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Justin Bieber releases 2nd surprise album in two months, ‘Swag II’
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Justin Bieber releases 2nd surprise album in two months, ‘Swag II’

Never Say Never because Justin Bieber has surprised fans — again — by releasing his eighth studio album, Swag II, on Friday. It’s a follow-up to his July release, when the Canadian musician released his seventh studio album, Swag, after he teased it on billboards and in social media posts. Bieber did the same rollout for Swag II. Story continues below advertisement The 31-year-old pop star began teasing the artwork Thursday for his new album on Instagram and all across the globe with a baby pink background and the text “Swag II.” Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Bieber also shared an...
Carney to announce support for ‘strategic sectors’ – National
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Carney to announce support for ‘strategic sectors’ – National

Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to announce supports for “strategic sectors” on Friday as the U.S. trade war stretches on with no end in sight, according to his public itinerary. The announcement comes after the two-day Liberal cabinet retreat, which Carney’s office called a “Cabinet Planning Forum,” wrapped up in the GTA on Thursday. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. The retreat was “focused on building a stronger economy,” his office said.Earlier this week, most of Canada’s retaliatory tariffs against the United States came down, in keeping with an announcement Carney made last month.Carney announced in August...
These Are the Best VPN Deals for 2025
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These Are the Best VPN Deals for 2025

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. A VPN is one of those services that's always good to have around. These networks encrypt your traffic by sending it through proxies located around the globe, and they're useful whether you need some extra privacy, or you want to watch content or access websites that are geo-blocked where you are.And a VPN doesn't need to cost a ton. If you go on a month-by-month basis, popular VPN services can get expensive, but they become much more attractive if you're ready to pay for two or three years at once. Right now, with the right plan, you can get a reputable VPN service for as low as $2/month. On top of encrypting all your data so a middl...
Pune doctors witness sharp rise in women enquiring about egg freezing
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Pune doctors witness sharp rise in women enquiring about egg freezing

Pune doctors are observing a spike in enquiries about egg freezing. Many women in their late 20s-35s are coming forward, seeking clarity on the process, benefits, and suitability.  Experts call it a positive shift, as egg freezing gives women the option to plan motherhood according to their personal and professional timelines. Now, it is seen as a practical tool to preserve fertility and reduce age-related risks. Egg freezing, or oocyte cryopreservation, is a procedure where a woman’s eggs are collected, frozen, and stored for future use. When a woman is ready to conceive, these eggs can be thawed, fertilised with sperm, and implanted in the uterus. Dr Preethika Shetty, consultant - Obstetrician, Gynecologist & Infertility specialist, Motherhood Hospitals in Kharadi explains, “We ha...
Tanya Maniktala pays tribute to Mira Nair on Teacher`s Day
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Tanya Maniktala pays tribute to Mira Nair on Teacher`s Day

Tanya Maniktala may have racked up several web series and films in her kitty, but ask her about a transformative project and she points to A Suitable Boy (2020). The British television drama not only brought her into the limelight but also introduced her to the magic of Mira Nair. On the occasion of Teacher’s Day today, the actor says that she was lucky to find a mentor in the acclaimed filmmaker so early on in her career.  “Mira di trusted me not only with Lata Mehra [her character] in A Suitable Boy, but also as a performer, a student of cinema, and a human being capable of living that journey. Working under her was like attending the finest acting school in the world, where every moment was an education. She taught me to surrender to the character, to believe in the silences, and to fi...
‘John Candy: I Like Me’ trailer — Canadian actor’s life explored in documentary
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‘John Candy: I Like Me’ trailer — Canadian actor’s life explored in documentary

Descrease article font size Increase article font size Fans of the late Canadian comedian John Candy will get an intimate look at the beloved actor’s life and legacy in upcoming documentary John Candy: I Like Me. The trailer dropped on Thursday, right before its world premiere at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). The documentary, directed by Colin Hanks, shares never-before-seen home videos and candid recollections from his collaborators to help paint a bigger, more complete picture of the iconic actor.“I’ve made winning my whole life,” Candy says in the clip. “And when you make winning your whole life, you have to keep on winning.” Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political...
Thane docs treat elderly man for rare encephalitis, give him new lease of life
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Thane docs treat elderly man for rare encephalitis, give him new lease of life

A Thane hospital recently successfully treated an elderly man with a rare and challenging case of NMDA receptor positive autoimmune encephalitis.  The condition, typically seen in young women with underlying ovarian teratomas, is exceptionally uncommon in elderly males, making this case a significant milestone by treating the 73-year-old successfully at Jupiter Hospital. The patient, who had a history of diabetes mellitus (DM), hypertension (HTN), and carcinoma bladder (post-TURP), presented severe neurological symptoms including headache, confusion, drowsiness, and orofacial dyskinetic movements.  Initial investigations, including CT and MRI scans, ruled out acute infarct or bleed. Further testing confirmed NMDA receptor positive autoimmune encephalitis (both CSF and serum). The patie...
These Are the Best Laptop Deals Right Now
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These Are the Best Laptop Deals Right Now

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Did you know you can customize Google to filter out garbage? Take these steps for better search results, including adding Lifehacker as a preferred source for tech news.Being a savvy laptop shopper means having a clear idea of what is important and what you're willing to give up on. Things like the size of the screen, battery life, operating system, and whether it has a backlit keyboard will matter more or less depending on what you personally care about. I've done my best to highlight these differences and find the best deals on laptops for gamers, high-end users who need power, mid-tier users who want a solid laptop without spendin...
Canada-U.S. trade minister ‘enjoyed watching’ Ford dump Crown Royal in protest
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Canada-U.S. trade minister ‘enjoyed watching’ Ford dump Crown Royal in protest

Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc says he “enjoyed watching” Ontario Premier Doug Ford’s new conference where he dumped out a bottle of Crown Royal whisky earlier this week in protest of the company closing its Ontario bottling facility. “I wouldn’t propose to tell Premier Ford how to practice Ontario politics. He’s won three majority governments. I think he’s figured out how to practice Ontario politics, but I enjoy a relationship with him that’s cordial and personal, and I really enjoyed watching his news conference on Tuesday,” LeBlanc said, in response to a question asking for his thoughts on the viral moment.The minister said Ford was “standing up for workers” in his province.“I saw his news conference earlier this week. Premier Ford is effectively and articulately standing u...
Canada must ‘reinvent’ economy like it did in 1945, finance minister says – National
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Canada must ‘reinvent’ economy like it did in 1945, finance minister says – National

The time has come for Canada to reinvent its economy like it did in 1945, Finance Minister Francois-Phillipe Champagne said on Thursday. “I often make an analogy between 2025 and 1945. In 1945, Canada reinvented itself, and I think this is one of those moments,” Champagne said, referring to the post-war industrial and construction boom in Canada.“It’s a moment when we have to reinvent the Canadian economy,” Champagne said, speaking to reporters at the Liberal cabinet retreat in the Greater Toronto Area.The urging comes as Canada continues to navigate the trade war launched by U.S. President Donald Trump earlier this year, which imposed significant tariffs on Canada and multiple specific sectors.In response, Prime Minister Mark Carney ran an election campaign urging Canadians to keep their ...