Air pollution linked to genetic mutations near steel mills
A McMaster University Health Canada study in Hamilton shows mice exposed to air from steel plants exhibit mutations at twice the normal rate, especially in sperm, implying urban industrial air may cause heritable DNA damage. Offspring near mills show fewer pups and higher mutations than rural controls.
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Safe injection debate contrasts Swiss program with harsh Singapore model
The piece reviews proposals for publicly funded injection sites and a council to examine policing and voting rights for criminals. It contrasts the Swiss Platzspitz experience with a harsh Singapore approach including death for drug traffickers, arguing for a decisive policy shift rather than a retreat to harm-reduction rhetoric.
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Singapore style punishment sparks debate on crime laws
A letter argues Singapore's harsh penalties deter crime and compares with Canada. It criticizes soft drug laws, cites bank robberies, caning, and a stagnant police force, claiming soft policies cost billions and harm society. The writer calls for tougher trafficker measures and invites reader input.
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Dr. Gifford- Jones
P.O
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