Semi backs into photo radar van shuts down unit
A semi trailer on First Street backed up into a photo radar van in Medicine Hat injuring the unit and breaking the sensor bracket. Police say the van will be repaired by an Edmonton technician and be back in service tonight. The driver, Kenneth Stiles of Clandonald, 60 kilometres northwest of Lloydminster, faces a charge of failing to back up in safety.
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Netherlands Senate Passes Euthanasia Bill
The Dutch Senate voted 46-28 to approve a euthanasia measure, making the Netherlands the first country to allow doctors to end a patient’s life with unbearable suffering. Health Minister Els Borst warned of safeguards, and the law excludes non residents while aiming to start this summer.
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Wit and Wisdom Reflections on Doing What One Can
A compact musing attributed to Helen Keller on accepting limits while choosing to act. It acknowledges individuality and the resolve to contribute without claiming capability for all tasks or tasks beyond reach.
Migrant smuggling case found on cargo ship in Vancouver
Thirty six illegal migrants from Asia were discovered hidden in two containers aboard the MV Pretty River in Vancouver after a crew tip. The detainees, in poor but stable condition, faced health checks before detention in Canada. The ship, from China via South Korea, headed to Long Beach California.
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Evans
Vancouver Harbour
Judge linked to Chretien golf club deal not involved says former colleague
A former colleague of Justice Joel Silcoff says he was never involved in the sale of Jean Chretien's golf club shares or related matters. The piece notes Silcoff approved an emergency seizure of documents at the former BDC head Francois Beaudoin's residence and offices amid the broader probe.
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Former Bush cat Ernie found on Avenue of the Stars
The Bush family former cat Ernie reappeared in Los Angeles in ragged condition near production studios on Avenue of the Stars. A night watchman identified the animal, which had been staying with Brad Freeman in Brentwood after claws were deemed a threat to White House furnishings. Ernie had been missing about three weeks.
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White House
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Freeman
Brentwood
Calif
Klein government shields prices with energy rebate bill
Alberta proposes Bill 1 to shield customers from high natural gas prices with rebates triggered province wide. Medicine Hat will qualify under the plan though exact benchmark and costs await the April 24 budget. Critics note past throne speech and campaign promises.
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Medicine Hat
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Renner
Ralph Klein
Alberta
Cypress Medicine Hat
Lorne Taylor
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