71 m. ago What ’Conclave’ the movie got right — and wrong — about real

Speculation surrounding a conclave to elect a pope is a time-honoured tradition. But for the impending conclave following the death of Pope Francis, the ranks of armchair Vatican experts have swelled thanks to Hollywood. “Conclave” the film, a moody 2024 political thriller, introduced many laypeople to the ancient selection process with its arcane rules and […]

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2 h. ago BetterAlt and The Vitamin Shoppe Forge Partnership to Broaden Premium Wellness Selection

Ayurvedic wellness company BetterAlt joins forces with The Vitamin Shoppe to introduce five top-selling products to 689 stores nationwide. This partnership connects BetterAlt’s digital-savvy brand with The Vitamin Shoppe’s health-focused customers, widening the availability of quality Ayurvedic wellness products. Photo Courtesy of BetterAlt NEW YORK, April 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — BetterAlt, a fast-growing health […]

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7 h. ago Erbe introduces VIO® 3n & VIO® seal: Tailored electrosurgical generators for high

TÜBINGEN, Germany — With the introduction of the VIO® 3n, Erbe Elektromedizin GmbH expands its established VIO® 3 family with a new generation of electrosurgical generators, specifically tailored to different medical specialties and procedural requirements. The portfolio is further enhanced by the VIO® seal, the first VIO® generator fully dedicated to bipolar applications. “With the […]

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18 h. ago Even more people will be able to take advantage of Canada's dental care plan next month

More people will be able to apply to the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) next month.Introduced in 2023, the measure aims to help lower dental costs for those earning less than $90,000 annually.According to the government, the dental care plan will help up to nine million uninsured Canadians get the necessary care.Applications are currently open for the coverage period ending June 30 for eligible seniors aged 65 and over, children under 18 and adults with a valid federal Disability Tax Credit certificate for 2023.In May, the CDCP will expand to allow qualified Canadians ages 18 to 64 to apply for coverage.Canadians already covered by the CDCP will need to renew for the 2025-2026 period before June 1 to avoid a potential gap in coverage. To do so, they'll need to have filed their 2024 tax return and received the notice of assessment from the Canada Revenue Agency.Do you qualify for the Canadian Dental Care Plan?You must meet all four of the following requirements t...

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19 h. ago The Curling Group plans to launch professional curling league next spring

The owners of the Grand Slam of Curling series are planning to introduce a professional curling league next season. The Curling Group said Thursday that the “Rock League” will debut in April 2026. The league will feature six global franchise teams competing in a multi-format six-week season. “Rock League is a reflection of The Curling […]

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20 h. ago Déclarations d’introduction au procès des anciens joueurs d’Équipe Canada junior

Le procès s’est ouvert mercredi, mais les jurés ont été renvoyés prématurément.

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21 h. ago Legault government wants to link doctors’ pay to their performance

The offer stipulates that the government wishes to introduce a performance-based principle, linked to relevant clinical performance indicators determined by the Ministry of Health.

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24 h. ago BYDFi Launches DOLO/USDT and INIT/USDT with a $10,000 Prize Pool

VICTORIA, Seychelles, April 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The global crypto exchange BYDFi announced the official listing of Dolomite and Initia tokens, now available for spot trading under the pairs DOLO/USDT and INIT/USDT. To celebrate the launch, BYDFi has introduced a $10,000 prize pool, giving all participants the opportunity to earn rewards by trading. $DOLO: […]

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55 h. ago Tesla Humanoid Robot Plan Hampered by China Rare Earth Curbs

Tesla Inc.’s production of Optimus, a robot that promises to take over household chores, has been disrupted by China’s curbs on rare earth exports, introduced by Beijing earlier this month in an escalating trade war with Washington.

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58 h. ago Toxic invasive plant blooming across Ontario could harm you and your pets

With the spring season now in full swing in Ontario, a striking blue plant is appearing in gardens, lawns, and even wooded areas, and while it may look beautiful, the early spring flower is an invasive species that can be toxic to pets and humans if consumed.Originally native to Russia, Siberian Squill (or Scilla) was first introduced to North America as an ornamental plant. Its vibrant blue-violet flowers and ability to thrive in various conditions made it a favourite among gardeners; however, its ability to spread rapidly negatively impacts other local native plant species.The plant's flowers first appear slightly bell-shaped, and these nodding flowers open to be about one inch wide. Flowers can be identified by their six blue petals with a darker stripe down the middle of each petal, and basal leaves that are grass-like and hairless. Following bloom, green and bumpy seed pods form, turning brown once mature.Photo: Dajra/Shutterstock.comThe cold-hardy plant is one of the ...

