1 hour ago China Allows New Coal Plants Through 2027 to Fill Renewable Gaps

China will allow coal-fired power plants to be built through at least 2027, according to new guidelines from the government, which also call on generators to ensure they’re able to meet gaps in supply from intermittent renewables.

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4 h. ago CORRECTION – New Guideline Aims to Transform Obesity Care for Children and Adolescents

First Canadian update in nearly 20 years prioritizes improvements in health and quality of life over weight loss outcomes EDMONTON, Alberta, April 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In a release issued under the same headline on Monday, April 14th by Obesity Canada, please note that the title and link of the clinical practice guideline have been updated. […]

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5 h. ago Deadly Landslide in Indonesia’s Nickel Hub Signals Supply Risk

A deadly landslide at a top nickel-producing hub in Indonesia has heightened scrutiny of a method used to extract the battery metal from low-grade ore, spurring concern among buyers about the future of a vital source of supply.

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11 h. ago Psychedelic drugs are good — really good — for your sex life: Study

Tripping out may be a plus in the bedroom. A study published in the Journal of Sex Research found that psychedelic substances may play a role when it comes to intimacy. Nearly 600 people were surveyed about their sexual experiences — both long-term and short-term — while on psychedelics such as psilocybin mushrooms, LSD, ecstasy […]

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12 h. ago Accused Edmonton drug dealer acquitted after judge finds 'serious breach' of Charter rights by RCMP

An accused drug dealer was found not guilty after a judge tossed evidence over police delays in granting him access to a lawyer and bail.

Culture

13 h. ago Trump vows to explore tariffing the ‘whole electronics supply chain’

'All those products are going to come under semiconductors, and they’re going to have a special focus-type of tariff to make sure that those products get reshored,' said Howard Lutnick

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16 h. ago More funding needed to support Ottawa's overdose prevention strategy: report

Around 207 opioid-related deaths were reported in 2023, a nearly three-fold increase from 2019.

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38 h. ago AHS reports four new central Alberta measles cases; one linked to Edmonton flight

Alberta Health Services has released a public warning after detecting four new measles cases, including one linked to Edmonton International Airport. In a news release Friday evening, AHS said four new cases have been reported in central Alberta, including one person on an Edmonton to Mexico flight on April 2 who may have infected others. […]

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44 h. ago Want stronger coffee with fewer beans? Pour from high up, study says

Canadians may be particularly interested in finding ways to consume more caffeine for less with the rising cost of coffee

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45 h. ago Artificial intelligence, wearable tech can improve safety in stroke rehab: study

Artificial intelligence combined with wearable technology has the potential to improve safety among people recovering from a stroke, suggests a study from researchers, including a team from Simon Fraser University in British Columbia. Gustavo Balbinot, an assistant professor in neurorehabilitation, said the research opens doors for the development of new technologies in stroke rehabilitation. The […]

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57 h. ago ZYUS Life Sciences Corporation Announces Issuance of Bonus Warrants Pursuant to Loan Agreements

NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO UNITED STATES NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES SASKATOON, Saskatchewan — ZYUS Life Sciences Corporation (the “Company”) (TSX-V: ZYUS), a Canadian-based life sciences company focused on the development and commercialization of novel cannabinoid-based pharmaceutical drug candidates for pain management, announces that it has received conditional acceptance from the […]

Politics

61 h. ago Lawsuit alleging Alabama officials illegally harvested inmates’ organs can proceed, judge rules

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — A lawsuit that accuses Alabama prisons of illegally harvesting the organs of people who died while incarcerated will be allowed to proceed, a state judge ruled on Tuesday. The consolidated lawsuits filed by eight families alleges that the Alabama Department of Corrections illegally allowed the University of Alabama at Birmingham to study […]

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61 h. ago Signs of drought in B.C.’s latest snow, water supply bulletin

British Columbia’s overall snowpack increased slightly throughout March, but the average is still sitting at just 79 per cent of what’s considered normal and the province is sounding the alarm about the potential for drought. The latest provincial snow survey and water supply bulletin says the snowpack is higher than April 1, 2024, when the […]

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63 h. ago Canada named the best country in the world to relocate and start fresh

Sometimes you need a change of scenery, and in these trying times, I don't blame anyone for wanting to relocate and start fresh somewhere else. A recent study by Remitly used data from TikTok to figure out where in the world people want to relocate, and Canada took the number one spot.According to the study, Canada blew all the other contenders out of the water, with 16,523 tags on TikTok, making it the most-discussed destination to move to by a long shot.When you think about it, are you really surprised? National parks, crystal blue lakes, incredible restaurants, four wonderful seasons, bustling cities, and being known for being home to some of the friendliest people in the world are just a few things that make Canada so great. Oh, and the Coffee Crisp, ketchup chips, denim-on-denim outfits, bagged milk, and poutine.In second place is Spain. Raking in 9,915 hashtags, this was one of three European countries to crack the list. Not far behind Spain is Australia, with the land down un...

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63 h. ago CEUS Offers Safe, Useful Diagnostic Imaging Option for Pregnant Women

CALGARY, Alberta — Contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) is a safe and accurate diagnostic imaging option for pregnant women who develop a medical problem or a suspicious tumor that typically would be investigated by a contrast enhanced CT or MR scan, according to a new study by Canadian doctors. “CEUS is well tolerated by pregnant patients and […]

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64 h. ago US, EU and Canada Dietary Supplements Regulatory Compliance Training Course (ONLINE EVENT: June 10

DUBLIN — The “Regulatory Compliance for Dietary Supplements in the US, EU and Canada” training has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. A nutraceutical product with quality as good as a pharmaceutical drug is possible when you apply the required GMP norms. Technological feasibility, safety, and cost efficiency are a few things to take into consideration […]

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64 h. ago EU Races to Expand €2 Trillion Trade Network as US Links Sour

The European Union is racing to clinch trade deals with countries around the world in an effort to diversify away from an increasingly protectionist US as officials worry that the transatlantic relationship has been irreversibly damaged.

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65 h. ago US Can Slash Iran Oil Supply and Help Fill the Gap, Wright Says

US sanctions can slash Iran’s oil exports to a quarter of current levels, with shale producers among global suppliers that would help fill the gap, Energy Secretary Chris Wright said.

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67 h. ago ImmunoPrecise Antibodies Highlights Alignment of Proprietary AI

AUSTIN, Texas — ImmunoPrecise Antibodies Ltd. (IPA) (NASDAQ: IPA) a leader in AI-driven biotherapeutics, today announced its strong support for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) recent decision to phase out animal testing requirements for monoclonal antibodies and other pharmaceutical products. The FDA’s announcement marks a significant advancement in regulatory modernization and aligns fully […]

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69 h. ago Predictmedix AI Screening Technology Emerges as Strategic Asset Amid FDA’s Regulatory Shift Away from Animal Testing

TORONTO — Predictmedix AI Inc. (CSE: PMED) (OTC: PMEDF) (FRA: 3QP) (“Predictmedix” or the “Company”), a leading provider in AI-driven health and safety solutions, welcomes the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) groundbreaking move to phase out mandatory animal testing in drug development. As the pharmaceutical and biotech industries pivot toward more ethical and technologically […]

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