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Atlético deals Koeman's Barcelona another blow with 2-0 loss
BARCELONA, Spain (AP) - Ronald Koeman will keep his job despite the latest humbling defeat for the once mighty Barcelona. Atltico Madrid dealt Barcelona another harsh helping of life without Lionel Me...
Oct 02, 2021
Canadian Islamic State figure charged with supporting terrorist group
A Canadian man alleged to be a leading Islamic State media figure and foreign fighter has been charged in U.S. federal court with conspiring to provide material support to a foreign terrorist organiza...
Oct 02, 2021
Local bank recognizes mom & daughter duo for community efforts
A local mom and daughter are being recognized as part of the #TDThanksYou campaign. The initiative recognizes those whose community contributions have enriched the lives of those around them.Nicki Mon...
Oct 02, 2021
Help raise awareness and funds during Child Abuse Prevention Month
Across Alberta, child advocacy centres are marking Child Abuse Prevention Month this October.More than 30 centres exist across Canada, with eight in Alberta."Child Abuse Prevention Month is about crea...
Oct 02, 2021
Pfizer submits trial data on vaccine use in children aged 5 to 11 to Health Canada
Pfizer has submitted preliminary research to Health Canada on the effectiveness of its COVID-19 vaccine in children aged five to 11. The drugmaker confirmed Saturday it provided the initial trial data...
Oct 02, 2021
TODAY: Coats 4 Kids charity checkstop on until 4 p.m.
The annual Coats 4 Kids charity checkstop is happening today (Oct. 2) from 9-4.This is the event's 60th year in Red Deer, with various organizations taking on the Coats 4 Kids mantle over time.Volunte...
Oct 02, 2021
NWSL Commissioner Baird resigns amid scandal
National Women's Soccer League Commissioner Lisa Baird resigned after some 19 months on the job amid allegations that a former coach engaged in sexual harassment and misconduct. Baird's resignation wa...
Oct 02, 2021
Almost eight in 10 support proof-of-vaccine requirement to visit public places: poll
OTTAWA - Canadians overwhelmingly support the idea of requiring vaccine passports to gain admittance to public places such as restaurants, bars and gyms, a new poll suggests. Fully 78 per cent of resp...
Oct 02, 2021
Ethiopia's Oromo protest, demand freedom for jailed leaders
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia (AP) - Members of Ethiopia's largest ethnic group, the Oromo, protested Saturday against the government and called for the release of jailed opposition figures as they gathered i...
Oct 02, 2021
'Run everywhere': Fledgling Maverick Party intends to up its game after poor results
CALGARY - The interim leader of the fledgling Maverick Party says it will be making some key changes after a disappointing result in last month's federal election. Formerly known as Wexit Canada, the ...
Oct 02, 2021