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As some cities in North America massively increase transit costs for World Cup matches, politicians in Toronto are pledging to keep train, bus and subway fares unchanged. Travel to and from some soccer stadiums in the United States on matchdays is raising concerns for travelling fans, as local agencies hike the cost of a ticket.In Boston, a ticket that normally costs US$20 return from downtown to the stadium will be set at US$80. Travel from New York to New Jersey for matches will be US$150, compared to a normal fare of less than US$15.In Toronto, however, the provincial and municipal…

Descrease article font size Increase article font size New Brunswick is modernizing its 911 dispatch system — and it’s beginning in Bathurst. The Bathurst Public Safety Answering Point became the first in Atlantic Canada to use the next-generation 911 service late last month.Public Safety Answering Points are the first point of contact for 911 calls, where emergency dispatchers assess the situation and co-ordinate the appropriate response.“It’s completely different from what we are used to, whereas before you would release a call one way and now in a different way, it’s a process of getting used to it, and that’s going…

There’s one word fans are using to describe the city of Edmonton come playoff time. “Electric is the first thing that comes to mind,” said fan Connor Mccartan.Some gathered for lunch at 1ST RND downtown couldn’t hold back their excitement now that the regular season is complete.“I’ve called it an 82-game preseason, and now it’s money time,” said fan Chris Jarbeau.“Hockey’s everything to this town right?” said fan Keith Stevenson. “They love their sports teams between the Elks and the Oilers and we support them fully so we’re excited.”While fans in the city are ready for game one to start,…

By The Staff The Canadian Press Posted April 17, 2026 4:25 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size Canada’s top Mountie is apologizing for the RCMP’s decision to send officers to train in an area of Nova Scotia where residents are preparing to mark the sixth anniversary of the worst mass shooting in modern Canadian history. RCMP Commissioner Mike Duheme sent a letter Thursday to Nova Scotia MP Alana Hirtle saying the exercises caused “harm and trauma” to people living in the Debert area of central Nova Scotia.The community was one of several locations where…

The rooms are empty save for a few tables and chairs. The walls are patched and waiting for a fresh coat of paint. But soon, Survivor’s Hope Crisis Centre’s new space in Selkirk, Man., will welcome clients from the area for support and healing. “With renovations beginning soon, we plan to be open summer 2026,” co-executive director Gillian Schofield told Global News.The office in Selkirk’s core features rooms for counselling appointments and will have resources available for the community. The new space will allow Survivor’s Hope to increase the number of staff and reach more survivors of sexual violence in the…

MONACO, April 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AlphaPepe has crossed $870,000 in presale capital raised and stages continue finalizing in days. Capital is entering at a pace that most projects in 2026 have failed to generate. The crypto news around AlphaPepe is building ahead of a planned Q2 2026 exchange listing while Dogecoin rallies on the back of Elon Musk’s X Money beta launch with the Dogecoin price prediction now targeting $0.47, a level that would match its 2024 cycle high and represent a 400% move from current levels. Before getting into what those wallets see and why they are…

Dublin, April 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Switzerland Quick Commerce Market Size & Forecast by Value and Volume Across 100+ KPIs by Product Type, Payment Mode, Age Group, Location, Business Model, and Delivery Time – Databook Q1 2026 Update” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.The quick commerce market in Switzerland is expected to grow by 5.9% annually, reaching US$197.0 million by 2025. The quick commerce market in the country has experienced robust growth during 2020-2024, achieving a CAGR of 5.5%. This upward trajectory is expected to continue, with the market forecast to grow at a CAGR of 5.7%…

PASADENA, Calif., April 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Today, the Giant Magellan Telescope and the Coquimbo Regional Government announced a strategic collaboration to advance Chile’s astronomy industry, drive regional economic growth, and position the Coquimbo region as a global hub for science, technology, and innovation. At the heart of this partnership is Chile’s first national visitor and education center for astronomy, designed in partnership with Exploratorium to bring the excitement of discovery, technological innovation, and astrotourism directly to the public.“This partnership positions the Coquimbo Region at the forefront of an industry that is shaping the future of science, technology, and…

Vantaa, Finland, April 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Suunto expands its open-ear sports headphone portfolio and introduces Suunto Spark, the brand’s first air-conduction, open-ear headphones designed for active users who want immersive sound without sacrificing awareness. Lightweight, comfortable, and enriched with integrated health and training features, Spark supports users from urban commutes to outdoor adventures while helping them move safer, smarter, and more confidently. The new Suunto Spark is created for active people who demand comfort, clarity, and connection to their surroundings – especially with runners in mind. The open-ear design allows sound to reach the ear without blocking it,…

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Mustang Energy Corp. (CSE: MEC, OTC:MECPF, FRA:92T) (the “Company” or “Mustang”) is pleased to announce the completion of geochemical analysis of rock samples taken at the Surprise Creek Uranium-Copper (the “Project”), located in a prospective region known for its mineral potential northwest of the Athabasca Basin. The Company entered into an option agreement (the “Option Agreement”) with Thunderbird Resources Ltd. (“Thunderbird”) to acquire an undivided 80% interest in the Project. Please refer to the Company’s news release dated June 4, 2025, and June 16, 2025, as filed under the Company’s SEDAR+…