Skydiving dog Mindy aims for world record in Edmonton
Mindy a three year old Jack Russell in training with Jonoke Skydiving Team jumped twice during a weekend session wearing a diaper and a harness built for the stunt. Owner Al Christou said the first fall lasted five seconds with Mindy spinning on landing while the second freefall lasted about 40 seconds covering 2,743 metres. The stunt began as a joke before Mindy drew attention after Guinness World Records mentioned the category. Christou noted the current dog jump record is 73 and the highest jump is 4,572 metres.
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Gorey exhibit at Edward Gorey House in Yarmouth Port
An exhibit titled Scull and Glasses opens at the Edward Gorey house in Yarmouth Port Massachusetts on July 10 2006. The macabre scull is showcased as part of a tribute to the life of artist and author Edward Gorey at his former residence.
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West Nile found in Palliser region Alberta case report
A 54 year old Irvine woman and a Chinook Health Region resident are among the first two West Nile fever cases in Alberta this summer. The Palliser Health Region notes low risk of severe illness while stressing mosquito precautions as the six week peak in mid July brings higher exposure.
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Alberta
Chinook
West Nile
Paul Schnee
Schnee
Delay ahead for RCMP memorial
The Mayerthorpe Fallen Four Memorial Society says federal funds may not arrive for the $1.5 million RCMP memorial near Mayerthorpe Alberta. The group has about $1 million in donations from the public and Alberta, while Ottawa has yet to respond to a $500,000 federal funding request. Community members fear delays could affect the park’s completion schedule.
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Tobin Says Expanded Probe Won’t Find Premier Wrongdoing
Newfoundland former premier Brian Tobin says an expanded probe into the legislature’s finances since 1989 should find no misconduct during his term. He urges police and auditor general reviews to run their course and asserts prudence in respecting ongoing investigations.
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Bevilacqua exits leadership bid joins Rae team as co-chair
The Liberal leadership race sees Maurizio Bevilacqua quit to back Bob Rae as co-chair and economic adviser. Bevilacqua, 46, vows to deliver votes from 225 ridings but analysts doubt a large delegate shift. Rae trails front-runners in fundraising. Bevilacqua raised 266000 versus Rae’s nearly 400000.
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Bob Rae
Bevilacqua
Rae
Elections Canada
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Ryerson University
Grace Skogstad
University of Toronto
Typhoon Saomai death toll rises to 295 in China
The toll from Typhoon Saomai, China's strongest in decades, climbs to 295 with more bodies at sea. Xinhua reports 59 more found near Fuding, raising its coastal toll to at least 178 and 94 still missing as the disaster wrecks ships and homes. China mobilizes thousands for rebuilding while Lebanon reports displaced residents in the wake of earlier cross-border conflict.
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China
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Sharon's health worsens as coma deepens in Israel
Ariel Sharon, former Israeli prime minister, remains in a coma after a massive Jan 4 stroke. A brain scan indicated deteriorating brain function, reduced urine output, and a new lung infection. Doctors at Chaim Sheba Medical Centre are treating him with broad-spectrum antibiotics and steroids.
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Ariel Sharon
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