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A huge wildfire in California appeared like an explosion from space

California’s Line Fire is so fierce that it’s creating its own weather patterns. On September 9, 2024, the intensity of....

Atlanta Subway Cars Now Feature Endangered Sea Turtles and Reefs

In a unique transformation, old subway cars from Atlanta have found a new life beneath the Atlantic Ocean. These railcars,....

Langenburg UFO Sighting Celebrated with Special Silver Coin

Saskatchewan is paying tribute to one of its most famous UFO encounters with a special commemorative coin. The event, known....

Breaking News

Severe rains flood Toronto, leading to power loss and traffic issues

In a striking reminder of the 2013 storm, Toronto was drenched again by a massive downpour on Tuesday morning. Over....

Quebec Tourists' Bus Crash in Cuba: 1 Dead, 26 Injured

A tragic accident occurred in Cuba involving a bus carrying Quebec tourists. The collision left one person dead and 26....

Winnipeg Pride Events Cut Short Due to Severe Weather

Pride festivities in Winnipeg are concluding ahead of schedule on Sunday due to severe weather conditions in the city. This....

Child Under 5 Rescued by SQ in Fatal Boating Mishap

The Sûreté du Québec (SQ) recovered the body of a child under five years old following a tragic boat accident....

Fourth Manitoba First Nation Declares Emergency

Chemawawin Cree Nation (CCN) becomes the fourth First Nation community in Manitoba to announce a state of emergency this year.....

Email Contradicts Minister's Story on Gun Incident, NDP Claims

An email obtained by Saskatchewan Legislative Speaker Randy Weekes and sent to CBC casts doubt on Minister Jeremy Harrison's explanation....

Police Name Victim, Charge Suspect in Friday Stabbing

A sorrowful event unfolded in the Central Park area of Winnipeg, as a 37-year-old woman, originally hailing from the Norway....

Montreal Police Arrest Billionaire Robert Miller

Montreal police have arrested billionaire Robert Miller following allegations of sexual exploitation of minors, brought to light by the Enquête....

World News

Russian Ship Suspected to Carry Iranian Missiles Spotted at Caspian Port

A Russian cargo ship, the Port Olya 3, recently came under scrutiny after it was spotted at a Russian port....

North Korea fires multiple ballistic missiles following Kim's war readiness pledge

On Thursday, North Korea launched several short-range ballistic missiles into the sea, according to South Korea's military. This event comes....

Israeli Airstrike Kills Hezbollah Special Forces Leader in Lebanon

In a recent escalation of tensions, an Israeli airstrike targeted and killed a senior Hezbollah commander, Mohammed Qassem Al-Shaer, in....

Typhoon Yagi kills dozens across Vietnam, China, and the Philippines

Typhoon Yagi, the strongest storm to hit Asia this year, has been downgraded to a tropical depression as of Sunday,....

Paraguay River hits record low water level due to severe drought

A severe drought in the Amazon Rainforest has caused water levels on the Paraguay River to plummet to a historic....

Ukraine’s new ‘dragon drones’ drop molten metal on Russian targets

In a dramatic new tactic, Ukraine is deploying “dragon drones” to intensify its battle against Russian forces. These drones are....

Domestic Violence Endangers Kenya’s Female Athletes

The tragic death of Ugandan Olympic runner Rebecca Cheptegei has left many, including her fellow athlete and advocate Joan Chelimo....

Pope Francis to Visit Remote Papua New Guinea Diocese

Pope Francis is set to visit the Diocese of Vanimo in Papua New Guinea, a largely untouched area of the....

Entertainment

Chad McQueen, Steve McQueen’s Son, Passes Away at 63

Chad McQueen, the actor famed for his role in the “Karate Kid” films and the son of the legendary Steve....

TIFF Halts 'Russians at War' Screenings Due to Threats

The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) has decided to halt upcoming screenings of the documentary "Russians at War" due to....

Sarah McLachlan Gets Special Commemorative Stamp from Canada Post

Sarah McLachlan, the celebrated British Columbia singer-songwriter, is receiving a special tribute with a commemorative stamp issued by Canada Post.....

