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Novo Nordisk cuts Wegovy prices, following similar move by Zepbound-maker Eli Lilly

Novo Nordisk cuts Wegovy prices, following similar move by Zepbound-maker Eli Lilly

Makers of the popular obesity treatments Wegovy and Zepbound are cutting prices for people without insurance . Danish drugmaker Novo Nordisk said Wednesday that it will drop prices 23% for all doses of Wegovy.
The world has moved on. But those who lost loved ones to COVID-19 feel stuck in time

The world has moved on. But those who lost loved ones to COVID-19 feel stuck in time

It’s been almost five years, but family members of Canadians who died of COVID-19 in the first year of the pandemic often feel as if they are frozen in 2020.
New Dries Van Noten designer blends the archive with a new voice in Paris

New Dries Van Noten designer blends the archive with a new voice in Paris

PARIS (AP) — Julian Klausner presented his first womenswear collection as creative director of Dries Van Noten Wednesday at the Opéra Garnier in Paris, a setting that reflected the historical influences woven throughout his designs.
Do you need fluoride treatment after a teeth cleaning? Dental experts weigh in

Do you need fluoride treatment after a teeth cleaning? Dental experts weigh in

When Tristen Boyer recently had a couple of cavities filled, her dentist suggested she get fluoride treatment afterward. She has Crohn’s disease, which puts her at increased risk for tooth decay .
A new exhibition highlights how German artist Anselm Kiefer was inspired by Vincent van Gogh

A new exhibition highlights how German artist Anselm Kiefer was inspired by Vincent van Gogh

AMSTERDAM (AP) — When he was just 17 years old, German artist Anselm Kiefer retraced the footsteps of Vincent van Gogh from the Netherlands through Belgium and into France.
Former Meta official's 'explosive' memoir about the social media giant to be published next week

Former Meta official's 'explosive' memoir about the social media giant to be published next week

NEW YORK (AP) — An insider account being billed as an “explosive dispatch” about “seven critical years” at Facebook/ Meta will be published next week. Flatiron Books announced Wednesday that “Careless People” is scheduled for Tuesday.
A South African play about Winnie Madikizela-Mandela explores Black women's long wait for absent men

A South African play about Winnie Madikizela-Mandela explores Black women's long wait for absent men

JOHANNESBURG (AP) — A new play about anti-apartheid icon Winnie Madikizela-Mandela seeks to highlight the struggles of Black women in South Africa who had to wait years for their husbands’ return from exile, prison or faraway work during decades of w
Courreges at Paris Fashion Week is a balance of concealment and exposure

Courreges at Paris Fashion Week is a balance of concealment and exposure

PARIS (AP) — French fashion house Courrèges' runway show Wednesday was a study in contrasts—minimal yet bold, structured yet fluid, restrained yet expressive.
Edmunds: What to know about buying an EV in 2025

Edmunds: What to know about buying an EV in 2025

Car shoppers considering buying an electric vehicle in 2025 will have more factors to consider than buyers in previous years. Most of it is good news. For instance, automakers are continuing to introduce new EVs and improve their current models.
Bruce LaBruce, Kent Monkman win Governor General’s Awards in visual and media arts

Bruce LaBruce, Kent Monkman win Governor General’s Awards in visual and media arts

Toronto filmmaker Bruce LaBruce and Cree visual artist Kent Monkman have each won a Governor General’s award in visual and media arts. They’re among eight artists receiving the $25,000 prize and bronze medallion for exceptional contributions.
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