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Loneliness Defined My 20s But Now I’m Happier Than Ever

It is embarrassing — shameful almost — to admit to being lonely in your 20s. At least that’s how I felt about it at the time. For a significant part of my third decade, I was isolated and uncomfortable about even acknowledging it. In some ways that uncomfortableness came from the fact I wasn’t actually alone. I had family within an hour’s travel, a loving partner to share my bed with, and long-held friends on the other end of a phone line. It...

The Most Important Icons of the '90s

From celebrities you might have forgotten to the all-time greats.

Fallout is already 'better than The Last Of Us' say viewers

The new Fallout series on Prime Video has just dropped and some fans are already saying it's the best adaptation of a video game ever, even better than the widely critically-acclaimed The Last Of Us. Fallout is a post-apocalyptic role-playing video game series that sees players trying to navigate the US following a nuclear war. Ahead of the war, fa...

Trump Media stock slides again to bring it more than 66% below its peak as euphoria fades

NEW YORK (AP) — The stock price for Donald Trump's social media company slid again Monday, pushing it more than 66% below its peak set late last month. Trump Media & Technology Group closed down 18.4% at $26.61 as more of the euphoria that surrounded the stock fades. It's a sharp comedown since nearing $80 after the owner of Truth Socialmerged with a shell company to get its stock trading on the Nasdaq under the symbol “DJT,” for Trump's...

Why Vancouver’s food culture is changing — and restaurants are struggling to stay open

Food and wine columnist Shiva Reddy delves into why so many Vancouver restaurants have closed in recent months, citing the struggle to cover expenses amid declining foot traffic, rising debts and changing consumer habits as factors.

Ritchie's tale of ungentlemanly warfare aims to be fun

By Hanna Rantala LONDON (Reuters) - With his latest movie "The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare", which is inspired by a real World War Two mission, director Guy Ritchie aims to shine a light on a historically significant event yet still make it fun. The movie is a fictional retelling of Operation Postmaster, a 1941-42 raid on German and Italian ships off the coast of West Africa, carried out

Russian ballet shows in South Korea cancelled for a second time

SEOUL (Reuters) - A ballet show in South Korea featuring principal dancers from Russia's Bolshoi Ballet was cancelled a day before opening night, the organiser said on Monday, amid tensions between Seoul and Moscow over Ukraine and North Korea. The last minute cancellation came after Seoul performances of a ballet starring Svetlana Zakharova, a Ukrainian-born Russian prima ballerina and a vocal

Playing Prognosticator: What comes next for UFC 300’s winning fighters?

A great deal transpired at UFC 300 and now it’s time to sift through the results to figure out what comes next for the winners and the divisions they represent.

Eight Ends: Gushue, Tirinzoni wrap up an unreal season with Players’ Championship wins

Eight Ends is your source for news, insight and analysis from the Grand Slam of Curling. This edition features takeaways from the Princess Auto Players’ Championship. We’d also tip our hat to Gushue after that shot for the win.

15 things you must do in Venice, Italy

There are a million things to do in Venice, but there are only 15 things you can't go without.

Hundreds gather to remember Rick Boland

The larger-than-life figure in both the N.L. arts scene and left-wing politics was celebrated at an event in Gower Street United Church on Sunday. Bobbie Boland, Mary Walsh and Bill Coultas speak to the CBC’s William Ping about Boland and his legacy.

The 10 Best Guitar Soloists of All Time

With multiple ways to learn, find something that suits your time, your level, and your budget In the world of music, there are many different types of genres and styles. But one genre that seems to stand out from the rest is rock ‘n’ roll. Within this genre, one of the most popular styles is electric guitar solos. And within electric guitar solos, ...

Psychologist explains why we don't understand our desires

The lack of understanding of one's own desires often accompanies adults and entails many problems, mostly those related to society. Why exactly we fail to understand our desires, according to psychologist Oleksandr Tsurkan. Why we don't understand our desires Everyone in childhood heard certain instructions at times when they simply didn't know wha...

Psychologist explained how to maintain passion in long-term relationships

At the beginning of a relationship, there is a passionate stage for every couple when you simply can't get enough of each other. However, with time, this fades, and many couples encounter a loss of interest. What can help maintain passion in relationships, according to psychologist Dmytro Ostapenko. How to keep passion alive in long-term relationsh...

‘Civil War’ declares victory at the box office, toppling 'Godzilla x Kong'

Alex Garland’s provocative “ Civil War ” didn’t only ignite the discourse. The film also inspired audiences to go to the cinemas this weekend where it surpassed expectations and earned $25.7 million in ticket sales in North America, according to studio estimates Sunday. It’s the biggest R-rated opening of the year to date and a record for A24, the ...

