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7 out of top 10 world's cleanest beaches located in Europe

Those who choose a resort for their vacation should pay attention to the list of the cleanest beaches in the world. Here are 7 locations in Europe out of the top ten, according to euronews.travel. How top 10 most ecological beaches in the world selected The choice of vacation destination for Tripadvisor users is influenced by factors such as ecolog...


Exclusive-China's WuXi AppTec shared US client's data with Beijing, US intelligence officials told senators

By Michael Martina, Michael Erman and Karen Freifeld (Reuters) -U.S. intelligence officials in late February told senators working on a biotech security bill that Chinese pharmaceutical firm WuXi AppTec had transferred U.S. intellectual property to Beijing without consent, according to two sources. The U.S. government is concerned that certain Chinese biotech companies are contributing


Alberta premier tells HoC committee planned carbon price increase is ‘inhumane’

A federal carbon tax hike is coming April 1, but premiers across the country appeared before federal MPs in a last ditch effort to press pause. Morgan Black reports.


Eat more tomatoes: Learn about its amazing cardiac benefits

Discover the advantages tomatoes have in relation to blood pressure.


How to stop yourself overthinking when all you want to do is sleep

Struggling to power down? This could be why.


What to do if you wake up at night and can't get back to sleep, according to expert

Getting a decent night's sleep is important for our health, but a lot of us don't get the recommended eight hours. Three-quarters of Brits get less than eight hours of sleep, while one in six get by on less than six hours each night, according to YouGov. Meanwhile across the pond, over 17 per cent of adults had trouble staying asleep most days or e...


Tennessee politicians strip historically Black university of its board

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Trustees of Tennessee's only publicly funded historically Black university were removed Thursday under legislation signed into law by Republican Gov. Bill Lee. Black lawmakers and community leaders said state leaders, a majority of whom are white, are unfairly targeting Tennessee State University. The legislation cleared the...


20 healthy slow cooker recipes

Whether they’re full meals, side dishes, or even some desserts, here are 20 of the healthiest slow cooker recipes.


Kim Jong Un bans dogs and certain haircuts in North Korea

North Korea’s leader Kim Jong Un has banned dogs and certain haircuts among the population where even the most mundane aspects of daily life are regulated. The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK, also known as North Korea) is one of the most heavily censored countries in the world. It recently caused a stir when it was revealed the nationa...


Mass die-off of grey whales declared over

A mass die-off of grey whales off the West Coast over the past few years has been declared over. Michelle Ghoussoub explains scientists' theories about the deaths, and the signs the population could be bouncing back.


All My Beauty Editor Friends Agree: This $20 Moisturizer Is Unbeatable

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Judge rejects officers' bid to erase charges in the case of a man paralyzed after police van ride

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (AP) — Four former Connecticut police officers accused of mocking and mistreating a man after he was paralyzed in the back of a police van in 2022 were denied bids Thursday to enter a program that could have erased criminal charges against them and let them avoid trial. A judge rejected the former officers' applications for acceler...


How 'Magic' Are 'Magic Mushrooms'? Researchers Develop Scale to Measure Potency

Some people call them “magic mushrooms.” But exactly how “magic” are they? Knewz.com has learned about efforts to make sure doctors know how much active ingredient they’re giving patients for issues such as post-traumatic stress disorder and depression. The chemicals in question are psilocin and psylocybin. They come from Psilocybe cubensis mushroo...


How coffee impacts risk of premature death: Research

Coffee is one of the most popular beverages, with people worldwide consuming over 2.25 billion cups daily. Scientists have been researching for decades how coffee specifically affects health and whether it might increase the risks of premature death, according to the publication by dietitian Oksana Skytalinska on Facebook. How coffee affects health...


5 dead and over 100 hospitalized from recalled Japanese health supplements

TOKYO (AP) — In the week since a line of Japanese health supplements began being recalled, five people have died and more than 100 people were hospitalized as of Friday. Osaka-based Kobayashi Pharmaceutical Co. came under fire for not going public quickly with problems known internally as early as January. The first public announcement came March 2...