Legendary actor James Earl Jones, voice of Darth Vader and Mufasa, dies at 93

James Earl Jones, a trailblazer who rose above racial discrimination and a childhood stutter to become a legendary figure in....

‘Shogun’ Breaks Record with 14 Emmys, Curtis Earns First Win

The FX series “Shogun” made history at the Creative Arts Emmy Awards on Sunday night, winning a record-breaking 14 awards....

‘Next Star Hunt’, The Biggest Gateway to Bollywood

Keen to cash on Limelight? North America’s first-ever Bollywood reality show, Next Star Hunt, is on the lookout for fresh....

Grammy-Winning Brazilian Music Icon Sergio Mendes Dies at 83

Sergio Mendes, the legendary Brazilian musician known for his global hit "Mas Que Nada," has passed away at the age....

Linkin Park Reunites After 7 Years, Releases New Music

Linkin Park is making a return with a fresh lineup and their first new music since the tragic passing of....

Business News

Flying Air Canada Next Week? Key Info on Rebooking & Refunds

You're ready to travel, but there's still uncertainty about whether Air Canada will get you to your destination. Lesley Keyter,....

Empire Expects Full-Service Grocery Stores to Thrive with Economy Boost

Empire Co. Ltd., the parent company of Sobeys, is optimistic about an economic recovery as it sees the sales gap....

Air Canada Pilot Strike Threatens Travel: What to Know

A looming Air Canada pilot strike could disrupt travel for thousands, as negotiations between the airline and the Air Line....

PwC to monitor employee locations amid office attendance rule

PwC has announced new measures to track its employees' locations as part of a push to enforce stricter office attendance....

Mississauga Walmart Workers To Vote On Joining Unifor Union

Employees at a Walmart warehouse in Mississauga, Ontario, are set to start voting on Tuesday to decide if they want....

Google Hit with Antitrust Trial After Monopoly Ruling

A month after a judge declared Google's search engine an illegal monopoly, the tech giant now faces another significant legal....

Former RBC Exec Ahn Denies Alleged Relationship with Subordinate

In a recent development, former Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) Chief Financial Officer Nadine Ahn has denied all accusations regarding....

Proposed Stamp Price Hike by Canada Post in 2025

Canada Post is considering a price increase for postage stamps, planning to raise the cost of most stamps by 25....

Fashion & Lifestyle

Waterloo Man with Stage 4 Cancer Qualifies for Boston Marathon

A 66-year-old man from Waterloo, Ontario, is defying the odds despite facing a rare and aggressive cancer diagnosis. Dana Fox....

Is Brad Pitt's new style inspired by Harry Styles? His look resembles the singer's unique fashion choices

Brad Pitt's recent style transformation has drawn comparisons to the fashion choices of Harry Styles, as the actor begins to....

Katy Perry, Sabrina Carpenter, Camila Cabello Shine at VMAs 2024

The MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) 2024 was a dazzling display of style and glamour, with celebrities gracing the black....

Selena Gomez has brought back the peplum style for winter at the Toronto Film Festival

Selena Gomez has been turning heads at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival with her stunning fashion choices. This week,....

Princess Kate finishes chemo, shares heartfelt moments with Prince William

Princess Kate has shared a heartfelt update revealing that she has completed her chemotherapy treatment. In a moving video message,....

Kim Kardashian and Lauren Sanchez Stand Out at Glamorous Gala Dinner

The Caring for Women dinner, hosted by the Kering Foundation, was a glamorous event in New York City, uniting top....

Paris Jackson stuns in a form-fitting green dress at NY Fashion Week

Paris Jackson dazzled at New York Fashion Week, cementing her status as a fashion icon with her standout appearance at....

Ralph Lauren Brings Americana Flair to Hamptons Fashion Show

Ralph Lauren hosted an elegant fashion show in the heart of Hamptons horse country, with notable attendees like First Lady....

