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Second School Shooting in Two Days Leaves 9 Dead in Turkey
A 14-year-old student opened fire at a Turkish middle school Wednesday, killing nine people in the country's second...
Jennifer Blackwood
Business & Technology EditorJennifer Blackwood is the business and technology editor at WestNet News. She covers Calgary's evolving economic landscape, from the energy sector's transformation to the city's growing tech ecosystem. Jennifer has previously worked in corporate communications before transitioning to journalism. Her coverage of consumer protection issues, vehicle safety, and financial literacy has helped readers make informed decisions.
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Technology
Alberta Farmer Fighting Aging Oil Wells Venting Toxic Gases on Her Property
An Alberta farmer says aging oil wells on her property are releasing toxic gases and affecting her family's health, but...
Alberta
University of Alberta Faces Charter Challenge Over 2024 Encampment Removal
U of A faces Charter challenge over removal of student protest encampment in May 2024. Case could set precedent for...
Technology
Canadian Venture Capital in Crisis: What It Takes to Fix a Broken System
Canadian venture capital funding has collapsed to 2013 levels. Industry leaders say collective action and bold...
Technology
Young Paleontologists Uncover Ancient Secrets: P.E.I.'s Fossil Day Returns for Third Year
P.E.I.'s third annual Fossil Day teaches young explorers to discover 290-million-year-old Permian period treasures...
Health
Critical Hours Lost: Medical Experts Say Young Woman's Death From Sepsis Was Preventable
Medical experts say Ontario woman Heather Winterstein could have survived sepsis if infection was detected earlier....
Sports
Draisaitl's Playoff Return Still Up in the Air as Oilers Face Critical Stretch
Leon Draisaitl remains cautious about playoff readiness as Oilers face injury crisis entering postseason.
Sports
Oilers' Injury Crisis Easing as Draisaitl, Hyman Race Against Playoff Clock
Edmonton Oilers managing multiple injuries heading into playoffs, with Draisaitl expected back in Round 1 and Hyman...
Technology
How Zoho is Reshaping AI Strategy for 2026: Control, Context, and Real Accountability
Zoho Canada rejects the industry trend of pushing AI risk onto customers, embedding accountability directly into its...
Business
US and Iran Signal New Peace Talks as Trump Tightens Naval Grip on Oil Exports
US and Iran signal willingness to extend ceasefire as Trump's naval blockade pressures Tehran toward negotiating a deal...
Business
Canadian Homeowners Borrowing More as House Values Fall: What This Means for Your Wallet
Canadian mortgage debt jumped 4.2% in late 2025 while home values fell 0.7%, squeezing household finances. Financial...
Sports
Oilers Face Playoff Positioning Crunch as Injuries Mount Heading Into Final Week
Oilers can finish first to fourth in Pacific Division with two games left. Multiple injuries complicate playoff...