Researchers in Ottawa are working on a cancer therapy that is safe for humans, but deadly for cancer cells. The new experimental procedure injects viruses into the body to seek and destroy cancer cells, leaving healthy ones safe and sound. The discovery may mean we are one step closer in the race to cure cancer.

Gold, gambling and good beer. Even though some sectors took a hit during the recession, these came out winners. Capital News Online explores what it takes for businesses to come out on top during an economic slump.

Oxycontin can give a higher high than heroin and lasts longer. This prescription drug is growing in popularity on the streets and addicts are taking more extreme measures to find their next fix.

Every day 400 cars disappear off Canada’s roads and it’s costing the country billions, but the government’s solution – a new law with sharper teeth – keeps dying in Parliament. Capital News Online takes a look at the crime, the law aimed at fighting it and what it means for police and others who are locked in the battle.

According to a recent Statistics Canada report, fitness levels have significantly dropped among Canadians and weight gain is on a roll. Capital News Online takes a bite out of the obesity issue, chews a strip off of diet and exercise fads and focuses in on the enormous effects of packing on the pounds.

Generation Y — people born in the late seventies to nineties — is the first generation to grow up with computers, electronic gagets and video games. Pampered by parents, Gen Y-ers are confident, ambitious and not afraid to question authority. They're even challenging the way democracy works in Canada. And much like young generations past, they're changing the face of Parliament.

Canadian Forces have until July 2011 to leave Afghanistan, but much work remains to be done. Capital News Online explores the personal and political discourse around Canada’s exit strategy in a three-part documentary.

Capital News Online prescribes a fix-up formula of tax savings, design trends and all-round renos to get your home in tip-top shape for winter's deep freeze. Find the fixes that’ll help save your money (and the economy, too).

According to a recent Statistics Canada report, fitness levels have significantly dropped among Canadians and weight gain is on a roll. Capital News Online takes a bite out of the obesity issue, chews a strip off of diet and exercise fads and focuses in on the enormous effects of packing on the pounds.

Researchers in Ottawa are working on a cancer therapy that is safe for humans, but deadly for cancer cells. The new experimental procedure injects viruses into the body to seek and destroy cancer cells, leaving healthy ones safe and sound. The discovery may mean we are one step closer in the race to cure cancer.

A Recession. Unemployment. Fewer jobs. Little money. And now a heated debate over Canada’s Employment Insurance system. Confused much? Capital News Online breaks down the proposed changes for how unemployed Canadians can get paid and what it takes to qualify.

Generation Y — people born in the late seventies to nineties — is the first generation to grow up with computers, electronic gagets and video games. Pampered by parents, Gen Y-ers are confident, ambitious and not afraid to question authority. They're even challenging the way democracy works in Canada. And much like young generations past, they're changing the face of Parliament.

The landmark Persons case forever changed the lives of Canadian women. Capital News Online reflects on the achievements of five Alberta trailblazers who took on the Government of Canada and won.

Canadian Forces have until July 2011 to leave Afghanistan, but much work remains to be done. Capital News Online explores the personal and political discourse around Canada’s exit strategy in a three-part documentary.

Oxycontin can give a higher high than heroin and lasts longer. This prescription drug is growing in popularity on the streets and addicts are taking more extreme measures to find their next fix.

Every day 400 cars disappear off Canada’s roads and it’s costing the country billions, but the government’s solution – a new law with sharper teeth – keeps dying in Parliament. Capital News Online takes a look at the crime, the law aimed at fighting it and what it means for police and others who are locked in the battle.