- + The secret history of ‘Station M’: How Toronto’s Casa Loma helped win the war — and inspired James Bond—It was a “gadget centre” that helped win the Second World War — and inspired the Q Branch from Ian Fleming’s spy stories. [Author: pedwards@thestar.ca...
- + Gig tax target: Starting in January, platforms like Uber and DoorDash need to report driver income to Revenue Canada—At least one financial planner says the new tax rules create fairness among Canadians and opens the door for gig workers to 'contribute to their futur...
- + 'I may end up in tears telling my story': How a former MPP and Toronto city councillor found himself living in a homeless shelter—Lorenzo Berardinetti, a former Scarborough councillor and four times elected MPP, shares his cautionary tale. [Author: bcohen@thestar.ca (Ben Cohen)] ...
- + Her mother was struggling with dementia. Then she had an idea that transformed her — and other isolated seniors in the GTA—Marina Korneeva started a social club in the party room of her condo building. The positive impacts were immediate, but now the club's future is in do...
- + 'We bury them, and we move on. It’s not normal': How gun violence in Toronto shatters lives—The gunfire has devastated families and communities in Toronto, but it's reverberated further than that, in one case, half a world away. [Author: cleo...
- + Torontonians are hungry to bike more, cycle shop owners say. Will the war on bike lanes hamper a cultural shift?—Toronto's bike shops have seen an increasing number of families in the store, while at the same time the Ontario government is moving to limit the num...
- + A weakened Canada is good for Trump and the Parti Québécois—Reactions to Trump’s jabs at Canada are not uniting the country and instead seem to be further fraying our fabric. This fracturing could have profound...
- + Bird flu, measles top 2025 concerns for Canada's chief public health officer—H5N1, a strain of highly pathogenic avian influenza viruses carried by wild birds, has decimated poultry farms in Canada and infected dairy cattle her...
- + Israeli strike kills 5 Palestinian journalists in Gaza, officials say—The strike hit a car outside the Al-Awda Hospital in the built-up Nuseirat refugee camp in the central part of the territory. The journalists were wor...
- + First night of eight-day Hanukkah celebration coincides with Christmas—Mayor Olivia Chow, among those welcoming the holiday at Mel Lastman Square Wednesday night, said “let us all, Jewish and non-Jewish, join in on spread...
- + New York taxi driver hits 6 pedestrians, 3 taken to hospital, police say—NEW YORK (AP) — A taxicab hit six pedestrians in midtown Manhattan on Wednesday, police said, with three people — including a 9-year-old boy — transpo...
- + Man wanted for violent choking assault and robbery of a downtown store with a hammer—Toronto police say a woman was attacked and choked around Queen and Univeristy just before 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. About an hour later, a store at Yonge...
- + Oregon house cat died after eating pet food that tested positive for bird flu—An Oregon house cat died after eating pet food that tested positive for bird flu, Oregon authorities said, prompting a recall of raw frozen pet food t...
- + Donald Trump says he urged Wayne Gretzky to run for prime minister in Christmas visit—U.S. president-elect Donald Trump says he told Canadian hockey legend Wayne Gretzky during a Christmas Day visit he should run for prime minister. [Li...
- + 54-year-old woman dies after getting trapped under a vehicle exiting driveway—MONTREAL - A 54-year-old pedestrian who was struck by a vehicle exiting a driveway in Montreal’s Lachine borough has died.
- + Blake Lively's claims that movie co-star launched smear campaign gets support in publicist's suit—NEW YORK (AP) — Blake Lively’s claims that “It Ends With Us” director and co-star Justin Baldoni unleashed a smear campaign against her have gained su...
- + Dead body found in wheel well of United plane from Chicago to Maui—KAHULUI, Hawaii (AP) — Maui police are investigating the discovery of a dead body in the wheel well of a United Airlines plane after it landed in Maui...
- + Toronto Star bestsellers for Dec. 25, 2024—These are the books Canadians bought in 2024. [Link to media]
- + An Israeli soldier who died 417 days after his Oct. 7 wounds has become a symbol of sacrifice—The dual Israeli-American citizen has come to symbolize the sacrifice by hundreds of fallen soldiers in what many in Israel see as a war for the count...
- + Turkey's soaring costs are creating a 'lost generation' of kids forced to help their families get by—ISTANBUL (AP) — In a dim one-room apartment in one of Istanbul’s poorest neighborhoods, 11-year-old Atakan Sahin curls up on a threadbare sofa with hi...
- + 'Let us continue to show love and kindness': Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's message to Canadians on Christmas Eve—In the nearly two-minute video, Trudeau thanks first responders and asks Canadians to check in on those who "have not had an easy time this year." [Au...
- + Toronto paramedics' refusal of overtime and calling in sick is ‘inappropriate’ labour action, chief says in memo—Union says “staff shortages and burnout” are seriously affecting paramedics as they continue to bargain for a new contract with the city. [Author: bco...
- + King Charles III focuses Christmas message on healthcare workers in year marked by royal illnesses—Charles is expected to use his annual Christmas message broadcast later in the day to highlight health workers. [Link to media]
- + Canada is cracking down on 'flagpoling' at the border. What is it?—Canadian border agents will no longer provide new or renewed work and study permits to flagpolers in a bid to focus on "core port of entry activities,...
- + Stunning photos show lava erupting from Hawaii's Kilauea volcano—HONOLULU (AP) — One of the world's most active volcanoes spewed lava into the air for a second straight day on Tuesday. [Link to media]
- + Two Ontario police officers were hospitalized after fentanyl exposure in one week. How likely is an adverse reaction due to fentanyl exposure?—Health experts say exposure to fentanyl poses minimal risk to first responders and should not be a concern to the general public. [Author: eren@thesta...
- + The best movies, music, theatre, TV and books of 2024—A roundup of the top year-end picks by the Star's arts and culture critics. [Link to media]
- + Airport with runway straddling the border of the U.S. and Canada will close—The airport opened in 1953 with a grass runway — a paved runway was added in 1978. [Link to media]
- + 24 worst cultural moments of 2024: An epic Tim Hortons misfire, Kendrick drags Drake through the mud, AI slop and more—2024 had a lot of great entertainment moments, but we never want to think about these 24 things again. [Author: rassaly@thestar.ca (Richie Assaly)] [L...
- + How the filming of the hit Netflix holiday movie 'Hot Frosty' captured the imagination of a small Ontario town—When Netflix came to town to make a holiday movie, Brockville got caught up in the magic. [Author: krushowy@thestar.ca (Kristin Rushowy)] [Link to med...
- + Your very Toronto Christmas tree: How to decorate your tree with a nod to the 8 stories that made 2024—The Star searched for the best and most representative ornaments to hang up on our "very Toronto Christmas tree." [Author: asahebzada@thestar.ca (Asma...
- + Her pension wasn’t enough to cover Toronto rent. Then she found a lifeline in a different kind of housing—Without affordable rent mixed with social supports to help bridge the 'pension gap,' women like Beth Guthrie will live in financial stress that can le...
- + Celebrity hair restoration has come so far, baldness could be a thing of the past—Like “undetectable” cosmetic surgery, hair transplantation has advanced light years beyond the "hair plugs" of old. [Author: ldelap@dontdisplay.me (Le...
- + Olivia Chow on dealing with Pierre Poilievre, wrestling with Uber — and what's to come after that historic tax hike—In a year-end interview, Mayor Olivia Chow weighed in on the political uncertainty in Ottawa and defended her decisions to not fight harder against pl...
- + Dismiss Trump taunts, expert says after 'churlish' social media posts about Canada—Since winning the presidential election in November, Trump has repeatedly referred to Canada as the "51st state." [Link to media]
- + Doug Ford's Ontario Place plan will make traffic congestion worse: report—Plans for the Ontario Place redevelopment could make Toronto's traffic problems worse, according to a new report from the city of Toronto. [Author: bs...
- + Books of condolence available in honour of Toronto police officer who died while on duty last week—Members of the public can offer condolences to Det. John Park's family at three police buildings. [Author: jdill@thestar.ca (Jayden Dill)] [Link to me...
- + Toronto bracing for major snowfall Monday evening as TTC deploys additional buses—The winter travel advisory said Toronto could see five to 15 centimetres of snow total. [Author: jdill@thestar.ca (Jayden Dill)] [Link to media]
- + Trudeau is being urged to apologize for the Oka Crisis. Here's what that means—The Oka Crisis, a 78-day standoff in 1990, brought global attention to Indigenous rights and sparked major investigations into the treatment of Indige...
- + Infrastructure Ontario ‘strongly encouraged’ friendships with major bidders, ex-St. Mike’s exec says in defence at $300-million fraud trial—“Friendship was not defined as a conflict of interest at Infrastructure Ontario,” testified Vas Georgiou, who’s accused of colluding to help a GTA con...
- + Electronic price tags are popping up in Canadian grocery stores. Here's what it means for customers—Sobeys recently announced its plan to rollout nearly 5 million electronic shelf labels to its stores by April 2026. [Author: serenaaustin@thestar.ca (...
- + Trump again calls to buy Greenland after eyeing Canada and the Panama Canal—Trump canceled a 2019 visit to Denmark after his offer to buy Greenland was rejected by Copenhagen, and ultimately came to nothing. [Link to media]
- + House Ethics Committee accuses Gaetz of 'regularly' paying for sex, including with 17-year-old girl—On Monday, the former Florida congressman filed a lawsuit seeking to block the report’s release, saying it contains “untruthful and defamatory informa...
- + He was unarmed and non-violent. Why did he die after an encounter with three police officers?—The death of Jon Wells this fall after an incident in a Calgary hotel has brought renewed attention to racism in policing and de-escalation techniques...
- + Donald Trump has infuriated Canadians, a new 'rage index' poll shows. Here's what else made everyone angry—It was the angriest year on record for Canadians, since Pollara started its poll in 2022, propelled mostly by the U.S. president-elect's tumultuous ye...
- + Winter weather travel advisory issued for the GTA, area could get 10 cm of snow—Some snow is expected Monday morning before a more significant round comes in the evening [Author: klautens@thestar.ca (Kristjan Lautens)] [Link to me...
- + Three people sent to hospital after robbery at Etobicoke store—Police say the suspects crashed the car into the front window before fleeing with stolen merchandise. [Author: klautens@thestar.ca (Kristjan Lautens)]...
- + Trump threatens to try to take back the Panama Canal. Panama's president balks at the suggestion—Panama's conservative president José Raúl Mulino roundly rejected that notion as an affront to his country's sovereignty. [Link to media]
- + Stretch of QEW closed in Oakville following collision, OPP say—The road is closed between Trafalgar Road and Ford Drive in Oakville, police said in a post on X. [Author: emendes@thestar.ca (Elissa Mendes)] [Link t...
