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'Unrelenting' fast-food ads using privacy 'loopholes' to target children: study

A first-of-its-kind study by the University of Ottawa has discovered a lack of information on what data and information is collected on children from food service apps.

Adolescent ER visits in Ontario for eating disorders saw big jump during pandemic: study

The biggest jump in Ontario emergency room visits and hospitalizations for eating disorders during the first 30 months of the pandemic was seen in adolescents aged 10 to 17, according to a new study.

Ontario Pharmacists Association says ability to prescribe birth control should be next

Pharmacists in Ontario can now diagnose and treat 19 common ailments but they still can't prescribe birth control or emergency contraception.

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U.S. health officials propose using a cheap antibiotic as a 'morning-after pill' against STDs

U.S. health officials plan to endorse a common antibiotic as a morning-after pill that gay and bisexual men can use to try to avoid some increasingly common sexually transmitted diseases.
Where can I get a COVID-19 rapid test? CTV News looks at the rules in each province and territory

As Canadians prepare for another respiratory virus season this fall and winter, some may be curious to know if what they have is a cold, flu or possibly COVID-19. With rapid antigen tests being one popular option, CTV News looks at how many are still in stock in Canada and where you can get one.
UN authorizes a second malaria vaccine. Experts warn it's not enough to stop the disease spreading

The World Health Organization authorized a second malaria vaccine on Monday, a decision that could offer countries a cheaper and a more readily available option than the world's first shot against the parasitic disease.
Nobel in medicine goes to 2 scientists whose work enabled creation of mRNA vaccines against COVID-19

Two scientists won the Nobel Prize in medicine on Monday for discoveries that enabled the creation of mRNA vaccines against COVID-19 and that could be used to develop other shots in the future.
New study shows where you fall on new internet addiction spectrum

Researchers have come up with categories for people who are addicted to the internet and for those who are at risk.
1 in 20 Americans used ivermectin, hydroxychloroquine to treat COVID-19, study finds

A recent study has found 1 in 20 people in the U.S. who contracted COVID-19 used non-evidence based treatment, such as ivermectin and hydroxychloroquine, due to beliefs in vaccine-related misinformation.
Federal prisoner with terminal illness granted parole on compassionate grounds to die outside of jail

A terminally ill federal prisoner, who has been fighting for a compassionate release to die outside of jail, has been granted day parole.
Ontario expands pharmacists' prescription powers to include 6 more common ailments

Ontario residents can now access treatment and medication for six more common ailments at pharmacies across the province.
Federal Court ruling sets back health workers seeking psilocybin mushroom access

Megan McLaren thought her future career was in law enforcement, but her path radically shifted thanks in part to psychedelic drug therapy, she says.
Walking just this much more per day can lower your blood pressure: study

A new study finds walking an additional 3,000 steps per day can significantly reduce high blood pressure in older adults with hypertension.
Food insecurity among Indigenous kids is a 'public health crisis,' doctors say

Rising food prices have put 'an even bigger burden on families who were struggling before,' said the doctor, who is a member of Lax Kw'alaams First Nation on her father's side and Metis on her mother's side.
Some hospitals are bringing back masking - and the general public should consider it this fall too, experts say

Some hospitals are instigating stricter masking rules again amid an uptick in COVID-19 cases, and although we’ve probably seen the end of broad masking mandates, some experts say the general public should also be making more use of this tool in our arsenal of measures to fight illness.

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Frequent price increases by businesses contributing to sticky inflation: BoC official

Bank of Canada deputy governor Nicolas Vincent says businesses are still raising their prices more frequently and by larger amounts than they did before the pandemic, which is contributing to higher-than-expected inflation.
After a four-week campaign, Manitobans to decide on Tories' bid for a third term

Manitobans are to make history today as they cast final ballots in an election that has followed four weeks of promises, debates and controversial advertisements.
Grizzly bear attacks rare, but a risk in wilderness, experts say after Banff deaths

Grizzly bear experts say fatal attacks are extremely rare, but it's always a risk when people venture into the wilderness.
Diwali fireworks advisory issued despite warnings it might be discriminatory: emails

An Environment Canada advisory that singled out Diwali fireworks as a reason to prepare for poor air quality last October was issued despite multiple warnings from some staff about it being discriminatory.
Military withdraws final charge against Lt.-Gen. Steven Whelan

The Canadian military has withdrawn the one remaining conduct charge against Lt.-Gen. Steven Whelan, ending the court martial that was slated to run the rest of the week.
Couple and dog killed by bear at Banff National Park

Two people are dead after a bear attack in Alberta's Banff National Park.

