Calling MY LIFE WITH THE WALTER BOYS superfans!

Season Two of MY LIFE WITH THE WALTER BOYS is back this Summer! More on that here. The Calgary Stampede is set to take place next week (July 4 to 13, 2025) and it will be special this year as series stars Nikki Rodriguez, Noah LaLonde, and Ashby Gentry are set to make an appearance! These passes are to attend on July 5th.

We want to take you to the Calgary Stampede for a chance to see them in-person and cheer them on!

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THE SMASHING MACHINE cast members Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt attended the UFC Hall of Fame Induction of combat sport legend Mark Kerr, who Johnson depicts in the film. Blunt portrays Dawn Staples-Kerr, Mark’s first wife. Johnson presented Kerr with the trophy in honor of his induction as the 21st member of the Pioneer Era Wing of the Hall of Fame. The ceremony took place on Thursday, June 26, 2025 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

Other 2025 inductees into the UFC Hall of Fame include Craig Piligian (Emmy Award-winning producer), Israel Adesanya (Former Middleweight Champion), Robbie Lawler (Former Middleweight Champion), Kelvin Gastelum (Former Interim Title Challenger), Amanda Nunes (Former 2-Division Champion), and Vitor Belfort (Former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion and UFC 12 Heavyweight Tournament Winner).
ABOUT MARK KERR:
Mark Kerr, a former NCAA wrestling champion and ADCC Hall of Famer, rose to prominence in MMA by winning back-to-back UFC heavyweight tournaments in 1997. Nicknamed “The Smashing Machine” for his dominant style, Kerr fought in both UFC and PRIDE, earning victories over top-tier opponents during a 12-year career.

ABOUT UFC:
UFC is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 300 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world, while broadcasting to over 950 million households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 70 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram and TikTok: @UFC.

ABOUT THE SMASHING MACHINE:
From filmmaker Benny Safdie and starring Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt, THE SMASHING MACHINE is the story of legendary mixed martial arts & UFC fighter Mark Kerr.

Croatia’s 2025 OSCAR® submission for Best Foreign Language Film BEAUTIFUL EVENING, BEAUTIFUL DAY has arrived on VOD on Prime Video and JustWatchMe.TV.

Synopsis: Four close friends are renowned filmmakers in Yugoslavia in the 1950s, but their sexual orientation raises suspicion. A communist party loyalist is sent to sabotage their lives, turning their pursuit of freedom into a battle for survival.

Screenwriter and Director: Ivona Juka
Cast: Emir Hadžihafizbegović, Elmir Krivalić, Dado Ćosić, Slaven Došlo and Đorđe Galić. Nikolina Žuženić
Director of photography: Dragan Ruljančić
Editors: Nenad Pirnat, Nina Velnić
Music: Michael Brook

Director’s Statement

Growing up with a family member who was never allowed to “come out” and lived in the shadows of his true self, I was inspired to shed light on a dark time in history. Through my extensive research, which included PhD theses on homosexual persecution in communist Yugoslavia, I discovered the remarkable resilience and unwavering strength of those who fought for their right to be different and authentic. Despite the persecution and imprisonment, they never gave up. This film pays tribute to their courage, but it is also about our power of love to conquer hate and a call for acceptance and understanding in our polarized world.

Today, singer-songwriter Alex Warren teams up with global icon ROSÉ to release their highly anticipated collaboration, “On My Mind” – listen here. The song was announced as a surprise track on Warren’s upcoming album You’ll Be Alright, Kid, due out July 18th, pre-order here. Warren started teasing the potential ROSÉ collab on his socials a few weeks ago, and fans have been anxiously awaiting the release ever since. 

“On My Mind” is a swelling love song in Alex Warren’s mastered style of anthemic pop. Produced by Ammo and John Ryan, the record beautifully meshes Warren and ROSÉ’s vocals for a striking listen. The accompanying music video was directed by Colin Tilley – watch here. 