- + Everything you could want in a cookie, literally: Momofuku's compost cookies—Every day till Christmas, we bake a recipe from the Star’s recipe archives. Today, Reanna takes on a recipe held in high regard across the newsroom. [...
- + 'The countdown has officially begun’: Ontario Liberal MPs meet, they agree it’s time for Trudeau to go—Saturday morning, 51 of the province's 75 Liberal MPs met on a zoom call and sources say none pleaded the case for the prime minister to stay on. [Aut...
- + So you want to be a cop — but you failed the police background check. Do you have the right to know why?—Yazdan Khorsand lost his career over a Toronto police background check. He has no idea why. [Author: jrankin@thestar.ca (Jim Rankin)] [Link to media]
- + This beloved Toronto bakery turned 50. Meet the woman who's made it a Danforth institution—You’ll never find a cannoli in the display cases of North Pole Bakery, despite it being the shop's best-seller. [Author: karonliu@thestar.ca (Karon Li...
- + Toronto in for chilly, clear day, extreme cold warning lifted for parts of Ontario after wind chill neared -30—Places like Newmarket, Georgina, Oshawa, Uxbridge, Peterborough and Orillia were facing extremely low temperatures earlier this morning. [Author: ablo...
- + Extreme cold warning lifted for parts of Ontario Sunday morning after wind chill neared -30—Places like Newmarket, Georgina, Oshawa, Uxbridge, Peterborough and Orillia were facing extremely low temperatures earlier this morning. [Author: ablo...
- + Luxury sales in Toronto experiencing a stock market bump, say retailers—Globally, it's been more sluggish in 2024 for fashion and other luxury retailing. [Author: fkopun@thestar.ca (Francine Kopun)] [Link to media]
- + Best books of 2024: 20 thrillers, literary fiction, sci-fi and more—Here are our contributors' four favourite books in five genres. [Link to media]
- + How changing demographics and tastes are shaping Canada's grocery stores—It’s mid-December at a large supermarket in Mississauga, Ont., and Christmas music plays softly over the speakers as customers roam the aisles, pickin...
- + 'It honestly looks amazing': Harbourfront Centre opens new skating rink just in time for the holidays—The new rink comes after last year's closure of Harbourfront Cenre's popular lakeside skating rink, due to funding issues, after nearly 40 years. [Aut...
- + Lara Trump says she's removing herself from consideration to be Florida senator—WASHINGTON (AP) — Lara Trump, the daughter-in-law of President-elect Donald Trump, said Saturday that she's removing herself from consideration to be ...
- + 'The countdown has officially begun’: Ontario MPs meet, they agree it’s time for Trudeau to go—Saturday morning, 51 of the province's 75 Liberal MPs met on a zoom call and sources say none pleaded the case for the prime minister to stay on. [Aut...
- + Rickey Henderson, baseball's legendary Man of Steal, played both sides in Blue Jays lore—As many Jays fans remember well, Henderson — who died Friday at age 65 — was MVP of the 1989 ALCS. And so much more. [Author: mwilner@thestar.ca (Mike...
- + Will Toronto have a white Christmas? Only if enough snow falls on Monday—Traditionally, "Toronto has about a 50/50 shot" at snowy conditions on Christmas, a Weather Network meteorologist told the Star. [Author: emendes@thes...
- + Canada Post expects 'significant portion' of items held during strike to be delivered before Christmas—Canada Post said it is making "good progress" at restoring its operations but added it can't guarantee delivery times. [Author: emendes@thestar.ca (El...
- + Blake Lively accuses 'It Ends With Us' director Justin Baldoni of harassment and smear campaign—The complaint, which was filed Friday with the California Civil Rights Department, precedes a lawsuit. [Link to media]
- + Man in his 20s dead after 'altercation' in Corso-Italia overnight, Toronto police say—The man, found injured in the area of St. Clair Avenue West and Nairn Avenue early Saturday morning, died in hospital, police said. [Author: emendes@t...
- + Man dead after being found injured in Corso-Italia overnight, Toronto police launch homicide investigation—The man, found injured in the area of St. Clair Avenue West and Lansdowne Avenue early Saturday morning, died in hospital, police said. [Author: emend...
- + We asked 152 Liberal MPs whether Justin Trudeau should resign. Here's what we heard back—Can Canada's embattled leader count on the public support of his own party? Or does he have more foes than allies in his corner? [Author: mramzy@torst...
- + It seems everyone but Justin Trudeau knows it’s time for him to go. Why is it so hard to quit?—The prime minister is in the fight for his political life. But deciding to back out is harder than it may seem. [Author: mcolley@thestar.ca (Mark Coll...
- + Why are all these movie stars appearing on TV? It's a paycheque, sure, but the other reasons may surprise you—Financial and sociological factors have contributed to this recent trend, which found Robert Downey Jr. and Cate Blanchett taking big roles on the sma...
- + They were living in a basement. Now they're going to celebrate Christmas in their new home—The Herzogs weren’t able to save enough for a down payment, but they found a way to buy a house for their family. Daughter Maddison, three, loves it. ...
- + Was Chrystia Freeland pushed, or did she seize an opportunity?—If Freeland can beat Poilievre, bring her on! Certainly, her initiatives on child care, COVID wage supports and raising capital gains taxes on the ric...
- + Indigo has had a few rough years. Here's why CEO Heather Reisman is confident she can fix it—In an exclusive sit-down with the Star, Reisman talks about why she left Indigo, why she came back — and why she's as optimistic as ever about the ret...
- + You've likely never heard of this theatre. But it's doing some of the most meaningful — and overlooked — work in the city—Smile Theatre performs for seniors at retirement homes and community centres who may not otherwise be able to see live performance. [Author: jchong@th...
- + This new Liberal minister has a tiny window of time to ease the housing crisis. He just might do it—Nate Erskine-Smith is one of the rare Liberals who seems to have some idea of what to do about housing. [Link to media]
- + When Doug Ford looks at Donald Trump, he sees an opportunity—As the U.S. president-elect makes threatening noises, Ontario's premier has assumed the role of Canada's communicator-in-chief, Martin Regg Cohn write...
- + Ontario prosecutor admits inmate’s rights were violated after he was left in his underwear for 19 hours following a strip search—The incident is part of a disturbing set of allegations of Ontario jail guards exacting revenge against inmates. [Author: bkennedy@thestar.ca (Brendan...
- + Next year? Now? Jagmeet Singh and Pierre Poilievre offer competing visions of when to topple Justin Trudeau's government—The New Democrats and the Conservatives have now both said they will attempt to bring down the minority Liberal government, but one is in more of a hu...
- + Doug Ford pushing to meet with Donald Trump to talk 'businessman to businessman'—Ford says he's pressing U.S. contacts for a face-to-face meeting with Trump to persuade the president-elect his threat of 25-per-cent tariffs are a ba...
- + Justin Trudeau avoids questions about his future after cabinet overhaul—After the first meeting of his new cabinet, Trudeau briefly spoke with reporters, but did not address questions about whether he will stay or whether ...
- + Toronto Jewish girls school struck by gunfire again in third overnight shooting this year—The shooting follows similar two other incidents at the school over the last seven months. [Author: klautens@thestar.ca (Kristjan Lautens)] [Link to m...
- + Jagmeet Singh says NDP will vote to bring down the Trudeau government—Singh released an open letter Friday, just ahead of an expected cabinet shuffle at Rideau Hall. He said his support for the Liberals is over. [Author:...
- + Doug Ford reappoints Jim Warren as OLG chair—Warren, once a top aide to former Liberal premier Dalton McGuinty, will serve another year in the role. [Author: rferguson@thestar.ca (Rob Ferguson)] ...
- + Jury rejects self-defence, convicts British soldier in Toronto bar killing caught on video—Video shows British soldier Craig Gibson striking Brett Sheffield suddenly following a brief dispute. Gibson testified he believed Sheffield was reach...
- + King-Spadina intersection reopens to all traffic after power network repairs—Traffic was flowing Friday evening and Toronto police officers were no longer stationed at the downtown intersection after it was closed Tuesday when ...
- + Fake nurses. No doctor on site. Staff who like to party: The inside story of this ‘luxury’ Muskoka addiction rehab—“Our unwavering priority has been the well-being of our clients and their loved ones as they navigate mental health challenges including substance use...
- + Death and lies at Muskoka Recovery: How this ‘luxury’ Ontario rehab operates without oversight—Part two of a two-part investigation into the “Wild West” of private addiction treatment centres in Ontario. [Author: kdonovan@thestar.ca (Kevin Donov...
- + Domestic troubles, the investigation – and just how cold the Barry and Honey Sherman murder case is—In episode 12 of “The Billionaire Murders: The hunt for the killers of Honey and Barry Sherman” Kevin Donovan examines email exchanges, where the case...
- + Canada border agency has launched facial recognition app to track migrants—ReportIn app will help track permanent residents, foreign nationals and refugee claimants required to report to border agents. Critics have concerns. ...
- + ‘I wanna be there for you and by your side’: Safe-injection worker pleads guilty to aiding suspect in killing of Leslieville mom Karolina Huebner-Makurat—Text messages between health worker Khalila Mohammed and Ahmed Ibrahim established that their relationship “blossomed into a romance” immediately afte...
- + 'There's no words': Veteran Toronto police officer, a father of two, dies while on duty in a suspected medical event—A procession escorted Det. John Park’s loved ones from the Humber River Hospital, where the officer was pronounced dead, to the nearby Ontario Forensi...
- + Justin Trudeau to make Toronto MP Nate Erskine-Smith housing minister, Ottawa MP goes to public safety—A senior government source confirmed that Trudeau will significantly shuffle his front bench on Friday at 11:30 a.m. [Author: rtumilty@thestar.ca (Rya...
- + Ford government names auditor to examine controversial trip to Italy by school trustees—The province is sending in an auditor to probe a summer trip to Italy taken by four Brant Catholic trustees to purchase religious statues — and in par...
- + Ottawa passes ‘David and Joyce Milgaard's Law’ to help wrongfully convicted people clear their names—"We will now have, for the first time, a commission that will have as its sole task to investigate claims of wrongful conviction," said lawyer James L...
- + With landmark French rape verdict, Gisèle Pelicot asks others to take up her fight—“In opening the doors to this trial on Sept. 2, I wanted society to take up these debates that have been held,” Pelicot said Thursday. [Author: awoods...
