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CTV News - Toronto Friday, July 19, 2024 6:50 AM Global IT outage having widespread impacts in Toronto. Here is the latest       A global technology outage impacting businesses around the world has led to flight cancellations in Toronto this morning, with Porter Airlines grounding all flights until 3 p.m.

CTV News - Toronto Friday, July 19, 2024 9:12 AM This is the list of disruptions in Toronto due to the global IT outage       A global technology outage impacting businesses around the world has led to major disruptions in the GTA and other parts of Ontario.

CTV News - Toronto Friday, July 19, 2024 11:05 AM Some travellers stranded at Toronto Pearson, Billy Bishop airports due to Microsoft outage       Porter Airlines has cancelled flights until 3 p.m. Friday due to a global IT outage, leaving some travellers in Toronto with their vacation plans up in the air.

CTV News - Toronto Friday, July 19, 2024 6:00 AM Ontario woman says she was sold 'crumbling' house despite home inspection        As an Ontario woman put away her China dishes after Christmas Dinner in 2018, she noticed her cabinet doors refused to shut.

CTV News - Toronto Friday, July 19, 2024 7:37 AM Trudeau taps MacKinnon to be new labour minister, ahead of cabinet meeting       Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has named Steven MacKinnon as Canada's new minister of labour and seniors, filling a fresh vacancy on his front bench, left by outgoing minister Seamus O'Regan.

CTV News - Toronto Friday, July 19, 2024 6:11 AM Global technology outage from faulty software update disrupts flights, banks, media outlets and companies       A global technology outage caused by a faulty software update grounded flights, knocked banks and media outlets offline, and disrupted hospitals, small businesses and other services on Friday, highlighting the fragility of a digitized world dependent on just a handful of providers.

CTV News - Toronto Friday, July 19, 2024 8:18 AM Has the global technology outage disrupted your morning? We want to hear from you       A global technology outage has disrupted flights, media outlets, and turned banks offline in a blow to services and companies around the world Friday. CTVNews.ca wants to hear how this has impacted you.

CTV News - Toronto Friday, July 19, 2024 6:15 AM How a new 911 system in Ontario could improve public safety       An upgrade to 911 systems in Ontario is setting the stage for more efficient emergency responses, in what one official calls "public safety's Halley's comet moment."

CTV News - Toronto Friday, July 19, 2024 5:33 AM 'Drink different': LCBO strike an opportunity for the sober-curious       Cristian Villamarin says he's been sober-curious for around a decade, but for a long time he was not impressed with the offerings when it came to non-alcoholic wines and beers.

CTV News - Toronto Friday, July 19, 2024 6:44 AM Toronto Blue Jays host Detroit Tigers after all-star break, West road trip       The Toronto Blue Jays are back home after a nine-game road trip and MLB all-star break.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Friday, July 19, 2024 8:41 AM Widespread tech outage affects Canadian airports, hospitals and border crossings       A global technology outage grounded flights, disrupted hospitals and backed up border crossings in Canada on Friday, as issues persisted hours after problems with Microsoft services were said to be getting fixed.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Friday, July 19, 2024 8:24 AM Here's the latest on Canadian impacts of the global IT outage       The latest developments on the Canadian impacts of the global technology outage that is causing massive disruptions to companies and services around the world.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Friday, July 19, 2024 7:37 AM Trudeau taps MacKinnon to be new labour minister, ahead of cabinet meeting       Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has named Steven MacKinnon as Canada's new minister of labour and seniors, filling a fresh vacancy on his front bench, left by outgoing minister Seamus O'Regan.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Friday, July 19, 2024 11:39 AM How the CrowdStrike global IT outage affected a Canadian business       A global technology outage linked to a faulty software update has had a ripple effect on a Canadian business.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Friday, July 19, 2024 9:54 AM Biden is staying in the race despite support 'slippage': Campaign chair       U.S. President Joe Biden's campaign is insisting anew that he is not stepping aside as he faces the stark reality that many Democrats at the highest levels want him to bow out of the 2024 election to make way for a new nominee and try to prevent widespread party losses in November.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Friday, July 19, 2024 9:41 AM What we know about the reasons behind global internet outage       A Canadian technology analyst says a failed update from a key cybersecurity provider shows the nearly 'universal' use of Windows products for key digital infrastructure and highlights how quickly security issues can start to cascade.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Friday, July 19, 2024 11:12 AM Recalled plant-based milk brands must rebuild trust by apologizing: marketers       Marketing experts say two brands that recently had to recall plant-based milk contaminated with Listeria can come back from the deadly outbreak, but they must move quickly to regain consumer trust.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Friday, July 19, 2024 9:23 AM No guarantees for Canada if Trump is president again       The most striking thing about walking the floor of the Republican National Convention (RNC) is seeing just how much this is Donald Trump's party, CTV News' Vassy Kapelos says.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Friday, July 19, 2024 11:57 AM Hundreds of firefighters gather for funeral of former chief killed in Trump rally shooting       A fire truck carried Corey Comperatore's flag-draped casket to a Pennsylvania church on Friday for the funeral of the former fire chief, who was shot and killed when a gunman tried to assassinate former U.S. president Donald Trump last weekend.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Friday, July 19, 2024 6:00 AM Canadian families will receive more in their next Canada Child Benefit payment. Here's why        Canadian families receiving Canada Child Benefit program payments can expect more cash in their cheques this Friday.