Alongside “On My Mind,” Alex’s new album You’ll Be Alright, Kid will feature all the songs on You’ll Be Alright, Kid (Chapter 1), released last fall, and 11 entirely new tracks. Amongst these new tracks are Warren’s chart-topping, global smash “Ordinary” and “Bloodline (with Jelly Roll)”. The majority of the album is co-written by Alex Warren, Cal Shapiro, Mags Duval and produced by Adam Yaron. While You’ll Be Alright, Kid (Chapter 1) focuses on dealing with grief, You’ll Be Alright, Kid turns the page with healing, resilience, and optimism. 

Warren’s earth-shattering hit, “Ordinary,” was released in February to rave reviews, counting nearly 1 billion streams to date, and topping the charts. The smash hit spends its third week at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and is currently #1 across the Global 200 Ex US, Top 40 Radio, Hot AC Radio, UK Songs Chart and Spotify Global Top 50. “Ordinary” was not only Warren’s first top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100, but it also makes him the first male soloist to earn an initial Hot 100 #1 this year.

“Ordinary” spent 12 consecutive weeks at No. 1 on the UK chart. This marks the longest running No.1 in the UK by a US male solo act in OCC chart history and the longest running No. 1 of the 2020s. It just returned to #1 for its 13th week. In Australia, “Ordinary” at its 13th week is the second song this decade to have the longest continuous run at #1. “Ordinary” has also reached #1 at Top 40 Radio & Hot AC Radio and currently holds the top US radio audience. Warren now tallies over 2.4 billion career streams to date. 

Warren’s previously released singles “Bloodline (with Jelly Roll),” and #1 song “Ordinary,” have seen massive success. “Bloodline” debuted in the Top 10 on the Spotify US Streaming Chart upon and had the highest debut on May 23 on Spotify. With nearly 3 million streams, it is the top song debut in both the US and globally. Directed by B.K. Barone, both Alex and Jelly Roll star in the music video that is set in medieval times – watch here.

Most recently, Warren made his award show debut with a powerful performance at the 2025 American Music Awards – watch here. Earlier this year, Warren also made his late night debut with a performance of “Ordinary” on the Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon – watch here. He also performed the song with Ed Sheeran at a local bar around Coachella – see his Instagram post here.

Warren recently wrapped his first leg of his Cheaper Than Therapy Tour, hitting major cities across Europe and North America. He announced a 15 date extension to additional cities throughout the US, kicking off in August, see routing below. 

You’ll Be Alright, Kid Track List: 

DISC ONE

1.  Eternity 
2.  The Outside 
3.   First Time on Earth
4.   Bloodline (with Jelly Roll)
5.  Never Be Far
6.  Ordinary 
7.  Everything 
8.  Getaway Car 
9. Who I Am
10.  You Can’t Stop This 
11. On My Mind (with ROSÉ) 

DISC TWO 

1. Burning Down
2.  Catch My Breath 
3.  Carry You Home
4.  Troubled Waters
5. Heaven Without You 
6. Before You Leave Me
7. Save You a Seat 
8. Chasing Shadows 
9.  Yard Sale
10.  You’ll Be Alright, Kid

ALEX WARREN – CHEAPER THAN THERAPY TOUR DATES:

Saturday, Aug 9 – San Diego, CA – Frontwave Arena

Thursday, Aug 14 – Honolulu, HI – Waikiki Shell

Monday, Aug 18 – Auckland, NZ – The Civic

Tuesday, Aug 19 – Auckland, NZ – Auckland Town Hall

Thursday, Aug 21- Sydney, NSW – Hordern Pavilion

Friday, Aug 22 – Sydney, NSW – Hordern Pavilion

Saturday, Aug 23 – Brisbane, QLD – Riverstage

Monday, Aug 25 – Melbourne, VIC – Margaret Court Arena

Tuesday, Aug 26 – Adelaide, AUS – Adelaide Entertainment Center

Thursday, Aug 28 – Perth, WA – Perth HPC

Tuesday, Sep 23 – Indianapolis, IN – Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park

