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There is another edition of the weekly news quiz. Contestants Elysia Yardley, Karen McKay and Alex Smyth battle it out for the bragging rights! From the March 12, 2024, episode.

A unique program is taking an innovative approach to medical canine scent detection. Teresa Zurberg tells you all about “Canines for Care” at Vancouver Coastal Health Hospital. From the March 12, 2024, episode.

Role-playing and table-top role-playing games are providing many benefits for the autism community. Journalist Rebecca Dingwell explores what they offer. From the March 12, 2024, episode.

Ever heard of “disability standard time”? Rabia Khedr explores the terms and discusses the need for able-bodied people to understand accommodations and process for people with disabilities. From the March 12, 2024, episode.

The transition into Spring seems is happening fast. Lawrence Gunther explores what an early spring means for wild animals. From the March 12, 2024, episode.

It’s time of the year to do your taxes. Paul Murphy from the Canada Revenue Agency stops by to share what you should know this tax season! From the March 12, 2024, episode.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Michelle McQuigge from the Canadian Press discusses the government’s discussion to cap increases on alcohol taxes. Marco Pasqua shares his perspective on trying new accessible devices. Plus, Shaun Preece ponders the future of the screen readers amidst the rise of A.I alternatives. This is the March 11, 2024, episode.

The AMI podcast “My Life in Books” explores the literary space. Host Red Szell shares some recent interviews he did, including one with author Mallory Tater. From the March 11, 2024, episode.

With the rise of A.I alternatives, have screen readers become obsolete? Shaun Preece ponders the future of the assistive device. From the March 11, 2024, episode.

The fourth season of Netflix’s series, “Blood and Water” is out. Film Critic Amy Amantea dived into the series recently and shares her thoughts on how it’s going so far. From the March 11, 2024, episode.

What’s stopping you from trying accessible devices? Marco Pasqua stops by to quell concerns about trying them. From the March 11, 2024, episode.

The federal government is capping increases on alcohol taxes. Canadian Press Weekend News Editor Michelle McQuigge will have more on the story. She also discusses the power outages that affected Quebec residents over the weekend. And she reports on some of the prospective changes to the Canadian banking system. From the March 11, 2024, episode.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown, Measles cases are on the rise across the country. The NOW News Panel reacts to the disease making a resurgence and how outbreaks and vaccine hesitancy can be addressed in Canada. Morgues in St. John’s Newfoundland are overflowing with bodies. The NOW News Panel reacts to this story as well as discuss the costs of death and funerals in Canada. The Just For Laughs Comedy Festival has announced bankruptcy. The NOW News Panel reacts to its curtain call. A new exhibit celebrates the life and legacy of the Honourable David Onley. Jeanette Campell from ODEN shares the details on the Toronto exhibit. In honour of International Women’s Day, Dr. Nancy Doyle discusses the intersection of disability and feminism. Writer Brandi Morin is the 2024 Freedom to Read Award recipient. Karen McKay highlights her work. She also shares CELA’s featured selections with a theme around International Women’s Day.

Writer Brandi Morin is the 2024 Freedom to Read Award recipient. Karen McKay highlights her work. She also shares CELA’s featured selections with a theme around International Women’s Day.

In honour of International Women’s Day Dr. Nancy Doyle discusses the intersection of disability and feminism.

A new exhibit celebrates the life and legacy of the Hon. David Onley. Jeanette Campell from ODEN shares the details.

The Just For Laughs Comedy Festival has announced bankruptcy. The NOW News Panel reacts to its curtain call.

Morgues in St. John’s Newfoundland are overflowing with bodies. The NOW News Panel reacts to this story as well as discuss the costs of death and funerals in Canada.

Measles cases are on the rise across the country. The NOW News Panel reacts to the disease making a resurgence and how outbreaks and vaccine hesitancy can be addressed in Canada.