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King Charles III and Queen Camilla have arrived in Canada at the start of a two-day visit widely seen as bolstering the country’s sovereignty amid threats by President Trump to turn the United States’ northern neighbor into the 51st state. The King was met at the airport in the nation’s capital, Ottawa, by dignitaries, including…

A recent image of a plus-sized passenger struggling to fit into an airline seat has sparked a heated debate about seating policies in the airline industry. The photo, shared by consumer advocate Christopher Elliott and reposted by the hip-hop group Pretty Ricky, highlights the difficulties faced by larger passengers. Some argue that passengers who cannot…

Fan Falls from Stands During Pirates Game, Remains in Critical Condition A moment of celebration turned tragic on May 1, 2025, when 20-year-old Kavan Markwood fell about 21 feet from the stands during the seventh inning of a Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Chicago Cubs game at PNC Park. The fall happened after a double by Andrew…

A recent study from McGill University has shown how cannabis use may negatively affect brain development, especially in young adults at risk of psychosis. Researchers found that marijuana can “reduce brain connectivity” by lowering synaptic density — the links between neurons that help the brain communicate. The study, published in JAMA Psychiatry, used advanced brain scans…

Our dogs join us in so many parts of our day in so many places: our homes, friends’ homes, yards, dog parks, beaches, and outdoor trails. And while our dogs walk, run, and jump around with us, they come into contact with dozens of different house plants, trees, garden plants, and more as they’re out…