Friday, July 19, 2024 11:48 AM Ball hockey referee left with fractured skull, jaw after removing player from game       The North American Ball Hockey Players Association reported the official was hit Tuesday night after expelling the player from a game in Quebec.

Friday, July 19, 2024 11:45 AM IT outage affecting people around the globe, including Winnipeg mayor       The mayor was in the U.S. attending a leadership training conference with almost 40 other mayors from around the world, and so far hasn't been able to leave the Big Apple

Friday, July 19, 2024 11:25 AM 'Halley's comet moment': How a new 911 system could improve public safety       The new system – called Next Generation 9-1-1 – replaces decades-old analog technology in emergency communication centres with a digital network.

Friday, July 19, 2024 11:15 AM Alberta wildfire threatening Chipewyan Lake community spurs evacuation order       Chipewyan Lake is located about 450 kilometres north of Edmonton. Residents have been told to evacuate immediately.

Friday, July 19, 2024 10:45 AM CrowdStrike outage: Some Canadian hospitals impacted. Here's where       A widespread tech outage reportedly, triggered by a software update from cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike, disrupted operations at airports, airlines, banks and hospitals.

Friday, July 19, 2024 10:14 AM Accused in Coutts blockade trial testifies he feared food shortages, questioned COVID-19 vaccine       Chris Carbert began testifying in his own defence Thursday at the murder-conspiracy trial in Lethbridge.

Friday, July 19, 2024 10:01 AM Manitoba RCMP continue to search after body of second missing fisherman found       Mounties in northern Manitoba say they've found the body of one of two fishermen who were still unaccounted for after going missing on Lake Winnipeg in late June.

Friday, July 19, 2024 9:45 AM Montreal law students convince federal justice minister to review two convictions       Project Innocence Quebec is an initiative of Lida Sara Nouraie, who began the effort in 2002 as a student. She was named as a judge to the Quebec court last November.

Friday, July 19, 2024 9:41 AM Donald Trump urges unity in RNC speech, but sticks to populist message       Trump. known best for his bombast and aggressive rhetoric, began his acceptance speech with a softer and deeply personal message that drew directly from his brush with death.

Friday, July 19, 2024 9:20 AM Will Kamala Harris make a good president? Most Democrats think so, poll shows       A new poll from the AP-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research found that about 6 in 10 Democrats believe Kamala Harris would do a good job in the top slot.

