Ottawa's 2025 in 51 Powerful Images
A visual journey through Ottawa's 2025, from wildfire haze and royal visits to community triumphs and hard news. See the photos that defined the year in the capital.
A visual journey through Ottawa's 2025, from wildfire haze and royal visits to community triumphs and hard news. See the photos that defined the year in the capital.
Two separate lottery players in British Columbia each won $100,000 on Christmas Eve. Discover the details of these festive windfalls and the odds of winning big.
Canadian-born Nobel laureate Peter Howitt warns Canada's institutions are not prepared for the job destruction and monopolistic challenges AI will bring. He outlines the policy shifts needed to weather the coming economic storm.
A Vancouver man is celebrating a $1 million lottery win from the December Lotto Max draw. Adam Snider describes the windfall as a perfect mid-life surprise. Read his story.
As 2025 ends, BMO's chief economist reveals surprising stats: silver soared 140%, the TSX beat the S&P 500, and Canada's job market defied trade war fears. Discover the year's top performers.
Christopher David from Windsor is celebrating a $100,000 lottery win on an Instant Plinko ticket. He plans to use the windfall for his retirement and a classic pinball machine.
A look back at the defining pop culture moments of 2025, from major celebrity deaths and milestone birthdays to sports victories and quirky headlines. Remember the year that was.
Loto-Québec is searching for the holder of an unclaimed $1 million Lotto 6/49 ticket sold in the Thérèse-De Blainville area. The winner has until Jan. 4, 2026, to come forward before the prize expires.
Mats Malm, the Permanent Secretary of the Swedish Academy which awards the Nobel Prize in Literature, has resigned. Explore the details and context of this leadership change.
A life-changing Lotto Max Maxmillions ticket worth $1 million was sold in Windsor. Discover the details of this major win and what it means for the lucky ticket holder.
Scientists in Togo discovered the colourful agama lizard has a surprising pizza preference, snubbing a four-seasons pie. The quirky study, an IgNobel winner, sparks thoughts on taste and science.
Rory McIlroy has been voted the BBC Sports Personality of the Year for 2025, capping a monumental season where he won the Masters and the Ryder Cup. Discover his historic achievements.
Peter Arnett, the fearless Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist who covered wars from Vietnam to Iraq, has died at 91. Discover the legacy of a combat reporting icon.
Discover Eric Volmers' favourite local albums from Calgary's vibrant 2025 music scene, featuring Robert Adam, Carter Felker, Jolie Laide, and Laura Hickli. Explore the sounds that defined the year.
Peter Arnett, the fearless Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist known for his groundbreaking coverage of the Vietnam and Gulf Wars, has passed away. Remember his legacy.
Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Maria Corina Machado has departed Oslo, her spokesman confirms. Get the latest details on her movements following the prestigious award ceremony.
Nobel Peace Prize laureate Maria Corina Machado sustained injuries while escaping Venezuela, her spokesperson confirms. Details on the incident and the ongoing political situation.
The Powerball lottery jackpot has climbed to an estimated US$1.1 billion, marking the second-largest prize of 2025. Discover the details and the growing excitement.
Nobel Prize winners from around the world have arrived in Scandinavia for a week of ceremonies and events leading to the prestigious awards in Oslo and Stockholm. Discover the highlights.
Supporters of Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado held demonstrations worldwide on December 6, 2025, as she was honored with the Nobel Peace Prize. Get the full story on the international show of solidarity.
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado will travel to Oslo to receive the Nobel Peace Prize, defying her government's warning. The ceremony is set for Wednesday.
The year 2025 saw the passing of influential figures like Pope Francis and commentator Charlie Kirk, whose deaths resonated worldwide. Explore the lasting impact of these losses.
President Donald Trump suggests renaming American football, calling the current term illogical. The proposal follows his receipt of the FIFA Peace Prize at the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington.
FIFA presented Donald Trump with its first-ever Peace Prize during the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington. The award coincides with controversy over his administration's actions and a recent pardon.
Donald Trump is named the first recipient of FIFA's new peace prize, presented by President Gianni Infantino. The award sparks debate over FIFA's neutrality and Trump's 'president of peace' claims. Read the full story.
FIFA has presented former U.S. President Donald Trump with a peace prize, marking a significant departure from its traditional sporting mandate. The award was announced on December 5, 2025.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump is poised to receive the FIFA Peace Prize. Discover the origins of the award and the reasons behind his anticipated selection.
Steve Cropper, the legendary guitarist for the Blues Brothers and Booker T. & the MG's, has died at 84. Remembered for shaping the Memphis soul sound and co-writing classics like '(Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay.'
Vancouver's Steven Lyon wins big in the lottery and shares his plans for the windfall, including a new condo and a celebratory dinner. Discover his story.
Steve Cropper, the legendary guitarist and songwriter for Booker T. and the M.G.'s, has died at age 84. Remembered for shaping the Stax Records sound.