search
NOW Toronto
Trends
- 1Prince Harry marks skydive promise to 102-year-old veteran●Prince Harry completed a skydive in Toronto to honour a promise made to a 102-year-old Second World War veteran. Back on
Prince Harry completed a skydive in Toronto, fulfilling a promise made to a 102-year-old Second World War veteran. Speaking after landing, the Duke of Sussex said his children Archie and Lilibet are happy, in remarks shortly after his return to the UK following six years living in the United States.
- 2Toronto and Vancouver ranked among world's weakest property markets▼Toronto and Vancouver were ranked among the weakest real estate markets in the world. Here’s why
Toronto and Vancouver have been placed among the weakest real estate markets globally in a new international ranking, according to reporting by BNN Bloomberg and CTV News. The ranking reflects the slowdown in Canada's two largest housing markets, where high borrowing costs, elevated prices and weak sales activity have cooled demand. The result is drawing attention given how expensive both cities remain relative to local incomes.
- 3
The Toronto International Film Festival has announced its 2026 award winners. The announcement covers the festival's honours for the year, though details of which films and filmmakers received top prizes were not included in the initial notice. Festival awards typically draw attention from the global film industry as an early marker of awards-season contenders.
- 4
Toronto Blue Jays slugger Kazuma Okamoto is drawing attention in MLB as his team prepares to face the Cincinnati Reds. Japanese media highlight that Okamoto has reached 92 RBIs, the best on his team, saying staying injury-free matters more to him than the numbers. Coverage also notes former Hanshin pitcher Johnson greeting Okamoto warmly and fans giving him loud support.
- 5
The Toronto Raptors have announced the signing of players Burnett and Key, per the team's official announcement. Details of the contracts and the players' roles have not been made clear in the initial release. The move comes as NBA teams continue reshaping rosters ahead of the upcoming season, and fans are weighing how the two additions fit into the Raptors' plans.
- 6Cedars-Sinai Surgeons Clear NBA's Christian Koloko After Blood Clot Procedure●Cedars-Sinai Surgeons Clear NBA’s Christian Koloko After Blood Clot Procedure
Surgeons at Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles have medically cleared NBA center Christian Koloko following treatment for a blood clot, according to a report from Palisades News. The clearance opens the door for the former Toronto Raptors player to resume his professional basketball career. News of his recovery is drawing attention from fans and observers of the league, where blood clot diagnoses have sidelined several players in recent years.
- 7Toronto booksellers flag suspicious bulk orders linked to Anthropic book scanning▼Toronto booksellers flag suspicious bulk orders after Anthropic's book-scanning operation comes to light
Booksellers in Toronto report receiving suspicious bulk purchase orders, which they have connected to Anthropic's recently revealed practice of scanning books to train its artificial intelligence systems. The revelation that the AI company acquired and digitised large volumes of published works has prompted retailers to scrutinise unusual order patterns. The story is drawing attention to how AI firms source copyrighted material and the impact on the book trade.
- 8Emotional George Springer prepares to say goodbye to Toronto●Future undecided, an emotional Springer prepares to say goodbye to Toronto https://www. mlb.com/news/george-springer-g r
George Springer, whose arrival in Toronto marked the start of a new era for the Blue Jays, is preparing to leave the club as his future remains undecided. In an emotional farewell, the outfielder expressed gratitude for his time with the team, reflecting on his tenure as he stands at what appears to be the end of his stint in Toronto. Fans are weighing his legacy as free agency or a move elsewhere looms.
- 9Kevin Gausman tests shoulder in bullpen before Wild Card Series●Kevin Gausman tests shoulder with bullpen session ahead of Wild Card Series https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7626373/202
Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Kevin Gausman threw a bullpen session as he tests his injured shoulder ahead of the Wild Card Series, according to The Athletic. His availability for the playoff rotation is one of the biggest questions facing his team entering the postseason, and fans are watching closely for word on whether he will be cleared to start.
- 10New book examines Justin Trudeau's record in power●Book excerpt: David Olive’s “Justin Trudeau: Power, Promise and the Fight for Canada”
The Toronto Star has published an excerpt from David Olive's new book, 'Justin Trudeau: Power, Promise and the Fight for Canada'. The excerpt offers a retrospective look at the former prime minister's political career, examining the promises he made when he entered office and how his leadership shaped Canada's recent history and political landscape.
- 11Emotional George Springer prepares to say goodbye to Toronto●Future undecided, an emotional Springer prepares to say goodbye to Toronto
Blue Jays outfielder George Springer is preparing to leave Toronto, speaking emotionally about his time with the club as his future remains undecided. The veteran's departure marks the end of a significant chapter for the franchise, and fans are awaiting word on where he will play next season.
- 12Meta bans Toronto performer over old bikini photo●Meta bans another Toronto performer from Instagram and Facebook over Bikini
Meta has removed another Toronto performer from Instagram and Facebook, saying an old photo showing dancers in bikinis promotes harm. The ban is the latest in a series of similar actions against local performers, prompting criticism that the company's automated moderation is unfairly penalizing legitimate artists and raising fresh questions about how Meta applies its community standards.
- 13
New listings of homes for sale in the Greater Toronto Area are dropping faster than sales are declining, according to reporting covered by NOW Toronto. The imbalance between shrinking supply and demand is being flagged as a factor to watch for the local housing market, with implications for prices, buyer competition and market conditions in the region.
- 14GTA home listings shrinking faster than sales●GTA home listings are drying up faster than sales. Here’s what it means for buyers and sellers
New listings in the Greater Toronto Area are falling faster than home sales are declining, according to NOW Toronto. The tightening supply means buyers may face fewer options and less bargaining power even in a slower market, while sellers with well-priced homes could see reduced competition. The report examines what this imbalance could mean for both sides of the market heading into the coming months.
- 15
The Cincinnati Reds defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 5-1 in an MLB game on September 26, 2026. The final score was confirmed through MLB's official Gameday coverage. Beyond the result, no details are available about key performances, scoring plays, or the game's significance to either team's season standings.
- 16
A Toronto Maple Leafs player has cleared NHL waivers, according to Yahoo Sports. The report describes the move as surprising, though it does not name the player or explain the roster context. Clearing waivers means no other NHL team claimed the player, leaving him available to the Maple Leafs for assignment. Fans and analysts are reacting to the unexpected outcome.