73 m. ago Heathrow fire caused by preventable technical fault known for years: report

Europe’s busiest air hub shut for about 18 hours in March after a fire knocked out one of the three electrical substations that supply Heathrow with power.

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80 m. ago Fire that shut Heathrow was caused by a preventable technical fault known for years: report

LONDON (AP) — An electrical substation fire that shut down Heathrow Airport, canceling more than 1,300 flights, was caused by a preventable technical fault identified almost seven years earlier, a report found Wednesday. Europe’s busiest air hub shut for about 18 hours in March after a fire knocked out one of the three electrical substations […]

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1 hour ago Analysis shows Trump’s tariffs would cost US employers $82.3 billion

WASHINGTON (AP) — An analysis finds that a critical group of U.S. employers would face a direct cost of $82.3 billion from President Donald Trump’s current tariff plans, a sum that could be potentially managed through price hikes, layoffs, hiring freezes or lower profit margins. The analysis by the JPMorganChase Institute is among the first […]

Economics

2 h. ago Wildfire kills 2 people in Spain as parts of Europe bake in heat wave

BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Two people died in Spain in a wildfire that spread quickly before firefighters brought it under control, authorities said, as a European heat wave sent thermometers soaring again on Wednesday. The blaze broke out in the rural province of Lleida. It created an enormous thick plume of ash and smoke that […]

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3 h. ago Canada set up a $50M vaccine injury program. Those harmed say it’s failing them.

A Global News investigation uncovered allegations that Canada's vaccine injury program has failed to fully deliver on its promise of 'fair and timely' access to financial support.

Economics

3 h. ago Vaccine injury programs elsewhere also face challenges, criticism

Some Britons have also criticized their program as too slow to assess injury cases, while setting thresholds too high to qualify, and payouts made too low for those who get them.

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3 h. ago Heathrow Power Outage Was Due to Issue Flagged Seven Years Ago

The cause of a “catastrophic failure” of critical equipment at an electrical substation that served Heathrow airport was detected in 2018 but was ignored by National Grid Plc, according to an official report on the incident.

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4 h. ago Leloup and Bury: Don't let Ontario set fire to its own recycling plan

The province is loosening the rules that aime to make companies limit the environmental impacts of their product packaging. It's a step backwards.

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12 h. ago George Springer launches Canada Day fireworks as Blue Jays blow out Yankees to move a game out of AL East lead

The Canada Day ceremony was a thing of patriotic beauty, as it always is for the Blue Jays. And given the world we live in, the latest renewal was perhaps bumped with a greater dose of passion than in the recent past. There was a home team that has been playing well and thus making […]

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12 h. ago Alex Delvecchio, Hall of Famer and former linemate of Gordie Howe, dies at 93

Alex Delvecchio, the Hockey Hall of Famer and former linemate of Gordie Howe, has died. He was 93. The Detroit Red Wings announced the news on social media Tuesday. The cause of death was unknown. #RedWings mourn the passing of franchise icon and Hall of Famer Alex Delvecchio. Full story » pic.twitter.com/REzmtJYRX7 — Detroit […]

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13 h. ago 2 taken to hospital after elevated carbon monoxide levels found at Calgary casino

Two people were taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries Tuesday after elevated carbon monoxide levels were detected at a northeast Calgary casino. Emergency crews responded to Pure Calgary Casino in the 1400 block of Meridian Road N.E. shortly after 3 p.m. for reports of possible carbon monoxide exposure. The Calgary Fire Department said it initially […]

Science

14 h. ago Driving safer workplaces: ASSP launches innovative Safety Trekr AI

Park Ridge, Illinois, July 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The American Society of Safety Professionals has launched ASSP Safety Trekr AI, a groundbreaking artificial intelligence-powered search tool designed to fundamentally change how safety professionals access critical workplace safety and health guidance. This innovative solution will accelerate and enhance the work of safety professionals, ultimately reducing […]

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15 h. ago CRIME SCENE: Brampton man charged after handgun found during traffic stop

Peel Regional Police have charged a 31-year-old Brampton man with several firearms offences following a traffic stop in Mississauga. Cops said that on the evening of June 25, they were patrolling near 99 Acorn Place when they attempted to investigate a vehicle, but their cruiser was immediately rammed by the driver. Officers were able to […]

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15 h. ago ‘Proud to be a Canadian,’ says one of thousands of Canada Day revellers at Queen’s Park

There was a sea of red-and-white hats and other clothing as thousands of Canada Day celebrants of all ages took over Queen’s Park on Tuesday to honour of the country’s 158th birthday. “I’m proud to be Canadian,” said retired Torontonian Francis Gumabay, who attended the event with his wife, Milagro, and his dog, Hershey. “We’re […]

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16 h. ago Edmonton Oilers reclamation project John Klingberg knows the way to San Jose

John Klingberg has signed a one-year contract with the San Jose Sharks. And a hefty raise comes along with it, in the form of an AAV of $4m. The 32-year-old defender right-handed was added to the Oilers on the back-end of the 2024-25 season after a long time away from the game due to injury. […]

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16 h. ago Wabtec Finalizes Acquisition of Evident’s Inspection Technologies Division

PITTSBURGH — Wabtec Corporation (NYSE: WAB) announced today that it completed the acquisition of Evident’s Inspection Technologies division (Inspection Technologies), formerly part of the Scientific Solutions Division of Olympus Corporation, a global leader in Non-Destructive Testing, Remote Visual Inspection and Analytical Instruments solutions for mission critical assets. This acquisition strengthens Wabtec’s Digital Intelligence business with […]

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18 h. ago Calgary man charged after 17 guns stolen from local business

A Calgary man is charged with 28 offences in relation to the theft of 17 guns worth more than $26,000 from the Calgary Shooting Centre over the weekend. On June 28, a man broke into the shooting centre, located at 7130 Fisher Rd. S.E., and stole the firearms from a display case. He fled the […]

Economics

18 h. ago June on Cambie serves up synergy of good food, a svelte room and an award

June on Cambie serves French brasserie style food with West Coast ingredients. The chef cooked at the one-Michelin star Published on Main.

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19 h. ago Mike Tyson pleads with Trump to deliver on cannabis reform: ‘IT’S DONE SO MUCH FOR ME’

Mike Tyson is one of many athletes who are pushing for cannabis reform in the United States, and is hoping President Donald Trump will pick up where his predecessor, Joe Biden, left off. The Coalition of Athletes and Entertainers Supporting President Trump’s Policy Objectives, which also includes NBA star Kevin Durant and former NFL star […]

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19 h. ago Canadian country star Josh Ross apologizes for calling the U.S. the ‘best country’ in the world

'I'm as proud of establishing myself in the U.S. as I am being Canadian'

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