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Debunking the 'anti-sunscreen' movement: Doctors say TikTok trend is dangerous

Dermatologists are sounding the alarm about misinformation from the anti-sunscreen movement, saying not wearing sunscreen can cause cancer and other problems.

Poilievre Conservatives offer to help Trudeau Liberals pass foreign interference bill

Pierre Poilievre's Conservative Party is offering to help Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's Liberal government pass a piece of legislation aimed at countering foreign interference in Canada.

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DEVELOPING Key witness lied on stand, Trump lawyer tells jurors during closing arguments in hush money trial

Donald Trump's landmark hush money trial turns on the testimony of a prosecution witness who told lies on the stand and cannot be trusted, a defence lawyer said Tuesday during closing arguments.

Ont. university says professor fired over 'unethical' sexual relationships with students

An associate professor at McMaster University has been fired after its board of governors found that he engaged in 'unethical, inappropriate and in some instances exploitative' sexual relationships with students.

Richard Dreyfuss' comments about women, LGBTQ2S+ people and diversity lead venue to apologize

The actor Richard Dreyfuss showed up in a dress at a 'Jaws'-themed event in Massachusetts, where the blockbuster 1975 movie he starred in was shot, and then proceeded to make demeaning remarks about women, LGBTQ2S+ people and diversity.

Quebec homeowner recalls moment tornado hit his farmhouse west of Montreal

A homeowner in western Quebec is recounting a narrow escape after his home was hit by a tornado Monday afternoon.

Canada's professional women’s soccer league name unveiled

Canada is set to embrace a new chapter in women’s soccer with the official unveiling of the new name of the professional league.

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WATCH Airline pilot treated to stunning northern lights show during U.S.-Portugal flight

An airline pilot got quite a show on May 11 while flying from San Francisco to Lisbon when a solar storm caused stunning auroras.

Here's how new AI tech could change the iPhone

Generative AI, artificial intelligence that can provide thoughtful and thorough responses to questions and prompts, could potentially breathe new life into Apple’s iPhone lineup at a time when competitors are threatening to leave the company behind in the race to shape what could be a world-changing technology.

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Quebec homeowner recalls moment tornado hit his farmhouse west of Montreal

A homeowner in western Quebec is recounting a narrow escape after his home was hit by a tornado Monday afternoon.
Police arrest suspect involved in the IED explosion in Barrie, Ont. parking lot

A 36-year-old man has been arrested for a car bombing incident that took place in Barrie last fall.
Ottawa firefighters, police bring down protesters from Hwy. 417 signs, causing delays

A group of protesters forced the closure of a Highway 417 ramp in Ottawa on Tuesday morning.
Ghost gun parts, firearms seized by CBSA; Manitoba man charged

A Beausejour man has been charged with multiple firearms-related offences after two searches
Canadian-made innovation in firefighting pays off against wildfires

As Western Canada prepares for what's expected to be an intense season for wildfires, a company that's built firefighting equipment for more than 100 years says it has a new tool that will make a difference on the ground.
U of T seeks court injunction to clear encampment as protesters stay put

The University of Toronto is asking the courts to authorize police action to remove protesters who refuse orders to leave a pro-Palestinian encampment set up on campus earlier this month.

World

'Son of Sam' killer Berkowitz denied parole in 12th attempt

'Son of Sam' killer David Berkowitz, who set New York City on edge with late-night shootings in the 1970s, was denied parole after his twelfth board appearance.
A robot will soon try to remove melted nuclear fuel from Japan's destroyed Fukushima reactor

The operator of Japan's destroyed Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant demonstrated Tuesday how a remote-controlled robot would retrieve tiny bits of melted fuel debris from one of three damaged reactors later this year for the first time since the 2011 meltdown.
Pope apologizes after using 'homophobic terms'

Pope Francis apologized Tuesday after he was quoted using a vulgar term about gay men to reaffirm the Catholic Church's ban on gay priests.
Three people shot to death in tiny South Dakota town; former mayor charged

Three people were shot to death in a small South Dakota town, and a former law officer who once served as the town's mayor is charged in the killings.
Taiwan's legislature passes changes seen as favouring China, reducing president's power

Taiwan’s opposition-controlled legislature passed changes on Tuesday that are seen as favouring China and diminishing the power of the island's president, sparking protests by thousands of people.
Appeals court upholds retired NYPD officer's 10-year prison sentence for Capitol riot attack

A U.S. federal appeals court on Tuesday upheld a retired New York Police Department officer's conviction and 10-year prison sentence for assaulting a police officer during the Jan. 6, 2021, siege at the U.S. Capitol.

Politics

Poilievre Conservatives offer to help Trudeau Liberals pass foreign interference bill

Pierre Poilievre's Conservative Party is offering to help Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's Liberal government pass a piece of legislation aimed at countering foreign interference in Canada.
MPs to vote on motion to oust House Speaker Greg Fergus over allegations of partisanship

Members of Parliament will be voting Tuesday on a Conservative-led motion to oust House of Commons Speaker Greg Fergus, amid renewed concern over his 'alleged lack of impartiality.'
Could a Senate bill cause age verification laws to apply to Netflix? Experts say yes

Canada's privacy czar and a government official warn that a Senate bill proposing to block minors from 'sexually explicit material' online could apply to streaming services such as Netflix.

