Salmonella outbreak linked to snakes, rodents has infected 70 in Canada
An ongoing salmonella outbreak in Canada linked to snakes and rodents has killed one person and hospitalized 10 others, the Public Health Agency of Canada says.
Canada
Mar 20
T. Rex an intelligent tool-user and culture-builder? Not so fast, says new U of A research
A U of A neuroscientist says the T.Rex had smarts closer to those of a crocodile than a primate, so rest easy — if the thought of a seven-tonne crocodile makes you rest easy.
Science
Apr 26
Nature Conservancy of Canada speaks about deal to protect southern Alberta ranch from development
The 22,000-hectare McIntyre Ranch was founded south of Lethbridge, Alta., in 1894 by William McIntyre.
Canada
Apr 22
Parrot fever has killed 5 people in Europe. Should Canadians be worried?
Parrot fever is an infectious disease that is most often transmitted to humans through exposure to infected birds, especially parrots, cockatiels, parakeets and similar pet birds.
Health
Mar 6
New walk-in clinic bridges gap for pet owners as N.B. sees vet shortage
A new walk-in and urgent care clinic for pets has opened in Quispamsis, N.B., bridging the gap for pet owners in the province.
Health
Feb 21
Anant Ambani wedding: Celebs, wealthy elite attend lavish billionaire festivities
Some of the world's biggest entertainers, wealthiest business tycoons and influential people have arrived in India to celebrate the three-day pre-wedding festivities.
Trending
Mar 1
Things to do in Edmonton on Family Day 2024
If you're looking for things to do in and around Edmonton on Family Day (Feb. 19), there are lots of options -- from art exhibits to ice climbing -- and many are free!
Canada
Feb 15
VIDO director discusses research in Saskatchewan having a global impact
The director of VIDO spoke with Global News about some of the work being done at the facility and some of the upgrades being added.
Science
Feb 6
Feel-good Friday: Global BC’s highlights of the week
From Vancouver getting seven World Cup games to the rescue of a rare turtle, here are five B.C. stories to brighten up your week.
Trending
Feb 9
David Attenborough on fossil hunting and unearthing find of a lifetime
The movie 'Attenborough and the Jurassic Sea Monster' follows the icon as he investigates a giant skull discovered in the U.K. — the pliosaur, the Tyrannosaurus rex of the seas.
Entertainment
Feb 13
Robert Irwin shares emotional animal milestone tied to his late dad, Steve
"I just know Dad would be really proud, Dad would be stoked," Robert Irwin said of the hatching of a turtle, whose species was discovered by and named after his dad, Steve Irwin.
Entertainment
Oct 16, 2023
Tortoise called Frank the Tank found wandering in Richmond, B.C. needs new home
With a name like Frank the Tank, you might think nothing could stop the 16-kilogram sulcata tortoise, but wandering alone on farmland near Richmond, B.C., certainly slowed him down.
Canada
Oct 17, 2023
‘Really sucks’: B.C. resident forced to give up his pet due to lack of available housing
Mike Hopcraft, owner and operator of Wild Education said last year they took in 123 animals and so far this year they have already received 117.
Economy
Oct 12, 2023
How a grassroots group helped save an endangered turtle in southern Ontario
After nearly 30 years of work, the group's director is hoping that their success with the spiny softshell turtle encourages others working to conserve wildlife.
Environment
Sep 28, 2023
Red carpet revelry dimmed at TIFF 2023, but movie buffs unfazed
Yet film buffs were undeterred by the lack of star power, instead choosing to use this year's festival to celebrate the art of cinema and industry workers.
Entertainment
Sep 8, 2023
Animal exhibits entertaining Whoop-Up Days visitors
From four legs to no legs, the attractions at this year's Whoop-Up Days cover a wide range from the animal kingdom.
Features
Aug 24, 2023
6-foot-long lizard in Calgary found
Alison Johnson said she let Lucius out into her backyard on Friday before leaving her home and found out he was missing when she got back in the evening.
Canada
Aug 5, 2023
How a Canadian scientist and a venomous lizard helped pave the way for Ozempic
In 1984, Dr. Daniel Drucker, an endocrinologist from the University of Toronto, discovered a hormone that helped pave the way for popular diabetes drugs such as Ozempic.
Health
Jun 28, 2023
Boa constrictor found in shrub at Calgary Canadian Tire garden centre
A pet snake is being fostered after making an unexpected appearance Monday afternoon at the garden centre of a Canadian Tire store in southwest Calgary.
Canada
Jun 27, 2023
Snorkeller pries crocodile jaws off his head, survives attack in Australia
While snorkelling with his wife and a group of friends in Australia, a crocodile approached Marcus McGowan from behind and bit his head.
Trending
May 30, 2023