Toronto Sun Friday, July 19, 2024 11:53 AM Building plan may put pressure on home prices: Canada's housing minister       (Bloomberg) — Canada's housing minister says the government's efforts to ramp up homebuilding may help bring prices down in some markets, even though that's not the objective. Sean Fraser said the government's intention is to improve affordability over time, as workers' wages rise and it implements its strategy to create more townhouses, fourplexes and apartments. […]

Toronto Sun Friday, July 19, 2024 11:53 AM Liberal House leader Steven MacKinnon sworn in as labour minister       The tweak to Trudeau's cabinet comes as questions swirl around the Liberals' political future

Toronto Sun Friday, July 19, 2024 11:51 AM Trump vows to end electric vehicle 'mandate' on day one       (Bloomberg) — Former President Donald Trump used his nomination speech to take aim at President Joe Biden's electric vehicle policies, vowing to action against them on his first day in office. "I will end the electric vehicle mandate on day one," Trump said in his address at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. The move […]

Toronto Sun Friday, July 19, 2024 11:50 AM Hundreds of firefighters gather for funeral of former chief killed in Trump rally shooting       CABOT, Pa. (AP) — A fire truck carried Corey Comperatore's flag-draped casket to a Pennsylvania church on Friday for the funeral of the former fire chief, who was shot and killed when a gunman tried to assassinate former President Donald Trump last weekend. Hundreds of firefighters arrived at the church in a procession of over […]

Toronto Sun Friday, July 19, 2024 11:38 AM Italian judge orders journalist to pay up for making fun of Giorgia Meloni's height       The judge ruled that two social media posts amounted to 'body shaming'

Toronto Sun Friday, July 19, 2024 11:31 AM Top court says government can be held liable for making unconstitutional laws       OTTAWA — The Supreme Court of Canada says governments can be required to pay damages for making unconstitutional laws. In a new ruling, a majority of the top court says governments have a limited liability for drafting and passing laws that are later found to violate the Charter. The decision paves the way for a […]

Toronto Sun Friday, July 19, 2024 10:53 AM Canadian man latest in slew of Colombia mystery deaths       So far in 2024, 39 foreigners have died mysteriously in Medellin

Toronto Sun Friday, July 19, 2024 10:52 AM Spain players Morata and Rodri face UEFA disciplinary case over Gibraltar song at Euro 2024 party       NYON, Switzerland (AP) — UEFA has started a disciplinary process against Spain captain Alvaro Morata and player of the tournament Rodri for singing about a sovereignty claim on Gibraltar at the team's European Championship title celebration. UEFA said a disciplinary inspector "is being appointed to evaluate a potential violation" of its rules by the two […]

Toronto Sun Friday, July 19, 2024 10:41 AM Canadian impacts of the global technology outage include Porter flight cancellations       The latest developments on the Canadian impacts of the global technology outage that is causing massive disruptions to companies and services around the world. All times Eastern: _ 10:30 a.m. Porter Airlines says it is extending flight cancellations until 3:00 p.m. because of the third-party system outages affecting global industries. The company had previously extended […]