- + Amazon workers in the U.S. are now on strike. Will Canadian shoppers be affected?—As nearly 10,000 American Amazon workers take to the picket line, it seems their Canadian counterparts will not be doing the same. [Author: serenaaust...
- + Ontario government faces charter challenge as Toronto Board of Health backs fight against supervised consumption site closures—"What we've done today is that we can physically go to the courts and put in the paperwork and say that we are interested in being a potential interve...
- + Gisèle Pelicot bore witness to her own horrors in court, and won. But she also exposed something much darker—At the mass rape trial that shocked France, all 51 men — including Dominique Pelicot, dubbed “the Monster of Avignon” — were found guilty. [Author: ld...
- + Canada Post now 'fully operational' and couriers recovering — but backlog could take weeks to clear—For couriers that adjusted operations to accommodate an influx of packages — and on whom many Canadians depended in the absence of the national postal...
- + The Canada Post strike jeopardized letters to Santa. This Toronto mom is helping deliver the magic—Caroline Tolton knew her youngest son was fast approaching an age when their annual tradition of writing a letter to Santa would come to an end. But s...
- + City crews working around the clock to repair overhead wires at King and Spadina—Toronto Police are still investigating the garbage truck that struck overhead wires at King and Spadina on Tuesday and no charges have been laid. [Aut...
- + ‘Got ’em’: Helicopter video shows dramatic arrests as jewelry thefts spike more than 80 per cent across GTA—Jewelry is “almost as good as cash,” which makes these brazen daylight thefts an attractive proposition for thieves — and difficult to trace for polic...
- + 'I'm absolutely happy': Curbside coffee seller gets a reprieve from Toronto council—Council voted unanimously Wednesday to set up a pilot program in the downtown ward of University-Rosedale next year that will temporarily ease the rul...
- + Liberal MPs urging Justin Trudeau to quit hits 16 with Wayne Long, who first told him to go, pushing more to do the same—New Brunswick MP Wayne Long said the shocking resignation of Chrystia Freeland was an indictment of the prime minister’s office. [Author: rtumilty@the...
- + Toronto unanimously approves down payment help for higher-income earners—Housing committee chair Gord Perks offered just four words of commentary before the vote was held: 'Vote yes, thank you.' [Author: victoriagibson@thes...
- + Loonie dips below 70 cents U.S. for first time since start of pandemic as Freeland resignation shakes markets—Wednesday afternoon when the U.S. Federal reserve announced it would likely only be cutting rates twice next year, it took another big hit. [Author: j...
- + Mayor Olivia Chow's bumpy ride with Uber takes another turn—Wednesday's vote came a week after Mayor Olivia Chow pushed pause on a staff proposal to limit the number of ride-hailing drivers in Toronto to curren...
- + Teachers might not want your baked goods as holiday gifts. Here are some alternatives—A gift for your child's teacher isn't necessary, educators said, but if you were to get something, here's what they recommend. [Author: atakagi@thesta...
- + White chocolate candy cane cookies sure to be a festive favourite—Every day till Christmas, we bake a recipe from the Star’s recipe archives. Today, Eden gives candy canes a chance. [Author: edenb@thekit.ca (Eden Boi...
- + Do businesses legally have to take part in the GST tax holiday? No clear answer from government or CRA—Five days into the GST holiday, small-business owners remain confused about how to apply the new rules — or whether they even have to. [Author: mcoult...
- + Apple's Find My function lets Canadians share lost luggage location with Air Canada. But are you trading privacy for convenience?—Air Canada is one of the first three airlines in the world to accept location information provided by customers through Apple's "Share Item Location",...
- + She wants to sell coffee from her curbside trailer. Instead she’s been ground down by the city’s baffling bylaws—City council is being asked this week to allow a pilot project that would let a coffee trailer operate in downtown Toronto. [Author: mhabibinia@thesta...
- + A man facing terror charges is now accused of war crimes — including murder and mutilation offences: court documents—Ahmed Eldidi, 62, appeared in court on Monday on four charges under Canada's Crimes Against Humanity and War Crime Act — exceedingly rare offences all...
- + Justin Trudeau reflecting on his future after Chrystia Freeland's shocking resignation from cabinet—While no immediate decision is expected before the Christmas holiday season, it is not at all clear that Trudeau will opt to stay on. [Author: tmaccha...
- + A 79-year-old woman died after spending the night locked outside her retirement home. Two employees are charged in her death—Police said a "vulnerable" female resident entered a stairwell and left the building at about 7:30 p.m. Throughout the night, she tried to gain access...
- + Trudeau government proposes 'joint strike force' to ease Trump's border concerns—Public Safety Minister Dominic LeBlanc is proposing a “North America Joint Strike Force” in an effort to curb organized cross-border crime. [Author: r...
- + Olivia Chow loses a key Ottawa ally in Chrystia Freeland—Toronto Mayor says she's worried that political instability triggered by the resignation of the former finance minister could see the Trudeau governme...
- + Why Toronto is seeing a wave of violent jewelry store robberies—Police have urged mall-goers not to intervene in robberies and to contact police immediately after witnessing violent crimes. [Author: pedwards@thesta...
- + Canada's population growth hits two-year low following immigration reduction measures—The country added 176,699 people in the third quarter and reached a population of 41,465,298 on Oct. 1, according to Statistics Canada. [Author: nkeun...
- + Thousands of Toronto residents are eligible for old age security but not getting it. Here's why—A study found that new immigrants and people with limited English or French skills are most likely to be missing out. [Author: rmcswain@thestar.ca (Re...
- + King and Spadina streetcar line repairs will take until the end of the week: TTC—The TTC is engaged in a "lengthy" repair process to restore service after live wires were brought down by a garbage truck Tuesday morning. [Author: am...
- + Canada Post workers back on the job with just days until Christmas, with delivery delays expected into the new year—CUPW told the Star Tuesday morning that while "CUPW members have been directed to return to work at 8 a.m. local time on Dec. 17, 2024," they "remain ...
- + ‘We’re reasonable people’: Residents’ group fears noisy bars will follow new city rules allowing neighbourhood corner stores—City council on Tuesday will debate a change to planning rules allowing corner stores in residential neighbourhoods. [Author: bcohen@thestar.ca (Ben C...
- + ‘Stripped naked and brutally attacked’: Family sues over mentally ill man’s death inside Toronto jail—Ibrahim Ali was initially arrested over a pack of cigarettes, allegedly stolen from an Etobicoke convenience store. [Author: abbyobrien@thestar.ca (Ab...
- + What is 'holiday heart' and how can you avoid it this Christmas season?—Excessive drinking can lead to 'holiday heart syndrome' — dangerous irregular heart rhythms even in healthy individuals. [Author: eren@thestar.ca (Est...
- + Should I let family hold my baby? Doctors weigh in on how to keep newborns safe around the holidays—The holidays are a time to reconnect — but can be tricky to navigate with a newborn. The Star spoke to three doctors for advice. [Author: mcolley@thes...
- + Sceptres first-year forward Izzy Daniel isn't fazed by the big leagues: 'She's just very fearless'—Despite being the named the top women's college hockey player, Izzy Daniel fell to the third round in the 2024 PWHL draft. Yet she took it in stride. ...
- + Canada Post workers to return Tuesday after labour board ruling—The Crown corporation said late Sunday that employees would be back on the job this week after the Canada Industrial Relations Board ruled there had b...
- + Man killed in 'unprovoked' stabbing at Hamilton bar overnight, another man arrested, police say—The 34-year-old victim was taken to hospital where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead. [Author: ablosser@thestar.ca (Anastasia Bloss...
- + 'Hold the line': Canada Post workers feel 'betrayed' by government as union, company await labour board decision—In a statement Sunday, Canada Post said it would notify customers, employees and Canadians "as quickly as possible when it's time for postal operation...
- + Doug Ford's finance minister touts improved credit ratings: 'That's $1 billion you have'—The province's credit rating was upgraded to "AA-" from "A+(P)" by S&P Global last week, the first such improvement from that agency since 2001. [...
- + Chrystia Freeland will walk a political tightrope with fall economic statement on Monday—The finance minister’s fiscal update will face close scrutiny, with financial markets and political observers watching to see if she can stick to her ...
- + A Toronto father took to Facebook to help his son find a date. Why dating with Down syndrome poses unique challenges—Dating these days is already hard enough, with seemingly endless swiping on dating apps to going on bad date after bad date. But for people with Down ...
- + Toronto food banks are seeing skyrocketing use. Here's a guide to what they really need — and what you shouldn't donate—Here’s a list of the most-needed items for food banks — along with a reminder of what not to donate. [Author: karonliu@thestar.ca (Karon Liu)] [Link t...
- + This Canadian cancer charity tells the public it spends most of its donations on charitable works. Financial records tell a different story—Breast Cancer Canada said it is committed to improving its financial reporting practices, and continuing to push for better care for patients. [Link t...
- + How would Canada's health-care system respond in another world war?—A group of health-care experts gathered in Toronto for a war game based on the idea of a protracted ground war in Europe that involves NATO countries,...
- + Can Toronto meet its climate change-fighting goals? The latest numbers show a snapshot — and a setback—'It is clear that the current pace of emissions reductions is unlikely to meet the City’s 2025 emissions target,' the report states [Author: kallen@th...
- + Inside Jeff Marek's unusual path to a career in hockey, the sport that saved his life—After leaving Sportsnet and landing with The Nation Network, Marek is still trying to believe he belongs in hockey, even as he invites others in. [Aut...
- + Canada Post strike update: Workers could be back on the job this week if labour board ends strike—The postal workers' union called the intervention an "assault on our constitutionally protected right to collectively bargain and to strike." [Author:...
- + Canada Post strike update: Workers could be back on the job early next week if labour board ends strike—The union representing postal workers has blasted Ottawa's intervention as an "assault on our constitutionally protected right to collectively bargain...
- + Canada Post workers could resume work early next week if labour board ends strike—The union representing postal workers has blasted Ottawa's intervention as an "assault on our constitutionally protected right to collectively bargain...
- + London, Ont., hospital struck by gunfire, pickup truck in overnight incident, police say—A man has non-life-threatening injuries, according to police, who believe the incident is not random. [Author: klautens@thestar.ca (Kristjan Lautens)]...
- + It's been a sluggish year for Toronto real estate — so why have these home stagers never done better?—'We've added 20 per cent to our bottom line,' says Carmen Wageman, as home staging thrives while sales have plummeted. [Author: dzlomislic@thestar.ca ...
- + Green plants and big art: How the powerful psychology of home staging lures in buyers—It's all about imagining the 'aspirational lifestyle,' says an academic who studies the psychology behind home staging. [Author: dzlomislic@thestar.ca...
