Ryding to retire in 2026 after fifth Olympics
Dave Ryding, Britain’s most successful alpine ski racer, is to retire at the end of the 2025-26 season. BBC News
‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ star says her Oscar award is ‘trans’ and uses ‘they/them’ pronouns
Oscar-winner Zoe Saldaña told People Magazine Tuesday night that her Academy Award uses “they/them” pronouns. “We have it in my office and my Oscar is gender-fluid,” Saldaña said, adding that…
12 Bluetooth speakers that’ll get your summer party startedAdriana Monachino
Need a portable speaker with pounding bass? Party-worthy light shows? The ability to float in a pool or survive a fall? From Beats to JBL, read on for our favourites.…
Almost half of downtown Victoria businesses open to leaving if lease expires: SurveySimon Little
A new report from a Victoria business group says 48 per cent of downtown businesses would consider moving out of the core if their lease was up this year. …
Fashion brands accused of shortcuts on climate pledges overlooking workers
A new report accuses fashion giants of not considering the welfare of workers affected by climate change. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Winnipeg Blue Bombers look for another trip to the Grey Cup, this time as hostsGlobalnews Digital
Offensive lineman Patrick Neufeld will be a game-time decision, while free agent signings Dillon Mitchell and Jonathan Jones are both scratched for the season opener.
Trump’s EPA moves to scrap emission limits for U.S. power plantsGlobalnews Digital
The announcement is a key step in Trump’s broader efforts to unwind environmental regulations he views as barriers to industrial development and expanded energy production.
Michelle Obama praises Barack Obama’s parenting despite the ‘grandeur’ of his job
Former first lady Michelle Obama shared it took a special effort to remain down-to-earth while parenting in the White House during her podcast on Wednesday. “And it took a mighty…
Trump tells judge he does not need Newsom’s permission to crack down on rioters, deploy National Guard
The Justice Department on Wednesday doubled down on its assertion that President Donald Trump has the authority to call up U.S. National Guard troops in California, describing Democratic Gov. Gavin…
Miley Cyrus makes surprising nod to ex-boyfriend’s famous father Arnold Schwarzenegger in new visual album
Miley Cyrus features one of her ex’s parents in a major way in her new visual album. The 32-year-old musician premiered the movie musical, “Something Beautiful,” which accompanies her ninth…
Liberals won’t split internal trade, major projects bill despite Bloc callGlobalnews Digital
The Bloc Quebecois has argued the internal trade portion of Bill C-5 could be passed quickly, but called for a separate study of the changes to major project reviews. …
UK agrees post-Brexit deal over Gibraltar
Talks on rules governing the border of Spain and Gibraltar have been ongoing since Britain left the EU. BBC News
Fox News Sports Huddle Newsletter: Simone Biles, Riley Gaines debate trans athletes after softball controversy
PERSONAL ATTACK – Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles took aim at OutKick host and former NCAA swimmer Riley Gaines over her criticism of a Minnesota softball state championship. The two…
Police: Austrian school gunman planned bomb attack
Police found a pipe bomb, bombing plans, and a farewell note at the home of the alleged Graz school shooter. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video…
Police seize over $1M in items, dozens of guns in southern Ontario raidsKevin Nielsen
Police in Barrie and Simcoe County say they recovered over $1 million in property including several dozen guns as part of a recent fraud investigation.
DOJ slams Newsom’s ‘crass political stunt’ over Trump’s call-up of National Guard amid LA anti-ICE riots
The Department of Justice (DOJ) argues the courts should deny California’s request for a restraining order against the Trump administration over its decision to activate National Guard soldiers in Los…
Cops rush into burning Surrey home to rescue seniors, arson suspectedSimon Little
After evacuating six residents from a basement suite, officers learned there were still two people upstairs and had to break into the home to rescue them.
ArcelorMittal Long Products Canada closing wire drawing mill in HamiltonGlobalnews Digital
ArcelorMittal is closing its Hamilton wire mill, cutting 153 jobs. The company will move the work to Montreal to save money and stay competitive.
Legal expert says malpractice fights tough to win when hospitals get it wrongMitchell Bailey
A legal expert says suing for medical malpractice can come with a long list of challenges.