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Calgary phys-ed teacher and marathon runner continues towards new goals despite injury
Polly Cunes didn’t choose the comfortable path. After knee surgery for a torn ACL and meniscus in January 2021 and another 18 months oscillating between recovery and reinjury, the doctor told her that she should give up marathon running. Read More
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Southwest changing two longtime policies in 2026: What passengers should know
Beginning on Jan. 27, 2026, Southwest Airlines is enacting a new assigned seating policy as well as new requirements for plus-size customers.
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Will marijuana be legalized, rescheduled in 2026?
Next year could be marked with big shifts for the marijuana industry.
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Combatting ‘vampire devices’ and other tips for lower utility bills this winter
Every year people brace for their credit card statements after holiday shopping, but there’s another hefty cost that creeps up on us during the colder months – the utility bill.
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Russia strikes Ukraine ahead of Trump-Zelensky meeting
(The Hill) – Russia carried out a series of strikes on Ukraine early Saturday, with at least one person dead and many others injured. The latest attack comes a day ahead of expected peace talks between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and President Trump. Air raid sirens blared at around 1:30 a.m. local time as the…
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Nieman: Tips to build a stronger immune system
This winter will be my 42nd consecutive winter in Calgary. Over all these years, I have worked on what I call the “Tree Theory” when it comes to children’s health. Read More
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In the eye of the beholder: Herald photographers pick fave shots of the year
Here are some of our photographers’ favourite assignments and results this year. Read More
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Why ‘very large’ tax refunds are coming in 2026, according to officials
Thanks to a number of changes to the tax code under the One Big Beautiful Bill, Trump administration officials are projecting Americans will enjoy the largest tax refund ever in 2026.
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Make city hall boring again: Calgary Mayor Jeromy Farkas wants less drama in 2026
Mayor Jeromy Farkas says he wants there to be less drama at city hall in 2026 and for council to instead focus on delivering the city’s core needs and services. Read More
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Opinion: Human rights essential to cultivating Alberta’s pluralism dividend
The poet Ben Okri reminded us that “people are as healthy and confident as the stories they tell themselves.” He felt stories could help to allay fears and, importantly, “make the heart larger.” Read More