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Is it rude to recline on an airplane? What an expert says you should do
(NEXSTAR) – WestJet, a Canadian airline based in Calgary, will soon debut the first of its newly configured Boeing planes with “fixed recline” seating for most passengers — meaning there will no longer be an option for Economy travelers to put their seats back on certain flights. When contacted, a representative for WestJet said the…
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Opinion: Teaching is not just about reading and writing
Teachers cannot really talk about being on strike on social media given their union and professional guidelines, but as a retired Alberta teacher, I can. Read More
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Opinion: Premier Eby should realize, B.C. residents support pipelines
You wouldn’t know it from B.C. Premier David Eby’s rhetoric, but an overwhelming majority of British Columbians actually support oil pipelines. Read More
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Wine terminology: Navigating the jibber-jab of the wine world
There are a lot of terms bandied about when it comes to tasting wine and, sooner or later, new ones get added to the menu, if for no other reason than to avoid constant repetition of the descriptors that have been bandied about for decades. We accept them and use them, but how much do…
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Opinion: City building is a shared responsibility
In just a few days, Calgarians will choose the next city council. It’s an important moment, not only in terms of how our city is governed but how it grows, how it feels and who it’s for. It can be an opportunity for politicians, businesses and Calgarians to come together to create a clear vision…
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Varcoe: A budget hot potato for next mayor and council — the tax split between businesses and homeowners
It took a full hour into the Calgary Chamber of Commerce’s mayoral debate last week — an event partly focused on business issues — when the “ugly reality” of property taxes reared its head with the candidates. Read More
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Pele stuns with episode 35 of Kīlauea eruption
VOLCANO, Hawaii (KHON2) — Kilauea stuns once again with its latest eruption. Episode 35 of the ongoing Halemaʻumaʻu eruption began around 8:05 p.m. on Oct. 17. Kīlauea dazzles in overnight spectacle According to the USGS, there are sustained lava fountains that reached about 500 feet in height, currently erupting from the north vent. Preceding this…
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Saturday tiebreakers slated to finalize playoff lineup for Grand Slam of Curling’s CO-OP Tour Challenge
A few teams will work overtime to earn a spot in the Grand Slam of Curling’s CO-OP Tour Challenge playoffs in Nisku, Alta. Read More
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‘Creepy’ phone scams targeting Hawaii residents
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Law enforcement officials say there is a rise in caller ID spoofing with criminals posing as trusted sources to steal money and personal information. Honolulu police are warning residents about a rise in phone scams using caller ID spoofing, where criminals fake phone numbers to trick victims into thinking they are legit.…
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Kapiolani Medical Center staff walk off the job, joined by Kaiser Permanente workers in statewide strike movement
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Hundreds of workers at Kapiolani Medical Center took to the picket lines Friday, demanding higher pay and better working conditions. About 300 members of the Hawaii Teamsters and Allied Workers Local 996, including nurse aides, surgical assistants, maintenance staff, and other support workers, are on strike outside the hospital. NOTICE: Hundreds of…