4 h. ago Weary Malawians look to this week’s presidential election as nation grapples with an economic crisis

BLANTYRE, Malawi (AP) — Malawi is holding a presidential election this week as one of Africa’s poorer countries grapples with an economic crisis, food and fuel shortages — and memories of a vote six years ago that was canceled and a redo ordered because of widespread irregularities. Incumbent President Lazarus Chakwera, a former theology instructor […]

Politics

12 h. ago Blue Jays’ starting playoff rotation worth monitoring as season’s end nears

In the aftermath of Kevin Gausman’s masterpiece against the visiting Houston Astros when the veteran right-hander spun a complete game shutout, Blue Jays manager John Schneider felt the pitcher was peaking at the right time. The same can’t be said for veteran right-hander Max Scherzer, whose trajectory seems to be heading in the wrong direction. […]

Culture

17 h. ago Canada wins Davis Cup tie with Israel in empty Halifax stadium

About 400 demonstrators opposing Israel's actions in Gaza and the West Bank held peaceful protests during Friday's matches.

Sport

18 h. ago Man, 35, sought for allegedly threatening to kill a woman in city’s east end

The accused is under court orders to steer clear of the woman

Events

31 h. ago Detached Toronto house is under $500,000 but there's a catch

Attention, brave souls of the Toronto real estate world: a detached house on Rhodes Ave. E. has magically appeared on the market for under $500,000. Yes, under.Of course, it's a bit of a mess. We're talking a bed in the dining room, particle board–covered windows, missing ceilings, and a basement that adults and children alike would be scared to enter.But according to the listing, it's got "potential", you just need to look past the chaos to see it. What was once probably the dining room. You'll definitely need a strong stomach and positive attitude to navigate the "needs TLC" part.The one and only bathroom that is missing part of the ceiling. From the photos, there's a lot of work to be done if you're going to keep the original structure. An air-conditioning unit is balanced over the stairs. But if you dream of being a handyman, a builder, or a renovator with a boat load of optimism, this could be a gre...

Economics

37 h. ago $3K worth of ice cream, milk stolen from Shoppers Drug Mart over 3 weeks

Between Aug. 8 and Aug. 30, Lethbridge police said a man went to a Shoppers Drug Mart in the Alberta city many times and stole 'significant quantities of ice cream and milk.'

Economics

38 h. ago Need advice? Call these older folks for tips on love, dating and moose hunting

The residents of Misericordia Place, a care home in Winnipeg, have decades worth of wisdom to offer. They’ve had successful careers and 57-year-long marriages. They have raised children and perfected their moose-hunting techniques. And this knowledge has inspired a new project from the residents: the Misericordia Place Life Advice Line. You can call 204-788-8060 and […]

Other

38 h. ago S&P/TSX composite declines ahead of rate decisions next week, U.S. markets mixed

TORONTO — Broad-based losses drove Canada’s main stock index to close lower on Friday, while U.S. markets were mixed ahead of key rate decisions next week from the U.S. Federal Reserve and the Bank of Canada. Dustin Reid, chief strategist for fixed income at Mackenzie Investments, said Friday’s trading session was a “bit of a […]

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40 h. ago Lethbridge man charged after repeatedly stealing milk, ice cream, say police

A Lethbridge teenager who allegedly stole over $2,000 worth of milk and ice cream last month from a downtown drug store now faces theft charges, police said Friday. Numerous times between Aug. 8 and 30, a male stole “significant quantities” of the dairy products from a Shoppers Drug Mart along the 500 block of 1 […]

Events

43 h. ago OC Transpo's Line 1 shut down for east extension testing this weekend

Line 1 service will not be available to passengers between Tunney's Pasture and Trim stations over the weekend.

Other

43 h. ago Bragg Gaming Group Secures New Debt Facilities and Provides Update on Cyber Breach

TORONTO — Bragg Gaming Group (NASDAQ: BRAG, TSX: BRAG) (“Bragg” or the “Company”), a leading global B2B iGaming content and technology provider, today announced it has entered into a new financing agreement with the Bank of Montreal (“BMO”), a leading North American financial institution, pursuant to which BMO has made available to the Company certain […]

Economics

43 h. ago Oncotelic Therapeutics Highlights 2 Years of Clinical and Regulatory Advancements Across Late

AGOURA HILLS, Calif., Sept. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — via IBN — Oncotelic Therapeutics, Inc. (OTCQB: OTLC) (“OTLC” or the “Company”),  a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing transformative oncology and immunotherapy treatments, today announces a summary of its major accomplishments over the past two years. These milestones underscore meaningful clinical progress and regulatory validation across the […]

Other

44 h. ago Saskatchewan government wanted ‘more ambitious list of projects’ from feds

Many Saskatchewan officials welcome the federal government's investment in a copper mine in the province but many are disappointed to find no new pipelines on the list.

Politics

45 h. ago Russia cuts interest rate to 17% as strains show in wartime economy

Russia’s central bank cut its benchmark interest rate Friday by one percentage point to 17%, a step that could support the economy as growth slows and spending on the war against Ukraine increases the budget deficit. The bank had raised its key rate as high as 21% to combat inflation, but has begun to retreat […]

Culture

46 h. ago Allied Nations Gather to Discuss Future of Multilateral Defence Security Financing

LONDON — The Defence, Security and Resilience Bank (DSRB) Development Group co-hosted an international conference in the City of London this week to discuss the creation of a new multilateral bank designed to bring capital market expertise to the frontlines of global security. The event at Mansion House, co-hosted by the Lord Mayor of London, […]

Events

46 h. ago FIRST READING: Here’s all the times the Liberals said they would build an oil pipeline

A curated list of 'major projects' released on Thursday by the Carney government conspicuously doesn't contain one

Other

46 h. ago Trump Says Losing Patience With Putin, Eying Bank, Oil Sanctions

US President Donald Trump said that his patience with Russian President Vladimir Putin was “running out fast” and threatened Moscow with new economic sanctions as efforts to broker ceasefire talks with Ukraine have faltered.

Politics

47 h. ago Lorne Gunter: Despite Smith's optimism, can't trust Carney on issues around oil 

The federal Liberals still hate Alberta oil. On Thursday, Prime Minister Mark Carney released his list of five national-priority projects. There is no pipeline in the bunch. Carney also released a list of projects to be considered for the next round of approvals. Again, no pipeline. There is nothing wrong with any of the projects […]

Events

48 h. ago Letters Friday, September 12, 2025: ‘Carney’s latest slap in Alberta’s face should be the last straw.’

Time to pack up Re: No Pipeline In Carney’s First Five Fast-Track Megaprojects, But Carbon Capture Under Consideration… Based on this revelation from Mark Carney, what’s taking Albertan leaders so long to pick-up on the hint? It’s an oblivious sign for Alberta to pack-up the bags and get out of Dodge on the next stagecoach […]

Transport

49 h. ago Next week’s decision could be a leap of faith for Bank of Canada

Robert McLister: Rate cuts only make sense if central bankers genuinely believe inflation will glide back to target

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