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In a contentious move aimed at fighting the obesity epidemic, the American Medical Association recognized obesity as a disease at its annual meeting.
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Is obesity a disease? It is now in the U.S.

In a contentious move aimed at fighting the obesity epidemic, the American Medical Association recognized obesity as a disease at its annual meeting. Will Canada be next? Continue reading →

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Boston Bruins fans cheer behind the Chicago Blackhawks bench during the third period in Game 3 of the NHL hockey Stanley Cup Finals in Boston, Monday, June 17, 2013.

Bruins’ Stanley Cup run helping city get past hurt from attacks at Boston Marathon

The Bruins were the first Boston team to play at home after the bombs exploded at the Boston Marathon, and they were happy to give the city something else to think about. Continue reading →

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Natura pet food recalled due to risk of salmonella poisoning

Several natural pet food products sold in Canada and the U.S. have been recalled because they might be contaminated with salmonella. Continue reading →

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Embattled Nova Scotia politician Trevor Zinck has resigned following his guilty plea in the MLA spending scandal earlier this week, and a threat from the premier to expel him from the legislature. Continue reading →

 

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The parent of Moores Clothing has axed its founder and chairman, George Zimmer.

Pack your suit — Moores parent fires chairman Zimmer

Men’s Wearhouse, which owns Moores Clothing, abruptly fired on Wednesday founder and chairman George Zimmer, who built Men’s Wearhouse from one small Texas store using a cigar box as a cash register. Continue reading →

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This year's World Food Prize is going to a Belgian scientist and two researchers in the United States for their innovations that brought the world genetically modified crops.

World Food Prize goes to genetically modified crop researchers

This year’s World Food Prize is going to a Belgian scientist and two researchers in the United States for their innovations that brought the world genetically modified crops. Continue reading →

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Will and Kate won’t find out sex of baby until birth: palace

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The business of cheating has never been better

Topping 19 million profiles this year and with sales soaring in recent years at online infidelity site Ashley Madison, the business of cheating has never been better. And perhaps lonelier. Continue reading →

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And today, 20 new laws

Wednesday afternoon, Canada is expected to get 20 new laws. Continue reading →

Verizon Wireless says it is "dipping its toes in the water" about possible expansion plans into Canada.
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Is Verizon Wireless’ interest in Canada legit?

There’s few suggesting that the entry of U.S. mobile juggernaut Verizon Wireless to Canada would be a bad thing for subscribers. The real question, however, is whether Verizon, the largest provider in the U.S., is all that interested in coming. Continue reading →

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Enterprising Takei lives long and prospers

George Takei, who brought Mr. Sulu to life in the original Star Trek series, is still going at warp speed at the age of 76. Continue reading →

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The El Reno, Okla., tornado of May 31, was the largest tornado on record.

Tornadoes: The myths and the facts

Over time there has been the proliferation of some bad advice or so-called “facts” about this incredible force of nature. Here are a few myths, along with facts that could save your life. Continue reading →

Dr. Tak Mak, Director of The Campbell Family Institute for Breast Cancer Research, speaks during a press conference regarding the new breakthrough Cancer CFI-400945 drug that will enter clinical trials next month at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre in Toronto on Tuesday, June 18, 2013.

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A Canadian-U.S. team of researchers has developed a new “sharp-shooter” drug they hope will be a breakthrough in treating several types of cancer. Continue reading →

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