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Popular Alberta radio station CKUA in need of fundraising help to stay open

CKUA has been in operation since 1927 but its days could be numbered if it can’t reach its fundraising goal. Marc Carnes, the CEO of CKUA, joined Global News Morning Edmonton with how you can help the popular radio station.

Can Sweat Protect Against Lyme Disease? Scientists Say Protein Stops Bacterial Growth

Researchers at MIT and the University of Helsinki have discovered that human sweat contains a protein that can protect against Lyme disease. About a third of the population carries a genetic variant of the protein associated with Lyme disease, Knewz.com has learned. Lyme disease affects nearly half a million people in the United States every year. ...

The benefits of boxing aren't just physical, this boxer says

Windsor's Jarelyn Castillo, 17, started boxing to lose lockdown weight. Now she's on Team Canada. Her coaches at Border City Boxing Club, Andre Gorges and Josh Canty, say she has potential for more.

Nutrition tips for teens and tweens

Registered dietitian Andrea Holwegner joins Global News Morning Calgary with some nutrition tips for the lunch kit for your teens and tweens to keep them eating healthy in junior high and high school.

Neurological conditions affect 3.4B people worldwide. What about Canada?

Neurological conditions, such as Alzheimer's disease, migraines, stroke and multiple sclerosis, are now the leading of ill health and disability around the world.

Recipe for good mood: Stress disappears, resilience increases

Even minor disappointments can disrupt plans, make you irritable and unhappy, and even lead to apathy. However, there is a recipe for a good mood, according to nutritionist Vira Kurin. According to the expert, a great recipe for a good mood is a salad with avocado, walnuts, and nectarines. The good mood will come from nectarine, which has truly won...

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

12 questions to ask yourself if you think you have ADHD, according to a doctor

Map shows '100-day cough' hotspots as UK cases surge 40% in a week

The highly contagious bacterial disease, also known as whooping cough, has had a major comeback this year.

This common sleeping disorder is linked to higher chance of memory loss

In Pictures: Young People Living With ADHD

London-based Norwegian photographer Nora Nord was diagnosed with ADHD in 2018, when she was in her early 20s. It was an immensely freeing feeling, she says, because it gave her the space for some aspects of her personality to finally make sense. But it was a frustrating time, too. “I’ve had an underlying feeling most of my life that something is wrong with me,” she remembers. “I wondered why I couldn’t focus or finish things, and why everything...

Opioids behind growing number of deaths across Canada

New research has found opioids were behind a quarter of deaths among people in their 20s and 30s in 2021. It's an alarming trend, but experts say it doesn't come as a surprise. Health reporter Katherine Ward explains.

Vigil held for victims of Columbine shooting

Thirteen victims of the Columbine High School shooting were remembered during a vigil Friday on the eve of the 25th anniversary of the shooting that was the worst the nation had seen at the time. (AP video: Thomas Peipert)

Nova Scotia justice minister steps down after domestic violence comments

HALIFAX — Nova Scotia Justice Minister Brad Johns resigned Friday evening, one day after he made comments downplaying the severity of domestic violence. Premier Tim Houston announced in a brief news release that he had accepted his minister's resignation. "Domestic violence is an issue our government takes very seriously," Houston said. On Thursday...

First Nation bans drug dealers from the community

A First Nation in northern Alberta is taking steps to ban drug dealers — and anyone associated with them. It’s part of a growing trend of First Nations taking control of community safety, amid an increase of property crime.

Israeli airstrike in southern Gaza city of Rafah kills at least 9 Palestinians, including 6 children

RAFAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — An Israeli airstrike on a house in Gaza’s southernmost city killed at least nine people, six of them children, hospital authorities said Saturday, as Israel pursued its nearly seven-month offensive in the besieged Palestinian territory. Israel's war against the Islamic militant group Hamas has led to a dramatic escalation o...

Golfing, gardening may be linked to ALS risk

Research published in the Journal of Neurological Sciences earlier this year found that outdoor recreational activities, such as golfing, woodworking and hunting may increase a person’s likelihood of developing amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), especially among men.

