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Accidental Cannabis Poisoning in Kids Up Since Legalization: Federal Records

The number of children hospitalized for accidental cannabis poisoning has grown since Parliament legalized the drug in 2018, according to federal records. “Between January 2020 and September 2021 when the full range of cannabis products were accessible including edible cannabis the hospitalization rate among children in Alberta, British Columbia and Ontario was 7.5 times higher…


Hong Kong Loses Super Entrepôt Role as Function Shifts to Mainland Ports After Longest Export Decline in 13 Consecutive Months

According to latest trade figures released by the Hong Kong Census and Statistics Department (C&SD) in May, Hong Kong’s exports have fallen for 13 consecutive months, the longest period of decline in history. Even though the border between China and Hong Kong resumed full opening at the beginning of 2023, throughput through  Kwai Tsing Container…


RCMP Say Body Found of One Missing in NS Floods, as Well as Remains of Another

RCMP in Nova Scotia said Monday they had found the body of a missing man and what they believe are remains of a second person swept away in massive flooding that hit the province on the weekend. Police said they recovered the body of a 52-year-old man from Windsor, N.S., in a search area northwest…


RCMP Say Body Found of One of Four People Missing in Nova Scotia Floods

RCMP in Nova Scotia say they have found the body of one of the people who went missing over the weekend during massive flooding across the province. Police say they recovered the body of a 52-year-old man. They say a person’s remains were also found in a different part of the search area and they…


In Letter to Chow, Freeland Puts Toronto Budget Bailout on Province’s Shoulders

Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland says it’s the Ontario government’s responsibility to help backstop Toronto’s pandemic-ravaged finances, offering no new federal dollars in a letterresponding to Mayor Olivia Chow’s request for help. The two-page letter from Freeland to Chow says the province has the constitutional responsibility and fiscal capacity to support the city. Freeland, who…


The Joy of Small Comforts

Some days, I need some comfort. I’m tired, emotionally drained, or just feeling besieged by the world. On these days, I try to recognize my physical, mental, and emotional state, and I ask myself what I need. Just noticing is a big step for most of us. We often don’t recognize when we’re feeling drained…


At Least 11 Killed as China School Gym Roof Collapses During Girl’s Volleyball Team Training

At least 11 people were killed when the roof of a middle school gymnasium collapsed in northern China, authorities said. The incident occurred in the city of Qiqihar on July 23, and the last trapped student was pulled from the wreckage without vital signs on July 24, according to state broadcaster CCTV. The cause is…


Women’s World Cup Roundup: Brazil, Germany Win Big

A hat trick from Ary Borges powered Brazil to a 4–0 victory against Panama in a Group F opener on Monday at the FIFA Women’s World Cup in Adelaide, Australia. Borges scored in the 19th, 39th and 70th minutes and Bia Zaneratto tallied in the 48th to spoil Panama’s debut in the global tournament. Brazil,…


Former GOP Senator Enters New Hampshire’s Gubernatorial Race

Former Sen. Kelly Ayotte (R-N.H.) will seek the governorship of New Hampshire in 2024, the candidate announced on July 24, ending speculation about her political future. “The battle to protect our Live Free or Die way of life must continue,” Ms. Ayotte said in a statement. “I’m running for Governor because New Hampshire is one…


LIVE 3:30 PM ET: White House Holds Daily Press Briefing (July 24)

White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre holds a daily press briefing at 3:30 p.m. ET on July 24. …