Alberta animal rescues seek community support amid parvovirus outbreak

It’s a difficult time for rescues in the Edmonton area as more and more animals are being surrendered or abandoned. Many of the animals brought in are suffering from several medical problems -- a very common one is parvovirus. Krista Atmore and Nicole Guinan with Alberta Homeward Hound Rescue, and Dr. Julianne Wilson with Pulse Veterinary, joined us on Global News Morning to talk about how you can help other animals like foster pup Eric.


3 reasons you keep waking up in the middle of the night


Women 'don't have to try as hard as men at the gym' to see results

Results of a long-term study have suggested that women may not have to work as hard in the gym as men to see the long-term health benefits. For some people, working out in the gym is part of their daily life, with many fitness influencers documenting their gym experiences online. For female gym-goers, a new study has suggested that they may not hav...


I’m Not The Only One In My Family With A Disability. But I’m the First to Release Shame

I was 23 when I first heard the words “cerebral palsy” in relation to my disability. Up until then, I had no medical diagnosis to explain why I was physically disabled. My family simply never talked about it. It’s not that my parents denied the reality of my disability; they just wanted me to feel as normal as possible. While my friends’ parents drove them to dance classes, gymnastics, and soccer practice, my mom took me to physical therapy...


10 items every new parent should add to their baby registry

Essential items and tools that new parents should invest in before the baby arrives.


16 weird things which are banned around the world


Humans Pass More Viruses to Animals Than We Catch From Them, Study Reports

A new study of viral genomes reveals that we are more likely to pass viruses to both domestic and wild animals than the other way around. If a virus carried by humans infects a new animal species, the virus might continue to thrive even if eradicated among humans, or even evolve new adaptations before it winds up infecting humans again, Knewz.com h...


Sawfish are spinning, and dying, in Florida waters as rescue effort begins

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Endangered smalltooth sawfish, marine creatures virtually unchanged for millions of years, are exhibiting erratic spinning behavior and dying in unusual numbers in Florida waters. Federal and state wildlife agencies are beginning an effort to rescue and rehabilitate sawfish to find out why. The National Oceanic and Atmos...


This is how long it takes for alcohol to leave your system

How long will your hangover be?


Hospice nurse shares the one thing 'almost everyone' sees before they die

A hospice nurse has detailed what people experience and see before they die, from her time caring for patients in their final days. Julie McFadden (@hospicenursejulie) is a health worker from Los Angeles. She posted a TikTok video where she explained how a phenomenon called "visioning" tends to happen to patients. Visioning is where those who are c...


Cottage Q&A: Am I required to treat my lake water before drinking it?

Is there a specific code or regulation to follow for cottagers who use lake water as their drinking water?—(Stewart) Wayne Key, Esson Lake, Ont. We assume you’re asking because you’re … Continued


The key to healthy kids is risky outdoor play, researchers say

Running free, taking chances and even getting hurt are essential to healthy childhood development, says the Canadian Paediatric Society. A new study says engaging in risky outdoor behaviour with peers is key to kids’ mental, physical and social health.


My 27 Tattoos Have Helped Me Reclaim My Chronic Pain

My life involves two kinds of needles. The first one is found at hospitals or doctor offices, a syringe that is used to test my blood, on the continuous quest to find out why my bones always ache and my body falls asleep in the middle of the day. According to the nurses who draw my blood on a monthly basis, my veins are notoriously hard to find. My body doesn’t want to comply with the syringes, and bruises flower in my elbow creases as they try...


High School teacher shares his OCD journey with grade 11 students

In this video for the CBC Creator Network, Grade 11 student Fiona Babar profiles her teacher Andrew Foreman, who has been open with his students about being diagnosed with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.


The British royal family learns that if you don't fill an information vacuum, someone else will

NEW YORK (AP) — A media frenzy was born on Feb. 27, when the hashtag #WhereIsKate exploded online with speculation about the whereabouts of Britain's Princess of Wales. It opened a rabbit hole of amateur detective work, memes, bizarre theories and jokes — mixed with genuine concern about Kate's health — into which thousands of people descended unti...


Experimental treatment using viruses helps woman avoid amputation

An Ottawa-area woman suffering from an antibiotic-resistant infection was looking at a major amputation but her doctor enrolled her in a first-in-Canada clinical trial to use viruses — known as phages — that eliminated the harmful bacteria.


