The Minnesota Timberwolves have reached an agreement to send point guard Ricky Rubio to the Utah Jazz to clear salary cap space for a big run in free agency. from CBC | NBA
More than 4 people a day die in B.C. from illicit drugs, coroner says
'The drug supply is unsafe ... and occasional users are at high risk of overdose due to their opioid naiveté,' says Chief Coroner Lisa Lapointe from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/2tt3xxK
Kratom: Antidote or adversary in Canada's opioid crisis?
The seizure of a controversial drug in Edmonton is evidence that more research is required on kratom as a possible antidote in Alberta's deadly opioid epidemic, says a leading researcher in the field.
Knicks passing on offer to Raptors president Masai Ujiri: reports
Raptors president Masai Ujiri will remain with Toronto, according to multiple reports. It had been reported on Wednesday that after the New York Knicks parted ways with president Phil Jackson, they would focus
Jimenez downs Jays with solid 8 as Orioles win battle of AL East basement
Ubaldo Jimenez pitched eight shutout innings as the Baltimore Orioles downed the Toronto Blue Jays 2-0 on Thursday in a battle of the last two teams in the American League East. from CBC
T-Wolves' Jimmy Butler takes 'my phone blew up' to a whole new level
New Minnesota Timberwolf Jimmy Butler gives new meaning to the phrase "my phone blew up." from CBC | NBA News http://ift.tt/2upnqm1
Jays pushing fans to 'Smoak the Vote' for all-star game
Marcus Stroman and the rest of the Toronto Blue Jays are pushing fans to vote Justin Smoak in as the American League's starting first baseman. from CBC | MLB News http://ift.tt/2smGapB
44-year-old Bartolo Colon DFA'd by Braves
Right-hander Bartolo Colon has been designated for assignment by the Atlanta Braves, one day after the 44-year-old right-hander dropped to 2-8 with an 8.14 ERA. from CBC | MLB News http://ift.tt/2s6CWmd
Durant to opt out, but expected to re-sign with Warriors
Kevin Durant will opt out of the second year of his contract with Golden State and will become an unrestricted free agent, according to The Associated Press. from CBC | NBA News http://ift.tt/2srvBgt
NBA draws top grades for race, gender hiring
A diversity report shows the NBA "significantly ahead" again in professional sports in racial and gender hiring practices. The league received an A for racial hiring and a B for gender hiring practices
Man who tossed beer can during Blue Jays game gets conditional discharge, 12 months probation
The man who tossed a beer can onto Rogers centre field during Toronto Blue Jays playoff game last year was given a conditional discharge on Wednesday but sentenced to 12 months of probation
Martin Shkreli reported too-good-to-be-true returns, investor tells trial
An investor in "Pharma Bro" Martin Shkreli's hedge fund says he wowed her by reporting eye-popping returns that prosecutors say were a lie. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/2u3neK2
MLB umpire John Tumpane rescues woman on Pittsburgh bridge
John Tumpane can't explain why he approached the woman as she hopped over the railing of the Roberto Clemente Bridge on Wednesday afternoon. from CBC | MLB News http://ift.tt/2sVuokT
36 weeks pregnant, Winnipeg woman accidentally given labour-inducing drug
A Winnipeg mother-to-be said she's scared and wants her complaints heard after she went for an ordinary appointment with her gynecologist and was given medication to induce labour by mistake. from CBC |
Air pollution limits in U.S. inadequate to prevent deaths
Existing air quality rules in the U.S. are not enough to prevent tens of thousands of premature deaths each year, according to a new study published in the New England Journal of Medicine.
Think turning your smartphone off means you're not distracted? Think again, study says
Research suggests a 'smartphone-induced brain drain' among people who keep their devices close by — even though they're not using them. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/2s4PRoB
From prosthetic limbs to baby bumps, new Xbox avatars a move toward greater diversity
The new Xbox Live avatar design is evidence that Microsoft is looking to include a more diverse audience, Ramona Pringle writes. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/2tnwlrp
Marcus Stroman strikes out 8 as Blue Jays blank Orioles
Jose Bautista and Justin Smoak both had solo home runs to lift the Toronto Blue Jays over the Baltimore Orioles 4-0 on Wednesday. from CBC | MLB News http://ift.tt/2t2uYvn
Ottawa funds mentorship network to support Indigenous health researchers
The federal government plans to spend $8 million over five years to establish a mentorship network for First Nations, Métis and Inuit health researchers. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/2tlLIzV
Michael Saunders returns to Jays on minor-league deal
Michael Saunders is back in the Toronto Blue Jays organization. The Blue Jays announced Wednesday that the Victoria-born outfielder has signed a minor-league deal and will report to triple-A Buffalo. The move comes
No limit to how long people can live: study
Just how long can humans live? Biologists at Montreal's McGill University having been studying the question and say if there’s a limit, they haven’t found it. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/2tpPOrX
Warriors' Stephen Curry to play in Web.com Tour event
The Web.com Tour announced Wednesday that Stephen Curry, who recently won his second NBA championship with the Golden State Warriors, will play in the Ellie Mae Classic. The event at TPC Stonebrae runs
Canadian curling championships adding wild-card team
A 16th team has been added to next year's Canadian men's and women's curling championships, and it will have to win its way in via a wild-card game. Curling Canada revamped the format
Clippers Chris Paul dealt to Rockets in blockbuster: report
The Los Angeles Clippers are sending star point guard Chris Paul to the Houston Rockets, according to The Vertical's Adrian Wojnarowski. from CBC | NBA News http://ift.tt/2tYqkPm
Kyle Lowry, Raptors at crossroads in free agency
With Kyle Lowry set to hit free agency on July 1, both the all-star point guard and the Toronto Raptors face a fascinating decision on whether they're better off together or apart. from
Knicks, team president Phil Jackson agree to part ways
The New York Knicks announced on Wednesday that president Phil Jackson has left the team, effective immediately. from CBC | NBA News http://ift.tt/2tXyFTt
Botched eyelash extensions leave Alberta teen's eyes swollen, burned
A Fort Saskatchewan, Alta., teenager suffered swelling and burn marks around her eyes after a painful allergic reaction to eyelash extensions. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/2sOAfs2
Don't eat raw cookie dough, Health Canada warns
Amidst a massive recall of flour due to possible E. coli contamination, Health Canada is reminding Canadians that it’s not safe to eat raw dough, batter or any other product containing uncooked flour.
