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University of Calgary-led study says concussions don't affect kids' intelligence

University of Calgary-led study says concussions don't affect kids' intelligence

CALGARY — A University of Calgary-led study has some positive news for parents whose children have suffered concussions, finding kids' intelligence is not affected by the brain injury.
Sutherland closes career at memorable Rangeland Derby

Sutherland closes career at memorable Rangeland Derby

Alberta chuckwagon driver Mark Sutherland closed the chapter on his 30 years in the sport at the Calgary Stampede’s 2023 Cowboys Rangeland Derby with a fifth-place finish.
Judge sentences thief to house arrest and restitution to former employer

Judge sentences thief to house arrest and restitution to former employer

A Northern Alberta man admits to stealing tools from his employer to fuel cocaine addiction.
Low muscle mass factor in COVID complications: study

Low muscle mass factor in COVID complications: study

Levels of muscle mass and body fat play a pivotal role in COVID-19 prognosis and recovery, according to new University of Alberta research.
Threads collects so much sensitive information it's a 'hacker's dream,' experts say

Threads collects so much sensitive information it's a 'hacker's dream,' experts say

The specificity and quantity of information the text and multimedia platform can access poses a risk to most users, if it falls into the wrong hands or is used to target them, tech experts agree.
Stoney Nakoda RCMP lay drug trafficking charges in traffic stop

Stoney Nakoda RCMP lay drug trafficking charges in traffic stop

During the traffic stop, one passenger with outstanding warrants was identified and subsequently arrested. A search of the passenger led to the discovery of illicit drugs in his possession.
Province announces $3 million feasibility study of Calgary-Banff passenger rail project

Province announces $3 million feasibility study of Calgary-Banff passenger rail project

Planners and politicians from Cochrane to Edmonton may soon be faced with a number of challenges as the proposed Calgary-Banff Passenger Rail project inched towards becoming a reality this week, with the UCP government announcement of a $3 million study
Cyanobacteria shows its colours on Jessie Lake

Cyanobacteria shows its colours on Jessie Lake

Numerous recreational Alberta lakes are currently under a blue-green algae advisory with eight active advisories listed in the Lakeland area.
The community spirit of two Edmonton women celebrated with parks in Edgemont and Laurier Heights

The community spirit of two Edmonton women celebrated with parks in Edgemont and Laurier Heights

Honouring two remarkable Edmonton women with city parks.
Four Canadians prevail in Calgary Stampede rodeo finals

Four Canadians prevail in Calgary Stampede rodeo finals

CALGARY — Canadian cowboys held their own at the Calgary Stampede rodeo by winning four of six events on Showdown Sunday.
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