Toronto Sun Friday, July 19, 2024 10:39 AM Republicans emerge from their convention thrilled with Trump       MILWAUKEE (AP) — The last time Republicans gathered for a full convention, they were plagued by internal division and fear. Morale was near rock bottom. And the party's presidential nominee showed little desire, or capacity, to add new voters to his political coalition. What a difference eight years make. The Republican officials, strategists and activists […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, July 19, 2024 11:40 AM Tunisian presidential candidate Lotfi Mraihi barred from contesting elections for life       TUNIS, Tunisia (AP) — A Tunisian court on Friday sentenced a presidential candidate Lotfi Mraihi to eight months in prison and banned him from contesting elections for life, in the latest move to stifle opponents of President Kais Saied in the upcoming October election which critics call a sham. The court found Mraihi guilty of […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, July 19, 2024 11:39 AM Adidas 'revising' campaign for retro shoes that drew criticism from Israel       BERLIN (AP) — Adidas said Friday that it is "revising" its campaign for running shoes inspired by a design dating back to the time of the 1972 Munich Olympics, which has drawn criticism from Israel over the involvement of supermodel Bella Hadid. The German-based sportswear company has been advertising the SL72 shoes, which it describes […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, July 19, 2024 11:36 AM S&P/TSX composite index moves lower Friday, U.S. markets also down       TORONTO — Canada's main stock index moved lower on Friday, as companies and organizations around the world grappled with outages stemming from a faulty CrowdStrike software update, while U.S. stock markets also fell. The S&P/TSX composite index was down 35.02 points at 22,691.74. In New York, the Dow Jones industrial average was down 333.76 points […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, July 19, 2024 11:30 AM Vermont farmers take stock after losing crops to flooding two years in a row       BARNET, Vt. (AP) — Exactly one year to the date of last year's severe flooding in Vermont, Joe's Brook Farm was flooded again by the remnants of Hurricane Beryl. This time it was worse. Workers were able to harvest some of the produce before last week's flooding, but the family-owned vegetable farm still lost 90% […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, July 19, 2024 11:29 AM IndyCar drivers hit the track in Toronto as 2024 Honda Indy opens with first practice       IndyCar drivers will take to the track on Friday for the first practice at the 2024 Ontario Dealers Honda Indy in Toronto. The race is set for Sunday on the street circuit at Exhibition Place. Spain's Alex Palou leads the NTT IndyCar Series with 379 points, 35 ahead of Australia's Will Power heading into the weekend. Danish […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, July 19, 2024 11:24 AM Two men shot dead in Montreal, the city's 19th and 20th homicides in 2024       MONTREAL — Montreal police have opened a homicide investigation after two men in their 30s were gunned down early Friday in the city's St-Michel neighbourhood. Police were alerted to gunshots on 25th Avenue near Robert Boulevard around 1:50 a.m. Officers found two men at the scene suffering from gunshot wounds. Both men were transported in […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, July 19, 2024 11:23 AM Tiger Woods ends his season by missing the cut in the British Open       TROON, Scotland (AP) — Tiger Woods ended his season Friday in the British Open by missing the cut for the third straight time in a major. He shot a 6-over 77. Woods set a record at the Masters by making the cut for the 24th consecutive time. That was the only tournament this year — […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, July 19, 2024 11:21 AM Top court says government can be held liable for making unconstitutional laws       OTTAWA — The Supreme Court of Canada says governments can be required to pay damages for making unconstitutional laws. In a new ruling, a majority of the top court says governments have a limited liability for drafting and passing laws that are later found to violate the Charter. The decision paves the way for a […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, July 19, 2024 11:20 AM 5 people, including 4 children, killed in Alabama shooting       MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Five people, including four children, were killed in a Thursday night shooting in central Alabama, authorities said. Brandon Kendrick, 32, was arrested on multiple counts of capital murder for the death of a woman and four children in Bibb County, court records show. The children were all under the age of […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, July 19, 2024 11:17 AM At least three dead in Haiti after boat catches fire during escape attempt       PORT-AU-PRINCE (AP) — At least three people were dead and up to 40 others remain missing after a boat in the waters off northern Haiti caught fire with up to 80 Haitians on board trying to escape to the Turks and Caicos Islands, a government official said Friday. Civil Protection official Jean Henry-Petit said at […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, July 19, 2024 11:17 AM Feds re-index Canada Child Benefit, parents could see hundreds more annually       More money landed in the pockets of some Canadian parents Friday after the feds increased Canada Child Benefit (CCB) payments.

CityNews Toronto Friday, July 19, 2024 11:11 AM South Dakota anti-abortion group appeals ruling that dismissed its lawsuit over ballot initiative       PIERRE, S.D. (AP) — An anti-abortion group in South Dakota is appealing to the state's Supreme Court after a judge dismissed its lawsuit to take an abortion rights initiative off the November ballot. In a statement, Life Defense Fund Co-Chair Leslee Unruh said the group has asked for an expedited order from the court "because […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, July 19, 2024 11:10 AM Italian judge orders a journalist to pay 5,000 euros in damages for making fun of Meloni's height       ROME (AP) — A judge in Milan has ordered an Italian journalist to pay 5,000 euros (nearly $5,500) in damages to Premier Giorgia Meloni for making fun of her height in social media posts. The judge ruled on Wednesday that two social media posts by journalist Giulia Cortese, who was also handed a suspended fine […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, July 19, 2024 11:07 AM Too old to work? Some Americans on the job late in life bristle at calls for Biden to step aside       NEW YORK (AP) — A swath of Americans watching President Joe Biden is seeing something beyond debate-stage stumbles and prime-time miscues: Themselves. Debate about the 81-year-old Democrat's fitness for another term is especially resonating with other older Americans who, like him, want to stay on the job. "People were telling me I should retire too," […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, July 19, 2024 11:04 AM A massive tech outage is causing worldwide disruptions. Here's what we know       NEW YORK (AP) — Much of the world faced online disarray Friday as a widespread technology outage affected companies and services across industries — grounding flights, knocking banks and hospital systems offline and media outlets off air. At the heart of the massive disruption is CrowdStrike, a cybersecurity firm that provides software to scores of […]

