Category Archives: Science
‘Grooming’: The ubiquitous buzzword in LGBTQ school debate
Proponents of restrictions on how U.S. public schools address sexual orientation and gender identity say their ultimate goal is to allow parents more involvement in their children's education and ensure classroom materials are age-appropriate.
B.C. doctor alleged to be opposed to COVID-19 regulations suspended during probe
VANCOUVER — The College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia says it has suspended a doctor from practising while it completes an investigation into allegations that he circumvented COVID-19 public health orders. The interim suspension order,...
Americans ease up on masks, virus safeguards: AP-NORC poll
Many Americans have taken significant steps back from once-routine coronavirus precautions, with less than half now saying they regularly wear face masks, avoid crowds and skip nonessential travel.
Quebec continues to report increase in COVID-19 hospitalizations, with 20 new deaths
MONTREAL — Quebec is reporting 20 more deaths today attributed to COVID-19 and a 38-patient increase in hospitalizations. Health authorities say 1,153 people are hospitalized with the disease after 135 patients were admitted and 97 left hospital. Ther...
With war next door, EU is warned on cybersecurity gaps
BRUSSELS (AP) — As Russia’s invasion of Ukraine accelerates European Union defense cooperation, a watchdog said Tuesday that EU institutions face vulnerabilities on another front: cybersecurity. The
Pennsylvania bill targets transgender girls in school sports
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — A Republican proposal to prevent transgender girls from competing in girls' school sports passed the Pennsylvania House Education Committee on Tuesday, over Democratic opposition.
Quebec commits to reforming its pandemic-battered health-care system by 2025
MONTREAL — The Quebec government is giving itself three years to reform its beleaguered health-care system into something that will be a source of pride for citizens, Health Minister Christian Dubé said Tuesday. The sweeping plan Dubé outlined includes...
Ontario launches new plan to prepare for health emergencies, including new bill
TORONTO — Ontario plans to recruit more nurses for underserved communities, boost the pay of personal support workers and make it easier for foreign health professions to get a job. The measures are among several detailed in the province's plan to
EU regulator starts reviewing Spanish COVID vaccine booster
MADRID (AP) — The European Union's drug regulator said Tuesday it has begun an accelerated review process for an experimental coronavirus vaccine booster made by the Spanish company Hipra.
UK police issue 20 fines over ‘partygate’ virus scandal
LONDON (AP) — British police have issued 20 fines over illegal parties held by Prime Minister Boris Johnson and his staff during coronavirus lockdowns — though the recipients don't yet include Johnson, whose hold on power has been threatened by
