‘Twisters’ Offers  High-Octane Action and Spectacular Visuals

‘Twisters’ Offers  High-Octane Action and Spectacular Visuals

By Janet Grant Plot Summary: “Twisters” is a thrilling sequel to the 1996 classic “Twister.” Directed by Lee Isaac Chung, this standalone installment follows Kate Cooper (Daisy Edgar-Jones), a former storm chaser turned meteorologist, who is drawn back into the world of tornadoes by her friend Javi (Anthony Ramos). Together with social media star Tyler […]

Councillor Josh Matlow: ‘The Premier Misled the People of Ontario’ on the Science Centre

Councillor Josh Matlow: ‘The Premier Misled the People of Ontario’ on the Science Centre

By Lincoln DePradine Premier Doug Ford “unilaterally decided’’ to shut down the Ontario Science Centre (OSC) using “a manufactured crisis”, municipal politician Josh Matlow has charged. “The premier misled the people of Ontario,” Matlow said at a news briefing Tuesday. “There seems to be no willingness to keep the science centre alive for future generations.” […]

International Law’s Crisis: Legacy of Savagery and Barbarism

International Law’s Crisis: Legacy of Savagery and Barbarism

By Azeezah Kanji International law is in crisis – displaying many of the same signs identified by past generations of legal scholars as characteristic of “savagery” and “barbarism.” Under international legal doctrines developed in previous centuries by Europeans and “spread by the sword,” the West persists in denying accountability for its long history of “barbaric […]

Team Anthony Perruzza for the Win: Jane-Finch Youth Shine at 2024 Honda Indy

Team Anthony Perruzza for the Win: Jane-Finch Youth Shine at 2024 Honda Indy

TORONTO – On Saturday, July 20th, City Councillor Anthony Perruzza proudly led a team of ten youth from the Jane-Finch area to participate in the 2024 Honda Indy. This remarkable opportunity was part of the Children’s Breakfast Club Bike Race, which saw children from across Toronto competing. The event, organized by the Children’s Breakfast Clubs, […]

Caribbean photograph exhibition in Whitby

Caribbean photograph exhibition in Whitby

By Stephen Weir The Station Gallery in Whitby is hosting an art exhibit featuring seven renowned Caribbean Canadian photographers, including Anthony Berot, the official photographer of the Caribbean Carnival. The exhibit, titled “Canadian Caribbean Photographic Arts Collective Beyond the Carnival 6,has been on display all month and will run until August 25, 2024. This evening, […]

Underground Freedom Train: a decade of honouring heritage and unity

Underground Freedom Train: a decade of honouring heritage and unity

By Stephen Weir In 2024, Conductor Amah Harris blows the whistle as the Emancipation Underground Freedom Train rolls again, laying new tracks from Union Station to Downsview Park Station. This annual literal moving event, held during Toronto’s Carnival season, brings over 1,200 people together in a profound celebration of Emancipation Day. This year marks the […]

Toronto FC Triumphs on Caribbean Heritage Night Celebration

Toronto FC Triumphs on Caribbean Heritage Night Celebration

By Stephen Weir Toronto FC has found a new lucky charm, or perhaps a busload of them. On Saturday night, during Caribbean Heritage Night at BMO Field in Toronto, the embattled home team broke a four-game home losing streak by defeating the Philadelphia Union 2-1. The outdoor stadium was packed with 25,880 fans, many donning […]

Trudeau Visits Saldenah Carnival Mas Camp

Trudeau Visits Saldenah Carnival Mas Camp

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau visited Saldenah Carnival (Mas Camp) yesterday, and received a warm welcome from a busy camp of well-wishers.  The PM was accompanied by MPs Marcie Ien and Michael Coteau amid a heavy security presence. Greeting Trudeau were Louis Saldenah, Jennifer Hirlehey, Festival Management chair, Mischa Crichton, Chief Executive Officer, and General Manager […]

‘Panazz: The Story’ documentary slated for Toronto premiere in August 

‘Panazz: The Story’ documentary slated for Toronto premiere in August 

The acclaimed documentary film, “Panazz: The Story,” is set to screen in Toronto on August 6 at the Royal Cinema, marking a fitting conclusion to the city’s carnival season. The event, held under the auspices of Consul General Ag. of the Republic Of Trinidad and Tobago, Tracey Ramsubagh Mannette, kicks off celebrations leading up to […]

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