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Elizabeth May says she won’t lead Green Party into next federal election – National

19Aug

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Elizabeth May says she won’t lead Green Party into next federal election – National

By Catherine Morrison The Canadian Press Posted August 19, 2025 5:22 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size Green Party Leader Elizabeth May says she won’t lead the party into the next election. In an email to members, May says she intends to stay on as an MP and as party leader until a new leader is elected. Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. May says she wants to grow the party’s parliamentary caucus before stepping down, while focusing...

Ukraine hopeful Canada will ‘actively’ be part of future security guarantee – National

19Aug

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Ukraine hopeful Canada will ‘actively’ be part of future security guarantee – National

Ukraine would like to see Canada “actively participating” in future security guarantees as part of a long-term peace deal to end the Russian war, a top diplomat said Tuesday as allies began discussing what such a plan could look like. Prime Minister Mark Carney on Tuesday joined a virtual meeting to discuss next steps for securing peace in Ukraine with European and other international leaders, including those who participated in Monday’s talks with U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House. NATO military chiefs are set to continue that conversation in a meeting on Wednesday.“The Prime Minister affirmed Canada’s steadfast commitment to supporting these efforts – reinforced by further diplomatic engagement, continued military and economic pres...

Terence Stamp, U.K. actor who played General Zod in early Superman films, dies at 87 – National

19Aug

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Terence Stamp, U.K. actor who played General Zod in early Superman films, dies at 87 – National

Terence Stamp, the British actor who often played the role of a complex villain, including that of General Zod in the early Superman films, has died. He was 87. His death on Sunday was disclosed in a death notice published online, prompting a wave of tributes from and an array of fans and those close to him within the industry, including the British Academy of Film and Television Arts, or BAFTA.The London-born Stamp started his film career with 1962’s seafaring Billy Budd, for which he earned Oscar and BAFTA award nominations.His six decades in the business were peppered with highlights, including his touching portrayal of the trans Bernadette in 1994’s The Adventure of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, the second of his two BAFTA nominations.But it will be his portrayal of the bearded Zod i...

Alien Earth episode 3: When and where to watch in India

19Aug

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Alien Earth episode 3: When and where to watch in India

The previous episode of Alien: Earth stresses on tensions between two rival organisations. The second episode had two key events: a reunion and a shocking secret coming out. Now, all eyes are on episode 3, titled Metamorphosis, wherein the team will be seen arriving home with something unexpected. In addition to this, a new talent discovery is also made. Alien: Earth Episode 3 release date and time Episode 2 concludes with the hybrid crew from Prodigy discovering a new set of Xenomorph eggs. This hints at the existence of a Queen species. Now everyone is eagerly awaiting the third episode to know more about what happens next. The new episode will be dropping on August 19, 2025, at 8 pm ET/ 5 pm PT. However, the episode will release a day later on August 20, 202,5 at 5.30 AM IST in India...

I Really Like This Ryobi Cordless Planer, and It’s Almost 50% Off Right Now

19Aug

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I Really Like This Ryobi Cordless Planer, and It’s Almost 50% Off Right Now

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. I often find that my personal woodworking projects are made from cheaper, recycled or rough-cut boards to save money, but that also means that I spend more time sanding and smoothing for a good quality finish. Using a planer to shape your boards and level out the surface makes finishing a project faster, but if you’re a home woodworker, you might have noticed that planers can be pricey. This 18-volt 3 ¼” Ryobi cordless planer is a good home-shop-grade planer, and it’s on sale for $67.75, 48% off its regular price. What a planer is good forA planer is most commonly thought of as a tool for shaving down a door so it will fit in the jam...

