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Rob Ford Netflix doc tells story of 'underdog' mayor and his public struggles

Rob Ford Netflix doc tells story of 'underdog' mayor and his public struggles

London native Shianne Brown still remembers her disbelief when she heard, half a world away, that Toronto mayor Rob Ford had been caught on video smoking crack cocaine.
Spaniards turn water guns on visitors in Barcelona and Mallorca to protest mass tourism

Spaniards turn water guns on visitors in Barcelona and Mallorca to protest mass tourism

BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Protesters used water guns against unsuspecting tourists in Barcelona and on the Spanish island of Mallorca on Sunday as demonstrators marched to demand a rethink of an economic model they believe is fueling a housing crunch a
Unifor says former Canadian Auto Workers president Buzz Hargrove has died

Unifor says former Canadian Auto Workers president Buzz Hargrove has died

TORONTO — Canada's largest private-sector union says former Canadian Auto Workers president Buzz Hargrove has died.
'Elbows up': Plane spotters and protesters mark the arrival of G7 leaders in Calgary

'Elbows up': Plane spotters and protesters mark the arrival of G7 leaders in Calgary

CALGARY — Airplane enthusiasts are setting up at the Calgary International Airport in hopes of seeing some exciting aircraft land for the start of the G7 leaders' summit in nearby Kananaskis, Alta.
CF-18 jets intercept plane violating restricted air space above G7 site in Alberta

CF-18 jets intercept plane violating restricted air space above G7 site in Alberta

KANANASKIS — Canadian fighter jets were deployed to intercept a private, civilian plane that violated restricted airspace above Kananaskis, Alta., where G7 leaders are gathering for meetings.
Canada and the United Kingdom think and work alike, Starmer says during Ottawa visit

Canada and the United Kingdom think and work alike, Starmer says during Ottawa visit

OTTAWA — The historic ties and long-standing working relationship between the United Kingdom and Canada are not just reflections of the past, but are very much needed "in the here and now," British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Sunday.
Dreaming of a lakeside cottage but can't afford it? Co-ownership could open that door

Dreaming of a lakeside cottage but can't afford it? Co-ownership could open that door

A lakeview cottage with cosy rooms, a sandy beach nearby and a dock to gaze into the sunset was the dream for Corrine Evanoff. "For years, I've been on this journey of trying to find a cottage that would work for us," she said.
Is Father's Day getting more respect? Depends on who you ask

Is Father's Day getting more respect? Depends on who you ask

Is Father’s Day starting to get a little more attention as a holiday? Not if you check some social media.
'How to Train Your Dragon' soars in box office debut with $83.7 million, beating 'Lilo & Stitch'

'How to Train Your Dragon' soars in box office debut with $83.7 million, beating 'Lilo & Stitch'

LOS ANGELES (AP) — “How to Train Your Dragon” took flight at the box office this weekend, proving that some remakes still have teeth . The Universal live-action adaptation of the beloved animated franchise soared to a strong $83.
In White Sox stadium broadcast, Pope Leo XIV sends message of hope to Chicago and the US

In White Sox stadium broadcast, Pope Leo XIV sends message of hope to Chicago and the US

In his first words directed specifically to Americans, Pope Leo XIV told young people on Saturday how to find hope and meaning in their lives through God and in service to others.