- + Do you think you have the eye to be a home stager? Take our quiz—Upholstered chairs or wood? Abstract art or photography? Which pieces would you pick to stage a single-family home in midtown? [Author: dzlomislic@the...
- + Why is the largest tobacco company in the world telling people not to smoke?—As Big Tobacco shifts focus to vaping and other "smokeless" forms of nicotine, firms have launched health-centred campaigns. Experts are skeptical. [A...
- + Syria's new ruler is labelled a terrorist by the West. History reveals how that could — or could not — change—The trickiest designation for those seeking to engage with Syria's new regime is a damning term of politics and of law — terrorist. [Author: awoods@th...
- + The GST and HST holiday tax break begins. Here are the items that are covered—The temporary tax break removes the federal and provincial tax from some items for two months. [Author: atakagi@thestar.ca (Andy Takagi)] [Link to med...
- + Toronto school boards are firing teachers who lie about sick days — and using private investigators to catch them—With soaring costs of absenteeism, some boards are cracking down. One union local in Toronto recently warned members they could be under surveillance....
- + Toronto school boards are firing teachers who lie about sick days — and using private investigators to catch them—With soaring costs of absenteeism, some boards are cracking down. One union local in Toronto recently warned members they could be under surveillance....
- + Watch: What it's like working as an Uber Eats food courier—A Star reporter went undercover as an Uber Eats delivery courier for six weeks and filmed the experiment. Here's what happened.
- + I went undercover as an Uber Eats courier and made just $1.74 per hour online. Here's what I learned about the troubling cost of convenience—For six weeks, I hustled for orders and made a shockingly low wage. Uber says my experience was 'atypical' — but workers I spoke to say differently. [...
- + Pierre Poilievre's love affair with labour hits a fork in the road—This week, the Conservatives appeared to mark the end of their courtship of organized labour, Althia Raj writes. [Author: araj@thestar.ca (Althia Raj)...
- + The Tanev brothers were late bloomers in the hockey world. Then their dad got creative—Long before Chris became a hulking NHL defenceman and Brandon a speedy forward, the Tanevs were undersized and almost out of hockey. [Author: dfeschuk...
- + This is the real reason the internet fell in love with accused murderer Luigi Mangione—The online lionization of the accused vigilante is a sign of a deeply troubling societal breakdown, just not the one all the pundits are telling you a...
- + 'It's become uncomfortable for me': Jordan Peterson, the controversial psychologist, moves from Toronto to the U.S.—Peterson, who has become a personality in right-wing circles, says he was "less popular in my own neighbourhood than I am anywhere else in the world."...
- + Court blasts Trudeau government for delays in passing 'lost Canadians' bill—Federal government gets three more months to pass legislation that grants citizenship to children born abroad to Canadians, currently in limbo. [Autho...
- + Doug Ford says he got Donald Trump's attention with energy threat—Ford says his threat to "cut off" Ontario electricity exports to the U.S. has forced the president-elect to sit up and pay attention. [Author: rbenzie...
- + Federal government orders end to Canada Post strike while commission tries to reach new contract—"We're calling a timeout." Federal labour minister asking CIRB to appoint commission to come up with ways to reach new contract by May 22. [Author: jo...
- + Key premiers dismiss Doug Ford's threat to stop Donald Trump's tariffs by cutting off energy to Americans—Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, Quebec Premier François Legault, and Newfoundland and Labrador's Andrew Furey said bluntly they do not support Ford's ...
- + Lawsuits alleging sex abuse at elite Ontario summer camp are resolved by ‘mutual agreement’—The lawsuits — filed last year by plaintiffs listed only as J. Doe No. 1 and J. Doe No. 2 — were “resolved by mutual agreement of the parties,” accord...
- + Doug Ford to crack down on homeless encampments with fines for drug use and more funding—The premier said his government will earmark an additional $75.5 million on shelters and ensure cities are spending the money to help those in need. [...
- + From tents to jails: Advocates fear new Ontario legislation could worsen conditions for encampment residents—'If they had $10,000, they would not be homeless,' says a prominent homeless sector worker. [Author: victoriagibson@thestar.ca (Victoria Gibson)] [Lin...
- + Doug Ford government's bill would allow municipal councillors to be fired for misconduct—Municipal politicians could be fired for serious misconduct — and barred from running for four years — under new legislation introduced by the provinc...
- + Here’s how much Taylor Swift’s Toronto concerts cost police for security, planning and to escort her motorcade—Taylor Swift's multi-show stop in Toronto ran up costs for police, but also served as a recruiting opportunity, the deputy chief said at a police serv...
- + Trudeau government unveils 'achievable' new target to cut greenhouse gas emissions—The federal government declared Thursday that Canada will strive to reduce national greenhouse gas emissions by at least 45 per cent below 2005 levels...
- + Clash at city hall: Why a watchdog and staff are at odds over Toronto's treatment of homeless migrants—The city ombudsman says it is the first time in the history of his office that the public service has rejected an ombudsman's findings in their entire...
- + No hope for the holidays: Zero chance Canada Post can deliver cards and packages before Christmas, experts say—"I'm disappointed that I won't have that physical piece of joy waiting in my mailbox," one Alberta resident said. "It's a loss for me and probably for...
- + Canada Post strike update: Settlement reached in layoffs complaint as strike hits four weeks—The union withdrew an unfair labour practice complaint against Canada Post after the company agreed it would not lay off workers during the strike. [A...
- + Liberals still have no plan to get you the $250 they promised—The Trudeau government's promise to send 18 million Canadians a $250 cheque doesn't have a path through Parliament yet, and legislation to green light...
- + Receiver of The One picks Tridel as development manager after failing to secure buyer—Tridel's engagement will take effect pending definitive agreements and court approval, which is poised to occur in early 2025. [Author: anpereira@thes...
- + 'I don't really know if I want to be here': Students worried for safety after shots fired inside Etobicoke high school—At least one round was fired inside Silverthorn Collegiate Institute in Etobicoke on Wednesday evening. Police are searching for two suspects. [Author...
- + Doug Ford's government just supercharged its power plan. But have the green goalposts been moved?—Ontario has announced its previously planned electricity procurement of 5,000 megawatts will now expand to 7,500 megawatts. But while the increase was...
- + Doug Ford warns of ‘cutting off their energy’ to retaliate against tariffs by Donald Trump—After a first minister’s meeting late Wednesday, the premier struck a tougher tone over what he said is certain: crippling 25 per cent U.S. tariffs on...
- + Bonnie Crombie's housing plan would axe land-transfer tax for first-time home buyers—The savings would amount to an average of $13,500 for new home buyers and seniors, she said. [Author: rferguson@thestar.ca (Rob Ferguson)] [Link to me...
- + Ford government's bill to clamp down on homeless encampments to be introduced Thursday—The bill will give municipalities and police increased funding and "enhanced legislative powers." [Author: rbenzie@thestar.ca (Robert Benzie)] [Link t...
- + Canada Post union withdraws complaint after management agrees not to lay off striking workers—The union withdrew an unfair labour practice complaint against Canada Post after the company agreed it would not lay off workers during the strike. [A...
- + CIRB to hear union complaint Wednesday over Canada Post layoffs—The union representing Canadian postal workers said in a complaint that Canada Post engaged in "a strategy of illegal intimidation" when it laid off h...
- + Doug Ford’s bike lane law target of a Charter challenge—In a lawsuit, Cycle Toronto argues that Bill 212 puts lives at risk and seeks an injunction to stop the removal of bike lanes on Bloor, Yonge and Univ...
- + Pedestrian dead after being hit by TTC bus driver near Christie Pits Park—Police were called to the area of Bloor Street and Ossington Avenue for reports of a collision around 8:30 p.m. [Author: vtiberio@thestar.ca (Vanessa ...
- + Bank of Canada delivers 'supersized' rate cut, says Trump tariff threats now a ‘major new source of uncertainty’—Bank of Canada governor Tiff Macklem said in a news conference following the announcement that it expects to take 'a more gradual approach' to any fur...
- + Toronto office vacancy will peak next year with a recovery in 2026, new report predicts—As more companies solidify hybrid work models, some will increase office footprints, a new report from commercial real estate services firm CBRE says....
- + Bank of Canada to announce rate decision Wednesday morning, economists expect extra large cut—Economists are largely anticipating the central bank to cut its key interest rate by 50 basis points, but some are advising against the move. [Author:...
- + Anthony Stolarz and Auston Matthews steal two points for the Maple Leafs in New Jersey—The Leafs goalie stood on his head while captain Auston Matthews scored in overtime as Toronto prevailed despite being outshot 39-16. [Author: kmcgran...
- + Blue Jays fall to eighth overall pick in 2025 MLB draft—Toronto came into the draft lottery with the fifth-best odds of getting the first overall pick, but ended up slipping three spots. [Author: mwilner@th...
- + Wednesday weather: Another fog advisory, rain and then flurries forecast for Toronto—A fog advisory is expected to carry into Wednesday afternoon, reducing visibility to near zero. A 40 per cent chance of morning showers increases to a...
- + Pedestrian rushed to hospital after being hit by driver of TTC bus—Police were called to the area of Bloor Street and Ossington Avenue for reports of a collision at around 8:30 p.m. [Author: vtiberio@thestar.ca (Vanes...
- + Pierre Poilievre says it shouldn't take Donald Trump to make the Liberals to sort out a fentanyl crisis—Poilievre used an Opposition day motion to hammer Justin Trudeau, saying reduced sentences “for drug kingpins" and lax borders “threaten our trade rel...
- + Pearson airport begins using CT scanner to detect explosives, threats in carry-on luggage—The new X-ray technology, now being used on one international screening line at Terminal 1, means some travellers no longer have to remove laptops, li...
- + In surprise move, Olivia Chow changes course on limiting Uber drivers—City staff had recommended limiting how many drivers could work for the app-based ride-hailing companies at 80,429. That proposal is now in doubt. [Au...
- + Ford government's supervised consumption site law violates charter, Toronto group claims in lawsuit—The lawsuit contends that the legislation imposes cruel and unusual punishment under the Charter, as it exposes people who use drugs to an increased r...
- + Canada Post strike gridlock: Management says union proposal would add $2.9 billion to costs—Almost a month into the strike by 55,000 workers at Canada Post, there's still no apparent end in sight. [Author: josh@thestar.ca (Josh Rubin)] [Link ...
- + Two masked suspects sought after shots fired inside Etobicoke's Silverthorn Collegiate on Tuesday—About 120 people were in the high school when the gun went off "in one of the stairwells," Toronto police said. No injuries were reported and the lock...
