Severe obesity in the U.S. on the rise, but weight loss drugs in short supply
Heading into a gluttonous time of year in the U.S. with Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas on deck, it might be a bad time for Americans to find out their obesity…
Princess Kate has ‘shown her determination’ with upcoming appearance – Helena Chard
Princess Kate has “shown her determination” with her continued work on her annual Christmas carol service, according to royal commentator Helena Chard. The Princess of Wales was mentioned in the…
Avon and Somerset Police officer accused of rape
An Avon and Somerset Police officer is to appear in court accused of rape. Stephen Phipps, 43, has been charged with one count each of rape, sexual assault and coercive…
BATTLEGROUND USA: All the marbles in U.S. election come down to the Rust Belt
ERIE, Pa. — Political poohbahs are critically aware that every road to the White House insists you go through Pennsylvania. There are no bypasses. No detours. This was even before…
Elections boss says parties should run nominations, but possibly with tighter rules
OTTAWA — Canada’s chief electoral officer is playing down any suggestion that Elections Canada should directly administer political nomination or leadership contests. During an appearance at a federal inquiry into…
Two Canadians dead in Lebanon, as Liberal MP urges more action for de-escalation
OTTAWA — At least two Canadians have died in the escalating violence in Lebanon, as Israeli strikes kill Hezbollah militants along with civilians and children. Global Affairs Canada says it…
Upcoming Princess Kate appearance ‘won’t be normal’ as future Queen draws up plans
Princess Kate has “shown her determination” with her continued work on her annual Christmas carol service, according to royal commentator Helena Chard. The Princess of Wales was mentioned in the…
Amy Hamm: Poverty pimps explode at John Rustad for wanting to address homelessness
British Columbia’s provincial election campaign is not even a week old and already getting nasty. Conservative Party of B.C. leader John Rustad didn’t even have to open his mouth on…
Nissan’s new alert tells drivers to quit hogging the left-hand lane
If you don’t move back to the right after passing, Nissan’s ProPilot 2.1 reminds you to do so The updated hands-free system is rolling out across several 2025 Nissan vehicles…
Israel is repeating its Gaza assault in Lebanon. Why?
There’s an eerie similarity in how Israel is approaching both its assaults. The question is, will that work? United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has been clear, telling a press conference…