The global COVID-19 pandemic from 2019 to 2023 showed just how vulnerable humanity is to such threats. In 2025, the World Health Organization reported 778 million confirmed COVID-19 cases and approximately 7.1 million confirmed deaths.
The debate over whether it is cheaper to live in Canada or the United States has continued since Canada formally became the Dominion of Canada in 1867. Comparing the cost of living in the U.S. versus Canada is challenging due to many variables and contradictions.
As per the Aries horoscope 2026, this year marks a powerful phase for career advancement and financial growth. Unique planetary conjunctions are forming in January that will bring enhanced luck and recognition for working professionals. Job promotions, salary hikes, and leadership roles are expected for salaried employees in 2026.
Zara Durrani began the year on the international stage at the Cannes Film Festival before filming her travel series Wanderlusting in France.
Sanjay Mehra, Clinical Director & Consultant Transplant Surgeon at the Department of Transplant Surgery, Liverpool University Hospitals Foundation Trust, UK, was born in Amritsar, Punjab, India and was raised in an education-focused family that encouraged him to pursue a professional career. Parental guidance and motivation from his elder brother, Dr. Rajan Mehra helped him choose a medical path.
Dr. Jason Chan, neurologist has received the 2025 Michael Smith Health Research BC Health Professional-Investigator Award for his research into Parkinson’s disease.
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Introduced back in 2018, Range Rover’s luxurious Velar SUV still looks as good as the day it was released. The Velar is an incredibly sleek-looking premium SUV from the pedigree British automaker.
The Audi A6 remains a top-tier sports luxury sedan that improves with each generation. For the 2026 model year, both the A6 sedan and the Avant A6 undergo a redesign based on Audi’s new PPC platform.
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The 2026 BMW X3 SUV continues BMW’s sporty tradition, providing great driving enjoyment and impressive performance. The compact X3 is actually BMW Canada’s best-selling model, and it’s easy to see why. Buyers can choose from either four- or six-cylinder engines, along with high-quality interiors, versatility, and upgraded power and performance.