- + Insider says Justin Trudeau has a $1B border plan designed to counter Trump's tariff threat—Doug Ford says Canada should be ready to hit back at the president-elect with matching tariffs on American products. [Author: rbenzie@thestar.ca (Robe...
- + Toronto eyes water and garbage rate hikes. Here's how much more you might pay—City council's executive committee voted Tuesday to accept a staff recommendation to increase annual fees for garbage and water. [Author: bcohen@thest...
- + Alisha Brooks was proud of her work against domestic violence. A week later, she was shot to death by a man believed to be her boyfriend—Man accused of first-degree in Brooks' murder was out on statuary release for threatening after assaulting one of his previous partners. [Author: rmud...
- + Donald Trump calls Justin Trudeau 'Governor' of the 'Great State of Canada'—Heading into Tuesday morning’s cabinet meeting, Defence Minister Bill Blair indicated that he didn’t take Trump’s comments seriously. [Author: aballin...
- + Donald Trump’s isolationist agenda faces an immediate challenge in Syria—He vows to not to get sucked into the resolution of a drawn-out conflict, even as other countries rush to exert their influence. It may be impossible....
- + Justin Trudeau suggests Canada will retaliate against Donald Trump's tariffs—Trudeau did not specify how extensively his government would levy import duties on American goods but he referenced Canada’s strategic counter-tariffs...
- + Pierre Poilievre could receive and make public the names of Conservatives allegedly tied to foreign meddling, former top spy says—Two former heads of Canada's spy agency say Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre should have agreed to receive the same security clearances as other f...
- + Chrystia Freeland announces date for Ottawa's long-awaited mini budget—And the Liberals also survived yet another confidence vote. [Author: rtumilty@thestar.ca (Ryan Tumilty)] [Link to media]
- + Woman fatally shot near Danforth Avenue remembered as 'passionate' about helping others—Alisha Brooks, shot to death Sunday night at a house near Jones and Danforth, was a devoted mother who was building a career helping others. [Author: ...
- + Toronto man charged with murder after woman fatally shot near Danforth Avenue—The suspect and victim knew each other, according to police. [Author: vtiberio@thestar.ca (Vanessa Tiberio)] [Link to media]
- + Taylor Swift's Eras Tour is officially over. Here are 10 highlights from the record-shattering megatour—Including Swiftie dads, an "unprecedented" Taylor tattoo surge and a couple billion dollars. [Author: rassaly@thestar.ca (Richie Assaly)] [Link to med...
- + Doug Ford's get-tough encampment plan coming Thursday but Ontarians are divided over the approach, survey suggests—With Ford bringing forward measures this week to give police and municipalities "enhanced legislative powers" to remove the tent encampments from park...
- + 'Major steps backwards': Canada Post union, management blast each other publicly after failed face-to-face meeting—In a memo issued late Monday afternoon, the Canadian Union of Postal Workers said it met face-to-face with company negotiators earlier in the day and ...
- + New York prosecutors charge suspect in UnitedHealthcare CEO killing with murder, court records show—Police apprehended the man after receiving a tip that he had been spotted at a McDonald’s near Altoona, Pennsylvania, about 233 miles west of New York...
- + Suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO shook when police confronted him, officers say—Police apprehended the man after receiving a tip that he had been spotted at a McDonald’s near Altoona, Pennsylvania, about 233 miles west of New York...
- + Suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO faces weapons, forgery and other charges—Police apprehended the man after receiving a tip that he had been spotted at a McDonald’s near Altoona, Pennsylvania, about 233 miles west of New York...
- + TikTok Canada monitored the 'Freedom Convoy' and Brampton protests for harmful content. Now it argues Ottawa is hurting its efforts—As Canada inches closer to a federal election that will be closely scrutinized for the potential impacts of misinformation and foreign interference, T...
- + Cirque de Soleil meets group therapy: Othership CEO Robbie Bent's icy plunge into the health and wellness sector—What started as a small therapeutic sauna-ice bath community in Robbie Bent's Geary Avenue garage is now Othership, with locations in Toronto and Manh...
- + Skip the financial hangover and knock these off your end-of-year checklist—These to-dos don’t take a lot of time. So pour yourself an eggnog and get rolling. [Author: lscorgie@dontdisplay.me (Lesley-Anne Scorgie)] [Link to me...
- + When he got cancer, this Toronto man faced financial ruin. 'Staggering' costs for patients revealed in new study—A Canadian Cancer Society report gives the first comprehensive look at the economic impact, including lost income and out-of-pocket expenses. [Author:...
- + How far-right influencers are weaponizing Canada as a warning to Americans — and why it's also changing the way we see ourselves—Right-wing influencers often present a distorted version of Canada that sloshes back into the real-world, possibly shifting Canadians' views of their ...
- + The GST/HST holiday tax break kicks in this week. Here is what is covered—The temporary tax break will remove the federal and provincial tax on everything from meals to children's clothing for a two-month period beginning De...
- + Syrian government services come to a 'complete halt' as state workers stay home after rebel takeover—Streams of refugees crossed back into Syria from neighboring countries, hoping for a more peaceful future and looking for friends and relatives who di...
- + Middle East latest: Israeli strikes hit Gaza and also target suspected weapons sites in Syria—Israeli strikes killed at least six people in the central Gaza Strip, Palestinian medical officials said Monday, while also hitting suspected chemical...
- + Juan Soto agrees to record $765 million, 15-year contract with Mets, AP source says—DALLAS (AP) — Star outfielder Juan Soto and the New York Mets agreed Sunday to a record $765 million, 15-year contract, a person familiar with the dea...
- + Woman dies in Danforth shooting, man arrested—Emergency measures were performed on a woman suffering from gunshot wounds, but she died after an emergency run to hospital, said police. [Author: jdi...
- + 'It's a special moment': Syrians in Toronto celebrate fall of Assad with mixed emotions—Crowds gathered at Nathan Phillips Square and Celebration Square in Mississauga to mark the end of the 50-year Assad rule. [Author: mcolley@thestar.ca...
- + Man wanted for choking, assaulting victim while holding them hostage in Scarborough—Police allege the man knew the victim and assaulted them multiple times with a weapon. [Author: jdill@thestar.ca (Jayden Dill)] [Link to media]
- + Canada Post strike update: Union 'frustrated' with proposals, but postal service says it has yet to see formal response—CUPW, in a statement to the Star, argued latest proposals from the company contain "drastic changes and rollbacks that no union in the world would eve...
- + The TTC is his 'number one hobby': Meet the 11-year-old who can identify every bus in Toronto’s fleet—With a deep knowledge of TTC buses and a lifelong passion for transit, Luis-Mario Carrington is on a mission to share his love for the city's fleet. [...
- + Canadians will spend an average of $1,800 on the holidays. Here are some smart tips for spending less—Focusing on non-material holiday memories is a surefire way to keep costs under wraps and holiday spirits up. [Author: hgodfrey@thestar.ca (Hayden God...
- + The most heavenly cookie you'll have this holiday season: Food for the Gods—Every day till Christmas, we bake a recipe from the Star’s recipe archives. Today, JP and his family whip up a treat worthy of the Gods all before hom...
- + Doug Ford's Tories leading as potential election looms, survey shows—The latest Abacus Data monthly tracking survey for the Star found Ford's Tories at 43 per cent — well ahead of Bonnie Crombie's Liberals at 25 per cen...
- + Ballroom, salsa, cha-cha: Men have been taking the lead for ages. Here's why this Toronto dance class flouts the rules—For more than 20 years, this non-profit group has provided a safe, inclusive space where all ages and identities can dance freely. [Author: rmcswain@t...
- + Toronto can end tents in parks: Here's a city that solved street homelessness — and how we can do it too—Helsinki started with a big homelessness problem and they've effectively solved it. Experts say their model could be adapted for Canada's largest city...
- + ‘We are in this legal limbo’: Casa Loma residents opposing new development face a tougher fight after Doug Ford’s housing law—A local resident's group fears a new development will spoil the view from Casa Loma, so it's resorted to the court system to try to get the project ch...
- + Ousted Syrian leader Assad flees to Moscow after fall of Damascus, Russian state media say—Syrians poured into streets echoing with celebratory gunfire on Sunday after a stunning rebel advance reached the capital. [Link to media]
- + Jubilation and gunfire as Syrians celebrate the end of the Assad family's half-century rule—Syrians poured into streets echoing with celebratory gunfire on Sunday after a stunning rebel advance reached the capital. [Link to media]
- + MP Jamil Jivani meets U.S. vice president-elect amid Trump's tariff threats—Jamil Jivani posted a picture on social media Saturday with vice-president-elect JD Vance and British Conservative Opposition Leader Kemi Badenoch. [L...
- + Bunting scores key power-play goal to power Penguins past Maple Leafs 5-2—PITTSBURGH (AP) — Michael Bunting scored a third-period power-play goal that gave the Pittsburgh Penguins the lead for good in a 5-2 win over the Toro...
- + Syrian government falls in stunning end to 50-year rule of Assad family—The rebels' moves around Damascus, reported by an opposition war monitor and a rebel commander, came after the Syrian army withdrew from much of south...
- + Syrian government appears to have fallen in stunning end to 50-year rule of Assad family—The rebels' moves around Damascus, reported by an opposition war monitor and a rebel commander, came after the Syrian army withdrew from much of south...
- + Toronto man says despite backlash, he’ll continue to sell his AI-generated holiday cards—"We’re not trying to trick people," said Dylan Hachey, who runs Vintage Villages. "If people don’t want to support that type of artwork, then they don...
- + Search for UnitedHealthcare CEO's killer yields evidence, but few answers—Police don’t know who he is, where he is, or why he did it, though they are confident it was a targeted attack instead of a random act. [Link to media...
- + Notre Dame reopens after devastating fire five years ago as world leaders gather to mark cathedral's rebirth—The restoration, a spectacular achievement in just five years for a structure that took nearly two centuries to build, is seen as a moment of triumph ...
- + Canada Post strike update: Ottawa reaffirms it won't intervene, postal service awaits CUPW response to proposal—Canada Post told the Star it's waiting on a formal response from the CUPW after the two sides traded proposals Friday. [Author: dzlomislic@thestar.ca ...
- + 'If you don't pay, you will have your truck burned or shot': Toronto tow truck drivers are being illegally 'taxed'—The rise in tensions comes just months after new legislation was put into place requiring tow truck drivers to be certificated provincially. [Author: ...
- + Winter weather travel advisory ends for Toronto, GTA as temperature begins to rise—Along with 5 cm of snow, Saturday was also forecast to bring freezing drizzle and wind gusts up to 50 km/h. Overnight temperatures were set to rise wi...
