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Explore: Christmas at Helmcken House; Festival of Trees; baroque music

Explore: Christmas at Helmcken House; Festival of Trees; baroque music

Upcoming events: Old-timey Christmas exhibit to Dec. 31; Festival of Trees to Jan. 3; Old Music for the New Year on Jan. 1
Ask Lisi: Some children show compassion while others are cruel

Ask Lisi: Some children show compassion while others are cruel

Puberty can be challenging time for children who don’t fit in.
Your Good Health: Eroxon cream is safe to use for ED, but is only a placebo

Your Good Health: Eroxon cream is safe to use for ED, but is only a placebo

Says Dr. Roach: "I have a hard time recommending paying $100 for a compound that was designed and tested as a placebo, even if 37% of men will find some benefit from it."
Critic's picks: Jesus Christ Superstar; Astrocolor; The Victoria Symphony

Critic's picks: Jesus Christ Superstar; Astrocolor; The Victoria Symphony

Arts writer Mike Devlin picks his favourite upcoming events, including Jesus Christ Superstar at the Royal Theatre, Jan. 2-7
'Perfect venue': Anthony Hopkins plays piano at popular Vancouver hotel

'Perfect venue': Anthony Hopkins plays piano at popular Vancouver hotel

The Academy Award winner shows his skills in the lobby.
Eric Akis: Prawn consommé a light starter for that fancy New Year's meal

Eric Akis: Prawn consommé a light starter for that fancy New Year's meal

Chef Eric Akis suggests serving this decadent clear soup as a starter on a special occasion, such as New Year’s Eve or New Year’s Day dinner.
Are we ready? Should we do this? The debate on expanding medical assistance in dying

Are we ready? Should we do this? The debate on expanding medical assistance in dying

OTTAWA — The federal Liberals face a choice early in 2024. They can allow a sunset clause to take effect so that eligibility for medical assistance in dying expands to adults whose only reason for seeking it is a mental disorder.
A Newfoundland song celebrates Team Canada goals at world juniors for second year

A Newfoundland song celebrates Team Canada goals at world juniors for second year

ST. JOHN'S, N.L. — For the second year in a row, Team Canada is celebrating its goals at the world junior ice hockey championship with a song from Newfoundland.
Dear Lisi: Sister who was 'super close' has drifted away

Dear Lisi: Sister who was 'super close' has drifted away

My twin sister and I are at a crossroads. We have always been super close, but since we graduated high school, things have just been different. We knew we’d be going to different universities. But I don’t think we realized how the distance would affect us. How do we get back to where we were?
Your Good Health: See GP after fall, transient ischemic attack

Your Good Health: See GP after fall, transient ischemic attack

A condition called subdural hematoma, involving bleeding below the dura mater may result from a blow to the head.