Health

Ottawa resident dies after contracting mosquito-borne virus, says public health

Ottawa has confirmed its first human case of Eastern equine encephalitis virus (EEEV), a mosquito-borne illness, following the death of

Survey reveals worsening youth mental health, especially in girls

A recent survey has highlighted a troubling trend: adolescent mental health has significantly deteriorated over the past few years, particularly

Canada to Donate Up to 200,000 Doses of Mpox Vaccine

Canada has announced it will donate up to 200,000 doses of the mpox vaccine, known as Imvamune, in response to

FDA Investigates Heavy Metals Like Lead and Arsenic in Tampons

On Tuesday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced it would investigate the presence of heavy metals, such as

PHAC explains why COVID-19 vaccines were withdrawn before new ones

The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) has instructed provinces to dispose of existing COVID-19 vaccines to prevent confusion with

Alberta's COVID-19 death rate is over four times higher than flu

In Alberta, recent data highlights the stark contrast between the impacts of COVID-19 and influenza. Over the past year, respiratory

Canadian Medical Association urges better tracking of health funds

The Canadian Medical Association (CMA) is calling for improved tracking of health-care spending, following recent agreements between the federal government

First rabies case in Ontario since 1967 confirmed in Brantford

Ontario has confirmed its first case of rabies in a human since 1967. A resident of Brantford-Brant is currently hospitalized

Technology

SpaceX Unveils New, Stylish EVA Spacesuits, Making History

At an altitude of 700 kilometres above Earth, Thursday’s groundbreaking SpaceX spacewalk reached a new height in space exploration. This

Adobe to Release New AI Tool for Video Creation This Year

Adobe is set to launch a new video creation and editing tool powered by generative AI, expected to be available

Apple's latest AirPods double as hearing aids

In a groundbreaking announcement at its recent product showcase, Apple revealed that its latest AirPods Pro will now serve a

Huawei is about to release its competitor to Apple’s iPhone 16

Huawei’s latest smartphone has sparked considerable excitement, with over three million pre-orders pouring in even before its official release. The

Apple's new iPhone to use Arm's next-gen chip for AI features

Apple is set to launch its highly anticipated iPhone 16 today, showcasing a new generation of technology powered by the

Boeing’s Starliner Returns Empty, Astronauts Stay in Space

After months of uncertainty and setbacks, Boeing's new astronaut capsule, Starliner, departed the International Space Station on Friday without its

Google Unveils 5 New Android Features: TalkBack, Music Search, and More

Google has recently rolled out a set of exciting updates for Android users, enhancing several key features and introducing new

Recon Instruments co-founder aims to boost self-driving tech with Matt3r

Hamid Abdollahi, who co-founded Recon Instruments and made a name in the wearable tech industry, is now focusing on a

Finance

Deutsche Bank Raises S&P 500 Target to 5,500, Leading Wall Street

Deutsche Bank has increased its year-end target for the S&P 500 to 5,500, the highest forecast among major financial firms.

US Treasuries Gain as Investors Weigh Fed's Next Move

Treasuries surged, and the US dollar fell as new economic data left investors uncertain about the Federal Reserve's upcoming decision

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Talks Challenges and Future of AI

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang recently shared his concerns and excitement about the future of AI at the Goldman Sachs Communacopia

Fed’s Next Move: What a Bigger Rate Cut Could Mean for Stocks

Following an inflation report that exceeded expectations, the Federal Reserve is facing increased pressure to reconsider the size of its

Bitcoin Falls as Harris and Trump Face Off in Debate

Bitcoin’s value dropped following a heated debate between Kamala Harris, the Democratic nominee, and Donald Trump, the Republican candidate, who

Goldman Sachs CEO Expects 10% Dip in Trading Revenue for Q3

Goldman Sachs is set to experience a 10% drop in trading revenue in the third quarter, according to CEO David

Tim Carpenter Joins Bank of America to Co-Lead Software Banking

Bank of America has successfully brought on board Tim Carpenter, a seasoned technology banker from JPMorgan Chase, to co-lead its

Citigroup's Investment Banking Fees to Rise by 20% Soon

Citigroup expects a notable rise in its investment banking fees in the upcoming third quarter. The bank's Chief Financial Officer,

Travel

Oceania Cruises to sail 1,250-guest Riviera to Alaska in 2025

In 2025, Oceania Cruises will send its 1,250-guest ship, the Riviera, to Alaska for a season of exploration. Running from

NYC Tops the List of Most Popular Tourist Spots in the U.S.

