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Judge Halts Retailer’s Bid for Former Hudson’s Bay Space at Yorkdale

Judge blocks department store from moving into former HBC space at Yorkdale mall. A proposed plan to open a new retailer in the former Hudson’s Bay space at Yorkdale Shopping Centre has been stopped by an Ontario judge. The decision blocks a deal that would have transferred the large anchor location to a discount-focused department store operator. The court found that the arrangement did not meet the standards required for such a major tenancy change, supporting Yorkdale’s position that the retailer was not an appropriate fit for the mall’s upscale environment. The ruling ends months of dispute over the future of the vacant three-level space and underscores the challenges malls face as they try to repurpose former department store footprints. Yorkdale, known for its luxury brands and high-end positioning, is now expected to pursue alternatives that better align with its long‑term strategy.

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Unprecedented Drone Assault: Ukraine Targets Moscow

In a dramatic escalation of the ongoing conflict, Ukraine launched its largest drone attack on Moscow to date. The early morning assault involved over 90 drones targeting the Russian capital, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. Residential buildings were damaged, fires erupted, and air travel was severely disrupted as flights were suspended at major Moscow airports.

Russian officials reported that air defenses intercepted a significant number of drones, but not before the attack claimed at least one life and injured several others. The assault comes at a critical time, as Ukrainian and U.S. delegations prepare for pivotal peace talks in Saudi Arabia.

This unprecedented strike underscores the intensifying nature of the conflict, with both sides employing advanced technologies in their military strategies. The attack has drawn international attention, raising questions about the potential for escalation and the prospects for a peaceful resolution.

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