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Israel hopes new database will make it medical powerhouse
JERUSALEM – Israel announced Wednesday it was launching a domestic digital health database that could…
Opioid death rates higher in Thunder Bay than elsewhere in Ontario, study finds
TORONTO – Powerful opioid drugs are killing people in the northern city of Thunder Bay…
Alleged errors: Newfoundland man convicted in fatal bar shooting appeals
ST. JOHN’S, N.L. – A Newfoundland man found guilty in the fatal shooting of a…
Five story lines to watch as Blue Jays begin 2018 season
The Toronto Blue Jays begin their 2018 season Thursday with a home game against the…
Highlights from the Ontario budget unveiled on Wednesday
Ontario Finance Minister Charles Sousa has unveiled the Liberal government’s last budget before the spring…
Arkansas says inmate working to “frustrate” execution law
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Lawyers for the state of Arkansas said Wednesday that an inmate…
The Latest: Candidate drops his challenge of US Sen. Wicker
JACKSON, Miss. – The Latest on a U.S. Senate race in Mississippi (all times local):…
The Latest: Nebraska targets abortion providers in budget
LINCOLN, Neb. – The Latest on a Nebraska budget bill aimed at abortion providers (all…
Nebraska on pace to pass budget targeting abortion providers
LINCOLN, Neb. – Nebraska inched closer Wednesday to passing a budget that could deny federal…
Kansas regulators seek to take over 15 nursing homes
TOPEKA, Kan. – Kansas regulators are seeking to take over management of 15 nursing homes…
Chicken nuggets linked to salmonella outbreak
OTTAWA – The Public Health Agency of Canada says it has established a link between…
Federal campaigns have educated millions of youths about dangers of pot:minister
OTTAWA – Health Minister Ginette Petitpas Taylor says the federal government has reached millions of…
Weike Wang’s ‘Chemistry’ wins $25,000 PEN/Hemingway Award
NEW YORK – A novel about a young scientist’s personal and professional journey has won…
The doctor is in: White House physician nominated to lead VA
WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump fired Veterans Affairs Secretary David Shulkin and nominated White House…
Fired VA secretary says privatization advocates doomed him
WASHINGTON – Former Veterans Affairs Secretary David Shulkin is blaming his sudden ouster from the…
Grammy-winning country songwriter Kenny O’Dell dies at 73
NASHVILLE – Grammy Award-winning songwriter Kenny O’Dell has died. O’Dell was 73. Woodbine Funeral Home’s…
Toronto man’s wait for kidney transplant highlights shortage of donors
TORONTO – The family of an 81-year-old Toronto man in need of a kidney transplant…
Pope washes the feet of inmates, reveals he has cataracts
ROME – Pope Francis urged inmates at a Rome prison on Thursday to never let…
Woman obsessed with married man convicted of criminal harassment
TORONTO – A small-town woman who became obsessed with a married man and his family…
A ribbit of hope: Panama frogs hop back after nasty disease
WASHINGTON – After years of silence, the rhythmic dee-dee-deeps of frogs and toads are returning…
Judge declares ‘serial stowaway’ unfit for trial
CHICAGO – A woman dubbed a “serial stowaway” for repeatedly trying to sneak onto commercial…
The Latest: Ohio reviews transgender birth certificate case
COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Latest on transgender people’s efforts to get changes to their birth…
Rusty Staub, legendary original Expo and six-time all-star, dies at 73
MONTREAL – The Montreal Expos’ first year in baseball was a joyous time, and at…
DHS proposal would penalize immigrants who use tax credit
WASHINGTON – The Trump administration is considering a proposal that would penalize immigrants for accepting…