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Parrish is already failing Mississauga
Toronto Star

Parrish is already failing Mississauga

Once again, we are drawn to the Potemkin façade that is Mississauga, Canada's seventh-largest municipality. A largely forgetful and unremarkable place to many, why does this \"city\" demand our attention? Two words: Unequivocal failure. But not in the way you think.

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August 09, 2024
U.K. riots proof of need to reform social media
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U.K. riots proof of need to reform social media

In a different world, the name \"Ali Al-Shakati\" would mean nothing, Sadly, we don't live in that world. Not anymore. In this world, word of his name spread, to devastating effect.

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August 09, 2024
Teen planned killing spree at Swift show
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Teen planned killing spree at Swift show

Concerts cancelled after authorities foil plot by Islamic State-inspired duo

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August 09, 2024
Is Toronto ready to safeguard Swifties?
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Is Toronto ready to safeguard Swifties?

With six sold-out shows scheduled, public safety is a top priority for law enforcement agencies

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August 09, 2024
Eastern Canada faces flood risk
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Eastern Canada faces flood risk

Parts of Ontario, Quebec expected to see heavy rains from weather system

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August 09, 2024
Peterson's free speech crusade comes to end
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Peterson's free speech crusade comes to end

Supreme Court dismisses request for leave to appeal

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August 09, 2024
Police had arrested murder suspect, victim
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Police had arrested murder suspect, victim

Pair detained in Vaughan days before death of Honduran man whose remains were found in June

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August 09, 2024
Trump, Harris agree to September debate
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Trump, Harris agree to September debate

Former president taunts Democratic rival during news conference at his Mar-a-Lago estate

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August 09, 2024
One year later, Ford's tone has shifted
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One year later, Ford's tone has shifted

Premier may be ready to move on, but his political opponents aren't and an investigation continues

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August 09, 2024
Duo secures berth in gold medal match
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Duo secures berth in gold medal match

Humana-Paredes, Wilkerson first Canadian pair, women or men, to play for gold at Games

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August 09, 2024
The frustration of fourth and other painful fails
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The frustration of fourth and other painful fails

Bodies that betray, a gust of headwind that can throw a vaulter off-kilter, a foot set wrong and suddenly you're roadkill, on the track and elsewhere, your dreams crushed.

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August 09, 2024
Black sues over sale of Bridle Path mansion
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Black sues over sale of Bridle Path mansion

Ex-media baron alleges friend had agreed to split profit

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August 09, 2024
A silver, with a little help from her friends
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A silver, with a little help from her friends

Gold beats silver: That's why one podium step is above the other. But when Maude Charron won Olympic gold in Tokyo it felt like a dream, but a strangely empty one.

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August 09, 2024
Homeless likely to die much younger, study finds
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Homeless likely to die much younger, study finds

Torontonians in encampments and shelters had 16 times the mortality risk

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August 09, 2024
A $60-million delay
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A $60-million delay

TTC loses lawsuit over Pioneer Village station construction problems

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August 09, 2024
Fan Heartbroken Over Swift Concert – Toronto Swiftie had tickets for Vienna show that was cancelled over attack plot.
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Fan Heartbroken Over Swift Concert – Toronto Swiftie had tickets for Vienna show that was cancelled over attack plot.

Toronto Swiftie had tickets for Vienna show that was cancelled over attack plot. Canadians Ariella Kimmel, left, and friend Mandi Johnson flew to Vienna to see Taylor Swift, only to find all three of her shows there were cancelled. "I hope this is the only time that this happens," Kimmel said.

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August 08, 2024
Great Barrier Reef 'In Danger'- Temperatures in underwater ecosystem were hottest in 400 years over past decade, study finds
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Great Barrier Reef 'In Danger'- Temperatures in underwater ecosystem were hottest in 400 years over past decade, study finds

Temperatures in underwater ecosystem were hottest in 400 years over past decade, study finds. Researchers warn that the Great Barrier Reef, the world's largest coral reef ecosystem and one of the most biodiverse, likely won't survive if planetary warming isn't stopped.

