2 h. ago Your letters: Will panel have influence on premier's pet projects?

Are the 15 members of the Alberta Next panel followers of Premier Danielle Smith’s separatist movement, or will they be honest and provide a “wealth of ideas” as suggested in her news release? Will she turf a member if they don’t agree with her? Will she listen to them? Many Albertans do not want to […]

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2 h. ago Keith Gerein: Knack stumbles as council moves forward with Edmonton Oilers event park deal

It is rotten timing that two crucial and controversial pieces of business before city council are being debated in what is colloquially referred to as “the silly season” near the end of council’s term. Sure, it’s possible the debates would have proceeded the same way if, say, they had happened in year two of this […]

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2 h. ago University of Idaho murder suspect due in court to plead guilty

The deal drew mixed reactions from the victims' families, ranging from support to outrage that the suspect in the stabbings would live.

Society

2 h. ago Exchange Income Corporation Completes Acquisition of Canadian North

WINNIPEG, Manitoba — Exchange Income Corporation (TSX: EIF) (“EIC” or the “Corporation”), a diversified, acquisition-oriented company focused on opportunities in the Aerospace & Aviation and Manufacturing segments, announced today it has successfully closed its acquisition of Bradley Air Services Limited, operating as Canadian North. The entering into of the agreement to acquire Canadian North was […]

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3 h. ago The Dalai Lama says he plans to reincarnate, ensuring the institution will continue

DHARAMSHALA, India (AP) — Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama on Wednesday said the centuries-old Tibetan Buddhist institution will continue after his death, ending years of speculation that started when he indicated that he might be the last person to hold the role. Speaking at prayer celebrations ahead of his 90th birthday on Sunday, the […]

Transport

3 h. ago Paramount to pay $16M in settlement with Trump over ’60 Minutes’ interview

In a case seen as a challenge to free speech, Paramount has agreed to pay $16 million to settle a lawsuit filed by President Donald Trump over the editing of CBS’ ” 60 Minutes” interview with then-Vice President Kamala Harris in October. Paramount told media outlets the money will go to Trump’s future presidential library, […]

Economics

6 h. ago Paramount to pay $16 million in settlement with Trump over ’60 Minutes’ interview

In a case seen as a challenge to free speech, Paramount has agreed to pay $16 million to settle a lawsuit filed by President Donald Trump over the editing of CBS’ “60 Minutes” interview with then-Vice President Kamala Harris in October. Paramount told media outlets the money will go to Trump’s future presidential library, not […]

Economics

10 h. ago 'Wow': Hockey world reacts as Oilers sign winger to play with Draisaitl

This in from the Edmonton Oilers news they have signed forward Andrew Mangiapane as a free agent., “The Oilers have signed forward Andrew Mangiapane to a two-year contract with an average annual value of $3.6 million.” David Pagnotta @TheFourthPeriod · 1h Mangiapane’s 2-year, $7.2M deal with Edmonton ($3.6M AAV) includes a full NTC in the […]

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13 h. ago RBI Panel Likely to Recommend India Retains 4% Inflation Target

An internal committee of the Reserve Bank of India is in favor of retaining the current inflation target in an upcoming government review, according to people familiar with the matter, giving investors some reassurance about the continuity of monetary policy.

Economics

14 h. ago India’s Biocon Aims to Lead Copycat Wegovy Sales in Canada From Next Year

Biocon Ltd. plans to file for regulatory approvals of generic versions of Novo Nordisk A/S’s Ozempic and Wegovy in key markets as it races to be among the first few to reap a windfall after patents on the blockbuster weight-loss drugs expire next year.

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15 h. ago Trump says Israel has agreed on terms of Gaza ceasefire, urges Hamas to accept

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said Tuesday that Israel has agreed on terms for a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza and warned Hamas to accept the deal before conditions worsen. Trump announced the development as he prepares to host Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for talks at the White House on Monday. The U.S. leader has […]

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17 h. ago University of Pennsylvania to ban transgender athletes, feds say, ending civil rights case focused on swimmer Lia Thomas

WASHINGTON — The University of Pennsylvania has agreed to ban transgender women from its women’s sports teams to resolve a federal civil rights case that found the school violated the rights of female athletes. The U.S. Education Department announced the voluntary agreement Tuesday. The case focused on Lia Thomas, the transgender swimmer who last competed […]

Society

18 h. ago Edmonton Oilers lose Corey Perry, Connor Brown as NHL free agent window opens

Corey Perry, 40, joined the L.A. Kings on a one-year, US$2-million deal that includes up to $2 million in additional performance bonuses.

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20 h. ago ‘Everyone’s going to be that much hungrier’: Bouchard talks about signing new deal with Oilers

The Oilers announced Bouchard's new US$42-million deal on Monday, just a day before the 25-year-old blueliner from Oakville, Ont., was set to become a restricted free agent.

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21 h. ago Edmonton Oilers trade Viktor Arvidsson to Boston Bruins for draft pick

The Oilers announced the deal just before the league's free agency period began on Tuesday.

Economics

21 h. ago Flames need new backup after goalie Dan Vladar signs in Philadelphia

Dan Vladar will score a nice raise as he joins the Philadelphia Flyers on a two-year deal worth US$3.35 million per season

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21 h. ago Canucks: Brock Boeser never wanted to leave, now he’s staying with stunning contract

Boeser, 28, lands seven-year deal at US$7.25 million annually. He was projected by AFP Analytics to get six years at $8.450 in annual average value

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21 h. ago Veteran Oilers winger strikes it big with huge contract in New Jersey

This in from Sportsnet’s Gene Principe, news that Connor Brown has signed a new four years deal at $3 million per season with the New Jersey Devils B/R Open Ice@BR_OpenIce Connor Brown has signed a 4-year, $3M AAV contract with the Devils, per Gene Principe

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21 h. ago You can bet the Ottawa Senators don't like the Mitch Marner deal to Vegas one bit

Only hours before the NHL's market opened on Canada Day, the Leafs confirmed they had sent Marner to the Knights.

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22 h. ago Edmonton Oilers deal winger Viktor Arvidsson to Boston Bruins for 2027 draft pick

EDMONTON — The Edmonton Oilers have dealt left-winger Viktor Arvidsson to the Boston Bruins for a fifth-round pick in the 2027 NHL entry draft. The Oilers announced the deal just before the league’s free agency period began on Tuesday. Arvidsson, 32, had 15 goals and 12 assists in 67 regular-season games for Edmonton last season, […]

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