It’s been more than a decade since the last Summer Paralympics went off without major controversy. In 2016, Zika Virus concerns were compounded when, two weeks before the Games, the …
As It Happens6:1612-year-old girl wins Maryland’s top fishing prize When Lucy Moore, 12, was asked who is better at fishing — her or her dad — she did not hesitate …
A gold medal win by Canadian Philip Kim at the Paris Olympics in breaking has introduced the world to the sport and its culture that is all about peace, love …
Canada won a gold medal. Australia became a meme. At times, even the commentators weren’t sure what to say. Love it or LOL it, it’s safe to say breaking’s debut made …
A German HIV patient who is in remission following a stem cell transplant from a donor with genes that are partially resistant to the disease is giving researchers new hope …
Kelsey Mitchell of Sherwood Park, Alta., will look to defend her Olympic sprint cycling title as part of Canada’s cycling team at this summer’s Paris Games. Mitchell, who won gold …
If you fancy a burger and crinkle-cut fries, U.S. fast-casual joint Shake Shack is dipping a toe into the Canadian market — but its success could depend on customers willing to fork …
A diet promoting plant-based protein to help the environment now has a more human argument: It may lower your risk of dying from several major diseases. “It wasn’t just one …
A Calgary medical clinic is working to tackle the shortage of family physicians by empowering other health-care providers to play key roles in patient care. Faced with a waitlist of thousands …
Deodorant for your armpits? Sure. Deodorant for your butt crack? Well … it exists, and it’s trending. Big brands like Secret, Dove, Native and Old Spice have recently started selling whole-body …