There was a time when people were shamed for reading smutty books, whether for the steaminess factor or the misconception that romance wasn’t real literature. But now, thanks to the surging popularity of books by authors like Sarah J. Maas and Rebecca Yarros, readers are loudly and proudly embracing the genre — and even appear to be naming … Read more
Oleksandr Usyk defeated Tyson Fury in Riyadh on Saturday, to emerge boxing’s first four-belt undisputed heavyweight champion. Dubbed the “Ring of Fire,” the memorable show put on by the two pugilists was ultimately won by Usyk after a combative ninth-round demolition of Fury. Usyk, by virtue of a split-decision points victory Saturday night, snatched Fury’s … Read more
On Saturday, two undefeated heavyweight boxers, Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk, will clash in the Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with all the major heavyweight titles at stake – WBC, WBA, IBF, WBO, and IBO. Wondering why there is an abundance of boxing organisations? It may be because of the sport’s lucrative nature. Originally slated … Read more
Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland says she thinks unhappy premiers will come around on measures in the federal budget that touch on provincial legislation, even as they push back. At an event in Toronto on Sunday, Freeland — who presented the federal budget on Tuesday — said the national government needs to push ahead on … Read more
Music festival Coachella has announced their 2024 lineup, which includes Canadian acts Nav, AP Dhillon, Grimes and Blond:ish. It’s not the first time for all but one of the Canadian artists featured to have performed at the festival. Grimes — the singer-songwriter and DJ originally from Vancouver — last performed there in 2016, while rapper and singer … Read more
Hot on the heels of one of the best years for movie and TV releases in recent memory, 2024 is shaping up to be an impressive year for screens both big and small. Even though there may have been strikes last year, seriously delaying the majority of projects scheduled for release, there are loads of … Read more
