CityNews: Recent Life News

Rates of premature deaths in Canada halved over last 30 years: report

2012-05-24T11:39:45.00-04:00

Seat belt laws and improvements in disease prevention and treatment are responsible for the good news story.

Helene Campbell speaks & dances after double lung transplant

2012-05-24T13:36:27.00-04:00

The 21-year-old was beaming and even performed a dance move Thursday while she updated her post-surgery progress.

Tips for healthy eating: the rainbow approach

2012-05-24T07:19:16.00-04:00

Greens are known as the most nutrient-rich foods on the planet.

13% of Canadians aged 15 to 29 out of school and unemployed: StatsCan

2012-05-23T20:54:20.00-04:00

The study found that 13 per cent of the 6.8 million Canadians in the age bracket were not in education, employment or training — a measurement known as NEET.

Meet Canada’s first male midwife

2012-05-23T16:14:40.00-04:00

He just graduated and is ready to deliver babies. But are moms up for it?

Helene Campbell honoured by Harper

2012-05-23T14:17:18.00-04:00

The double lung transplant recipient received a Diamond Jubilee Medal in Toronto.

Facebook shares bounce back slightly after dismal debut

2012-05-23T10:51:09.00-04:00

The stock, originally priced at $38 US, is trading at $32.

H1N1 flu shot linked to lower rates of death, preterm birth in infants

2012-05-23T05:46:51.00-04:00

A study in the American Journal of Public Health suggests the H1N1 shot had a beneficial impact for pregnant women.

Toronto hospitals consider posting ER wait times online

2012-05-22T12:35:15.00-04:00

Toronto's St. Michael's Hospital is contemplating the move after Kitchener's St. Mary's General Hospital began posting times.

Bagged salad recall expanded over listeria fears

2012-05-22T09:41:19.00-04:00

River Ranch Foods produces its own brand of salads as well as food under the Compliments brand and Sensations brand.

Facebook closes at $34, below IPO price

2012-05-22T07:14:59.00-04:00

“The first two rounds did not go as most had expected,” 680News business editor Richard Southern said.

U.S. task force recommends against routine PSA test for prostate cancer

2012-05-22T05:28:23.00-04:00

Having elevated PSA levels can be an indicator of cancer, but it can also be a sign of a benign infection.

Compliments-brand bagged salad recalled over listeria fears

2012-05-19T07:46:54.00-04:00

Sobeys, Inc is also warning that products made in their stores could also contain contaminated lettuce.

Facebook shares begin trading on Nasdaq

2012-05-18T11:24:08.00-04:00

As expected, the stock traded higher than the company's initial pricing of $38 US a share, opening at $42.05.

EVENT: Luminato arts & culture festival will 'blow your mind'

2012-05-18T10:30:04.00-04:00

The arts and culture festival runs June 8-17 in downtown Toronto.

ATTRACTION: Toronto Islands a ferry hop to festivals & fun

2012-05-18T10:29:35.00-04:00

People will hop on a ferry to take part in the dragon boat race, the Festival of India and other events on the island.

EVENT: Taste of the Danforth attracts 1M plus hungry visitors

2012-05-18T10:00:03.00-04:00

The massive and family-friendly Greek festival happens Aug. 10-12.

EVENT: Celebrate Canada Day with RibFest, maple beer & fireworks

2012-05-18T09:59:27.00-04:00

History buffs can celebrate 1860s-style at Black Creek Pioneer Village. The CHIN picnic & RibFest are other options.

Inflation edges up to 2% in April: StatsCan

2012-05-18T08:49:34.00-04:00

Statistics Canada says the cost of gasoline, usually an inflation driver, has become a non-factor.

Like! U2's Bono becomes richest rock star with Facebook IPO

2012-05-18T07:41:41.00-04:00

His investment firm's 2.3% stake is worth $2.5 billion as website goes public

Victoria Day 2012 fireworks & events across Toronto

2012-05-18T05:41:45.00-04:00

Prince Charles and Camilla will be taking in a fireworks show at Ashbridges Bay Park on Monday night.

Facebook prices IPO at $38 a share

2012-05-17T16:37:22.00-04:00

The company, which will be valued at $100 billion, will begin trading under the ticker symbol FB.

Cross-border shopping costs greater than believed: report

2012-05-17T14:23:40.00-04:00

BMO says the cross-border shopping phenomenon appears to be intensifying.

Major shakeup of kids super-group The Wiggles

2012-05-17T10:42:27.00-04:00

Three of the four founding members announced on their website Thursday that they are retiring after 21 years.

Gas prices predicted to stabilize or drop over summer

2012-05-17T09:38:26.00-04:00

Economic chaos in Europe is one reason behind the lower prices this summer.

Thompson painting sells for $126.5K at Vancouver auction

2012-05-17T09:28:55.00-04:00

A landscape believed to be by Tom Thompson — sold Wednesday night for $126,500, which is half the estimated price.

Sears Canada's U.S. parent to reduce holdings in company

2012-05-17T08:28:14.00-04:00

The parent firm said it may choose to sell or distribute to investors any portion of its remaining stake in Sears Canada.

Coffee can help you live longer, study finds

2012-05-17T07:48:34.00-04:00

The research shows two to three cups of coffee a day cuts the overall risk of death by 10 per cent.

Canada urged to ease demands on its resources: WWF

2012-05-16T10:45:24.00-04:00

The Living Planet Report says Canada has the eighth largest ecological footprint per person in the world.

Sweeping changes urged for Ontario’s nursing home industry

2012-05-16T10:01:40.00-04:00

A task force recommended a “zero tolerance” policy on abuse and neglect and more education for staff.

Canadians confident in their job security, but less satisfied: survey

2012-05-14T16:05:11.00-04:00

Four in 10 say they believe their employer is using the bad economy as an excuse to deny them a promotion or more money.