2 h. ago Billionaire tycoon personally launches new Toronto flight to European capital

Travelling across the pond is going to be even easier for Toronto residents this summer, as a new direct flight service between Pearson Airport and the country known for its bangers and mash, Sunday roast, and fish and chips has officially launched. After pausing its service between the two cities for over a decade, Virgin Atlantic has launched a brand-new direct route between London Heathrow and Toronto Pearson Airport. Known for its mild and pleasant summers, London draws over 20 million visitors from all over the world every year, thanks to its plethora of attractions, such as the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and Hyde Park, as well as its renowned museums and lively pubs. This past Sunday, the airline officially launched its daily flights between Toronto and London, and on board one of the first flights at Pearson Airport was Virgin Group founder and billionaire Sir Richard Branson, who has a reported net worth of $2.8 billion (USD).   &n...

Economics

3 h. ago Four space tourists return to Earth after private flight over poles

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — Four space tourists who orbited the north and south poles returned to Earth on Friday, splashing down in the Pacific to end their privately funded polar tour. Bitcoin investor Chun Wang chartered a SpaceX flight for himself and three others in a Dragon capsule that was outfitted with a domed window […]

Society

4 h. ago Ontario woman charged after potential rental tenants lose $54K: police

A former apartment superintendent faces charges after allegedly collecting $54,000 in rent deposits for non-existent apartments in Toronto.

Economics

8 h. ago Canada’s unemployment rate rises to 6.7% as economy loses 33,000 jobs

Largest decrease in employment since January 2022

Other

14 h. ago Edmonton Oilers pick up 2 points in San Jose but lose Leon Draisaitl in the process: Cult of Hockey Player Grades

“Never in doubt”, as our dearly departed colleague would have said… The Edmonton Oilers kept their Pacific Division title hunt alive with a big two points in San Jose Thursday night. But Leading NHL MVP candidate Leon Draisaitl left the game with about six minutes left in the second and did not return. It appeared […]

Sport

25 h. ago Calgary Airport Authority loses latest bid to recover $2M in fees owed by bankrupt Lynx Air

Calgary Airport Authority has lost legal fight to recover unpaid improvement fees

Economics

30 h. ago Rival coach takes a dive after Jose Mourinho appears to grab his nose after Turkish Cup game

Jose Mourinho appeared to pinch the nose of Galatasaray coach Okan Buruk after his Fenerbahce team was knocked out of the Turkish Cup in a fiery match on Wednesday. In footage widely shared on social media, Mourinho appears to reach out from behind his opponent and make contact with his nose. Buruk then falls to […]

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48 h. ago Toronto warehouse sale blows out Canadian mattresses and bedding at mega discounts

It's spring time in Toronto, which means that darned annual spring cleaning ritual. If you've been thinking about tossing out your old mattress, this is your sign to do it — and replace it with something made in Canada to boot.Treat yourself to a restful sleep and knot-free back at the annual Silk & Snow Toronto Warehouse Sale and score mega savings on award-winning Canadian-made mattresses and more.For just one weekend only from April 3 to 6, shoppers can head to the International Centre and shop Silk & Snow's product line — recognized for its bed-in-a-box and beloved bedding — at up to 50 per cent off.Top selling products like Silk and Snow mattresses will be on sale at never-before-seen prices, as a thank-you to dedicated customers! From organic, hybrid, and the OG S&S mattresses, customers will find a range of firm and plush options.Sleepers that run warm will love Silk & Snow's four-star rated percale cotton sheets, promisin...

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55 h. ago Teal Cedar Products loses bid for damages from B.C. over Haida Gwaii agreement

A B.C. Supreme Court ruling says the province acted in good faith and any business losses were a byproduct of legal regulatory processes

Events

3 d. ago Could Air Canada flight attendants go on strike as negotiations start after 10

Here's what 10,000 Air Canada and Air Canada Rouge flight attendants are asking for

Culture

3 d. ago 'There will be winners and losers:' OCDSB boundary changes will affect real estate prices

Buyers are pulling out of deals and sellers are losing tens of thousands as buyers seek homes near the 'best' schools, say realtors.

