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CTV News - Toronto Wednesday, July 3, 2024 6:00 AM Ontario man suffers cardiac arrest in Florida. This is why insurance won't cover his $620,000 hospital bill       An Ontario man who wanted to spend time with his family in Florida was hospitalized after suffering a cardiac arrest at the airport as he was about to fly back to Canada.

CTV News - Toronto Wednesday, July 3, 2024 5:39 AM Police say they will enforce judge's order that U of T encampment must come down       The Toronto Police Service says it will enforce a court order granted yesterday that says demonstrators at a pro-Palestinian protest encampment at the University of Toronto must dismantle the site by 6 p.m. today.

CTV News - Toronto Wednesday, July 3, 2024 6:16 AM Man in hospital after stabbing in downtown Toronto       A man suffered non-life-threatening injuries after a stabbing in the city's downtown core early Wednesday morning.

CTV News - Toronto Wednesday, July 3, 2024 6:12 AM More than 5,500 heat pumps recalled in Canada due to potential risk of 'excessive heat exposure'       Health Canada is recalling a variety thousands of popular heat pumps across the country due to a potential risk of 'excessive heat exposure.'

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Wednesday, July 3, 2024 6:52 AM Hurricane Beryl roars toward Jamaica after killing at least 6 people in the southeast Caribbean       Hurricane Beryl was roaring toward Jamaica on Wednesday, with islanders scrambling to make preparations after the powerful Category 4 storm earlier killed at least six people and caused significant damage in the southeast Caribbean.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Wednesday, July 3, 2024 6:00 AM Ontario man suffers cardiac arrest in Florida. This is why insurance won't cover his $620,000 hospital bill       An Ontario man who wanted to spend time with his family in Florida was hospitalized after suffering a cardiac arrest at the airport as he was about to fly back to Canada.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Wednesday, July 3, 2024 6:12 AM More than 5,500 heat pumps recalled in Canada due to potential risk of 'excessive heat exposure'       Health Canada is recalling a variety thousands of popular heat pumps across the country due to a potential risk of 'excessive heat exposure.'

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Wednesday, July 3, 2024 7:50 AM Are financial advisors just glorified salespeople?       Financial advisors can be an excellent resource for busy consumers, but recent allegations against employees of major Canadian banks have raised questions about the integrity of financial advice. Personal finance contributor Christopher Liew addresses some of these concerns and highlights the distinction between unethical practices and the genuine value that good advisors can offer.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Wednesday, July 3, 2024 6:41 AM How did a religious gathering in India turn into a deadly stampede?       More than 120 people died in a stampede after a religious gathering in northern India, making it one of the deadliest such accidents in recent years.

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 7:49 AM $1.8 million given toward climate change resilience for African Nova Scotian communities       The province is investing nearly $2 million to help African Nova Scotian communities adapt to climate change. Twenty-five communities will receive climate resilience plans.

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 7:37 AM Justin Trudeau to miss this year's Calgary Stampede, his office says       The annual 10-day rodeo and festival is usually a must-do event for politicians and Trudeau hasn't missed a summer except for the COVID-19 years of 2020 and 2021.

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 6:09 AM Toronto police say they will enforce judge's order that U of T encampment must come down       Toronto Police say it will enforce a court order that says demonstrators at a pro-Palestinian protest encampment at the University of Toronto must dismantle the site by 6 p.m.

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 4:00 AM High cost of housing has two in five new immigrants thinking of moving: poll       The most common preferred destination for those thinking of moving within Canadca is Alberta -- but 42 per cent said they'd leave the country altogether because of housing costs.

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 4:00 AM How constant work on a Montreal bridge is plaguing some businesses: 'I'm just worried'       There is heavy traffic and reduced lanes on the Île-aux-Tourtes bridge, a busy span that connects Vaudreuil-Dorion to Montreal. Local business owners are feeling the pinch.

Toronto Sun Wednesday, July 3, 2024 7:47 AM FDA approves Eli Lilly Alzheimer's drug that slows cognitive decline       Kisunla, the brand name for donanemab, is one of the few treatments developed for Alzheimer's that modifies the underlying disease

Toronto Sun Wednesday, July 3, 2024 7:00 AM Letters to the Editor, July 3, 2024       TRUDEAU THE MEGALOMANIAC Many Canadians have come to realize that Trudeau is a megalomaniacal narcissist. He believes he is destined for the world stage and Canada was just a stepping stone for him to implant his vision on the world. Canada hosts the G7 next year. Trudeau gets to be president of the G7. He […]

