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Cochrane business owner argues in favour of rental rate cap

Cochrane business owner argues in favour of rental rate cap

“Everything is crazy expensive right now,” Thind said. “Cochrane is not like Calgary. It’s not a huge city. The problem is, it’s not in the town’s hands.”
Key Alzheimer’s risk factors affect men more than women, study shows

Key Alzheimer’s risk factors affect men more than women, study shows

U of A scientists find an unexpected sex difference in how a particular gene and vascular health interact to affect memory loss.
Eric Akis: For an irresistible vegetarian pho, it's all about the broth

Eric Akis: For an irresistible vegetarian pho, it's all about the broth

A flavourful vegetarian pho starts with broth that is simmered and infused with fragrant, warming spices, including star anise, cinnamon and black peppercorns.
3 easy tips to stay on top of your nutritional goals

3 easy tips to stay on top of your nutritional goals

The benefits of a healthy diet go beyond physical appearance.
How this little see-through fish gets its rainbow shimmer

How this little see-through fish gets its rainbow shimmer

NEW YORK (AP) — You can see right through this little aquarium fish from Thailand: Its skin is almost completely transparent. But when the light hits it just right, its body flickers with shimmering rainbow colors.
Cashback, reward apps helping Canadians save, but where is the data going?

Cashback, reward apps helping Canadians save, but where is the data going?

TORONTO — When it comes to saving on groceries or trips to the mall, Nichole Schaubroeck is a pro.
1-minute garlic pan sauce transforms spicy chicken traybake

1-minute garlic pan sauce transforms spicy chicken traybake

When you're roasting food, air circulation is everything. That’s why we prefer low-rimmed baking sheets over roasting pans. They accelerate cooking and boost browning in our weeknight traybakes.
TV hit 'The Last of Us' expected to bring more filming opportunities to Alberta

TV hit 'The Last of Us' expected to bring more filming opportunities to Alberta

EDMONTON — The HBO TV series "The Last of Us" has not only made many Albertans proud to recognize their province on screen, but the wildly popular post-apocalyptic show is also expected to bring in more filming opportunities.
Nature group wants Canada to strengthen reviews of genetically engineered animals

Nature group wants Canada to strengthen reviews of genetically engineered animals

OTTAWA — A national biodiversity group says Canada needs to keep genetically engineered animals out of the wild, after the federal government recently rejected several attempts to strengthen its existing laws.
Let's talk about sex: Calgary research lab providing information for disabled

Let's talk about sex: Calgary research lab providing information for disabled

CALGARY — Online dating can be a challenge for anyone, but Andrew Gurza has more hurdles than most. Gurza, who identifies as queer, has cerebral palsy, a developmental disability that affects movement, posture, and co-ordination.
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