12 h. ago Smith wants to negotiate ‘Alberta Accord’ guaranteeing pipelines, more federal cash

Alberta's premier said she will also put a referendum on the ballot if a petition gets enough signatures

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12 h. ago Alberta’s Smith Plans Talks With Carney, Says Separation Vote Possible

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said she’s appointing a group to negotiate with the Canadian government on removing laws that restrict energy production, adding that a referendum on the province separating from Canada may be on the ballot as soon as next year.

Transport

13 h. ago Danielle Smith ouverte à un référendum sur la souveraineté de l’Alberta

La première ministre provinciale l’organiserait si les citoyens recueillaient les signatures requises dans une pétition.

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13 h. ago Smith repeats demands, creates 'Alberta Next' panel ahead of likely independence vote in 2026

"There is a large and growing number of Albertans that have lost hope in Alberta having a free and prosperous future as a part of Canada. Many of these Albertans are organizing petitions to trigger a citizen initiated referendum," Smith said

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14 h. ago Alberta premier promises separation referendum if signatures warrant

EDMONTON — Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says she would hold a referendum on provincial separation next year if citizens gather the required signatures on a petition. Smith, in a livestream address, says she wants a sovereign Alberta within a united Canada, but the voices of those unhappy with Confederation are not fringe extremists and must […]

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14 h. ago Alberta premier promises separation referendum in 2026 if petition signatures warrant

EDMONTON — Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says she will hold a referendum on provincial separation next year if citizens gather the required signatures on a petition. Smith, in a livestream address Monday, said she wants a sovereign Alberta within a united Canada but there is a growing number of Albertans who are unhappy with Confederation, […]

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15 h. ago Danielle Smith promises Alberta separation referendum if signatures warrant

Danielle Smith said she wants a sovereign Alberta within a united Canada, but the voices of those unhappy with Confederation are not fringe extremists and must be listened to.

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17 h. ago Trump administration to offer illegal immigrants in U.S. $1,000 to ‘self

'If you are here illegally, self-deportation is the best, safest and most cost-effective way to leave the United States to avoid arrest,' Secretary Kristi Noem said

Politics

19 h. ago How individuals grasp an object may offer simpler diagnosis for autism spectrum disorder

Toronto, May 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Getting a timely diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder is a major challenge, but new research out of York University shows that how young adults, and potentially children, grasp objects could offer a simpler way to diagnose someone on the autism spectrum. The team, part of an international collaboration, […]

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19 h. ago LASIK trolling referees, umpires with free eye surgery offer – and some are taking it

Officials, referees or umpires from NFL, NHL, MLB, NBA, WNBA, MLS, NWSL or USNT are eligible for the deal

Science

21 h. ago Trump trolls ‘Radical Left Lunatics’ with ‘Star Wars’ pic, pitches plan to save ‘DYING’ Hollywood

The image showed a pumped-up president in a flowing Jedi robe, brandishing a red lightsaber

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22 h. ago Trump’s Gutting of US Climate Report Prompts Science Groups to Step Up

After the administration dismissed authors of the sixth National Climate Assessment, two science organizations said they’ll offer a platform for the research.

Society

23 h. ago Teva and Alvotech Announce FDA Approval of Interchangeability for SELARSDI™ (ustekinumab

The U.S. FDA has approved SELARSDI™ (ustekinumab-aekn) as interchangeable with the reference biologic Stelara® (ustekinumab) in all presentations matching the reference product, effective as of April 30, 2025 SELARSDI is approved for all indications matching the reference product SELARSDI is indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe plaque psoriasis and active psoriatic arthritis in […]

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34 h. ago Trump blasts Mexico’s president for rejecting offer to send troops into her country

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Sunday said Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum rejected his proposal to send U.S. troops to Mexico to help thwart the illegal drug trade because she is fearful of the country’s powerful cartels The comments by Trump came a day after Sheinbaum confirmed that Trump pressed her in a call last […]

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40 h. ago With proposed referendum legislation, daylight time could be back on Alberta ballots

Premier Smith suggested the province could add the daylight time issue to any citizen-led referendum questions that emerge

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3 d. ago Spain’s Power Grid Spending Fell Behind as Solar Energy Boomed

Spain’s nationwide blackout this week has put a spotlight on potential vulnerabilities in its system that may offer warnings to others, as rising electrification and clean energy place new demands on power grids around the world.

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3 d. ago Trippy Ontario house that looks like a 1970s time capsule is going for $4.5M

It may be 2025, but stepping into 6800 Second Line W. in Mississauga feels like falling headfirst into a lava lamp.This trippy time capsule appears to have been pulled straight from 1970, complete with psychedelic wallpaper.We're talking zigzag patterns that make the walls look like they're melting, linoleum tiles so loud they practically scream, and a wood-panelled basement rec room that looks ready to host a Bee Gees listening party.The foyer. This home has never been on the market before, so it's no surprise it's in need of some serious modernization.The dining room. But if you can see past the retro riot of textures and colours, there's actually a ton of potential here.The land. Not only does the home offer four bedrooms and four bathrooms, but it sits on nearly an acre of land.So much room for activities. According to the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation, half of that could be subdivided into two separate lots, each measuring a s...

Economics

3 d. ago Confederacy of Treaty Six First Nations calls for Alberta premier to 'abandon dangerous rhetoric' amid talks of separatism

The Confederacy of Treaty Six First Nations is weighing in on talks of separatism and calling Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s “promotion” of the idea of a referendum “reckless.” Talks of separatism have regained steam after the federal election and are being pushed further after Smith’s government tabled legislation that, if passed, would lower the threshold […]

Events

3 d. ago Prince Harry wants to reconcile with Royal Family, says he’s ‘forgiven’ them

'Life is precious. I don't know how much longer my father has,' Prince Harry said in a BBC News interview, referencing King Charles, who was diagnosed with cancer last year.

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3 d. ago Day of mourning for Lapu Lapu tragedy as suspect appears in court

A statement from the province says the day is an opportunity to grieve the lives that were lost and offer support to those who lost loved ones in the horrific tragedy.

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