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August 08, 2024
Senior Officer Guilty Of Neglect Of Duty - Cop meddled in car crash investigation involving her family
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Senior Officer Guilty Of Neglect Of Duty - Cop meddled in car crash investigation involving her family

Cop meddled in car crash investigation involving her family. Insp. Joyce Schertzer is seen in police body camera footage at the scene of her nephew's collision in May 2022. The incident prompted widespread outcry within Canada's largest municipal force over accusations that a high-ranking officer had meddled in a probe affecting her family.

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August 08, 2024
Reaching new heights- Hard-luck pole vaulter Alysha Newman sets personal and Canadian bests to win bronze medal.
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Reaching new heights- Hard-luck pole vaulter Alysha Newman sets personal and Canadian bests to win bronze medal.

Hard-luck pole vaulter Alysha Newman sets personal and Canadian bests to win bronze medal. Alysha Newman wanted to join the 1.90-metre club in the pole vault but was happy to settle for a Canadianrecord 1.85 metres.

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August 08, 2024
Death Penalty Possible For Toronto Kidnapping Suspect - Man accused in Hajtamiri case also wanted in U.S. rapper's death
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Death Penalty Possible For Toronto Kidnapping Suspect - Man accused in Hajtamiri case also wanted in U.S. rapper's death

Man accused in Hajtamiri case also wanted in U.S. rapper's death. Deshawn Davis could face a possible death sentence for the killing of a rapper in Florida last year.

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August 08, 2024
The World Of Olympics Swag Is A Circus
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The World Of Olympics Swag Is A Circus

Organizers expect to sell two million plushies of the official Olympic Phryges mascot over the course of the Games, Rosie DiManno writes. Fake fashion is big business, even more so in a country that considers itself a fashion capital. Counterfeit branded clothing alone is estimated to cost companies in France 1.8 billion euros annually.

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August 08, 2024
Anti-racism Crowds Show up in Force – Peaceful protesters turn out to counter far-right rallies.
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Anti-racism Crowds Show up in Force – Peaceful protesters turn out to counter far-right rallies.

Peaceful protesters turn out to counter far-right rallies. Counterprotesters assemble Wednesday in London, England. Police had prepared for another night of violence following a week of rioting and disorder but were instead met with large, peaceful crowds.

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August 08, 2024
'Abnormal sound coming from river' - Residents describe sound of trees breaking as water flows from blockage
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'Abnormal sound coming from river' - Residents describe sound of trees breaking as water flows from blockage

Residents describe sound of trees breaking as water flows from blockage. A torrent of water races down the Chilcotin River, a tributary of the Fraser River, this week, ripping away river banks and carrying trees and debris.

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August 08, 2024
Air Canada's profit plunges on high costs, competition
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Air Canada's profit plunges on high costs, competition

CEO says airline didn't live up to expectations' in post-pandemic period

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August 08, 2024
Partners with a history make Canadian history
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Partners with a history make Canadian history

As they worked in the shadow of the Eiffel Tower, Melissa Humana-Paredes and Brandie Wilkerson thought about other things that are bigger than themselves.

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August 08, 2024
Democrats push message of optimism
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Democrats push message of optimism

Harris, Walz campaign across Midwest, a region sure to be contested leading up to November

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August 08, 2024
Ottawa probes suspects' entry to Canada
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Ottawa probes suspects' entry to Canada

Father and son arrested in Richmond Hill last week facing nine terrorism charges

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August 08, 2024
Stronach says he did 'nothing wrong'
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Stronach says he did 'nothing wrong'

In CBC interview, billionaire suggests sexual assault allegations against him motivated by money

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August 08, 2024
Ottawa urges 'caution' amid riots
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Ottawa urges 'caution' amid riots

Government upgrades advisory, warns travellers demonstrations 'can turn violent at any time'

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August 08, 2024
Police racially profiled man: judge
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Police racially profiled man: judge

Defence lawyer says decision shows 'systemic issue' in officers

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August 08, 2024