CP24, Bell Media's 24 hour Toronto news channel, published a story yesterday about Toronto's spring midges. The piece is attributed to Aarjavee Raaj, a CTVNewsToronto.ca Multi-Platform-Writer. That headline might sound frightening to Torontonians who don't live near Lake Ontario. "Toronto grapples with swarms of midges" really makes it sound
Image Source Today, you can find online games on computers and smartphones. We all know that many people are serious about their games. They want to come out on top as well. The main question is—where will you have the highest likelihood of winning? We will break it down
Image Source Focus on the Fundamentals FirstBasics are something you need in any online sports game you select. Make sure to go over how the rules, scoring, and playing work in the game. Check out the tutorials in the game.Check out guides for starters on YouTube.Try spending a
In this 1684th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Brendan Canning about forming hHead with Noah Mintz, playing in By Divine Right with Feist, appearing on Len's Steal My Sunshine, forming Broken Social Scene with Kevin Drew, and Let's Get Friendship Right May 9 at The Garrison. This episode
Queen Street’s Queen West has been home to the bright lights and electronic beeps of arcade gaming for decades. Joysticks clacking and buttons mashing were the soundtrack as players lined up for their shot at the high score. But the gaming landscape has changed drastically since those coin-op days.
Summer in Toronto is synonymous with lakeside adventures, and few experiences rival the thrill of skimming across Lake Ontario on a jet ski. If you're looking for a refreshing and action-packed escape, jet skiing near the iconic Scarborough Bluffs offers stunning scenery, adrenaline-pumping excitement, and an unforgettable connection with nature.
Ruth Buzzi was best known for her performances on Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In from 1968 to 1973, for which she won a Golden Globe Award and received five Emmy nominations, but she did a tonne of voiceover, television guest star and Sesame Street work.
For only the second time in 21 years, the Toronto Maple Leafs have advanced to the second round of the NHL Playoffs. The Leafs eliminated the Ottawa Senators in six games by beating them in the nation's capitol 4-2. Since the Sens returned to the NHL in '92, there have
Canada’s no stranger to chasing a good time. From backyard bonfires to hockey night hangouts, we know how to kick back. But when it comes to online gaming, it turns out we can learn a thing or two from the Aussies—those sun-kissed experts of “no worries” leisure. Australian-themed
Canada is home to a rich diversity of Indigenous cultures, each with its own unique languages and traditions. However, many Indigenous languages have been endangered due to historical policies, including residential schools and forced assimilation, which severely disrupted the transmission of languages between generations. Today, there is a growing movement
Welcome to this week's Open Mike. I'm Mike and I'll be your master of ceremonies for the day. Feel free to use this space to vent, rant, share a story and/or ask a question of the FOTM hivemind.
Jill Sobule was the singer-songwriter best known for the 1995 single "I Kissed a Girl", and "Supermodel" from the Clueless soundtrack.
For the first time in my life, I cycled > 1000 km in the month of April. In April 2025 I racked up a total of 1143.67 km. #biketo
In this 1683rd episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with award-winning filmmaker Kire Paputts about his career and his latest film Always Had A Nice Time, a vulnerable, painstaking portrayal of people whose stories don’t typically get mainstream attention. This episode is exactly 1:01:44. You can listen
Picture Credit The 2025 NHL Playoffs are bringing no shortage of action, and fans across Canada are finding new ways to stay engaged in every shift of momentum and every referee’s call. While pre-game lines still draw plenty of interest, more bettors are turning to live markets—capitalizing on
In this 1682nd episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with radio veteran Paul Fisher about his years at Rogers Radio, particularly CHFI, and his foray into writing. There are great stories about Don Daynard, Erin Davis, CFTR and more. This episode is exactly 1:48:19. You can listen to
Photo by Andrea Piacquadio from Pexels If you have been diagnosed with sleep apnea, you aren’t alone—and you surely have alternatives. With the appropriate tools, managing sleep apnea is efficient, and empowering. Your sleep quality relies a lot on having the right tools, making it really important to
On Tuesday, I asked FOTM John Michael McGrath to pop on Humble and Fred's podcast to discuss the election results. The Liberals won 169 seats, 3 shy of a majority. During this chat, I heard John Michael McGrath refer to wishcasting. I wishcast all the time! It's forecasting, or making
FOTMs are collecting at Great Lakes Brewery on June 26 for #TMLX19. Great Lakes Brewery is 30 Queen Elizabeth Blvd in south Etobicoke. We'll be there to enjoy fresh craft beer and delicious Palma Pasta from 6-9pm. You should come!
Shopping for auto insurance in Ontario can feel overwhelming, especially when trying to make sense of all the factors that affect your premiums. If you’ve worked with a broker like Acumen Insurance – Trusted Home and Auto Insurance Broker in Ontario, you know they simplify the process by comparing quotes
I know I previously announced that #TMLX18 would be at Great Lakes Brewery on June 26, but that event will now be #TMLX19. It's still happening though, and I'd love to see you at 30 Queen Elizabeth Blvd on June 26, but there is now a TMLX event scheduled for
Your attention is more than just a personal resource in the digital world of today. It's a product. Someone makes money each time you check your phone, browse social media, or click on a notice. What were once innocuous diversions have developed into the cornerstone of a potent economic theory.
For any workout, a tracksuit is necessary. They offer flexibility and are comfy. Wearing a tracksuit allows you to move freely. Stretchy materials are used to make them. A whole range of motion is therefore made possible. Wearing a tracksuit while exercising also keeps your body warm. To avoid straining
Mike Peters was the frontman for The Alarm.
In this 1681st episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Devin Heroux, cross-platform reporter for CBC Sports and News covering the Olympics, Paralympics and beyond, about covering the 2019 Raptors title, Summer McIntosh, Penny Oleksiak, and being an openly gay man covering sports. This episode is exactly 1:45:05.
