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Take a pass on the costly steak dinner and save more for a down payment. A new survey examining the impact of spending choices has suggested that Calgary first-time buyers seeking to save up for a home would need to forgo 40 years of steak dinners at a restaurant to come up with a 20…

Where and when are lightning deaths most common in the U.S.?

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AUSTIN (KXAN) — Since 2006, almost 500 people have been killed by lightning strikes in the U.S., according to the National Lightning Safety Council. Only five states have not recorded a lightning death during that time: Alaska, Delaware, Hawaii, New Hampshire and Washington. Fatal lightning strikes are most common in Florida, with 94 deaths reported…

AT&T agrees to $177M settlement over data breaches: What to know

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(NEXSTAR) — If you were impacted by a pair of massive data breaches that targeted AT&T customers, you could be in line to receive part of a settlement totalling $177 million that recently received preliminary approval in court. Two lawsuits were brought against AT&T, both regarding data breaches. According to court documents, a federal judge…

A close-to-home road trip in search of cocktails

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Looking for a vacation close to home this summer? Alberta has plenty to offer, whether you’re searching for a fun hotel experience or simply a good cocktail to make and share with friends. Read More

Hesson: Children’s book reviews for July

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Calgary Stampede, July 5: Shania Twain at Dome tonight | Today’s music picks | Inaugural breakaway roping event

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Today marks the only arena show as part of the Calgary Stampede’s concert series, with country music superstar Shania Twain taking to the stage. Read More

Opinion: Canada’s wild is calling and RVing is the perfect adventure

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Whether you’re tracing the Icefields Parkway, camping on Newfoundland’s rocky shores or winding along the Cabot Trail, there’s no shortage of great Canadian experiences across the vast and diverse wonderland that is Canada. And along your journey, you’ll be supporting local businesses, connecting with our heritage and celebrating the boundless beauty of our country. Read…

Alberta and Carney: conflict and collision — Can Alberta survive Carney’s net-zero agenda?

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It should be evident to Albertans that the province is on a collision course with the federal Liberal government, driven by a fundamental disagreement: will Alberta and Western Canada be allowed to fully develop its hydrocarbon endowment, or will that economic value be lost in pursuit of the climate policy known as “net zero”? Read…

Reckless, drunk driving in Hawaii: ‘It’s got to stop’

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HONOLULU (KHON2) — There is a renewed push to keep Hawaii roads safe during the Fourth of July holiday weekend. Residents are speaking out against reckless driving and advocates are calling for an end to drunk driving. Advocates call for action against drunk driving 5 years after tragic crash Eric Checchio has lived along Wilikina…

Woman, 18, suffers apparent gunshot wound

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