69 m. ago ’Gold standard’: Plane spotters in Calgary hope for glimpse of Air Force One at G7

CALGARY — Airplane enthusiasts are setting up at the Calgary International Airport in hopes of seeing some exciting aircraft land for the start of the G7 leaders’ summit in nearby Kananaskis, Alta. Corbin Johnson wants to catch a glimpse of the plane carrying U.S. President Donald Trump. “Air Force One is certainly the gold standard, […]

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72 m. ago Plane spotters in Calgary hope for glimpse of Air Force 1 at G7

Airplane enthusiasts are converging on the Calgary airport this weekend in hopes of spotting some interesting aircraft arriving for the G7 summit in nearby Kananaskis.

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1 hour ago U.K. PM Starmer in Ottawa to talk trade, Middle East conflict with Carney ahead of G7

OTTAWA — British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is in Ottawa to meet with Prime Minister Mark Carney today before the two leaders leave for the G7 leaders’ summit in Alberta. He will meet Carney this morning in his West Block office on Parliament Hill before both leaders fly separately to Calgary. Last night, Starmer had […]

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9 h. ago Deachman: Red chairs and swimming holes — It's great to be In Ottawa this summer

Suddenly, there are all sorts of outdoor public places where people can just sit and relax in the nation's capital this summer.

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12 h. ago 'A frustrating game': Calgary Wild battle back from early deficit but fall to Toronto

After falling behind 2-0 early, a halftime chat sparks Calgary Wild FC. But they were only able to score one goal in a tough loss at McMahon Stadium.

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13 h. ago Stunning $5.5 million Toronto mansion looks like it could double as an art gallery

While normally I don't believe in love at first sight, this Toronto house at 12 Misty Cres. had me at "hello."This bold, 5,000-square-foot modern masterpiece is serving next-level luxury, and honestly, it's just really, really pretty.With its striking architectural lines, soaring ceilings, private elevator, and fully integrated indoor-outdoor living, it's less "house" and more "art installation you can live in."The foyer. The pared-down interiors are ideal for showcasing a serious art collection, with expansive walls that make the space feel more like a gallery than a home.The dining room. Listed for serious design lovers, this fully renovated mansion doesn't hold back.The living room. You’re greeted by a grand foyer that flows into a massive living room with double-height ceilings and a floor-to-ceiling window that's straight-up cinematic.The balcony. It opens onto a sprawling balcony in the treetops &...

Economics

13 h. ago Louprint races to North America Cup glory at Woodbine Mohawk Park

Louprint and driver Ronnie Wrenn Jr. needed every inch to earn their North America Cup glory. The pair faced a stiff challenge from 53-1 long-shot Madden Oaks to win the $1-million classic at Woodbine Mohawk Park on Saturday in 1:47 1/5, smashing the stakes record. “I’m dreaming right now,” Wrenn said. “This is really special.” […]

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17 h. ago Vancouver 'No King' rally reinforces support for American protests against Donald Trump

Hundreds of protesters rallied Saturday at the U.S. consulate in Vancouver and at Jack Poole Plaza

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19 h. ago WestJet says operations running smoothly after ‘cybersecurity incident’

The Calgary-based airline says access to some of its servers and software systems has been impacted but added its operations are nonetheless running safely.

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20 h. ago Green Line's future secure, Calgary city council committee to hear Tuesday

Procurement is underway for construction of the southeast segment, according to the city, with work slated to begin at the end of the second quarter of this year.

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21 h. ago ‘Jaws’ turns 50: Dissecting the scariest two notes in film history

Duhhhh-nuh. Duhh-nuh. Duh-nuh. Duhnuh duhnuh duhnuh … If you grew up with brothers and some form of pool access in the 1980s, you probably played Jaws. Our version went something like this: One brother (the meal) treads water; another (the shark) swims around the depths of the deep end, waiting to strike; and a third […]

Culture

22 h. ago The Calgary Party proposes ‘no rough sleeping’ zone around Stephen Avenue

Brian Thiessen, the mayoral candidate under The Calgary Party banner, said the party's platform focuses on providing housing first to address homelessness.

Culture

22 h. ago Will rain sink Oakmont’s ability to punish players at U.S. Open on weekend?

OAKMONT, Pa. — The story of this U.S. Open isn’t simply how hard Oakmont is playing, it’s how hard it’s playing considering the course has been fighting Mother Nature all spring. At any other major championship venue, there would be worry from organizers, media, and club members that a wet golf course would be caught […]

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22 h. ago How much more rain is coming for U.S. Open on weekend at Oakmont?

OAKMONT, Pa. — The story of this U.S. Open isn’t simply how hard Oakmont is playing, it’s how hard it’s playing considering the course has been fighting Mother Nature all spring. After a very wet spring and early week downpours, another 25mm of rain fell overnight from Friday to Saturday. There is another 25mm potential […]

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23 h. ago 'Doesn't seem right': Skateboarders feel blindsided by temporary closure at city's biggest skatepark

A main section of the skateboard users still call 'Millz' has been boarded up to prepare for the Cowboys Music Festival this July

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24 h. ago B.C. climate news: Wildfire near Squamish closes provincial park | B.C. heat wave sets records | May was second hottest on record globally

Here's all the latest local and international news concerning climate change for the week of June 9 to June 15, 2025.

Events

26 h. ago Man, 18, and boy, 16, charged in Bluffer’s Park double stabbing

Two 17-year-old boys were wounded in a violent clash between 'opposing groups'

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26 h. ago G7 Kananaskis summit updates: Indian leader confirms attendance | Zelenskyy to meet with Calgary Ukrainian community | What do leaders want?

What you need to know about everything related to the G7 summit in Kananaskis from June 15-17

Politics

26 h. ago Kananaskis G7 summit updates: Indian leader Modi confirms attendance | Zelenskyy setting up talks with Trump, will meet Calgary Ukrainian community

What you need to know about everything related to the G7 summit in Kananaskis from June 15-17

Politics

29 h. ago Opinion: Our kids schools are too hot and too smoky for learning

Picture yourself inside a science classroom so hot that the students have to decamp to another part of their Calgary middle school. Now imagine being inside a Calgary math class where a Grade 12 student vomits from the heat, and then put yourself inside an Edmonton classroom that a Grade 4 student describes as “sweltering” […]

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