Beyond Local

BEYOND LOCAL: Why some songbirds make migratory pit-stops to replace worn and ragged feathers

For migratory birds, there are three energetically demanding events they must undertake each year: breeding, migration and moult

Apr 18, 2021 8:55 PM Read more >

<b>CANADA:</b> How you can use social media to help debunk COVID-19 misinformation

CANADA: How you can use social media to help debunk COVID-19 misinformation

The #ScienceUpFirst campaign targets online misinformation about COVID-19 that can endanger public health

Apr 18, 2021 9:25 AM Read more >

<b>BEYOND LOCAL:</b> Too much sitting is bad for you — but some types are better than others

BEYOND LOCAL: Too much sitting is bad for you — but some types are better than others

Everyday environments and activities, from transportation to screen time to eating, are tailored nearly exclusively to prolonged sitting

Apr 17, 2021 8:55 PM Read more >

<b>WORLD:</b> Funeral to praise Philip's 'courage' and support for queen

WORLD: Funeral to praise Philip's 'courage' and support for queen

Philip died on April 9 at the age of 99

Apr 17, 2021 9:52 AM Read more >

<b>BEYOND LOCAL:</b> How to cope with pandemic fatigue by imagining metaphors

BEYOND LOCAL: How to cope with pandemic fatigue by imagining metaphors

Metaphors are figures of speech that imply likeness; they can be useful tools in dealing with pandemic fatigue

Apr 17, 2021 9:25 AM Read more >

<b>BEYOND LOCAL:</b> How pets become pests

BEYOND LOCAL: How pets become pests

Some people are keeping ants as pets, but they should be very cautious

Apr 16, 2021 8:55 PM Read more >

<b>CANADA:</b> Expectations high as Trudeau Liberals get ready to unveil first pandemic budget

CANADA: Expectations high as Trudeau Liberals get ready to unveil first pandemic budget

Expectations on the budget are sky-high, said Elliot Hughes, a one-time adviser to former finance minister Bill Morneau

Apr 16, 2021 5:20 PM Read more >

<b>CANADA:</b> How you can tune in to Prince Philip's funeral online

CANADA: How you can tune in to Prince Philip's funeral online

Those close to the monarchy say there is every indication the Duke of Edinburgh would have wanted it this way, small and non-traditional

Apr 16, 2021 4:56 PM Read more >

<b>COVID-19:</b> Doctors say lowering age cut-off for AstraZeneca vaccine makes sense as cases surge

COVID-19: Doctors say lowering age cut-off for AstraZeneca vaccine makes sense as cases surge

Health Canada has deemed the vaccine safe, saying the benefits outweigh the risks

Apr 16, 2021 4:41 PM Read more >

<b>CANADA:</b> Incoming supply of Moderna vaccine slashed in half through end of April

CANADA: Incoming supply of Moderna vaccine slashed in half through end of April

Procurement Minister Anita Anand says Moderna will ship 650,000 doses of its vaccine to Canada by the end of the month, instead of the expected 1.2 million

Apr 16, 2021 12:03 PM Read more >