105-Year-Old Gets Historic Black Hole Photo
Violet Sykes, aged 105, received a historic black hole image from physicist Avery Broderick in Waterloo, Ontario, fulfilling a lifelong passion for astronomy.
Violet Sykes, aged 105, received a historic black hole image from physicist Avery Broderick in Waterloo, Ontario, fulfilling a lifelong passion for astronomy.
Erosion along Lake Winnipeg is endangering the Balsam Bay Cemetery, with graves at risk of falling into the water. Community members express concern as the shoreline retreats.
The Canadian military will stop avalanche control operations along the Trans-Canada Highway in Rogers Pass, B.C., ending a long-standing safety program.
Royal Canadian Horse Artillery gunners fire howitzers in Rogers Pass, B.C., during Operation Palaci, responding to the deadly 2023 avalanche season.
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RecommendedLakes, rivers, and streams in Mount Robson Park, B.C., are closed to watercraft and wading gear to prevent the spread of whirling disease in fish populations.
A massive Steller sea lion nicknamed Chonkers has become a celebrity at San Francisco's Pier 39, drawing crowds with his impressive size and endearing antics.
Calgary's planning commission approved a development permit for the Northeast Athletic Complex, a $65M multi-sport facility featuring the city's first cricket field.
Cambridge Memorial Hospital hosted Discovery Day for students with disabilities to learn about hospital visits, reducing anxiety and improving healthcare experiences.
Vancouver kicks off May with a packed weekend of documentaries, the BMO Vancouver Marathon, and cultural festivals. Don't miss these events.
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RecommendedA German tourist died after being bitten by a snake during a show at his hotel in Hurghada, Egypt. The incident highlights risks of wildlife performances.
Archaeologists in Egypt have discovered a mummy with a literary passage from Homer's Odyssey inscribed on its abdomen, a first-of-its-kind find that sheds new light on ancient burial practices.
A sealed crate from 1958, marked 'Civil Defence,' has sparked guesses from monster trucks to medical supplies. The Vulcan museum will reveal its contents on May 15.
FIFA has authorized the Afghan Women United soccer team, composed of refugees, to participate in international tournaments, marking a significant step for displaced athletes.
Search for missing Australian hiker Denise Ann Williams ongoing in Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Nova Scotia RCMP urge fact-based tips as efforts continue.
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RecommendedLindsey Vonn tells AP she isn't emotionally prepared to decide on returning to ski racing. The Olympic champion remains uncertain about her future.
The City of Ottawa raised the Ottawa Charge flag at City Hall as the women's team returns to the PWHL playoffs, marking a milestone for women's sports in the capital.
The Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site in Baddeck, Nova Scotia, is set to receive repairs. Parks Canada announced the project to preserve the site dedicated to the inventor.
The search for the remains of Morgan Harris and Marcedes Myran at Prairie Green Landfill has been decommissioned. Crews prepared the site in October 2024.
A near-record snowpack in the Rocky Mountains is creating hazardous conditions for spring hikers, with avalanche risks and unstable terrain expected to persist into summer.
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RecommendedCalgary will see highs in the 20s most days next week as April concludes with above-seasonal temperatures. The warm weather marks a pleasant end to the month.
Sabastian Sawe returned to Kenya to a hero's welcome after setting a new world record in the marathon. The athlete arrived at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport from London to cheers and celebrations.
A mysterious golden orb discovered in the Gulf of Alaska has been identified as the base of a giant deep-sea cnidarian, Relicanthus daphneae, after three years of research.
Elk Island National Park is raising awareness about black bear sightings, urging tourists to stay safe and respect wildlife. The park educates visitors on bear behavior and precautions.
Lethbridge Polytechnic's Wildlife Analytics Lab receives funding to use AI for aging wildlife specimens, speeding up research and conservation efforts.
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RecommendedSpring brings rattlesnakes out of hibernation in Alberta, while Lethbridge faces tick season. Calgary cuts water use, and other news.
Quinty, a 19-year-old California sea lion at West Edmonton Mall, will be relocated to a U.S. facility as part of a planned transfer.
Following rescues, Parks Canada warns hikers of hazardous trails in Banff National Park due to deep snow and avalanche risk. Some trails remain treacherous.
Alpinist Haldan Borglum from Canmore is attempting a new speed record on the Canadian Rockies' 11,000-foot peaks, aiming to climb all in record time.
Parks Canada warns of black bear activity near Vermilion Lakes Road in Banff National Park, urging visitors to exercise caution and follow safety protocols.
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RecommendedA meteor lit up the sky over Vancouver Island early Wednesday, startling residents. Mike Hall of Comox described the event as surreal, waking him from sleep.