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Why do we even have daylight saving time?

Why do we even have daylight saving time?

Ever wonder why we still change our clocks twice a year? From an entomologist’s idea in the 1800s to wartime energy saving and political gridlock today — here’s how daylight saving time began, why it stuck and what’s keeping Canada from finally ending it.

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Can IV cocktails cure hangovers or boost immunity?

Can IV cocktails cure hangovers or boost immunity?

Intravenous drips are a booming business in wellness spas, where customers are told that pricey IV cocktails can boost their immunity or combat hangovers. But do they live up to the hype? Medical experts warn are patchwork regulations, a range of possible health risks, and little evidence to back up many clinics’ bold promises.

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Scammers are targeting Canadians with a milk settlement that doesn't exist
Star

March 30, 2026

Scammers are targeting Canadians with a milk settlement that doesn’t exist

First, bread. Now, milk.At the same time that a phishing…

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Business, Justice, Ontario/Quebec, Transport

March 30, 2026

CN Rail investigating train derailment in St. Catharines, Ont.; no injuries reported

CN Rail says it’s investigating a train derailment in St….

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Entertainment, Entertainment, Arts, Human Interest, Music, Politics

March 30, 2026

Alex Nino Gheciu and Nicole Thompson

Joni Mitchell sings onstage at the Junos, while Drake pays video tribute to Nelly Furtado

HAMILTON — It was an all-Canadian love-in at Sunday’s Juno…

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Ontario/Quebec

March 30, 2026

Ontario-Update

— (Housing-Funding) The federal and Ontario governments say they’ll match…

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Business, Justice, Ontario/Quebec, Transport

March 30, 2026

Air Canada employee charged in alleged cannabis smuggling attempt at Toronto airport

TORONTO — The RCMP says an Air Canada employee is…

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'MAID is not death on demand': Physicians decry proposed Alberta assistance in dying bill
Star

March 30, 2026

‘MAID is not death on demand’: Physicians decry proposed Alberta assistance in dying bill

Some health-care workers who either directly provide medical assistance in…

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Air Canada CEO Michael Rousseau to retire later this year following language controversy
Star

March 30, 2026

Air Canada CEO Michael Rousseau to retire later this year following language controversy

Air ‌Canada president and CEO Michael ​Rousseau will retire ​sometime…

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Transgender Quebecers face surgery delays, out-of-province patients get faster care
Star

March 30, 2026

Transgender Quebecers face surgery delays, out-of-province patients get faster care

GrS Montreal, the sole clinic in Quebec offering fully subsidized…

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Manitoba denying trans refugee's request for name change because it won't accept her ID
Star

March 30, 2026

Manitoba denying trans refugee’s request for name change because it won’t accept her ID

A Ukrainian refugee says Manitoba’s rejection of her requests to…

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