SUNshine Girl Julie

Summary During a meeting on May 6, 2025, Prime Minister Mark Carney of Canada and U.S. President Donald Trump engaged in discussions aimed at improving bilateral relations, exchanging gifts including a historical photograph and golf gear. While U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum remain unresolved, both leaders reportedly established a more amicable relationship compared to Carney's predecessor, Justin Trudeau. Observers noted the productive nature of the meeting, with Trump expressing respect for Carney and a...

An alligator attacked and killed 61-year-old Cynthia Diekema while she was canoeing with her husband on Lake Kissimmee, Florida. The incident occurred when their canoe drifted over the alligator, causing it to tip over and throw both individuals into the water, where Diekema was bitten. Following the attack, two large alligators were captured in the area, and while authorities continue to investigate, they believe the incident was not predatory, emphasizing the importance of being cautious...

Quebec has become the first Canadian province to mandate that suggested tip amounts on payment terminals be calculated on the subtotal before taxes, rather than the total after taxes, starting from Wednesday. This change aims to alleviate pressure on consumers, as many have been tipping based on inflated post-tax totals, with a survey indicating that 62% of people felt they tipped excessively due to this practice. Additionally, the legislation requires that tipping options be presented...

The recent federal election not only determined a new prime minister but also resulted in significant changes among party leaders, with Jonathan Pedneault stepping down as Green Party co-leader after losing his seat, and the NDP appointing Don Davies as interim leader following Jagmeet Singh's defeat. Andrew Scheer was announced as the interim opposition leader for the Conservatives, stepping in for Pierre Poilievre, who lost his seat and plans to run in a byelection in...

Canadian actor William Shatner appeared on Fox News following a meeting between Prime Minister Mark Carney and President Donald Trump, where Trump suggested making Canada the 51st state. Shatner humorously proposed that Carney counter-offer to the U.S. by suggesting Canada become the 11th province, emphasizing Canada's historical contributions and the seriousness of Trump's initial claim. He noted the ongoing tensions between the two countries, highlighting that both nations should be viewed as noble partners despite...

A new study published in JAMA Neurology debunks “an alleged ‘mystery’ neurological illness” that emerged in New Brunswick six years ago. The research examined 25 cases of patients diagnosed with neurological syndrome of unknown cause (NSUC), finding no support for this diagnosis. Instead, all patients were identified with known conditions like neurodegenerative diseases and traumatic brain injury, with the study concluding a probability of less than .001 for a new disease. The findings emphasize the...