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(AP) – The U.S. and Israel attacked Iran on Saturday in what President Donald Trump said was a massive operation to destroy the country’s military capabilities and eliminate the threat of it creating a nuclear weapon. Iran’s Foreign Ministry said it would defend its homeland and its Revolutionary Guard said it launched counterattacks, firing drones and missiles…

Think-tank member Steve Allan: It’s time to collaborate, connect and be active participants in our city

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Calgary is truly a special place. We have a uniquely distinct character and a palpable energy that sets us apart from other cities. Read More

Think-tank member Terry Rock: When ambitious people collide, innovation happens

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“I wasn’t born in Calgary, but I got here as soon as I could.” Read More

Opinion: Why are we not talking about weed?

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After cannabis was legalized for recreational use by adults in Canada in 2018, Peter Shier, president of Canadian advertising agency Naked Creative Consultancy, was positively giddy. He published a glowing endorsement of our new-found freedom in which he said: “The issue now is for Canada to boldly step up and own this space. As wine…

Exploring Bowness, fir trails and the Farmer’s Market: Calgary Walks

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Lori Beattie knows a thing or two about walking. She’s travelled every path and trail listed in her new updated book, Calgary’s Best Walks. Over the past few months, we’ve highlighted some of the 95 walks in Beattie’s book, complete with necessary details and tasty stops along the way. Read More

Opinion: Calgary about to lose affordable edge for first-time homebuyers and retirees

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Nieman: Parents and now smartphone makers acknowledge harm of excessive use

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Dr. Nieman is the founder of Centre 70 Pediatric. His monthly columns in the Herald started in 1999. Read More

Think-tank member Melanie Darbyshire: The challenge of accessing and enjoying the mountains from Calgary

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Growing up in Calgary in the 1980s and 1990s included many trips to the mountains. In the winter we headed to Fortress Mountain for family ski days; in the summer, we went to Two Jack Lake campground for weekend camping trips; and on many other occasions there were day and overnight trips to Banff, Canmore,…

Think-tank member Misheck Mwaba: Education must be flexible, focusing on needs of students

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A larger population requires a larger, more adaptable workforce — an educated and skilled workforce and that means people will require upskilling and reskilling throughout the course of their careers. At Bow Valley College, we believe that the choices we make now will shape the type of city that Calgary will become. Read More

Think-tank member Patti Pon: Shaping Calgary’s identity through the arts

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