Bay Park, there are a few key vantage points from...

Events

2 h. ago RCMP say skydiving instructor dies following jump west of Edmonton

ONOWAY — RCMP say a skydiver has died in a weekend accident west of Edmonton. Cpl. Troy Savinkoff said police were called to a township road near Onoway on Saturday morning, where he said a 56-year-old man from Edmonton suffered fatal injuries following a jump from a plane. He said the man was a skydiving […]

Events

2 h. ago REMINDER: Boralex will release its 2025 first quarter financial results on May 14, at 9 a.m.

MONTREAL, May 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Boralex inc. (“Boralex” or the “Company”) (TSX: BLX) announces that the release of the 2025 first quarter results will take place on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at 9 a.m. Financial analysts and investors are invited to attend a conference call during which the financial results will be presented. […]

Culture

2 h. ago It’s not just Alberta flirting with western separatism now: Full Comment podcast

Torn at for nine years by the divisive Trudeau Liberals, Canadian unity is seriously frayed, with Alberta now preparing for a possible secession referendum. In this episode, Brian Lilley talks with Reform party founder Preston Manning, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and longtime Liberal pollster Dan Arnold to get a sense of how dire the situation […]

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2 h. ago Canadians’ Return Travel From US Plunges as Trump Tariffs Hit

Canadians have returned from 1.35 million fewer road trips to the US over the past two months than they did a year ago, eschewing crossing the border that US President Donald Trump called “artificial” and wanted removed.

Economics

2 h. ago Thunderbird Entertainment Group Reports Fiscal 2025 Q3 Results

Revenue Up 29%, AEBITDA Climbs 79%, $2.2M in Net Income, as Company Reaffirms 2025 Guidance and Showcases Creative Wins, Including Emmy Award Conference call and webcast Tuesday, May 13, at 11 a.m. PT/ 2 p.m. ET VANCOUVER, British Columbia — Thunderbird Entertainment Group Inc. (TSXV: TBRD, OTCQX: THBRF) (“Thunderbird” or the “Company”) today announced its […]

Other

3 h. ago Trump’s Ukraine Push Comes to a Head With Challenge to Putin

Donald Trump’s effort to secure peace in Ukraine is reaching a decisive moment with Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelenskiy challenging Vladimir Putin to engage in talks this week.

Politics

3 h. ago Leong: Danielle Smith tries to stay political clean while stoking talk of Alberta separation. It won’t work

If she believes Alberta can be successful within a united Canada, her actions should reflect it

Politics

3 h. ago Leong: Danielle Smith tries to stay politically clean while stoking talk of Alberta separation. It won’t work

If she believes Alberta can be successful within a united Canada, her actions should reflect it

Politics

3 h. ago TMC Announces $37 Million Strategic Investment to Advance Deep

The financing is led by Michael Hess, Chief Investment Officer of Hess Capital, and Brian Paes-Braga, Managing Partner at SAF Group and Head of SAF Growth It comprises a Registered Direct Offering at $3.00 per share and warrants exercisable at $4.50 per share, with mandatory exercise if shares trade above $7.00 per share for 20 […]

Economics

3 h. ago Keith Gerein: Alberta government unwise to abolish conduct rules for city councillors

Politicians behaving badly. It could be the title of a reality show. Lord knows there is more than enough content these days to pump out season after season — if only the audience doesn’t get bored. Lying? Everybody does it. Hypocrisy? Who cares. Corruption? Nothing to see here. Shame? What a quaint concept. In a […]

Politics

6 h. ago Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Reports Financial Results for the Three Months Ended March 31, 2025

ROCKVILLE, Md. & EDMONTON, Alberta — Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ: AUPH) today announced financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2025. First Quarter 2025 Financial Results Total Revenue: For the three months ended March 31, 2025, total revenue was $62.5 million, up 24% from $50.3 million in the same period of 2024. Net […]

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10 h. ago Caledonia Mining Corporation Plc: Results for the Quarter ended March 31, 2025

Details of Management Conference Call Strong Q1 Performance Driven by Increased Production and Higher Gold Prices ST HELIER, Jersey, May 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Caledonia Mining Corporation Plc (“Caledonia” or “the Company”) (NYSE AMERICAN: CMCL; AIM: CMCL; VFEX: CMCL) announces its operating and financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2025 (“Q1 2025” or the […]

Culture

12 h. ago Calgary Surge stage late rallies, stun Edmonton Stingers in CEBL opener

The Calgary Surge opened up the 2025 Canadian Elite Basketball League campaign with excitement. And a dramatic victory. Tied heading into the Elam Ending and then by five late in the end-game scenario, the Surge made up the stagger and soared past the host and rival Edmonton Stingers in an 86-84 triumph Sunday. It was Jameer Nelson Jr.’s […]

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