Merck asks FDA to authorize the use of a COVID-19 pill
Jennifer Chan, Merck Canada’s vice-president of policy and government affairs, explains how the COVID-19 drug works and the results of…
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Ontario's plan for lifting more COVID-19 restrictions to come next week
Ontario is expected to announce its plan next week to end COVID-19 capacity limits in more venues that require proof…
Girls' schools reopen in Kabul, but only up to Grade 6
When school started in Afghanistan this year, the Taliban told girls in Grade 7 and above to stay home. »»»…
Coroners must improve communication, transparency, says Ontario watchdog
The Death Investigation Oversight Council, charged with overseeing Ontario’s chief coroner, has issued a non-binding recommendation for families to be…
Canadian-born David Card named Nobel prize co-winner in economics
Labour economist and professor at the University of California at Berkeley David Card explains his research, methodology and the labour…
Vaccine card glitches frustrating B.C.'s vaccinated residents
Some people in B.C. have encountered glitches with their vaccine cards, preventing them from easily gaining access to public places…
Several women accuse Ottawa traditional healer of sexual assault
Several women have come forward with allegations of sexual assault against Ralph King, a traditional healer who for months provided…
'I'm still stunned,' says Nobel Peace Prize winner
Journalist Maria Ressa, the 2021 Nobel Peace Prize winner, shares her thoughts on the honour, the recognition of journalists and…
Canada can aid Afghans without supporting Taliban, Canadian minister says
Canada joined its G20 allies in pushing the Taliban in Afghanistan to allow humanitarian aid to better reach people who…
Russian health authorities confirm more than 28,000 new COVID-19 cases
According to official figures, Russia recorded nearly 30000 COVID-19 cases and 957 deaths on Monday. Slightly less than 40 per…