“The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” enjoyed otherworldly success at the box office in its second weekend in theaters. The Universal and Illumination sequel added $69 million from 4,284 theaters in the U.S. and Canada, according to studio estimates Sunday. That brings its running domestic total to $308.1 million and its global total to $629 million. That’s a 48% drop from the film’s first weekend in theaters, a fairly modest decline for a blockbuster. But the chasm between this movie and the first continues to grow. By its second weekend in 2023, “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” — which was much…
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SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel said the U.S. has no valid reason to carry out a military attack against the island or to attempt to depose him. Speaking in an interview on NBC News’ Meet the Press program, the president said an invasion of Cuba would be costly and affect regional security. But should it happen, Díaz-Canel said, Cubans would defend themselves. “If the time comes, I don’t think there would be any justification for the United States to launch a military aggression against Cuba, or for the U.S. to undertake a surgical operation or…
MAIDUGURI, Nigeria (AP) — A Nigerian Air Force strike targeting jihadi rebels hit a local market in northeastern Nigeria, killing over 100 civilians including children and injuring many others, a rights group and local media reported on Sunday. Officials confirmed a misfire without providing details. Amnesty International cited survivors as saying that at least 100 people were killed in the airstrike on Saturday on a village in Yobe state, near the border with Borno state, which is the epicenter of the jihadi insurgency that has ravaged the region for over a decade. “We have their pictures and they include children,”…
The Toronto Police Service says two of its officers were injured during an assault investigation in North York early Sunday morning. Authorities were initially called to an apartment building in the area of Bathurst Street and Wilson Avenue just after 1 a.m. for reports of an assault. According to police, while officers were arresting the suspect, two of the officers were assaulted. Both officers sustained non-life-threatening injuries and one was transported to a hospital for treatment. Police say the suspect is a 39-year-old male. No other details were immediately available. The Toronto Police Service says two of its officers were…
Katy Perry is sharing more photos of her boyfriend, former Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau, after the pair attended the Coachella music festival this weekend. The pop star shared snaps of the couple to Instagram eating food and walking around the festival grounds with Trudeau wearing a white T-shirt and backwards Montreal Alouettes baseball cap. The official Montreal Alouettes Instagram account replied to Perry’s post praising Trudeau for the hat choice. Perry also shared a video of her and Trudeau dancing together while watching Canadian pop star Justin Bieber perform his headlining set at the California music festival. Perry has…
Environment Canada warns that the capital is expected to receive a significant dump of rainfall beginning Sunday afternoon. Read MoreEnvironment Canada warns that Ottawa can expect a significant dump of rainfall beginning Sunday afternoon and lasting into midweek. News, Local News, OttawaSun, Rainstorm, Realtime, weather Environment Canada warns that the capital is expected to receive a significant dump of rainfall beginning Sunday afternoon. Read More
Sarnia police say they have arrested one man and are looking for another in connection with a fatal shooting at a Lambton College campus bar early Friday morning that left 20-year-old Dane Nisbet dead. Police charged 23-year-old Oudom “Richard” Bun of London, Ont., with second-degree murder and two counts of attempted murder after executing two search warrants. Police say the primary suspect, 24-year-old Kyaw Doe of London, is still at large and is believed to have ties to criminals in western and northern Ontario who may be helping him evade police capture. Doe is wanted for second-degree murder, two counts…
Christine Fréchette has been chosen as the new CAQ leader and premier-elect of Quebec, replacing François Legault at the head of the party and province. The former cabinet minister defeated Bernard Drainville Sunday with 57.9 per cent of the vote by 15,833 party members. The result was announced at a gathering in Drummondville, east of Montreal, about an hour after the polls closed. Fréchette, 56, will become just the second woman to serve as premier of Quebec after Pauline Marois. “Today, you have chosen a woman and a unifying leadership,” Fréchette said in her victory speech. “Dear activists, dear colleagues,…
While the country’s housing affordability crisis continues to grow inexorably, a recent report by a Canadian real estate market watcher has found that seven of the top 10 most affordable Ontario markets for homes/housing were in the Ottawa and Ottawa Valley regions. Read MoreA recent real estate marketplace report ranked seven Ottawa markets as being top 10 for most affordable in Ontario Local News, affordability, OttawaSun, Realtime While the country’s housing affordability crisis continues to grow inexorably, a recent report by a Canadian real estate market watcher has found that seven of the top 10 most affordable Ontario markets for homes/housing were…
