Tuesday, July 15, 2025

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Hindu temple vandalized with pro-Khalistan, anti-India posters in Surrey

Just ahead of India's 76th Independence Day, another prominent Hindu temple was vandalised in the Canadian province of British Columbia with its walls defaced...

Scientists say EG.5.1 will not cause a severe Covid infection

New Delhi, Aug 11 (IANS) The new subvariant of Omicron, EG.5.1, which is more transmissible, yet is less likely to worsen Covid infection, unlike...

Supportive housing project in Mississauga’s Streetsville gets $270,000 for rent supplements, health services

The Ontario government is providing $270,000 in operational funding for rent supplements and mental health and addictions support services for 40 new supportive housing...

Oil prices could go even higher if OPEC+ sticks to production cuts

London, Aug 11 (IANS) Oil prices have soared about 20 per cent since late June but they could go even higher this year if...

Indian spice cardamom attains ‘superfood’ status, can help with weight loss study finds

Want to maintain a lean body weight and reduce fat? The humble cardamom may be the perfect option, according to a new study that...

Driver clocked at 162 kms per hour in Vaughan, police impound vehicle and suspend...

Three drivers had their vehicles impounded and driving licences suspended after they were caught speeding (in separate incidents) in Vaughan. In the first incident on...

Andy Murray withdraws from Canadian Open due to abdominal injury

Three-time Grand Slam champion Andy Murray has pulled out of the ongoing Canadian Open due to an abdominal injury ahead of his round of...

York police air unit helps recover vehicles stolen in carjackings

York police recovered two firearms and two stolen vehicles with the help of an air and canine unit. On Saturday, August 5, just before midnight,...

Ontario pledges $8.2 million for midwifery services in community health centres, hospitals and family...

The Ontario is investing $8.27 million for new and expanded midwifery services across the province that will connect thousands of families to faster care...

Pay TTC fares with credit and debit cards

Starting Tuesday, August 15, riders can use credit or debit cards to pay the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) fares, including cards on a smartphone...