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Why isn't 'laugh' spelled L-A-F? Author explores the many failed attempts of simplifying English spelling

Why isn’t ‘laugh’ spelled L-A-F? Author explores the many failed attempts of simplifying English spelling

Have you ever wondered why English spelling often seems to defy logic — like why choir and liar rhyme, but laughter and daughter don’t? In his new book, Gabe Henry explores this conundrum, showing that you’re far from alone. He delves into the long history of spelling reform and the many bold — but ultimately unsuccessful — attempts to make English simpler.

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When war broke out in the Middle East, these Canadians chose to stay in Qatar
Star

March 26, 2026

When war broke out in the Middle East, these Canadians chose to stay in Qatar

While Qatar is one of several Gulf region countries targeted…

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She was passed over for a promotion again in Quebec. Now, she's alleging systemic racism
Star

March 26, 2026

She was passed over for a promotion again in Quebec. Now, she’s alleging systemic racism

After over 30 years working for the same employer, Wanda…

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Health, Justice, Ontario/Quebec, Politics, Social

March 25, 2026

Liam Casey

Premier Doug Ford, health minister defend supervised consumption site closures

TORONTO — Ontario Premier Doug Ford and his health minister…

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Business, Economy, Health, Ontario/Quebec, Politics, Social

March 25, 2026

Allison Jones

Ontario must prepare for ‘tougher times’ ahead, finance minister says before budget

TORONTO — Ontario should be prepared for “tougher times” amid…

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Health, Ontario/Quebec

March 25, 2026

Allison Jones

Ontario health minister ‘disappointed’ in feds’ approach to nurse practitioner rules

TORONTO — Ontario’s health minister said Wednesday she is “disappointed”…

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Business, Construction, Finance, Justice

March 25, 2026

Welltower to sell four retirement homes in deal with Competition Bureau

GATINEAU — The Competition Bureau says it has reached an…

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Air Canada CEO regrets inability to speak French following fatal plane crash
Star

March 25, 2026

Air Canada CEO regrets inability to speak French following fatal plane crash

Premier François Legault called for Air Canada CEO Michael Rousseau…

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North of North, Heated Rivalry, 40 Acres lead Canadian Screen Award nominees
Star

March 25, 2026

North of North, Heated Rivalry, 40 Acres lead Canadian Screen Award nominees

The first major comedy series filmed in Nunavut, a sci-fi…

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Sports

March 25, 2026

Donna Spencer

Canada’s Winter Games results draw attention to sport commission report

How athletes competing on the world stage are funded was…

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