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SpaceX launches its giant new rocket but a pair of explosions ends the second test flight

SpaceX launches its giant new rocket but a pair of explosions ends the second test flight

SpaceX launched its mega rocket Starship on Saturday, but lost the booster and then the spacecraft minutes into the test flight.
BREAKING: Airdrie RCMP cleared by ASIRT investigation for in custody death in 2021

BREAKING: Airdrie RCMP cleared by ASIRT investigation for in custody death in 2021

In a released decision, the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) concluded that there was no improper action or inaction by police in the matter of a death in the Airdrie RCMP cells on June 7, 2021.
Rogers Sugar strike taking some of the sweetness out of holiday season for bakers

Rogers Sugar strike taking some of the sweetness out of holiday season for bakers

A bitter strike at a Canadian Rogers Sugar refinery is taking some of the sweetness out of the holiday season for bakers and candy-makers.
'No-brainer': Alberta panel hears callers urge split from Canada Pension Plan

'No-brainer': Alberta panel hears callers urge split from Canada Pension Plan

EDMONTON — The panel hearing feedback on whether Alberta should quit the Canada Pension Plan heard multiple callers tell them Thursday it’s time to embrace a “no-brainer” provincial program.
Vigil planned for Northern Alberta woman missing since Oct. 5

Vigil planned for Northern Alberta woman missing since Oct. 5

Organizers hope candle-light event will help find 54-year-old Rose Simonelis of Plamondon.
Living wage report shows Canmore most expensive place to live in Alberta

Living wage report shows Canmore most expensive place to live in Alberta

Canmore residents need to make almost $14 more per hour to make a living wage compared to the second most expensive place to live in Alberta - Jasper.
Semi truck driver charged with drunk driving on Alberta highway

Semi truck driver charged with drunk driving on Alberta highway

A Saskatchewan truck driver has been charged with impaired driving after allegedly trying to reverse a semi-tractor trailer on an Alberta highway.
Kananaskis avalanche death stark reminder of hazard at season start

Kananaskis avalanche death stark reminder of hazard at season start

“This terrible tragedy is a reminder to anyone going out into the backcountry to exercise caution, carry essential rescue gear (a probe, shovel and beacon) and always check for avalanche conditions before and during their trip as risk can change rapidly.”
12 animals that have been observed adopting animals from other species

12 animals that have been observed adopting animals from other species

Stacker compiled 12 times wild animals have adopted others of a different species.
Sixty-five-year-old Alberta rock climber recognized for decades in sport

Sixty-five-year-old Alberta rock climber recognized for decades in sport

Alberta climber, Andy Genereux, has established more than 2,000 pitches and 600 sport climbs in the Bow Valley and Canadian Rockies since 1982
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