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G-Alt cp24.com Friday, July 19, 2024 10:15 AM Jon Tester Becomes Latest Democrat Urging Biden to Leave Race - BNN Bloomberg       Jon Tester of Montana became the latest Senate Democrat to call on Joe Biden to quit his campaign as fears escalated the president will be unable ...

G-Alt cp24.com Friday, July 19, 2024 9:57 AM Global tech outage: airlines, businesses affected - BNN Bloomberg       Alex Hamerstone, advisory solutions director of Trustedsec, joins BNN Bloomberg and talks about global tech outage.

G-Alt cp24.com Friday, July 19, 2024 9:33 AM Donald Trump formally accepts GOP presidential nomination - YouTube       Former U.S. President Donald Trump has formally accepted the Republican party's presidential nomination. Subscribe to CP24 to watch more videos: ...

G-Alt cp24.com Friday, July 19, 2024 9:31 AM Wall street journal reporter found guilty of espionage in Russia - YouTube       Gershkovich was found guilty today of spying -- charges the U.S. denounced as a sham -- and was sentenced to 16 years in prison.

G-Alt cp24.com Friday, July 19, 2024 9:13 AM Speculation that Trudeau will shuffle Liberal cabinet - YouTube       CTV news has learned that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is expected to meet virtually with his cabinet today. The agenda has 30 minutes set aside ...

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G-Alt cp24.com Friday, July 19, 2024 5:35 AM 'Drink different': LCBO strike an opportunity for the sober-curious - CTV News Toronto       Cristian Villamarin says he's been sober-curious for around a decade, but for a long time he was not impressed with the offerings when it came to ...

Ottawa Citizen Friday, July 19, 2024 11:02 AM sdf       Most in the military feel a shared sense of purpose, that they're brothers and sisters in arms.

Ottawa Citizen Friday, July 19, 2024 11:00 AM Three-quarters of freelance Parliamentary interpreters let contracts lapse       "They want to be able to time the time we are at the mic. This has never been done. This is unheard of in our profession."

Ottawa Citizen Friday, July 19, 2024 9:13 AM Ottawa airport, Porter hit by fallout from Microsoft crash       Government services have also been disrupted as federal systems feel the impact of a cybersecurity glitch.

Ottawa Citizen Friday, July 19, 2024 7:00 AM Pellerin: Let's sing the praises of Ottawa's iconic streets       On the heels of a pop song celebrating Island Park Drive, we should be serenading Strandherd Drive, Bronson Avenue and other thoroughfares with banging tunes.

Ottawa Citizen Friday, July 19, 2024 7:00 AM Today's letters: Home equity tax would be unfair punishment for seniors       Friday, July 19: Readers take issue with Justin Trudeau's remarks on the podcast for Generation Squeeze, which favour taxing people's primary residences. Have your say by writing letters@ottawacitizen.com

Ottawa Citizen Friday, July 19, 2024 4:00 AM Critics of top soldier Jennie Carignan and military diversity are helping Vladimir Putin, Canada's outgoing defence chief says       Chief of the Defence Staff Gen. Wayne Eyre handed over command of Canada's military to Gen. Jennie Carignan on Thursday.

