London's FTSE 100 index surged past the 10,000 point threshold on January 2, 2026, driven by widespread global investor optimism. The milestone marks a strong start to the new year for UK markets.
World shares begin 2026 on a positive note as Britain's FTSE and South Korea's KOSPI reach historic peaks. Get the details on the global market rally and its implications.
Saudi Arabia executed a record 356 people in 2025, according to AFP. This marks a significant increase in the kingdom's use of capital punishment, raising international human rights concerns.
The Vancouver Canucks close a disastrous 2025 with historically poor home performance, trade rumours, and a fanbase demanding a new direction. Can 2026 bring hope?
CAA warns of unprecedented roadside assistance calls in Barrie due to severe winter weather. Learn about the strain on services and safety tips for the New Year's Eve storm.
The U.S. Energy Information Administration reports a new record for American oil output in October 2025, a development with significant implications for global energy markets and the Canadian energy sector. Read the full analysis.
Disney's 'Zootopia 2' has made history by becoming the studio's top-grossing animated film. Discover how this sequel outperformed all expectations.
European stock markets wrapped up 2025 with their strongest annual performance since 2021, led by a historic rally in banking stocks. The FTSE 100 soared 22%, its best year since 2009. Read the full analysis.
London's FTSE 100 index is on track to record its best annual performance since 2009, marking a robust end to 2025 for the blue-chip benchmark. Discover the market drivers and what this means for investors.
A Nova Scotia woman is in shock after winning a record-breaking $2 million prize in the provincial firefighters' 50/50 draw, calling it the best Christmas surprise ever.
The Vancouver Canucks' league-worst home record plummets to 4-12-1 after a 6-3 loss to the Philadelphia Flyers. Analysis of the defeat, player grades, and the ongoing scoring slumps plaguing the team.
Timmins, Ontario faces a monumental cleanup after a historic snowstorm paralyzed the city on December 30, 2025. Residents are digging out as officials warn of hazardous conditions.
Soaring gold prices and social media are driving a new wave of prospectors in Australia. Discover the factors behind this modern-day gold rush and its impact.
Braeburn, Yukon, recorded a historic -55.7°C, Canada's coldest December temperature since 1975. Explore the extreme cold snap and its global weather context.
Senior India Hughes is the latest member of her family to star for the William Aberhart Orange basketball team, continuing a proud Calgary sports tradition. Discover their story.
Demonstrators took to the streets in Tehran after the Iranian rial plummeted to a historic low. The Associated Press reports on the unfolding economic and social unrest.
India Hughes, a senior at William Aberhart High School, carries on a family tradition as the latest sibling to play for the Hornets basketball team. Discover the story of this Calgary sports legacy.
Iran's rial hits a historic low against the U.S. dollar, leading to widespread protests among traders and shopkeepers. Explore the causes and economic impact.
The Vancouver Canucks' league-worst home record worsens after a 6-3 defeat to San Jose. Tyler Myers demands maturity as the team looks to a critical week ahead.
Birdwatchers flocked to a Vancouver park after a Taiga Flycatcher, a species never before recorded in Canada, was photographed. The historic sighting occurred on December 27, 2025.
Edmonton activates a Phase 1 parking ban to clear major snow accumulation from roads. The ban starts Sunday and could last up to five days, with $250 fines for violations.
Analysis shows President Trump's 'Liberation Day' tariffs have cost 67,000 manufacturing jobs since April, contradicting his promises. Job growth lags far behind Biden's record.
Lake Louise Ski Resort shatters its December snowfall record, opening just in time for Christmas. Get the details on the historic snowpack and conditions.
Ottawa recorded its third-highest snowfall ever for December 23, with 16.4 cm blanketing the city. A white Christmas is guaranteed, with more flurries and freezing drizzle in the forecast for the holiday.
Gold prices stabilize after a historic rally to over $4,500 an ounce. Analysts point to strong ETF demand and geopolitical risks as key drivers for the 2025 surge. Read more on the market outlook.
As gold and silver hit record highs, major banks and traders are aggressively expanding their precious metals operations, transforming a once-sleepy sector into a profit powerhouse. Discover the driving forces.
Global stock markets show a mixed response following the S&P 500's record close, driven by robust U.S. economic indicators. Explore the latest market movements and key financial trends.
In December 1999, Calgary shattered temperature records with a 20°C Christmas heat wave. Residents golfed, swam, and soaked up the sun. Discover the story of this upside-down holiday season.
Copper prices smash records, topping US$12,000 a ton. Driven by Trump's tariffs, severe mine outages, and a looming historic deficit, the rally defies a slowing Chinese economy. Discover the forces reshaping this critical metal's market.
The S'Aints' annual Sleighing Hunger charity concert in Windsor has raised a record-breaking $123,000 to combat local food insecurity. Discover how the community came together.