Legionnaires' disease was discovered 50 years ago. Here's what experts say we've learned since then
The 1976 legionnaires’ disease investigation revealed how modernization, through things like HVAC systems, can unintentionally increase the possibility of exposure to environmental pathogens — and how critical it is to widely share public health updates. Source link
The Gordie Howe International Bridge is 'essentially complete.' The fight over it is not
Newly obtained federal briefing documents show Canada finished building the $6.4-billion Gordie Howe International Bridge before a major legal challenge to the project is expected to reach trial. Source link
Medical misinformation on Tylenol in pregnancy spreads faster than safety studies
A new Canadian practice paper says the latest, highest-quality evidence is reassuring for pregnant people who need acetaminophen. The episode is a high-profile example of why so-called null findings — studies that find no link or no difference — matter. Source link
Would you give an AI agent your credit card? Companies are betting so
Shoppers are already using AI to sort through and compare products before they buy, and now, retailers are looking to adopt autonomous payments. But those involved in processing payments will need to first sort out what happens when AI makes mistakes and take steps to keep bad actors out. Source link
Outgoing Gov. Gen. says she questioned completing full term due to age, job demands
Outgoing Gov. Gen. Mary Simon says she wondered halfway through her five-year mandate whether she’d be able to complete the full term due to her age and the demands associated with the position. Source link
Jamaican Scotch bonnet prices soar amid shortage, putting the squeeze on hot sauce
Jamaican Scotch bonnet peppers are the latest food to be hit by a shortage. The spicy peppers are a key ingredient in Jamaican jerk seasoning and many hot sauces. Source link
Can Mark Carney get Canadians to trust AI?
Mark Carney’s Liberal government wants Canada to embrace artificial intelligence technology. It apparently believes that, for the country’s economic sake, Canada needs to embrace AI. But it understandably sees Canadians’ lack of trust in AI as an obstacle to that. Source link
Ottawa's mixed fleet of F-35s and Gripens could total more than 100 aircraft, sources say
The federal government would still be looking at a fleet of 72 to 88 U.S.-made F-35s, even if it moves forward with Saab’s Gripen, sources tell CBC News. Several sources said Ottawa is exploring a purchase of 72 Gripens, which would create up to 9,000 jobs and would be the largest industrial project in Canada. […]
Singer Duffy to return for first live concert in more than 15 years
The Welsh singer has announced her first concert after a sexual assault led her to step away from public life. Source link
Live: Dolphins out to extend record winning streak
The Dolphins have won four matches in a row and will be out to make it five as they travel to Townsville to take on the Cowboys. Follow live. Source link