Windsor Star Friday, July 19, 2024 11:49 AM Premier Ford helps Enbridge break ground on $358M gas pipeline expansion in Leamington       Helping address an increasing demand for affordable and reliable natural gas, Enbridge Gas on Friday broke ground at the site of a new $358-million pipeline in Leamington.  Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Energy and Electrification Minister Stephen Lecce joined Enbridge Gas officials to mark the beginning of construction on the Panhandle Regional Expansion Project. "Our government […]

Windsor Star Friday, July 19, 2024 11:24 AM B'nai Brith demands Ontario probe into UWindsor deal that ended pro-Palestinian protest camp       One of Canada's largest Jewish human rights organizations has launched a formal complaint against the University of Windsor and called on the province to investigate a "potentially discriminatory" deal the school struck with pro-Palestinian protesters.  B'nai Brith Canada said Thursday it has lodged an "official letter of complaint" alleging violations of Ontario's Discriminatory Business Practice […]

Windsor Star Friday, July 19, 2024 9:32 AM 'Unprecedented' global internet outage hits Windsor border crossings, hospitals       Windsor police on Friday were advising motorists to avoid local border crossings, and area hospitals were warning of possible cancelled procedures and longer ER wait times due to an unprecedented worldwide internet outage. Computer systems at businesses and public services around the globe were disrupted after a botched update of a widely used cybersecurity program […]

Windsor Star Friday, July 19, 2024 9:27 AM 'Unlike any place:' NextStar Energy's culture introduces new way of working       When Lindsey Leach was hired as a production lead at the NextStar Energy battery plant, meeting with company CEO Danies Lee for tea wasn't on her list of expectations. Teatime with the top brass is just one of the many different ways the 300-plus workers already on the payroll have discovered the South Korean corporate […]

Windsor Star Friday, July 19, 2024 7:00 AM Reader letter: Beware of Windsor's new townhome trend       On July 2, Windsor city council's development and heritage committee approved a townhome development plan at 4170 and 4190 6th Concession put together by city planners and developers. Amendments are required to sever two lots for 27 townhomes, creating a new subdivision within an existing subdivision with a potential for 81 residences. A new road […]

The Province Friday, July 19, 2024 11:00 AM The Cup returns to Hastings Racecourse on Saturday more stylish than ever       Randy Goulding: The Cup is close to a sellout as people are dusting off their best duds for a day at the races.

Ottawa Sun Friday, July 19, 2024 5:00 AM YOU SAID IT: Even more carbon hypocrisy       Here are today's Ottawa Sun letters to the editor.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Friday, July 19, 2024 8:03 AM Explore the city's history and culture: Five things to do this weekend in Saskatoon, July 19-21       Take in conservation grazing demonstrations, a pancake breakfast, an art reception, a tour of local gardens and Back to Batoche days.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Friday, July 19, 2024 8:00 AM Opinion: Misconceptions persist on farming drainage in Saskatchewan       A Saskatchewan farmers advocacy group disputes the perception that the province's wetlands are threatened by the draining practices of agriculture.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Friday, July 19, 2024 8:00 AM Lewis: Weight loss drugs a minefield for pharmacare in Canada       As pharmacare gets started in Canada, whether or not to fund weight-loss drugs poses a major dilemma, given the high costs of treating weight-related ailments.

Regina Leader-Post Friday, July 19, 2024 8:55 AM Five things to do in Regina this weekend (July 19-21)       As the second heat wave of the summer hits the Queen City this weekend, so do enough events and activities to tickle anyone's fancy.

National Observer Friday, July 19, 2024 8:56 AM Movies: summer thrills from extreme weather in Twisters with only a hint of climate change        And more thrills from climbing tall buildings, a gay rodeo and a gruelling long-distance swim

National Observer Friday, July 19, 2024 5:10 AM Toronto's flooding crisis will get worse without smarter infrastructure, experts say       Experts and advocates say a combination of climate change, outdated infrastructure and policy gaps are to blame for the severe flooding that shut down roads, critical buildings and services.

National Observer Friday, July 19, 2024 5:10 AM Fossil fuel fashion has no place at Paris 2024 Olympics       Paris Olympics, Lululemon and the fossil fuel fashion fail: As the climate crisis threatens the future of sport and the health of athletes, retired professional athlete and Canadian Olympian Margo Malowney asks Team Canada sponsor Lululemon to address its reliance on fossil fuels and skyrocketing emissions.