10 methods to boost concentration and improve memory

Concentration and attention are qualities we need for daily life. But sometimes we wake up on the wrong side of the bed, yawn all day, and just can't focus on important tasks. However, some products can help improve concentration and attention, writes WebMD. Caffeine Certainly, a cup of coffee or strong tea takes the lead. There's no magic remedy t...

Salman Rushdie's 'Knife' reflects author's will to live

Salman Rushdie’s "Knife" details the author's recovery after being stabbed and left blind in his right eye. The AP's Hillel Italie says the book shows that the 2022 attack “did not crush him. It didn't take his spirit away.” (April 19) (AP production by Gary Gerard Hamilton)

How safe are your sushi and sashimi?

If you don't suffer from a weak immune system sushi and sashimi should be fine, but if you are you should be more careful.

Five medicines you shouldn't mix with coffee

Discover how coffee affects the absorption and side effects of common drugs.

Best tea for weight loss: Its properties and benefits

Tea is considered a beverage that promotes weight loss. Typically, we prefer black or green tea, but white tea is definitely worth trying. It helps get rid of belly fat and positively influences the overall health, according to Wprost. White tea helps with excess kilograms White tea has several advantages, one of which is its ability to enhance the...

A spike in grizzly bear sightings leads to question of how to co-exist

Grizzly bear populations across B.C. are starting to recover and experts say it will be more common to see grizzlies both in the wilderness but also potentially closer. The Weather Network's Mia Gordon spoke to an expert about how we can co-exist with grizzly bears.

Prayer notes removed from Jerusalem's Western Wall ahead of Passover holiday

Bunched up notes, placed into crevices of ancient stones of the Western Wall - Judaism's holiest site, were removed on Tuesday ahead of the Jewish holiday of Passover. The notes were placed there by visitors believing their requests might find a way to God. (AP video shot by Alon Bernstein)

Erling Haaland injury: Pep Guardiola issues update ahead of Man City vs Chelsea

Not good news.

Indigenous grandmother, living with 14 people, hopes for federal housing support | Canada Tonight

Debbie Harper is a grandmother from St. Theresa Point First Nation in Manitoba. Her home is in desperate need of repairs — and support. Living in a crowded home with 14 people, she says this year's federal budget might offer a glimmer of hope.

3 ways loneliness can damage your body

Ontario takes action against chemical plant after First Nation members fall ill

The Ontario government is cracking down on a chemical plant after dozens of people in a First Nation became sick this week. Extremely high levels of the cancer-causing chemical benzene were detected in Aamjiwnaang First Nation, south of Sarnia. People there have been exposed to high levels of dangerous pollutants for years. Now, in response to growing public concerns over the spike in benzene readings, the province says it is taking action. But as Global News chief investigative correspondent Carolyn Jarvis reports, the people of Aamjiwnaang have little hope it will amount of change.

4 Questions To Ask Yourself If You Think You Are In A Toxic Relationship

If spending time with your partner feels like it drains, upsets or hurts you, you might be in a toxic relationship. However, it’s not always that easy to tell when you’re in a relationship that’s toxic versus one that’s going through a rough patch — especially if you’re in love and have rose tinted vision. We talked to two relationship experts about how to identify a toxic relationship, and what to do if you’re in one. Julie Schwartz Gottman,...

Patients are paying for surgeries covered by the province

Health-care advocates say patients are unnecessarily paying thousands to private medical clinics for procedures covered by the province, such as cataract surgery. They say many patients are falling for doctors engaging in 'predatory upselling' of services.

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.

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...

These autistic kids denied up to $800 a month because of IQ requirements

While Nova Scotia's Direct Family Support for Children program is meant to provide financial aid to families of kids with disabilities, many kids with autism are being denied the funding because they don't meet the province's definition of an intellectual disability. Celina Aalders reports.

Oregon warns B.C. about drug decriminalization

Oregon is rolling back its groundbreaking drug decriminalization law, following three years of climbing overdoses and fewer people than expected entering treatment. With B.C. now more than a year into its own decriminalization experiment, experts in that state are warning officials here. Paul Johnson has more in the first part of his two-part series.

Toronto woman suing long term care home for negligence

The woman claims her mother suffered a rapid decline in cognition days after she went into the home. Months later it was discovered some medications were mistakenly stopped after she was admitted.