Salmonella outbreak linked to breaded chicken products
The Public Health Agency of Canada is investigating after seven confirmed cases of salmonella infections linked to breaded chicken products. No one has died but two were hospitalized. Most of the cases are
Meet a gay Toronto man who hasn't had sex for a year — because he wants to give blood
A 28-year-old Toronto man has gone more than a year without having sex — not for health or religious reasons, but because he wants to donate blood. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/2uhk8Br
Blue Jays's struggles continue at home with loss to Orioles
Jonathan Schoop scored twice and Kevin Gausman threw 5 1/3 shutout innings as the Baltimore Orioles defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 3-1 on Tuesday night at Rogers Centre. from CBC | MLB News
Jake the Diamond Dog steals hearts in baseball's minor leagues
Jake the Diamond Dog has been a fixture at minor-league games for years, touring various ballparks and bringing joy by delivering game balls, catching Frisbees and serving as "bat dog." from CBC |
Blue Jays designate reliever Jason Grilli for assignment
The Toronto Blue Jays have designated veteran reliever Jason Grilli for assignment. The Jays also optioned outfielder Dwight Smith Jr., recalled right-handed pitcher Chris Smith and reinstated outfielder Ezequiel Carrera from the disabled
Curling Canada 'resolves' sports bar fee increase with Bell Media
Curling Canada officials say they've "managed to resolve things with Bell Media" regarding what would have been hefty cable fee increases in curling clubs across Canada. from CBC | Curling News http://ift.tt/2tidXQF
Red Sox manager Farrell suspended for poking umpire
Boston Red Sox manager John Farrell has been suspended one game after poking umpire Bill Miller in the chest during an animated argument over the weekend. Major League Baseball issued the penalty Tuesday
Michael Jordan, Taylor Swift salute MVP Russell Westbrook
Russell Westbrook has earned kudos from Michael Jordan and Taylor Swift after being honoured with his first league MVP trophy at the NBA Awards show. from CBC | NBA News http://ift.tt/2rYqDbh
LaVar Ball appears at WWE event, son LaMelo uses racial slur
LaVar Ball has brought his Big Baller Brand from the basketball court to the wrestling ring. The outspoken father of NBA draft No. 2 pick Lonzo Ball showed up with the newly minted
'World's largest sleep study' seeks online volunteers
Brain scientists at a Canadian university are aiming to get a better handle on how sleep affects memory, problem solving and other cognitive functions in what they are billing as the largest such
California to list glyphosate as cancer-causing
The controversial weed killer ingredient glyphosate will be added to California's list of potentially cancerous chemicals effective July 7, state officials announced Monday. Glyphosate is the most widely sold herbicide ingredient in Canada.
FIFA didn't follow its own concussion guidelines at 2014 World Cup: study
The world’s biggest soccer body did not follow its own guidelines for assessing concussions at the 2014 World Cup, says a Canadian neurosurgeon. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/2tgK2Im
'Quite remarkable': Roberto Osuna's anxiety disclosure could encourage others who are struggling
Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Roberto Osuna's disclosure that he suffers from anxiety is a positive signal that athletes feel comfortable to publicly discuss such issues. But it may still be considered a "bold"
'Quite remarkable': Roberto Osuna's anxiety disclosure could encourage others who are struggling
Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Roberto Osuna's disclosure that he suffers from anxiety is a positive signal that athletes feel comfortable to publicly discuss such issues. But it may still be considered a "bold"
Russell Westbrook caps record season with NBA's MVP Award
Oklahoma City's Russell Westbrook wins NBA MVP Award after setting single-season record for triple-doubles. from CBC | NBA News http://ift.tt/2sLg4vb
Toronto's Drake brings A-Game to NBA Awards
Canadian rapper Drake was host of the first televised NBA Awards show. from CBC | NBA News http://ift.tt/2ubw0EU
Nunavut announces most comprehensive, cohesive, suicide prevention plan to date
The Nunavut government is spending $35 million, and working with Facebook, to make its largest push yet toward fighting back against suicide. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/2sKQiHt
22 million Americans would become uninsured under Senate health-care bill, CBO estimates
The Senate health-care bill would result in 22 million more uninsured Americans over the next decade compared with the current law, according to an analysis by the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office. from CBC
Who is that masked man? Meet Atlanta's The Freeze
When Atlanta Braves grounds crewmember Nigel Talton was asked during the off-season if he wanted to race fans as a part of an in-game promotion, he had no idea it was the start
Dal medical school now screens character traits of would-be doctors
Dalhousie's medical school has added new screening procedures for prospective students and has reviewed its admissions process. The moves come amid high-profile cases of students at the Halifax university in trouble with the
Blue Jays broadcaster Jerry Howarth back in flight
About 4 ½ months after undergoing successful prostate cancer surgery, Jerry Howarth was back in the booth calling games at the start of the 2017 campaign. However, a virus in late April led
'Deception must end': Medical journal takes aim at naturopathic remedies
An editorial in Monday's Canadian Medical Association Journal is calling on the federal government to crack down on natural health products, which the author argues are poorly tested and can do patients more
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