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The CIA believes COVID most likely originated from a lab but has low confidence in its own finding
WASHINGTON (AP) — The CIA now believes the virus responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic most…
CIA believes COVID likely originated from a lab, but agency has low confidence in its own finding
WASHINGTON (AP) — The CIA now believes the virus responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic likely…
About 70 people killed in attack on hospital in Sudan’s Darfur region, WHO chief says
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Around 70 people were killed in an attack on…
North Dakota’s ban on gender-affirming care for kids heads to trial
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — A lawsuit seeking to strike down North Dakota’s ban on gender-affirming…
Five years on, Chinese Canadians recall ridicule and racism over pandemic precautions
VANCOUVER — In early 2020, Lili Wu was already “armed to the teeth” whenever she…
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s famous name and controversial views collide in his bid for top health job
WASHINGTON (AP) — Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has said vaccines are not safe. His support…
Canada’s Shapovalov withdraws from Davis Cup tie due to back injury
Denis Shapovalov has withdrawn from Canada’s upcoming Davis Cup tie against Hungary due to a…
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s famous name and controversial views collide in his bid for top health job
WASHINGTON (AP) — Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has said vaccines are not safe. His support…
Alberta doctors criticize provincial COVID-19 report as harmful ‘anti-science’
EDMONTON — The organization representing Alberta physicians is calling out a government panel’s COVID-19 report…
A trial is underway on North Dakota’s ban on gender-affirming care for kids
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — A trial in a lawsuit seeking to strike down North Dakota’s…
Historic $32.5B tobacco proposal faces final test in series of hearings
TORONTO — A historic proposal that would see three major tobacco companies pay out billions…
Fatal poisoning near Montreal highlights danger of carbon monoxide leaks, expert says
MONTREAL — The death of a man in his 60s from a carbon monoxide leak…
Canadian abortion group says it may have to shutter after losing government funding
A national group that helps people who have trouble accessing abortion services says it may…
Caroline Kennedy warns senators that cousin RFK Jr. is a ‘predator’
WASHINGTON (AP) — Calling Robert F. Kennedy Jr. a “predator” who is addicted to power,…
Caroline Kennedy warns senators that cousin RFK Jr. is a ‘lie and cheat’
WASHINGTON (AP) — Calling Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a “predator” who is addicted to power,…
The tuberculosis outbreak in Kansas is alarming. It’s not the biggest in US history though, CDC says
A yearlong outbreak of tuberculosis in the Kansas City, Kansas area has taken local experts…
The tuberculosis outbreak in Kansas is alarming. It’s not the biggest in US history though, CDC says
A yearlong outbreak of tuberculosis in the Kansas City, Kansas area has taken local experts…
Clinic ordered to pay B.C.’s costs after failure of ‘marathon’ private health lawsuit
VANCOUVER — A private medical clinic that launched an unsuccessful constitutional challenge of Canada’s public…
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s confirmation hearing to be health secretary: Five things to look for
WASHINGTON (AP) — Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s famous name, populist stances and loyal following have…
From anti-vaccine advocacy to raw milk, many of RFK Jr.’s views fall outside the mainstream
WASHINGTON (AP) — Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s anti-vaccine advocacy is outside the mainstream. His previous…
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. struggles to answer questions on Medicare and Medicaid at confirmation hearing
WASHINGTON (AP) — In a contentious confirmation hearing to become the nation’s top health official,…
What US adults think of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and his views on vaccines, fluoride and raw milk
WASHINGTON (AP) — Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s anti-vaccine advocacy is outside the mainstream. His previous…
What’s the healthiest way to prepare vegetables? The way that makes you eat them.
In Carlene Thomas’ experience, two types of people ask her advice as a dietitian about…
Medals to be awarded at Invictus Games 2025 unveiled in Vancouver
VANCOUVER — Levi Nelson had to hold back his tears when he opened the cedar…