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The science of impairment

The science of impairment

A University of Alberta neuroscientist explains the science of impairment.
How to safely take wildlife photos

How to safely take wildlife photos

Avoid negative run-ins with wildlife by following these tips when trying to capture the moment.
Gizmo the cat survived a crash and nearly a month on his own

Gizmo the cat survived a crash and nearly a month on his own

A rescue cat on the way to his forever home in Ontario went missing for a month.
Vaping is a gateway to smoking cigarettes for young Canadians, poll finds

Vaping is a gateway to smoking cigarettes for young Canadians, poll finds

"Vaping is harmful, period. For health, especially for youth," says the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Roofs ripped away, power knocked out as powerful storm hits northern Alberta village

Roofs ripped away, power knocked out as powerful storm hits northern Alberta village

Roofs became airborne and trees tumbled during a powerful storm in a northern Alberta village Friday night.
Supreme Court rules condom use can be a condition of consent in sexual assault cases

Supreme Court rules condom use can be a condition of consent in sexual assault cases

The Supreme Court of Canada says sex with a condom is a fundamentally different physical act than sex without one.
Greener and cleaner grid might not be as expensive as predicted

Greener and cleaner grid might not be as expensive as predicted

An analyst with the Pembina Institute said the report over-estimated the cost of renewable energy.
Video: Man throws metal tank at moving cars on busy B.C. roadway

Video: Man throws metal tank at moving cars on busy B.C. roadway

A man was seen smashing vehicles and threatening people in Greater Vancouver suburb.
Prison consulting firm aims to help inmates avoid harm

Prison consulting firm aims to help inmates avoid harm

The duo behind DeadEyes.NoLies Inc. provides support for people about to be released from prison.
First woman appointed provincial chief justice retiring after 30 years on bench

First woman appointed provincial chief justice retiring after 30 years on bench

After three decades on the bench, Catherine Fraser, Alberta's chief justice, is hanging up her robe.
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