2 h. ago Father of Tesla Cybertruck crash victim files lawsuit over death

The family of one of three college students who died in a Cybertruck crash in California filed a lawsuit in a bid to gain access to the Tesla Inc. truck and better understand how their daughter died. The driver and two passengers were killed while they were on Thanksgiving break in late November when the […]

Events

3 h. ago Alijah Arenas, son of former NBA player Gilbert Arenas. injured in L.A. car crash

LOS ANGELES — Alijah Arenas, a Los Angeles high school basketball star who’s committed to playing for the University of Southern California next season, was in an accident early Thursday, the university said. The Los Angeles Police Department said officers responded shortly before 5 a.m. to single-vehicle collision in the Reseda area of the San […]

Events

6 h. ago Dow delays construction of Path2Zero project in Fort Saskatchewan

Amid global economic uncertainty and an ever-changing geopolitical landscape, Dow's Q1 earnings report signals a slowdown in spending.

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6 h. ago Valero Signals Another California Refinery’s Future In Doubt

Valero Energy Corp. took a $1.1 billion writedown on its California oil refineries, casting doubt on the company’s future as a fuelmaker in the most-populous US state.

Other

6 h. ago Canada’s cybersecurity crisis isn’t a lack of talent — it’s a lack of experience

Why the future of our digital safety hinges on building real-world, hands-on cyber skills

Events

7 h. ago Man given five months in U.S. jail for smuggling people across border from B.C.

SEATTLE — The U.S. District Attorney’s office in Seattle says a 27-year-old man has been sentenced to five months in jail for helping smuggle eight Indian nationals across the border between British Columbia and Washington state. It says Rajat Rajat, an Indian citizen who lives in California, was indicted alongside three other people. The office […]

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10 h. ago Temitope Oriola: Conservatives' promised three strikes law tough on taxpayers

In 1994, the State of California passed a three strikes law to combat the menace of hardened criminal recidivists. The proposition was simple: A third felony conviction would lead to an automatic minimum of 25 years in prison. The provision was passed following a referendum with 72-per-cent public support. This was a brilliant attempt at […]

Economics

11 h. ago Frank and Oak closing all retail stores including these Toronto locations

If you're looking for a deal on new clothing, this Canadian fashion retailer might be the place to look, given its future.Montreal-based Frank and Oak is closing all 14 of its retail stores in Ontario, Quebec, and BC and selling its intellectual property, according to new court documents. The news comes just three months after Frank and Oak filed for creditor protection with around $71 million in debt.In a document posted online, Frank and Oak's parent company, UGC Canada Holdings Inc., stated that on April 15, the Superior Court of Quebec approved a motion for the sale of certain assets, an authorization to proceed with the liquidation process, and other orders. Now, UGC Canada Holdings Inc. will be liquidating the company's inventory (including furniture, fixtures, and equipment) across all brick-and-mortar stores. As a result, three Toronto locations, including those at The Well (486 Front St.), Queen West, and the Eaton Centre, will be shuttered.Court ...

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11 h. ago FLAMES MAILBAG: Draft targets, trading up and who will the backup goalie be?

Could the Flames move up for Michael Misa? What does the future hold for Connor Zary? Postmedia’s beat writers weigh in on that, and more

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15 h. ago Vancouver hubs create vibrant arts and cultural community — but can they survive?

The challenges facing the arts at the moment mean artist-run spaces are all having to revisit their plans

Culture

16 h. ago Parker: Bird Construction transforming SAIT with construction of Taylor Family Campus Centre

SAIT and the Taylor family have a shared vision for a future where students have access to all support needed to realize their full potential

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23 h. ago Calgary Hitmen's upturn campaign ends with crushing Game 7 loss to Lethbridge Hurricanes

The future looks brighter than perhaps ever for the Calgary Hitmen. It’s just too bad that look-ahead will have to wait until next year after their Western Hockey League season ended Wednesday evening. A 3-1 home loss to the visiting Lethbridge Hurricanes in Game 7 of the WHL’s Eastern Conference semifinal halted what was an […]

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23 h. ago Spain Signals Openness to Nuclear Phaseout Talks With Utilities

Spain is signaling for the first time that it’s open to reconsidering the shutdown of nuclear plants over the next decade amid a global revival of atomic energy.

Science

26 h. ago Southern Alberta tourism industry records strong numbers in 2024

Local tourist attractions in southern Alberta have benefitted from changes in habits, creating an excitement around the future of the industry.

Sport

29 h. ago Experts eye the future at Canada's largest hydrogen convention in Edmonton

Although domestic politics have slowed Canada's growth as a hydrogen-exporting country, international turmoil with the U.S. could actually help it.

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29 h. ago Michael McLeod summoned world junior teammates to hotel room: Crown

The text message went out to the boys on the team like a bat-signal to come to Michael McLeod’s room.

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32 h. ago Amid backlash, Canadian regulators pause diversity and climate disclosure projects

The CSA expects to revisit the two paused projects “in future years” and may then finalize new rules and amendments

Society

33 h. ago U.S. trade policies cast shadow of uncertainty over Canadian forestry industry

U.S. President Donald Trump’s shifting trade policies are creating uncertainty for the Canadian forestry industry. Sean McLaren, president and chief executive of West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd., says the potential inflationary effects of tariffs could weigh on future demand. “Looking forward, we see considerable macroeconomic uncertainty, particularly stemming from the U.S. administration’s evolving tariff policies,” […]

Economics

36 h. ago Stanford receiver Elic Ayomanor projected as top Canadian for 2025 NFL draft

NFL Network draft analyst Daniel Jeremiah figures Canadians Elic Ayomanor, Kurtis Rourke and Taylor Elgersma will need a little patience before learning where their NFL futures lie. All three are available for the ’25 NFL draft, which begins Thursday night in Green Bay, Wisc., with opening-round selections. Second- and third-round picks will be made Friday […]

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37 h. ago Signes religieux interdits dans les CPE: seules les futures éducatrices seraient visées pour éviter des bris de services

Seules les futures éducatrices seraient visées si Québec étend l’interdiction du port de signes religieux aux CPE, pour éviter des bris de services.

Society