Toronto Sun Wednesday, July 3, 2024 6:00 AM DEAR ABBY: Woman shamefully targets man with disabilities       DEAR ABBY: My son "Ethan" is a visually impaired adult with disabilities. He's articulate, down to earth and joyful to be around. He's a homeowner in a nice area of town. A woman we met through the Nextdoor app bought an expensive winter coat from us very cheap. She and her husband know Ethan is […]

Toronto Sun Wednesday, July 3, 2024 2:00 AM SUNshine Girl Jessica       SUNshine Girl Jessica, our 5-foot-8 Scorpio is an outdoorsy kind of girl – enjoying hiking, biking and camping – but not in the winter. She is hoping to get her motorcycle licence for some hot Harley riding. (JACK BOLAND/Toronto Sun)

Toronto Sun Wednesday, July 3, 2024 2:00 AM Steve Nease cartoon, July 3, 2024       Steve Nease

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, July 3, 2024 7:53 AM Delta flight diverts to New York after passengers are served spoiled food       NEW YORK (AP) — A Delta flight from Detroit to Amsterdam was diverted to New York's Kennedy Airport on Wednesday after passengers were served spoiled food, airline officials said. The redeye flight took off from Detroit around 11 p.m. Tuesday and landed in New York at 4 a.m. "after reports that a portion of the […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, July 3, 2024 7:32 AM Missing nuts and bolts caused last year's deadly construction elevator accident in Sweden       COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) — A construction elevator that killed five people when it collapsed last year in Stockholm was missing the bolts that were supposed to hold its mast together, authorities said Wednesday. The deadly crash "was caused by failure to perform relevant safety inspections of the hoist assembly," the Swedish Accident Investigation Authority said. […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, July 3, 2024 7:17 AM Trump revels in legal and political wins while Biden's campaign reels from their debate       NEW YORK (AP) — Donald Trump likes to be the one in the spotlight. But in the days since President Joe Biden's disastrous debate performance, the presumptive Republican nominee has kept a low profile, leaving the focus on the drama engulfing the Democratic Party as he and his campaign revel in a series of legal […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, July 3, 2024 7:09 AM Former Northern Ireland unionist leader ordered to stand trial for alleged sex offenses       LONDON (AP) — A judge on Wednesday ordered the former leader of Northern Ireland's biggest unionist party to stand trial on charges of rape and sexual offenses. Ex-Democratic Unionist Party leader Jeffrey Donaldson, 61, faces one charge of rape, four counts of gross indecency and 13 indecent assault charges dating between 1985 and 2008. The […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, July 3, 2024 7:08 AM Anti-settlement group says Israel has made largest West Bank land seizure in 3 decades       JERUSALEM (AP) — An anti-settlement watchdog says Israel has approved the largest seizure of land in the occupied West Bank in over three decades. Peace Now said Wednesday that authorities recently approved the appropriation of 12.7 square kilometers (nearly 5 square miles) of land in the Jordan Valley. The group's data indicate it was the […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, July 3, 2024 6:53 AM Which is the Better SUV? Edmunds compares the new Toyota Land Cruiser and Lexus GX       Toyota has come out with an all-new 2024 Land Cruiser. This latest model of this long-running SUV is smaller and less expensive than before and comes with a hybrid powertrain that gets better fuel economy than the previous V8. Yet, true to tradition, the Land Cruiser comes standard with four-wheel drive and ample ground clearance […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, July 3, 2024 6:41 AM Egypt swears in a new Cabinet as mounting economic challenges fuel public discontent       CAIRO (AP) — Egypt's new Cabinet was sworn in Wednesday as the country faces an ailing economy and raging conflicts in neighboring nations. The new Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Mustafa Madbouly, who has been in office since 2018, included major changes, particularly in the defense and economy-related portfolios. Some ministers, including those in charge […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, July 3, 2024 6:32 AM 1 man hurt when home in rural Wisconsin explodes, authorities say       LAFAYETTE, Wis. (AP) — A house in southeastern Wisconsin exploded Tuesday, injuring one man who was found trapped in rubble in the basement, authorities said. Calls to 911 reported the explosion about 2:15 p.m. in Lafayette, the Walworth County Sheriff's Office said. Deputies arrived about 15 minutes later and saw that the house was completely […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, July 3, 2024 6:18 AM Taliban and US envoys have discussed the release of 2 American prisoners at third Doha meeting       ISLAMABAD (AP) — The Taliban's delegation to the third United Nations-led Doha meeting on increasing engagement with Afghanistan met with U.S. envoys on the sidelines and discussed the two Americans imprisoned in the central Asian country. Zabihullah Mujahid told reporters in Kabul Wednesday that the meeting aimed at "finding a solution." He said: "During our […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, July 3, 2024 6:15 AM At least 7 arrested in Germany and Sweden on suspicion of committing war crimes in Syria       COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) — At least seven people have been arrested in Germany and Sweden on suspicion of committing crimes against humanity and war crimes in Syria in 2012-2014, authorities in the two countries said Wednesday. In a coordinated effort that also involved the European Union judicial cooperation agency Eurojust, the EU police agency Europol, […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, July 3, 2024 6:11 AM Negotiations ongoing between LCBO, union as Friday strike looms       Negotiations continue between the Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO) and the union representing thousands of workers as a strike deadline looms. Long lines are likely at LCBO stores across the province this week as 10,000 workers prepare to strike if a deal isn't reached by 12:01 a.m. on Friday. Should workers walk off the […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, July 3, 2024 5:12 AM Backbencher booted from caucus after controversial meeting criticizes Doug Ford       A former Progressive Conservative backbencher in Premier Doug Ford's government says she is disappointed with his "unilateral decision" to remove her from caucus. Goldie Ghamari, who represents the Ottawa-area riding of Carleton, was booted from caucus on Friday for what Ford called repeated lapses of judgment. Ghamari came under fire last week after a virtual […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, July 3, 2024 5:08 AM Biden will bestow the Medal of Honor on 2 Civil War heroes who helped hijack a train in confederacy       WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden will award the Medal of Honor for conspicuous gallantry on Wednesday to two Union soldiers who stole a locomotive deep in Confederate territory during the Civil War and drove it north for 87 miles (140 kilometers) as they destroyed railroad tracks and telegraph lines. U.S. Army Pvts. Philip G. […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, July 3, 2024 5:06 AM Hurricane Beryl roars toward Jamaica after killing at least 6 people in the southeast Caribbean       KINGSTON, Jamaica (AP) — Hurricane Beryl was roaring toward Jamaica on Wednesday, with islanders scrambling to make preparations after the powerful Category 4 storm earlier killed at least six people and caused significant damage in the southeast Caribbean. In Kingston, people boarded up windows, fishermen pulled their boats out of the water before sitting around […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, July 3, 2024 5:03 AM A French citizen pleads guilty to charges of collecting military data in Russia, state media say       MOSCOW (AP) — A French citizen arrested in Russia has pleaded guilty to criminal charges involving illegally collecting information on military issues in the country, state news agency Tass said Wednesday. Laurent Vinatier was arrested in the Russian capital in June as tensions flared between Moscow and Paris following French President Emmanuel Macron's comments about […]

