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LL Cool J says he won't perform at Philadelphia's July Fourth festival in support of workers strike

LL Cool J says he won't perform at Philadelphia's July Fourth festival in support of workers strike

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Rapper LL Cool J and R&B singer Jazmine Sullivan say they will not perform at a Fourth of July festival in Philadelphia in support of a strike by nearly 10,000 city workers in Philadelphia .
Ottawa announces funding for five Alberta carbon capture projects

Ottawa announces funding for five Alberta carbon capture projects

COCHRANE — The federal natural resources minister has announced $21.5 million in funding for five Alberta projects that aim to lower the cost of capturing and storing carbon dioxide emissions.
Joey Chestnut reclaims title in Nathan's Famous hot dog eating contest, wins 17th Mustard Belt

Joey Chestnut reclaims title in Nathan's Famous hot dog eating contest, wins 17th Mustard Belt

Famed competitive eater Joey “Jaws” Chestnut reclaimed his title Friday at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest after skipping last year’s gastronomic battle in New York for the coveted Mustard Belt.
Ontario First Nation slowed down traffic on Trans-Canada Highway over mining laws

Ontario First Nation slowed down traffic on Trans-Canada Highway over mining laws

A northern Ontario First Nation has completed a four-day demonstration that slowed down traffic on the Trans-Canada Highway, as it protests fast-tracked federal and provincial legislation designed to speed up mining and development.
Leasing companies allege Flair failed to make rent payments, ignored default notices

Leasing companies allege Flair failed to make rent payments, ignored default notices

Plane-leasing companies that seized four aircraft from Flair Airlines in 2023 are seeking damages from the budget carrier, alleging it failed to make rent payments by the deadline and ignored repeated default notices.
First Nation seeking court ruling on Alberta ending coal mining moratorium

First Nation seeking court ruling on Alberta ending coal mining moratorium

EDMONTON — An Alberta First Nation is asking a judge to review the provincial government's decision earlier this year to end its moratorium on coal mining.
'Great energy': Calgary Stampede kicks off with oilpatch optimism, patriotic pride

'Great energy': Calgary Stampede kicks off with oilpatch optimism, patriotic pride

CALGARY — The party tents are up, straw bales are scattered around sidewalks and the most crucial 10 days of the year are in full swing for one Calgary bar and restaurant operator.
Major Quebec aluminum smelter announces $1.5B investment with new electricity deal

Major Quebec aluminum smelter announces $1.5B investment with new electricity deal

SEPT-ÎLES — The company operating a major Quebec aluminum smelter says it will invest at least $1.5 billion in its North Shore facilities over the next 20 years.
H&R REIT confirms strategic review, units up more than 10 per cent

H&R REIT confirms strategic review, units up more than 10 per cent

TORONTO — Units in H&R Real Estate Investment Trust were up more than 10 per cent after the trust said it is reviewing strategic alternatives after receiving an unsolicited expression of interest.
GTA home sales down year-over-year in June, listings up: real estate board

GTA home sales down year-over-year in June, listings up: real estate board

TORONTO — Real estate watchers in the Greater Toronto Area are hoping a recovery may be underway as figures for June showed signs that activity could be stabilizing after a sluggish first half of 2025. Home sales in the region ticked 2.