Thursday, Sep 25 – Richmond, VA – Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront

Tuesday, Sep 30 – Charlotte, NC – Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre

Wednesday, Oct 01 – Raleigh, NC – Red Hat Amphitheater

Friday, Oct 03 – North Charleston, SC – Firefly Distillery

Saturday, Oct 04 – Jacksonville, FL – Daily’s Place

Sunday, Oct 05 – Orlando, FL – Addition Financial Arena

Wednesday, Oct 08 – Hollywood, FL – Hard Rock Live

Friday, Oct 10 – Rogers, AR – Walmart AMP

Saturday, Oct 11 – Oklahoma City, OK – Zoo Amphitheatre

Sunday, Oct 12 – St. Louis, MO – Chaifetz Arena

Tuesday Oct 14 – Cincinnati, OH – The Andrew J Brady Music Center

Wednesday, Oct 15 – Columbus, OH – KEMBA Live!

Atlantic Records has officially crossed the finish line with the release of F1®THE ALBUM, the supercharged and star-studded musical companion to Apple Original Films’ high-octane, action-packed film F1® THE MOVIE starring Brad Pitt and directed by Joseph Kosinski (Top Gun: Maverick). Today’s release of F1® THE ALBUM, along with the acclaimed score by Hans Zimmer, is celebrated by the premiere of the soundtrack’s triumphant “Don’t Let Me Drown” by GRAMMY® Award-winning global icon Burna Boy out now alongside an official music video filmed on-site at the FORMULA 1 CRYPTO.COM MIAMI GRAND PRIX 2025. Watch HERE:

Burna Boy will release his eagerly awaited eighth studio album No Sign Of Weakness on July 11. and will celebrate with an epic North American headline tour launching in November.

Further F1® THE ALBUM highlights include new unreleased tracks from an exhilarating lineup of superstar artists including RAYE, Madison Beer, PAWSA, Mr Eazi, Darkoo and OBONGJAYAR. F1® THE ALBUM is now available globally at all retailers and streaming services in conjunction with today’s theatrical release of the critically acclaimed feature film, distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures.

In celebration of the film’s opening weekend, the Cinematic Edition of F1®THE ALBUM bundles the official soundtrack with the film’s electrifying score, brought to life by the legendary Hans Zimmer, and his co-composer Steve Mazzaro, with whom director Joseph Kosinski and producer Jerry Bruckheimer most recently collaborated with on Top Gun: Maverick. Anchored in a memorable theme that resonates through the film in both orchestral and electronic forms, the F1® THE MOVIE score blends man and machine to create a score that captures the roar of the car and the crowd. This marks the thirteenth collaboration for Zimmer and Bruckheimer, in a longstanding partnership that began with Bruckheimer’s first racing film, Days of Thunder.

The race towards F1® THE ALBUM began last month with an unprecedented global campaign which kicked off with an exclusive Rolling Stone artist reveal, the debut of the soundtrack’s revved-up first single and video from Don Toliver and Doja Cat, and an immersive launch event at the FORMULA 1 CRYPTO.COM MIAMI GRAND PRIX 2025. Held within a private VIP Paddock, the activation brought the film’s fictional racing team, APXGP, to life inside a recreated garage just steps from the actual FORMULA 1 team garages. Pass holders and talent including Dom Dolla, ROSÉ, Don Toliver, Burna Boy, Roddy Ricch, Myke Towers, Tiësto and Sexyy Red experienced racing simulators, movie memorabilia, interactive games, and an exclusive preview of the album. Tiësto also made FORMULA 1 history when he became the first artist ever to deliver headline performances from the bridge over the grid moments before the formation lap and from the podium after the race, marking an unforgettable Grand Prix weekend.

