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'Extremely vigorous' wildfire activity in central B.C. prompts crews to back off for safety

The wildfire fight in central B.C. intensified Friday, according to officials.

Police release video of Toronto plaza shooting that killed university student

A university student from Brampton was killed when two shooters fired indiscriminately into a crowded plaza in Toronto last month in what police say was a 'cowardly act.'

No more porta-potties at B.C. construction sites starting Oct. 1

What some B.C. construction workers describe as the worst aspect of their jobs will be coming to an end next month, the province announced.

Three teens charged for armed robbery at Kitchener jewelry store

Three teens were arrested for an armed robbery at a Kitchener jewelry store after witnesses caught and detained the suspects until officers arrived on scene.

Manhunt underway after 5 people injured in Kentucky shooting near Interstate 75, officials say

Several people have been shot near Interstate 75 in Laurel County, Ky., according to the Laurel County Sheriff’s office.

'Hopeless and helpless': Regina mother seeks help to treat rare spinal disease

Mary Grace Rico is seeking help in getting treatment for a rare spinal condition.

The iPhone is getting a 'glow' up. What to expect from Apple's Monday event

Apple excited fans with its vision for its 'Apple Intelligence' artificial intelligence system earlier this year. Now, it's time for the company to prove it really works.

Ruins of a long-sunken Greek village emerge as drought saps a vital reservoir

They were due to leave for their dream cruise in May. Three months on they’re still stuck at the departure port

It was the years-long cruise that was supposed to set sail, but saw its departure postponed… postponed… and postponed again.

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'They just see these tenants as a profits': Guelph residents fighting back against renoviction

Guelph tenants worry they'll have find a new home after recently receiving N-13 notices from their new apartment owner.
Three teens charged for armed robbery at Kitchener jewelry store

Three teens were arrested for an armed robbery at a Kitchener jewelry store after witnesses caught and detained the suspects until officers arrived on scene.
Premier says Manitoba grand chief to lie in state at provincial legislature

Grand Chief Cathy Merrick of the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs will lie in state at the provincial legislature following her sudden death.
'Hopeless and helpless': Regina mother seeks help to treat rare spinal disease

Mary Grace Rico is seeking help in getting treatment for a rare spinal condition.
Devastating Jasper wildfire now listed as under control, Parks Canada says

Nearly seven weeks since a wildfire forced the evacuation of Jasper National Park and burned nearly a third of the townsite's structures, Parks Canada says the blaze is now officially under control.
No more porta-potties at B.C. construction sites starting Oct. 1

What some B.C. construction workers describe as the worst aspect of their jobs will be coming to an end next month, the province announced.

World

Manhunt underway after 5 people injured in Kentucky shooting near Interstate 75, officials say

Several people have been shot near Interstate 75 in Laurel County, Ky., according to the Laurel County Sheriff’s office.
Brazil's X ban drives outraged Bolsonaro supporters to rally for 'free speech'

Thousands of supporters of former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro flooded Sao Paulo’s main boulevard for an Independence Day rally Saturday, buoyed by the government's blocking of tech billionaire Elon Musk's X platform.
Trump campaigns in Wisconsin just days ahead of debate with Harris

With just days to go before his first — and likely only — debate against U.S. Vice-President Kamala Harris, former U.S. president Donald Trump leaned into his familiar grievances about everything from his indictments to the border as he campaigned in one of the most deeply Republican swaths of battleground Wisconsin.
21 children are now known to have died in Kenya school fire

The number of children who were burned to death in a school dormitory in central Kenya has risen to 21, the government spokesperson said Saturday.
U.S. navy petty officer demoted after installing Starlink satellite dish on warship to access internet

A U.S. navy chief who wanted the internet so she and other enlisted officers could scroll social media, check sports scores and watch movies while deployed had an unauthorized Starlink satellite dish installed on a warship and lied to her commanding officer to keep it secret, according to investigators.
Ruins of a long-sunken Greek village emerge as drought saps a vital reservoir

Politics

Trudeau insists he's staying on as Liberal leader. But what if he changes his mind?

The Liberal caucus is set to meet in Nanaimo, B.C., next week for a retreat ahead of the fall parliamentary sitting. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau insists he will lead his party into the next election despite polls citing his unpopularity among Canadians. Here's a look at what would happen if he decided to call it quits.
Former Bank of Canada governor Carney to speak at Liberal caucus retreat next week

The former governor of the Bank of Canada who has long been touted as a possible Liberal candidate or successor to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will give the party some advice on the economy at the Liberal caucus retreat in Nanaimo, B.C. next week.
China launches WTO complaint against Canada over EV, aluminum and steel tariffs

China launched a complaint against Canada at the World Trade Organization on Friday over recently announced tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, aluminum and steel.

