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San Francisco Blackout Impacts 130,000

A major power failure plunged parts of San Francisco into darkness, disrupting transit and businesses. PG&E is investigating the cause. Stay updated on restoration efforts.

93,500 Quebec addresses lose power in Montreal windstorm

A powerful windstorm struck Montreal on December 19, 2025, causing widespread damage and leaving nearly 93,500 private addresses in Quebec without electricity. Get the latest details on the outages and impact.

IPS to Acquire TechPro Power Group in Strategic Deal

Integrated Power Services (IPS) has agreed to acquire TechPro Power Group, creating a powerhouse with over 2,200 technicians to serve data centers, utilities, and industrial sectors across North America.

Storm causes extensive damage to B.C.'s Highway 3

A major winter storm has caused severe damage to Highway 3, a key route between B.C. and Alberta, with power outages affecting over 100,000. Aerial images show repair efforts underway.

Major B.C. storm knocks out power to 100,000+

A powerful winter storm has caused widespread power outages across British Columbia's South Coast, affecting more than 100,000 customers. BC Hydro crews are working to restore service.

Outlook water outage after break-in exceeds 24 hours

Residents of Outlook, Saskatchewan have been without running water for over a day following a criminal break-in. The incident, reported on December 16, 2025, has disrupted essential services for the community.

Spotify back online after worldwide outage

Spotify has largely restored its streaming service after a widespread outage on December 15, 2025, impacted thousands of users globally, according to Downdetector data.

Spotify Down for Thousands of Users in Canada

A widespread Spotify service disruption affected thousands of users across Canada on December 15, 2025. Downdetector data shows a major spike in outage reports. Stay updated on the streaming service's status.

Power Outage Shuts Down Saskatoon City Facilities

A widespread SaskPower outage impacted several key municipal facilities in Saskatoon on December 6, 2025, causing operational disruptions. Learn about the affected services and response.

Sick Ants Invite Destruction to Save Colony

New research reveals how infected ants perform a final altruistic act, leaving their colony to die alone and protect their nestmates. Discover the science behind this extreme social immunity.

Shopify down for thousands on Cyber Monday

A major Shopify outage disrupted thousands of merchants on the crucial Cyber Monday shopping day, highlighting platform vulnerability during peak sales periods. Read the full report.

Brampton teacher saved by stepson's CPR in NYC

Lindsay MacOdrum, a Brampton teacher, survived cardiac arrest in Central Park after her 17-year-old stepson performed immediate CPR. Her doctor credits his quick actions with saving her life.

Jackery 300 Power Station: Cyber Week Deal Hits $169

Jackery Explorer 300 portable power station drops to $169 for Cyber Week. This 293Wh emergency power source charges 6 devices simultaneously. Perfect for Canadian winter emergencies and outdoor adventures.

Rogers outage hits Metro Vancouver customers

A technical outage left Rogers customers in Metro Vancouver without TV, internet, and home phone service. Service is expected to be restored overnight. Read more.

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