Following the Miami launch, the soundtrack rolled out weekly singles from a powerhouse roster of talent. ROSÉ’s “Messy” featuring exclusive film footage was followed by Dom Dolla’s cinematic “No Room For A Saint (feat. Nathan Nicholson),” which preceded other standout releases, “Baja California” from Myke Towers, “Bad As I Used To Be” from Chris Stapleton, and the chart-topping “Just Keep Watching” from Tate McRae. Collaborations like Tiësto and Sexyy Red’s “OMG!”, Ed Sheeran’s all-star track “Drive” and most recently, Peggy Gou’s D.A.N.C.E. have also helped push F1® THE ALBUM past 300 million global streams, fueling anticipation for F1® THE MOVIE and solidifying the soundtrack as a cultural force in its own right.

From the label that brought you the award-winning, blockbuster soundtracks Barbie The Album, Twisters: The Album, The Greatest Showman, Suicide Squad and more, F1® THE ALBUM was produced and overseen by multi-GRAMMY® Award Winner, 7x GRAMMY® Award nominee, and Atlantic Records West Coast President, Kevin Weaver. Music Supervisors for the Film include Head of Music for Apple Original Films, David Taylor, and Jake Voulgarides. Atlantic Records’ EVP and Co-Head of Pop/Rock A&R, Brandon Davis and Atlantic Records’ SVP A&R/Marketing, Joseph Khoury also served as soundtrack album producers. Additional key players involved in the project include Soundtrack Album Executive Producers Joseph Kosinski and Jerry Bruckheimer.

ABOUT BURNA BOY:

GRAMMY® Award-winning global superstar Burna Boy is among the most significant and groundbreaking African artists in music history, a landmark cultural figure hailed worldwide for his trademark union of Afrobeats, pop, R&B, hip-hop, reggae, and an all-encompassing range of other musical approaches. The first African artist to have two albums earn over 1B streams on Spotify, Burna Boy has released seven studio albums and has racked up a truly extraordinary list of accomplishments and accolades, including 11 total GRAMMY® Award nominations, 4 BET Awards for “Best International Act” (the first African artist to win the award three consecutive times), a 2023 Billboard Music Award for “Top Afrobeats Artist,” and countless nominations spanning nods for American Music Awards, Brit Awards, MTV Europe Music Awards, iHeartRadio Music Awards, BET Awards, BET Hip-Hop Awards, NAACP Image Awards, Soul Train Awards, MOBO Awards, and many more. Burna Boy is known around the globe for his explosive, show-stopping live performances, including countless sold-out shows and milestone festival appearances. Now, with his eighth studio album, No Sign Of Weakness, arriving Friday, July 11 via Spaceship/Bad Habit/Atlantic Records, as well as an epic North American headline tour getting gets underway on November 12 at Morrison, CO’s famed Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Burna Boy shows no signs of stopping his truly titanic rise to the forefront of the world stage as this generation’s leading ambassador for African music in the 21st century.

ABOUT HANS ZIMMER

Hans Zimmer has scored more than 500 projects across all mediums, which combined have grossed over $28 billion at the worldwide box office. He has been honored with two Academy Awards®, three Golden Globes®, five Grammys®, an American Music Award and a Tony® Award.

Zimmer’s career highlights include “Dune: Part One,” “Top Gun: Maverick,” “No Time to Die,” “Gladiator,” “The Thin Red Line,” “As Good as It Gets,” “Rain Man,” “The Dark Knight” trilogy, “Inception,” “Thelma & Louise,” “The Last Samurai,” “12 Years a Slave,” “Blade Runner 2049” (co-scored with Benjamin Wallfisch), and “Dunkirk.” He also scored David Attenborough’s “Prehistoric Planet” and Denis Villeneuve’s “Dune: Part Two,” the follow-up to his Academy Award®-winning score for “Dune: Part One.”

