Manchester City came from behind to defeat Red Star Belgrade 3-1 in their opening Group G match of the Champions League. Red Star took the lead just before half-time, but City quickly equalized after the restart thanks to Julian Alvarez. A mistake by the Red Star goalkeeper allowed Alvarez to provide an assist for City's second goal, and Rodri sealed the victory with a goal in the 73rd minute. This win extends City's unbeaten run in Champions League home games to 27 matches.
Judges return to GTA courthouse as province says mould, asbestos concerns addressed
The Toronto Star
23-09-19 20:06
The Milton courthouse in Ontario, Canada, has reopened for in-person hearings after judges were advised by the Ontario government that the building is safe, following the discovery of mould. The courthouse has been plagued by health and safety concerns, including mould in pipes and ceilings, as well as asbestos disturbances. The judges had previously stopped sitting in the courthouse, causing the adjournment of several trials. However, they have now returned after the government conducted thorough investigations and remediation of the mould issues.
Justin Trudeau’s government won’t say if it will help craft a ‘new deal’ for Toronto
The Toronto Star
23-09-19 20:04
The Canadian government has not confirmed whether it will accept an invitation from the Premier of Ontario and the Mayor of Toronto to help fix the city's pandemic-hit finances. Toronto's budget gap stands at $1.5bn for next year alone, prompting the Premier and Mayor to call on the federal government for additional financial support. The federal government has not responded to previous requests for help with the city's finances, which have been hit by a drop in revenues and increased costs related to the pandemic.
Rihanna and A$AP Rocky have shared photos of their second child, a boy named Riot Rose, who was born on August 1. The couple also has a son named RZA, who was born in May 2022. The photos were taken by street photographer Diggzy and show the family of four posing together. Rihanna and A$AP Rocky publicly revealed their relationship in 2020. Rihanna is a nine-time Grammy Award winner and A$AP Rocky is a rapper who has been nominated for two Grammys.
Guardiola rues injuries but City's European juggernaut powers on
Telegraph
23-09-19 23:29
Manchester City won their first Champions League match since winning the title, although they suffered another injury blow as Bernardo Silva picked up a muscle problem. The win over Red Star Belgrade came at a cost, with Silva joining a growing list of injured players, which includes Kevin De Bruyne, John Stones, Mateo Kovacic, and Jack Grealish. Despite the mounting injury concerns, City's squad found a way to win, with Julian Alvarez scoring twice and Rodri adding another after Red Star had taken the lead. City's unbeaten run at home in the Champions League now stands at 27 games.
Luis Arraez scratched from Marlins' lineup because of left ankle sprain
The Toronto Star
23-09-19 23:24
Miami Marlins infielder Luis Arraez was scratched from the lineup on Tuesday night due to a left ankle sprain. The injury occurred during pregame drills when Arraez stepped on a baseball. Arraez, who was acquired from the Minnesota Twins in January, has been a key contributor for the Marlins this season. He currently holds the highest batting average in the majors at .354 and has reached 201 hits this year. The Marlins are in contention for a postseason spot, sitting just a half-game out of the final NL wild-card spot. Arraez is also attempting to become the first player to win consecutive batting titles in different leagues.
Springer hits a leadoff homer on his birthday, Blue Jays beat the Yankees 7-1
Associated Press
23-09-20 03:02
The Toronto Blue Jays defeated the New York Yankees 7-1 on Tuesday night, with George Springer celebrating his 34th birthday by hitting his 57th career leadoff homer. Bo Bichette also hit a two-run home run for the Blue Jays. The win keeps Toronto one game ahead of Seattle and Texas for the second AL wild card, while the Yankees are seven games back for the last playoff berth. Yusei Kikuchi was pulled from the game due to a left upper trap muscle cramp after allowing one run in five-plus innings.
Meanwhile, the Baltimore Orioles beat the slumping Houston Astros 9-5, reducing the Astros’ lead in the AL West to just half a game over Seattle and Texas. Austin Hays hit two homers and four RBIs for the Orioles. The Astros have lost four of their last five games and six of their last eight.