Forget music streaming. Cassette tape revival is going strong

Cassette tapes are seeing a resurgence among long-time collectors, new fans and local bands. In Halifax, there's even a company that will put digital music on analog tape.

‘Fallout’ TV show: Walton Goggins on playing The Ghoul, minus a nose

Based on the immensely popular video game series, 'Fallout' tells the story of a world rocked by nuclear bomb strikes, and how humanity struggles to survive against all odds.

Fast vs slow walking: Which burns calories faster?

Does how fast you walk impact how you burn calories? Find out the truth here.

“Safe Settling” Could Be Holding You Back From A Fulfilling Job

If you reflect honestly on your past career moves, how motivated to job hunt were you when your job was unbearable, compared with the times you’ve been unsatisfied yet comfortable? After all, it’s human nature. Freudian theory, according to the pleasure–pain principle, says we’re conditioned to move away from pain and towards pleasure. If something is bang in the middle, we can get stuck. Your job might not set your soul on fire, but it doesn’t...

Doctor shares what happens to our bodies moments before we die

'It's not a frightening mental state to be in, it's a state of not knowing anything.'

Outrage as CBS cuts Billy Joel performance during 'Piano Man'

For those that couldn't get tickets or go themselves, loads of Billy Joel fans had been waiting patiently to watch coverage of his historic 100th Madison Square Garden concert on TV. Coverage of it is understood to have been heavily advertised through the CBS network to create a lot of hype for it. It didn't get off to the best of starts as the bro...

Trump to be first former US president in history to face criminal charges

Donald Trump arrived at a Manhattan court for a historic criminal trial stemming from a hush-money payment to a porn star. Trump, 77, is the first former U.S. president to face a criminal trial. He is required to attend the trial in Manhattan, which could last through May. Jury selection is expected to take about a week, followed by witness testimo...

Judge set to hear motion to dismiss rapper Travis Scott from lawsuit over deadly Astroworld concert

A judge in Texas is set to hear arguments Monday in rap star Travis Scott’s request to be dismissed from a lawsuit over the deadly 2021 Astroworld festival in Houston. Scott headlined the concert during which 10 people were killed as authorities and festival organizers responded to a massive crowd surge and tried to shut down the show. Last week, t...

Top beauty picks for a sensational skin glow

Our style expert Susie Wall breaks down the must-have beauty trends for the spring season.

The secret to a successful video game is bad graphics and no story - Reader’s Feature

A reader asks why publishers are obsessed with high-end graphics and complex storytelling when none of the most popular games have either.

14 cancelled Netflix shows that everybody wants back

Fans are still weeping and hoping.

Fallout 4 finally gets long-awaited update after initial series success

The developer behind the most recent entries in the Fallout video game series has released details of an update fans have been clamouring for. Fallout is a post-apocalyptic role-playing video game series that sees players trying to navigate the US following a nuclear war. The popular franchise has recently been made into a TV series which dropped o...

What’s The Difference Between Polyamory & An Open Relationship?

So much of what we understand about relationships and love comes not only from the people we know, but the TV shows, movies, and books we consume. The problem is, pop culture doesn’t always get everything right, and examples of polyamory and open relationships, in particular, aren’t always accurate. Now that ethical non-monogamy (ENM) has become a more common term and practice in modern relationships, it’s time we have a conversation about the...

Does your dog understand what you're saying? A new study says yes

Dogs can understand more than we thought, according to a new study. (Mar 29)

Endangered Bornean orangutan born at Busch Gardens in Florida

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — An endangered Bornean orangutan baby has been welcomed into the world at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay in Florida. The baby orangutan was delivered by cesarean section on Saturday, weighing just over three pounds (1.3 kilograms), park officials said. The mother, Luna, is recuperating from surgery and will be reunited with the baby once...

Everything that happens to your body when you drink alcohol

The key to healthy kids is risky outdoor play, researchers say

Running free, taking chances and even getting hurt are essential to healthy childhood development, says the Canadian Paediatric Society. A new study says engaging in risky outdoor behaviour with peers is key to kids’ mental, physical and social health.

Francesca Amewudah-Rivers Is Playing Juliet. The Racists Who Think She Shouldn’t Just Don’t Get Shakespeare

When it was announced that Francesca Amewudah-Rivers would be making her London West-End debut starring as Juliet alongside Hollywood actor Tom Holland as Romeo, it should have been a celebratory moment. Instead, the young actor — who has already starred in productions of Othello, Macbeth as well as a BBC drama — was faced with a heartbreaking, but all too familiar, sequence of events in which she received thousands of racist and misogynistic...