Zimmer most recently created the score for Steve McQueen’s “Blitz,” which premiered at the BFI London Film Festival. Starring Saoirse Ronan and Harris Dickinson, the film was released in theaters on November 1, 2024.

His concert film “Hans Zimmer & Friends: Diamond in the Desert” was released in cinemas worldwide on March 19. It features live performances of Zimmer’s most revered compositions, as well as conversations with his closest collaborators, including Billie Eilish, Sir Christopher Nolan, Denis Villeneuve, Finneas, Jerry Bruckheimer, Johnny Marr, Pharrell Williams, Tanya Lapointe, Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya.

Beyond his award-winning compositions, Zimmer is a remarkably successful touring artist. He recently concluded his first North American “Hans Zimmer Live” tour, following a second run in Europe. He has also performed in the Middle East, including two consecutive nights at Dubai’s renowned Coca-Cola Arena, as well as at Formula 1’s Singapore Grand Prix.

ABOUT F1® THE MOVIE:

From Apple Studios and the filmmakers of Top Gun: Maverick comes the high-octane, action-packed feature film F1® THE MOVIE, starring Brad Pitt and directed by Joseph Kosinski. The film is produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, Kosinski, seven-time FORMULA 1® world champion Lewis Hamilton, Pitt, Dede Gardner, Jeremy Kleiner, and Chad Oman.

Dubbed “the greatest that never was,” Sonny Hayes (Brad Pitt) was FORMULA 1’s most promising phenom of the 1990s until an accident on the track nearly ended his career. Thirty years later, he’s a nomadic racer-for-hire when he’s approached by his former teammate Ruben Cervantes (Javier Bardem), owner of a struggling FORMULA 1 team that is on the verge of collapse. Ruben convinces Sonny to come back to FORMULA 1 for one last shot at saving the team and being the best in the world. He’ll drive alongside Joshua Pearce (Damson Idris), the team’s hotshot rookie, intent on setting his own pace. But as the engines roar, Sonny’s past catches up with him and he finds that in FORMULA 1, your teammate is your fiercest competition—and the road to redemption is not something you can travel alone.

F1® THE MOVIE also stars Damson Idris, Kerry Condon, Tobias Menzies, Kim Bodnia, and Javier Bardem, and was shot during actual Grand Prix weekends as the team competes against the titans of the sport. Kosinski directs from a screenplay by Ehren Kruger, story by Kosinski & Kruger. The film is executive produced by Daniel Lupi. Collaborating with Kosinski behind the scenes are his creative team, including director of photography Claudio Miranda, production designers Mark Tildesley and Ben Munro, editor Stephen Mirrione, costume designer Julian Day, casting director Lucy Bevan, and composer Hans Zimmer.

Apple Original Films Presents a Monolith Pictures / Jerry Bruckheimer / Plan B Entertainment / Dawn Apollo Films Production, A Film by Joseph Kosinski, F1® THE MOVIE, distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, in theaters and IMAX nationwide on June 27, 2025, and internationally beginning June 25, 2025.

Fresh off the success of her viral freestyle “Yitty on Yo Tittys” multi-platinum, Grammy and Emmy Award–winning artist Lizzo drops a surprise new rap mixtape, My Face Hurts From Smiling, out now via Atlantic Records. The 13-track mixtape continues a fearless new chapter, showcasing her evolution as a songwriter and artist, fusing sharp lyricism, humor, and hard-earned independence into a sound that feels both fresh and unmistakably Lizzo. It’s a vibrant, no-holds-barred reintroduction that sets the tone for summer and solidifies Lizzo’s place in hip-hop. Listen to My Face Hurts From Smiling HERE.

The project opens with the song “Crashout,” in Lizzo’s signature tone, with a bold delivery and undeniable confidence. Anchored by the line “They just mad ’cause I got motion like a roller coaster,” the track is a reflection of her ability to shrug off the noise, blending confidence and wit with ease. Fun and unapologetic, it arrives just in time for summer with a chant-like hook “We outside, hoe” that’s already making waves on social media and becoming a standout from the project.