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61 h. ago Ontario to boost rural, northern primary, emergency care in agreement with OMA

Ontario is introducing a new program to stabilize physician staffing in rural emergency departments and putting more money toward helping people in underserved communities get access to primary care. The new commitments come out of negotiations between the government and the Ontario Medical Association for a new physician services agreement. Those talks are ongoing for […]

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66 h. ago New cruise departing from Ontario port will visit two breathtaking castles

All aboard! City Cruises Gananoque has launched a brand-new cruise experience, and this one offers views of the beautiful Boldt Castle and Singer Castle.The Ontario cruise line is the oldest in Canada, kicking off its 2025 season with a list of cruises "through the archipelago where Lake Ontario meets the St. Lawrence River, including the newly introduced Two Castle 1000 Islands Cruise departing from Ivy Lea."The City Cruises Gananoque port at Ivy Lea can be found off the 1000 Islands Parkway in the village of Ivy Lea, just under three hours by car from Toronto and 30 minutes by car from Kingston.    View this post on Instagram           A post shared by City Cruises Canada (@citycruisescanada)"Taking a cruise through the 1000 Islands is a must-do experience," says Mory DiMaurizio, Chief Operating Officer of City Cruises Canada. ""By adding the Two Castle cruise to our offerings,...

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2 d. ago This new cafe is introducing mochi doughnuts, Vietnamese egg coffee to Ottawa

Chewy, deep-fried and shaped like bracelets, the donuts come in flavours like ube, matcha and black sesame — and pair well with frothy coffee.

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2 d. ago This new café is introducing mochi doughnuts, Vietnamese egg coffee to Ottawa

Chewy, deep-fried and shaped like bracelets, the donuts come in flavours like ube, matcha and black sesame — and pair well with frothy coffee.

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3 d. ago Motive Introduces AI Coach: The First and Only AI Avatar to Deliver Personalized Driver Coaching Automatically

The new solution delivers high-impact, personalized video feedback at scale – powered by LLMs that dynamically tailor each script to the driver’s needs Organizations with fleets can reduce coaching workloads by up to 100% while improving safety, compliance, and performance with fast, consistent guidance for every driver AUSTIN, Texas — Motive, the AI-powered Integrated […]

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3 d. ago Letters, April 22, 2025: ‘Remember the party that brought this country to immense discomfort’

History lesson One advantage of choosing print over TV news some 40 years ago, because I wanted more than 30-to 90-second sensationalized sound bites, is an improved recall of current and historical events. When Mr. Carney introduced his Soviet-style rental housing plan, strong feelings of deja vu ensued. It stank of the recent Trudeau waste […]

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3 d. ago Calgary candidates ramp up ground game as election nears finish line

'We're still going out every single day, introducing ourselves as much as possible'

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3 d. ago Introducing Rogers Xfinity Multiview: Watch multiple 2025 Stanley Cup Playoff games all on one screen

The best entertainment experience just got betterCustomers can watch two games at once with a free preview of Rogers Xfinity Multiview TORONTO, April 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs heats up, Rogers announced today a preview of Rogers Xfinity Multiview, a new service that gives Canadian […]

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7 d. ago ASUS Introduces Upgraded TUF Gaming A14 for Ultimate Performance

The new A14 combines an ultraportable design with outstanding AI-enhanced performance TORONTO, April 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ASUS today announced an all-new ASUS TUF Gaming A14 equipped with an AMD Ryzen™ AI 7 350 CPU and an NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5060 Laptop GPU. Housed in an incredibly portable and lightweight 14-inch form factor chassis, the TUF […]

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8 d. ago Galderma launches new ALASTIN Restorative Skin Complex with Next Generation TriHex Technology®

ALASTIN by Galderma, a leader in professional grade skincare, unveils its latest innovation clinically proven to help rejuvenate skin ZUG, Switzerland — Galderma Group AG (SWX:GALD), the pure-play dermatology category leader, announced today that ALASTIN, a leader in medical-grade peptide-based regenerative skincare, has officially launched their latest skincare innovation with the introduction of Restorative Skin […]

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