Archives — August 2026

Japan is studying a blockchain infrastructure to reduce the settlement of transactions involving government stocks and bonds to almost zero. Table of ContentsJapan is preparing a group to design the blockchain infrastructureHow would instant settlement work? Major Japanese banks are already testing tokenized assetsBlockchain technology could come to international remittances

PEIPrince Edward Island residents throw out less garbage per person than anyone else in the country, according to new data from Statistics Canada. P. E. I. sent 336 kilograms of waste per person for disposal in 2024Thinh Nguyen · CBC News · Posted: Aug 29, 2026 5:00 AM EDT | Last Updated: August 29Listen to this articleEstimated 4 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. Heather Myers, director of operations with Island Waste Management Corporation, says even though P. E. I. leads the country in keeping waste out of disposal, space in the province’s only landfill is limited and residents still need to improve sorting to extend its lifespan. (Aaron Adetuyi/CBC )Prince Edward Island residents throw out less garbage per person than anyone else in the country, according to new data from Statistics Canada. The agency releases waste disposal data every two years. The latest figures, for 2024, show Islanders produced the smallest amount of trash per capita of all Canadians, about half the national average. "For P. E. I.

eHealth Saskatchewan is warning residents about a scam regarding their health cards. The scam sees the recipient receive a text message or phone call claiming to be from eHealth Saskatchewan and telling them that their Saskatchewan health card is expired, outdated, or requires an immediate replacement. People are then asked to click a link to update their information and sometimes asked to pay a fee or provide personal information to resolve the issue.eHealth Saskatchewan reminds people that there is no charge for a Saskatchewan health card. They advise not to click any links or provide any personal info. The warning comes as Saskatchewan enters a health card renewal season. People can expect to see renewal stickers appearing in the mail in mid-September through the end of October. Residents are encouraged to visit eHealth’s website to learn more about the scam and the health card renewal campaign at ehealthsask.ca. Here’s what residents need to know: Most Saskatchewan health cards expire at the end of December 2026.

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MLBJohn Albert (Buck) Martinez, a cancer survivor, catcher, manager and broadcaster for parts of five decades with the Toronto Blue Jays, was inducted into the club's new Hall of Excellence on Saturday.11 honourees from the former Level of Excellence were also enshrined in the hallTim Wharnsby · The Canadian Press · Posted: Aug 29, 2026 4:22 PM EDT | Last Updated: August 29Listen to this articleEstimated 5 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. Buck Martinez speaks to the crowd and former Blue Jays greats before being inducted into the team's new Hall of Excellence during a ceremony before a game against the Mariners at Rogers Centre in Toronto on Saturday. (Jon Blacker/The Canadian Press)John Albert (Buck) Martinez, a cancer survivor, catcher, manager and broadcaster for parts of five decades with the Toronto Blue Jays, was inducted into the club's new Hall of Excellence on Saturday. As part of their 50th season celebrations, the Blue Jays unveiled the section to honour the franchise's greatest contributors.

TAMPA, Fla. — BayCare’s St. Joseph’s Women’s Hospital has introduced a robotic-assisted, nipple-sparing mastectomy procedure for eligible patients diagnosed with breast cancer, and those who are at high risk for developing the disease. BayCare breast surgical oncologist Dr. Robert Gabordi, who is is one of only 10 surgeons in the nation trained in the technology, said the procedure benefits surgeons and patients.

CUPE 5430 says its members are preparing for a strike vote next month as contract negotiations continue with the Saskatchewan Association of Health Organizations (SAHO). The union, which represents health care workers across Saskatchewan, has scheduled a strike mandate vote for Sept. 8 to 14. Ahead of the vote, CUPE 5430 is inviting members to participate in a Strike Vote Telephone Town Hall on Aug. 31 to discuss the process, ask questions, and learn more about ongoing negotiations.

This week, the Royal Canadian Geographical Society (RCGS) moved a large globe — 127 cm (50 inches) across — into its newly renovated Sir Christopher Ondaatje Reading Room. The Canada Globe, as we like to call it, includes the society’s coat of arms and motto “Ducit Amor Patriae — Love of Country Leads Me.” The custom globe was hand painted in 2025. It is a physical statement about the importance of Canadian and global geography.

Celtic’s Champions League exit means around £30m in lost revenue. That Conference League exit will also have major financial repercussions at Ibrox…Cameron Carter-Vickers of Celtic reacts after t...

https://stockstotrade-nuxt-staging.stockstotrade-com-inc.workers.dev/ TIM BOHEN•UPDATED AUG. 29, 2026, 8:38 AM ETFlutter Entertainment Plc stocks have been trading up by 6.62 percent amid upbeat sentiment on stronger online betting performance Q2 revenue of $4.33B beat expectations of $4.23B, showing solid top-line momentum despite earnings volatility.

Months of litigation did not cost Avis Budget its right to arbitrate, a federal appeals court held, sending the fight back to a lower court. The Third Circuit ruled a rental car company had not given up its right to force arbitration in a dispute over how supplemental liability insurance was provided, vacating a lower-court finding to the contrary.

Energi Media journalism in video, audio, and essays Donald Trump’s escalating attacks on Canada can look erratic, but University of Chicago political scientist Robert Pape says there is a consistent strategy underneath them: punishment.

A 26-year-old man from Kitchener was arrested by Waterloo Regional Police after officials say he assaulted a security guard in a Waterloo business. The incident happened on Aug. 28, just before 2:20 p.m., with police arriving shortly after in the King Street South and Willis Way area.

There are plenty of cultural differences between Canada and the U. S. that Canadians love to make fun of. And, to be fair, Americans give us a lot to work with. From their obsession with enormous portion sizes to the fact that seemingly everything can be bought at a drive-thru, there are certain things about life south of the border that can feel very, very American to a Canadian like me. But after living in the U. S. for 10 years, I've realized there are actually a few American habits that Canadians could learn from. Some are surprisingly practical, some make everyday life noticeably easier and others are things I initially thought were ridiculous — only to find myself fully embracing them years later. That's not to say I think Americans have everything figured out. There are still plenty of Canadian habits and customs I'd choose any day of the week. But after a decade of experiencing both ways of doing things, I'll admit there are a handful of things the U. S. genuinely does better. So, fellow Canadians, just hear me out on these ones. You might even find yourself wishing we did a few of them back home.

Michael Harris II hit a two-run homer as the Braves beat the Rockies 6-4 for their 80th win. Read the full game breakdown and analysis.