Also featured is “Still Can’t Fuh,” a collaboration with Doja Cat that Lizzo recently teased on TikTok. The track pairs sharp, self-assured verses with a driving beat, spotlighting the two artists and their refusal to be defined by expectations. Another standout, “IRL” featuring SZA, delivers a vibey, dance-forward moment that Lizzo first previewed on Instagram last week. The two have effortless chemistry, with Lizzo’s commanding delivery paired with SZA’s signature blend of melodic vocals and rap-inflected verses.

The mixtape also includes the viral “Yitty on Yo Tittys (Freestyle),” first teased over Memorial Day weekend. Named after Lizzo’s inclusive shapewear brand, the track is a raw and rhythm-forward reminder of Lizzo’s roots in freestyle and performance.

With My Face Hurts From Smiling, Lizzo leans into her versatility as a writer, rapper, and performer. While she’s best known for her chart-topping pop hits and feel-good anthems, Lizzo’s no stranger to rap, and it has always been part of her sound. This project taps back into those roots, blending hip-hop, R&B, and alternative vibes, all while keeping her signature style and voice at the forefront.

My Face Hurts From Smiling is out now on all streaming platforms HERE.

My Face Hurts From Smiling – Tracklist:

Crashout

Yitty on Yo Tittys (Freestyle)

Just 4 Fun

Gotcho Bitch

Still Can’t Fuh (feat. Doja Cat)

New Mistakes

Bend It Ova

Left Right

Droppin’ On It

Summa Shit

IRL (feat. SZA)

Cut Em Off

Ditto

ABOUT LIZZO

There’s nobody like Lizzo. The four-time GRAMMY® Award-winning, Emmy Award-winning superstar singer, songwriter, rapper, and actress has left an indelible and incomparable mark on popular culture. She has garnered numerous accolades, notched two Hot 100 #1 smashes, earned dozens of gold, platinum, and multi-platinum certifications, packed arenas worldwide, and shined in blockbuster films. Lizzo notably made history in 2023 when she emerged as “the first black woman to receive ‘Record of the Year’ at the GRAMMY® Awards since 1994” for the 2x-Platinum “About Damn Time.” Prior, she shook the charts with the 9x-Platinum “Truth Hurts.” It enshrined her as both “the third female rapper to top the Hot 100 without a featured artist” and “the first black solo female R&B singer to claim the top spot since 2012.” It dominated the Hot 100 for seven weeks, becoming “the longest running #1 by a solo female rap artist ever.” Rolling Stone hailed it as one of the “500 Greatest Songs Of All Time.” She has appeared on a myriad of television shows, including Saturday Night Live, TODAY, Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen, Jimmy Kimmel LIVE!, CBS Sunday Morning, and more. Not to mention, she headlined her own HBO special Lizzo: Live In Concert, capturing her sold-out show at Kia Forum in Los Angeles. Along the way, her presence could be felt at the box office and on streaming networks, spanning roles in the animated UglyDolls and Hustlers in addition to producing and starring in the #1 Multi-Emmy Award Winning, Prime Reality TV show: Watch Out For the Big Grrrls. She joined forces with Fabletics for her own shapewear line, Yitty, inclusive of plus-sized body types. However, she returns in 2025 with her raucous and rollicking song “Love In Real Life” and fifth full-length LP of the same name.

On Wednesday, July 9, 2025 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., an intimate corner of Toronto’s Little Italy will come alive with conversation, cocktails, and the energy of people gathering with purpose. This month’s edition will be held at Ficoa, a Neo-Latin restaurant on College Street. The event marks the next edition of The Mother of All Talks — a free-to-attend keynote talk hosted by Valley of Mother of God Gin, in collaboration with San Pellegrino.