- + Winter weather travel advisory in effect for Toronto, parts of GTA as snow falls in region—Drivers and pedestrians should expect hazardous conditions and be prepared to adjust their travel plans, Environment Canada said. [Author: emendes@the...
- + Snow expected Saturday afternoon as winter weather travel advisory issued for Toronto, parts of GTA—Drivers and pedestrians should expect hazardous conditions and be prepared to adjust their travel plans, Environment Canada said. [Author: emendes@the...
- + A high-tech medical clinic operated by a telecom giant has opened in Toronto — and it's accepting up to 6,000 patients—Each of the seven examination rooms in the new Telus Health clinic is equipped with 'AI scribe' software that listens to appointments and sends notes ...
- + Memo sent to Justin Trudeau warns that America's massive debt and deficit could cause problems in Canada—The U.S. government is set to run a nearly $2 trillion deficit this year and will end this calendar year with more than $28 trillion in debt. [Author:...
- + One of us thinks we need a federal election ASAP. The other thinks that's a terrible idea—Donald Trump's presence is already being felt in Canada. Does that mean it's time for a federal election? [Author: sdelacourt@thestar.ca (Susan Delaco...
- + One man in critical condition, another arrested after triple shooting at after-hours bar in downtown Toronto—Police said three people were transported to the hospital after being shot. [Author: oharbin@thestar.ca (Olivia Harbin)] [Link to media]
- + Toronto's traffic is a nightmare. Here's what some experts say is the biggest culprit and what the city can do about it—Premier Doug Ford has focused his ire on Toronto bikeways, but the data shows what has actually closed more vehicle lanes and for how long a time. [Au...
- + A difficult few years. An upcoming milestone. And a really big bet. Why Cameron Bailey is 'insanely optimistic' about the future of TIFF—In a wide-ranging year-end interview, the TIFF CEO discusses the past, present and future of the festival. [Author: phowell@thestar.ca (Peter Howell)]...
- + Canadians want a tough approach to Donald Trump — but some like him better than Justin Trudeau, survey shows—As Canadian politicians jockey to position themselves as the best to deal with a mercurial incoming U.S. president Donald Trump, a wary Canadian publi...
- + The PWHL is helping hockey grow internationally. This Sceptres rookie forward is living proof—For Sceptres draft pick Noemi Neubauerová, reaching the PWHL is a process that started a decade ago when she left her home in Prague at 14. [Author: k...
- + Trudeau government's new gun measures draw mixed reaction, as parties remember those killed in Montreal massacre—The new measures would add 324 additional makes and models of "assault-style" weapons, and their variants, to its list of prohibited firearms. [Author...
- + Canada Post strike update: Management and union evaluating new proposals, hope to resume official mediation soon—In a statement released Friday evening, the union said it was reviewing the company's latest offer and planned to respond via the mediator, though off...
- + Quit stalling over First Nations community policing, Ontario Indigenous police chiefs tell Trudeau government—Chiefs' human rights complaint argues that chronic underfunding due to racial discrimination is having "a profound effect on safety." [Author: jspearc...
- + Patrick Brown says there was pressure from India, but that foreign interference didn't change outcome of Conservative leadership race—Brown was formally summoned to appear before the House of Commons Public Safety committee which is studying Indian government interference in Canada p...
- + Trudeau government adds hundreds more assault-style weapons to its gun ban—The measures come on the eve of the 35th anniversary of the gun rampage that ended in the deaths of 14 women at Montreal's École Polytechnique, one of...
- + Doug Ford preparing to override courts, give police and municipalities enhanced legislative powers to 'dismantle' homeless encampments—That was his response Thursday to a dozen mayors who appealed to Ford to enact tougher laws to help them deal with encampments. [Author: rbenzie@thest...
- + Trudeau cabinet minister Randy Boissonnault says he wants to make amends for not being clear about his Indigenous heritage claims—Boissonnault said he is seeking advice from elders and community leaders about how to make amends, and apologized for not being clearer about his heri...
- + Why stronger borders won’t satisfy Donald Trump’s demand to stop the flow of fentanyl—“The transnational supply of narcotics to the U.S. is the highest because the demand is the highest.” [Author: pedwards@thestar.ca (Peter Edwards)] [L...
- + Canada Post strike wreaks havoc on Christmas cards. Can the cherished tradition withstand the disruption?—Beyond personal impact, the strike is taking a toll on charities, especially those dependent on Canada Post to send holiday greetings to people who ar...
- + Poor budgeting and too many consultants behind soaring cost of Toronto subway projects, study reveals—Doug Ford's four priority transit projects cost Ontario taxpayers more to build than comparable projects in cities around the world, researchers found...
- + Canada Post reviewing new union proposal as workers move on demands—As the strike edges towards a third week, Canada Post said Thursday it had received a new counterproposal from the Canadian Union of Postal Workers. [...
- + Toronto weather this weekend: Snow flurries, a closure on the Line 1 subway and Santa Claus comes to town in south Etobicoke—Environment Canada is calling for light snow and temperatures hovering around the freezing mark on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Sunday is expected t...
- + Toronto considers giving down payment help to higher earners—Residents in the 80th percentile of incomes would qualify for "attainable" owned homes, if the changes are approved. [Author: victoriagibson@thestar.c...
- + Average Toronto home price predicted to hit $1.2 million by end of 2025—Detached homes will see a 7% increase next year, but condo prices will dip by 1%, a new report from Royal LePage says. [Author: clarriefeinstein@torst...
- + The best of Auston Matthews reconnects with Mitch Marner. And the Leafs make it 10 wins in 12—Matthews, back up to speed, has five points in three games after Wednesday night's home win over the Nashville Predators. [Author: kmcgran@thestar.ca ...
- + Masai Ujiri's Giants of Africa can see the future from a gym in Malvern—The all-girls basketball clinic was among several events leading up to Thursday's Giants of Africa Night at Scotiabank Arena. [Author: gngabo@thestar....
- + Canadians to spend $801 more on food in 2025 as climate, Trump affect prices: report—That's the conclusion of the 15th annual food price report released Thursday by a partnership that includes researchers at various Canadian universiti...
- + Amnesty International says Israel is committing genocide in Gaza. Israel rejects the allegations—“Our damning findings must serve as a wake-up call to the international community: this is genocide. It must stop now,” Agnès Callamard, Secretary Gen...
- + Doug Ford tells Fox News that Trump’s tariff threat a bad idea between friends—"It's a great friendship ... and we want to keep it that way,” the premier said in a four-minute interview that followed Justin Trudeau’s dinner meeti...
- + 'Shattered': Mothers of Indigenous people killed in police encounters say a national inquiry must lead to change—First Nations chiefs voted a day earlier in support of an inquiry into systemic racism and police deaths in Canada. [Author: jspearchief-morris@thesta...
- + Trudeau government's $250 cheque plan in limbo after NDP refuse to support it unless it's expanded—The Liberals’ plan to get $250 cheques to more than 18 million Canadians seems stuck in a political morass with the NDP saying they will only support ...
- + ‘I just wanted it to be over’: Woman denies consenting to sexual massage from Toronto Coun. Michael Thompson—“I think I went to a place of ‘just let it happen,’” the woman said, describing what she alleges was a sexual assault by Toronto Coun. Michael Thompso...
- + Trudeau government splits contentious online harms bill in effort to get child safety guidelines passed into law—Justice Minister Arif Virani's move means that the bill’s most contentious parts — highly debated changes to the Criminal Code and Canadian Human Righ...
- + Pierre Poilievre challenges Justin Trudeau's Liberals to disclose federal finance details—Asked about the delay in releasing federal finances, Freeland dodged questions, saying only that the Liberal government would present a fiscal update ...
- + Labour minister slams Canada Post union and management for being 'highly disrespectful' of Canadians—Labour experts expect either back-to-work legislation or binding arbitration to be invoked soon to end the walkout by 55,000 workers nears its third w...
- + Trudeau's environment minister says he understands why Ontario Liberal leader is distancing herself from 'carbon tax'—Bonnie Crombie criticized the federal tax on Tuesday night during a party fundraising dinner. She said the federal carbon levy is “wrong.” [Author: rt...
- + Toronto weather: Flurries and slippery conditions lead to winter weather travel advisory—Environment Canada said the GTA could get up to five centimetres of snow by Wednesday evening. Flurries are expected again Thursday with light snow in...
- + Toronto weather: Snow falling in the GTA; Environment Canada issues winter weather travel advisory—The GTA could get up to five centimetres of snow by Wednesday evening. [Author: jdill@thestar.ca (Jayden Dill)] [Link to media]
- + Trudeau government splits contentious online harms bill in hopes one part will pass quickly—Justice Minister Arif Virani's move means that the bill’s most contentious parts — highly debated changes to the Criminal Code and Canadian Human Righ...
- + The TTC is using plainclothes inspectors to fight fare evasion. Critics are calling it 'creepy'—Beginning Wednesday, plain-clothes inspectors will start issuing tickets for fare evasion, ranging from 235 to $425. [Author: bspurr@thestar.ca (Ben S...
- + Canada has long faced calls to join the U.S.: A short history of saying nope to the American dream—Donald Trump joked that Canada could become America's 51st state. But for much of Canadian history, the sentiment has been no laughing matter. [Author...
- + TTC reveals the date it’s preparing for the Eglinton Crosstown LRT to be up and running—Both the Eglinton Crosstown and Finch West LRTs are long past their scheduled opening dates. [Author: atakagi@thestar.ca (Andy Takagi)] [Link to media...
- + Supreme Court Latest: Majority of justices appear likely to uphold state ban on transgender care—At least 26 states have adopted laws restricting or banning gender-affirming care for minors, and most of those states face lawsuits. [Link to media]
- + Four hours of OT for a five-minute call: Crown attorneys told to stop calling Toronto police officers to help curb overtime ‘insanity’—The president of the Toronto Police Association blasted the police service for “attempting to circumvent” the officers’ collective agreement, which di...
- + Canada Post strike enters third week with 'no talks scheduled' as estimated cost nears $1 billion—The union said earlier this week that they are "prepared to return to the bargaining table." [Author: hgodfrey@thestar.ca (Hayden Godfrey)] [Link to m...
- + Scottie Barnes helps the Raptors build a lead they can't give away, though they tried—Raptors build a 24-point lead in the third quarter, then have to hold off the Pacers in the fourth. [Author: dgsmith@thestar.ca (Doug Smith)] [Link to...
