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'Fatalities and injuries' at CFB Wainwright; Edmonton hospital under code orange
Canada’s defence minister has confirmed that there were people killed and injured in an incident Saturday afternoon at CFB Wainwright. “I'm saddened to share that there have been both fatalities and injuries as a result of an incident on the base,” David McGuinty said in a statement. “The Canadian Armed Forces, Department of National Defence, […]
Deaths, injuries as fire hits Alberta military base: McGuinty
WAINWRIGHT - Defence Minister David McGuinty says there have been deaths and injuries after a fire broke out Saturday at a military base in Alberta.
Maple Leafs offence goes into a collective slumber in 4-1 loss to New York Islanders
See more Toronto Sun on Google — save as a Preferred Source Never mind sitting Gavin McKenna, the whole Maple Leafs' offence was a near no-show on Saturday night. The offensively challenged New York Islanders, despite two early-game injuries, put the clamps on Toronto, which was playing its first full game without injured second-line centre […]
'Serious incident' at Alberta military base causes deaths and injuries, Canada officials say
Incident at CFB Wainwright base in Alberta caused a 'major fire' that is spreading to the nearby town because of strong windsPeople have been killed and injured after an incident at one of Canada's busiest military training bases in Alberta caused a large fire, Canada's defence minister said Saturday."I'm saddened to share that there have been both fatalities and injuries as a result of an incident on the base," defence minister David McGuinty said at a press conference on Saturday night. Continue reading...
'Don Cherry is smiling somewhere': Oilers vet Trent Frederic gets revenge with wild beat down of Utah forward
Edmonton Oilers forward Trent Frederic broke the Internet on Saturday night with his wild beat down of Utah forward Jack McBrain in one of the roughest, wildest hockey fight in a few years. Frederic took a few punches but landing even more against big McBain. Frederic blasted off McBain’s helmet with one blow and thundered […]
Major fire reported at CFB Wainwright in Alberta
A fire has reportedly broken out near a Canadian Forces Base in Alberta and is spreading rapidly into the district of Wainwright, about two hours east of Edmonton. CBC News Network has the latest.
Human skeletal remains discovered in Lancaster County Saturday near Bear Creek Park
The Lancaster County Sheriff's Office is investigating the remains that were found on private land. Investigators have not found evidence of foul play at this point.
Boy and man killed, 10 injured after woman drives through youth soccer game in Wichita, Kansas
A 6-year-old boy and 35-year-old man were killed, and 10 others were injured, when a woman drove a truck through a youth soccer game at a city sports complex in Wichita, Kansas, Saturday afternoon, police said.
Lionel Messi scores twice, adds assist to propel Inter Miami to 3-1 victory over Atlanta United
Messi tied Los Angeles FC's Son Heung-min for the league lead with his 15th assist, becoming the first player in league history with at least 15 helpers in three consecutive seasons
Durga Puja 2026: All set for the beat of the dhak
As India gears up for Durga Puja 2026, the air will once again thrum with the beat of the dhak. In this special package, we bring you stories from pandals across cities, meet the artisans shaping this year's idols, and tune in to the music, food, and festive fervour that define the season.
On TV
Tracker — 4x3: "Original Parts" (CBS)
Colter gets hired to track down a woman who disappeared after an argument with her husband in a deserted Texas town. Meanwhile, an unexpected reunion with an old friend, Adam Shevlin, leaves Reenie revisiting her past.
The Simpsons — 38x3: "Treehouse of Horror Presents: The Revengening" (FOX)
All hell breaks loose on Halloween when a killer comes to Springfield and hacks their way through town. No Simpson is safe from... THE REVENGENING!
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Camels chew in a figure 8 pattern.

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Today In History
2007 — Benazir Bhutto's Return to Pakistan
After eight years of self-imposed exile, Benazir Bhutto—who, as two-time prime minister (1988–90 and 1993–96) of Pakistan, was the first woman leader of a Muslim nation in modern history—returned to her home country, and hours later she was nearly killed when her motorcade was bombed in Karachi; she was assassinated in December
1988 — Premiere of the hit sitcom Roseanne
The American sitcom Roseanne, starring Roseanne Barr, premiered on ABC and became hugely popular, noted for deriving humour from the everyday struggles of middle-class families and for tackling controversial issues. See if Roseanne made our list of 10 of the best American sitcoms Courtesy, American Broadcasting Company
1961 — West Side Story Released, Wins 10 Oscars
The acclaimed musical film West Side Story, an adaptation of a Broadway play, was released in American theatres; it won 10 Academy Awards, including that for best picture
1956 — Birth of Tennis Great Martina Navratilova
Martina Navratilova, a tennis player who dominated the sport in the late 20th century, was born in 1956 in Prague, Czechoslovakia (now Czech Republic). She went on to win 18 Grand Slam singles titles, cementing her status as one of the greatest tennis players of all time.
1939 — Birth of Lee Harvey Oswald
Lee Harvey Oswald, the accused assassin of U.S. President John F. Kennedy, was born in New Orleans
1931 — Al Capone Convicted of Tax Evasion
American gangster Al Capone was convicted of federal income-tax evasion and was subsequently sentenced to 11 years in prison
1931 — Thomas Edison, Inventor of the Modern Age, Dies
American inventor Thomas Edison, who was especially known for his critical role in introducing the modern age ofelectricity, died in West Orange, New Jersey. Watch a silent short film featuring Thomas Edison Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc
1926 — Birth of Chuck Berry, Influential Musician
American singer, songwriter, and guitarist Chuck Berry was born in 1926. He became one of the most popular and influential performers in rhythm-and-blues and rock-and-roll music in the 1950s, '60s, and '70s.
1922 — Establishment of the British Broadcasting Company
The British Broadcasting Company, Ltd., was established in 1922, later to be replaced by the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) in 1927.
1898 — Puerto Rico Turned Over to US After Spanish-American War
Puerto Rico was turned over to the United States following the Spanish-American War
1867 — Alaska Purchase approved
After much opposition, a deal negotiated by U.S. Secretary of State William Seward for the U.S. purchase of the Russian colony of Alaska was approved, and on this day in 1867 the U.S. flag was flown over the capital, Sitka
1854 — U.S. Diplomats Advocated Seizing Cuba from Spain
The Ostend Manifesto was declared, by which three U.S. diplomats communicating to Secretary of State William L. Marcy advocated U.S. seizure of Cuba from Spain
1851 — Herman Melville's "Moby Dick" First Published in London
American author Herman Melville's classic novel Moby Dickwas first published (as The Whale), in London
1469 — Isabella I and Ferdinand II Marry, Uniting Spain
Isabella I, queen of Castile, married Ferdinand II, king of Aragon

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