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'Massive overdose' of sedative led to man's cardiac arrest, brain injury at Winnipeg hospital: lawsuit
The Alberta government and the father of a man who suffered cardiac arrest and permanent brain damage after he was allegedly given a “massive overdose” of a potent sedative at a Winnipeg hospital two years ago are suing the facility, three medical providers and two Manitoba health authorities for negligence. Source link
Read an extract from Kim Stanley Robinson's sci-fi classic Red Mars
This is the opening of Kim Stanley Robinson’s Red Mars, the New Scientist Book Club read for April, as humans come to the planet to settle it Source link
Israel launches strikes on 'heart of Tehran' as Trump delays Strait of Hormuz deadline
Israel launched a wave of strikes on Iran early Friday ahead of a planned United Nations Security Council meeting to discuss attacks on Iranian civilian infrastructure, while Iran and the United States appeared at a diplomatic impasse, setting the stage for more potential escalation as the first month of the Middle East war neared its […]
What's new in Ottawa-Alberta deal to cut methane emissions from oil and gas sector
As part of the wide-ranging Canada-Alberta memorandum of understanding on energy policy and a new oil pipeline, the two sides announced an agreement-in-principle on new methane rules and targets. It could speed up methane reductions, experts say, but some questions remain. Source link
At historic low point, New Democrats descend on Winnipeg to choose a new leader
The NDP will have a new leader by Sunday afternoon — and whoever comes out of the party’s convention in Winnipeg with the top job will be tasked with bringing the party back from a historic low. Source link
Canada loaning millions to proposed Nunavik rare earth mining project linked to Trump White House
Amid Prime Minister Mark Carney’s calls that the Canada-U.S. relationship is ruptured, Ottawa has committed $175-million to a mining project in northern Quebec whose major U.S. investor is closely linked to the Trump administration. Source link
Blue Jays begin what they and fans hope is the ultimate redemption arc after last year's Game 7 heartbreaker
After an agonizing extra-innings loss to the L.A. Dodgers in Game 7 of the World Series, what Blue Jays are hoping for in 2026 is the ultimate redemption arc. But history says that will not be easy. Source link
The Junos are adding a category for Latin music. Musicians and fans say it's been a long time coming
The Juno Awards’ new Latin music recording of the year category means to reflect the genre’s stratospheric popularity, musicians and industry insiders say. Source link
How the Blue Jays went from fledgling franchise to mature World Series contender
As they begin their 50th season in Major League Baseball, the Toronto Blue Jays are facing some high expectations after coming close to winning the 2025 World Series. Here’s a look at the team’s journey over the years. Source link
Sora, OpenAI's generative video app, is history. Here's what that means for the firm's future
OpenAI has decided to scrap Sora, its app that generated videos based on user prompts. The move reveals that the company, once the disruptor-in-chief of the AI world, is now facing something of an identity crisis as it struggles to pick a lane on the busy road to profitability. Source link