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Taylor Swift, BTS lose most-followed Spotify artist spot to ‘King of Bollywood Ballads’ 3rd time in a row
Indian music sensation Arijit Singh has gone and done it again! For the third time in a row, the hit-maker behind tunes like “Tum Hi Ho,” and “O Maahi” has bested fellow globally loved artists like American pop queen Taylor Swift and chart-topping...

Canada Day celebrations coming in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows
Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows are gearing up to celebrate Canada Day today, July 1. Thousands are expected to be out for festivities in both communities, enjoying live entertainment, mouthwatering food, and activities for the whole family. In Maple...

Canada Day the Inuit way
Although there are no maple trees in Nunavut, the Canadian flag bearing the maple leaf symbol of national unity will fly in communities across the territory on July 1 — Canada Day. In Grise Fiord, the sun won’t set on the day of activities and...

Almonty Industries: The NASDAQ countdown is on! Everyone wants a piece of the tungsten gem
Join our daily newsletter At The Bell to receive exclusive market insights The countdown to Almonty’s (ASX:AII) IPO on the NASDAQ is underway. The reverse split took place on Friday, and further details were released yesterday. A capital increase...

‘Uniquely Canadian’: Stampede begins with parade led by country star Shania Twain
CALGARY – The Old West will be on full display as thousands clad in tassels, boots and buckles march through city streets today to kick off the Calgary Stampede. Country superstar Shania Twain will saddle up and lead the parade on horseback before...

In Canada: Shania Twain, Les Cowboys Fringants & More Legacy Acts Enjoy Chart Bumps
It’s the week of Canada Day (July 1), and some of the nation’s favourite legacy artists are back on the charts. On the Billboard Canadian Albums chart dated July 5, L’amerique Pleure, the concert film soundtrack by Quebec rock band Les Cowboys...

Canada Day 2025: Your guide to what's happening in the Halifax area
Nova Scotia To help you plan your Canada Day, CBC News has prepared a list of what's open, what's closed and what's happening across the Halifax region. Halifax Regional Municipality hosting a parade, fireworks and several concerts CBC News ·...
Stockholm seeing a huge increase in Canadian travellers in July: Skyscanner trending destination
Entering the height of summer travel, Canadians are looking to Sweden for their July vacations. Information provided to Yahoo Canada from Skyscanner revealed that there has been a 79 per cent month-over-month increase in flight bookings from...

Rap punk band under scrutiny for antisemitism
Let us read it for you. Listen now. Your browser does not support the audio element. LONDON -- British police launched a criminal investigation Monday into a televised performance at the Glastonbury Festival by rap punk duo Bob Vylan, who drew...

Kendrick Lamar Breaks Record with ‘Luther’ on Hot Rap Songs Chart
NEW ORLEANS, LA — Kendrick Lamar has made history by setting a new record on the Hot Rap Songs chart with his latest hit, “Luther.” Released as part of his album GNX, the track has remained at number one for 27 weeks, surpassing Lamar’s previous...

Canada Day: These Are The Busiest Routes To Canada This Holiday Week
Canada Day 2025 is coming up! This upcoming Tuesday, July 1, the proud nation of Canada will celebrate 158 years since its founding. The shift toward domestic plans of the wider Canadian travel market has been in the headlines as the political...

Toronto celebrates Canada's 158th birthday
The 158th anniversary of Confederation lands on a Tuesday this year and while there's a chance of showers this Canada Day, there's plenty of celebrating to be done. Here's a look at the festivities happening across Toronto and what will be closed...
Canada Day 2025: Here's what you need to know to celebrate the holiday across Windsor-Essex
School's out and Canada Day is here, Windsor-Essex. Whether you're planning on soaking in the air conditioning on your day off or taking the family out to enjoy some of the festivities, here's what you need to know across Windsor-Essex. Canada Day...

Canadian Singer & Songwriter Leith Ross Unveils New Single "(I Can See) The Future" Out Today
New York, NY (Top40 Charts) Following a recent announcement of their forthcoming new album I Can See The Future out this fall, critically-acclaimed Canadian singer, songwriter, and guitarist Leith Ross (They/Them Pronouns) releases the album's...

Neil Young set WILL be shown live on BBC after Canadian musician initially banned broadcast
Neil Young’s headline set at Glastonbury Festival will now be shown live on the BBC on Saturday night, the BBC has announced. The corporation previously said that the Canadian rock veteran’s set would not be broadcast live 'at the artist’s...

Connect by Live Nation latest study reveals mass mainstream influence of country music in Australia
Leading sponsorship, creative and experiential agency in music - Connect by Live Nation - has released its latest study ‘Step Into Country’ unveiling the mass mainstream influence of country music in Australia - now the third largest country music...

News: SUCKERPUNCH! Drop New Song, Join Nettwerk
On the verge of Simple Plan’s new documentary, it seems fitting that Montreal’s next great pop-punk stars ready for a break-out. SUCKERPUNCH! recently signed with powerhouse Nettwerk Music Group and released their newest song, “Bite My Tongue.” “A...

Volunteer Janice Milligan strives to promote health in area, welcomes Texas cyclists
Breadcrumb Trail Links News Local News Milligan is a hometown champion; this story is part of our series on ‘how Canada wins: love where we live’ Janice Milligan is a dedicated volunteer with the Whitecourt Cancer and Wellness Society and Friends...

Travel: How a swanky Bahamas resort was brought back to life
I kept thinking “Oh! Darling” — and not because my husband languished in a hammock while slurping a Bahama Mama rum cocktail. Along pale pink sands, on the Bahamian island of Eleuthera, we were staying in the Potlatch Club cottage where music icon...

Ricky Rap: What makes Canada so great
What other country has such a great relationship with just about every other country around the world? Ricky Rap is 10 thoughts and offerings in rhythmic form from Niagara’s own, Rick Mills. Retired from the steel industry, he continues pastoral...