5 h. ago What ’Conclave’ the movie got right — and wrong — about real

Speculation surrounding a conclave to elect a pope is a time-honoured tradition. But for the impending conclave following the death of Pope Francis, the ranks of armchair Vatican experts have swelled thanks to Hollywood. “Conclave” the film, a moody 2024 political thriller, introduced many laypeople to the ancient selection process with its arcane rules and […]

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17 h. ago Browns bring in Journey for a concert before the start of the NFL draft

CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Browns took a Journey to the first night of the NFL draft. As if having a top-five pick didn’t create enough interest, the Browns decided to reward their season ticket holders by bringing in Journey for a concert at Huntington Bank Field before the picks began. Brent Rossi, the Browns’ chief […]

Culture

19 h. ago Trump pardons Nevada politician who paid for her plastic surgery with funds to honour a slain officer

LAS VEGAS (AP) — President Donald Trump has pardoned a Nevada Republican politician who was awaiting sentencing on federal charges that she used money meant for a statue honouring a slain police officer for personal costs, including plastic surgery. Michele Fiore, a former Las Vegas city councilwoman and state lawmaker who ran unsuccessfully in 2022 […]

Politics

21 h. ago Cherry blossoms, Earth Day and more beautiful things to honour this weekend in GTA

It’s the last weekend of April — can you believe it? The Maple Leafs will be in Ottawa to play the Senators in Game 4 on Saturday night, but there will be a tailgate party in Maple Leaf Square at Scotiabank Arena, with the game being played on the outdoor big screen. And while there […]

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23 h. ago May is Brain Cancer Awareness Month: Illuminate the Fight Against One of the Most Lethal Cancers

TORONTO, April 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — This May, Brain Cancer Canada (BCC) and communities across the country prepare to rally for Brain Cancer Awareness Month. Dedicated to supporting those impacted by brain cancer, the community goes “Grey In May” to honour and support families affected by brain cancers. Despite decades of research, malignant brain […]

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25 h. ago Toronto's foremost cherry blossom expert is getting honoured by Japan

Toronto's most iconic cherry blossom expert is getting his well-deserved flowers as he receives a special honour from Matsunaga Takeshi, Consul-General of Japan.It's almost impossible to discuss Toronto's breathtaking High Park cherry blossoms without the city's resident sakura expert, who fittingly goes by the name Sakura Steve online, entering the discourse.Steven Joniak, the man behind Sakura in High Park, has been Toronto's (and blogTO's) source for cherry blossom updates ever since he launched his website in 2012, supplementing his journey with extensive research on the trees.To date, Steve is the foremost authority for Toronto residents keen to catch the peak bloom every year, providing weekly updates and, at times, braving less-than-ideal conditions from March to May as the trees progress.While Steve has certainly earned his fair share of recognition over the years, he's now about to receive an official honour for all of his contributions...

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42 h. ago Alberta woman shares expensive, ‘devastating’ fertility journey in hopes of helping others

Breanne Irving, 36, has always wanted to be a mom and has spent over $50,000 on fertility treatments — a process she wishes she'd started sooner and wants others to be aware of.

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45 h. ago ’To honour him’: Canadian Bishops, Metis leader attending funeral for Pope Francis

Donald Bolen, the archbishop of Regina, is travelling to Vatican City for Saturday’s funeral of Pope Francis — a journey, he says, is to honour a pontiff who mirrored his vision and his compassion. “When (Francis) put out a book called ‘The Name of God is Mercy,’ I smiled. Because my episcopal motto is ‘mercy […]

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46 h. ago Bianca Andreescu cruises into second round at Madrid Open with win over Kessler

Bianca Andreescu made a triumphant return to WTA 1000-level tennis Wednesday with a 6-2, 6-4 win over McCartney Kessler of the United States in first-round action at the Madrid Open. The 24-year-old from Mississauga, Ont., converted all four break-point chances against Kessler. The American was far less opportunistic, making just one of her eight break-point […]

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47 h. ago Cartier Resources Closes Offering with Paradigm Capital and Concurrent Offering for Aggregate Gross Proceeds of $11,398,596

THIS NEWS RELEASE IS NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES VAL-D’OR, Québec, April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cartier Resources Inc. (TSX-V: ECR) (“Cartier” or the “Corporation”) is pleased to announce that it has closed its previously announced private placement with Paradigm Capital Inc. (the “Agent”) for aggregate […]

Economics

48 h. ago Polar bears to stay cool at Winnipeg zoo thanks to $1.2M grant: province

Environment minister Mike Moyes announced Wednesday that a $1.2 million grant has been earmarked for the Assiniboine Park Conservancy and the zoo's Journey to Churchill exhibit.

