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Canada to join U.S. trade fight with Mexico over genetically modified corn products

Canada to join U.S. trade fight with Mexico over genetically modified corn products

"Canada believes that these measures are not scientifically supported and have the potential to unnecessarily disrupt trade in the North American market."
Almost half of all Foothills 911 calls are accidental

Almost half of all Foothills 911 calls are accidental

New Emergency SOS feature on smartphones and smartwatches is inadvertently dialing 911.
Calgary man facing terrorism charges related to TikTok video hires new lawyer

Calgary man facing terrorism charges related to TikTok video hires new lawyer

Court documents show Hussein is accused of posting a TikTok video in May that contributed to or facilitated terrorist activity for al-Qaida and the Islamic State group.
Prior Omicron infection didn't protect some seniors from reinfection, study finds

Prior Omicron infection didn't protect some seniors from reinfection, study finds

Vaccinated seniors who had been infected with Omicron variants in early 2022 were about 20 times more likely to be reinfected with another Omicron variant later that year than seniors who had been vaccinated but not infected, she said.  
Canadian self-harm website investigated in 88 UK deaths

Canadian self-harm website investigated in 88 UK deaths

LONDON (AP) — Canada-based websites allegedly offering lethal substances to people at risk of self harm is being probed by British police.
Search of Winnipeg landfills needs to happen says Alberta group

Search of Winnipeg landfills needs to happen says Alberta group

Northern Alberta group holds rally to support those calling for landfill search for missing Indigenous women.
Fear, falsehoods and conspiracy theories ignite amid Canada's wildfires

Fear, falsehoods and conspiracy theories ignite amid Canada's wildfires

Canada's current wildfire season is devastating evidence of the effects of climate change, scientists say, but for some conspiracy theorists, the it isn't enough to convince them.
Alberta Ukranainians question future on their Independence Day

Alberta Ukranainians question future on their Independence Day

If peace is declared in Ukraine, a newcomer to Alberta questions how long it will be before the Russians become aggressive again
Walmart, Hugo Boss, Diesel investigated for forced labour goods

Walmart, Hugo Boss, Diesel investigated for forced labour goods

OTTAWA — Canada's corporate-ethics watchdog is investigating if Walmart, Hugo Boss and Diesel have forced labour in their supply chains.
Semi-truck rollover closes Highway 2 north of High River

Semi-truck rollover closes Highway 2 north of High River

A semi-truck hauling vehicles rolled on Hwy 2, spilling some of its cargo.
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