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COVID-flu shot offers strong immune response in late-stage trial, Moderna saysModerna says it combination vaccine to protect against both COVID-19 and influenza generated a stronger immune response in adults 50 and over when compared to separate shots.HealthJun 10
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LCBO deal: Promise made to keep all stores open even if revenues flatlineA copy of the agreement between the LCBO and OPSEU obtained by Global News reveals an alcohol modernization taskforce will be established, along with a promise on store closures.CanadaJul 22
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Newly-renovated Lakeview Wading Pool reopens in VernonThe Lakeview Wading Pool has been a part of the Vernon community since 1958. It was recently re-opened with modern changerooms, a spray park and many more additionsFeaturesJul 14
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New railcars rolling out on exo’s Saint-Jérôme commuter rail lineForty-four new railcars are being rolled out on exo's Saint-Jérôme commuter rail line. It's a modern fleet designed to attract new riders.CanadaJun 21
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Bird flu pandemic may be ‘unfolding in slow motion,’ scientists warnScientists tracking the spread of bird flu are increasingly concerned that gaps in surveillance may keep them several steps behind a new pandemic.HealthJul 2
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‘Our moment’: Sask. Métis say new ‘Sacred’ document is modern treaty with CanadaFollowing its withdrawal from Bill C-53 last month, the Métis Nation–Saskatchewan announced a self-government agreement to protect the rights of the Métis in Saskatchewan.CanadaMay 28
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H5N1 bird flu: Does Canada have vaccines ready for an outbreak?As the bird flu continues spreading in the U.S., Canadian officials are in talks with several pharmaceutical companies about potential agreements to produce an avian flu vaccine.HealthJun 3
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Entire herd of cattle disappears from Quebec farm in suspected theftQuebec provincial police confirmed they're investigating what appears to be a case of modern cattle rustling.CrimeMay 27
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The CBC modernization panel has been named. Here’s who’s on itThe heritage minister has named a panel to modernize the CBC that includes academics and media start-up executives, as the Crown broadcaster faces pressure.CanadaMay 13
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Quebec Liberals wrap party convention, say CAQ government ‘not trustworthy’Quebec Liberal Party interim leader Marc Tanguay called François Legault “the worst premier in modern Quebec history," saying he lost control of public finances.CanadaMay 26
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U.K.’s Rishi Sunak calls snap general election for summerRishi Sunak's Conservative Party has been in power since 2010, the longest reign for a party in the U.K. in modern times, but his party has fallen out of favour.WorldMay 22
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Billy-Ray Belcourt talks about using short fiction to show a range of Indigenous experiencesBilly-Ray Belcourt has populated his first short story collection with a pantheon of Cree characters, each presenting a different possibility for modern Indigenous life.CanadaMay 21
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AstraZeneca says it’s withdrawing COVID vaccine amid low demandAstraZeneca says a surplus of other available COVID-19 vaccines and declining demand are the reasons behind why it's withdrawing Vaxzevria.HealthMay 8
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Lakeshore General Hospital in Pointe-Claire opens new temporary ERAlmost a year after an investigation into the Lakeshore Hospital emergency room revealed severe deficiencies, a new modern modular emergency room is set to be opened next to it.CanadaMay 14
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SaskPower announces investments totalling $1.6B in electricity systemSaskPower said the $1.6 billion in capital spending will ensure more reliable electricity, and continue to modernize and decarbonize the grid.CanadaMay 7
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Jennifer Lopez, Ben Affleck selling their $92M Beverly Hills mansionPhotos of the mega-mansion show off the property's massive pool and stylish interiors.EntertainmentJul 12
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Canada, U.S. agree to update Columbia River Treaty that oversees western waterwayPrime Minister Justin Trudeau said the in-principle agreement will enable officials to update the treaty to ensure continued flood-risk management and co-operation on hydro power.CanadaJul 11
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Nova Scotia flash flood victim identified as 13-year-old; family in shock13-year-old Eli Young was swept into a ditch on Thursday in a Wolfville park during flash flooding that caused extensive damage across western Nova Scotia.CanadaJul 16
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Calgary fire trials Canada’s first-of-its-kind electric fire engineIt's a big step forward in Calgary's Green Fleet Strategy: an electric/diesel fire engine will be tested in Calgary and its cold weather for the next five years.FeaturesJul 24
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WestJet will soon offer some travellers free Wi-Fi on flightsSome WestJet travellers will soon be able to stay connected on their flights, as the airline is planning to offer customers free in-flight Wi-Fi.CanadaJul 24