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    What to know Wildfire smoke can cause respiratory problems in pets, and owners should watch for signs such as excessive panting, coughing, laboured breathing or...
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  • Can an N95 mask protect you from Toronto’s wildfire smoke? Here’s what a doctor says

    What to know Toronto remains under an orange air quality warning as wildfire smoke from northwestern Ontario creates hazardous air conditions and reduced visibility, with...
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  • Why do so many Toronto condos have such strange layouts? An architect explains

    What to know An architecture expert says many of Toronto's awkward condo layouts stem from years of investor-focused development, where maximizing bedrooms, dens and amenities...
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  • Your Ontario landlord may demand professional cleaning, but do you have to pay? Here’s what a legal expert says

    What to know Ontario tenants are not legally required to pay for or hire professional cleaning services when moving out, even if a lease includes...
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  • Heat waves make TTC and GO Transit less reliable, this Ontario expert explains how

    What to know One infrastructure expert says extreme heat can make public transit less reliable by straining electrical and mechanical systems, forcing trains and buses...
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  • ‘Toronto needs more whimsy’: The viral Centennial Park picnic that brought together 1,000 strangers returns Saturday

    What to know Content creator Winnie Chen is hosting the second edition of her viral community picnic at Centennial Park on Saturday, July 11, after...
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  • Toronto, Mississauga, Markham and GTA weather: Storm risk Friday before hot, sunny weekend

    What to know The warm, mostly dry weekend weather is expected to provide ideal conditions for outdoor events across the city, including the Toronto Outdoor...
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  • Why this Toronto Outdoor Art Fair artist is transforming pigeons and street junk into art about resilience

    What to know The Toronto Outdoor Art Fair returns to Nathan Phillips Square this weekend for its 65th edition, bringing together more than 400 visual...
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  • ‘These were meant for me’: Tim Hortons fans can’t get enough of the new Crocs

    What to know Tim Hortons and Crocs have unveiled a limited-edition collection featuring Iced Capp-inspired Classic Clogs, themed Jibbitz charms and matching accessories. The products...
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  • ‘A good decision, but keep Canada on priority’: Torontonians react to Canada sending $900M in aid to Ukraine

    What to know Prime Minister Mark Carney announced $900 million in new military assistance to Ukraine following a meeting with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the...
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  • ‘Without them, there’s no forest’: Why the race to save endangered orangutans before it’s too late matters to us all

    What to know Dr. Birutė Mary Galdikas devoted more than 50 years to studying orangutans and founded Orangutan Foundation International to advance research, conservation and...
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  • Taste of Little Jamaica was cancelled, but these Black food festivals are still happening in Toronto this summer

    The Taste of Little Jamaica has been cancelled, but there is no shortage of events to celebrate Black cuisine in Toronto this summer.  Some Toronto...
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  • Why homeowners could face more uninsured costs as climate change fuels extreme weather

    What to know An insurance expert says homeowners can still face significant out-of-pocket expenses after extreme weather due to deductibles, coverage limits and uninsured damage,...
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  • What is Toronto taking away from the World Cup? Expert weighs the tournament’s lasting legacy

    What to know A sports expert says the city’s successful World Cup operations showcased its ability to stage major international events, potentially opening the door...
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  • Home sales are up 9.4% from last year in Toronto, here’s what this means for buyers

    What to know Toronto home sales rose 9.4 per cent year-over-year in June, while new listings fell 12.9 per cent, signalling that the market is...
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