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Thousands of Team Germany and Ivory Coast fans at Toronto Stadium for third FIFA World Cup match to be played in TorontoToronto has welcomed thousands of fans from Germany and the Ivory Coast to the city on Saturday, for the 3rd of 6 FIFA World Cup Matches being held at Toronto Stadium. As Lexy Benedict reports, a sea of German fans brought the energy, and say they love the atmosphere of the FIFA World Cup in...CanadaJun 20
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LNG deal between Canada and GermanyA big step for Canada as the federal government tries to diversify and grow the economy with new economic partners, as an LNG deal is signed with Germany. Werner Antweiler, Economics Professor at the UBC Sauder School of Business joins Jennifer Palma.CanadaMay 27
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Canada inks long-term deal with Germany for LNGThe federal government is announcing it is signing a long-term LNG supply deal with Germany. The liquefied natural gas will come from the Ksi Lisims project off the coast of Northern B.C. Ben O’Hara-Byrne has more.Global News Hour at 6 BCMay 27
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Canada strikes landmark energy deal to export LNG to GermanyThe federal natural resources minister has announced an agreement that will see the Ksi Lisims project in northern British Columbia supply liquefied natural gas to a German utility for up to 20 years. Tim Hodgson said on Wednesday that Securing Energy for Europe, a German-owned energy company, is to buy one-million tonnes per year from...CanadaMay 27
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Obstacles to overcome before Canada’s LNG deal with Germany becomes realityCanada has agreed to sell one million tonnes of liquified natural gas (LNG) per year from a proposed export terminal in northern British Columbia to Germany. Jillian Piper explains how the deal highlights both countries’ desire to diversify, and why the plan has several hurdles ahead.Global NationalMay 27
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Hostages freed, suspect at large after bank holdup in Germany: policeAt least one suspect is still at large after taking multiple people hostage at a Sinzig, Germany bank on Friday. The two hostages — which included one cash transport driver — were released unharmed after being locked in a room, a Koblenz Police spokesperson said.CrimeMay 8
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US withdrawing 5,000 troops from GermanyThe Pentagon announced Friday it would withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany following a spat between U.S. President Donald Trump and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz over the ongoing Iran war. Mackenzie Gray has more.U.S. NewsMay 2
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Whale stranded near Germany, private team working to rescue 12-tonne mammalA member of a private rescue group said Saturday that bureaucracy was delaying the rescue of a humpback whale stranded along the Baltic Coast. Veterinarian Janine Bahr-van Gemmert said that every step had to be approved by the German government. “Anything that isn’t 100 per cent in line with the specified plan requires written authorization....WorldApr 18
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Europe could be in for record setting temperatures this summerSeeking water and avoiding the sun, Parisians are struggling with the heat. “The city is hell when it’s so hot,” says one resident. Europe is baking. On Monday, parts of France saw their highest recorded temperatures. Over the weekend alcohol consumption was temporarily banned to encourage hydration. Forty people drowned trying to cool down, the...WeatherJun 23
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Building Bright Futures: Liam Desre’s science fair project wins goldThis week on Building Bright Futures, Kaytlyn Poberznick sits down with grade 9 student, Liam Desre. Liam’s science fair project won gold at the national scale, sending him to Germany in the fall. If you know a young person in our community who should be featured on Building Bright Futures, let us know. Nominate them...ScienceJun 5
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Global National: June 20After what appeared to be a breakthrough agreement to end the conflict in the Middle East, Iran said it has closed the Strait of Hormuz, citing continued fighting in Lebanon. However, the United States insists the waterway remains open. As Candice Cole reports, the conflicting reports come as U.S. Vice-President JD Vance travels to Switzerland...Global NationalJun 20
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‘Bad for the region’: German locals react to US troop withdrawalThe Pentagon announced it would withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany following a spat between U.S. President Donald Trump and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz over the ongoing Iran war. Local residents of the western German town Landstuhl, near the U.S. air base in Ramstein, expressed concerns over the impact it would have on the community.U.S. NewsMay 2
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Why is Pickering’s only outdoor pool closing for 7 years straight?With summer around the corner, it’s a source of frustration every year for Pickering residents. The city’s only outdoor pool, located in the Petticoat Creek Conservation Area, will now be closed for seven years straight with reopening date in sight.May 22
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Durham elementary students compete in Lego robotics competitionPutting their coding skills and STEM knowledge to the test, grades four to six students across the Durham Catholic District School Board competed in the board’s first Lego robotics competition.May 22
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City of Pickering cracks down on illegal dumpingThe City of Pickering is cracking down on illegal dumping—a problem, officials say, has been growing across the province. Since launching its anti-littering campaign, ‘That’s so trash’ last spring, complaints about illegal dumping have increased about 25%, and out of those complaints, more than 60 charges have been laid by municipal bylaw enforcement.May 22
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Is Putin living mostly underground now, afraid of Ukraine’s drones and missiles striking deeper?Russian troops are preparing for the annual May 9 Victory Day parade, that celebrates the Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany in 1945. The Kremlin announced a ceasefire with Ukraine so the parade can take place amid Ukrainian drones and missiles striking deeper into Russia. Ukraine’s foreign ministry called the May 9 ceasefire offer “manipulation”...WorldMay 5
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Global National: May 2The Pentagon announced Friday it would withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany following a spat between U.S. President Donald Trump and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz over the ongoing Iran war. Mackenzie Gray has more. Canadians who cross the border to catch cheap flights have one less option after the collapse of Spirit Airlines in the United...Global NationalMay 2
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Dog walker can’t sue for damages after being bitten on the job in Oshawa: Ontario’s Court of AppealOntario’s highest court has ruled a dog walker who was bitten on the job can’t sue her clients for damages because she is considered the dog’s “owner” at the time, under provincial law. The Ontario Court of Appeal’s decision says that in March 2022, the dog walker, Amanda Nigro had worked for her clients, an...May 11
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Oshawa dog mom gets terminally ill pet final snow experienceFacing a terminal cancer prognosis for her dog, an Oshawa woman wanted to give her beloved pet one final chance to play in the snow. Of course, the white stuff is tough to find this time of year–until a ski resort answered the call. Germain Ma has the story.May 11
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DDSB event aims to inspire, empower Black male studentsFor young Black boys, it can be challenging to find role models and ways to meaningfully connect. That’s why Black educators with the Durham District School Board are working to change that. Their annual event, ‘The Cypher: Black Male Empowerment Conference’ aims to inspire youth. Germain Ma has the story.May 7