30 h. ago That time rock legend Jimi Hendrix was put on trial in Toronto

Toronto has seen its fair share of music stars roll through Pearson Airport over the decades, but no one has made an entrance quite like rock and roll legend Jimi Hendrix.Landing at Toronto International Airport (now Pearson) ahead of a sold-out 1969 show at Maple Leaf Gardens, Hendrix was stopped by customs for a suspicious substance found in his luggage.What followed was a surreal mix of courtroom drama, fan frenzy, and, despite the arrest, an unforgettable show from the legendary guitar god.The lead-upDetailed in the book Hendrix: Setting the Record Straight by John McDermott, it was on May 3, 1969, when Jimi Hendrix and the Experience came to Toronto from Detroit — where whispers of a drug bust surrounded them.Brushing off the suggestion of drug possession, the "Purple Haze" artist was pulled aside by security who suspected him of having "illicit substances" in his bag.After creating a mobile test lab, it was found that the substances in ...

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3 d. ago 'A senseless loss': Calgarians gather for vigil for Vancouver Lapu Lapu Day festival victims

'When you hear tragic events like this, it makes you want to hold your loved ones closer ... It really brings a sense of community stronger and bolder than ever'

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3 d. ago Calgary theatre community mourns loss of Jen Darbellay, killed in Vancouver festival tragedy: 'She really left an imprint'

Jen Darbellay's seven-year-old daughter and husband were also injured at the Lapu Lapu festival in Vancouver

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5 d. ago Canada's first Hard Rock Hotel has officially opened early in Ontario

While people in Ontario have gotten to experience a small taste of the Hard Rock brand through its themed restaurants in Niagara Falls and Toronto, the international hospitality name has just brought a whole new experience to locals through its first-ever Hard Rock Hotel on Canadian soil.And, the attraction has actually opened earlier than expected.As edgy as corporate can get, Hard Rock Hotels are known for their unique riff on glamorous accommodation. Each location is chock-full of one-of-a-kind music memorabilia, is home to robust live concert programming, and has "signature music amenities" that include in-room record players and guitar rentals.To complement an existing portfolio that ranges from all-inclusive resorts in beachy locales to hotels and casinos in major cities across the globe, Hard Rock has multiple new complexes on the go — including two here in Ontario.These are the Hard Rock Hotel London and Hard ...

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6 d. ago World reacts to Vancouver’s deadly vehicle attack at Lapu Lapu Day: 'Utterly tragic loss of life'

Leaders in Canada and around the world are sending their condolences to Vancouver after a car drove into a crowd of people, killing 9. Here's what they are saying:

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1 week ago Maple Leafs WAGs rocking custom jackets, bracelets for playoffs

Leafs' partners aren't only ones in league sporting custom digs

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1 week ago B.C. Catholics react to death of Pope Francis: 'A beacon of hope'

The archdiocese of Vancouver was among those mourning the loss of the church's first Latin American pontiff, who died on Easter Monday

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1 week ago Many in B.C. laud Pope Francis, but his death renews calls to advance reconciliation

The archdiocese of Vancouver was among those mourning the loss of the church's first Latin American pontiff, who died on Easter Monday

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2 w. ago 'We are opening the floodgates': Vancouver councillors raise alarms about loss of SRO units

Dan Fumano: For Granville Street's Clifton Hotel, city staff recommended a $1.1 million cash payment for the conversion — about 95 per cent less than what council could impose.

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2 w. ago ‘Ready for the challenge’: Three Takeaways as Flames keep playoff hopes alive with win over Sharks

Yegor Sharangovich tallied twice and Dustin Wolf came up clutch as the Flames defeated the Sharks, improving to 4-0-2 in their past six.

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3 w. ago Toronto Rock’s slim playoffs hopes go down in flames with loss to Vancouver Warriors

The Vancouver Warriors are heading to the National Lacrosse League playoffs on a mission. The Warriors (10-7) qualified for just its second post-season appearance since relocating from Washington State to British Columbia 11 seasons ago with a 12-10 win over the Toronto Rock at Paramount Fine Foods Centre on Friday. And judging how well they […]

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3 w. ago CONCERT REVIEW: 50 years later Heart holds up as Seattle rockers play Toronto

Heart Thursday night Coca-Cola Coliseum RATING: ***1/2 (3.5 out of four) ***** You can’t keep a good woman down. In this case, Heart’s formidable lead singer Ann Wilson, who not only recently emerged from a successful battle with cancer – thus sporting short grey hair instead of her usual long brown locks- but also broke […]

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3 w. ago 'If they don't know, that's really scary:' B.C. Conservatives take aim at NDP over loss of carbon tax revenue

Finance critic Peter Milobar said debate on budget estimates should be paused until province shows how it will make up $1.8 billion loss.

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3 w. ago Letters to the Sun: We need local pools we can walk or cycle to

Re. Loss of 50-metre pool part of Vancouver park board’s trend of reducing aquatic facilities Professor Scott Lear made some valuable points about people (especially children) needing swimming pools to keep fit and healthy. However I was disappointed that he didn’t mention the enormous needs for outdoor pools that people can walk or cycle to. […]

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3 w. ago Hydreight Technologies Partners with Renowned Endocrinologist Dr. Franklin Joseph to Bring Globally Successful Weight Loss Brand to the U.S. via VSDHOne Platform

Partnership combines Dr. Frank’s Proven GLP-1 Weight-Loss Method with Hydreight’s Innovative Telehealth Platform, Targeting the U.S. Weight Loss Market VANCOUVER, British Columbia and LAS VEGAS, April 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Hydreight Technologies Inc. (TSXV: NURS) (OTCQB: HYDTF) (FSE: SO6), a fast-growing digital health platform transforming mobile and telehealth services in the U.S., is thrilled […]

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3 w. ago Toronto rock legend Neil Young attends U.S. protest with 'hands off Canada' sign

Canadian celebrities residing in the United States are starting to speak up in support of their home country, with rock and roll legend Neil Young the latest homegrown talent standing up to U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs and annexation threats.The 79-year-old rocker — one of the few artists to hold the distinction of being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice — was spotted at a protest in the Los Angeles suburb of Thousand Oaks, California.Young was one of thousands to take part in the protest on Saturday, which was one of several organized demonstrations held as part of the Hands Off! National Day of Action.Over 2,000 attended Saturday's demonstration in Thousand Oaks, far exceeding the 1,300 protestors expected by organizers.Among the throngs who attended, the Canadian music icon blended in with the pack with the help of a "Hands Off Canada" sign.While Young has an estimated net worth in the vicinity of $200 million, the Rockin' in the Free World s...

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4 w. ago Mets slugger Juan Soto rocks Blue Jays rookie after Kevin Gausman given the hook

Presumably, John Schneider saw something to suggest that his rookie pitcher Mason Fluharty was better equipped to get the Blue Jays out of an inning that wasn’t even a jam yet. Perhaps the book on the Mets hitters strongly suggested that lefty Fluharty was better equipped to retire Juan Soto than veteran starter Kevin Gausman, […]

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4 w. ago Slugger Juan Soto feasts on Blue Jays rookie after Kevin Gausman given the hook in Mets win

Presumably, manager John Schneider saw something to suggest that rookie Mason Fluharty was better-equipped to get the Blue Jays out of an inning that wasn’t even a jam yet. Even though the young lefty has yet to prove he’s big-league material. Perhaps the book on the New York Mets hitters strongly suggested that because of […]

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