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At least 10 dead, others to hospital in crash west of Winnipeg: source

At least 10 dead, others to hospital in crash west of Winnipeg: source

WINNIPEG — A government source says at least 10 people are dead and others have been taken to hospital after a highway crash west of Winnipeg. Authorities have not confirmed numbers, but RCMP are set to hold a news conference later Thursday.
Canadians opting for shorter mortgage terms as they hope for declining interest rates

Canadians opting for shorter mortgage terms as they hope for declining interest rates

OTTAWA — With mortgage rates at their highest level in more than a decade, home owners and prospective buyers tend to focus on getting the best rate. While shopping around, however, experts say borrowers shouldn't forget about term length.
More complaints possible after ‘Dances With Wolves’ actor charged in Alberta: police

More complaints possible after ‘Dances With Wolves’ actor charged in Alberta: police

TSUUT'INA FIRST NATION — Police in Alberta say they anticipate more complainants will come forward after a former actor and self-described medicine man was charged with sexual exploitation and sexual assault in the province.
B.C. becomes first province to provide universal coverage for opioid treatments

B.C. becomes first province to provide universal coverage for opioid treatments

VICTORIA — The British Columbia government is expanding access to opioid agonist treatment medications by providing universal coverage to help people with substance use disorders, making it the first province in Canada to do so.
Bragg Creekers reflect as 10th anniversary of 2013 floods approaches

Bragg Creekers reflect as 10th anniversary of 2013 floods approaches

“We just did what we could,” Breakey said. “It was amazing how everyone rallied.”
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith selling her rail car restaurant

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith selling her rail car restaurant

HIGH RIVER, Alta. — Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is selling a rail car restaurant she owns with her husband.
How Europe is leading the world in the push to regulate AI

How Europe is leading the world in the push to regulate AI

LONDON (AP) — Lawmakers in Europe signed off Wednesday on the world’s first set of comprehensive rules for artificial intelligence , clearing a key hurdle as authorities across the globe race to rein in AI.
UPDATE: Langdonite charged with second degree murder in recent homicide

UPDATE: Langdonite charged with second degree murder in recent homicide

Langdon and Strathmore RCMP's update states Scott Demolitor, a 31-year-old resident of Langdon, has been charged with second degree murder in the death of Audra Demolitor, a 56-year-old Langdon resident.
Trump's GOP rivals grapple with their response as his legal woes dominate the presidential contest

Trump's GOP rivals grapple with their response as his legal woes dominate the presidential contest

BEDMINSTER, N.J. (AP) — Just last week, former Vice President Mike Pence said he hoped federal prosecutors would not bring charges against former President Donald Trump .
Bearspaw Chief calls out Minister McIver over false dam project statements

Bearspaw Chief calls out Minister McIver over false dam project statements

“I am not aware of any blessings by the Stoney Chiefs pertaining to any site of a proposed dam, I know haven’t provided one,” wrote Dixon in the letter. “This mischaracterization gives the false impression we are in favour of the dam project wherein no decision has yet been made.”
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