Health

Nicotine pouches scarce after federal ban restricts sales to pharmacy-only sales

It’s been just over a week since the federal government banned nicotine pouches from being sold anywhere other than a pharmacy.
Woman who was denied a liver transplant, after review highlighted alcohol use, has died

Questions are being raised about the case of a 36-year-old Ontario woman who died of liver failure after she was rejected for a life-saving liver transplant after a medical review highlighted her prior alcohol use.
'Hopeless and helpless': Regina mother seeks help to treat rare spinal disease

Mary Grace Rico is seeking help in getting treatment for a rare spinal condition.

Sci-Tech

Here's what jobs will survive in the AI boom: Statistics Canada estimates

A recent study by Statistics Canada sheds light on how different occupations may be affected by the AI boom, including those who might lose their jobs in a more automation-driven future.
Two astronauts are left behind in space as Boeing's troubled capsule returns to Earth empty

Boeing's first astronaut mission ended Friday night with an empty capsule landing and two test pilots still in space, left behind until next year because NASA judged their return too risky.
Waterloo, Ont. tech company blacklisted by U.S. Commerce Department over surveillance, spyware allegations

A Waterloo, Ont. tech company is in hot water for allegedly providing technology that can be used for mass surveillance and censorship.

Entertainment

The 33 most anticipated movies of the fall

Here are some of the most anticipated films of this fall, from large to small and everything in between.
Paul Anka says long-in-the-works Broadway musical is still on the horizon

After well over a decade of planning to adapt his life story into a stage musical, the 83-year-old Ottawa-born musician says the concept is finally getting traction.
Ridley Scott rebuilds Rome for 'Gladiator II'

Scott, Hollywood's perpetual rolling stone even at age 86, may be preparing to unveil 'Gladiator II,' one of his biggest epics yet, but at the moment he's got the Bee Gees on the brain. Scott is developing a biopic on the Gibb brothers. On a recent Zoom call from his office in Los Angeles, he was surrounded by meticulously plotted storyboards.

Business

Despite union protest, new hybrid work rules for federal employees kick in Monday

Public service unions will start the week with an early-morning rally opposing the policy. But despite the unions' 'summer of discontent' and an ongoing court challenge, the new rules will still kick in on Sept. 9.
Canada Post proposes 25-cent price hike for stamps in 2025

Canada Post is proposing an increase to regulated postage rates next year, bringing the price of most stamps up by 25 cents to $1.24.
Molson Coors ends diversity, equity and inclusion policies, moves to 'broader view'

Brewing company Molson Coors says it is dropping its diversity, equity and inclusion policies and taking a 'broader view' in which all employees know they are welcome.

Lifestyle

They were due to leave for their dream cruise in May. Three months on they’re still stuck at the departure port

It was the years-long cruise that was supposed to set sail, but saw its departure postponed… postponed… and postponed again.
opinion
opinion What do you need to do in order to retire early?

Financial Independence and Early Retirement (FIRE) is a growing movement for people looking to retire earlier than the traditional age. Personal finance contributor Christopher Liew digs into the origins of the FIRE formula and outlines steps to implement it in your life.
She met a man on a rooftop bar on her first night in Paris. Her life changed forever

To Erin Tridle, it felt as though the universe paved the way for her to meet the love of her life years before their actual meeting.

Sports

Aryna Sabalenka beats Jessica Pegula to win the U.S. Open for her third Grand Slam title

Aryna Sabalenka got past Jessica Pegula 7-5, 7-5 in a rollicking U.S. Open women’s final Saturday to win her first championship at Flushing Meadows and third Grand Slam title of her career.
Corey Perry lays the smackdown during a WWE match

The Worm made a guest appearance on WWE's Smackdown at Rogers Place Friday night.
Memorial held for Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau at their New Jersey high school

An emotional memorial was held Friday for Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau at their old high school in Gloucester City, New Jersey.

Autos

Police nab driver speeding at nearly 3x the limit in Vancouver school zone

Nearly two-dozen drivers were caught in a speed trap outside a Vancouver elementary school on Thursday – as students were settling back into their daily routines.
Volvo Cars revamps SUV hybrid as it shifts plans away from pure electric

Volvo Cars said on Wednesday that plug-in hybrids would continue to be a critical part of its profit growth plans over the next few years and that it would revamp its XC90 hybrid sports utility vehicle.
Ontario man told his EV needs $33K battery. Software update fixes the problem

An Ontario man said he couldn't believe an electric car he bought three years ago for $20,000 would need a new battery at a cost of more than $33,000.

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