The unions representing faculty and support staff at Fleming College and St. Lawrence College say the decision to merge the two colleges blindsided workers and is the result of the province’s failure to properly invest in post-secondary education. Marcia Steeves, president of OPSEU Local 351, representing Fleming College support staff, says unions at both colleges were left in the dark about the merger and that government officials and college presidents had “sidelined” questions about the future of the institutions. Dayna Smockum, a spokesperson for the Ministry of Colleges and Universities, says the OPSEU is “misguided” and that the decision by…
TORONTO — Max Scherzer kept his head down as he walked off the Rogers Centre mound and into the dugout. After passing pitching coach Pete Walker, the Toronto Blue Jays’ right-hander stopped at the water cooler to grab a drink and then stood by himself, presumably collecting his thoughts. To say Sunday’s outing was a rough one for Scherzer would be an understatement. The veteran was removed in the third inning and charged with eight runs during what ended up being an 8-2 loss to the Minnesota Twins in front of 37,804. The loss ensured the Blue Jays ended their homestand…
The Ottawa Senators will likely be without captain Brady Tkachuk for the final two games of the regular season, but the expectation is that he’ll be ready for the National Hockey League playoffs next weekend. Read MoreWhatever is wrong with Ottawa Senators captain Brady Tkachuk is not believed to be serious Ottawa Senators, Hockey, NHL, Senators Extra, Sports, Ottawa Sun The Ottawa Senators will likely be without captain Brady Tkachuk for the final two games of the regular season, but the expectation is that he’ll be ready for the National Hockey League playoffs next weekend. Read More
NEW YORK (AP) — Oil prices rose in early market trading Sunday after the U.S. said it would blockade Iranian ports beginning Monday. The price of U.S. crude oil rose 8% to $104.24 a barrel and Brent crude oil, the international standard, rose 7% to $102.29. Brent crude has swung dramatically during the Iran war, rising from roughly $70 per barrel before the war in late February to more than $119 at times. On Friday, ahead of the peace talks, Brent for June delivery fell 0.8% to $95.20 per barrel. Iran has been effectively controlling the Strait of Hormuz, a…
AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) — Rory McIlroy joined more elite company Sunday at the Masters when he pulled away with a pair of birdies around Amen Corner and, as usual, saved a little drama for the end before taking his place in Augusta National history as only the fourth back-to-back champion. In a final round where three players had a two-shot lead, McIlroy seized control for good with a bold shot over Rae’s Creek to 7 feet for birdie on the par-3 12th. Then he blistered a 350-yard drive on the par-5 13th that set up another birdie to move three…
The Toronto Zoo says it is expecting an addition to its wildlife family. In a social media post on Sunday, the zoo confirmed that its 11-year-old Bactrian camel Suria is pregnant and expected to give birth within the coming weeks. She last gave birth in May 2023. “This will be Suria’s third calf with male Zip, and our Eurasia Wilds team is closely monitoring her as she embarks on this special journey into motherhood once again,” zoo officials said. Confirmation of Suria’s pregnancy was done via ultrasound. Bactrian camels are easily recognized by their two humps, which help to store…
The Lanark County OPP detachment is investigating after a person was found in a Perth park with life-threatening injuries and was later pronounced dead in hospital. Read MoreOn Sunday, April 12, at 3:15 p.m., OPP officers responded to Last Duel Park where the injured person was located before being taken to a trauma centre, police said News, Ottawa Sun, Realtime The Lanark County OPP detachment is investigating after a person was found in a Perth park with life-threatening injuries and was later pronounced dead in hospital. Read More
An 80-year-old woman was critically injured after being struck by a vehicle in Yorkville. Toronto police say the incident occurred in the Prince Arthur Avenue and Avenue Road area around 7:30 p.m. Sunday. The circumstances surrounding the crash were not immediately available. The woman was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. Police say the driver of the vehicle remained at the scene. An 80-year-old woman was critically injured after being struck by a vehicle in Yorkville. Toronto police say the incident occurred in the Prince Arthur Avenue and Avenue Road area around 7:30 p.m. Sunday. The circumstances surrounding the…
For the first time in four seasons, the Toronto Raptors are heading back to the dance. After taking down the Brooklyn Nets 136-101 on Sunday night, the Raptors have officially avoided the play-in and secured an automatic berth to the NBA Playoffs. The Raptors (46-36) head into the postseason as the fifth seed and will face the Cleveland Cavaliers after the Boston Celtics defeated the Orlando Magic. It’s been a long road back to playoff contention for the Raptors, who suffered through two losing seasons in 2023-24 and 2024-25. Those losing runs forced the team to adapt to a new era, selling…
It ends 16 years in power for a figure in far-right movement allied with Trump. It ends 16 years in power for a figure in far-right movement allied with Trump. International It ends 16 years in power for a figure in far-right movement allied with Trump.
President Díaz-Canel says the U.S. has no valid reason to try to depose him. President Díaz-Canel says the U.S. has no valid reason to try to depose him. International President Díaz-Canel says the U.S. has no valid reason to try to depose him.