- + The case for Mitch Marner making the Canadian team for the 4 Nations Face-Off—The Leafs forward entered Tuesday's NHL games as the fourth-highest scorer among Canadian players. And there's more to his game than offence. [Author:...
- + Canadians had a magical Paris Olympics. But the future of our athletic excellence is at risk—As we approach Budget 2025, the federal government has an important opportunity to invest more in Canadian sport. [Link to media]
- + Justin Trudeau's 'carbon tax' is 'wrong,' Ontario Liberal Leader Bonnie Crombie says—Tuesday night speech serves as Crombie's strongest attempt yet to distance Ontario Grits from their federal cousins. [Author: rferguson@thestar.ca (Ro...
- + Toronto to get its first snow event this winter, Environment Canada issues weather advisory—The first winter weather advisory for the city warns that the GTA could get up to five centimetres of snow by Wednesday evening. [Author: jdill@thesta...
- + South Korea’s opposition parties submit a motion to impeach President Yoon over sudden martial law—The motion, submitted jointly by the main opposition Democratic Party and five smaller opposition parties, could be put to a vote as early as Friday. ...
- + What's next for Ontario's controversial MZOs? Critics ask whether auditor general's report went far enough—Auditor general Shelley Spence said the province used the tool 114 times from 2019 to 2023 under Premier Doug Ford’s government. [Author: njaved@thest...
- + Visiting British soldier claims self-defence in downtown Toronto bar killing of Manitoba businessman—At the start of trial on Tuesday, jurors watched surveillance footage showing Brett Sheffield being elbowed in the head and neck by visiting soldier C...
- + NDP will vote against Conservative no-confidence motion, saving Trudeau government for now—But the New Democrats will have to vote on three more confidence tests in the coming weeks. [Author: mramzy@torstar.ca (Mark Ramzy)] [Link to media]
- + Ford government’s Ontario Place redevelopment was ‘not fair, transparent or accountable,’ auditor general finds in scathing report—Ford's decision to close supervised drug consumption sites near schools and daycares was made "without proper planning," the AG said. [Author: rbenzie...
- + Justin Trudeau’s team believes it can escape Donald Trump’s tariff threat—Team came away from talks with a sense that there may be a way to get a reprieve from tariffs, but an insider said, "we're not there yet as of this mo...
- + Opposition MPPs call on Ford government to launch emergency committee on problems in child welfare—Conservative minister says "we have increased investments so that no child or youth is ever left behind in our province.” [Author: krushowy@thestar.ca...
- + U.S. authorities mum on $40M cocaine bust of Ontario men—Police said they found cocaine with an approximate weight of 1,146 pounds, worth an estimated street value of more than $40 million. [Author: pedwards...
- + In rare move, House of Commons Speaker pauses lengthy Parliament standoff—Greg Fergus's ruling allows both the Conservatives and the New Democrats to control the parliamentary agenda for four days, and for MPs to greenlight ...
- + Canada launches ad campaign warning newcomers claiming asylum is 'not easy'—The new campaign, set to be translated into 11 different languages, will run through spring 2025. It cost the Liberal government about $250,000. [Auth...
- + 'There's so many people coming together': Cottage country residents brace for more snow as Muskoka storm cleanup continues—On Monday, downed power lines, broken branches and other obstacles still plagued efforts to get help to those in need, to repair damaged infrastructur...
- + Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown says foreign meddling did not impact the Conservative leadership race—Brown issued a statement Monday following a report from Radio-Canada that said Indian government agents attempted to hurt his campaign. [Author: rtumi...
- + Metrolinx CEO Phil Verster leaving after seven years—Sources, speaking confidentially in order to discuss internal deliberations, confirmed Verster is stepping down from the organization he has led for m...
- + Trans asylum seeker in ‘critical crisis’ as UN urges Canada to prevent her deportation to Syria—Citing privacy concerns, Canadian officials did not comment on the case. Arwa Almsrawi is now stranded in Southeast Asia. [Author: bkennedy@thestar.ca...
- + Yahoo and Rogers customers can join a $20M data breach class action settlement. Are you eligible?—The class action stems from a series of data breaches between 2013 and 2016 that saw the information of more than 1 billion users leaked. [Author: ata...
- + 'No movement at all': Snowstorms in Ontario's cottage country strand motorists, drop more than a metre of snow—One motorist told the Star he's been stuck on Highway 11 for more than 24 hours in Gravenhurst, which has seen about 140 cm of snow since Friday. [Aut...
- + Canada Post presents union with 'framework' to reach deal as strike continues—Canada Post has presented the union representing some 55,000 striking postal workers with a framework to reach negotiated agreements, the corporation ...
- + Poilievre accuses Trudeau of coming home empty-handed after Trump, PM hail 'productive' Florida meeting—The Conservative leader hosted a press conference on Sunday, listing off a number of demands for the Trudeau government to bolster border security. [A...
- + Durham police investigating woman's death in Pickering as homicide, son arrested—Police received reports of a "possible collision" and found a woman with serious injuries in the Foxwood Trail and Weyburn Square area around 5:10 a.m...
- + A reporter's redemption story: Vegan gingerbread (almost) cut-out cookies—Every day till Christmas, we bake a recipe from the Star’s recipe archives. Today, Mahdis attempts vegan gingerbread cut-outs. [Author: mhabibinia@the...
- + Did Bonnie Crombie get 'sold a bill of goods'? Here's why the Liberal leader is struggling to find her footing and take down Doug Ford—Struggling in the polls, the Liberal leader faces an uphill battle to oust popular premier, Doug Ford. [Author: rferguson@thestar.ca (Rob Ferguson)] [...
- + A space ship landed in Toronto's east end. Why it's become a neighbourhood touchstone—After their car was stolen, this Toronto couple opted for a vehicle that has become a rallying point for the neighbourhood. [Author: rmudhar@thestar.c...
- + I grew up on Twitter. But with a new Trump era on the horizon, I've turned to Bluesky. Here's what I found there—On its surface, the apps almost identical to the old Twitter. But gone, at least for now, is much of the noise — the casual racism, the bullying blue ...
- + 56,000 residents, over 100 buildings: How Toronto plans to add a city of people into Scarborough's Golden Mile—The largely commercial strip is being developed by more than a dozen private landowners, making coordination a gargantuan task. [Author: victoriagibso...
- + Can Golden Mile builders learn from Toronto's past mistakes? Here's where the city got new neighbourhoods right — and very wrong—From CityPlace to Regent Park, the city has tried to build dense new hubs before, with varying success. [Author: victoriagibson@thestar.ca (Victoria G...
- + Will a rebuilt Golden Mile be a thriving neighbourhood? That might be up to our kids—City staff are trying to ensure a walkable community with local businesses, but 'we are city builders without shovels.' [Author: ekeenan@thestar.ca (E...
- + Dollar store bang for your buck: Deals galore for the techies to the pet lovers on your holiday gift list—More than a third of Canadians are planning on buying less expensive gifts this year. Tech, beauty, home and pet items that make good gifts while goin...
- + Potential unmarked graves identified at former residential school in central B.C.—Nadleh Whut'en Chief Beverly Ketlo says the community has always known children were buried at the institution because many of their graves are marked...
- + Photo radar camera on busy Parkside Drive vandalized a day after being repaired—“Somebody’s on a mission,” says an area resident about the camera being cut down after it was remounted following vandalism in mid-November. [Author: ...
- + Trump says he had a 'productive meeting' with Trudeau after leaders met for surprise dinner in Florida—Prime Minister Justin Trudeau shared a photo of the Friday night meeting on X, thanking Trump for dinner at Mar-a-Lago in Florida. [Author: eren@thest...
- + Trump says he had a 'productive meeting' with Trudeau after two met for surprise dinner in Florida—Meanwhile, Trudeau shared a photo of them on X, thanking Trump for the dinner. [Author: eren@thestar.ca (Estella Ren)] [Link to media]
- + Canada Post denies violating labour code by laying off striking workers as union files formal complaint—"Laying off postal workers during a strike is illegal," CUPW said in a statement to the Star on Saturday. [Author: oharbin@thestar.ca (Olivia Harbin)]...
- + Team Canada coach raves about Leafs' Mitch Marner ahead of 4 Nations Face-Off roster reveal—Connor McDavid, Cale Makar, Sidney Crosby, Nathan MacKinnon, Brad Marchand and Brayden Point have already made coach Jon Cooper's Team Canada. [Author...
- + 'A very rude awakening': Severe snow squalls leave thousands without power, close highways in parts of Ontario—The ongoing storm brought areas in cottage country nearly a metre of snow blowing in off the Great Lakes on Saturday, cutting power to about 30,000 ho...
- + Severe snow squalls in parts of Ontario leave thousands without power, close highways—An ongoing storm is continuing to blanket areas in cottage country on Saturday, but the areas around Toronto are being spared from the snowfall. [Auth...
- + Ontario is backing rehab instead of safe drug injection sites. Those who know the system say both are needed—At the same time as the government is pumping new cash into rehab, it is slashing funding from another pillar of drug recovery: harm reduction. [Autho...
- + Inside Justin Trudeau's surprise dinner with Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago in Florida—Trudeau and LeBlanc discussed trade and the border over dinner with the president-elect at his Mar-a-Lago resort. [Author: tmaccharles@thestar.ca (Ton...
- + How a research facility in Leamington developed a top secret tomato that could take on the world—The surprising story of H2590, a meaty new tomato developed in Ontario that has the potential to make the storied 'Ketchup Pack,' supplying Heinz ketc...
- + Postal workers union files unfair labour practice complaint over Canada Post layoffs—CUPW says the layoffs are an "intimidation tactic" that violates the Canada Labour Code. [Link to media]
- + 'Misinformation lives where young people live.' Here's how to help them identify it—At the Toronto Star Media Literacy Event, experts discussed how to help young people navigate misinformation, emphasizing critical thinking, curiosity...
- + FACTOR says Scotiabank failed to report $10M theft of money meant for Canadian artists—FACTOR, a non-profit that funds Canadian musicians, is asking the court to order the bank to reimburse the stolen money. [Author: abbyobrien@thestar.c...
- + Justin Trudeau makes surprise trip to Florida to meet with Donald Trump on Friday—Trudeau and LeBlanc discussed trade and the border over dinner with the president-elect at his Mar-a-Lago resort. [Author: tmaccharles@thestar.ca (Ton...
- + Frank Stronach's trials move to Toronto and York Region—After some procedural delays, Frank Stronach’s court cases for sexual assault are moving jurisdictions from Peel to Toronto and York Region. [Author: ...
