Trump faces jail threat as judge fines him for breaking gag order during trial
Trump was held in contempt of court and fined US$9,000 for repeatedly violating a gag order that barred him from making public statements about witnesses, jurors and others.
U.S. News
Apr 30
‘A great friend’ to the U.S.: Clinton, Bush reflect on Brian Mulroney
Former U.S. presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush recall Brian Mulroney’s political career, advice, friendship – and his singing voice.
Canada
Mar 21
Canadian businesses concerned AI bill moving forward without their testimony
The Canadian Chamber of Commerce says it is seriously concerned Canadian businesses weren’t able to testify on proposed federal artificial intelligence legislation.
Canada
Mar 7
Backpay deals for defeated Bill 124 pushed Ford government to overspend in 2023
The Ford government recorded $4.1 billion in “higher than planned” spending in the health and education sectors, in part, due to Bill 124.
Politics
Mar 6
Fani Willis pushes back on ‘lies’ behind calls for Trump Georgia case removal
The Fulton County District Attorney testified against claims about her romantic relationship with a special prosecutor on the election interference case against Donald Trump.
U.S. News
Feb 15
Nature Conservancy of Canada speaks about deal to protect southern Alberta ranch from development
The 22,000-hectare McIntyre Ranch was founded south of Lethbridge, Alta., in 1894 by William McIntyre.
Canada
Apr 22
Manitoba Tories to delay passage of bills, angering provincial labour group
Manitoba's Opposition Progressive Conservatives are delaying passage of four bills at the legislature, prompting an angry response from a labour leader.
Politics
Apr 17
Winnipeg school restructures its day to address absenteeism, improve learning
A Winnipeg school has restructured its school day to address learning and absenteeism.
Education
Apr 9
The House votes for possible TikTok ban in the US. Will it really go away?
The modified measure, passed by a 360-58 vote, now goes to the Senate after negotiations that produced a compromise.
Politics
Apr 20
‘Love at first sight’: Snow leopard at Toronto Zoo pregnant for 1st time
Jita, a nearly three-year-old snow leopard at the Toronto Zoo, is pregnant for the first time, staff there say. However, the zoo is expressing 'some caution' over the news.
Canada
Apr 19
Namestnikov, Dillon out for injuries as Jets face series elimination in Game 5
Winnipeg forward Vladislav Namestnikov and defenceman Brenden Dillon are recovering from injuries and won't be available for Game 5 against Colorado on Tuesday night.
Sports
Apr 30
Maple Leafs turn their attention to Bruins
Sheldon Keefe usually spends time during intermissions breaking down film of that evening's opponent.
Sports
Apr 18
Posters promoting ‘Steal From Loblaws Day’ are circulating. How did we get here?
Posters are inviting people to rob grocery chains owned by Loblaw, and Canadians seem split on whether to condemn or support the illegal protest.
Consumer
Apr 26
Daniel Sedin lifts Canucks over Sens in OT
The Vancouver Canucks are starting to look like contenders again as they continue to rebound from a disastrous 2013-14 season.
Dec 31, 1969
Crown seeks prison time for Kelowna freedom rally organizer
David Lindsay's court date brought in its usual contingent of supporters, keen on expressing their affection the well-established vexatious litigant.
Crime
Apr 12
City council looking at denser housing in Vancouver’s Shaughnessy neighbourhood
Bill 44, adopted by the Provincial legislature in November 2023, will allow for increased maximum densities for the purpose of creating new “small-scale, multi-unit housing.”
Canada
Apr 18
Wildfire brought under control in Lac Ste. Anne County, evacuation alert dropped
It's dry, windy and warming up in Alberta, where the risk of wildfires was put on display Monday when a rural area near Onoway was briefly told to be prepared to evacuate.
Fire
Apr 22
Biden administration moves to close loophole on background checks for gun purchases
The rule, which was finalized this week, makes clear that anyone who sells firearms predominantly to earn a profit must be federally licensed and conduct background checks.
U.S. News
Apr 11
Man buys $19K Cartier earrings for $19 thanks to pricing error
Rogelio Villarreal bought two pairs of the earrings, made of 18-carat rose gold and 142 individual diamonds, while they were listed for the wrong price on Cartier's website.
Trending
May 1
Here’s where Canada’s first Shake Shack will open in downtown Toronto
When Shake Shack crosses the border into Canada later this year, it will make its debut at the northeast corner of Yonge-Dundas Square in Toronto with a 5,500 square-foot space
Canada
Apr 30