Calgary's water woes are a wake-up call for Canada
Calgary lifted water restrictions after a December transmission-pipe rupture; engineers say the incident highlights ageing water infrastructure and nationwide underinvestment.
2026/01/17
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Stress-proof your body with a nervous system that supports fitness goals
Chronic stress can keep the nervous system in a persistent fight-or-flight state that undermines breathing, movement and recovery. The article describes breathwork, mobility work, sleep hygiene, naps and brief nervous-system resets as strategies reported to signal safety and support better training responses.
2026/01/17
Trump's pressure on U.S. institutions raises concerns for global economic stability
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell criticized the Trump administration after the Justice Department threatened criminal charges tied to renovations of Fed offices, saying the move reflects broader pressure that could undermine the Fed's ability to set interest rates independently.
2026/01/17
Lunchbox-Safe Cheese Crackers offer organic, kid-friendly options
cadootz! introduces lunchbox-safe cheese crackers made with USDA-certified organic ingredients; each serving contains five grams of protein and the crackers contain no gluten or seed oils.
2026/01/17
Single exit stairway buildings could make cities denser and safer
A Toronto six‑unit apartment designed with a single shared stair was granted special approval, joining recent moves in Vancouver and other cities to revisit rules on single exit stairway buildings. The article reports that proponents point to modern sprinklers, fire‑resistant materials and research showing strong safety records for four‑ to six‑storey designs equipped with sprinklers.
2026/01/17
Bob Rae now a private citizen tells it like it is, sort of.
Bob Rae's term as Canada's ambassador to the United Nations has ended, leaving him without an 'important job' for the first time since he was first elected in 1978. The column by Steve Paikin notes Rae's long public career and raises questions about whether the United States remains part of the world's club of democracies.
2026/01/17
Gar Sexton leans into real-life experiences in new television role.
At 75, Gar Sexton guest-starred on the CBS drama Sheriff Country in an episode that aired Dec. 12, 2025, and says the part drew on his real-life experiences.
2026/01/17
China and Canada promote steady bilateral ties under new circumstances
CGTN reports that Chinese President Xi Jinping met Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and that the two leaders discussed broad prospects for cooperation and a shared commitment to promote steady, solid and sound development of bilateral ties.
2026/01/17
GLP-1 Support Partnerships seek to normalize treatment through public figures
Brands are partnering with public figures such as Atkins and Heather Gay to help normalize GLP-1 medication use; Atkins highlights low‑carb products like High Protein Strong Shakes and High Protein Soft Baked Bars that it says help meet protein and fiber needs.
2026/01/17
Toronto mansion at 1 Edmund Gate recalls a bygone era
The 1 Edmund Gate estate in Toronto, built 1928–29 and designed by Donald Mackenzie Waters, is listed at $13 million and sits on 1.12 acres near Casa Loma.
2026/01/17
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