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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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As GST break approaches, small businesses prepare for a tax holiday headache
Star

June 18, 2022

As GST break approaches, small businesses prepare for a tax holiday headache

With the federal government’s GST holiday kicking in Saturday, small retailers…

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The GST/HST holiday begins Saturday — here's how it works
Star

June 18, 2022

The GST/HST holiday begins Saturday — here’s how it works

This Saturday marks the beginning of the Liberal government’s two-month…

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Northern stores 'absolutely not' hiking food costs when federal funding arrives, says CEO
Star

June 18, 2022

Northern stores ‘absolutely not’ hiking food costs when federal funding arrives, says CEO

During a shareholder meeting, North West Co. Inc.’s Dan McConnell…

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Climate change and a weak loonie are expected to push up your grocery bill next year
Star

June 18, 2022

Climate change and a weak loonie are expected to push up your grocery bill next year

An annual report on food prices in Canada is predicting…

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Trudeau says NDP turning its back on workers by stalling $250 rebate cheques
Star

June 18, 2022

Trudeau says NDP turning its back on workers by stalling $250 rebate cheques

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the NDP is turning its…

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Liberals, NDP pass bill to enact 2-month GST holiday in House of Commons
Star

June 18, 2022

Liberals, NDP pass bill to enact 2-month GST holiday in House of Commons

The House of Commons has passed legislation that will remove the federal…

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Liberals table a GST holiday bill with no mention of $250 rebate cheques
Star

June 18, 2022

Liberals table a GST holiday bill with no mention of $250 rebate cheques

The Liberal government has introduced a bill that would bring…

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Beef prices hit record high at the grocery store — and on the ranch too
Star

June 18, 2022

Beef prices hit record high at the grocery store — and on the ranch too

The cost of ground beef, steak and roasts has continued…

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Singh calls on Ottawa to extend $250 rebate to cover seniors, vulnerable Canadians
Star

June 18, 2022

Singh calls on Ottawa to extend $250 rebate to cover seniors, vulnerable Canadians

NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh is calling on the Liberal government…

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