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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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Health, Justice, Ontario/Quebec, Social

March 19, 2026

Rianna Lim

Toronto’s donor-funded consumption sites bracing for fallout of Ontario funding cuts

TORONTO — As the Ontario government cuts funding for seven…

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Fortnite is hiking cost of its currency to 'pay the bills.' Are its battles against Google and Apple to blame?
Star

March 19, 2026

Fortnite is hiking cost of its currency to ‘pay the bills.’ Are its battles against Google and Apple to blame?

The popular online gaming platform Fortnite is hiking the price…

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Are we in for a super El Niño this year? Early projections say maybe, and this worries climate scientists
Star

March 19, 2026

Are we in for a super El Niño this year? Early projections say maybe, and this worries climate scientists

After a year and a half of La Niña conditions,…

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Ontario/Quebec

March 19, 2026

Boy fatally struck by GO train in Mississauga, Ont.: police

MISSISSAUGA — Police in Peel Region say a young boy…

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National, Ontario/Quebec

March 18, 2026

Sonja Puzic

Jennifer Pan pleads guilty to manslaughter in mother’s death after new trial ordered

Jennifer Pan has pleaded guilty to manslaughter in the 2010…

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Justice, Ontario/Quebec

March 18, 2026

Maan Alhmidi

Hundreds of Ontario cases tossed, compromised after police officers violated Charter rights: report

Charges were tossed or evidence was excluded from Ontario court…

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Justice, Ontario/Quebec

March 18, 2026

Toronto cop charged with accessing private police databases without authorization

TORONTO — Toronto police say they have arrested and charged…

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Accused extortionists deported as part of CBSA crackdown on cross-Canada network
Star

March 18, 2026

Accused extortionists deported as part of CBSA crackdown on cross-Canada network

Following extensive CBC News reporting on two Indian nationals deported…

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Business, Economy, National, Politics, Trade

March 18, 2026

Kelly Geraldine Malone

Greer says U.S. trade talks with Canada lagging behind those with Mexico

WASHINGTON — Trade talks with Canada ahead of the mandatory…

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