Rory McIlroy Wins Back-to-Back Canadian Opens
The Northern Irishman Rory McIlroy was able to win his second RBC Canadian Open with a two-stroke victory. Tony Finau of the United States finished at 19-under overall. McIlroy was liked by Canadian fans all week, with many of them chanting his name at all 72 holes. After winning, McIlroy said “If there was some […]
Here’s How Climate Change is Extending Allergy Season
Scientists and researchers believe climate change is worsening the allergy season. Professor Cecillia Heredia from Simon Fraser University said there are many environmental factors that lead to the overproduction of pollen. This includes the rise in temperature which will then trigger allergic reactions in some. Heredia explained “It’s a complex system that brings together the […]
Crypto Markets Plummet as Trading Platforms Freeze Up
Bitcoin and other various cryptocurrencies plummeted through the weekend as inflation caused many investors to run for the exits. This caused many major trading platforms to seize up and Binance even had to temporarily halt bitcoin withdrawals. Bitcoin was hovering just below 24,000 US at one point on Monday morning and is down 20 per […]
Small Satellite Built in Nova Scotia Set for 1st Space Mission
Students working with the Dalhousie Space Systems Lab have manufactured the first satellite made in Nova Scotia. The satellite is soon to be launched into space which will be an Atlantic Canadian first. In 2018, many universities received federal funding to construct a nanosatellite. Teams of students from Dalhousie and the University of Victoria were […]
Lebron James Plans to Own NBA Team in Las Vegas
The basketball star and newly minted billionaire Lebron James has expressed his interest in becoming an NBA team owner. He revealed his plans in the latest episode of the talk show “The Shop.” In a promotional video airing on the show Friday, James said “I wanna own a team. Yeah, I wanna buy a team, […]
Here’s What Roads and Transit Services Will be Closed this Weekend
Commuters in Toronto should be aware of some major closures occurring across the city this weekend. On June 11, Lake Shore Boulevard West will see multiple different closures. Westbound lanes form Strachan to Windermere Avenues will be closed to vehicles from 3:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. This will be for the Ride to Conquer Cancer […]
What’s Happening in Toronto this Weekend
If you are bored this weekend, there are a number of festivals and celebrations taking place across Toronto this weekend. Some of these events are being hosted in-person for the first time since the onset of the pandemic. As a result there will be various roadways and transit services closed over the weekend. Events range […]
Shipwreck of 17th-Century Royal Warship Found Off Coast of U.K.
Explorers have discovered the wreck of a royal warship that sank in 1682 while carrying a future king of England, Ireland, and Scotland. The boat named the HMS Gloucester was travelling from southern England to Scotland when it ran aground while navigating sandbanks off the town of Great Yarmouth on the eastern English coat. James […]
Almost Half a Million Passengers on International Flights Delayed at Pearson in May
According to the Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA), nearly half a million passengers were held up after arriving aboard international flights at Toronto’s Pearson airport in May. Exactly 490,810 travellers in May experienced delays as they were held inside their planes or on the tarmac to ease the overflow in customs areas. Close to 2,700 […]
Boston Celtics A Take 2-1 Lead in NBA Final
Jaylen Brown scored 27 points to help the Celtics win Game 3 in the NBA Finals. Throughout this post season, the Celtics have played their best basketball away from home. That has changed against the Golden State Warriors. Jayson Tatum added 26 points for the Celtics and used the energy of a rowdy TD Garden […]