G-Alt cp24.com Wednesday, July 3, 2024 2:49 AM Hurricane Beryl heads toward Jamaica after devastating southeast Caribbean | CP24.com       Hurricane Beryl roared through open waters Tuesday as a powerful Category 4 storm heading toward Jamaica after earlier crossing islands in the ...

G-Alt cp24.com Wednesday, July 3, 2024 12:05 AM CTV National News: Unsportsmanlike conduct in B.C. | CP24.com       Police are investigating a shocking brawl on a golf course in B.C. and the whole thing was caught on camera. Andrew Johnson reports.

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, July 3, 2024 6:00 AM Today's letters: Canada Day — thanks for the Snowbirds' display       Wednesday, July 3: Readers loved the aerial show on Canada Day, but also have a few suggestions. You can write to us too, at letters@ottawacitizen.com

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, July 3, 2024 4:00 AM Naloxone, risk reduction knowledge can help keep people safer this summer: Ottawa Public Health       "We really want as many people as possible to get trained and to have naloxone on them. You just never know where (an overdose) could happen."

Windsor Star Wednesday, July 3, 2024 7:57 AM Two arrested after road-rage incident in Windsor Sunday       Two people have been arrested in connection with a road-rage incident June 30.  Windsor police responded to the area of Pillette Road and Wyandotte Street following a report of an incident at about 10 p.m. Police say a 33-year-old male was driving his Chrysler 300 northbound on Pillette with an adult female passenger and a […]

Windsor Star Wednesday, July 3, 2024 7:00 AM Reader letter: Blight amid beauty along Windsor riverfront park       Always a pleasure visiting Windsor's riverfront shoreline park this time of year. So much to see and enjoy. City workers busy cleaning, pruning, manicuring, policing, offering cart tours, ATVs flush with lawn care equipment. The river itself is bustling with cruise and sight-seeing boats, anglers spread out along the railing in the shadows of a […]

Ottawa Sun Wednesday, July 3, 2024 4:00 AM YOU SAID IT: Feeling sorry for Biden       Here are today's Ottawa Sun letters to the editor.