Mumbai doctors warn against surge in kidney stone cases during monsoon

19Aug

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Mumbai doctors warn against surge in kidney stone cases during monsoon

The monsoon season in Mumbai is far from over, and among several health issues that accompany rainy days, health experts have also observed a surge in kidney stone cases in the city and suburbs. Traditionally considered a condition affecting middle-aged men, kidney stones are also being observed in young adults and women, with patients presenting symptoms like severe pain, recurrent infections, and other complications. Explaining the condition, Dr Nasreen Gite, consultant urologist at Apollo Spectra Hospital in Mumbai, says, “Urinary stones are hard mineral deposits that form in the kidneys when substances like calcium, oxalate, and uric acid become concentrated in the urine. The number of kidney stone cases are rising in young adults and women because people often drink less water as th...

Google’s AI Search Might Recommend You Call a Scammer

19Aug

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Google’s AI Search Might Recommend You Call a Scammer

Despite its rapid integration in nearly every facet of daily life, AI technology is not perfect. While it might seem like generative AI knows everything, it can make mistakes, or make up information entirely. That's why it's concerning to tech reporters like myself that companies are adding AI tech to tool so many people rely on and take for granted. Search is one of those tools. Since the late 90s, we've been conditioned to rely on search results to find the information we're looking for. For many of us, that means loading up Google, entering a search, and accepting the first page of results, sometimes the first result or two alone. Now, with Google's AI Overviews taking over the top of most search results, many of us simply glance at the AI-generated result and take it at face value.Ther...

From frizz to fab: Your ultimate monsoon hair care survival guide

19Aug

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From frizz to fab: Your ultimate monsoon hair care survival guide

Monsoons bring a welcome respite from the summer heat, but it can wreak havoc on our hair. The surge in humidity disrupts the scalp and hair`s delicate balance, leading to frizz, limpness, and breakage. Increased humidity, unexpected rain showers, and dampness can lead to a host of hair problems, from increased hair fall and frizz to scalp infections. However, with the right approach and products, you can navigate these challenges and keep your mane looking fabulous all season long. Fret not, we’ve got experts to help you with a monsoon routine, practical tips, and DIY hair masks that will keep your locks healthy and beautiful throughout the monsoon. Understanding monsoon hair woesWhy does hair fall increase during the monsoon?According to Dr Pranil More, hair transplant surgeon and di...

Matthew Perry death: ‘Ketamine Queen’ to plead guilty to selling fatal dose – National

19Aug

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Matthew Perry death: ‘Ketamine Queen’ to plead guilty to selling fatal dose – National

A woman known as the “Ketamine Queen,” charged with selling Matthew Perry the drug that killed him, agreed to plead guilty Monday. Jasveen Sangha becomes the fifth and final defendant charged in the overdose death of the Friends star to strike a plea agreement with federal prosecutors. Having initially pleaded not guilty, her change of plea means she’ll avoid a trial that had been planned for August.Prosecutors had cast Sangha as a prolific drug dealer who was known to her customers as the “Ketamine Queen,” using the term often in press releases and court documents and even including it in the official name of the case.A federal indictment charged Sangha with one count of conspiracy to distribute ketamine, one count of maintaining a drug-involved premises, one count of possession with inte...

Raakh first poster out: Ali Fazal looks fierce as police officer

18Aug

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Raakh first poster out: Ali Fazal looks fierce as police officer

Prime Video, announced the powerhouse cast of its upcoming fictional series, Raakh, a gripping investigative crime thriller that delves into the psychological complexities of morality and justice. Produced by EndemolShine India and Gulbadan Talkies, the series is executive produced and directed by Prosit Roy, and created, written and co-directed by Anusha Nandakumar and Sandeep Saket along with dialogues by Ayush Trivedi. Raakh boasts of an powerhouse ensemble cast led by Ali Fazal, Sonali Bendre and Aamir Bashir. The series is slated to premiere in 2026 on Prime Video. Raakh first look out! The makers unveiled the first look poster of actor Ali Fazal who looks intense and fierce. He dons the cop uniform and intensely gazes the suspect. It promises to be an edge-of-the-seat crime drama. ...