In another game, the Minnesota Twins beat the Cincinnati Reds 7-0, with Willi Castro hitting a two-run homer and making two spectacular catches in center field. The Twins now have an eight-game lead over the second-place Cleveland Indians in the AL Central. Cincinnati remains just outside of a playoff position in the National League.
Shohei Ohtani’s elbow surgery went well, the Los Angeles Angels’ 2-way star says, as doctor hopes for early 2024 return to batting
CNN
23-09-20 03:00
Los Angeles Angels star Shohei Ohtani has announced that he underwent elbow surgery on Tuesday morning, ruling him out of pitching and batting for the rest of the season. The surgery repaired a torn ulnar collateral ligament in Ohtani's throwing elbow. He is expected to be ready to hit on opening day of the 2024 season but likely won't return to pitching until 2025. Ohtani has been one of the top performers in the American League this season, leading in home runs and walks. He is set to become a highly sought-after free agent when his contract expires after this season.
Edward Keenan: What the anti ‘gender ideology’ protests were really about
The Toronto Star
23-09-21 09:00
A protest against the Canadian government’s new education curriculum turned into a show of force against transgender rights, with a heavy presence of conspiracy theorists and anti-vaccine advocates. The One Million March for Children protest, which took place at Queen’s Park in Toronto, was originally planned to oppose the teaching of gender identity in schools. However, the event attracted protestors who were against Covid-19 vaccinations, as well as anti-mask campaigners. The protest was met with counterprotesters from the LGBTQ+ community, who wore pride flags and chanted “Trans rights are human rights” and “No space for hate.” Reports suggest that the anti-transgender rights protestors were much smaller in number than expected. The protest organisers had claimed that one million people would participate in the march nationwide, although only a few thousand turned up in Toronto. The organisers of the counterprotest accused the protestors of spreading misinformation about what is being taught in schools.
Ontario is changing how it recycles beverage containers. Who will pay for it?
The Toronto Star
23-09-21 09:00
Ontario could emulate British Columbia's beverage deposit system, which accepts nearly all types of beverage containers, according to Susan Collins, president of the Container Recycling Institute. The deposit system, which has a recovery rate of 77%, is paid for by consumers, who pay a 10-cent returnable deposit and a non-refundable container recycling fee of between one and 11 cents. In Europe and the US, producers cover the cost of deposit systems. Ontario will eventually require beverage producers to recycle 100% of non-alcoholic drink containers. In response, the beverage industry announced its Recycle Everywhere program, which would have been funded by container surcharges, but the plan was dropped after opposition. Last month, a working group was established to study deposit systems.
‘A little piece of heaven’: How a makeshift shrine at a Toronto soccer field sparked a fight between religious rites and property rights
The Toronto Star
23-09-21 09:00
A battle over a religious site in Toronto has resulted in nightly vigils, as devotees gather to protest the site being sold to a property developer. The “Marian Shrine of Gratitude” is considered to be a place of healing and peace. The Order of St. Basil the Great of St. Josaphat owned the shrine, which includes 16.8 acres on the Humber River. The order sold the property to AvranceCorp Developments for CAD 15.6m ($12.5m) in 2020. The developer plans to build 2,400 residential units on the site, but shrine devotees are demanding that the site be preserved.
Adidas CEO tries to downplay Kanye West's antisemitic remarks last year
CBC
23-09-21 13:50
Adidas CEO Bjorn Gulden has suggested that Kanye West did not mean his offensive remarks made last year and that he does not believe West is a bad person. Adidas ended its partnership with West due to his antisemitic and other offensive comments, stating that they do not tolerate hate speech. Gulden's comments have caused controversy, as they contradict the company's previous stance on the matter. Adidas has not revealed how many unsold Yeezy sneakers it still has in inventory, but it estimated that it held $1.3 billion worth of Yeezy inventory when it ended its partnership with West.
Julie Andrews is known for her iconic roles in films such as "Mary Poppins" and "The Sound of Music," but not all of her films have been a success. From romantic comedies to musicals, Andrews has had her fair share of hits and misses throughout her career. Some of her less successful films include "A Fine Romance," "Hawaii," and "That's Life." However, she has also had some notable successes, such as "The Americanization of Emily," "The Sound of Music," and "Mary Poppins." Despite the ups and downs of her career, Andrews remains a beloved and celebrated actress.
