These 6 pimple patches work wonders on my acne spots
As an almost-thirty-year-old battling blemishes, my acne journey feels far from over. Naturally, I tested out six popular pimple patch brands—read on for my thoughts.
The Curator
Apr 23
Health Canada ‘reviewing’ U.S. lab’s findings of benzene in acne products
Less than a week after a U.S. lab said it detected benzene in several popular over-the-counter acne products, Health Canada said it is reviewing the findings.
Health
Mar 11
Health Canada should review acne treatment cancer claims: experts
A Canadian researcher says Health Canada should review a U.S. lab's findings that common over-the-counter acne treatments contain benzene, which causes cancer.
Health
Mar 8
Cancer-causing chemical benzene found in popular acne products: U.S. lab
A independent U.S. lab reported it detected a cancer-causing chemical in common over-the-counter acne treatments. The lab said it found benzene at 800 times the FDA limit.
Health
Mar 6
Man charged after report of indecent act at Selkirk daycare: RCMP
On Monday, RCMP got a report of an indecent act at the facility on Morris Avenue. Officers were told a man revealed himself in front of children and staff, then ran away.
Crime
Apr 23
Princess Anne to help commission new navy vessel in B.C. ceremony
The first Arctic and Offshore Patrol Vessel for Canada's Pacific fleet will officially be commissioned in a ceremony featuring Princess Anne, the sister of King Charles.
Politics
11 hours
3 women diagnosed with HIV after ‘vampire facials’ at unlicensed U.S. spa
This marks the first time that HIV transmission through cosmetic injection services has been documented.
Trending
Apr 26
Man arrested for ‘indecent act’ in front of female minors in Whitby: police
An Oshawa, Ont., man was arrested after Durham Regional Police say he exposed himself to female youths in a public area in Whitby, Ont., earlier this month.
Crime
Apr 28
After raising a stink, trash cans to return to Montreal’s Lachine Canal
To the frustration of daily users, 30 bins were removed in April. The month-long pilot project raised quite the stink among Sud-Ouest residents and borough officials.
Canada
Apr 26
Nova Scotia rates of poverty, food insecurity in 2022 worst among all provinces
New data from Statistics Canada shows that Nova Scotia’s rates of poverty and food insecurity in 2022 were the highest of any province.
Canada
Apr 30
Anne Heche’s estate cannot pay over $8M in debts, son says
Actor Anne Heche died at age 53 after she crashed her car into a residential home in August 2022.
Entertainment
Apr 24
Wildfire brought under control in Lac Ste. Anne County, evacuation alert dropped
It's dry, windy and warming up in Alberta, where the risk of wildfires was put on display Monday when a rural area near Onoway was briefly told to be prepared to evacuate.
Fire
Apr 22
Garbage can removal along Lachine Canal causing a stink for Montreal residents
People are outraged about a recent decision to remove dozens of garbage cans along the Lachine Canal, prompting fears that the picturesque area could turn into a wasteland.
Health
Apr 16
Peterborough man arrested for ‘indecent act’ in front of businesses: police
Officers responded to a report of a man exposing himself and masturbating near businesses while in a parking lot in the area of Townsend Street and George St. North.
Crime
Apr 16
Lac Ste. Anne County bans recreational ATV use due to ‘extreme’ wildfire risk
Lac Ste. Anne County has issued a complete ban on recreational ATV use due to the 'extreme fire risk' in the area.
Fire
Apr 26
Flyers can travel from Regina to Minneapolis again on direct flights
For the first time in over 9 years, the Regina International Airport now has direct flights to Minneapolis that have many passengers excited.
Canada
Apr 28
‘Maybe things would be different’: BC United calls for Mental Health Act changes
BC United is introducing a new piece of legislation to improve communication between families whose loved ones are experiencing a mental health crisis and professionals.
Politics
Apr 9
Thousands of Canada’s rail workers have a strike mandate. What happens now?
Train conductors, engineers, yard workers and rail traffic controllers under Teamsters Canada Rail Conference (TCRC) voted overwhelmingly in favour of a strike mandate Wednesday.
Canada
9 hours
Can homeless people sleep outdoors? U.S. Supreme Court to weigh in.
In California and other Western states, courts have ruled that it’s unconstitutional to fine and arrest people sleeping in homeless encampments if shelter space is lacking.
U.S. News
Apr 22
Hearings on CN appeal of Hamilton’s Jamesville housing project pushed to 2025
Hamilton's mayor says she's 'outraged' at ongoing delays involving the north-end housing project that seeks to bring 600-plus new housing units to the city.
Politics
Apr 25