Opinion: Reinvest tobacco settlement cash to keep more Albertans alive

Steve Nease's cartoon from March 19, 2025, depicts a humorous scene that is not visible due to a video loading error. The video failure prompts viewers to refresh their browsers or access other videos from the team. The summary highlights the content of the cartoon and the technical issue preventing its display. Full Article

Emergency services responded to a house fire at Pharmacy and Conroy avenues in Scarborough on Tuesday night, prompting the evacuation of all residents from the home. Thankfully, all occupants were able to escape, though it is unclear if there were any injuries. As a result of the incident, Pharmacy is closed from Florens Avenue. Full Article

Ryan Mountcastle led the Baltimore Orioles to an 8-2 win over the Toronto Blue Jays in exhibition baseball, hitting two home runs and driving in four runs. Cedric Mullins and Ryan O’Hearn also homered for the Orioles. Eric Lauer struggled on the mound for the Jays, giving up five runs in three innings. Bo Bichette and Leo Jimenez provided offense for Toronto, but it wasn't enough as the Orioles secured the victory. Full Article

The Conservative national campaign director announced that journalists will no longer be allowed to travel with leader Pierre Poilievre on his campaign plane and bus during the upcoming election. This decision breaks a long-standing tradition and is attributed to rising travel costs and increased digital access to public events. Media outlets will be given advance notice of Poilievre's locations for coverage, with the option for remote participation through conferencing services and professional-grade feeds. Full Article

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Alberta NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi criticizes Premier Danielle Smith for meeting with right-wing U.S. commentator Ben Shapiro, calling him racist and transphobic. Despite opposition, Smith proceeds, aiming to influence Americans on Trump's tariffs with Shapiro's large following. Nenshi's NDP condemns Smith's association, citing Shapiro's controversial remarks, but Smith persists in her efforts to engage with the American right. Full Article