National Observer Friday, July 19, 2024 5:10 AM Feds release flood of conservation funding       Nearly $90 million in federal funding for a slew of nature conservation projects intended to reverse Canada's biodiversity loss and protect more land and waters was announced Thursday.

National Observer Friday, July 19, 2024 5:10 AM BC's latest 'old growth' conservation announcement is mostly not about old growth        All but one of the forests included in this purchase announcement do not contain old-growth trees. Instead, seven of the eight purchased properties contain what's called "recruitment" old-growth — that is, forests that have been logged.

National Observer Friday, July 19, 2024 5:10 AM These teens are learning to use fire to stop B.C. burning       Cultural burning is the use of controlled fire to generate new growth and prevent large, destructive wildfires. Long used by Indigenous people throughout what is now B.C. and other parts of Canada, the practice was criminalized in 1874. However, as Canada suffers record-breaking wildfires, a growing number of Indigenous people and advocates are calling for those restrictions to be removed.

National Observer Friday, July 19, 2024 5:10 AM Fishing communities welcome B.C. intention to reform licensing and quotas        The province says it's moving toward an owner-operator system for quota and licenses as part of the Coastal Marine Strategy unveiled last week.

Montreal Gazette Friday, July 19, 2024 11:15 AM The Right Chemistry: How do scientists study the effects of diets?       Trials usually attempt to determine how dietary composition affects objective measures such as body weight, blood pressure, cholesterol levels or onset of some disease.

Montreal Gazette Friday, July 19, 2024 10:51 AM Habs Mailbag: Canadiens' Sam Montembeault can be a No. 1 goalie       Expect Lane Hutson to start season in NHL, while Florian Xhekaj could be a call-up from Laval and Ivan Demidov situation remains uncertain.

Montreal Gazette Friday, July 19, 2024 10:33 AM Stu Cowan: Patrick Hussey's road to the Paris Olympics started at the Pointe-Claire Swim Club       The Beaconsfield native is helping to end the 12-year drought of no Quebec male swimmers making Canada's Olympic team.

Montreal Gazette Friday, July 19, 2024 9:07 AM Robert Libman: If Trump can be beaten, Democrats need style, not just substance       The result of the U.S. presidential election is almost a certainty if Joe Biden remains in the race, especially after last weekend's assassination attempt on the Republican nominee.

Montreal Gazette Friday, July 19, 2024 8:20 AM Weekend traffic July 19-22, 2024: Fireworks on Saturday this week       Also: Minor disruptions on Highways 10, 25, 30, 40 and 520.

Montreal Gazette Friday, July 19, 2024 7:51 AM Montreal weather: The sun — and the SQ — will be out as construction holiday starts       The Sûreté du Québec will "intensify its interventions" between July 19 and Aug. 4, when up to one-third of Quebecers will be on holiday.

Montreal Gazette Friday, July 19, 2024 7:40 AM Flights delayed, cancelled at Montreal's Trudeau airport after Microsoft crash       The fallout from the service interruption is being felt worldwide in airports and by businesses using Microsoft 365.

Montreal Gazette Friday, July 19, 2024 6:54 AM Updated: Cyclist dies after collision in Montreal North       The incident happened on Henri-Bourassa Blvd. near Hébert St. around 11:50 p.m.

Montreal Gazette Friday, July 19, 2024 6:50 AM Updated: Two men dead after being gunned down in St-Michel       The slayings are the 19th and 20th homicides recorded this year on the island of Montreal.

Montreal Gazette Friday, July 19, 2024 6:45 AM FAQ: Everything you need to know about Quebec's construction holiday       Less construction but more traffic? Only in Quebec.

Calgary Herald Friday, July 19, 2024 11:08 AM Noce: Can condo board exclude a member from meetings?       New board member disheartened to find others hiding when and where meetings are to be held.

