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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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Mark Carney aims for smaller cabinet, team planning to drop over a dozen ministers: sources
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October 12, 2024

Mark Carney aims for smaller cabinet, team planning to drop over a dozen ministers: sources

Prime minister-designate Mark Carney is aiming for a much leaner…

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After landslide victory, Mark Carney meets with Trudeau as transition to power begins
Star

October 12, 2024

After landslide victory, Mark Carney meets with Trudeau as transition to power begins

Prime minister-designate Mark Carney met with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau Monday…

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Mark Carney dominated the race to replace Justin Trudeau. Now what?
Star

October 12, 2024

Mark Carney dominated the race to replace Justin Trudeau. Now what?

In something of a political blowout, Mark Carney was elected…

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Mark Carney says he's begun the process of renouncing Irish, U.K. citizenship
Star

October 12, 2024

Mark Carney says he’s begun the process of renouncing Irish, U.K. citizenship

Liberal leadership hopeful Mark Carney says he’s written to the…

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Mark Carney has answered some questions — but many more remain
Star

October 12, 2024

Mark Carney has answered some questions — but many more remain

Near the end of Tuesday night’s Liberal leadership debate —…

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Liberal leadership: Here's where the candidates stand on key issues from housing to Trump tariffs
Star

October 12, 2024

Liberal leadership: Here’s where the candidates stand on key issues from housing to Trump tariffs

The four candidates vying to replace Prime Minister Justin Trudeau…

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Is the NDP in trouble? Party faces an uphill battle if snap election is called
Star

October 12, 2024

Is the NDP in trouble? Party faces an uphill battle if snap election is called

The 2025 federal election seemed to have all the makings…

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Did Mark Carney's campaign use AI to boost crowd sizes? We investigated
Star

October 12, 2024

Did Mark Carney’s campaign use AI to boost crowd sizes? We investigated

In online posts that were collectively viewed hundreds of thousands…

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Mark Carney says former prime minister Stephen Harper asked him to be finance minister
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October 12, 2024

Mark Carney says former prime minister Stephen Harper asked him to be finance minister

Liberal leadership candidate and former Bank of Canada governor Mark…

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