Monthly Archives: July 2025

For these dolphins, using sponges to dig up fish is a family tradition

Dolphins off the coast of Australia are swimming around with sponges on their noses. But unlike the orcas who wear salmon on their heads, “sponging” isn’t a fashion statement or a cultural trend; it’s a sophisticated foraging technique passed down through … Continue reading →

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Canned cocktail hitting you hard? As ready-to-drink cans grow in popularity, some are getting stronger

Ready-to-drink options have boomed in popularity in recent years, and alongside that popularity, the market for higher alcohol percentage has also grown, according to industry experts. But with all the new varieties of RTDs available, consumers might not be accustomed to … Continue reading →

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How researchers are mapping genetics in N.B. to detect inherited diseases sooner

Researchers at Vitalité are studying the genes of New Brunswickers to find common variants they may have inherited from their parents. The hope is that with a full map of the province, medical teams can screen people sooner and treat … Continue reading →

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Inside the secret plan to relocate a wayward B.C. grizzly bear

As people continue to mourn the loss of a wayward grizzly on an island off the B.C. coast, many are left wondering why the bear wasn’t relocated to avoid what some say was its certain fate. 

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How does wildfire smoke affect birds? This researcher is looking to find out

A researcher from the University of Saskatchewan is looking into how wildfires are impacting bird physiology during migration.

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Quebec-based Couche-Tard pulls out of bid for 7-Eleven parent company

Couche-Tard says it withdrew its proposal to buy Seven & i Holdings Co., Ltd., which it accused of failing to sincerely and constructively engage with its offer.

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Canada needs agency to manage public UFO sightings, says new federal report

Whether you’re a believer, skeptic or fall somewhere in between, a new federally-commissioned report recommends a government agency be tasked with responding to UFO reports from the public and pilots.

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Trial against Meta higher-ups ends on 2nd day as investors, Zuckerberg reach settlement

Investors wanted Zuckerberg and a handful of senior Meta employees pay back billions of dollars the company lost due to fines and legal fees in recent years.

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Astronomers capture 1st close-up photograph of new interstellar visitor

Using the U.S. National Science Foundation’s Gemini North telescope in Hawaii, astronomers have captured the first detailed image of our third known cosmic interloper.

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Carney promises to curb non-U.S. steel imports as domestic industry signals distress

Prime Minister Mark Carney promised to further crack down on the amount of cheap, foreign steel entering the Canadian market, as the industry continues to be clobbered by U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs.

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