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Federal officials says 'unprecedented' wildfire season expected to extend into fall

Federal officials says 'unprecedented' wildfire season expected to extend into fall

OTTAWA — The federal government is forecasting that high wildfire activity will continue across much of Canada this month, with the potential for the fire season to extend into September for southern B.C.
RCMP investigating collision between fuel truck and train in northern Alberta

RCMP investigating collision between fuel truck and train in northern Alberta

WHITECOURT, Alta. — Emergency crews are at the scene of a collision between a fuel truck and a train in northern Alberta.
Cyberattack on government service provider exposes records of 1.4 million Albertans

Cyberattack on government service provider exposes records of 1.4 million Albertans

EDMONTON — An Alberta government service provider says the records of more than 1.4 million residents were the target of a cyberattack last month.
Some news outlets report difficulty posting on Meta apps amid restriction rollout

Some news outlets report difficulty posting on Meta apps amid restriction rollout

TORONTO — News outlets say they’ve been unable to post on Meta’s social media sites some or all of the time since the digital giant began rolling out its restrictions on Canadian news in response to federal legislation.
Health alert: Monster Energy drinks recalled in Canada

Health alert: Monster Energy drinks recalled in Canada

The popular beverages have been recalled due to caffeine content and labelling issues.
'Perfect storm' causing constant delays at Air Canada, despite windfall profits: CEO

'Perfect storm' causing constant delays at Air Canada, despite windfall profits: CEO

MONTREAL — A "perfect storm" of problems lies behind Air Canada's wave of flight delays over the summer, its CEO said, even as the country's largest airline roars back to profitability.
Defence lawyer awaits details in Calgary terrorism case related to TikTok video

Defence lawyer awaits details in Calgary terrorism case related to TikTok video

CALGARY — The lawyer for a 20-year-old Calgary man facing four terrorism-related charges says he's awaiting more evidence in the case against his client.
Man severely injured after hit by light-rail train in Calgary

Man severely injured after hit by light-rail train in Calgary

CALGARY — A man sustained life-threatening injuries Thursday night after being hit by a light-rail transit train in Calgary.
Rising country superstar has heart and a golden voice to boot

Rising country superstar has heart and a golden voice to boot

 "It was amazing, actually. It was a lot of fun. The people were awesome there, and it was incredible," he said. "I've always heard about it. This was my first time ever going."  
Canmore RCMP seek public's help in locating missing man

Canmore RCMP seek public's help in locating missing man

Police are asking for the public’s help in finding a missing Calgary man whose vehicle was found near Harvie Heights.
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