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2 d. ago New cruise departing from Ontario port will visit two breathtaking castles

All aboard! City Cruises Gananoque has launched a brand-new cruise experience, and this one offers views of the beautiful Boldt Castle and Singer Castle.The Ontario cruise line is the oldest in Canada, kicking off its 2025 season with a list of cruises "through the archipelago where Lake Ontario meets the St. Lawrence River, including the newly introduced Two Castle 1000 Islands Cruise departing from Ivy Lea."The City Cruises Gananoque port at Ivy Lea can be found off the 1000 Islands Parkway in the village of Ivy Lea, just under three hours by car from Toronto and 30 minutes by car from Kingston.    View this post on Instagram           A post shared by City Cruises Canada (@citycruisescanada)"Taking a cruise through the 1000 Islands is a must-do experience," says Mory DiMaurizio, Chief Operating Officer of City Cruises Canada. ""By adding the Two Castle cruise to our offerings,...

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2 d. ago ‘Unrecognizable’ NFL draft bust couldn’t fit in cop car after arrest, police say 

Justin Blackmon reportedly was unable to fit in the back of a police cruiser after he was arrested for alleged public intoxication.

Events

3 d. ago You can pick your own tulips at this Ontario farm starting this weekend

The ultimate spring activity is almost here. All over Ontario, U-pick farms are gearing up to display their blooms so people can bring them home, pose with them for photo opportunities or simply stroll through the fields and take in the sights.The JP Niagara Tulip Experience is just an hour and a half from Toronto, and soon, over two million tulips will be ready to go."The JP Niagara Tulip Farm will take you on a journey that you won’t forget, and leave you feeling inspired by our sea of tulips. Our field is comprised of two million tulips with over 120 varieties to choose from," says The JP Tulip Experience.The first date visitors can book is this Friday, April 25, 2025. Each adult ticket costs $21.48 and comes with 10 tulips. Tickets for children under 13 cost $18.08 for 10 tulips, while children under two are free.Be sure to grab your tickets ahead of time online, as they can't be purchased at the door.If you're over 19 and want to upgrade your experi...

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3 d. ago Downtown Edmonton's Manulife Place gets a new name with new tenant

Downtown Edmonton’s iconic 36-storey Manulife Place, located at 10180 101 St., will be renamed National Bank Centre to honour the bank’s growing presence in the building, as the recently acquired Canadian Western Bank moves in. “This move is a testament to Edmonton’s significance in our growth strategy, and our presence in Western Canada as we […]

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3 d. ago Canada Soccer to honour veteran Desiree Scott at May friendly in her native Winnipeg

Canada will play a pair of women’s soccer friendlies against Haiti in Winnipeg and Montreal in FIFA’s May-June international window. The May 31 game at Princess Auto Stadium in Winnipeg has been dubbed a “special celebration match honouring the extraordinary international career” of veteran midfielder Desiree Scott, a native Winnipegger who has announced her international […]

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3 d. ago Burt’s Bees on sustainable beauty—and why it matters more than ever

In honour of Earth Day, we spoke to Abena Antwi, product designer and chemist of Burt's Bees, about what sustainability really looks like in the beauty industry.

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3 d. ago Archbishops of Toronto, Montreal to hold mass for Pope Francis

Canada's newest cardinal will lead a mass in honour of Pope Francis this afternoon.

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4 d. ago Tom Wilson : «C’est une équipe rapide qui est très talentueuse, mais il y a des gars qui peuvent jouer de manière robuste»

Une fois les séries éliminatoires commencées, l’aspect physique joue un rôle encore plus important qu’en saison régulière.

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5 d. ago Ottawa Senators excited to suit up for NHL playoffs for first time in 8 years

It's been a long, often challenging and frustrating journey for the Senators to reach this point.

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