Economics

3 d. ago WestJet flight aborts takeoff at high speed at Vancouver’s International Airport

A runway at Vancouver International Airport was closed for almost five hours on Monday after a WestJet flight aborted its takeoff at high speed.

Society

3 d. ago Air Transat launches petition to change Atlantic Ocean's name to 'Canadien Ocean'

According to Montreal-based airline Air Transat, the Atlantic Ocean is no more. Instead, the airline is pushing for a brand-new, proudly rebranded Canadien Ocean through a recent petition.The big official announcement was first made by a flight attendant aboard yesterday's Flight TS2O7 from Manchester, UK to Toronto with Air Transat promising to roll out the change on all upcoming flights crossing the ocean.In addition, a Change.org petition is currently circulating to make the proposed name more permanent. The motivation behind Air Transat's change encourages Canadians to Fly Canadien with a nationwide rallying call, inaugural flight memorabilia, and exciting urban activations.Passengers on board flight TS2O7 were treated to commemorative certificates after the official in-flight announcement, marking the historic moment."We've been flying the Montréal way for 37 years — bold, full of joie de vivre, and just a little cheeky," said Xavier Szwengler, vice presi...

Events

3 d. ago Taiwan is the Instagrammable country that Toronto travellers will fall in love with

When my boyfriend pitched a trip to Taiwan for our vacation, it wasn’t a location I had thought about as one of my top destinations — especially with the 13-hour flight from Toronto.But, after experiencing it for myself, I can confidently say that Taiwan is definitely a must-visit travel destination and a place I only want to explore further now.Billed as a "Wave of Wonder," Taiwan is a beautiful place filled with rich culture, diverse locales, incredible food, and unique experiences you won’t find anywhere else.With so many Waves of Taiwan to discover, check out some Taiwan destinations that'll have all your Instagram followers envious below.Experience urban eleganceTaipei, Taiwan's capital city, is an obvious stop on your Taiwanese adventure, as it's the metropolitan hub that encompasses all Taiwan has to offer.Taipei 101 is basically the city's CN Tower — a towering landmark where you can get a 360 view of the city and a ...

Technology

3 d. ago Bitcoin investor buys an entire SpaceX flight for the ultimate polar adventure

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — A bitcoin investor who bought a SpaceX flight for himself and three polar explorers blasted off Monday night on the first rocket ride to carry people over the north and south poles. Chun Wang, a Chinese-born entrepreneur, hurtled into orbit from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center. SpaceX’s Falcon rocket steered southward over […]

Science

3 d. ago Canadians stuck for 3 days trying to get home from Mexico: ‘This is ridiculous’

A group of Canadian travellers has been trying to get home from Mexico for three days and said their airline, WestJet, has not communicated with them at all about the delays.

Other

4 d. ago NASA’s newly returned astronauts say they would fly on Boeing’s Starliner capsule again

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — NASA’s celebrity astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams said Monday that they hold themselves partly responsible for what went wrong on their space sprint-turned-marathon and would fly on Boeing’s Starliner again. SpaceX recently ferried the duo home after more than nine months at the International Space Station, filling in for […]

Science

4 d. ago SpaceX set to launch polar spaceflight funded by crypto investor

'Each one of these missions is a small step towards making spaceflight more like easier air travel, where anyone can fly'

Technology

4 d. ago First flight of European orbital launch vehicle ends in a crash

The company had largely ruled out the possibility of the rocket reaching orbit, saying it would consider a 30-second flight a success

Economics

4 d. ago Tariffs could lead to 160,000 job losses in second quarter: Conference Board

TORONTO — Trade tensions with the U.S. will likely mean a painful next few months for workers and the economy but could be short-lived, the Conference Board of Canada said in its latest outlook. Canada could see some 160,000 people lose their job in the second quarter, pushing unemployment up to 7.3 per cent, while […]

Culture