U.S. Federal Reserve raises interest rates for 1st time in 3 years
The U.S. Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate Wednesday for the first time since 2023 in an effort to quell stubbornly high inflation, and…
How Canada’s black ‘away’ jersey became a symbol of World Cup success
Open this photo in gallery: The men’s team were wearing the black jersey after winning against Qatar and South Africa earlier in the tournament.Fran Santiago/Getty Images The line began forming…
Sony to end releasing PlayStation games on disc, earning ire from gamers despite market shift to digital
Sony will stop producing discs for physical copies of all new PlayStation video games beginning in 2028, the company announced Wednesday, citing customers’ growing preference to buy and download games…
Fans rally in Toronto ahead of Portugal-Croatia match
Despite the hot and humid conditions, throngs of soccer fans in Toronto turned out to show their support ahead of the Portugal–Croatia World Cup match.
‘I will kill everyone around you’: Threat to ex by father in double-murder suicide emerges
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More than 100,000 Albertans apply for $100 affordability cheques in first 24 hours
Open this photo in gallery: Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced the new affordability measure in Calgary, on June 17.Jeff McIntosh/The Canadian Press The Alberta government says more than 106,000 residents…
Nearly 600 wildfire evacuees from Kasabonika Lake First Nation staying in Toronto
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Saskatchewan flooding causes state of emergency, one community forced to evacuate
Open this photo in gallery: Heavy rain had overwhelmed sewer systems, leaving many homes with over a foot of water in basements, while also washing out nearby highways.Adrian Wyld/The Canadian…
How can Canada beat Morocco? It could be found in Promise David’s sublime group-stage goal
If there’s a reason for Canada’s men to believe they can beat Morocco on Saturday, it’s most easily found in Promise David’s singular moment against Switzerland. His goal, from inception…
B.C. nurses start limited strike action as deadline passes
Open this photo in gallery: A hospital worker walks past the entrance to the Vancouver General Hospital in Vancouver, B.C., on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ethan CairnsEthan Cairns/The…
Growing recognition for Inuk war hero John Shiwak brings ‘sense of relief’ says relative
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