15 h. ago Yearslong shortage of Ozempic and Wegovy in U.S. resolved, FDA says

Shortages of Ozempic and Wegovy that have been in place for more than two years have been resolved, as supplies of the popular diabetes and obesity treatments continue to improve, federal regulators said Friday. The drugmaker Novo Nordisk can meet present and future demand in the U.S., the Food and Drug Administration said. But patients […]

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16 h. ago Constant wintry weather has Ontario snow contractors scrambling for salt

There has been one constant in Ontario this winter: a non-stop amount of snow that has left those responsible for clearing roads scrambling to keep up.

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36 h. ago Deal reached to keep dozens of sexual health clinics open another year, B.C. group says

In December, Options for Sexual Health warned that it was facing a major funding shortage, and could have been forced to close all but five clinics by April.

Science

41 h. ago NTT DATA Launches Smart AI Agent™ to Accelerate Generative AI Adoption and Drive $2 Billion in Revenue by 2027

Next-generation AI tool will enhance operational efficiency, address global talent shortages, and empower businesses with smarter automation. TOKYO — NTT DATA, a global digital business and IT services leader, today announced the international launch of its next-generation Smart AI Agent™. This advanced AI tool is a cornerstone of the company’s strategy to accelerate the adoption […]

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3 d. ago National Compensation Guide Offers Strategic Insights for Bio

OTTAWA, Ontario — In an era where rising costs of living and talent shortages are putting pressure on bioscience employers, offering competitive compensation has never been more critical. BioTalent Canada released today the 2024-25 National Compensation Guide, providing bioscience employers with the latest salary, benefits, and compensation insights to help them recruit and retain top […]

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3 d. ago From farms to bakeries, egg shortages and price hikes are challenging small businesses

NEW YORK (AP) — Small business owners that rely on eggs for their products are facing sticker shock because the usually reliable staple is in short supply. Avian flu is forcing farmers to slaughter millions of chickens a month, causing U.S. egg prices to skyrocket. The average price of a dozen Grade A eggs in […]

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3 d. ago Tough grip: Nova Scotians struggle to find salt or sand after icy winter storm

Signs that say “no salt, no sand” can be seen at many hardware stores, and sellers on Facebook Marketplace are selling bags of salt at inflated prices.

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3 d. ago Opinion: Attracting more workers to residential construction begins with skill recognition

As every renter and would-be homebuyer knows, Alberta has a housing shortage — and to keep homes relatively affordable, it needs to build more of them, fast. Governments at all levels are working to make this possible. The Alberta government is doing its part through the 10-year Stronger Foundations affordable housing strategy. Municipal governments are […]

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4 d. ago Like Poilievre, Freeland pitching housing plan that would limit immigration

OTTAWA — Liberal leadership candidate Chrystia Freeland’s plan to fix the housing shortage would tie the number of newcomers Canada admits to housing availability. The former finance minister made the promise in a 10-point policy document her campaign issued Monday morning. Freeland said the move would slow down population growth until housing affordability stabilizes. Conservative […]

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4 d. ago Like Poilievre, Freeland is pitching a housing plan that would limit immigration

OTTAWA — Liberal leadership candidate Chrystia Freeland’s plan to fix the housing shortage would tie the number of newcomers Canada admits to housing availability. The former finance minister made the promise in a 10-point policy document her campaign issued Monday morning. Freeland said the move would slow down population growth until housing affordability stabilizes. Conservative […]

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5 d. ago On a freezing Family Day, Edmonton offers plenty of events for indoors and out

As Alberta celebrates Family Day on Monday, there’s no shortage of things to do in Edmonton to enjoy the holiday with loved ones. Whether it’s outdoor physical, indoor educational, or artistic and educational activities, the city has several options for the whole family to celebrate the day. That said, remember to dress for the weather […]

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7 d. ago Letters February 14, 2025: ‘Where did our resolve to fix climate change with taxes go?’

What happened? I remember when global warming was a threat and how we as a nation must reduce our emissions. Carbon taxes were to be the answer and if you did not agree you were a global warming denier. I couldn’t see (and still cannot) how the major emitters did not punish their economies with […]

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