The theme of the evening is “Family & Food,” a pairing as natural and essential as the two elements themselves. Guests will be welcomed with a Valley of Mother of God cocktail for $5 along with complimentary small bites. After the talk, guests are invited to extend the night with an exclusive four-course prix fixe dinner for $65, where the conversation can continue over a shared meal.

Space is limited. RSVP HERE.

Mother of All Talks is like Ted Talks with cocktails–built on a monthly theme. This month, speakers will deep dive into the theme of food and family. Attendees can expect riveting talks about the relationships, rituals, and recipes that define how we eat and who we are. This month’s speakers will share their deeply personal, timely stories shaped by lived experience. If anyone knows about the intricate relationship between food and family, it’s these three powerhouse women who are revered in their respective industries.

Cristina Carpio is a prominent media personality, restaurant advocate, and editor-in-chief of Evolve Magazine. Her career spans across restaurant development, international culinary events, television hosting, and public advocacy. Having launched multiple high-end restaurants in the GTA and produced for CTV Morning Live, Carpio brings an unmatched lens to food as both cultural currency and emotional language.

Chef Martine Bauer is co-founder of the award-winning Pompette group (Vinoteca Pompette, Bar Pompette and Bakery Pompette). Born in Mauritius and trained in Paris, Bauer cooked at Matignon, the official residence of the French Prime Minister, before going on to co-lead one of Toronto’s most respected culinary teams. Her story weaves together tradition, migration, and creativity—all through the lens of French cuisine and local farming.

Patricia Toro, serial restaurateur, is the owner of Ficoa. Toro’s culinary point of view is rooted in her Ecuadorian heritage and decades of experience in food and hospitality. At Ficoa, she brings together a love of nutrition, elegance, and community. She believes food is an extension of home, and a bridge between generations.

The Mother of All Talks was created as a way to gather people—not around trends, but around truth. The series runs monthly, each session shaped by a new theme, a new trio of speakers, and a shared belief in the power of storytelling. With support from Valley of Mother of God Gin, the event also showcases the brand’s clean, Ontario-distilled spirit in custom cocktails designed for the evening.
More than a talk, this is about building community—with time set aside after the event for guests to meet the speakers, spark conversation, and carry the night forward together.

Details:
Where: Ficoa, 585 College St., Toronto
When: Wednesday, July 9 | 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Cost: Free to attend | $5 cocktails & complimentary small bites
Optional: Exclusive prix fixe dinner available for purchase following the event
How: Guests can RSVP through the Eventbrite HERE. Space is limited

A new Metrolinx GO Station at Woodbine Racetrack will anchor one of Canada’s most ambitious urban developments — a vibrant, transit-connected urban centre in northwest Toronto that will deliver tens of thousands of new homes, jobs, and economic opportunities. Centered around the historic racetrack, the project will also create new revenue streams to support horse racing, a sport with a 250-year history in Canada.

Situated on 684 acres of land — the largest undeveloped parcel of land remaining in the City of Toronto — the project will bring new life to Rexdale through smart, sustainable design, all anchored by the world-class racetrack and Canada’s longest continuously run sporting event, the King’s Plate.

“This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to create something truly special for Toronto,” said Michael Copeland, CEO, Woodbine Entertainment. “At the heart of this new urban centre will be Woodbine Racetrack, a cultural landmark that will now also serve as the centrepiece of a thriving, inclusive and connected city within a city.”

The project will be unlocked by Woodbine Entertainment’s committed partnership with Metrolinx and $170 million investment towards the new GO Transit station on the Kitchener Line. The station will be less than 30 minutes from Union Station and will seamlessly connect with UP Express and Pearson International Airport, making Rexdale a transit hub for the first time in its history and unlocking new economic opportunities for surrounding communities.

The new urban centre will take shape over the next 25 years, supporting an estimated 43,000 construction jobs — helping address housing affordability and employment needs in one of Toronto’s most underserved areas.