8 of Netflix’s best 90-minute movies for when you’re short on time

9 of the wildest urban legends in Disney history – and which ones are true

Paris Hilton backs California bill to bring more transparency to youth treatment facilities

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Paris Hilton joined California state lawmakers Monday to push for legislation aimed at cracking down on the industry that cares for troubled teens by requiring more transparency from youth treatment facilities. The bill supported by the Hilton Hotel heiress and media personality aims to pry open information on how short-te...

How Much Do You Need to Earn to Live in a Major U.S. City?

Living in a major metropolitan area doesn’t come cheap. To survive comfortably you’ll need to earn at least six figures, according to a new study. If you’re single, you’ll need to earn at least $96,500 a year before taxes, and two parents supporting two children will need at least $235,000, Knewz.com has learned. The above salaries are required to ...

Poll reveals how Canadians feel about artificial intelligence

Like it, or not, A.I. plays a significant part in all of our lives, and it's expanding by the day. Melissa Duggan speaks with Angela Mondou, the CEO of Technation, about a new poll measuring the level concern Canadians have when it comes to A.I.

Acquisition of Grand Slam of Curling is about to 'blow up the roaring game'

The Curling Group founder Nic Sulsky explains the changes he hopes to bring to the newly acquired curling circuit alongside supporters John Morris and Jennifer Jones.

GM plans to move headquarters to different building in Detroit-source

DETROIT (Reuters) - General Motors is moving its headquarters deeper into downtown Detroit after spending more than 20 years in its riverfront home at the Renaissance Center, a person familiar with the matter said on Monday. A spokesperson could not immediately be reached to comment, but the U.S. automaker has scheduled a press conference at 4:30 pm ET with CEO Mary Barra and Dan Gilbert, an

Nintendo Switch 2 'evolution not revolution' says expert

The Switch 2 console is likely to be "evolution not revolution" according to a video games expert but says "when it comes to Nintendo, don't rule anything out". It was reported Nintendo's latest console could be released in 2024 but it's since been said the Switch 2 is likely to launch sometime in 2025, the same year that GTA 6 comes out. Specific ...

What to do if you wake up at night and can't get back to sleep, according to expert

Getting a decent night's sleep is important for our health, but a lot of us don't get the recommended eight hours. Three-quarters of Brits get less than eight hours of sleep, while one in six get by on less than six hours each night, according to YouGov. Meanwhile across the pond, over 17 per cent of adults had trouble staying asleep most days or e...

The OJ Simpson saga was a unique American moment. 3 decades on, we're still wondering what it means

NEW YORK (AP) — A dog’s plaintive wail. A courtroom couplet-turned-cultural catchphrase about gloves. A judge and attorneys who became media darlings and villains. A slightly bewildered houseguest elevated, briefly, into a slightly bewildered celebrity. Troubling questions about race that echo still. The beginning of the Kardashian dynasty. An epic...

Iconic Israeli singer and actress Naomi Polani passes away at 96

In 2018, president Reuven Rivlin honored Polani with the President’s Award, which coincided with her 90th birthday and the 70th anniversary of the founding of the state.

Bluey season finale hits a nerve with kids and parents

The Australian animated kids' series Bluey is bringing many parents to tears as the family looks to uproot their lives so the dad can move to a new job. Experts say the show is able to appeal to both kids and adults by tackling difficult topics in a nuanced way.

Iconic tourist attraction makes major change affecting thousands of visitors

It said people were 'abusing' the accessibility provision.

Searching for vinyl at Ontario's largest record show

More than 60 vendors were on hand at the Toronto-Mississauga Vinyl Records and Collectibles Show, helping to emphasize the resurgence of the traditional format. CityNews' Rob Leth reports.

Netflix horror scores a perfect 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes

Lose weight without going to gym: Simple tips to follow

Losing weight can be challenging for those who dislike exercising. While healthy eating and regular physical activity are crucial, incorporating unexpected and enjoyable activities into your daily routine can help burn more calories and maintain motivation on the path to a healthier lifestyle, writes New York Post. In particular, the article shares...

Does microdosing mushrooms work? Science is trying to find out

More people are turning to microdosing psilocybin — known as magic mushrooms — to treat mental health concerns. CBC’s Nick Purdon hears from the Canadians who swear it works and the researchers trying to find out what the science says.