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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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Former CEO of Alberta Health Services wants podcasters held in contempt for 'harassment' campaign
Star

April 16, 2026

Former CEO of Alberta Health Services wants podcasters held in contempt for ‘harassment’ campaign

WARNING: This story contains vulgar language.The former CEO of Alberta…

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Accused killer pledges '150% honesty' to fake crime boss in interview played in court
Star

April 16, 2026

Accused killer pledges ‘150% honesty’ to fake crime boss in interview played in court

The video played in Corner Brook Supreme Court, a four-plus…

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Sports

April 16, 2026

John Chidley-Hill

Big Problem: Raptors will have to play hard versus Cavaliers forwards

TORONTO — Being over six-foot-seven would be considered tall in…

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Justice, Ontario/Quebec

April 16, 2026

Liam Casey and Allison Jones

Ford promises no more inmates will be improperly released from jail

TORONTO — A “furious” Premier Doug Ford has promised to…

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AI-generated Val Kilmer movie debuts trailer, creators defend digital resurrection of late actor
Star

April 16, 2026

AI-generated Val Kilmer movie debuts trailer, creators defend digital resurrection of late actor

The filmmakers behind As Deep as the Grave, the indie…

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Beverage, Business, Ontario/Quebec

April 16, 2026

Allison Jones

Doug Ford nixes idea of grocery surveillance pricing ban in Ontario

TORONTO — Ontario Premier Doug Ford lamented Thursday that grocery…

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Beverage, Business, Construction, Real Estate, Retail

April 16, 2026

Ian Bickis

First Capital’s $9B portfolio to be divided between Choice Properties and KingSett

TORONTO — Choice Properties REIT and KingSett Capital have signed…

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Justice, Ontario/Quebec

April 16, 2026

Suspect in fatal Sarnia, Ont., college bar shooting wanted on Canada-wide warrant

SARNIA — Police in Sarnia, Ont., say a Canada-wide arrest…

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Business, Economy, Finance, Labour

April 16, 2026

WISE Trust Pension Plan earned net annual return 8.1% in 2025

TORONTO — WISE Trust Pension Plan says it earned a…

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