The development will include affordable housing, including new accommodations to replace the existing dormitories for backstretch workers who care for the 1,700 horses stabled at Woodbine, further weaving the legacy and future of horse racing into the fabric of the community.

Woodbine Entertainment, which operates like a not-for-profit corporation, will develop and retain ownership of the land and explore strategic joint ventures to generate ongoing revenue that will continue to support horse racing in Ontario. But for residents and visitors, the promise of the project is about much more.

“This isn’t just about building housing. It’s about creating a complete community, a connected urban centre, with culture, entertainment, green space and horse racing at the heart of it all,” added Copeland. “On behalf of Woodbine Entertainment, I want to sincerely thank Premier Ford and the Government of Ontario, including Minister Sarkaria, Minister Surma, and their dedicated teams, as well as Mayor Chow, Councillor Crisanti and City of Toronto staff for helping bring this bold vision to life.”

About Woodbine Entertainment

Woodbine Entertainment is Canada’s largest horse racing operator, offering premier Thoroughbred racing at Woodbine Racetrack in Toronto and Standardbred racing at Woodbine Mohawk Park in Milton. We also own and operate HPIbet, the country’s only dedicated horse racing wagering platform. Home to iconic events like The King’s Plate, the Pepsi North America Cup and multiple Breeders’ Cup Challenge Series races, our venues host some of the sport’s most prestigious moments. As an organization that operates like a not-for-profit without share capital, Woodbine reinvests all profits into the horse racing industry, supporting upwards of 25,000 jobs across Ontario and helping secure a sustainable future for the sport.

Stay up to date on all the news and information for Woodbine Racetrack by bookmarking and following our websites and social feeds.

Website: Woodbine.com
​X (Woodbine Racetrack): @WoodbineTB
​X (Woodbine Communications): @WoodbineComms
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​YouTube: youtube.com/WoodbineReplays

This summer, Prime Video invites fans to step into the pages of their favorite stories at Prime Video’s Once Upon a Stream Toronto Pop-Up —a one-day immersive experience at Mandy’s at The Well celebrating the book-to-screen adaptations we can’t stop talking about.

Whether you’re craving a slow-burn summer romance, a pulse-pounding mystery, or a swoon-worthy main character with serious golden retriever energy, Prime Video has your next obsession—and a guaranteed HEA—waiting.

At the pop-up, BookTok fans and Kindle lovers alike can customize their Kindle cases with exclusive, limited-edition stickers and accessories inspired by popular adaptations including:

The Summer I Turned Pretty (Season 3)

We Were Liars

The Culpables series

Maxton Hall (Season 2)

Plus, don’t miss the interactive photo experience, designed to immerse you in the worlds of Prime Video’s most talked-about summer releases.

From fan art to fan service, this is where your shelf meets the screen—live and in colour.

What: Prime Video’s Once Upon a Stream – Book-to-Screen Toronto Pop-Up

When: July 19, 2025 – 1:00 pm – 5:00pm ET

Where: Mandy’s at The Well, 437 Wellington St W UG-05, Toronto, ON M5V 1E7

Admission: FREE!

THE STRANGERS: CHAPTER 2 is in theatres September 26, 2025 via Cineplex Pictures. Today we get a look at the new Trailer!

Directed by: Renny Harlin
Written by: Alan R. Cohen & Alan Freedland
Based on Characters Created by: Bryan Bertino
Produced by: Courtney Solomon, p.g.a., Mark Canton, p.g.a., Christopher Milburn, Charlie Dombek, Gary Raskin, Alastair Burlingham
Cast: Madelaine Petsch, Gabriel Basso, Ema Horvath
Synopsis: The chilling next chapter of The Strangers franchise.

About Cineplex Pictures
Cineplex Pictures, a division of Cineplex, is a distributor of a wide range of films. Recent titles include Ballerina, Flight Risk, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, The Strangers: Chapter 1, The Queen of My Dreams, The Boy and the Heron, The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes, SAW X, and John Wick: Chapter 4.