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The Conservative party initially believed they had decisively defeated the Liberal party in January, only to face a surprising resurgence catalyzed by Donald Trump's comments about Canada becoming the 51st state. Internal polling had suggested the Liberals were on the verge of collapse, prompting Justin Trudeau's resignation as his unpopularity grew, allowing Mark Carney to emerge as a strong contender. Conservative attacks on both Trudeau and NDP leader Jagmeet Singh backfired, demonstrating a scorched-earth strategy...

Google searches for cortisol, the main stress hormone, have risen 110% in the U.S. over the past year, with trends like “cortisol trigger foods” gaining popularity, though scientists warn against the idea of detoxing this vital hormone. Cortisol, produced by the adrenal glands, is crucial for regulating immune response, energy conversion, and the sleep-wake cycle, following a daily rhythm that peaks in the morning and decreases by evening. While an acute stress response is beneficial,...

The Parole Board of Canada is recommending that Harvey Joseph Venus, a dangerous offender with a history of sexual offenses against minors, face charges for violating his long-term supervision order. Released in February 2024, Venus was caught driving without a license and with a stolen registration, prompting the board to conclude he poses a substantial risk to society. They have suggested he be charged with failing to comply with the supervision order, which could result...

Following the recent federal election loss, Conservative MP Scott Aitchison emphasized the need for the Conservative Party of Canada to strengthen ties with provincial conservative parties, acknowledging existing rifts highlighted by Ontario Premier Doug Ford's lack of support for Pierre Poilievre's campaign. Despite Poilievre's leadership resulting in the party gaining 24 seats, critiques emerged regarding campaign management. Support for Poilievre persists among party members, though reflections on the campaign's logistics suggest improvements are necessary for...

SummaryNova Scotia Premier Tim Houston addressed rumors regarding his ambitions to lead the Conservative Party of Canada, suggesting he is not actively pursuing the position. He did acknowledge, however, that he has been taking French lessons, recognizing the importance of bilingualism for federal party leaders. This statement reflects Houston's awareness of the expectations surrounding leadership roles at the federal level while attempting to downplay speculation about his political aspirations. Full Article

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced proposed changes to legislation that would simplify the process for citizens to initiate referendums on provincial issues, citing concerns about potential support for separatism following a Liberal election win. The new elections bill would lower the required signatures for a constitutional referendum to 10% of general election turnout, extend the signature collection period from 90 to 120 days, and eliminate the riding-level signature threshold. While Smith supports Alberta remaining in...