Canada Heads to Polls: Key Dates and Players for the 2025 Election

There have been 11 measles outbreaks reported in 2025, with 93% of confirmed cases (820 out of 884) linked to these outbreaks. In 2024, there were 16 outbreaks and 69% of cases (198 out of 285) were outbreak-associated. Measles is a highly contagious virus spread through the air and on surfaces. It poses a significant risk to young children and individuals with weakened immune systems. Treatment focuses on managing symptoms and preventing complications. Vaccination is crucial for protecting against measles and limiting its spread.

The Timberwolves and Lakers are set to face off in a playoff series. Game 1 takes place on Saturday, April 19th at 8:30 ET on ABC, with Game 2 following on Tuesday, April 22nd at 10 ET on TNT. The series shifts to Minnesota for Games 3 and 4 on Friday, April 25th (ESPN) and Sunday, April 27th respectively. Since Luka Dončić's debut, the Lakers have shot an impressive 47.1% from beyond the arc against him.

Spravato nasal spray is administered by the patient under a healthcare provider's supervision in a certified clinic. The provider instructs patients on using the device and monitors them during and after each use. Short-term studies showed Spravato significantly reduced depression severity compared to a placebo, with some effect seen within two days. Patients should not eat for at least two hours or drink liquids for at least 30 minutes before taking Spravato.

A tax-exempt nonprofit organization or certain media outlets can host candidate debates. Debate organizers must use pre-established objective criteria to select candidates, potentially limiting primary election participants to those seeking a specific party's nomination. For general elections, using party nomination as the sole selection criterion is prohibited. The Federal Election Commission (FEC) upheld its regulation requiring a 15% polling threshold for candidates to qualify for debates. A court rejected arguments that this threshold unfairly excluded third-party candidates, finding it a neutral standard. The Leaders’ Debates Commission in Canada sets criteria for leader participation in federal election debates, including a decision date and announced dates and location for upcoming debates.

TV host Rodger Corser discusses a significant plot twist coming to the show "The Floor." He shares his realization that the show would be successful.

A 30-year-old man, Kai-Ji Adam Lo, has been charged with eight counts of second-degree murder after driving an SUV into a crowd at a Filipino heritage festival in Vancouver. The attack took place during Lapu Lapu Day celebrations on Saturday, which commemorate an Indigenous leader who fought against Spanish colonization. The festival was a family-friendly event with food stalls and traditional dance performances. Lo was arrested at the scene and was known to law enforcement and mental health professionals before the attack. The victims killed range in age from 5 to 65 years old, and dozens more were injured.

Harold Fong, a candidate for the Trumpet of Patriots party, sent millions of text messages advertising the party to voters on Thursday. The campaign tactic has been met with backlash from Australians who find the messages "annoying." There are calls for greater transparency in political SMS campaigns, ensuring voters know the source of the messages. The Trumpet of Patriots replaced Clive Palmer's United Australia Party and promises "commonsense policies for all Australians."

The WA Student Assistance Payment (WASAP) provides financial support to Western Australian families for school expenses like books, IT equipment, sports, music, stationery, uniforms, excursions, camps, and extra costs such as food. Available from April 28th, 2025, until July 4th, 2025, the payment is available to parents and carers of students from Kindergarten to Year 12. Eligibility is validated through a student's unique WA student number (WASN), found on school reports, NAPLAN results, or secondary student SmartRider cards. New Kindergarten or Pre-primary students may need to contact their school for their WASN.

Alana Lowes, who placed third in Season 3, returns to MasterChef Australia: Back To Win. She has since worked as a food, travel and lifestyle television presenter, travel writer, and magazine editor. Audra is inspired to showcase diversity and culture through her cooking on the show. Rue, also returning to the competition, has worked part-time as a chef for private catering events and taken cooking courses to enhance her skills. The host of TV’s Good Chef, Bad Chef is back in the MasterChef Australia kitchen with new experiences.

Centrelink payments may be affected by upcoming national public holidays in 2025. Reporting and payment dates will shift, requiring early reporting for periods like Easter and Anzac Day. Your Centrelink online account will display your updated reporting date. You can also consult tables on the Centrelink website to see specific changes. Note that if you initiate actions on a public holiday, payments will be processed after the holiday.

Peter Bosustow began his football career with Perth in 1975, playing in two premiership teams. He later joined Carlton, where he played from 1981 to 1983. Bosustow played a total of 141 games for Perth, scoring 378 goals. He was recognized as a member of Perth's 'Team of the Century'. Bosustow's father, Bob, also played for Carlton in the mid-1950s. His son, Brent, played briefly for South Fremantle and Swan Districts. Bosustow has been diagnosed with rectal cancer that has spread to his liver.

Antetokounmpo scored 37 points (14-19 FG, 9-10 FT), grabbed 12 rebounds, six assists, and one steal in 32 minutes during the Bucks' 117-101 win over Indiana in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference playoffs. This performance follows his previous games where he scored at least 34 points and grabbed at least 12 rebounds. The Bucks need a similar performance from him in Game 4 to even the series, especially if Damian Lillard continues to struggle.

The WA Student Assistance Payment (WASAP) provides financial support to Western Australian families for school expenses. Eligible costs include books, IT equipment, sports and music, stationery, shoes, uniforms, excursions, camps, food, and groceries. Parents and carers of students from Kindergarten to Year 12 can claim the payment until July 4, 2025. Student eligibility is verified through their WA student number (WASN), found on school reports, NAPLAN results, or SmartRider cards. New kindergarten or pre-primary students' WASNs can be obtained from their school.

The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 116-104 in Game 3, taking a 2-1 lead in the series. Jaden McDaniels was a standout for the Wolves with a strong performance on both ends of the court. Minnesota is looking to capitalize on their momentum after previous games were marred by late errors.

Jayson Tatum led the Boston Celtics to a 107-98 victory over the Orlando Magic, securing a 3-1 lead in their NBA playoff series. Tatum scored 37 points and grabbed 14 rebounds, while Jaylen Brown contributed 21 points and 11 rebounds.

The 2025 Canadian federal election will be held on April 28th to elect members of the House of Commons. Prime Minister Mark Carney requested the dissolution of parliament, leading to the election call. The leaders of the Bloc Québécois, Conservative Party, Green Party, Liberal Party, and New Democratic Party will participate in debates organized by the Commission.

Thousands of books are available through an award-winning digital library, encouraging reading and discovery. Malnutrition is a serious issue, affecting up to 50% of hospitalized adults in the U.S., but often goes undiagnosed. UI Health Care, UW Health, and MaineHealth improved documentation and collaboration to better identify and treat malnutrition. These efforts led to an 8-12% increase in diagnosis rates at some hospitals and additional reimbursement for covering increased care costs. Their approach serves as a model for reporting malnutrition data to CMS using the Global Malnutrition Composite Score.

Peter Bosustow commenced his footballing career with Perth in 1975 and played in two premiership sides in 1976 and 1977. After six seasons, he was recruited to Carlton where he played in the 1981, 1982, and 1983 VFL seasons. Bosustow played a total of 141 games with Perth, kicking 378 goals, and was named on a half-forward flank in Perth's 'Team of the Century' (1899 to 1999). His father, Bob Bosustow, played with Carlton in the mid-1950s. His son, Brent Bosustow, played 15 games for South Fremantle in the WAFL between 2003 and 2006 and one game for Swan Districts in 2007. Bosustow has been diagnosed with rectal cancer, which has spread to his liver.