Myth-Busting: The COVID-19 Virus Was Not Created in a Lab
Despite the claims of some conspiracy theories, the coronavirus originated in nature A study looking into the origins of…
The Pandemic Seems to Be Causing Weird Dreams
Retirees have a lot to offer young people, and they get much in return for sharing By Wendy Haaf Photo: iStock/industryview. The first time we spoke on the phone, on an afternoon in October 2019, Liz Martorano was in a…
Beware of Fake N95 Masks
Health Canada is warning that fraudulent N95 masks are being sold in Canada Health Canada has issued a warning…
What Financial Help Can You Get?
Here’s a guide to federal economic relief By Erika Morris Photo: iStock/bob_bosewell. Over the last month, Canadians’ work lives have completely…
Virtual Tours Can Whisk You to Ancient Egypt
Egypt’s Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities lets you see the sites virtually By Erika Morris Photo: iStock/Sergey Denisenko. Have you ever…
Making It Easier on the Ears
People are churning out bits of plastic that make protective masks less painful for healthcare workers By Erika Morris Photo: iStock/RapidEye.…
Promising News in the Fight Against COVID-19
Within the same week, both a possible vaccine and an antiviral drug have been identified Researchers from the University…
Don’t Count on Herd Immunity to End the Pandemic
Exposing the population to COVID-19 to spread immunity won’t work, experts say An idea you might hear about or…
The Salvation Army’s Crisis Response
Advertorial — As the COVID-19 (coronavirus) threat continues, The Salvation Army remains committed to bringing hope and help to the…
COVID Emergency Relief Benefits Are Taxable
You’ll have to include any benefits in your total income for this year By April 7—the second day on…