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Warming-stoked tides eating huge holes in Greenland glacier

Warming-stoked tides eating huge holes in Greenland glacier

Daily tides stoked with increasingly warmer water ate a hole taller than the Washington Monument at the bottom of one of Greenland's major glaciers in the last couple years, accelerating the retreat of a crucial part of the glacier, a new study found.
Inflation likely slowed again in April, but economists say wage growth a top concern

Inflation likely slowed again in April, but economists say wage growth a top concern

OTTAWA — Canadians' wages are finally growing faster than prices as inflation continues to ease, but that isn't necessarily good news for economists who worry high wage growth might stand in the way of bringing inflation back down to the two per cent
US agency plans deeper study of sea turtles, dredging threat

US agency plans deeper study of sea turtles, dredging threat

SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) — A U.S. agency has agreed to an in-depth environmental study into whether dredging a Georgia shipping channel in the spring and summer would threaten rare sea turtles nesting on nearby beaches — a review demanded by conservationists who sued to stop the project.
AIWC seeking support for expected summer influx of wounded wildlife

AIWC seeking support for expected summer influx of wounded wildlife

Madden-based Alberta Institute for Wildlife Conservation (AWIC) is celebrating 30 years of service in 2023, and is hoping to raise $30,000 by May 31 to help with its spring and summer operations to continue saving and rehabilitating injured or orphaned wildlife.
NDP leader waiting to see 'fine print' before endorsing Calgary Flames arena deal

NDP leader waiting to see 'fine print' before endorsing Calgary Flames arena deal

CALGARY — Alberta NDP Leader Rachel Notley says there is too much hidden fine print for her to endorse a $1.2-billion deal to replace the aging Saddledome with a new arena for the Calgary Flames.
Professional make-up artist in Cochrane shares story about work, teaching, and Alberta's burgeoning film industry

Professional make-up artist in Cochrane shares story about work, teaching, and Alberta's burgeoning film industry

“I thought I’d be an art teacher my whole life, and now here I am doing make-up for films.”
Oilers look to keep momentum in back-and-forth series with Golden Knights

Oilers look to keep momentum in back-and-forth series with Golden Knights

EDMONTON — Stopping the momentum swings will be the key for the Edmonton Oilers.
Wildfires are threatening First Nations and Metis communities in Alberta

Wildfires are threatening First Nations and Metis communities in Alberta

As of May 10, nine First Nations in Alberta have been impacted by the wildfires raging across the province, according to Indigenous Services Canada (ISC).
Fewer Indigenous candidates in Alberta election but higher chance of victory for some

Fewer Indigenous candidates in Alberta election but higher chance of victory for some

At least 13 Indigenous candidates with four parties have their names on the ballot for the May 29 Alberta election. That represents six less than ran in 2019.
Collision south of Turner Valley claims life of teen

Collision south of Turner Valley claims life of teen

Collision occurred on Highway 22 between 498 Ave and Highway 541.
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