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- 1Interest rates rising again: what it means for mortgages●David Aston: Interest rates are suddenly rising again. Here’s why, and what it could mean for your mortgage
Columnist David Aston writes in the Toronto Star that interest rates are climbing once again, explaining the reasons behind the renewed increase and what it could mean for household mortgages. He walks readers through the drivers of the shift and the practical implications for borrowers facing higher borrowing costs or upcoming renewals.
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The Toronto International Film Festival has announced its 2026 award winners. The announcement covers the festival's honours for the year, though details of which films and filmmakers received top prizes were not included in the initial notice. Festival awards typically draw attention from the global film industry as an early marker of awards-season contenders.
- 3Springer bids emotional farewell to Toronto on Scherzer milestone day●Emotional Springer says goodbye to Toronto on Scherzer's Hall-worthy day
George Springer gave an emotional goodbye to Toronto on a day that also marked a career milestone for Max Scherzer, described by MLB.com as Hall-worthy. The Blue Jays outfielder's farewell drew attention from fans as the club marked both a departure and a celebration of Scherzer's storied career in the same moment, an unusual pairing of emotions for the franchise.
- 4Canada's New Housing Strategy Puts Rents and Homebuilding in Focus●Canada Housing Market: What Does the Latest Government Housing Strategy Mean for Rents, Homebuilding and Investors?
Canada's federal government has unveiled its latest housing strategy, prompting analysis of what it means for rents, homebuilding and real estate investors. Commentary so far centres on whether the plan can boost supply fast enough to ease affordability pressures in cities like Toronto and Vancouver, and how developers and landlords may respond to new incentives and rules.
- 5Toronto and Vancouver ranked among world's weakest property markets▼Toronto and Vancouver were ranked among the weakest real estate markets in the world. Here’s why
Toronto and Vancouver have been placed among the weakest real estate markets globally in a new international ranking, according to reporting by BNN Bloomberg and CTV News. The ranking reflects the slowdown in Canada's two largest housing markets, where high borrowing costs, elevated prices and weak sales activity have cooled demand. The result is drawing attention given how expensive both cities remain relative to local incomes.
- 6Meta bans Toronto performer over old bikini photo●Meta bans another Toronto performer from Instagram and Facebook over Bikini
Meta has banned another Toronto performer from Instagram and Facebook, saying an old photo of dancers in bikinis promotes harm. The case adds to a growing list of Toronto performers who say the company has removed their accounts over similar images, prompting renewed criticism of Meta's moderation rules and appeals process.
- 7Toronto Biennial of Art opens with focus on rupture▼Fourth Toronto Biennial of Art brings more than 30 artists and collectives together around the theme of rupture
The fourth Toronto Biennial of Art has launched, bringing together more than 30 artists and collectives under the theme of rupture. The citywide exhibition positions the idea of breaks and discontinuity as a lens for contemporary art, continuing the biennial's role as one of Canada's major free public art events.
- 8Emotional George Springer prepares to say goodbye to Toronto●Future undecided, an emotional Springer prepares to say goodbye to Toronto https://www. mlb.com/news/george-springer-g r
George Springer, whose arrival in Toronto marked the start of a new era for the Blue Jays, is preparing to leave the club as his future remains undecided. In an emotional farewell, the outfielder expressed gratitude for his time with the team, reflecting on his tenure as he stands at what appears to be the end of his stint in Toronto. Fans are weighing his legacy as free agency or a move elsewhere looms.
- 9Kevin Gausman tests shoulder in bullpen before Wild Card Series●Kevin Gausman tests shoulder with bullpen session ahead of Wild Card Series https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7626373/202
Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Kevin Gausman threw a bullpen session as he tests his injured shoulder ahead of the Wild Card Series, according to The Athletic. His availability for the playoff rotation is one of the biggest questions facing his team entering the postseason, and fans are watching closely for word on whether he will be cleared to start.
- 10University of Toronto launches equity and inclusion office▼U of T launches Office of Human Rights, Equity and Inclusion
The University of Toronto has launched a new Office of Human Rights, Equity and Inclusion, a dedicated body to handle human rights matters and advance equity across the institution. The student newspaper The Varsity reported the launch. Details about the office's mandate, staffing and how it will differ from existing university services are not yet clear.
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Homes across Ontario are taking months to sell instead of the days-long turnover that defined the province's recent housing booms. Local coverage highlights how prolonged listing times signal a shift in market conditions, with buyers gaining leverage and sellers facing longer waits for offers across communities from the Greater Toronto Area to smaller regional markets.
- 12Toronto booksellers flag suspicious bulk orders linked to Anthropic book scanning●Toronto booksellers flag suspicious bulk orders after Anthropic's book-scanning operation comes to light
Booksellers in Toronto report receiving suspicious bulk purchase orders, which they have connected to Anthropic's recently revealed practice of scanning books to train its artificial intelligence systems. The revelation that the AI company acquired and digitised large volumes of published works has prompted retailers to scrutinise unusual order patterns. The story is drawing attention to how AI firms source copyrighted material and the impact on the book trade.
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Toronto Blue Jays slugger Kazuma Okamoto is drawing attention in MLB as his team prepares to face the Cincinnati Reds. Japanese media highlight that Okamoto has reached 92 RBIs, the best on his team, saying staying injury-free matters more to him than the numbers. Coverage also notes former Hanshin pitcher Johnson greeting Okamoto warmly and fans giving him loud support.
- 14GTA home listings shrinking faster than sales, tightening market▼GTA home listings are drying up faster than sales. Here’s what it means for buyers and sellers
New listings in the Greater Toronto Area are falling faster than home sales, according to a NOW Toronto report. The drop in supply means buyers face fewer choices and less negotiating power, while sellers who do list may find less competition for their properties. The trend suggests market conditions could tighten even if sales volumes stay soft.
- 15Emotional George Springer prepares to say goodbye to Toronto●Future undecided, an emotional Springer prepares to say goodbye to Toronto
Blue Jays outfielder George Springer is preparing to leave Toronto, speaking emotionally about his time with the club as his future remains undecided. The veteran's departure marks the end of a significant chapter for the franchise, and fans are awaiting word on where he will play next season.
- 16New book examines Justin Trudeau's record in power●Book excerpt: David Olive’s “Justin Trudeau: Power, Promise and the Fight for Canada”
The Toronto Star has published an excerpt from David Olive's new book, 'Justin Trudeau: Power, Promise and the Fight for Canada'. The excerpt offers a retrospective look at the former prime minister's political career, examining the promises he made when he entered office and how his leadership shaped Canada's recent history and political landscape.
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New listings of homes for sale in the Greater Toronto Area are dropping faster than sales are declining, according to reporting covered by NOW Toronto. The imbalance between shrinking supply and demand is being flagged as a factor to watch for the local housing market, with implications for prices, buyer competition and market conditions in the region.