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Jonathan Anderson shifts Dior buzz from Taylor Swift’s hidden wedding gown to sculptural couture

Jonathan Anderson arrived at Paris couture week with the fashion world still waiting to see the Dior wedding dress he made for Taylor Swift.

Meet the joy of Montreal’s kozmic roller skating scene

Disco, dance and roller skates are thriving in Montreal with one teacher at the centre of its colourful and musical heart.

Egypt uncovers lost Byzantine-era city in the western desert

The recent discoveries at the Dakhla Oasis and at the Marina el-Alamein archaeological site, near Alexandria, are the latest findings which the Egyptian government hopes will boost the country’s vital tourism sector, partially driven by antiquities sightseeing.

Crowds pile into downtown core for 2026 Calgary Stampede parade

It’s the tradition that thousands of Calgarians have been waiting for: It’s Stampede parade day!

Penticton couple to travel the world after $75M lotto win

A Penticton couple says they are experiencing “every emotion imaginable,” after winning $75 million on a Lotto Max ticket.

Venice mayor proposes dynamic pricing for day-trippers with 50-euro ceiling

Venice’s new mayor is proposing a dynamic pricing system for the city’s three-year-old day-tripper access fee, seeking government approval to raise the charge on the busiest days to ease overcrowding in the UNESCO world heritage city.

'Cheer for the boys': Fans flying to Houston for Canada's historic World Cup match

Canada’s record-breaking World Cup run has captivated the country and spawned legions of new soccer fans, but most of them have not been following the men’s team around as loyally as Matty Alex.

Hudson's Bay closes auctions with sale of Norval Morrisseau paintings

Hudson’s Bay has completed the final auction in a series that found new owners for its trove of art — this one featuring six paintings with ties to Norval Morrisseau.

Robotic elephants draw crowds and controversy in some of India's Hindu temples

The life-size robotic elephants in Prasanth Prakashan’s backyard workshop have ears that flap, tails that swish and trunks that squirt water.

Rare copy of Declaration of Independence found by U.K. National Archives in papers of captured U.S. ship

The U.K. National Archives discovered a rare copy of the Declaration of Independence. It was hidden inside the papers of a captured American ship.

Do not open until 2276: U.S. burying time capsule to mark July 4

Americans living in 2276 will get a taste of what their ancestors today think best represents the nation thanks to a time capsule to be buried this July 4.

Türkiye blocks American LGBTQ2S+ cruise from docking, citing ‘moral standards’

Turkish authorities have banned a cruise ship catering to American LGBTQ2S+ travellers from docking in the country’s ports, citing “moral standards” and “family values,” the CEO of the events company behind the upcoming Mediterranean tour said Thursday.

At 104, a Baltimore centenarian shares the mindset she credits for a joyful life

At 104 years old, Doris Hill of Baltimore has a simple message about aging: don’t let a number define you.

Japan’s Eiko Kadono, author of ‘Kiki’s Delivery Service,’ still believes in the magic of books at 91

Eiko Kadono, the author behind Japan’s most famous — and almost certainly most beloved — literary witch, has a little trouble going up the stairs these days.

‘Make smart choices’ during heat wave, says Montreal public health

The Greater Montreal area is on the cusp of its first heat wave of the season, and Montreal public health is requesting that people make 'smart choices' to stay safe.