Toronto
Coverage of Toronto in the Nexus archive.
- Massive Canadian snow piles survive scorching 97-degree heatwave
A large snow heap near Toronto's Downsview Park has remained intact despite a record-breaking 96.8-degree Fahrenheit heatwave. The snow pile has survived scorching temperatures that hit 97 degrees.
- Renata Ford, wife of late Toronto mayor Rob Ford has died, premier says
Renata Ford, the wife of late Toronto mayor Rob Ford, has died, according to Ontario Premier Doug Ford.
- Toronto nude spot emerges as unlikely flashpoint over Canada investment
A nude spot in Toronto has become a point of contention as a $1tn foreign investment plan focused on airport expansion threatens the location considered the birthplace of Canada’s gay pride movement. The project highlights tensions between economic development and cultural preservation.
- Hundreds of fans cheer Portugal’s win at star team’s residence in Toronto
Hundreds of Portugal football fans in Toronto celebrated their team's World Cup victory at the star team's residence.
- Ramos, Ronaldo score as Portugal comes back to beat Croatia 2-1
Portugal defeated Croatia 2-1 in a World Cup round of 32 match, with Cristiano Ronaldo scoring a penalty and Goncalo Ramos netting the winning goal in stoppage time. Croatia's initial lead was overturned, and the match ended controversially with a denied last-minute goal due to an offside call.
- Why Bosnia’s fans also cheer for Palestine
Bosnia and Herzegovina's fans support Palestine during the World Cup, drawing parallels between their 1990s war and the Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza. The article highlights the legacy of the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia and the Srebrenica genocide, while noting Bosnian Serb political figures' ties to Israel and the Palestinian solidarity movement among diaspora communities.
- [US] Fake airline booking
A user received unauthorized credit card charges and suspicious texts from United Airlines regarding a flight they did not book. They contacted their credit card company, attempted to log into their United account (which appeared locked), and interacted with United's customer service, but continue to receive fraudulent check-in texts.
- NDLEA seizes N12.4bn cannabis shipment at Lagos port, arrests suspected traffickers
NDLEA seized a N12.4 billion cannabis shipment at Lagos port, arresting suspected traffickers. The container, which departed from Toronto, Canada on April 25, was tracked during its journey to Nigeria.
- Dissident who fled China by boat arrives in Canada, his friend says
Dong Guangping, a dissident who fled China by boat, arrived in Toronto via an Air Canada flight on Friday, according to his friend.
- Dissident who fled China by boat arrives in Canada, his friend says
Dong Guangping, a dissident who fled China by boat, arrived in Toronto via an Air Canada flight on Friday, according to his friend. The individual's arrival in Canada marks his escape from China.
- Chinese dissident who fled by dinghy to South Korea arrives in Canada, his friend says
Chinese dissident Dong Guangping arrived in Canada after fleeing China via a South Korean detention, aiming to reunite with his family. His friend Sheng Xue confirmed his arrival in Toronto via Air Canada flight, noting this was his fourth escape attempt from China.
- I moved to Canada and couldn't find a job after months of applying. A unique idea helped me start my own business abroad.
Jemma Chapman moved to Toronto from the UK in 2025 but struggled to find an architecture job for eight months. She started Toonie Stamps, a business selling tiny prints of her illustrations via gum vending machines, to document her experiences in Canada.
- Toronto gang war led police to Ryan Wedding-linked alleged hitman, court documents say
Court documents reveal that Malik Damion Cunningham, arrested two years ago in a Toronto suburb, was allegedly hired, armed, and trained by Ryan Wedding’s drug ring. The police operation connected him to the Ryan Wedding-linked organization.
- I'm 56 and struggling to find a job. I think employers can sense my desperation, but I wish they knew how capable I am.
Kymm Dracup, a 56-year-old in Toronto, has been unemployed for 22 months and struggles with age bias in her job search. She attributes rejections to her age, faces challenges with online interviews, and fears desperation affects her confidence. A temporary consulting job offers no full-time security.
- Canadian auto parts magnate Frank Stronach found guilty of sexual assault
Frank Stronach was found guilty of sexual assault after being accused by seven complainants and pleading not guilty to 12 charges. He departed a Toronto courthouse following the verdict.
- Canada’s soft-power flex
Canada is leveraging the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Toronto to enhance its global image and attract foreign investment. Prime Minister Mark Carney and officials aim to position Canada as a reliable economic partner amid U.S. uncertainty, using the event to promote multiculturalism and host the Canada Investment Summit to secure C$1 trillion in investments over five years.
- Germany’s final minute goal against Ivory Coast thrills Toronto crowd
Deniz Undav scored twice, including a last-minute goal in extra time, as Germany defeated Ivory Coast 2-1 in a match that felt like a home game for the German team in Toronto.
- Undav heroics help Germany beat Ivory Coast
Germany's second 2026 World Cup game saw Undaz help Germany secure a comeback win against the Ivory Coast in Toronto. The victory highlights Germany's performance in the tournament.
- 19-year-old accused of killing Toronto police officer appears in court from hospital bed
A 19-year-old accused of first-degree murder in connection with the death of a Toronto police officer made his first court appearance from a hospital bed. The incident occurred last week, leading to the charge.
- Ghana: Panama Down, Bring On England! ...Fans Call After Black Stars Win
Ghana defeated Panama in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Group L match held in Toronto, Canada, sparking widespread celebrations among fans who are now anticipating the team's next match against England.
- Frank Stronach could learn fate in sexual assault trial on Friday
An Ontario judge may decide on Friday whether Frank Stronach is guilty of sexual assault charges, four months after his trial began in Toronto.
