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Psychiatrist had concerns during fitness test for Calgary man accused of murder

Psychiatrist had concerns during fitness test for Calgary man accused of murder

CALGARY — A psychiatrist who deemed a Calgary man fit to stand trial for a fatal attack on a woman three years ago had concerns the accused suffered from an underlying psychotic illness, court heard Monday.
How bugs and beet juice could play roles in the race to replace artificial dyes in food

How bugs and beet juice could play roles in the race to replace artificial dyes in food

ST. LOUIS (AP) — As pressure grows to get artificial colors out of the U.S. food supply, the shift may well start at Abby Tampow’s laboratory desk.
S&P/TSX composite up on federal election day, U.S. stock markets mixed

S&P/TSX composite up on federal election day, U.S. stock markets mixed

Canada's main stock index saw a modest uplift Monday as the federal election campaign came to an end, while U.S. markets were mixed ahead of earnings reports from tech heavyweights. The S&P/TSX composite index was up 88.08 points at 24,798.59.
FDA scrutiny of Novavax COVID-19 vaccine sparks uncertainty about other shots

FDA scrutiny of Novavax COVID-19 vaccine sparks uncertainty about other shots

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration's effort to impose new requirements on Novavax's COVID-19 vaccine — the nation's only traditional protein-based option for the coronavirus — is sowing uncertainty about updates to other vaccines, too.
Inside The Atlantic magazine's circuitous route to interviews with Trump

Inside The Atlantic magazine's circuitous route to interviews with Trump

Writers Ashley Parker and Michael Scherer of The Atlantic say they've learned one thing during their years of covering President Donald Trump : His first word is rarely his last one.
US stocks end mostly higher at the start of a week full of potential swings

US stocks end mostly higher at the start of a week full of potential swings

NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stock indexes shook off a midday slump and ended mostly higher at the start of a week packed with several potential flashpoints for markets. The S&P 500 edged up 0.1% Monday, its fifth gain in a row.
Cannes unveils jury including Halle Berry and Jeremy Strong

Cannes unveils jury including Halle Berry and Jeremy Strong

CANNES, France (AP) — Halle Berry , Jeremy Strong and Indian filmmaker Payal Kapadia will be among the jury members at this year's Cannes Film Festival deciding the Palme d'Or winner.
After 'The Idol,' Abel Tesfaye's new movie 'Hurry Up Tomorrow' brought 'joy back into filmmaking'

After 'The Idol,' Abel Tesfaye's new movie 'Hurry Up Tomorrow' brought 'joy back into filmmaking'

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Abel Tesfaye has always known he wanted to pursue a career in cinema. He sees his meteoric rise to fame as one of today’s biggest pop superstars under the moniker The Weeknd as a detour to make that happen.
Board change needed at Parkland, but not as drastic as dissident wants: advisory firm

Board change needed at Parkland, but not as drastic as dissident wants: advisory firm

CALGARY — A prominent shareholder advisory firm says it agrees with activist investor Simpson Oil that board change is needed at fuel retailer and refiner Parkland Corp., but is stopping short of calling for a complete overhaul.
Autopsy confirms Gene Hackman died from heart disease, notes his Alzheimer's and prolonged fasting

Autopsy confirms Gene Hackman died from heart disease, notes his Alzheimer's and prolonged fasting

A toxicology report says Hackman tested negative for alcohol and intoxicating drugs, but that he had a low concentration of acetone in his system that indicates prolonged fasting.
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