Yee-haw, Beyoncé: Singer announces country album, drops songs during Super Bowl
Beyoncé appeared in a quirky Super Bowl commercial to tease the upcoming release of her album, 'Act II,' and dropped two tracks to tease fans.
Entertainment
Feb 12
Cycling deaths in Toronto year-to-date surpass 2023 total
Cycling-related deaths in 2024 have risen beyond the number recorded last year, according to the city of Toronto. Advocates say a plan of action must go beyond new infrastructure.
Canada
Apr 16
Ontario ‘task force’ prepares Canadians for total solar eclipse — and beyond
With a name that sounds like science fiction, the Ontario Eclipse Task Force (OETF) is made up of scientists, educators and other leaders in the field of astronomy
Science
Apr 6
Atlantic Superstore defends use of plexiglass to prevent ‘organized crime.’ Shoppers unconvinced
New measures aimed at preventing shoplifting at Loblaws-owned Atlantic Superstore locations are stirring debate in the Halifax area, and beyond.
Consumer
Apr 22
Hopeful future Olympians compete in Winnipeg’s RBC training grounds
As Olympic athletes gear up for Paris, Winnipeg's youth are chasing their Olympic dreams for 2028 and beyond.
Canada
Apr 13
Kicking off in Halifax: Professional women’s soccer league to hit the ground running next year
A professional women's soccer club is coming to Halifax next year, and will offer an in-country option for professional players beyond the university level.
Sports
Apr 10
Switzerland’s climate inaction violated human rights, historic court ruling says
The European Court of Human Rights's ruling is expected to resonate across Europe and beyond, and to embolden more communities to bring climate cases against governments.
Environment
Apr 9
Ottawa unveils $1B for national school food program
The federal government says the funds will feed an additional 400,000 children a year, beyond programs offered by provinces and school boards.
Canada
Apr 1
Calgary actor reins in lead role in ‘Beyond Black Beauty’
Kaya Coleman Prokopchuk has landed the lead role in a series set to premiere on the Family Channel on March 15. She plays a young Black equestrian chasing her dreams.
Canada
Mar 5
Just for Laughs owes money to comedians, companies: court documents
Montreal comedy festival Just for Laughs and affiliated companies owe millions of dollars in unpaid debts beyond what was included in a court filing last week.
Entertainment
Mar 14
Life beyond death: Digging deep into the growing trend of green burials
As people look at different ways to be more environmentally friendly, experts say more people are putting thought into the impact we have on the environment after passing away.
Environment
Mar 2
New indoor beach sports facility to open in 2025
Beyond volleyball, the Hangar will also offer a licensed restaurant and mezzanine, and the courts serve as multipurpose space for various sports.
Sports
Feb 29
High school students hit every note during Limestone Music Celebration
The Limestone District School Board hosted its first-ever Limestone Music Celebration, uniting high school musicians, fostering passion beyond classrooms.
Canada
Feb 21
We now live in a music microculture, even when it comes to Taylor Swift
It a world where music is niche, how can you measure success?
Entertainment
Feb 25
Jury begins deliberations in trial of man accused of fatally running over Toronto cop
The judge presiding over the trial of a man accused of fatally running over a Toronto police officer is set to continue her instructions to the jury today.
Crime
Apr 18
RCMP charge four in connection with 2020 death of man from Blackfalds, Alta.
After four-years of investigation, RCMP have laid charges in connection with the death of Ryan James Gudwer of Blackfalds, Alta. Four individuals have been arrested.
Crime
Apr 26
Fentanyl, pills, cash and kitchen appliances found in West Kelowna raid: RCMP
Search warrants were executed in March as the culmination of a lengthy investigation in relation to property crime and drug trafficking throughout the Central Okanagan area.
Crime
May 1
Calgary physician charged in $2M fraud investigation
A Calgary doctor is accused of submitting $2.2 million worth of false billing claims to the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan over a two-year period.
Crime
Apr 17
WFPS weighs “risky” options after ask to find savings in city budget
The Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service says a request from the city to find $3 million in savings is forcing them into a risky scenario.
Politics
May 2
Tim Hortons pizza? Chain looks to break through in crowded food market
Tim Hortons is following up a two-year flatbread pizza pilot with the national launch of cheese, pepperoni, "bacon everything" and chicken Parmesan varieties Wednesday.
Canada
Apr 16