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New photographs of Warsaw Ghetto found in family collection

New photographs of Warsaw Ghetto found in family collection

WARSAW, Poland (AP) — Warsaw’s Jewish history museum on Wednesday presented a group of photographs taken in secret during the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising of 1943, some of which have never been seen before, that were recently discovered in a family collection.
FBI chief says he's 'deeply concerned' by China's AI program

FBI chief says he's 'deeply concerned' by China's AI program

WASHINGTON (AP) — FBI Director Christopher Wray said Thursday that he was “deeply concerned” about the Chinese government's artificial intelligence program, asserting that it was “not constrained by the rule of law."
Severe weather in Canada caused $3.1 billion in insured damages in 2022

Severe weather in Canada caused $3.1 billion in insured damages in 2022

The Insurance Bureau of Canada says severe weather caused $3.1 billion in insured damage in Canada in 2022, from flooding to storms to Hurricane Fiona. That makes 2022 the third worst year for insured losses in Canadian history.
GALLERY: Okotoks brewery turns patio into an outdoor curling rink

GALLERY: Okotoks brewery turns patio into an outdoor curling rink

Hub Town Brewing encourages all ages to throw some rocks to enjoy the physical and mental benefits of spending time outdoors.
Cougar follows couple to within 10 metres in K-Country

Cougar follows couple to within 10 metres in K-Country

“As they proceeded to start leaving the area, the cougar that was under the tree hissed at them and then it followed them for a couple of minutes. It got as close as 30 feet."
‘Dry January’ nears home stretch, but a pledge of sobriety can come any time of year

‘Dry January’ nears home stretch, but a pledge of sobriety can come any time of year

According to Eileen Whitehouse, counselling lead at Community Links, a lot of people choose to participate in “Dry January” to bolster their health and to foster healthy coping strategies to deal with stress.
Airdrie couple presents 'tiny home' concept to council

Airdrie couple presents 'tiny home' concept to council

A 'Noble' idea, indeed.
COVID long-haulers face stigma as well as lingering symptoms, study shows

COVID long-haulers face stigma as well as lingering symptoms, study shows

Researchers find association between high levels of stigma, persistent symptoms, reduced physical function, and disability at work.
Winterscapes return to spark wintry creativity for another year

Winterscapes return to spark wintry creativity for another year

Here's another way to embrace being a 'winter city', Edmonton.
Experts weigh in on whether younger generations need life insurance

Experts weigh in on whether younger generations need life insurance

Life insurance may not be top of mind for many young Canadians, but experts say age shouldn't be the deciding factor in getting such coverage.
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