- + Justin Trudeau defends plan to limit which Canadians get $250 cheques—Trudeau said the rebate is meant to go to Canadians who are often excluded from government aid. [Author: rapatel@thestar.ca (Raisa Patel)] [Link to me...
- + John Herdman resigns as head coach of Toronto FC amid drone-spying scandal—Herdman resigned after becoming embroiled in the drone-spying scandal that has dogged Canada Soccer. [Link to media]
- + Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown summoned to appear before MPs probing Indian government activities in Canada—MPs on the House of Commons public safety and national security committee voted Thursday to summon Brown to appear. [Author: rtumilty@thestar.ca (Ryan...
- + Snow squalls could drop up to 75 cm in some parts of Ontario — and they're bringing 'thundersnow'—Regions around cottage country and north of Toronto are expected to be hit the hardest. There are currently no weather warnings for Toronto. [Author: ...
- + Canada’s major news organizations band together to sue ChatGPT creator OpenAI—The suit alleges theft of published media to train software and seeks billions in damages. [Author: josh@thestar.ca (Josh Rubin)] [Link to media]
- + TTC gets $758 million from Ottawa to help buy new subway cars for aging Line 2—New subway cars are urgently needed for TTC's Line 2 as they will be at the end of their 30-year service life in 2026. [Author: bspurr@thestar.ca (Ben...
- + Justin Trudeau's GST bill passes House of Commons, clearing major hurdle—The Liberals' bill cleared the House of Commons with support from the NDP. [Author: rtumilty@thestar.ca (Ryan Tumilty)] [Link to media]
- + Trudeau government's 'Team Canada' approach to Donald Trump is already on shaky ground. Here's why—“Sure, they have a strategy, but what's the strategy for chaos?” said Newfoundland and Labrador Premier Andrew Furey in calling for a diplomatic resol...
- + Canada's competition watchdog sues Google over online advertising—The Competition Bureau is seeking an order from the Competition Tribunal to break up the company's advertising technology tools, levy steep financial ...
- + Metrolinx provides update on long-delayed Eglinton LRT after finding software flaw—Phil Verster, the transit agency's CEO, said Thursday that a software design flaw that posed a safety risk has been fixed. [Author: jchong@thestar.ca ...
- + Scientists urge federal environmental review of fast-tracked Highway 413—A letter signed by more than 100 scientists and medical professionals urges federal Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault to designate the controvers...
- + Parts of Ontario may see up to 50 cm of snow over weekend as Environment Canada warns of 'multi-day' snow squall event—Don't worry, Toronto is not expecting much snow this weekend. [Author: klautens@thestar.ca (Kristjan Lautens)] [Link to media]
- + Canada Post confirms it is laying off striking workers, union accuses management of 'scare tactic'—Management said "a limited number of employees" have been impacted and employees who "have been laid off have been contacted directly." [Author: hgodf...
- + Man facing attempted murder charges after violent carjackings in Riverside, vehicles shot at on Highway 401—One driver is in hospital with serious injuries after a violent carjacking in the city's east end, police said. [Author: vtiberio@thestar.ca (Vanessa ...
- + Can Doug Ford really stop cyclists from suing over bike lane removal? Here's what the legal experts say—Ford's plan to rip up three of Toronto's bike lanes includes an amendment preventing anyone injured once the lanes are gone from suing the government....
- + Ottawa pledges to strengthen border to appease Trump after tariff threat—Prime Minister Justin Trudeau convened an emergency meeting with the premiers Wednesday to forge a battle plan after Trump's trade broadside two days ...
- + Ford government to hit companies with minimum $500,000 fine for repeat safety violations—If an employer has more than one serious injury or workplace death within a two-year period, the $500,000 base fine will be mandatory, Minister of Lab...
- + This popular GTA restaurant chain allegedly withheld wages from international students and refugees—Sunrise Caribbean Restaurant didn't respond to questions from the Star. Its president is appealing a government order that it owes one worker $19,000....
- + City staff cut 2026 FIFA World Cup budget despite warnings about the risk of soaring costs, documents reveal—A business plan for the 2026 FIFA World Cup games in Toronto shows staff asking for the estimated budget to be cut by $20 million despite a warning no...
- + The creator of the '15-minute city' talks about how he would combat people's fears of his idea—The professor who devised the "15-minute city" ideal of walkable and bikeable neighbourhoods has been compared to evil dictators by those who have dis...
- + John Tory: Doug Ford needs to follow the evidence on supervised consumption—Ontarians suffering from addiction need not just better treatment, but places to live, too. [Link to media]
- + Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire appears to hold as Lebanese stream south to their homes—The U.S.- and France-brokered deal, approved by Israel late Tuesday, calls for an initial two-month halt to fighting and requires Hezbollah to end its...
- + NDP won't support $250 cheques for Canadians unless eligibility expanded—The New Democrats won't support the multibillion-dollar plan unless the Liberals expand the number of Canadians who would be eligible to receive $250 ...
- + Donald Trump's 25% tariff threat raises fears of recession in Canada, while Trudeau government won't rule out retaliation—The Liberal government did not rule out retaliation — possibly a tariff war — if Trump goes ahead with his threat. [Author: tmaccharles@thestar.ca (To...
- + Reality check: Is Donald Trump right about drugs and migrants coming across the Canada-U.S. border?—Trump has vowed to slap a 25-per-cent tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico as punishment for what he calls an "invasion" of the U.S. [Author: abal...
- + Ford government slammed for rejecting public hearings on bill to close safe consumption sites: 'They don't want to hear from the experts'—Government House Leader Steve Clark defended the measure, saying Health Minister Sylvia Jones signalled in August that "we were prioritizing this" so ...
- + 'Never saw that before': Utah Hockey Club walks to game against the Leafs because of bad Toronto traffic—A video posted to Instagram on Sunday, Nov. 24 shows players walking through downtown after team bus stopped moving. [Author: klautens@thestar.ca (Kri...
- + Critters, dancing food and an ex-Wiggle draw a crowd at Santa Claus Parade—"I want to clown around and this is the one day I can do it," said one participant. [Author: karonliu@thestar.ca (Karon Liu)] [Link to media]
- + Montreal police chief expects additional arrests following anti-NATO protest—Montreal's police chief says he expects more arrests stemming from a Friday anti-NATO protest that turned violent, with smashed windows and burned car...
- + Paris moves to slow down traffic, while critics call for a full stop. To Torontonians, it might feel familiar—Residents of the City of Lights have long grumbled about the inconveniences caused by Hidalgo’s car wars. However, when she announced a speed-limit cu...
- + Pierre Poilievre plans to take an axe to Justin Trudeau's climate policies and push Canada in a new direction. Here's what we know—Conservatives riding high in the polls, climate activists are raising the alarm, asking what is the Conservatives' plan to fight climate change. Pierr...
- + Taylor Swift tears up as she thanks Toronto after six-show stint: 'You have no idea how much it means'—"You've put so much of your lives into being with us tonight," she said at her final Rogers Centre performance. [Author: emendes@thestar.ca (Elissa Me...
- + Nazem Kadri, Wayne Simmonds and a North York school. Here's how a group of NHLers is taking on systemic racism in hockey—“The inside of hockey arenas often don’t reflect the diversity of people in Canada." [Author: rmcswain@thestar.ca (Reagan McSwain)] [Link to media]
- + Sudbury family had to send their autistic 8-year-old five hours away just to get her help. 'We can't do this by ourselves anymore'—The only place for the girl with complex needs was Mississauga, a 400-kilometre drive away, making it hard for the struggling parents to even visit. [...
- + How the 15-minute city idea became a misinformation-fuelled fight that's rattling GTA councils—The idea of making cities walkable and livable has helped fuel a conspiracy theory that is throwing local meetings into chaos — and is already changin...
- + This deep fake scam imitated her son's voice perfectly. How to protect yourself from becoming a victim this holiday season—Using two-factor authentication, taking a moment to verify the legitimacy of transactions, and using "safe" words can keep your data safe from malicio...
- + Taylor Swift's Eras Tour has left Toronto. Here are 11 Swifties we met who made the city shimmer—For 10 days, the world came to town. These are the people who came with it. [Author: mcolley@thestar.ca (Mark Colley)] [Link to media]
- + Taylor Swift says goodbye to Toronto: ‘The vibe is insane,’ say fans at Saturday's final show—Thousands of bedecked and bedazzled Swifties flocked downtown for the Eras Tour's last Rogers Centre show; others desperately tried to snag tickets. [...
- + $300 million, blackmail and an inside man: Toronto trial hears fraud allegations behind massive St. Mike’s hospital contract—The Crown alleges former Bondfield Construction Ltd. CEO John Aquino and St. Michael's Hospital executive Vas Georgiou hid their relationship to help ...
- + 'It sounded like war': 23 arrested, 16 firearms seized after gunfight at Toronto recording studio—Police were called to Queen Street West and Sudbury Street around 11:20 p.m. Monday after an exchange of up to 100 shots between two groups. [Author: ...
- + City councillors stopping to look both ways in bid to rein in crossing guard costs—A motion at Toronto council asks staff to look for cheaper ways to allow crossing guards to shepherd children across crosswalks. [Author: mhabibinia@t...
- + 'There is no budget': Fans wait hours for Taylor Swift merch ahead of Eras Tour—The Rogers Centre said it wouldn't allow any lines before 9 a.m. That didn't stop some from trying. [Author: mcolley@thestar.ca (Mark Colley)] [Link t...
- + OPP release video of rock being thrown at vehicle in Markham—This is the eleventh report of rocks being thrown since Sept. 20, Aurora Ontario Provincial Police said. [Author: dramos@thestar.ca (Daniel Ramos)] [L...
- + Former B.C. premier John Horgan, who connected with people, dies at 65—Horgan served as B.C.'s New Democrat premier for five years before stepping down in 2022. [Link to media]
- + Taylor Swift in Toronto: Here's what we know about how much the mega-star's visit will cost the city—The TTC said it expects the extra revenue from added ridership during the six-night stay to offset the additional costs of expanded operations. [Autho...
- + Two women assaulted on GO Train—Durham Regional Police are investigating the separate "unprovoked" incidents that occurred within hours of one another. [Author: emendes@thestar.ca (E...
- + Alcohol sales have been a big boost, convenience stores say. Here's what's flying off the shelves — and it's not just alcohol—Despite the boost in sales, some stores have been struggling to get restocked as quickly — or as smoothly — as they’d like. [Author: josh@thestar.ca (...
- + 'Parent against parent': Battle over new Catholic school location in Toronto gets ugly—While some parents cite safety concerns about sending kids to the former Don Bosco, others say it's a dig at a lower-income, racialized area. [Author:...
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