89 m. ago Qatar positions itself as ‘capital of sports’ to hit 2030 tourism goal ahead of schedule

International tourist arrivals surged to 5.1 million last year, up 25% from 2023

Sport

2 h. ago Get in Mom's good books: Here are 10 Lower Mainland brunch ideas for Mother's Day

From mimosa flights and salmon bennies to tulip digs and photo booths, here are 10 places to treat your mom this weekend

Other

17 h. ago U.S. tourist impaled on fence while trying to take photo of Colosseum

An American tourist was impaled on the metal fence at Rome’s Colosseum while trying to climb the barrier to snap a photo. According to multiple Italian news outlets, the sickening incident happened Friday. The unidentified 47-year-old man, who is also a resident of Taiwan, was found hanging on the metal bars at the Piazza del […]

Society

21 h. ago Associated Press finds ‘no definitive evidence’ to change credit for famous Vietnam War photo

Months after the release of a film that questions who took an iconic Vietnam War image of a naked girl running from a napalm attack, The Associated Press said Tuesday it had found “no definitive evidence” to warrant changing a nearly 52-year-old photo credit. The AP released a 96-page report — its second examination in […]

Economics

38 h. ago Accused Vancouver seawall attacker remains in hospital, lawyer says

A scheduled court appearance for the man accused of brutally attacking a tourist on Vancouver's seawall last month was adjourned Monday because he remains in hospital.

Events

42 h. ago 5 RCMP cruisers destroyed in trackhoe rampage, Alberta man charged

A stolen trackhoe rampage left a business fence and five RCMP cruisers destroyed, and now a suspect accused of previously threatening police is facing even more charges.

Other

46 h. ago 10 dead after tourist boats capsize in China during sudden storm

More than 80 people fell into a river when strong winds hit the scenic area in Guizhou province late Sunday afternoon, state broadcaster CCTV said.

Society

51 h. ago Canada has updated its travel advisories for a bunch of popular vacation spots

While planning your vacation, make sure to check if Canada has issued a travel advisory for your destination.Several tourist hotspots worldwide are currently under travel advisories for various reasons, from safety risks to political instability. So, before you book, stay up-to-date by regularly checking the Travel Advice and Advisories website to ensure you travel safely outside Canada.If you're travelling abroad, it's also important to note that you can register for the Registration of Canadians Abroad (ROCA). It's a free and confidential service that informs Canadian citizens outside the country of an emergency abroad or a personal emergency at home.Whether you're a Canadian travelling or living abroad, signing up for the service ensures you'll receive the latest updates. Also, carry contact information for the Canadian government offices abroad in the countries you plan to visit.These are the latest travel advisories from the government of Cana...

Other

4 d. ago Toronto's artificial peninsula set to keep growing for decades

Toronto's man-made peninsula, the Leslie Street Spit, is still growing, and will be for the next few decades to come as dredged material from the city's harbour continues to be deposited along its shoreline.Created in 1959 by the Toronto Harbour Commissioners (THC), now PortsToronto, for "port-related facilities," the Leslie Street Spit's expected use as an outer harbour port never panned out, yet the landform has expanded significantly through millions of cubic metres of concrete, earth fill, and dredged sand, and today supports Tommy Thompson Park.The artificial peninsula extends five kilometres into Lake Ontario and is over 500 hectares in size. The park is home to some of the largest existing natural habitats on the Toronto waterfront, and includes wildflower meadows, cottonwood forests, cobble beaches, and coastal marshes.Aerial view of the Leslie Street Spit in 1975. Photo: Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA).It's also become on...

Culture

4 d. ago Toronto Public Health warns of possible measles exposure at major tourist attraction

Toronto Public Health said that on Monday, April 21, someone with a case of measles had visited Ripley's Aquarium, beside the CN Tower. 

Politics

5 d. ago Police release photo of 2012 Honda Civic believed to be tied to February homicide

Edmonton police have released photographs of a vehicle tied to a February homicide in hopes that someone familiar with it and its occupants will come forward. Police responded at 8:49 p.m. on Feb. 18 to reports of multiple gunshots in the area near 41 Avenue and Chappelle Road in southwest Edmonton, EPS said in a […]

Events

5 d. ago Drivers defy Pearson airport by parking on roadside awaiting passengers

Toronto Pearson International Airport is reminding people picking up arriving passengers not to park on the roadside in a not-so-subtle way. On Tuesday, Pearson posted a photo on its X account of many cars parked on the curb underneath a large sign that reads: “No waiting on curbs. $85 fine.” Beneath the photo, the airport […]

Transport

7 d. ago Neil deGrasse Tyson appears to mock Trump fans with red hat conundrum

Neil deGrasse Tyson sparked outrage online from left-leaning followers after appearing to mock supporters of Donald Trump. The American astrophysicist and writer, who boasts millions of followers across his social media accounts, shared a photo Monday of himself holding four red hats, including the U.S. president’s signature “Make America Great Again” ballcap. “Decisions, Decisions,” he […]

Politics

7 d. ago AGAR: City fails to realize coyotes are vicious predators, not my ‘neighbour’

Toronto is a sanctuary city. No one is happier than your neighbour, Wile E. Coyote. City Hall posted signs featuring a photo of coyotes in a city park under the headline, “I am your coyote neighbour.” “Urban greenspace is an important habitat for me. I struggle to keep my family safe from dogs and humans.” […]

Other

9 d. ago Shooting in South Carolina tourist town of Myrtle Beach leaves 11 wounded, police fatally shoot 1

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. — A shooting in the popular South Carolina tourist town of Myrtle Beach left 11 people wounded, and police fatally shot one person, authorities said. Myrtle Beach officers responded to a disturbance involving multiple individuals Saturday night in which someone began firing a weapon. In a statement, the department said that “based […]

Events

1 week ago Postmedia Calgary receives three honours at National Newspaper Awards

Journalism plaudits for news photo, editorial cartoon and special series on inflation

Society

1 week ago Vancouver man accused of attacking Toronto tourist out on bail — again

The Vancouver man who was out on bail when he allegedly battered a Toronto woman is already back on the streets. Postmedia News reports that, according to court records, Peterhans Jalo Nungu, who was arrested immediately after the nighttime attack on April 15, was given an interim release during a court appearance on Wednesday. Nungu […]

Society

1 week ago Pedro Pascal calls J.K. Rowling ‘heinous loser’ after her U.K. Supreme Court ruling post

After the ruling, Rowling posted a photo of herself smoking a cigar and holding a drink, with the caption 'I love it when a plan comes together. #SupremeCourt #WomensRights.'

Other

1 week ago BetterAlt and The Vitamin Shoppe Forge Partnership to Broaden Premium Wellness Selection

Ayurvedic wellness company BetterAlt joins forces with The Vitamin Shoppe to introduce five top-selling products to 689 stores nationwide. This partnership connects BetterAlt’s digital-savvy brand with The Vitamin Shoppe’s health-focused customers, widening the availability of quality Ayurvedic wellness products. Photo Courtesy of BetterAlt NEW YORK, April 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — BetterAlt, a fast-growing health […]

Politics

1 week ago Family of man accused in Vancouver seawall tourist attack ‘devastated’ by events

His mother, Nungu Magdalene, told Global News that her son was in a "mentally ill condition" on Sunday and they called the police to help take him to the hospital.

Society