World

A blast at an illegal oil refinery site kills at least 15 in Nigeria, residents say

An explosion and fire at at an illegal oil refinery site in Nigeria's Niger Delta region killed at least 15 people, including a pregnant woman, residents and a local environmental rights group reported Tuesday.
Swiss LGBTQ+ rights groups hail 60-day sentence for polemicist who called journalist a 'fat lesbian'

LGBTQ+ groups are hailing the 60-day jail sentence a court in Switzerland gave to a writer and commentator for deriding a journalist as a "fat lesbian" and other critical remarks.
U.K. court says the government's routine housing of unaccompanied child migrants in hotels is unlawful

Britain's government acted unlawfully when it routinely housed newly arrived unaccompanied child asylum seekers in hotels, the High Court ruled on Thursday.
Hunter Biden returns to court in Delaware and is expected to plead not guilty to gun charges

Hunter Biden is due back Tuesday in a Delaware courtroom, where he's expected to plead not guilty to federal firearms charges that emerged after his earlier deal collapsed.
Panda Diplomacy: The departure of D.C.'s beloved pandas may signal a wider Chinese pullback

The National Zoo's three giant pandas -- Mei Xiang, Tian Tian and their cub Xiao Qi Ji -- are set to return to China in early December with no public signs that the 50-year-old exchange agreement struck by President Richard Nixon will continue.
Shooting at a major Bangkok shopping mall kills at least 2, and a suspect is in police custody

A shooter opened fire inside a major shopping mall in the center of Thailand's capital Tuesday afternoon, killing at least two people before being apprehended, authorities said.

Lifestyle

Order a bagel and schmear at Feltz Bagels, and you'll be fed an original piece of art

"Feltz Bagels," the latest installation from British artist Lucy Sparrow, uses approximately 30,000 pieces of felt to recreate the look and feel of the authentic Jewish bagel shops prominent in New York's Lower East Side neighborhood.
Fat Bear Week is happening! Check out the contestants now, start voting Wednesday

The 2023 lineup includes fan favorite Otis, who “moves less to catch more” according to the announcement video, and last year’s winner 747, who is rarely challenged for prime fishing spots. Now it’s time to meet the contenders:
New study shows where you fall on new internet addiction spectrum

Researchers have come up with categories for people who are addicted to the internet and for those who are at risk.

Sports

Mavs and Timberwolves play in Abu Dhabi as Gulf region's influence with the NBA grows

The Dallas Mavericks and Minnesota Timberwolves play Thursday in the first of two preseason games in the United Arab Emirates capital, but most of the real action is taking place off the court.
Luis Rubiales was suspended by FIFA to prevent witness tampering in his Women's World Cup kiss case

FIFA moved to block potential witness tampering by Luis Rubiales when its disciplinary committee suspended the now-ousted Spanish soccer president, the sport's governing body said in a written verdict explaining the decision.
Blue Jays on the road for best-of-three wild-card series with Twins

The Toronto Blue Jays kick off their American League wild-card playoff series with the Minnesota Twins today at Target Field in Minneapolis.

Business

Stock market today: Unrelenting rise in Treasury yields drags Wall Street lower

Wall Street is sinking again under the weight of higher yields in the bond market.
Frequent price increases by businesses contributing to sticky inflation: BoC official

Bank of Canada deputy governor Nicolas Vincent says businesses are still raising their prices more frequently and by larger amounts than they did before the pandemic, which is contributing to higher-than-expected inflation.
Meta's Instagram, Facebook to charge EU users for ad-free service: source

Meta Platforms is looking to introduce ad-free subscription plans for Instagram and Facebook users in Europe, two people familiar with the matter said on Tuesday.

Autos

Andretti Global clears first hurdle to join Formula One as an 11th team with FIA expansion approval

The FIA on Monday said Michael Andretti meets all required criteria to field a Formula One team, an important step toward expanding the F1 grid to 11 teams.
Unifor sets Oct. 9 deadline for contract talks with General Motors

Unifor has set a deadline for its contract talks with General Motors for 11:59 p.m. on Oct. 9.
From vehicle brakes to smart plugs: These were the major recalls in Canada this week

This week the government of Canada issued recalls and safety alerts for a series of vehicle components and consumer products. With dangers ranging from short circuit fire risks to electric shock hazards, here are some recalls the country has seen this week.

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