Dementia crisis grows with aging population and care gaps
The Washington Post editorial warns dementia cases rise with an aging society and many seniors live in assisted living centers ill equipped to meet needs. It cites staff shortages and missed alarms, calls for mandatory training and staffing rules across states to protect residents.
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Premiers unable to meet basic needs amid rising costs
Randy Robinson argues provincial leaders fail to curb hunger and houselessness as food bank use soars and tent cities grow. He cites federal measures like the Canada Child Benefit and Disability Benefit but warns provinces must raise wages, rent controls, and social assistance to truly help, noting wide gaps across provinces.
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Climate crisis letter urges action on racing emissions
A reader argues the city must join climate agreements and end carbon burning in stock car racing. The letter cites Formula One and IndyCar shifts to sustainable fuels, notes NASCAR ethanol use, and calls for 100 percent renewable fuel in racing by future milestones.
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