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Testosterone therapy's popular in the online 'manosphere' — but doctor warns it's not for everyone

Testosterone therapy’s popular in the online ‘manosphere’ — but doctor warns it’s not for everyone

Many men experiment with testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) to improve their energy and strength, with some just getting it online, says a London, Ont., urologist who stresses getting medical guidance. “The use of hormone therapy, in my mind, is really tied to reinforcing some of the ideas of masculinity that we have,” says a researcher who teaches at Western University.

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There's a better Bong Joon Ho movie buried under Mickey 17

There’s a better Bong Joon Ho movie buried under Mickey 17

Mickey 17, the ambitious follow-up to Bong Joon Ho’s best picture winner Parasite has some phenomenally gutsy acting choices by star Robert Pattison and the director’s sure-footed world building occasionally hints at brilliance, but it still feels like a half-finished compromise.

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Trump's threats put controversial B.C. pipeline back in the political spotlight
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January 21, 2025

Trump’s threats put controversial B.C. pipeline back in the political spotlight

Revival of the Northern Gateway pipeline project, which would ship…

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Fashion brands are no longer avoiding dressing Melania Trump. Here's why that matters
Star

January 21, 2025

Fashion brands are no longer avoiding dressing Melania Trump. Here’s why that matters

As Vogue puts it, designers and the industry can no…

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'Where are the houses?' Palestinian man says after returning to remnants of Rafah home
Star

January 21, 2025

‘Where are the houses?’ Palestinian man says after returning to remnants of Rafah home

While some Palestinians were able to dig up miscellaneous items…

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Guilbeault, cabinet's staunch environmentalist, backs Mark Carney as next Liberal leader
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January 21, 2025

Guilbeault, cabinet’s staunch environmentalist, backs Mark Carney as next Liberal leader

Former central banker Mark Carney picked up a handful of…

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Rapper A$AP Rocky declines plea deal at trial on charges he fired gun at former friend
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January 21, 2025

Rapper A$AP Rocky declines plea deal at trial on charges he fired gun at former friend

Jury selection for a trial against A$AP Rocky is scheduled…

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Nazi salute or 'moment of enthusiasm'? Elon Musk's gesture at Trump inauguration scrutinized
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January 21, 2025

Nazi salute or ‘moment of enthusiasm’? Elon Musk’s gesture at Trump inauguration scrutinized

Billionaire Elon Musk’s hand gesture while he spoke during a…

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Canada's immigration department cutting roughly 3,300 jobs over 3 years
Star

January 21, 2025

Canada’s immigration department cutting roughly 3,300 jobs over 3 years

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced plans to…

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Drugs like Ozempic could also curb addictions — but they might boost other health risks, study suggests
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January 21, 2025

Drugs like Ozempic could also curb addictions — but they might boost other health risks, study suggests

Ozempic was first approved to treat diabetes in Canada seven…

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A dog bite to my face almost ended my veterinary career, yet my passion for animals prevailed
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January 21, 2025

A dog bite to my face almost ended my veterinary career, yet my passion for animals prevailed

When a traumatic event threatened Karen Langtved’s career aspirations, the…

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