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Quebec religion wants Health Canada's blessing to use magic mushrooms in ceremonies

Quebec religion wants Health Canada's blessing to use magic mushrooms in ceremonies

A Quebec-based religion is taking the minister of mental health and addictions to court, claiming Health Canada is dragging its feet on a decision whether to allow its members to use magic mushrooms in their ceremonies.
More Republicans are voting early than in recent years, helping break records before Election Day

More Republicans are voting early than in recent years, helping break records before Election Day

With former President Donald Trump’s encouragement, Republicans are voting early again, flocking to the polls for in-person voting ahead of Election Day and helping break records for ballots cast before November in key states like Georgia and North C
John Rustad shares his B.C. Conservative origin story, in postelection message

John Rustad shares his B.C. Conservative origin story, in postelection message

VANCOUVER — John Rustad has taken to social media to describe his origin story as leader of British Columbia's Conservative Party, which he took from obscurity to the brink of power in Saturday's provincial election.
North Atlantic right whale population grew in 2023, but still vulnerable to humans

North Atlantic right whale population grew in 2023, but still vulnerable to humans

HALIFAX — The estimated population of North Atlantic right whales increased in 2023, but marine scientists say human behaviour still poses a significant threat to the critically endangered species.
Justin Trudeau says his leadership is not in danger as Liberals brace for revolt

Justin Trudeau says his leadership is not in danger as Liberals brace for revolt

OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says his leadership of the Liberal party is not in danger, even as members of his caucus prepare to confront him Wednesday in the hopes of convincing him to step down.
The Latest: Trump and Harris court Latino voters as early voting starts in key battleground states

The Latest: Trump and Harris court Latino voters as early voting starts in key battleground states

With just over two weeks before the 2024 presidential election, Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are hitting the campaign trail in strategic battleground states. Follow the AP’s Election 2024 coverage at: https://apnews.com/hub/election-2024 .
Harris bets her policies can attract Latino voters while Trump touts his time as president to them

Harris bets her policies can attract Latino voters while Trump touts his time as president to them

WASHINGTON (AP) — Both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump see economic policy as their best chance to win Latino voters. But their approaches are very different.
Legault 'shocked' by Montreal teacher scandal, pledges to toughen secularism controls

Legault 'shocked' by Montreal teacher scandal, pledges to toughen secularism controls

MONTREAL — Quebec Premier François Legault says he is shocked that a group of 11 teachers in Montreal tried to introduce "Islamist concepts" into a public school.
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Arizona on Election Day

AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Arizona on Election Day

WASHINGTON (AP) — Voters in Arizona have no shortage of competitive races to decide in the Nov. 5 general election, with control of the White House, the U.S. Senate and House and both chambers of the state Legislature in the balance.
Early voting kicks off in battleground Wisconsin with a push from Obama and Walz

Early voting kicks off in battleground Wisconsin with a push from Obama and Walz

MADISON, Wis.