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Rise in number of U.S. doctors looking to move to Canada since Trump's election

Rise in number of U.S. doctors looking to move to Canada since Trump's election

Growing interest is linked to the frustration of U.S. doctors with private insurers, and discontent from obstetricians and family doctors worried about "political interference" in their practices, says Canadian Medical Association president.
New Nova Scotia regulations allow retail cannabis stores owned by Mi'kmaq community

New Nova Scotia regulations allow retail cannabis stores owned by Mi'kmaq community

HALIFAX — Mi’kmaq communities in Nova Scotia will be able to open legal cannabis retail stores on reserve under new provincial regulations.
In tree rings, Concordia researchers peer into Quebec's 19th century climate

In tree rings, Concordia researchers peer into Quebec's 19th century climate

Quebec tree rings dating back nearly 200 years indicate snowpack in the Gaspésie mountains has declined considerably in recent decades, Concordia University researchers suggest in a study that could give further insight into dwindling caribou herds a
Think twice before bailing out of the stock market, financial advisers say

Think twice before bailing out of the stock market, financial advisers say

NEW YORK (AP) — The huge swings rocking Wall Street and the global economy may feel far from normal. But, for investing at least, drops of this size have happened throughout history.
Longtime Washington Post columnist Eugene Robinson is leaving. He cited Bezos' new editorial policy

Longtime Washington Post columnist Eugene Robinson is leaving. He cited Bezos' new editorial policy

Washington Post columnist Eugene Robinson is leaving the newspaper, the second such veteran to exit in the wake of owner Jeff Bezos' directive that the Post narrow the topics covered by its opinion section to personal liberties and the free market.
British police charge comedian Russell Brand with rape and sexual assault

British police charge comedian Russell Brand with rape and sexual assault

LONDON (AP) — British police on Friday charged Russell Brand with rape and sexual assault following an 18-month investigation sparked when four women alleged they had been assaulted by the controversial comedian.
Four space tourists return to Earth after a private flight over Earth's poles

Four space tourists return to Earth after a private flight over Earth's poles

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Four space tourists who orbited the north and south poles returned to Earth on Friday, splashing down in the Pacific to end their privately funded polar tour.
Musical theater's beloved show 'The Last Five Years' finally makes it to Broadway

Musical theater's beloved show 'The Last Five Years' finally makes it to Broadway

NEW YORK (AP) — Nick Jonas was only 9 and portraying a teacup on Broadway when he first heard about a buzzy new musical playing way downtown.
Economy posts biggest job loss since 2022 as U.S. tariffs begin to take their toll

Economy posts biggest job loss since 2022 as U.S. tariffs begin to take their toll

OTTAWA — March saw the Canadian economy post its biggest job loss since January 2022 as the uncertainty caused by U.S. tariffs started to take a toll.
Federal Reserve chief says Trump tariffs likely to raise inflation and slow US economic growth

Federal Reserve chief says Trump tariffs likely to raise inflation and slow US economic growth

ARLINGTON, Va. (AP) — The Trump administration’s expansive new tariffs will likely lead to higher inflation and slower growth, and the Federal Reserve will focus on keeping price increases temporary, Fed Chair Jerome Powell said Friday.