Calgary Herald Friday, July 19, 2024 9:38 AM Chorney-Booth: Two new restaurants take Calgarians on a regional tour of India       As Calgary continues to grow, places to eat are popping up in the farthest reaches of the city. The far 'burbs are traditionally the realm of tried 'n' true chain eateries, but now and then a surprisingly robust satellite restaurant zone will emerge on the outskirts of the city, miles away from the hot spots […]

Calgary Herald Friday, July 19, 2024 9:28 AM Family travel: Visit Whistler for the ultimate summer alpine experience       Nonsensical chatter and laughter reverberate throughout the suspended Plexiglass cabin, turning our mountain descent into a sky-high giggle fest. While my mum and daughter Brooklyn swap puns, my thoughts drift to the last time I rode the Whistler Village Gondola – almost a decade ago.  Hopping up from my seat, I announce, "We should be […]

Calgary Herald Friday, July 19, 2024 9:01 AM Opinion: Calgary's can-do spirit: A collaborative triumph that got water flowing again       Calgarians have a remarkable history of uniting in times of adversity, and this was evident once again when news broke of the failure of the Bearspaw South major water main on June 5. Swiftly, Calgarians adapted their daily routines to conserve water, from eliminating outdoor water usage to taking shorter showers. This collective effort underscored […]

Calgary Herald Friday, July 19, 2024 9:00 AM Flames' depth chart re-dos: Where do the kids fit on the wings?       Can Mantha click as a linemate for Huberdeau? Can Pelletier earn a full-time job? Analyzing the Calgary Flames' options on the flanks

Calgary Herald Friday, July 19, 2024 9:00 AM Calgary Herald letters July 19: Crucial for Canada to understand U.S.       There really are times when truth can be stranger than fiction. Former U.S. President Donald Trump miraculously avoids assassination by turning his head at the right moment, a huge legal victory concerning the handling of classified information follows two days later and all this during a politically perilous time for President Joe Biden. Are the […]

Calgary Herald Friday, July 19, 2024 8:50 AM Unprecedented IT outage impacts some Calgary flights, 311 service, as it cripples businesses around globe       Banks in Canada were "reviewing the situation based on updates from their technology partners," a spokeswoman said.

Calgary Herald Friday, July 19, 2024 7:00 AM Bell: Just ask Gondek, Calgary water fiasco not this council's fault       By the end of several minutes listening to Gondek you had to shake your head and wonder why Calgary city council is even having a 'review' of the water pipe fiasco

Calgary Herald Friday, July 19, 2024 7:00 AM Today in history: Witches hanged, Rome bombed and wildfires rage       On this date, July 19, in history: In 1553, 15-year-old Lady Jane Grey was deposed as Queen of England after only nine days. King Henry VIII's daughter Mary was proclaimed Queen and had Jane executed. In 1692, five Massachusetts women were hanged for witchcraft. Fifteen young girls in the Salem community and as many 150 […]

Calgary Herald Friday, July 19, 2024 7:00 AM Varcoe: 'The mouse beside the elephant' — Alberta and oilpatch keep close eye on U.S. campaign       Politics of energy south of the border are being closely watched in Canada for its potential impact on trade with the U.S.

Vancouver Sun Friday, July 19, 2024 10:18 AM Travelling through YVR? Check your flight status after global IT issue       B.C. health care services are also affected after a worldwide technology outage Thursday disrupted flights, banks, and companies.

Vancouver Sun Friday, July 19, 2024 10:00 AM Conversations That Matter: B.C. rates poorly on prosperity       B.C. is 11th out of 21 similar jurisdictions for overall prosperity, according to the 2024 British Columbia Prosperity Index. The study was developed with the Centre for the Study of Living Standards, and it looks at a range of economic, business, social and environmental indicators. "There is no medal for 11th place and for good […]

Vancouver Sun Friday, July 19, 2024 9:00 AM Anthony Gismondi: Best wines to bring to a summer dinner party       Light and refreshing don't have to mean flavourless and flabby, nor should the wine possess a finish longer than B.C. Ferry waiting times

Vancouver Sun Friday, July 19, 2024 9:00 AM Vancouver not on track to meet carbon reduction target of 50 per cent by 2030       A report to city council next week recommends directing staff to refresh the climate plan in order to meet the targets

Vancouver Sun Friday, July 19, 2024 9:00 AM Sprawling new St. Paul's hospital project hits midterm milestone       The facility is expected to open in early 2027 with high-tech systems that make it a model of a modern major hospital.