Just how bad could Canada’s India dispute get + another Greenbelt resignation as scandal grows
The Toronto Star
23-09-21 12:03
India has suspended its visa services to Canadian citizens, warned its citizens to avoid travel to Canada and cautioned international students against "hate crimes and criminal violence" as tensions between the two countries rise. The dispute started after accusations of an Indian link to the assassination of a Canadian Sikh leader. The row has already had economic consequences, as a trade deal has been put on hold. Experts suggest that the situation may continue to escalate and affect citizens of the two countries. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau discussed the matter with a number of world leaders at a UN summit, and also spoke with Indian officials. The details of his conversations have not been made public.
Doug Ford to face reporters Thursday after second cabinet minister resigns
The Toronto Star
23-09-21 11:32
Ontario Premier Doug Ford will hold a press conference to address the resignation of another cabinet minister due to controversies surrounding the Greenbelt land swap scandal. Kaleed Rasheed, the minister of public and business service delivery, stepped down after providing incorrect information to the provincial integrity commissioner during an ethics investigation. Ford's office stated that Rasheed will have an opportunity to return to caucus if he is able to clear his name through the Office of the Integrity Commissioner.
Doug Ford to face reporters after second cabinet minister resigns
The Toronto Star
23-09-21 11:32
Ontario Premier Doug Ford has faced backlash after a second cabinet minister was forced to resign due to controversies surrounding the Greenbelt land swap scandal. Kaleed Rasheed resigned as Minister of Public and Business Service Delivery over questions about information provided to the integrity commissioner during an ethics investigation into former housing minister Steve Clark. Rasheed's office provided incorrect dates for a trip to Las Vegas, where he ran into a developer and close friend. Ford's principal secretary at the time and now the premier's director of housing policy were also on the trip.
‘This is not justice’: Twin brothers guilty in stabbing death of 14-year-old Mississauga boy
The Toronto Star
23-09-21 17:56
Twin brothers Nicholas and Mark Mahabir have pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of a 14-year-old Mississauga boy in a drug debt dispute. Nicholas Mahabir admitted to fatally stabbing Riley Driver-Martin, and was sentenced to 12 years in prison, with five years left to serve. Mark Mahabir, who played a lesser role, was released from custody after serving five years and placed on probation for one year. The victim's family said they were "absolutely appalled" by the sentences.
Five years after fatal shooting the Starr brothers are convicted
The Independent
23-09-21 17:16
Two brothers have been convicted of a murder-for-hire plot to kill a woman in Alabama. Jason Starr, 50, enlisted his brother, Darin Starr, 54, to help him kill his ex-wife, Sara Elizabeth Shubert Starr, 38, in November 2017. Prosecutors believe that Jason Starr's "bitter divorce" from Ms Starr was the motive for the murder. The brothers were both convicted of murder-for-hire charges and could face either life imprisonment or the death penalty.
Euphoria star Angus Cloud’s cause of death revealed
The Independent
23-09-21 17:07
Angus Cloud, the star of HBO series 'Euphoria', died from an accidental overdose, the Alameda County Coroner has confirmed. Fentanyl, cocaine, benzodiazepine, and methamphetamine were found in his system at the time of death. In a statement, Cloud's mother said that he did not intend to end his life and had been reorganising his room and placing items around the house with the intent to stay. She also highlighted his struggles and the impact his work had on his generation.
‘We’re here now to celebrate the music’ — Talking Heads on their Toronto reunion
The Toronto Star
23-09-21 17:06
Members of influential New Wave band Talking Heads, known for hits such as Psycho Killer and Once in a Lifetime, have reunited after 21 years. The band, formed in 1975, had a fallout when frontman David Byrne left the group to pursue his solo career. The band reunited for a sold-out screening of a 4K and IMAX restoration of Stop Making Sense, a 1984 documentary that is widely considered the best music concert film ever made. The reunion has caused speculation about future music from Talking Heads. The band’s members are in their early 70s, and Byrne said they “certainly don’t owe fans a rehash of what we did in the past.” He added that if the band did record and perform together again, it would not be a rehash of what they have done before. Talking Heads’ influence can be heard in bands such as Arcade Fire, Vampire Weekend, and LCD Soundsystem.