- 19-year-old arrested in connection with U.S. consulate shooting in Toronto
A 19-year-old was arrested and charged in connection with a shooting at the U.S. consulate in Toronto. The incident occurred in March, according to police statements.
- Schizophrenic woman who fatally stabbed newlywed in Toronto drug store is shockingly released:’ No longer poses threat’
A woman with schizophrenia who fatally stabbed a 28-year-old newlywed in a Toronto Shoppers Drug Mart in 2015 has been released, with authorities stating she no longer poses a threat. The incident occurred on December 11, 2015, at a downtown Toronto location.
- Boy 12, charged with attempted murder of Toronto police officer, 2 other boys also charged
A 12-year-old boy has been charged with attempted murder after allegedly striking a Toronto police officer with a stolen vehicle in the city's east end. Two other boys were also charged in the incident.
- US consulate shooting in Toronto part of pattern of criminal-for-hire acts: Police
Toronto police announced arrests in multiple shooting incidents, including at the U.S. consulate, on Tuesday. The shooting at the consulate is described as part of a pattern of criminal-for-hire acts, according to police.
- Michaels CEO tells young workers to stop daydreaming of success and ‘get moving, take some action, take some risk’
Michaels CEO David Boone advises young workers to take action and embrace risks to advance their careers, sharing his own journey of moving to the U.S. for a leadership role at TD Bank, which he credits for his eventual rise to CEO. He emphasizes that fortune favors proactive individuals over those who overanalyze or delay decisions.
- Suspect linked to U.S. consulate shooting on run in Canada, officer killed
A manhunt is underway in Canada for an 'armed and dangerous' suspect linked to a shooting at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto. An officer was fatally shot during the incident.
- Toronto police officer is killed in operation with U.S. link
A Toronto police officer was killed during a shootout linked to an investigation into shots fired at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto in March. The operation involving U.S. connections resulted in a violent confrontation in the city early on Thursday.
- Canadian policeman killed during investigation tied to US consulate shooting
A Toronto police officer was killed by a suspect during an investigation into a March shooting that damaged the US consulate's facade. One 19-year-old suspect is hospitalized in critical condition, while a second suspect, 19-year-old Zara Jabbi, is being sought as armed and dangerous, according to Toronto Police Chief Myron Demkiw.
- Cop gunned down and killed in Toronto during investigation into US Consulate shooting in March
A police officer was killed in Toronto during an investigation into a March shooting at the US Consulate. The suspect involved in the shootout remains at large and is deemed armed and dangerous by authorities.
- Police in Toronto say an officer has been shot and killed by a suspect linked to a March attack on the U.S. Consulate
A Toronto police officer was shot and killed by a suspect connected to a March attack on the U.S. Consulate. The incident is linked to a prior attack on the U.S. Consulate in March.
- Quebec would withdraw from high-speed rail project if PQ forms next government, party leader says
Parti Québécois leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon stated that Quebec would withdraw from a high-speed rail project connecting Quebec City to Toronto if his party forms the next government. The project's involvement would be prevented under a PQ-led administration.
- Israel solidarity walk underway in Toronto as police vow to maintain security
An annual fundraising walk for Israel is taking place in Toronto on Sunday, with police ensuring security.
- Designers are experimenting with AI to make clothes and footwear more interactive
Toronto-based start-up Aurmada is developing AI-enhanced clothing designed to monitor gait and proximity, reflecting a growing trend in the wearable-technology industry to create more interactive garments.
- Rutschman homers, drives in 5 in the Orioles’ 13-3 victory over the Blue Jays
Adley Rutschman homered and drove in five runs with four hits, leading the Baltimore Orioles to a 13-3 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays. Coby Mayo added a two-run homer, while Brandon Young secured the win for Baltimore. The Blue Jays lost their fifth game in six, and Daulton Varsho exited with a wrist injury.
- Toronto police officer charged with sexual assault, SIU says
A Toronto police officer has been charged with sexual assault and transmitting sexually explicit material to a person under the age of 16, according to the Special Investigations Unit (SIU).
- Summer is getting longer, hotter — and arriving faster, study says
A study by the University of British Columbia found that summers are becoming hotter, longer, and arriving faster, with the average summer lengthening by six days per decade since 1990. Cities like Sydney and Toronto have seen significant increases in summer days, and seasonal transitions are becoming more abrupt, disrupting ecosystems and human activities.
- SwitchBot’s acquisition of Nanoleaf is about more than lighting
Nanoleaf, a smart lighting company, has been acquired by OneRobotics, the parent company of SwitchBot. The acquisition will maintain Nanoleaf's independence and leadership, with plans for product integrations and growth supported by a cash infusion.
- Iraqi national pleads not guilty in 18 attacks in Europe, calling himself a ‘prisoner of war’
An Iraqi national, Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood Al-Saadi, pleaded not guilty to charges of conspiring to support a Iran-backed militant group and planning 18 attacks in Europe, including firebombing a bank in Amsterdam and stabbing Jewish men in London. He described himself as a 'prisoner of war' and accused U.S. rockets of killing civilians, while prosecutors allege he directed attacks on U.S. and Israeli interests.
- Iraqi national pleads not guilty in 18 attacks in Europe, calling himself a 'prisoner of war'
An Iraqi national, Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood Al-Saadi, pleaded not guilty to charges of conspiring to support a U.S.-designated terrorist group and planning 18 attacks in Europe, including firebombing a bank in Amsterdam and stabbing Jewish men in London. He described himself as a 'prisoner of war' and claimed children and women were killed by 'your rockets,' while his lawyer stated he worked for the Iraqi government and was held in Turkey before being transferred to the FBI.