I got a diagnosis that completely changed my relationship


3 ways loneliness can damage your body


Review of Ancient Human Brains Reveals They Preserve Naturally for Thousands of Years, Lasting Longer Than Other Organs

Researchers have discovered that archaeologically recorded preserved human brains are not as extremely rare as has previously been believed. Researchers compiled the records of more than 4,000 preserved human brains from more than 200 sources across six continents, excluding Antarctica, Knewz.com has learned. A new study conducted by researchers at...


Trans athlete responds to proposed Alberta policy

Aria McGowan is the quarterback of the Edmonton Storm, a women’s tackle football team. McGowan speaks to national reporter Julia Wong about a proposed policy to ban trans girls and women from competing against girls and women in athletic competitions.


Supreme Court upholds First Nation election requirement, rules that Charter applies

OTTAWA — The Supreme Court of Canada is upholding a rule that requires members of a Yukon First Nation to live in its community should they want to serve on its council. Cindy Dickson had been fighting in the courts to have that requirement declared unconstitutional because it means council members must move back to the community within 14 days of ...


Which color of pepper is healthiest?

It turns out that each color of pepper has its own advantages.


Ontario Health Coalition seeking legal action against province

The Ontario Health Coalition is taking legal action against the province. It comes after a new 30-year lease was granted to South Bridge Care Homes, the owners of Orchard Villa Long Term Care Home, where over 70 residents died in the first wave of the pandemic. Lexy Benedict reports.


Retirees: Is it time to downsize, even in this real estate market?

Your home is your sanctuary, but it’s also one of your biggest budget items. And after you retire, it may feel like more house than you need. But in this housing market, when a smaller home with upgraded features may be about as expensive as the one you’re selling, is it still smart to downsize? In some cases, downsizing is appropriate, but not nec...


Delicious foods that accelerate weight loss: Your essential list

Experts have named foods that are not only tasty but also healthy. They help stick to a diet and shed extra pounds. It's important to remember that in weight loss, mathematics matters - you must consume fewer calories than you burn. And these are the foods that provide satiety and speed up your metabolism, helping you lose weight faster, reports We...


Fermented food and its benefits for heart and blood pressure

Fermented cabbage (Sauerkraut), pickles, and kefir – these products, familiar to many in Slavic countries, are not just tasty but also have lots of health benefits. It turns out that fermented foods can improve health and even protect against certain diseases, according to nutritionist and physiologist Olha Dorosh. What is food fermentation? Food f...


Do you want to strengthen your abdominal muscles? Try these three exercises

One of Britain's leading fitness trainers claims sit-ups are ineffective for building muscular abs. He offers some alternatives.


10 things that happen to your body when you stop drinking alcohol


5 simple rules to be happy, according to science


Maple syrup is a classic Canadian treat, but is it good for you?

It is a game-changer on pancakes, and it glistens on fresh fruit. But are we doing ourselves a disservice by consuming it? Is this classic Canadian treat, or liquid gold, as we call it, actually healthy? The Weather Network's Rachel Schoutsen asked the experts.


A fight to protect the dignity of Michelangelo's David raises questions about freedom of expression

FLORENCE, Italy (AP) — Michelangelo’s David has been a towering figure in Italian culture since its completion in 1504. But in the current era of the quick buck, curators worry the marble statue’s religious and political significance is being diminished by the thousands of refrigerator magnets and other souvenirs sold around Florence focusing on Da...


Gaza crisis: ICJ orders Israel to stop famine

WARNING: This video contains disturbing content. Viewer discretion is advised. The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has ordered Israel to ensure basic food supplies get into the Gaza Strip unimpeded and "without delay." Most of the people in northern Gaza are at risk of starving to death, according to a report by the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC). Crystal Goomansingh reports on Israel's response, and the growing signs of famine in Gaza.


Mystery particles hunted by scientists could unlock the secrets of the universe

Experts are researching mysterious particles in our universe, which could offer us insights into some of the most intriguing areas of scientific understanding. What are these mysterious particles, exactly? They're called "hidden sector particles" which have so far defied typical definition. In fact, they've never been observed properly before and t...


TICK SEASON: How to protect your pets

Expert advice on how to keep your pets safe from tick bites


Is remote therapy as effective as in-person sessions? What new research says

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) done remotely with a therapist is just as effective as in-person sessions, according to a new study published in the CMAJ.