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Fall is books’ biggest season. Expect some long-awaited returns
NEW YORK (AP) — In the decade since she published her acclaimed debut novel, “The…
How MLB’s upcoming deals will change how you watch out-of-market, Sunday night and Wild Card games
When ESPN opted out of its contract with Major League Baseball in February, the network…
With U.S. pressure, concern emerging about fate of online streaming, news bills
OTTAWA — Cultural and broadcast industry groups are calling on the Liberal government to support…
Rising heat a ‘public health crisis’ for workers, including in Canada: WHO
TORONTO — The World Health Organization says climate change-driven heat is a “public health crisis”…
AP investigation shows chaos of deadly Texas floods through emergency recordings and videos
Cries for help came from the pitch-black woods, from rooftops and from attics that shifted…
Carney has ‘productive’ phone call with Trump amid bilateral tensions
WASHINGTON — Prime Minister Mark Carney said he had a “productive and wide-ranging” phone conversation…
Canada Post union says negotiation meeting delayed, with talks to continue Monday
Negotiations that had been scheduled for Friday between Canada Post and the Canadian Union of…
Tariffs: Quebec liquor board prepares to destroy $300,000 worth of American alcohol
MONTREAL — The Quebec liquor board may be forced to destroy $300,000 worth of American…
B.C. sets new five-year housing orders for 10 more municipalities
VICTORIA — British Columbia has set new housing targets for a group of 10 more…
Saskatchewan premier calls on Prime Minister Carney to meet with China’s Xi on canola
OTTAWA — Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe said Thursday that he wants Prime Minister Mark Carney…
In the US Open’s qualifying tournament, the smaller sportswear brands can shine
NEW YORK (AP) — Tennis apparel sponsorship is a big business. It is also one…
Rising concerns over U.S. move to broaden products subject to metal tariffs
TORONTO — There’s growing concern about a move by the United States to make hundreds…
B.C. recreational anglers get rare chance for sockeye, amid bumper salmon run
British Columbia fishing guide Dean Werk says he was getting calls last week from keen…
Air Canada flight attendants to vote on proposed pay increase next week
More than 10,000 flight attendants for Air Canada will begin voting next week on a…
Apple TV Plus streaming service to cost $2 more per month in Canada
TORONTO — Prices are going up at the house of “Ted Lasso” and “Severance.” Apple…
First-of-its-kind role to advance accessibility in Canadian screen industry
The Disability Screen Office and the National Screen Institute are launching a program in which…
Sony raises the price of the Playstation 5 in the US
NEW YORK (AP) — Sony has raised the price of its PlayStation 5 consoles being…
Air Canada to cover certain transportation expenses for some customers
Air Canada says it is adopting a policy to cover “certain transportation expenses” incurred by…
B.C.’s veterinary college says it risks insolvency in 2026 if fees don’t increase
Veterinarians in British Columbia have until the end of the month to vote on increasing…
Canada Games challenged by Air Canada strike, families stuck in St. John’s
For Canada Games Council CEO Kelly-Ann Paul, the timing of Air Canada’s strike was nothing…
Canada’s ‘exceptional’ drought hints at future climate, need for action: experts
Canada must prepare for more seasons marked by severe drought, experts say as this summer’s…
Canada Post union tables new offers seeking higher wages
OTTAWA — The Canadian Union of Postal Workers presented new offers to Canada Post on…
Elon Musk, world’s richest man, spotted in Bella Bella, B.C., on weekend visit
Airport shuttle driver Sean Carter has lived in the remote northern British Columbia community of…
Quebec government renews promise to make changes to contentious forestry reform bill
MONTREAL — The Quebec government says it will find solutions and defuse rising tension over…