Jody Lynn Roll: 'I have Down syndrome, and I think that's awesome'

Jody is an artist whose work has won awards and toured in California. Through the National accessArts Centre's Film Ensemble program, she's had films screened at festivals like Sled Island and Artifact. For Jody, film is a medium through which she can express herself and showcase the beauty of people with disabilities.

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

Early indicators of dementia: 5 behaviour changes to look for after age 50

Dementia is often thought of as a memory problem, like when an elderly person asks the same questions or misplaces things. In reality, individuals with dementia will not only experience issues in other areas of cognition like learning, thinking, comprehension and judgement, but they may also experience changes in behaviour. It’s important to understand what dementia is and how it manifests. I didn’t imagine my grandmother’s strange behaviours...

Penguins defenceman Kris Letang to get second opinion on ‘significant’ injury

Kris Letang will be getting a second opinion on an injury that has been ailing the Pittsburgh Penguins defenceman all season.

How eating bananas daily can boost your well-being

Eating a banana daily can contribute significantly to a healthier diet, as most people don't consume the recommended servings of fruits and vegetables. According to registered dietitian nutritionist Lauren Manaker, incorporating bananas into your daily diet can be beneficial for getting necessary fruit servings, according to Country Living. Bananas...

How to safely coexist with grizzlies as encounters increase in Canada

A spike in grizzly bear sightings leads to question of how to coexist

Her landlord sold her apartment. Her new unit is the same size — and $700 more a month

CBC News asked renters in Toronto's Liberty Village what they think of renting in Canada's biggest city.

Scientists claim people with this blood type more likely to have early stroke

Research shows that people with blood type A are more likely to suffer from a stroke before the age of 60 compared to people with other blood types, according to a study published in the journal Neurology. Blood types describe a rich variety of chemicals present on the surface of red blood cells. Among the most well-known are those called A and B, ...

Zelensky visits soldiers undergoing medical treatment in Donetsk Oblast

President Volodymyr Zelensky visited the 95th Separate Air Assault Brigade's medical company in Donetsk Oblast on April 19, Ukraine's Presidential Office reported. The situation on Ukraine's eastern front has "significantly deteriorated in recent days," Commander-in-Chief of Ukraine's Armed Forces Oleksandr Syrskyi said on April 13, as Russia rampe...

Disability expert resigns from federal advisory group over benefit program

OTTAWA — One of Canada's leading disability scholars is quitting a federal advisory board, saying the government failed to properly fund the disability benefit. Michael Prince, a professor of social policy at the University of Victoria, says he's deeply disappointed with the Canada Disability Benefit. He's resigning from Disabilities Minister Kamal...

Calgary community rallies to confront series of heartbreaking deaths

Families in Calgary’s South Sudanese community say young adults are dying, often of drug overdose or gang violence, and their peers don’t speak about what happened. Now the community is coming together to find a solution.

Top 4 foods with good fats to lose weight

Fat is an important part of our diet because it gives us energy, helps our cells work, and lets our body take in nutrients and make hormones. If you're trying to lose weight and don't know where to start, consider including the right kinds of fats in your diet, Eating Well reports. The "healthy" fats are unsaturated fats, which come in two main typ...

CAA Manitoba says ‘alarming’ survey results show lack of awareness about driving high

CAA Manitoba says a new survey finds that 27 per cent of Manitoba drivers say they’ve driven a vehicle after consuming edible cannabis.

Liberal and NDP MPs lament departure of longtime Tory MP as Status of Women chair

OTTAWA — Liberal and NDP MPs are lamenting the loss of the longtime Conservative chair of the parliamentary committee on the Status of Women, saying they hope the change doesn't hurt their ability to work together across party lines.  Members of the committee said they were disappointed to learn that Karen Vecchio, lauded as a collaborator, wo...

Shrimp's impact on health and who should avoid them

Shrimp are popular seafood and a rich source of protein, but many people fear them, purportedly due to the "harmfulness" of this product. The material includes data from Nutrients, Food Science and Nutrition websites, among others. Is eating shrimp unsafe for health? Read in the material. The material includes data from Nutrients, Food Science and ...