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Toronto Sun
a day ago
- Sport
- Toronto Sun
Sceptres re-sign defender Kali Flanagan to one-year extension
Published Jun 19, 2025 • 1 minute read Toronto Sceptres defender Kali Flanagan (6) passes the puck as Minnesota Frost forward Kendall Coyne Schofield (26) defends against her in the first period of a PWHL hockey playoff game Sunday, May 11, 2025, in St. Paul, Minn. Photo by Bruce Kluckhohn / AP The Toronto Sceptres have signed defender Kali Flanagan to a one-year contract extension, the Professional Women's Hockey League team announced Thursday. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account The 29-year-old from Burlington, Mass., had three goals and four assists in 30 games with the Sceptres this past season and was second on the team in ice time with over 647 minutes played. Flanagan was selected by Toronto in the sixth round, 35th overall, in the inaugural PWHL Draft. Read More She had six points (three goals, three assists) during the inaugural season and was the only player to play the full 24 games without taking more than one penalty. Flanagan is the fourth player to re-sign with Toronto this off-season alongside forwards Jesse Compher, Maggie Connors and 2024 MVP Natalie Spooner. The PWHL draft is June 24 in Ottawa. RECOMMENDED VIDEO News MMA NHL Editorial Cartoons Soccer
Winnipeg Free Press
a day ago
- Sport
- Winnipeg Free Press
Toronto Sceptres re-sign defender Kali Flanagan to one-year extension
The Toronto Sceptres have signed defender Kali Flanagan to a one-year contract extension, the Professional Women's Hockey League team announced Thursday. The 29-year-old from Burlington, Mass., had three goals and four assists in 30 games with the Sceptres this past season and was second on the team in time on ice with over 647 minutes played. Flanagan was selected by Toronto in the sixth round, 35th overall, in the inaugural PWHL Draft. She had six points (three goals, three assists) during the inaugural season and was the only player to play the full 24 games without taking more than one penalty. Flanagan is the fourth player to re-sign with Toronto this off-season alongside forwards Jesse Compher, Maggie Connors and 2024 MVP Natalie Spooner. Thursdays Keep up to date on sports with Mike McIntyre's weekly newsletter. The PWHL draft is June 24 in Ottawa. This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 19, 2025.
Cision Canada
2 days ago
- Business
- Cision Canada
Fraser Institute News Release: Ottawa has spent nearly $18 billion settling Indigenous 'specific claims' since 2015
CALGARY, AB, June 19, 2025 /CNW/ - Since 2015, the federal government has paid nearly $18 billion settling an increasing number of 'specific claims' by First Nations, including more than $7 billion last year alone, finds a new study released today by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian public policy think tank. "Specific claims are for past treaty breaches, and as such, their number should be finite. But instead of declining over time, the number of claims keeps growing as lucrative settlements are reached, which in turn prompts even more claims," said Tom Flanagan, Fraser Institute senior fellow, professor emeritus of political science at the University of Calgary and author of Specific Claims—an Out-of-Control Program. The study reveals details about "specific claims," which began in 1974 and are filed by First Nations who claim that Canadian governments—past or present—violated the Indian Act or historic treaty agreements, such as when governments purchased reserve land for railway lines or hydro projects. Most "specific claims" date back 100 years or more. Specific claims are contrasted with comprehensive claims, which arise from the absence of a treaty. Crucially, the number of specific claims and the value of the settlement paid out have increased dramatically since 2015. In 2015/16, 11 'specific claims' were filed with the federal government, and the total value of the settlements was $27 million (in 2024 dollars, to adjust for inflation). The number of claims increased virtually every year since so that by 2024/25, 69 'specific claims' were filed, and the value of the settlements in 2024/25 was $7.061 billion. All told, from 2015/16 to 2024/25, the value of all 'specific claims' settlements was $17.9 billion (inflation adjusted). "First Nations have had 50 years to study their history, looking for violations of treaty and legislation. That is more than enough time for the discovery of legitimate grievances," Flanagan said. "Ottawa should set a deadline for filing specific claims so that the government and First Nations leaders can focus instead on programs that would do more to improve the living standards and prosperity for both current and future Indigenous peoples." The Fraser Institute is an independent Canadian public policy research and educational organization with offices in Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, Halifax, and Montreal and ties to a global network of think-tanks in 87 countries. Its mission is to improve the quality of life for Canadians, their families and future generations by studying, measuring and broadly communicating the effects of government policies, entrepreneurship and choice on their well-being. To protect the Institute's independence, it does not accept grants from governments or contracts for research. Visit
The Journal
2 days ago
- The Journal
Court rules three Limerick houses tied to son of organised crime figure are proceeds of crime
