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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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Is the stock market in an AI bubble?
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January 11, 2025

Is the stock market in an AI bubble?

Stock markets surged again this week, reaching new all-time highs….

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Norovirus outbreaks are surging — here’s what you need to know
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January 11, 2025

Norovirus outbreaks are surging — here’s what you need to know

Norovirus outbreaks have been surging in several provinces and the…

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Vancouver strip club marquee cited as hate speech on X
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January 11, 2025

Vancouver strip club marquee cited as hate speech on X

Known for its cheeky marquee signs, The Penthouse’s latest quip…

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Trump says U.S. doesn't need Canadian cars, lumber or dairy. Consumers may not agree
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January 11, 2025

Trump says U.S. doesn’t need Canadian cars, lumber or dairy. Consumers may not agree

Earlier this week, U.S. president-elect Donald Trump said his country…

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Christy Clark says she would scrap the carbon tax — if she runs for, and wins, the Liberal leadership
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January 10, 2025

Christy Clark says she would scrap the carbon tax — if she runs for, and wins, the Liberal leadership

Former B.C. premier Christy Clark — who is considering running…

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Residents want answers after fuel leak shuts down a Tim Hortons in New Brunswick
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January 10, 2025

Residents want answers after fuel leak shuts down a Tim Hortons in New Brunswick

Five large pump trucks idle loudly in an otherwise empty…

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Unlike overmatched Japan, Czechs present stiffer challenge to Canada at U18 women's hockey worlds
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January 10, 2025

Unlike overmatched Japan, Czechs present stiffer challenge to Canada at U18 women’s hockey worlds

Canada destroyed Japan 17-0 in the final game of the…

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Two Coutts protesters face jail for part in 2022 blockade
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January 10, 2025

Two Coutts protesters face jail for part in 2022 blockade

Two men who became the faces of a COVID-19 protest…

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WWE co-founder reaches deal with U.S. securities regulator over undisclosed payments to women
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January 10, 2025

WWE co-founder reaches deal with U.S. securities regulator over undisclosed payments to women

The Securities and Exchange Commission says that it has settled…

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