78 m. ago Are singles being singled out at tax time? Edmonton area experts weigh in

"The single tax is really a term used to basically say that singles have higher costs and are being impacted with those higher cost" 

Economics

85 m. ago 'Absolute professional': Flames high on draftee defenceman Eric Jamieson

'There’s just too many adjectives to use in terms of Eric. He’s a great kid to work with,' said Ray Edwards, the Flames’ director of player development

Events

1 hour ago Trump says he’s confident Putin will ’keep his word’ if there’s a deal to end the war in Ukraine

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said Thursday that talks to end Russia’s invasion of Ukraine are “very well advanced” and he expressed confidence that Russian leader Vladimir Putin won’t press to restart the war if a truce can be reached. Trump made the comments at the start of a White House meeting with British Prime […]

Politics

1 hour ago U.K.’s Keir Starmer says ending Russia’s war in Ukraine ’can’t be peace that rewards the aggressor’

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said Thursday that talks to end Russia’s invasion of Ukraine are “very well advanced” but cautioned that there is only a narrow window to get a deal done to end the grinding war.  Trump made the comments as he hosted Prime Minister Keir Starmer at the White House for talks […]

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1 hour ago Darnell Nurse out as Edmonton Oilers shuffle deck against Panthers

The Edmonton Oilers will be without the services of Darnell Nurse when they face the defending-champion Florida Panthers at Amerant Bank Arena on Thursday (5 p.m., Sportsnet One). The 30-year-old defenceman is out day-to-day with an undisclosed injury, according to Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch. Nurse crashed into the end boards Tuesday in a 4-1 […]

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2 h. ago In Calgary courts: Jurors begin deliberations on whether gunman who ambushed Calgary couple outside their home intended to murder them

Noteworthy legal cases in Calgary and area from Feb. 24-28, 2025

Events

2 h. ago Calgary tow trucks not invited to collisions can face lofty fine under new rules

'A $10,000 hit, that's a big deal,' said Don Getschel, the Towing and Recovery Association of Alberta's Edmonton director

Events

3 h. ago Gang member from Montreal involved in human trafficking in Alberta

A 26-year-old man affiliated with a Montreal-based gang was released from custody after being arrested last month for trafficking women in Calgary and Edmonton, according to the Alberta Law Enforcement Response Team. The agency’s investigation identified five victims and found the offences occurred over two years. At the time of his arrest, the man, who […]

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3 h. ago Statue of women’s rights pioneer Emily Murphy stolen from Edmonton park

Emily Murphy was Alberta's first female judge and one of the so-called Famous Five women behind the 1929 Persons Case.

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3 h. ago Michael J. Fox to make rare appearance at Calgary Expo in April to celebrate 40th anniversary of Back to the Future

Canadian actor Michael J. Fox is scheduled to make a rare appearance at Calgary Expo this year as part of a panel dedicated to the Back to the Future franchise on the 40th anniversary of the first 1985 film. The Edmonton-born retired actor and activist, who suffers from Parkinson’s disease, is only making four appearances […]

Culture

3 h. ago Veren shares jump as oil and gas producer announces improved well performance

CALGARY — Shares in Veren Inc. jumped as the oil and gas producer said it finished 2024 with improved performance out of its wells in northwestern Alberta and would take a breather from big asset deals. Veren, which changed its name from Crescent Point Energy last year, saw its share price rise around 10 per […]

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3 h. ago Calgary 1988 Olympic torch engraved in Edmonton featured on Pawn Stars episode

Calgary’s 1988 Winter Olympics brought global talent and heartening underdogs to the city, notably British ski jumper Eddie the Eagle and the Jamaican bobsled team that served as the inspiration behind 1993’s film Cool Runnings. The 1988 Winter Olympic torch is considered one of the most rare due to how few, less than 150, were […]

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3 h. ago Prada reconstructs femininity starting with the little black dress fit for a global ‘black moment’

MILAN (AP) — Prada opened its runway show during Milan Fashion Week on Thursday with its take on the little black dress, reflecting what Miuccia Prada called “a very black moment” in world affairs. “To work in this difficult moment is really tough,” Prada said backstage. Sidestepping overtly political discussion, she added: “What we try […]

Culture

3 h. ago Former Olympic swimmer sentenced in rape case involving two teenage girls

A former Olympic swimmer who represented Great Britain on home soil in the 2012 Games has been sentenced after being found guilty of several sex-related crimes. Antony James received 21 years in prison for raping two underage girls, among other sexual offences that occurred over a 10-year span between 2012 and 2022, according to the […]

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4 h. ago Wayne Gretzky's family says he's heartbroken people question his love for Canada

Wayne Gretzky doesn't appear too happy about the criticism he's received in the wake of last week's 4 Nations Face-Off.Named the honorary captain for last week's final of the international hockey tournament against the United States, Gretzky appeared for a ceremonial pregame puck drop alongside American captain Auston Matthews, Canadian captain Connor McDavid, and American Olympic gold medallist and honorary captain Mike Eruzione.But while Eruzione came out in a USA jersey, Gretzky opted for a suit, entered the ice through the American bench, and appeared to give a thumbs up to American players while not offering the same grace to the Canadians.Given the fact that the dual-citizen Gretzky has closely supported Donald Trump — including appearing at his official election party in November and showing up in Washington for his inauguration in January — many Canadians weren’t exactly a fan of the choice."How fickle can people be when someone who has given so much t...

Culture

4 h. ago Millennials are the most influential group of homebuyers in Canada

Calgary’s former crop of first-time buyers are fast becoming today’s move-up purchasers.

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4 h. ago Snowflake Expands AI Footprint with New Silicon Valley AI Hub and $200M Investment in Next

The nearly 30,000 square foot space in Menlo Park will represent one of the largest dedicated spaces for developers, startups, and business leaders to shape the future of AI Snowflake also plans to invest up to $200M in next-gen startups innovating on its AI Data Cloud through the Snowflake Startup Accelerator Program, in partnership with […]

Economics

5 h. ago Severely injured Calgarian set to return from Mexico on medevac flight

A Calgary family is anxiously counting down the hours until they welcome their severely injured loved one back following a multiple-day delay where his insurance company said he was not fit to fly. Trevor Cockrell, 55, suffered multiple broken bones and a collapsed lung after he and his family were rear-ended by a car on […]

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5 h. ago Cricut® Unveils the Next Generation of Smart Cutting Machines: Cricut Explore® 4 and Cricut Maker® 4

SOUTH JORDAN, Utah — Cricut®, Inc. (NASDAQ: CRCT), a leading creative technology company, has announced the next generation of its smart cutting machines: Cricut Explore® 4 and Cricut Maker® 4. Starting February 28, Cricut Explore 4 and Cricut Maker 4 will be available for purchase in the U.S. and Canada on Cricut.com and Michaels in […]

Culture

5 h. ago Measles cases in Ontario have nearly doubled over the last 2 weeks

Ontario is reporting 84 new measles cases over the last two weeks, nearly doubling the province's total count since an outbreak started in the autumn. 

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