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Air Canada has named Anko Van der Werff, current CEO of SAS, as its next leader — a major shift after Michael Rousseau stepped down amid controversy over his response to a tragic plane crash. Van der Werff will join by end of January 2027, bringing fresh international experience to Canada’s largest airline as it seeks a new direction. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://soli...

The American Film Institute just flipped the script on comedy history, bumping Mel Brooks’ “Blazing Saddles” from 6 to 1 on their “100 Years... 100 Laughs” list — after Brooks himself reportedly nagged them for years that his satirical masterpiece, co-written with Richard Pryor and packed with Oscar-worthy laughs, deserved the top spot over “Some Like It Hot.” AFI president Bob Gazzale admitted th...

A tragic and shocking revelation: the family of 24-year-old former Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland announced he was diagnosed with early-stage CTE after his death in November 2025. Found in brain tissue analyzed by Boston University researchers, the degenerative disease—linked to repeated head trauma—is only diagnosable posthumously and can cause mood swings, impulsivity, and depres...

A groundbreaking blood test may soon help predict if cancer will return after treatment—by detecting microscopic tumor DNA invisible to scans. In the massive SHERLOCK trial, 7,000 cancer survivors are being monitored for up to five years to see if this liquid biopsy can reliably forecast recurrence and guide next steps. While early studies show a strong link between positive tests and cancer comeb...

Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney is ramping up defense commitments at the NATO summit, announcing a major deal to buy up to a dozen new submarines from Germany — a bold move to meet NATO’s spending targets amid U.S. pressure from President Trump. Carney credits Trump’s push for allies to shoulder more defense costs, calling it a necessary shift in global security as new threats like hypersonic...

At this NATO summit, the U.S. President unleashed a diplomatic firestorm—calling Spain a “terrible partner,” ordering a trade ban, and reigniting the Greenland purchase debate—while slamming Iran as “scum” and declaring their ceasefire dead. Amid Europe’s new $50B defense push, Spain defiantly resisted U.S. demands to open bases and airspace, brushing off the trade ultimatum. NATO’s top official b...

The Calgary Stampede is heating up with a spicy new twist: the Culinary Cup, where local chefs compete to turn farm-to-table ingredients into culinary masterpieces, all while rodeo chaos, chuckwagon races, and live music keep the energy soaring. Calgary Transit’s got you covered with extra buses and trains to handle the stampede of crowds, and weather watchers should pack a poncho—rain’s possible...

Canadian soccer star Alistair Johnston just gave Frontier Airlines the ultimate public roast after a nightmare flight—his bags vanished and he ended up in the wrong city, prompting him to swear off the airline forever. Even his national team chimed in, asking where exactly he was sent, highlighting just how viral and frustrating this mess became. With Frontier known for budget cuts, this episode s...

Prime Minister Mark Carney is pushing forward with a bold new vision for 24 Sussex Drive — Canada’s iconic, long-vacant prime ministerial residence. After years of debate, officials are now crafting a plan that seeks to balance modern functionality for future PMs with the public’s growing desire to see this historic landmark open and accessible. With deep national significance and a legacy of myst...

Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz exploded again as Iran struck three commercial ships, prompting U.S. military strikes — a major escalation after a fragile ceasefire. Prime Minister Carney condemned Iran’s attack as “irresponsible,” especially during a mourning period, while NATO backed the U.S. response, stressing freedom of navigation and Iran’s nuclear ambitions. But not all allies agree — Belg...

CUSMA’s annual review instead of a long-term deal has turned North American trade into a high-stakes game of constant adaptation, as U.S. pressure forces businesses to brace for yearly renegotiations that could reshape supply chains and pricing — with border states and key industries like auto, lumber, and energy feeling the most strain, while both nations use the uncertainty to target each other’...

Montreal’s Place des Arts is getting a $134 million makeover—expect walls to come down, temps to soar (hit 33°C with humidity making it feel like 41°C), and UV levels at a dangerous 9. Nights cool off to 23°C, and a Thursday thunderstorm may bring temps down to 25°C—perfect for a break. This major cultural upgrade will take two years, but the end result? A revitalized hub for everyone. Just surviv...

Toronto police are investigating a major early-morning fire and explosion at a midtown restaurant near Eglinton and Bathurst, which damaged two neighboring businesses and is now being treated as a suspected arson — with no injuries reported but a call for witnesses to come forward. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@t...

Trump slashes diplomacy with Iran, calling the MOU dead and slamming Tehran as “scum” after retaliatory strikes in Bahrain and Kuwait — a move that’s reignited tensions, with NATO backing U.S. action while Iran fires back, accusing Washington of violating ceasefire terms and comparing U.S. policy to soccer cheating, as both sides dig in for a bitter standoff. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a...

On Vancouver Island, researchers are racing to find the elusive rubber boa—a snake with rubbery scales and a camouflaged brown or olive-green body—before its habitat vanishes unnoticed. These shy creatures burrow underground, making them nearly invisible, and young ones are especially vulnerable, taking years to mature. With no confirmed sightings or photos yet, scientists are turning to citizen s...

The REM in Montreal hit major operational chaos Tuesday, starting with a switch failure that crippled multiple lines early morning, followed by a power outage between Panama and Brossard that halted service indefinitely. By evening, reduced service and mandatory transfers added to commuter headaches, culminating in an early night shutdown between Gare Centrale and Brossard — a stark reminder that...

A van driver who deliberately plowed into a man during a heated argument, causing him to lose his leg, has been sentenced to time served after over a year and a half in jail. Cristian Ganzo Murpy, 36, admitted guilt for dangerous driving causing bodily harm, admitting he intentionally steered his van onto the sidewalk and accelerated toward the victim. He fled the scene but later called for an amb...

Vanderhoof and Saikuz First Nation are demanding a major overhaul of B.C.’s forest management, arguing that dwindling timber supplies must stay local to sustain their mills and jobs—not shipped away. Years of beetle damage, wildfires, and over-harvesting have crippled the forests, yet the province continues approving logging at unsustainable levels. With big corporations securing timber rights eve...