The United States is enjoying a prominent spot in global tourism for 2024. According to recent data from the World

Bali Halts Hotel Building Due To Overtourism Issues

Bali is taking new steps to tackle the challenges posed by overtourism, including a potential halt on new hotel construction.

Greece to Address Overtourism with New Visitor Fees for Santorini and Mykonos

Greece is taking steps to manage the challenges of over-tourism with a new visitor tax set to impact tourists arriving

Hawaii may introduce a new climate impact fee for tourists

Hawaii might soon make your dream vacation a bit more expensive. The state, known for its high occupancy taxes, is

Carnival Cruise Line Starts Booking 2026-27 Trips from Tampa and Mobile

Carnival Cruise Line has started taking reservations for its 2026-27 cruise season, with trips departing from Tampa and Mobile now

Thailand's Tourism Industry Reaches Near Pre-Pandemic Levels

Thailand's tourism sector is bouncing back strongly from the pandemic and is on track to reach impressive numbers by the

New Zealand to Increase Tourist Tax by Three Times

Starting October 1, visiting New Zealand’s popular destinations like lakes, mountains, bike trails, and wineries will become more expensive. The

Food

Campbell's Soup May Make Its First Major Brand Change in 100 Years

One of the most well-known food brands is considering a significant change, but it’s not about their ingredients. On Wednesday,

Disney World Feeds 900 Pounds of Fried Chicken and 30 Gallons of Beans Daily at 50-Year-Old Dinner Show

For 50 years, the Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue has been delighting guests at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort, offering a unique blend

McDonald’s and Crocs are teaming up to create a new, adorable Happy Meal collection

While many people across the country have been feeling the sting of rising fast food prices lately, McDonald’s has a

Heinz Released a Canned Carbonara, and Some Chefs Aren't Happy

Heinz is shaking things up in the kitchen with a new product that’s causing quite a stir. Recently, the company

McDonald’s Launches Mini McFlurry: Smaller and Cheaper

McDonald’s has been busy this year trying out new ideas to keep customers interested. They started by improving their burgers,

Ice Breakers Launches New Gum That Changes Flavors While Chewing

Ice Breakers is shaking up the candy aisle with an exciting new gum innovation: Ice Breakers Flavor Shifters. This innovative

Wendy's Might Release a SpongeBob Krabby Patty

Fans of SpongeBob SquarePants might be in for a treat as Wendy's seems to be working on bringing the Krabby

Krispy Kreme celebrates Barbie's 65th with pink, glittery donuts

Barbie is marking its 65th anniversary this year, and to celebrate, Krispy Kreme has partnered with the iconic brand to

Sports

Tua Tagovailoa suffers another concussion in Dolphins' 31-10 loss to Bills

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa faced another setback during a Thursday night game against the Buffalo Bills, reviving concerns about

Natalie Achonwa embraces coaching with Michigan Wolverines

Canadian basketball star Natalie Achonwa has taken the next step in her career, transitioning from player to coach. The four-time

Canada's Stakusic, Savinykh Fall in Guadalajara Open Quarters

Canada's rising tennis star Marina Stakusic and her Russian partner, Valeria Savinykh, bowed out of the Guadalajara Open after losing

Canada Stuns Spain, but Falls Short in U-20 World Cup Thriller

Canada's journey in the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup came to an end, but not before putting up a valiant

WADA Has Three Weeks Left to Appeal Sinner’s Doping Case Decision

The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) still has at least three weeks to decide whether to appeal the recent ruling that

Canada and Mexico Play Tough, End in a Scoreless Stalemate

On Tuesday night, Canada and Mexico fought to a gritty 0-0 draw in Texas during what was supposed to be

Canadian Middleweight Aaron Jeffery Edges Closer to Bellator Title

Canadian middleweight fighter Aaron Jeffery is inching closer to a coveted Bellator title shot after securing a unanimous decision victory

Canada Soccer and National Teams Close to a Major Labour Deal

After months of negotiations, Canada Soccer and its national teams are on the brink of a significant labour deal, one