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regulatory oversight

Canada's Big Banks: Strong but Watchful

December 18, 2025

Canada's top financial watchdog has decided to keep the extra safety net for the country's six largest banks at the same level. This safety net, called the domestic stability buffer, is currently set at 3. 5%. The Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) believes these banks are

opinion

Local News at Risk: Why a Big Merger Could Be Bad for You

December 16, 2025

Local news has always been a big deal in America. It's where people go to find out what's happening in their own backyard. But things are changing, and not necessarily for the better. Big companies are buying up local TV stations. This means that the news you see might not be as local as it used to

business

Sports Teams as Investments: A New Way to Bet on the Game

December 3, 2025

InPlay Global is shaking up the world of sports and finance. They're creating a new kind of investment called Performance Securities. These will let people trade shares in sports teams, much like stocks. The idea is to make sports teams into something you can buy and sell, just like companies on the

health

The Hidden Truths Behind Your Supplements

November 14, 2025

The supplement industry is booming, with promises of better health, glowing skin, and improved focus flooding social media. But what's really inside those bottles? The truth is, supplements are not as tightly regulated as prescription drugs. This means companies can sell products without rigorous te

health

Psilocybin's Rise: Navigating the Mushroom Boom

November 5, 2025

Psilocybin, a compound found in certain mushrooms, is gaining popularity in the US. This is due to efforts to make it legal in some areas and studies showing it might help with health issues. People are getting excited and using it more, but there's a catch. The problem is that people are using psi

health

Boston Hospitals' Expansion: A Double-Edged Sword

January 12, 2025

Boston's MGH and Brigham and Women's hospitals are growing, adding new buildings and acquiring smaller hospitals. This growth isn't cheap. The massive $1. 9 billion expansion project on Cambridge Street is proof of that. But what's the cost to patients? With more market power, these big hospitals ca

health

“Metals in Your Prenatal Vitamins? What You Need to Know”

November 22, 2024

You might be popping prenatal vitamins thinking you’re doing great for your baby. But hold on! A recent study from the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus found some surprising stuff in these pills. They tested 47 different brands—both over-the-counter and prescription—and guess what? Som

finance

Bank Fine Reveals UK Fintech's Big Money Issue

October 3, 2024

You might have heard about Starling Bank getting a hefty fine. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) slapped them with a £29 million penalty for not doing enough to stop money laundering. It's not just about one bank though—this problem runs deeper into the fintech industry. Starling messed up big