NAFDAC launches campaign to combat drug abuse in schools

NAFDAC launches campaign to combat drug abuse in schools

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has launched an initiative to curb drug abuse in schools nationwide. NAFDAC disclosed this on its X handle on Wednesday. The “Catch Them Young” initiative. aims to educate secondary school students about the dangers of drug abuse and substandard products, empowering them to make … Read more

Former reservist who stormed Rideau Hall to confront PM granted conditional release

Former reservist who stormed Rideau Hall to confront PM granted conditional release

The former Canadian Forces reservist who stormed the grounds of Rideau Hall — the official residence of the Governor General — in an attempt to confront Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has been granted statutory release. Corey Hurren was granted the conditional release last week, according to Parole Board of Canada documents. The Manitoba resident was granted … Read more

Ozempic is changing the way people eat. Snack companies are paying close attention

Ozempic is changing the way people eat. Snack companies are paying close attention

Business With a growing number of North American adults using drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy for weight loss, food companies are carefully watching to see how the craze is impacting their bottom line — and cooking up ways to market their products toward people on the medications. From Coca-Cola to yogurt-maker Danone, companies are monitoring the drug’s … Read more

Oprah Winfrey’s departure from WeightWatchers sends stock tumbling

Oprah Winfrey’s departure from WeightWatchers sends stock tumbling

Former talk show host Oprah Winfrey is leaving the WeightWatchers board of directors and donating millions of dollars in the weight management firm’s stock to charity, the company said Thursday, sending its stock tumbling in early trading. The exit of the media icon and celebrity shareholder, who has been a board member since 2015, comes at a … Read more