THE HIGH COURT has ruled that three houses associated with the son of slain Limerick organise crime figure Kieran Keane Sr are the proceeds of crime, as are three cars and over €100K frozen by the Criminal Assets Bureau (CAB). Having accepted garda evidence that Kieran Keane Jnr was a 'driving force' in organised crime, the High Court today appointed receivers to two of the three houses, the cars and €101,000 in an AIB account. The property and bank account were allegedly used by the respondents Kieran Keane Jnr, who is believed to be in Dubai or Spain, and his girlfriend, Laura Flanagan, with an address in Garryowen, Co Limerick. The court found that Keane Jnr had no recognisable source of income and that Flanagan had been saving her social welfare for a period. Keane Jr is the son of Limerick feud gangster Kieran Keane Sr, who was murdered in January 2003, and the nephew of convicted drug-dealer Christy Keane. Mr Justice Alexander Owens said that an application for receivership over a Garryowen home occupied by Flanagan and her family would have to be brought by CAB at the next sitting. The judge said any application for a stay would be considered at that time. Shelley Horan BL, for CAB, told the court that a forensic analysis of the bank account used by Keane Jr and Flanagan revealed trips to Lithuania for cosmetic surgery, travel to Spain, the UK, Dubai and also to Lapland within the period of 2010 to 2019. At the High Court today, Mr Justice Owens found that three Limerick properties that Keane enjoyed the benefit of but had no title on, were the proceeds of crime. Horan had told the judge that 'absolutely nothing is offered for the source of funds for the seven assets subject to this case'. Refurbishment costs Horan said a financial analyst at CAB estimated that one of the three Limerick properties had undergone approximately €289,000 in refurbishments which could not be accounted for. Mr Justice Owens ruled that three cars, an Audi A4 – since sold by CAB – a Skoda Octavia and a VW Amarok were also the proceeds of crime and had been used by Keane Jr. Mr Justice Owens said that, regarding the AIB account, it appeared that they were 'living on fresh air' due to a lack of bank records for everyday regular expenditure. Advertisement The judge said that if Keane was in Dubai for a number of years then he must have money to pay his bills there because otherwise the respondent would be in jail. The judge said he would take into consideration that it would be 'clearly disruptive' to remove Flanagan and her family from their home in Garryowen. Mr Justice Owens said that Keane Jr had lived outside of the jurisdiction for a number of years without any apparent present intention to return, but he 'envisaged' Keane Jr would do so in the future as his partner and children are living here. The judge said he was satisfied from a 'comprehensive' investigation by CAB that all three Garryowen properties were 'derived from the proceeds of crime' acquired in 'cash under the table deals'. The judge said of a separate, fourth property, not involved in the High Court proceedings and since sold by the couple that 'one cannot see where the money for that came from'. The judge said that an accounting analyst at CAB reported that property was bought as a 'shell' after being burned out and that €180K was spent on renovations. 'One can see from the photos it is anything but a shell. It was totally renovated and sold off,' said the judge. Mr Justice Owens said that it had been contended by Keane Jr that the money in the AIB account was from, among other things, the sale of motor cars from his garage but that the firm never made any tax returns. 'It is impossible to see any legitimate source for the working capital,' he said. Mr Justice Owens said that a lifestyle analysis carried out by CAB made it 'clear' that Keane Jr did not have the money to purchase the cars. The judge said he accepted CAB officers' belief evidence on affidavit that Keane Jr had allegedly associated with a number of known criminals and that he was an alleged 'driving force' in organised crime. 'It is likely that this criminal organisation is the source of funds used for all of these properties,' said the judge. Mr Justice Owens awarded costs solely against Keane Jr and noted that neither Keane Jr nor Flanagan were on free legal aid. Readers like you are keeping these stories free for everyone... A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation. Learn More Support The Journal
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Clayface writer reveals he was inspired by one of DC's most iconic animated series: "That two-parter knocked me out"
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Horror writer and director Mike Flanagan just revealed some exciting details about his vision for DC Studios' upcoming Clayface movie. Although his script is being rewritten and the project is out of his hands, Flanagan got fans excited by revealing his main influence while writing – the two-part episode Feat of Clay from the beloved animated show Batman: The Animated Series. "Of course it was. I mean that is the perfect [story]," Flanagan told ComicBook when asked about his inspirations. "Feat of Clay, Ron Perlman, to me, that's it. That two-parter knocked me out. The short answer is that is absolutely what inspired my script. That is the world I wanted to live in. Batman: The Animated Series when I was growing up was my Batman. As much as [Michael] Keaton was my Batman, The Animated Series really was my Batman." Feat of Clay is a two-part story included in season 1 of Batman: The Animated Series (episodes 4 and 5) in 1992, and follows the origins of Clayface. First featured in the DC comics in June 1940, the story follows actor Matt Hagen as he turns to a life of crime after suffering a tragic accident and taking on the personality of one of his horror roles through an experiment. He is made from a strange, clay-like substance. Best known for his work in hit series like The Haunting of Hill House and Midnight Mass, Flanagan's version of Clayface was said to be leaning more into the character's horror aspects, but it's hard to say at this point how much of that will remain. "I don't know what they're doing with Clayface," he clarified. "I'm not directing it, and that filmmaker will need to make it their own," Flanagan continued, "I know that they're doing work on the script. I'm off doing other things now, I really hope it remains true to the spirit of what I wanted it to be. But it's not my movie, so I'll be in the audience with you, anxious to see how it comes out." Last month, DC Studios announced that Drive screenwriter Hossein Amini would be rewriting Flanagan's script, which came as a shock since fans were excited to have horror legend Flanagan writing the script after he pitched the idea via Twitter way back in 2023. The film is still scheduled to begin production in October in the UK. Clayface is set to be released on September 11, 2026, as part of DCU Chapter One: Gods and Monsters. For more, see our guide on how to watch DC movies in order, or keep up with upcoming DC movies and shows.
