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AI tongue can detect difference between Coke and Pepsi, research findsEventually, scientists say the technology could be used to find contaminants in foods that could make consumers sick, or detect when something is no longer safe to eat.ConsumerOct 11
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Major food companies accused of marketing ‘addictive’ food to kids: lawsuitEvidence has grown in recent years that highly processed foods are linked to a wide range of chronic health problems, like diabetes and heart disease.HealthDec 11
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Will ‘tax holiday’ spur more Canadians to spend? Why some stores doubt itThe federal government’s temporary “tax holiday” could deliver narrow savings for consumers, but some small businesses are unconvinced they’ll see any benefits.CanadaDec 13
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Doctors thought she had the stomach flu. But it was near-fatal sepsisIn Canada, one in 18 deaths involves sepsis, making it the 12th leading cause of death nationally, according to the Canadian Sepsis Foundation.HealthSep 13
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Health Canada gives 1 year to remove BVO from drinks. What are the risks?Brominated vegetable oil has now been banned by Health Canada, but consumers could still see it popping up on ingredient labels for one more year.HealthSep 17
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Robert Roberson spared execution at the last minute by Texas Supreme CourtRobert Roberson's lawyers and advocates have long argued his capital murder conviction was based on junk science and a misdiagnosis of "shaken baby syndrome."TrendingOct 18
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‘Like a ragdoll’: Man attacked by hippo recounts moment he was ‘grabbed’Roland Cherry credits the staff at a tiny African hospital for saving his life after the hippo attack.TrendingSep 26
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Vance, Walz spar in policy-focused VP debate. Here are the key takeawaysVice presidential hopefuls Tim Walz and JD Vance focused their criticism on the top of the ticket on Tuesday as they engaged in a policy-heavy discussion.U.S. NewsOct 2
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Starbucks spices up exec mix, hiring Chipotle head as new CEOSeattle coffee giant Starbucks said Tuesday that Brian Niccol, the chairman and CEO of Chipotle, will become chairman and CEO on Sept. 9.ConsumerAug 13
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AI ‘early warning’ system shows promise in preventing hospital deaths, study saysAn AI early-warning system that predicts which patients are at risk of deteriorating while in hospital was associated with a decrease in unexpected deaths, a new study says.HealthSep 16
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Ex-boyfriend accused of setting Rebecca Cheptegei on fire dies from burnsDickson Ndiema Marangach was accused of dousing his girlfriend, a Ugandan Olympic athlete, in gasoline and setting her ablaze.WorldSep 10
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10 terrifying Halloween lawn decorations (sorted by scariness!)Outfit your porch and lawn with spooky seasonal decor ranked according to our fear factor scale!The CuratorSep 13
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‘I wouldn’t be here’: Ontario supervised consumption site users speak out on closuresThe 35-year-old weeps as he speaks about the Parkdale Queen West Community Health Centre, which houses the supervised consumption site he uses. It is one of 10 such sites to close.CanadaSep 3
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Community marks 20 years since disappearance of Tamra Keepness, last seen in ReginaAn annual BBQ held in Pepsi Park serves as a reminder to the public of the disappearance of Tamra Keepness. This year marks 20 years since her disappearance from a Regina home.CanadaJul 5
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U.S. Secret Service director resigns amid Trump shooting falloutKimberly Cheatle had been facing growing calls to resign and several investigations following the assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump.U.S. NewsJul 23
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Biden administration tells ER doctors to provide emergency abortionsHealth Secretary Xavier Becerra and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services director Chiquita Brooks-LaSure reminded hospitals of their legal duty to offer stabilizing treatmentU.S. NewsJul 2
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Frito Lay Canada recalls popular chips due to possible salmonella riskFrito Lay Canada said it is working closely with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency to ensure the recalled products are removed from the marketplace.HealthMay 14
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Roxy Theatre in the running for the Next Great Save12 finalists have been chosen for the Next Great Save competition, an initiative investing in heritage sites. Sarah Jones has more about one of the nominees in the Crowsnest PassCanadaApr 25
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Posters promoting ‘Steal From Loblaws Day’ are circulating. How did we get here?Posters are inviting people to rob grocery chains owned by Loblaw, and Canadians seem split on whether to condemn or support the illegal protest.ConsumerApr 26
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Abortion is set to be a key U.S. election issue. Which side has momentum?Mounting stories of the impact from a growing number of bans and limits on abortion are galvanizing voters, advocates and experts say.U.S. NewsMay 6