Tent communities part of Edmonton history for more than 100 years

‘What’s interesting over time is the way governments have responded to that.’ On the left, a photo dated in 1919, shows tents and teepees set up in Rossdale next to the Hudson’s Bay Company barns; buildings visible in the background include the Macdonald Hotel. On the right, city crews dismantle a homeless encampment in downtown … Read more

Sen. Wicker: US airstrikes ‘welcome,’ but ‘too late’ for 3 US service members killed in Jordan

Sen. Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) said recent airstrikes in retaliation for an attack last week on a base in Jordan that killed three service members are “welcome,” but “too late” for those who died. “These military strikes are welcome, but come far too late for the three brave Americans who died and the nearly 50 wounded,” … Read more

Man who doesn’t drive gets more than 100 motoring fines

Rob Richards has received more than 100 motoring fines despite not being able to drive (Picture: Rob Richards/Wessex News Agency) A man who doesn’t even drive has been bombarded with more than 100 motoring fines and chased by bailiffs. NHS admin worker Rob Richards has never held a driver’s licence but keeps receiving the notices … Read more

Rocky View County woman charged with attempted murder

The female suspect surrendered to police without incident, says RCMP. The Calgary Courts Centre.Photo by Gavin Young /Postmedia A 73-year-old Rocky View County resident was charged with attempted murder after an altercation Wednesday. The victim was seriously injured and transported to a Calgary hospital, while the suspect remained in the residence, RCMP says. Rhonda Campbell surrendered … Read more

Apple launches $3,500 VR headset: What to know

Apple has launched its newest product, The Vision Pro, a virtual reality headset. It became available in Apple stores Friday in the United States. CEO Tim Cook welcomed waiting customers at Apple’s New York City Flagship store to unveil the company’s first new product in seven years. Apple is marketing its product as a “revolutionary … Read more

Meghan McCain on Biden reportedly calling Trump a ‘sick f—‘: ‘It’s real, and we need more real from everyone in politics’

Meghan McCain, the daughter of the late Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.), praised President Biden’s reported choice words behind closed doors for President Trump Friday. “I continue to not understand why Biden’s team keeps him so isolated because him calling Trump a ‘sick f—’ is my favorite thing he’s done in months and months,” McCain said … Read more

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