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Suzanne Somers's Canadian husband made an 'AI twin' of the late actress. Is that wrong?

Suzanne Somers’s Canadian husband made an ‘AI twin’ of the late actress. Is that wrong?

A Canadian’s plan to bring his late celebrity wife back to life in AI form has raised a host of ethical questions about prolonging human existence in the digital universe. Alan Hamel, a Canadian entertainer and longtime TV personality, recently said he’s created an “AI twin” of Hollywood star Suzanne Somers, his wife and partner of 55 years who passed away in 2023. 

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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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He's made dollhouses for sick kids since the pandemic — even after his own cancer diagnosis
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December 6, 2024

He’s made dollhouses for sick kids since the pandemic — even after his own cancer diagnosis

His white beard is a little shorter than Santa’s, and…

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A Windsor water slide has a new weight limit. This woman says the way it's being enforced should change
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December 6, 2024

A Windsor water slide has a new weight limit. This woman says the way it’s being enforced should change

A Windsor, Ont., woman who wasn’t allowed to ride an…

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Why industrial carbon pricing may survive in Canada despite 'axe-the-tax' sentiment
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December 6, 2024

Why industrial carbon pricing may survive in Canada despite ‘axe-the-tax’ sentiment

A centrepiece of the Liberal climate plan, carbon pricing, has…

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Courts warn of 'critical' budget pressures as immigration cases delayed in Canada's 3 largest cities
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December 6, 2024

Courts warn of ‘critical’ budget pressures as immigration cases delayed in Canada’s 3 largest cities

Federal Justice Minister Arif Virani is set to meet with…

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An Olympic audition: 5 things to know about Canada's 4 Nations Face-Off roster
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December 6, 2024

An Olympic audition: 5 things to know about Canada’s 4 Nations Face-Off roster

The four-country NHL-hosted tournament will be a measuring stick ahead…

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Shelters are so stretched in Montreal they are offering chairs for the night
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December 6, 2024

Shelters are so stretched in Montreal they are offering chairs for the night

With Montreal facing a sharp rise in homelessness, shelters are…

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Senators amend error in cybersecurity bill that could have cancelled half of it
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December 6, 2024

Senators amend error in cybersecurity bill that could have cancelled half of it

It could take a while yet for the federal government’s…

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Climber from Canada among 3 hikers believed to have died in fall on New Zealand mountain
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December 6, 2024

Climber from Canada among 3 hikers believed to have died in fall on New Zealand mountain

Three mountain climbers — one from Canada and two from…

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Drivers stranded on Highway 401 as blizzard pounds parts of southwestern Ontario
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December 6, 2024

Drivers stranded on Highway 401 as blizzard pounds parts of southwestern Ontario

Drivers travelling on Highway 401 in southwestern Ontario found themselves…

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