65 m. ago Scientists discover an ancient whale with a Pokemon face and a predator bite

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Long before whales were majestic, gentle giants, some of their prehistoric ancestors were tiny, weird and feral. A chance discovery of a 25 million-year-old fossil on an Australian beach has allowed paleontologists to identify a rare, entirely new species that could unlock mysteries of whale evolution. Researchers this week officially […]

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71 m. ago Air Canada, flight attendants enter final day before strike deadline

It’s the final day before a potential work stoppage could ground all Air Canada and Air Canada Rouge flights. More than 10,000 flight attendants are poised to walk off the job around 1 a.m. ET on Saturday, followed by a company-imposed lockout if the two sides can’t reach an eleventh-hour deal. Air Canada said it […]

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2 h. ago T1 Energy and Corning Deal Accelerates ‘Made in America’ Solar Momentum

Landmark supply agreement catalyzes scalable, cost-competitive U.S. solar supply chain, supporting thousands of jobs and advancing energy security AUSTIN, Texas and CORNING, N.Y., Aug. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — T1 Energy Inc. (NYSE: TE) (“T1,” “T1 Energy,” or the “Company”) and Corning Incorporated (“Corning,” NYSE: GLW) today announced a strategic commercial agreement that boosts the […]

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6 h. ago Is this finally the goaltender the Edmonton Oilers have long been looking for?

The Top 20 countdown of our 2025 Cult of Hockey Prospect Series begins today. These are the twenty young men in the system right now who are closest to making an impact with the big club. A friendly reminder: Players only fall off the list once they: -Make the NHL -Get dealt to a different […]

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10 h. ago Hearing on constitutionality of Alberta separation question to proceed: judge

‘A referendum on Alberta independence that could lead to the breakup of Canada is serious business,’ the judge said

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12 h. ago PNE opens this weekend with a big heaping scoop of Canadiana

An all-Canadian lineup of food vendors, an international sandcastle competition and a display of First World War howitzers among this year's highlights

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13 h. ago What’s a Blue Jays TV rally killer? Another Apple game on Friday to bounce Sportsnet coverage

The Blue Jays are the hottest ticket in town and it’s not even close — now that the red-hot, first-place team is riding a sellout streak of 13 consecutive games at the Rogers Centre and is drawing massive ratings numbers for their corporate sister, Sportsnet. Buck Martinez is back, adding another welcome and familiar touch […]

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14 h. ago Inflation or jobs: Federal Reserve officials are divided over competing concerns

WASHINGTON (AP) — One major question will be front and center for Federal Reserve policymakers as they prepare for an annual conference in Jackson, Wyoming next week and a crucial policy meeting in September: Which is a bigger problem for the economy right now, stubborn inflation or slower hiring? Weak job gains since April have […]

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16 h. ago Colby Cosh: It’s cute to think Parliament has any say over Criminal Code

Even if Liberals support Conservative bill to remove immigration status from sentencing, its hard to believe courts would allow it

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16 h. ago Alberta RCMP most cost affective policing option for Rocky Mountain House: report

Rocky Mountain House has been looking at alternative policing arrangements and according to a report, the Alberta RCMP is the most cost-effective option for the municipality. The report commissioned by the Town of Rocky Mountain House, located 215 kilometres southwest of Edmonton, found while RCMP contract costs are rising, it was still the most competitive […]

Economics

16 h. ago Here's a first look at the brand new Simons store at Toronto's Yorkdale mall

Canadian department store chain Simons is boldly eschewing the doom-and-gloom narrative that's dominated the shopping mall landscape in the GTA lately, entering a phase of ambitious expansion at a time when competitors like Hudson's Bay, Saks Fifth Avenue and Nordstrom (and before them, Sears and Eaton's) no longer exist in the market.The Quebec-based retailer, known as purveyors of stylish choices under both exclusive house labels and well-known designer names, has just officially opened a new location in Toronto's Yorkdale Shopping Centre, with another coming to the CF Eaton Centre this fall.And, we got an early peek at the store on Thursday morning before it launched to the public.Taking over the two-level anchor space formerly held by a Nordstrom, the outpost is the eighteenth store for Simons, and its biggest one outside of Quebec. But if you're expecting anything like the standard department store, or even like any other S...

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17 h. ago Denver Nuggets mascot Rocky the Mountain Lion files lawsuit against NBA team

Man who portrayed character for years is suing NBA team for unspecified damages for violation of disability protection laws.

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17 h. ago Toronto coffee shop unshaken by Starbucks' plans to move in next door

Starbucks is gearing up to open a new location next door to a long-running Toronto cafe, but the cafe's owner isn't worried about it.When Sharon Nuzati, owner of the Annex's beloved First & Last Coffee Shop, first learned that a new Starbucks location was moving in just doors down from her cafe, she says that she "freaked out," but now, she's singing a different tune.First & Last, Nuzati's charming, low-key cafe has held court in its cozy Dupont Street location for the better part of the past decade, one of what's now approaching a dozen coffee shops in the 1-kilometre stretch of Dupont between Davenport and Bathurst.All of this to say, she's no stranger to a little bit of healthy competition. Still, when she heard the news that the corporate coffee juggernaut would eventually move into a retail space in an under-construction condo building right next door, it sent her into a bit of a tailspin.Cohabitating with o...

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17 h. ago Opinion: Alberta's measles vaccination efforts are making a difference

Measles remains one of the most contagious illnesses in the world, spreading through the air when an infected person breathes, coughs or sneezes. In recent months, measles has been spreading in Alberta, across Canada and around the world. While measles can be serious for anyone, it’s especially dangerous during pregnancy. Infection increases the risk of […]

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17 h. ago Wildfire near Port Alberni now more than 3,400 hectares as smoke blankets region

There are 64 firefighting personnel currently battling the Mount Underwood wildfire, along with five helicopters, structure protection crews and a heavy equipment strike team.

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17 h. ago Judge to go ahead with review of Alberta separation question

A judge in Edmonton has ruled a court review on the constitutionality of a proposed referendum question on Alberta separation should be allowed to proceed.

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18 h. ago Euna Solutions Named Government Technology Management Team of the Year in 2025 Stevie® Awards for Technology Excellence

Euna Solutions’ executive team is recognized for its strategic leadership, value-driven culture and commitment to serving the public sector ATLANTA & TORONTO — Euna Solutions®, a leading provider of purpose-built, cloud-based solutions for the public sector, today announced that its executive team has been named the winner of the Gold Stevie® Award in the Government […]

Politics

18 h. ago Air Canada, flight attendants offer competing narratives ahead of strike deadline

A demonstration by more than a dozen members of the union representing Air Canada’s flight attendants prompted the airline to shut down a press conference on Thursday as tensions between the two sides continue to mount ahead of a weekend work stoppage. Dozens of flights were expected to be cancelled by the end of Thursday […]

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19 h. ago Daulton Varsho reveals how Blue Jays teammate stole his jersey number

Outfielder had to switch jersey numbers from No. 25 to No. 5 after Anthony Santander joined team in off-season.

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19 h. ago Netradyne Strengthens Leadership Team with New CFO and COO Appointments

Appointments reflect Netradyne’s strong growth trajectory and global expansion SAN DIEGO — Netradyne, a global leader in AI-driven road and fleet safety solutions, today announced the appointment of Smita Sanadhya as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Tom Schmitt as Chief Operating Officer (COO). These two key leadership appointments come at a pivotal time of growth […]

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