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Alberta government data shows decrease in opioid deaths and overdoses—but some are dying more than others

Alberta government data shows decrease in opioid deaths and overdoses—but some are dying more than others

Drug-poisoning deaths in Alberta have dropped nearly 40 per cent since 2023, according to data from the provincial government. But a deeper look is needed to understand the full picture, harm reduction advocates say.
Using smart technologies and artificial intelligence in food packaging can reduce food waste

Using smart technologies and artificial intelligence in food packaging can reduce food waste

Innovations in food packaging that integrate smart technologies can reduce food waste and help address food insecurity.
U.S. issues travel warning for parts of Mexico: What Canadian travellers need to know

U.S. issues travel warning for parts of Mexico: What Canadian travellers need to know

Some important safety considerations for Canadian travellers
Airdrie semi driver charged over fatal accident near Drumheller

Airdrie semi driver charged over fatal accident near Drumheller

Navdeep Singh Gakhal 37, of Airdrie, Alta., has been charged with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle causing death.
Cattle selling at record high prices; impact of tariffs would be severe

Cattle selling at record high prices; impact of tariffs would be severe

The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) and National Cattle Feeders' Association (NCFA) say they will continue to work with the federal government to remove any tariffs on live cattle and beef.
Microplastics and microbes? AU prof breaks down minuscule molecules

Microplastics and microbes? AU prof breaks down minuscule molecules

Alberta study show microplastics are leaving the river system in Athabasca, but increasing in four other communities.
Alberta ultra-marathoner overcame medical condition to run thousands of kilometres

Alberta ultra-marathoner overcame medical condition to run thousands of kilometres

"I failed the mile in high school intentionally because I would not run in front of other people," said ultra marathon runner Jessica McBride of St. Albert, Alberta.
Alberta wedding planner shares 2025 wedding trends, cost

Alberta wedding planner shares 2025 wedding trends, cost

The average wedding cost in Canada is roughly $32,000 give or take a few thousand dollars. 
Trump’s invasion threats violate international law: Canadian ambassador

Trump’s invasion threats violate international law: Canadian ambassador

The Canadian ambassador to France says threats by United States President Donald Trump to invade another country violate international law.
15 American and Canadian downtowns that are bouncing back, and how they did it

15 American and Canadian downtowns that are bouncing back, and how they did it

Spokeo used data published in the Journal of Urban Studies to explore which cities across the U.S. and Canada have experienced a resurgence.
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