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Health Canada warns of possible false positives in pregnancy test recallRapid response tests are used for the early detection of pregnancy by determining the presence of human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) in urine.HealthOct 5
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Northlander train still being repaired months after crash during testingIn early July, one of the Northlander trains ploughed into a vehicle at the rail crossing on High Falls Road when the lights were active to stop cars entering the track.PoliticsSep 18
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Genetic testing program pioneered in Maritimes improving cancer care in CanadaA genetic testing program that helps rule out a stem-cell donor due to a genetic risk for developing leukemia was pioneered in the Maritimes, and is helping to improve cancer care.HealthSep 23
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EQAO standardized test success rates up slightly from previous yearOntario students' persistently low math scores have improved slightly since last year, results of standardized testing show.EducationSep 25
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Questions raised as audit finds Nova Scotia not making full use of student test dataNova Scotia's auditor general says the province lacks an action plan to address poor test results, as students continue to face challenges in reading, writing, and math.EducationSep 29
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Waymo to launch robotaxis in Toronto under pilot program for self-driving vehiclesSelf-driving taxi operator Waymo says it will launch a test phase in Toronto in the coming days, with the goal of carrying its first passengers in 2028.CanadaOct 16
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No testing, shorter camps the new norm for NHLersSidney Crosby navigated the gruelling physical tests many times.SportsSep 15
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Billy Joel reveals he can’t perform or drive amid brain disorder diagnosis'They have to test me further to see if I can go back and do performing again, which I would like to be able to do,' Billy Joel said.EntertainmentOct 16
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Fredericton’s tap water named best in North America in taste testThe New Brunswick capital was voted the best of 32 regional winners by a team of "professionally trained flavour profilers," according to the city.CanadaSep 16
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Hydro-Québec to face off against industry actors like Google in data centre hearingA Hydro-Québec proposal that could double the cost of energy for data centres is being put to the test at a public hearing.CanadaOct 1
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McKenna impresses as Leafs hit the ice at campJim Hiller zeroed in on an early test for the Maple Leafs' prized prospect.SportsSep 17
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Ottawa announces $5M for HIV prevention and support, including self-testing kitsThe federal government is investing $5-million on HIV prevention and support, a move that was praised by Manitoba's health minister at the news conference in Winnipeg Thursday.HealthSep 10
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WHL tests new ‘no return’ overtime ruleDuring the 2026 WHL preseason the league is testing out a new overtime format that could be implemented in the future if league GM's vote yes.SportsSep 4
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Skunk rabies case prompts public warning in B.C. InteriorHealth officials in B.C. are warning people in the Kooteney Lake region to avoid contact with skunks after one animal recently tested positive for rabies.HealthSep 19
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Drones could take on bigger role in future wildfire firefightingThe collaboration comes after another difficult wildfire season in the Okanagan and builds on previous efforts to test automated drones for wildfire response.FireSep 15
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Owner of so-called ‘Hillbilly Houseboat’ speaks about inventionEmilio Gilpo says his so-called "Hillbilly Houseboat" is a prototype that he is testing on the Nicomekl River in Surrey near Portage Park.PoliticsSep 14
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Saskatoon construction snarls commutes for USask students, hospital staffA web of construction and lane restrictions along Saskatoon's College Drive is causing traffic backlogs, putting the patience of university students and hospital staff to the test.CanadaSep 13
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4 baby goats test positive for rabies at petting zoo in North CarolinaHealth officials said the goats were 'most likely exposed to rabies by a skunk that had entered the pen where they were kept in late July.'U.S. NewsAug 31
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More than 100 Saskatchewan pharmacies to offer strep throat, ear infection careSaskatchewan has expanded its program that allows select pharmacists to test for, diagnose and treat strep throat and ear infections to more than 100 pharmacies.HealthSep 11
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Winnipeg Blue Bombers face tough test against high-flying AlouettesThe Winnipeg Blue Bombers will take on the league-leading Montreal Alouettes on Friday, who are currently riding a seven-game win streak.SportsAug 27