1 hour ago Unifor says former Canadian Auto Workers president Hargrove has died

Canada’s largest private-sector union says former Canadian Auto Workers president Buzz Hargrove has died. In a statement Sunday, Unifor says Basil “Buzz” Hargrove was “a beloved and iconic figure in Canada’s labour movement” who “was a tireless advocate for working people and a deeply respected leader.” Hargrove was national president of the CAW from 1992 […]

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3 h. ago Unifor says former Canadian Auto Workers president Buzz Hargrove has died

TORONTO — Canada’s largest private-sector union says former Canadian Auto Workers president Buzz Hargrove has died. In a statement Sunday, Unifor says Basil “Buzz” Hargrove was “a beloved and iconic figure in Canada’s labour movement” who “was a tireless advocate for working people and a deeply respected leader.” Hargrove was national president of the CAW […]

Society

5 h. ago Texas Rangers rookie Kumar Rocker chugs pickle juice and gets himself out of a pickle

ARLINGTON, Texas — Texas Rangers rookie Kumar Rocker kept a scoreless start intact by working through an eventful fifth inning that included downing three small bottles of pickle juice, the last of which resulted in a mound visit charged to a ball boy. The 25-year-old right-hander had already chugged two bottles of the dehydration-fighting juice […]

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5 h. ago Ahead of G7 summit, protesters gather at Calgary city hall to 'raise our voices'

Protesters with different objectives converge on city hall to air concerns ahead of world leaders' summit

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5 h. ago As Kananaskis locks down for the G7 summit, Banff carries on with its touristy vibe

It was hard to tell the G7 in Kananaskis had spilled over into Banff, where on its main street, a Mountie could be seen fraternizing with visitors, more of a tourist attraction than anything

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6 h. ago Xi Takes Push for Global Sway to Central Asia With Kazakh Visit

Chinese President Xi Jinping is heading to Kazakhstan for talks with Central Asian leaders, providing a counterpoint to a Group of Seven summit by visiting a vast region at the nexus of competing interests from Washington to Beijing.

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7 h. ago Blue Jays’ winning road trip tainted by a troublesome series sweep at the hands of the Philadelphia Phillies

There aren’t many times when a team comes home following a winning road trip and yet a sour taste lingers. It’s not what have you done lately, but rather what have you done recently. For the Jays, their recent stay in Philadelphia could not have gone any worse, this after a series win was produced […]

Transport

7 h. ago Councillor Chris Moise caught up in yet another naming controversy

They think the lack of consultation stinks. A group of neighbours are upset that their tiny green patch at Sumach and Shuter Sts. will soon bear a name from outside their community – one, they argue, that was imposed top-down by their ward councillor, Chris Moise. And while the City of Toronto’s official name makes […]

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7 h. ago Majority of GTA residents planning for staycations this summer, poll finds

A new poll from Silverware, an advanced hospitality technology company that examined GTA residents’ summer plans, found 56% planned to staycation in Toronto with 43% citing the U.S. political climate and travel concerns as their main reason for wanting to stay put. Other reasons for a staycation saw 35% saying they wanted to support local […]

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9 h. ago Italian art museum calls out visitors who sat on crystal chair and broke it

An art exhibit at Palazzo Maffei in Italy – a chair woven together using Swarovski crystals and foil – was damaged when museum visitors pretended to sit on it for photos.

Culture

9 h. ago Spanish locals shoot water at visitors in protests against mass tourism

Demonstrators marched in Barcelona and other tourist destinations in Spain to demand action as residents face a housing crunch and say their towns' local character is disappearing.

Events

11 h. ago Macron visits Greenland, criticizes Trump’s takeover threats on way to G7

Macron, who was visiting Greenland for the first time, said 'it means a lot to me ... to convey a message of friendship and solidarity from France and the European Union.'

Politics

12 h. ago NDP MPP Jessica Bell to Join WSIB Strike Picket Line in Toronto

TORONTO — NDP MPP for University–Rosedale, Jessica Bell, will join striking WSIB workers on the picket line at 200 Front Street West on Monday, June 16 at 11:15 a.m., in solidarity with 3,600 frontline members of the Ontario Compensation Employees Union (OCEU/CUPE 1750). Now entering four weeks on strike, OCEU members are calling for fair […]

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12 h. ago CGTN: From father to son: The enduring values guiding Xi Jinping

On Father’s Day, CGTN published an article discussing how the teachings and example set by Xi Jinping’s father have silently influenced his governance philosophy, particularly his firm stance on standing with the people and his emphasis on the importance of research and investigation. BEIJING, June 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — During a 2021 visit to […]

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12 h. ago Les Panthers sont près du but: Gagner le sixième match mène à la Coupe Stanley

Si les Panthers soulèvent la Coupe Stanley, mardi, ils vont donner raison aux statistiques qui en disent long sur le sixième match.

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13 h. ago Accused murderer arrested, Toronto cops seek second suspect in fatal shooting

Toronto Police have issued a warrant for an accused murderer, while revealing they’ve charged a second suspect in connection with a fatal shooting in Scarborough last week.Officers found a wounded man at a plaza in the Cedar Dr.-Eglinton Ave. area around 8:30 p.m. on June 9. The shooting victim —  Jordan Thompson, 33, of Toronto […]

Events

14 h. ago 2 killed and 32 injured after bridge collapses at tourist destination in western India

NEW DELHI — At least two people died and 32 others were injured after an iron bridge over a river collapsed on Sunday at a popular tourist destination in India’s western Maharashtra state, the state’s top elected official said. At least six people were hospitalized in critical condition, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis wrote on the […]

Society

20 h. ago Deachman: Red chairs and swimming holes — It's great to be In Ottawa this summer

Suddenly, there are all sorts of outdoor public places where people can just sit and relax in the nation's capital this summer.

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24 h. ago 'A frustrating game': Calgary Wild battle back from early deficit but fall to Toronto

After falling behind 2-0 early, a halftime chat sparks Calgary Wild FC. But they were only able to score one goal in a tough loss at McMahon Stadium.

Events

24 h. ago Chicken Caesar wraps making major comeback in Toronto and people are obsessed

Chicken Caesar wraps are having a real moment in Toronto right now, and the city's residents could not be more excited about it.I don't mean to toot my own horn, but I do pride myself on having a particularly adventurous palate. Whether it's slimy, briny, earthy, mushy, crunchy or spicy, I'll try it and, more often than not, can get behind it.With that said, there's something undeniably magical about the simple perfection of the almighty Chicken Caesar wrap that's kept it an immovable entry on my death row meal lineup for as long as I can remember.One small problem: for the longest time, the bastardized quasi-Italian delights were nearly impossible to find in the city. You'd think something so widely adored would be a staple on every menu from Scarborough to Etobicoke, but, as I learned while in the depths of some particularly severe cravings, that's just not the case.Maybe it's because they're 'kid food.' I don't care. I want Caes...

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