National Observer Wednesday, July 3, 2024 5:13 AM Small island developing states need finance to tackle the climate crisis       Damage from extreme weather is disproportionately borne by Small Island Developing States.

National Observer Wednesday, July 3, 2024 5:13 AM Foreign visitors want to experience Indigenous tourism, but federal supports lacking: internal documents       Indigenous tourism businesses faced barriers accessing government support over the pandemic, despite suffering from "disproportionately negative impacts" of the travel restrictions and economic chaos of that time, according to internal documents.

National Observer Wednesday, July 3, 2024 5:13 AM Plan to wean B.C. off fossil fuels avoids vital question: How?       A new provincial plan charting how B.C. can replace fossil fuels with electricity and low-carbon power offers too few details, observers say.

National Observer Wednesday, July 3, 2024 5:13 AM Public outcry grows over abrupt closure of Ontario Science Centre by Ford government       The Ford government announced the closure of the Ontario Science Centre on June 21, immediately canceling summer camps and barring entry to new visitors. According to the province, the sudden closure was necessary due to a new report from professional engineers, which found serious structural issues with the building.

National Observer Wednesday, July 3, 2024 5:13 AM There's a fossil fuel fox in the henhouse as Ottawa develops a clean hydrogen economy       Canada is going big on hydrogen with billions of dollars of public money on the line. But according to documents obtained by Canada's National Observer, the fossil fuel industry is deeply entrenched in the country's hydrogen strategy.

Montreal Gazette Wednesday, July 3, 2024 7:55 AM Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to visit Montreal on Wednesday       Trudeau will make a community infrastructure announcement and take part in a Liberal fundraising event.

Montreal Gazette Wednesday, July 3, 2024 7:38 AM Montreal weather: July is shaping up to be doggedly hot       Wednesday's forecast 30 C is around five degrees warmer than the average July 3, according to Environment Canada.

Montreal Gazette Wednesday, July 3, 2024 7:01 AM Hydro partners with Indigenous communities, municipality for potential wind farms       The zone could accommodate up to 3,000 megawatts of wind capacity and include several wind farms. Investments could total $9 billion.

Montreal Gazette Wednesday, July 3, 2024 6:15 AM Montreal International Jazz Fest, July 3: Critic's choice       We help you narrow your choices at Montreal's biggest music festival.

Montreal Gazette Wednesday, July 3, 2024 6:01 AM English Parents' Committee president Korakakis running to be EMSB chair       The current administration is disconnected from the financial and academic challenges English schools are facing, she said.

Montreal Gazette Wednesday, July 3, 2024 6:00 AM Don't get carried away with Alouettes' 4-0 start, Danny Maciocia says       "We've seen this movie before and don't get caught up in any of that crap. We live for the moment," Montreal's general manager says.

Montreal Gazette Wednesday, July 3, 2024 6:00 AM Neurodivergent youth are behind the counter at this Hampstead café-snack bar       The new employees are told that most people will be kind and supportive and if they aren't, "we will be there to catch it."

Montreal Gazette Wednesday, July 3, 2024 6:00 AM Christopher Labos: Too many take Aspirin when they shouldn't       Guidelines and recommendations have moved away from routine use for primary prevention. Here's why.

Calgary Herald Wednesday, July 3, 2024 7:00 AM And They're Off: The first chuckwagons and first pancake breakfast pix from the archives – The Stampede in the 1920s       The Calgary Stampede has long been a part of this city's history. In recognition of this year's event, we're sharing archival photo highlights and and events of note from decades of the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth. This instalment: The Stampede in the 1920s. Chronology of Calgary Stampede: 1920s 1921-22: The Calgary Industrial Exhibition Co. […]

Calgary Sun Wednesday, July 3, 2024 7:00 AM Letters, July 3, 2024: 'Our leadership is flagging'       Flagging this Driving around my neighbourhood on Canada Day, I did not see many Canadian flags. My local Tim Hortons was not displaying any either. I gave my opinion and walked out. Is it just Toronto, the Euro Cup or are we just asleep? I saw one Canadian flag outside an Irish pub. Please, Pierre […]

Calgary Sun Wednesday, July 3, 2024 7:00 AM HILL and FUSS: Many Gen Z and millennial Canadians don't believe in EV corporate welfare       According to a new Leger poll, a significant percentage of Gen Z and millennial Canadians don't believe billions of dollars in government subsidies to build electric vehicle (EV) plants — including $5 billion to Honda, $13.2 billion to Volkswagen and $15 billion to Stellantis — will benefit them. And based on a large body of […]