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Artemis space mission to moon 'a stepping-stone' to Mars and beyond

Artemis space mission to moon 'a stepping-stone' to Mars and beyond

The last time humans went to the moon, it was a destination. But when NASA's Artemis 1 mission launches Monday, the moon will be more of a way station.
Two art heists, 50 years apart: expert says Canada is a 'soft target'

Two art heists, 50 years apart: expert says Canada is a 'soft target'

OTTAWA — It’s not clear how they did it: was it a clandestine operation, carried out under the cloak of darkness? An elaborate ruse, designed to fool onlookers? Or something else? However it happened, it’s clear those who stole a world-famous portrai
One winning ticket sold for Saturday's $16 million Lotto 649 jackpot

One winning ticket sold for Saturday's $16 million Lotto 649 jackpot

It's looking like a very good day for someone in Atlantic Canada. A ticket sold in Bay Roberts, N.L. is the sole winner in Saturday's Lotto 649 $16 million draw.
Lotto 649 winning numbers for Saturday, Aug. 27, 2022

Lotto 649 winning numbers for Saturday, Aug. 27, 2022

TORONTO — The winning numbers in Saturday's Lotto 649 draw for an estimated $16 million: 09, 12, 19, 20, 23 & 28.
Politicians condemn harassment of Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland

Politicians condemn harassment of Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland

Current and former politicians from across the Canadian political spectrum have condemned an incident in Alberta during which a man appeared to verbally accost Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland on Friday.
Two Quebec parties say more than 50 per cent of candidates will be women

Two Quebec parties say more than 50 per cent of candidates will be women

MONTREAL — At least two Quebec political parties said Saturday that they will be fielding more women than men as candidates in the fall provincial election, including the party that's leading in the polls on the eve of the campaign launch.
Open letter to Bell says LaFlamme ousting shows sexism, ageism women face at work

Open letter to Bell says LaFlamme ousting shows sexism, ageism women face at work

An open letter signed by a long list of Canadian luminaries is taking aim at Bell Media's abrupt dismissal of Lisa LaFlamme as anchor of the company's flagship newscast.
Mother of Quebecer killed in Ukraine tells memorial service her son was a hero

Mother of Quebecer killed in Ukraine tells memorial service her son was a hero

MONTREAL — The mother of a Quebec man who was killed last month in Ukraine fighting Russian forces told a memorial service Friday that her son's "courage and big heart" made him a hero.
Banff National Park plan focuses on climate change, traffic, Indigenous relations

Banff National Park plan focuses on climate change, traffic, Indigenous relations

Canada's busiest national park aims to look for better ways to help visitors get around in the coming years as it works to address climate change and strengthen Indigenous relations.
'Sort of who I am': Cree youth hopes to inspire others with science videos

'Sort of who I am': Cree youth hopes to inspire others with science videos

A single eagle feather sits on the kitchen table in Simon Monteith's home. Next to it is an array of household products including hydrogen peroxide, dish soap, food colouring and a baking dish.
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