McIntosh wins third straight Canadian athlete of year honour
Toronto swimmer Summer McIntosh is named The Canadian Press female athlete of the year for 2025, marking her third consecutive win. Discover her record-breaking year and future goals.
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Calgary's 1999 Christmas Heat Wave Hit 20°C
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.
OU fires instructor over grade dispute involving Bible citation
The University of Oklahoma dismissed a teaching assistant after an investigation found she was 'arbitrary' in failing a student's paper citing the Bible on gender. Explore the clash over academic freedom and DEI.
Sanliurfa: Where Three Religions Align in Anatolia
Explore Sanliurfa, the historic Turkish 'City of Prophets' where Islam, Christianity, and Judaism share deep roots. Discover its sacred sites and unique cultural tapestry.
Epstein Files Show Trump Jet Trips, DOJ Calls Claims False
The U.S. Justice Department released 30,000 pages of Jeffrey Epstein documents, revealing flight logs with Donald Trump. The DOJ states claims against Trump are 'unfounded and false.' Explore the details.
Housefather defends Combatting Hate Act as faith protector
Liberal MP Anthony Housefather argues the Combatting Hate Act strengthens protections for religious communities, countering Conservative claims. He cites his record defending faith against Quebec laws.
Ottawa family facing deportation denied compensation funds
An Ottawa family of five faces deportation after a failed visa renewal. Despite a year-long review, they remain ineligible for government compensation, highlighting flaws in the immigration system. Learn their story.
Alberta Court Exempts Lawyer from Monarchy Oath
The Alberta Court of Appeal has ruled a lawyer need not swear allegiance to the monarch, citing religious freedom. The decision redefines the legal oath's meaning in Canada.
Two century-old temperature records broken in B.C.
The B.C. Interior has broken two long-standing temperature records, highlighting the region's unusual weather patterns. Read more about the records and the meteorological context.
Alberta court voids lawyer's oath to King on Charter grounds
An Alberta Court of Appeal ruling declares the lawyer's oath of allegiance to the sovereign a Charter violation. Explore the case, its implications for citizenship, and the call for an appeal.
Toronto Sun Letters: Readers Debate Tolerance, Ford, Liberals
A collection of reader letters to the Toronto Sun tackles religious tolerance, provincial overreach, and soaring living costs. Discover what Canadians are saying about the issues that matter most.
B.C. breaks century-old temperature records in December
British Columbia shattered two long-standing high-temperature records on Tuesday, December 17, 2025, as unseasonable warmth swept across the province. Discover the details and broader weather impacts.
Denmark seeks ban on face veils in schools and universities
The Danish government announces plans to prohibit burqas and niqabs in schools and universities. Explore the details and implications of this proposed policy shift.
Faith-Based Entertainment Sees Hollywood Revival
Faith-based entertainment is experiencing a significant resurgence in Hollywood, challenging definitions and reaching new audiences. Explore the revival and its key players.
B.C. breaks 28 temperature records in December heat wave
Environment Canada confirms 28 regions in British Columbia set new high-temperature records for December 15th, with Kamloops reaching 18.6°C. The warm surge is linked to an atmospheric river.
Quebec Secularism Law Sparks Outrage Across Canada
A Calgary columnist expresses outrage over Quebec's secularism laws, arguing they target religious minorities. Explore the debate on religious symbols in public life.
27 B.C. towns hit warmest Dec. 15 on record
An unprecedented warm spell hit British Columbia, with 27 communities recording their hottest December 15th in history. Explore the climate data and local impacts.
The Real Meaning of Immaculate Conception Explained
A widespread misconception confuses the Immaculate Conception with the Virgin Birth. We clarify the Catholic dogma, its history, and why pop culture gets it wrong. Learn the facts here.
Quebec's secularism attack on religious liberty
A controversial plan to remove religious exemptions from Canada's hate speech laws faces opposition, raising alarms about aggressive secularism in Quebec and its impact on national religious freedom.
Bill C-9 Changes Could Criminalize Faith, Critics Say
The Liberal government's compromise with the Bloc Québécois to pass Bill C-9 may remove key religious protections from the Criminal Code, sparking fears of criminalizing faith. Read the analysis.
Vancouver's $10 Info Request Fee Called 'Discouraging'
Vancouver considers a $10 fee for information requests, raising concerns about public transparency. Advocates warn it could hinder access to city data.
Supreme Court Quebec Secularism Law Hearings March 23
Canada's Supreme Court will begin hearings on Quebec's controversial secularism law, Bill 21, on March 23, 2026. The landmark case will examine the law's constitutionality and its impact on religious freedoms.
Quebec's Secularism Laws Expand to Target More Public Workers
Columnist Toula Drimonis critiques the CAQ's expanding secularism legislation, arguing Bills 21, 94, and 9 represent a slide limiting fundamental freedoms and unfairly target minority faiths in Quebec.
Liberals stall hate speech bill debate, risk Bloc support
The Bloc Québécois accuses the Liberals of delaying a key justice committee meeting on removing religious defences from hate speech laws, fearing political backlash. This could jeopardize the bill's passage.
U.S. Stocks Steady Near Records on Mixed Earnings
U.S. equity markets hover near all-time highs as a wave of corporate profit reports delivers mixed signals. Key indices hold steady, reflecting investor caution and optimism.
Vatican says no to women deacons in Catholic Church
A Vatican commission has concluded women cannot be ordained as deacons, a decision impacting Catholic communities in Canada and worldwide. Read the full report and its implications.
Epstein Accuser Pushes for Release of Sealed Court Records
A prominent Jeffrey Epstein accuser is calling for the unsealing of his court files, seeking transparency in the long-running case. Learn about the latest legal push and its implications.
Steve Cropper, Booker T. and the M.G.'s Guitarist, Dies at 84
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.
Critics Warn of 'Ever-Expanding' Liberal Anti-Hate Bill
Advocates and faith groups decry changes to Bill C-9, including the removal of a religious defence for hate speech. Justice committee review sparks debate on religious freedom.
Liberal Minister Supports Removing Hate Speech Religious Exemption
Liberal Minister Marc Miller supports a Bloc Québécois proposal to eliminate the religious exemption for hate speech in Canada. This could reshape free speech laws.
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