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This stat shows how much Calgary Flames miss injured forward Martin Pospisil
Martin Pospisil has scored only a dozen goals during his NHL career. Read More
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‘I know ball’: What does the latest Gen Z slang mean, and do you ‘know ball?’
(NEXSTAR) – If you spend time around children, especially those in their preteen and teenage years, you’ve likely been exposed to any number of slang terms, from “Skibidi toilet” to “6-7.” Just like the slang of your youth, the terms seemingly have no meaning to adults but are routinely used by the youngest among us.…
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Which major restaurant chains will be open on Thanksgiving Day?
(NEXSTAR) – We get it. You don’t feel like cooking, or doing dishes, or even socializing with your extended family on Thanksgiving Day. But you can’t drive up to just any restaurant on Nov. 27 and expect the staff to cater to your holiday hunger. While some restaurant chains have famously broad hours (Waffle House,…
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Nieman: We need to face the digital invasion with wisdom
In 1994, I found myself in a meeting room in Ottawa, seated with six other pediatricians from various parts of Canada, deliberating on the topic of Children and the Media. We were asked to write the first-ever position paper for the Canadian Pediatric Society on that topic. I was honoured when tasked to be the…
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How the growing penny shortage may impact you
(NEXSTAR) — A penny shortage was expected, but not for a few more months. Now, businesses have found themselves asking customers not to pay with cash or otherwise prepare to receive incorrect change in return. Some companies have even asked their customers to exchange pennies for freebies. With the holiday shopping season ramping up, you…
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Best walks of Calgary: Jackrabbit Trail and Weaselhead Flats Park
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. She explained why she loves to explore this city on foot in a Weekend Life column on March 29, and now we’re encouraging you to follow in her footsteps. Over the past few months, we’ve highlighted…
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Opinion: Canada’s greatest resource isn’t in the ground — it’s in us
When we talk about Canada’s prosperity, we often focus on what lies beneath our feet — our energy, our minerals, our forests. But the truth is, our most valuable resource doesn’t come from the ground. It’s found in each other. Read More
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Once plentiful, now threatened: The fate of the bull trout is also ours
In my eighth decade of floating down the river of life, I realize my voyage has been interwoven with bull trout. I’ve grown old with these sinister looking, torpedo-shaped native fish of the Eastern Slopes and bigger rivers. Read More
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Opinion: Stop the DEI analysis of Calgary city council
Calgary has a new city council and mayor. Very new. Ten out of 14 freshly elected councillors are rookies, either political party candidates or independents. Read More
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What is ‘ghost tapping?’ New scheme targeting tap-to-pay users
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – The Better Business Bureau is warning tap-to-pay users of a new scheme that could make simple transactions costly. “Ghost tapping” is a growing scheme that is targeting tap-to-pay cards and mobile wallets. The BBB said criminals are using wireless devices to steal money without touching your card. New downtown Tampa Publix…