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Liberals Back Social Media Age Limits: What It Means for Canadian Youth
Canada's Liberals vote to restrict social media and AI chatbots for under-16s, but experts debate whether age bans or...
Michael Torres
Municipal Affairs ReporterMichael Torres covers municipal affairs, infrastructure, environment, and breaking news for WestNet News. Born and raised in Calgary, Michael has a deep understanding of the city's communities and the issues that matter most to residents. He holds a diploma in journalism, and has covered everything from severe weather events to city council debates. Michael is particularly passionate about stories at the intersection of urban development and community impact.
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Calgary's brightest young scientists heading to national competition after stunning local fair
Seventeen Calgary youth scientists advance to Canada-Wide Science Fair after dominant showing at local competition....
Health
A Troubling Resurgence: Disability Slur Making Comeback Despite Decades of Advocacy
A derogatory slur long considered taboo is making a troubling comeback, driven by high-profile public figures....
World
U.S. Refugee Program Dramatically Shifts: Nearly 4,500 South Africans Admitted, Just 3 From Rest of World
Trump's refugee program admits 4,496 South Africans but just 3 from all other countries, marking an unprecedented...
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Calgary Residents Voice Frustrations Over Rapid Development, Approval Process
Calgary residents are expressing mounting frustration with the development approval process, saying concerns about...
Health
Health Canada Issues Urgent Warning on Illegal Anti-Aging and Weight-Loss Injections Flooding Online Markets
Health Canada warns against illegal injectable peptides sold online for weight loss and anti-aging — they can cause...
Health
Vaccination Rates Plummeting Across Canada as Measles Makes Dangerous Comeback
Childhood vaccination rates have plummeted across Canada since the pandemic, raising alarm as measles outbreaks spread...
USA
New Audio Recording Released in Bahamas Woman's Disappearance Case
Audio recording emerges from husband following woman's disappearance during Bahamas boat ride. Husband detained but not...
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Calgary Woman Faces Judge's Scrutiny Over Proposed House Arrest in Seniors Scam Case
Calgary woman accused in seniors scam faces judge's concerns over proposed house arrest sentence. Victims lost $70,000.
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Calgary Stampede Canvas Auction Shatters Records With $6M in Corporate Bids
Calgary Stampede canvas auction smashes records with $6.075M in corporate bids, signalling surprising economic...
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Conservative Party at Crossroads as Internal Divisions Deepen
Conservative Party faces growing internal divisions as MPs defect and leadership faces mounting criticism from within...
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Spring Stink Season: Calgary Airport's De-Icer Thaw Overwhelms Fire Department with False Alarm Calls
Calgary Fire Department fields 20-60 daily calls as glycol thaw at the airport releases a sulphur-like odour residents...