Health

Debunking the 'anti-sunscreen' movement: Doctors say TikTok trend is dangerous

Dermatologists are sounding the alarm about misinformation from the anti-sunscreen movement, saying not wearing sunscreen can cause cancer and other problems.
At least 60 reports of Lyme disease so far as Ontario enters tick season

Peak tick season is only just beginning but reports of bites – and tick-borne illnesses – are already higher than normal in Ontario.
1 in 8 pregnant people have disabilities but face lack of accessible care: report

A new report says one in eight people who are pregnant in Ontario has a disability, but many face barriers to accessible care, as well as disrespectful attitudes from doctors and other care providers.

Sci-Tech

Could a Senate bill cause age verification laws to apply to Netflix? Experts say yes

Canada's privacy czar and a government official warn that a Senate bill proposing to block minors from 'sexually explicit material' online could apply to streaming services such as Netflix.
Ottawa working on artificial intelligence strategy for the public service

Treasury Board President Anita Anand says Ottawa is developing a new artificial intelligence strategy for government operations.
Here's how new AI tech could change the iPhone

Generative AI, artificial intelligence that can provide thoughtful and thorough responses to questions and prompts, could potentially breathe new life into Apple’s iPhone lineup at a time when competitors are threatening to leave the company behind in the race to shape what could be a world-changing technology.

Entertainment

Albert Ruddy, Canadian Oscar-winning producer of 'The Godfather' and 'Million Dollar Baby,' dies at 94

Albert S. Ruddy, a colourful, Canadian-born producer and writer who won Oscars for 'The Godfather' and 'Million Dollar Baby,' developed the raucous prison-sports comedy 'The Longest Yard' and helped create the hit sitcom "Hogan's Heroes," has died at age 94.
Sarah McLachlan and Tom Cochrane among Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees

Sarah McLachlan, Tom Cochrane and two members of Blue Rodeo are among the latest inductees into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame.
House from 'Home Alone' hits the market for US$5.25 million

Kevin McCallister’s childhood home has hit the market for US$5.25 million. At just over 9,000 square feet, the house from the 'Home Alone' movie was last sold in 2012 for $1,585,000.

Business

Why young people keep getting caught in debt traps and how to break the cycle

Canadians are feeling the squeeze between incomes that haven't kept up with the cost of living, housing crises in markets across the country and rising interest rates brought in to control inflation. Experts share some tips for managing debt and spending.
OpenAI announces new safety board after employee revolt

OpenAI said Tuesday it has established a new committee to make recommendations to the company’s board about safety and security, weeks after dissolving a team focused on AI safety.
Scotiabank reports $2.09B Q2 profit, down from $2.15B a year earlier

The Bank of Nova Scotia reported its second-quarter profit fell compared with a year ago as it set aside more money for loan losses.

Lifestyle

How to cool down without AC

Staying cool can be done by using some basic supplies and knowing how to manipulate your home to control its temperatures.
Why young people keep getting caught in debt traps and how to break the cycle

Canadians are feeling the squeeze between incomes that haven't kept up with the cost of living, housing crises in markets across the country and rising interest rates brought in to control inflation. Experts share some tips for managing debt and spending.
Friday's preholiday travel breaks the record for the most airline travellers screened at U.S. airports

A record was broken ahead of the Memorial Day weekend for the number of airline travellers screened at U.S. airports, the Transportation Security Administration said Saturday.

Sports

Canada's professional women’s soccer league name unveiled

Canada is set to embrace a new chapter in women’s soccer with the official unveiling of the new name of the professional league.
Messi's no-show at Vancouver Whitecaps game leads to petition for ticket refund

Hundreds of frustrated fans have signed a petition calling for tickets to be refunded after Lionel Messi didn't play the Vancouver Whitecaps over the weekend.
Derided by players, managers and fans, umpire Angel Hernandez retires

Longtime umpire Angel Hernandez, who unsuccessfully sued Major League Baseball for racial discrimination, is retiring immediately.

Autos

Five of Ontario's top 10 worst roads are located in the Toronto area

A new pothole-riddled street in Hamilton has taken the top spot for the worst road in Ontario, according to a new list released by the Canadian Automotive Association (CAA) on Tuesday.
Flying taxis, drones spark high hopes -- and safety worries -- among Canadians

Canadians feel both 'optimism and concern' over the prospect of flying cars and drones whizzing between remote communities and above city blocks, a new report says.
Canada mulls Chinese EV tariff following U.S. move but is not committing to it

Canada is looking at the massive new U.S. import tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles imposed by U.S. President Joe Biden earlier this month, but is not making any commitment to following suit north of the border.

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