Capital of Alberta, a northern hub on the North Saskatchewan River
Miyu Yamashita has closed a dominant week at Royal Mayfair, tying the 72-hole scoring record with 23-under and earning her fourth LPGA win in 13 months, as the field eyes Solheim Cup qualification.
A collage of personal essays from UK writers shows growing anxiety about AI’s impact on work, parenting and daily routines. Writers describe navigating automation, education choices and the future with both worry and pragmatism.
Alberta has voted to remain a province of Canada in a nonbinding referendum held 19 October. Unofficial counts show roughly three‑quarters of ballots favoured staying; about one quarter voted to begin a legal process toward a future binding referendum on separation. Prime Minister Mark Carney and Premier Danielle Smith have welcomed the result; separatist leaders say their movement will continue.
Albertans head to a Monday vote on whether to remain in Canada or trigger a future referendum on independence. Premier Danielle Smith and Conservative challengers frame the vote as a test of national unity and economic resilience against U.S. tariffs and global pressures. Pro-independence voices warn of sovereignty loss, while Ottawa emphasizes cooperation with a minority Quebec government.
A serious incident at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright has caused a large fire and has produced both fatalities and injuries, Defence Minister David McGuinty has said. Local hospitals are reporting heavy patient inflows and emergency crews are containing a blaze that has crossed the base perimeter amid high winds. Federal and provincial authorities are investigating.
A grass fire at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright has killed four service members and left dozens injured. Winds rapid spread forced continued training despite warnings. Officials say the investigation will determine causes, while Prime Minister Carney has ordered flags lowered and declared a period of mourning.
Gellert Global Group has filed suit in the U.S. Court of International Trade to block the Trump administration's 50% tariffs on Canadian goods, arguing the government has misused Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The Liberty Justice Center is asking for an injunction and refunds for duties paid; the White House has not commented.
Alberta has voted decisively to remain part of Canada in a nonbinding referendum, with roughly 75% supporting unity and about 25% backing a process toward separation. Prime Minister Mark Carney has framed the result as a mandate to pursue national projects — including pipeline and trade diversification — while U.S. tensions with Canada have sharpened political stakes.
BioWare has closed after 31 years and Electronic Arts has canceled early development on the next Mass Effect title while cutting roughly 400 jobs across the company, including about 50 at BioWare. The decision follows years of commercial misfires, a costly takeover that left EA with heavy debt, and shifting corporate priorities toward live services.
Fontaines DC has released a new album, Dopamine Chamber, marking a shift from post-punk to expansive, synth-driven sounds. The band’s ascent continues with a major 2027 tour and headline ambitions, while peers like The Temperance Movement release new material, signalling a vibrant UK rock scene.
A Court of Arbitration for Sport has ordered the IIHF to reinstate Russian teams for 2026–27, and several national federations — including Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark and the Czech Republic — have said they will refuse to play Russia. Hosts and sponsors are reassessing security, logistics and funding; Germany is weighing whether it can still host the 2027 men’s world championship.