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Remembrance Day around the world: Getting ready for November 11, 2018
On November 11, people all over the world pause for a moment to remember those who have died in the line of duty. As the Commonwealth countries are preparing for the sombre day, here are some of the events that have happened in the days leading up to Remembrance Day 2018.
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Faces and scenes from the Second World War
In honour of Remembrance Day, take a look back at some of the Canadian faces and scenes from the Second World War.
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How to deal with anxiety in the workplace
When it comes to dealing with anxiety in the workplace, many find it a challenging path to navigate.
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The difference between anxiety and anxiety disorder - and why having anxiety might benefit you
We often hear people say "I'm feeling anxious" about a situation or an upcoming event. But is that the same thing as someone that has an anxiety disorder?
Yahoo Canada NewsVOTE: Should turban-wearing Sikhs be exempt from wearing helmets on motorcycles?
The Progressive Conservative government says that the exemption will recognize the religious expression of Sikh motorcycle riders. “I have been calling for a helmet exemption for turbaned Ontario Sikh motorcyclists for several years now,” said Prabmeet Sarkaria, the MPP for Brampton South, in a statement
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How anxiety manifests itself across Canada
"It manifests with worrying. About everything," wrote one Yahoo user. "Going to the extreme possibility. Even irrational."
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Brace yourself: Toronto is going from 'shorts to jackets' in 24 hours
Oh Canada, you knew this was coming. Southwestern Ontario has been experiencing unusually warm weather, but that’s about to change, according to Brett Anderson, a senior meteorologist with AccuWeather. Both Toronto and Montreal reached record highs from 26 to 29 C this week, but there’s a downside
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Is anxiety curable? Why that's the wrong question to ask
"The kind of bottom line of 'Can an anxiety disorder get better with treatment whether that's psychotherapy or medication or both?' Yes absolutely."
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Why you should never wash uncooked turkey
This Thanksgiving dinner mistake could give you food poisoning.
Yahoo Canada News'Record' heat set to scorch Ontario and Quebec, as snow covers western Canada
Calgary was buried in an unseasonably large amount of snow this week, but the rest of the country – except for the Prairies – is safe for the moment. Yahoo Canada News asked the weather expert if the influx of snow in the west means a doom-and-gloom winter ahead for the rest of the country. “I wouldn
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Tell us: How does your anxiety manifest itself?
In a new series debuting next month, we explore why anxiety is so prevalent.
Yahoo Canada NewsVideo highlights from the 2018 Emmy Awards
Missed the 2018 Emmys? Here are all the biggest highlights – including a surprise proposal!
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Readers react: Turns out, Canadian border agents aren't that bad
With millions of travellers passing through the border every year, the number of complaints is a tiny fraction of all interactions, but still something to be taken seriously. “We crossed almost every single weekend during the winter for almost 30 years (to go skiing) Maybe once we encountered a negative
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VOTE: Should reusable sanitary products be subsidized by the government?
Citizens can receive a subsidy of up to $200 a year cloth diapers and $100 every two years for reusable menstrual products. “There are two things we’re looking at here: we want to do all we can for the environment, but we also want to help families save money,” said borough Mayor Sue Montgomery to CBC
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Tell us: Have you ever had a bad experience with a Canadian border official?
Have you ever had an uncomfortable encounter with a Canadian border agent? Whether it’s travelling on land or air, Canadians have come out in scores to reveal their displeasure with frontline workers. Some of the 105 complaints include allegations of racism, rudeness and disrespectful language by CBSA
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Canada's weather a mixed bag for the long weekend
Summer is coming to a close, which means it’s time for the final long weekend of the warm months: Labour Day weekend. The sticky weather that the southern parts of Ontario and Quebec experienced earlier in the week is returning for the weekend, but not nearly as intense, explained Brett Anderson, a
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What's with all this extreme heat? When the Ontario heat wave will break
The hot and humid conditions have been extremely uncomfortable, with humidex values upto 40 C and little to no relief with overnight temperatures. “What’s causing it is basically a strong ridge of high pressure high in the atmosphere,” explained Brett Anderson, a senior meteorologist with AccuWeather
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Vote: Do you still think Toronto is a safe city?
People light candles and leave photos of 18-year-old victim Reese Fallon at a memorial remembering the victims of a shooting on Sunday evening on Danforth, Ave. in Toronto on Monday, July 23, 2018. The deadly shooting spree in Toronto’s Greektown that left two victims dead comes just months after the
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PHOTOS: The Toronto Danforth shooting
Just over a week ago, Reese Fallon, 18, and Julianna Kozis, 10, were killed in a shooting rampage on Toronto’s Danforth Avenue. Today, they will be put to rest in two different private events. Thirteen others are in recovery from injuries during the shooting after Faisal Hussain, 29, opened fire along
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Tell us: What do you think of Ford's decision to revert back to old sex-ed curriculum?
Ontario Premier Doug Ford walks down the grand staircase as he waits for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at the Ontario Legislature, in Toronto on Thursday, July 5, 2018. Ontario Premier Doug Ford has made good on his campaign promise to repeal the province’s current sex education curriculum. Lisa Thompson
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Ontario and Quebec will have a 'sweltering' heatwave for Canada Day
Canada Day weekend is going to be hot — very, very hot. Brett Anderson, a senior meteorologist for Accuweather gave Yahoo Canada News the rundown of the upcoming holiday across the nation, and it looks like summer is finally here. “The worst of the heat is going to probably be Sunday, but Saturday
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Kat Von D's fans are not happy that she's an anti-vaxxer
Reality star and makeup mogul Kat Von D, announced last week that she will not be vaccinating her baby when he is born. If you don’t know what it’s like have people around you think you are ridiculous, try being openly vegan.
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Why you should never wash your uncooked chicken
Giving your poultry a quick rinse under the tap is not only unhealthy -- in some cases, it can even be potentially fatal.
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What summer? Newfoundland to be walloped by up to 30 cm of snow
If you’ve already taken out your patio furniture, bring it back inside – Mother Nature is sending one last snow storm to Newfoundland, even though it’s almost June. “Temperatures will drop across much of central Newfoundland and we’re expecting expecting a lot of heavy snow across a good chunk of central
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Why Meghan Markle's new title is so special
"Very symbolic and very appropriate choice."
