1 hour 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.

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2 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...

Politics

2 h. ago Stunning $5.5 million Toronto mansion looks like it could double as an art gallery

While normally I don't believe in love at first sight, this Toronto house at 12 Misty Cres. had me at "hello."This bold, 5,000-square-foot modern masterpiece is serving next-level luxury, and honestly, it's just really, really pretty.With its striking architectural lines, soaring ceilings, private elevator, and fully integrated indoor-outdoor living, it's less "house" and more "art installation you can live in."The foyer. The pared-down interiors are ideal for showcasing a serious art collection, with expansive walls that make the space feel more like a gallery than a home.The dining room. Listed for serious design lovers, this fully renovated mansion doesn't hold back.The living room. You’re greeted by a grand foyer that flows into a massive living room with double-height ceilings and a floor-to-ceiling window that's straight-up cinematic.The balcony. It opens onto a sprawling balcony in the treetops &...

Economics

3 h. ago Louprint races to North America Cup glory at Woodbine Mohawk Park

Louprint and driver Ronnie Wrenn Jr. needed every inch to earn their North America Cup glory. The pair faced a stiff challenge from 53-1 long-shot Madden Oaks to win the $1-million classic at Woodbine Mohawk Park on Saturday in 1:47 1/5, smashing the stakes record. “I’m dreaming right now,” Wrenn said. “This is really special.” […]

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6 h. ago Boyfriend, 38, charged after victim, 21, found stabbed in Oshawa

One person is recovering in hospital and a 38-year-old man is facing charges following a Saturday morning stabbing in Oshawa. Durham Regional Police said officers from Central East Division responded at approximately 11:40 a.m. to a stabbing call in the area of Oxford St. and Wentworth St. W. According to police, officers found a 21-year-old […]

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7 h. ago Blue Jays in danger of getting swept in Philadelphia following five straight series wins

No one is about to push the panic button, but some might be inclined following two straight losses when the Blue Jays’ offence was conspicuous by its silence. Win five series in a row and expectations are automatically raised, series against inferior and superior opposition when the Jays’ bats were brimming with confidence. A sweep […]

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9 h. ago Rory McIlroy breaks major media silence: ‘I’ve earned the right to do whatever’

OAKMONT, Pa. — For the first time in seven major championship rounds, Rory McIlroy addressed the media afterwards, and he’d apparently been saving up for a while. “It’s more a frustration with you guys,” he said after shooting a four-over 74 on Saturday, before softening his stance. “Yeah, I don’t know,” he added. “I have, […]

Politics

9 h. ago U.K. to hold national inquiry into organized child sexual abuse

LONDON — The British government announced Saturday it will hold a national inquiry into organized child sexual abuse, something it has long been pressured to do by opposition politicians — and Elon Musk. Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he would accept a recommendation from an independent reviewer for a judge-led inquiry with the power to […]

Society

10 h. ago ‘Jaws’ turns 50: Dissecting the scariest two notes in film history

Duhhhh-nuh. Duhh-nuh. Duh-nuh. Duhnuh duhnuh duhnuh … If you grew up with brothers and some form of pool access in the 1980s, you probably played Jaws. Our version went something like this: One brother (the meal) treads water; another (the shark) swims around the depths of the deep end, waiting to strike; and a third […]

Culture

11 h. ago Canada’s Gabriel Diallo upsets Ugo Humbert, advances to Libema Open final

‘S-HERTOGENBOSCH — Canada’s Gabriel Diallo has chalked up another upset en route to the Libema Open final. The 23-year-old Diallo defeated No. 2 seed Ugo Humbert of France 6-3, 7-6 (4) in Saturday’s semifinal. Diallo also took out No. 3 seed Karen Khachanov of Russia in Friday’s quarterfinal to advance into Saturday’s match. The six-foot-eight Montreal […]

Sport

11 h. ago F1 drivers praise Canadian Grand Prix racetrack: ’One of my favourite’

MONTREAL — Lewis Hamilton has one race at the top of his list. Nothing compares to competing at Silverstone — his home track — for the seven-time world champion. The Canadian Grand Prix, however, ranks a close second. “One of my favourite Grands Prix,” the Ferrari driver said. “‘One of my favourite fan experiences.” Hamilton […]

Transport

11 h. ago Corey Conners injured at U.S. Open: ‘I didn’t think he was going to play the rest of the way’

OAKMONT, Pa. — For the second time this week at Oakmont, Corey Conners hurt his right wrist hitting a bunker shot at the U.S. Open. After a sizzling start to Saturday’s third round that saw the Canadian star vault his way onto the leaderboard with a front nine 32, Conners injured his wrist — actually […]

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12 h. ago Will rain sink Oakmont’s ability to punish players at U.S. Open on weekend?

OAKMONT, Pa. — The story of this U.S. Open isn’t simply how hard Oakmont is playing, it’s how hard it’s playing considering the course has been fighting Mother Nature all spring. At any other major championship venue, there would be worry from organizers, media, and club members that a wet golf course would be caught […]

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12 h. ago How much more rain is coming for U.S. Open on weekend at Oakmont?

OAKMONT, Pa. — The story of this U.S. Open isn’t simply how hard Oakmont is playing, it’s how hard it’s playing considering the course has been fighting Mother Nature all spring. After a very wet spring and early week downpours, another 25mm of rain fell overnight from Friday to Saturday. There is another 25mm potential […]

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14 h. ago GOLDSTEIN: Liberals’ clean energy crusade has been a super disaster

The U.S. has cut emissions at almost double Canada's rate, without imposing a national carbon tax

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14 h. ago CHAUDHRI: Terminations can be hard to fight – even for the powerful

I usually like to tie my columns to court cases or news events but today I will share a fictional story with raw employment undertones. In the new television show Your Friends and Neighbors, John Hamm plays a fictional character Andrew Cooper, a brilliant hedge fund manager with a Princeton pedigree. Despite his status and […]

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15 h. ago PM Carney says he has no plans to tackle 24 Sussex question during his mandate

OTTAWA — Almost a decade after 24 Sussex Drive was abandoned as the official residence of the Canadian prime minister, taxpayers are still shelling out tens of thousands of dollars a year to maintain the vacant property, and the new prime minister has signalled he’s in no rush to deal with the crumbling building. Prime […]

Transport

15 h. ago British PM Keir Starmer visiting Ottawa before joining G7 leaders in Alberta

OTTAWA — British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is visiting Ottawa today ahead of the G7 leaders’ summit in Alberta. The summit starts Sunday against a backdrop of mounting tensions and violence in the Middle East triggered by Israel’s attack on Iranian missile and nuclear sites on Friday. Prime Minister Mark Carney, who is hosting the […]

Politics

15 h. ago As Trump heads to the G7, Canada hopes to avoid another Charlevoix

OTTAWA — U.S. President Donald Trump is set to arrive Sunday in Alberta for the G7 summit — his first visit to Canada since leaving in a huff seven years ago. Ottawa could use everything from golfing and creative scheduling to special cabinet orders to make the visit successful and avoid a repeat diplomatic disaster. […]

Politics

15 h. ago Death toll in Air India crash climbs to 270 as search teams find more bodies

AHMEDABAD, India —  Search and recovery teams continued scouring the site of one of India’s worst aviation disasters for a third day after the Air India flight fell from the sky and killed at least 270 people in Gujarat state, officials said Saturday. The London-bound Boeing 787 struck a medical college hostel in a residential […]

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