What would a second Trump presidency look like for health care? – Boston Herald

Julie Rovner, KFF Health News | KFF Health News (TNS) On the presidential campaign trail, former President Donald Trump is, once again, promising to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act — a nebulous goal that became one of his administration’s splashiest policy failures. “We’re going to fight for much better health care than Obamacare. … Read more

How smart marketing, scarce supply and unique colours made the Stanley cup a must-have item

The Stanley Quencher, pictured for sale on the company’s website, is an insulated stainless steel travel mug that’s become extremely popular on social media and among consumers. A dramatic rise in the company’s revenue is being attributed in part to the tumbler. (Stanley) The Stanley cup is so popular these days that even technology giants … Read more

Ottawa may ‘rein in’ temporary resident numbers as housing concerns intensify, minister says

Immigration Minister Marc Miller says he’ll be scrutinizing the number of international students and other non-permanent residents coming into Canada, as political tension builds around the interplay between housing affordability and immigration. In an interview airing Sunday on Rosemary Barton Live, Miller said the relationship between housing and immigration is complex, and it was discussed around … Read more

Stage 4 sarcoma: A 36-year-old Singaporean woman shares her battle with this rare cancer

“I’ve been very positive for the last few years. But the feeling of being hopeful and positive was all gone at that point. Those were dark days,” she said. Her family helped her pull through. Sarcomas are already rare but this type of sarcoma, solitary fibrous tumours occurring in a part of the brain known … Read more

Bigg Boss 16 Contestant Archana Gautam Gets Discharge From Hospital- Shares Health Update – See PIC

Home Entertainment Bigg Boss 16 Contestant Archana Gautam Gets Discharge From Hospital- Shares Health Update – See PIC Former Bigg Boss 16 contestant Archana Gautam recently shared images of getting discharged from hospital. Here’s what we know. Bigg Boss 16 Contestant Archana Gautam Gets Discharge From Hospital- Shares Health Update – See PIC Archana Gautam, … Read more

Canadian customs officers could soon be based in the U.S. for the first time

Canadian customs officers could soon be posted to U.S. border posts on American soil for the first time in history, and American officers could be assigned to work from border posts in Canada, CBC News has learned. “It’s a fundamental shift,” said Mark Weber, president of the union that represents Canadian border officers. “You’re working … Read more

We swabbed GoodLife, Planet Fitness and Anytime Fitness locations to find the germiest piece of equipment

Sweat, heavy breathing, warm temperatures and lots of people — the gym is the perfect environment for bacteria to thrive in, which is why wiping equipment down is a normal part of gym etiquette.  But does a quick wipe really eliminate all those germs? CBC’s Marketplace swabbed equipment at several popular national gym chains to … Read more

Bird Flu Causes Mass Deaths In Fur And Elephant Seal Populations Near Antarctica

The highly contagious bird flu has been found in the sub-Antarctic island of South Georgia, a UK overseas territory accessible only by ship. It has been found in fur and elephant seal populations for the first time in the region. The strain was first detected in brown skua birds on Bird Island in South Georgia … Read more

Thailand Moves To Ban Recreational Cannabis, More Than A Year After Decriminalising It

Thailand’s new government has sought public opinion on draft legislation that intends to ban the recreational use of cannabis, nearly two years after the country decriminalised it. The potential ban was part of the country’s new conservative coalition government’s election promises. The draft bill proposes hefty fines or prison sentences of up to one year … Read more

Federal health minister says he won’t allow Florida to ‘pillage’ the drug supply

Health Minister Mark Holland says Florida’s plan to import cheaper Canadian pharmaceuticals is a non-starter and the federal government will use its regulatory power to ensure the national drug supply does not face any shortages due to actions by a foreign state. “There is no way we will allow any jurisdiction, be it a state or another … Read more