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Kamala Harris: 6 things you never knew about her life in Montreal

Now that President Joe Biden has officially dropped out of the 2024 U.S. election race, all eyes are on his probable successor: Vice-President Kamala Harris, who has both Biden's endorsement as well as enough backing from the Democratic Party to win the nomination, according to an AP survey.

As you rush to learn more about Donald Trump's new contender, you might be surprised to find there's a big connection between the city Montreal and the woman who could become the first female president of the United States, not to mention first Asian American president and first Black woman president.

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Montreal was just ranked among the best cities in Canada — Here's who beat us

When it comes to Montreal's food, festivals and free things to do the scene, there's no denying it's easily one of the best cities in Canada and Travel + Leisure readers would agree.

Travel + Leisure, an online travel publication, dropped its World's Best Awards and when it comes to the best cities in Canada, Montreal managed to make the cut.

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Bath & Body Works Canada 3-wick candles are on sale with so many scents to choose from

Calling all candle lovers! Bath & Body Works Canada is hosting a sale on its popular three-wick candles, and now is the ideal time to stock up.

The Bath & Body Works Canada candle sale will run from July 18 to July 22 with three-wick candles coming in hot at $14.95 a piece. The promotion is valid both in-store and online while supplies last.

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Ex-Habs player P. K. Subban saw Montreal's naked bike ride and his reaction is a total mood

While the Habs may have lost P. K. Subban to the Nashville Predators in 2016, the city of Montreal did not. Now an ESPN analyst, Subban can often be found back in town, posting about Grand Prix events and his favourite poutine joints.

But a recent Montreal-related post by the ex-Canadiens player has taken Instagram by storm. It's a video capturing his surprise encounter with Montreal's World Naked Bike Ride event — and his reaction is a total mood.

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2 Montreal hotels were ranked among the best in Canada

Montreal has much to be proud of after not one, but two hotels in the heart of the city were ranked among the best in all of Canada.

Travel + Leisure dropped its 2024 World's Best Awards covering travel, lifestyle and hospitality across the globe. When it came to the best of the best hotels in Canada, two Montreal spots managed to make the esteemed list.

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2 Montreal universities ranked among the most beautiful in Canada

Now, it's no secret Montreal is known for a few things including poutine, bagels, festivals and of course a top tier terrasse scene but turns out we've taken on a new accolade.

A new study ranking the most beautiful universities in the world dropped and two Montreal schools managed to make the cut.

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Montreal Canadiens' Brendan Gallagher and Emma Fortin shared their official wedding photos

Montreal Canadiens superstar Brendan Gallagher and his wife Emma Fortin tied the knot last weekend, and while the duo shared a few snippets of their big day shortly after, the official photos weren't released until now.

Gallagher and Fortin said their 'I do's' on July 6, 2024, in Montreal at a stunning Victorian-esque venue adorned with white tapestry, decor and lighting fixtures galore.

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Montreal Canadiens' Brendan Gallagher tied the knot and the wedding looked magical (PHOTOS)

Montreal Canadiens star Brendan Gallagher and Emma Fortin have officially tied the knot, and it's safe to say that the wedding was nothing short of magical.

The duo got engaged a year ago this month, after Gallagher dropped down to one knee during a summer trip over to Whistler, British Columbia — the same destination Fortin's parents got engaged.

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Ex-Habs player P.K. Subban loves this Montreal poutine and declared it the city's 'finest'

It's a debate for the ages: where can one find the best poutine in all of Montreal? Whether you value the squeakiest cheese or the richest gravy, no one can seem to agree and every Montrealer has an opinion. Apparently, that includes former Montrealers, too. Even if they happen to be celebrities.

Over the weekend, retired NHL player and current ESPN analyst P. K. Subban, who was on the Montreal Canadiens team from 2009 to 2016, posted a photo of himself at one of the city's poutineries, captioning it: "Montréal’s Finest [...] CRAAAAAAAAAAAAZY POUTINE👀 best in 514!?"

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8 wellness products trending right now and what they're meant to do for your health

As t-shirt weather finally graces Canadians, so does the urge to get active, get outdoors and tackle those health and fitness goals.

Whether you're an avid exerciser or just starting out, it's easy to be overwhelmed by trendy products meant to help you on your journey. You have protein powders, vitamin supplements, pre-workouts, BCAAs and more, all promising performance gains in one form or another. It's daunting!

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