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Lora Pesant with Laughter Adventure Canada joins Global News Calgary and shares details about the free “World Laughter Day” event, happening on Sunday, May 5 at the Canmore Centennial Park.

BC Minister of Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport Lana Popham speaks with Global News Morning about the contributing factors behind the ballooning cost of hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The world premiere of a new, bilingual chamber opera, “Information,” is coming to Montreal on April 27-28. This powerful body of work is set in Montreal in October 1970 and deals with issues such as the F.L.Q. October Crisis, abortion rights, and the role of journalism in society. Composer Tim Brady joins Global News Morning’s...

UBC Sauder School of Business Professor James Brander discusses whether the potential economic benefits of Vancouver’s FIFA World Cup offset the nearly half billion dollar price tag.

On World Wish Day we speak to Christie Buono from Make-A-Wish Canada and Wish Mom Tamara Sherdahl and her Matty about the importance of making dreams come true for children who have an incurable or critical illness.

Solo travel offers a host of benefits, from personal growth to unforgettable experiences. Kelsey Baron with AMA Travel joined us on Global News Morning Edmonton with all the details. Sponsored by AMA.

Drumheller is famous for its dinosaurs – and now it’s attempting a Guinness World Record. Keri Looijen from Travel Drumheller joins Global News Morning Calgary to discuss when they’re attempting the record for “Most People Dressed in Inflatable Dinosaur Costumes” and how you can take part.

Several B.C. breweries reached the podium at the “Olympics of beer” last week. Victoria’s Phillips Brewing and North Van’s Shaketown Brewing picked up awards at the 2024 World Beer Cup.

A Cochrane professional photographer marked a career milestone over the weekend, winning a gold medal at the World Photographic Cup for her picture of an owl staring at her in the night. We chat with Jacquie Matechuk on Global News Morning Calgary about capturing the stunning photo and being recognized for it.

Thousands of people gathered in Drumheller, the dinosaur capital of the world, to try to set a world record for the most people dressed in dinosaur costumes. Carolyn Kury de Castillo has more on this Jurassic gathering.

He may still be in middle school, but a Calgary teenager is already making his mark on the world. As Gil Tucker shows us, this young athlete is also working hard to help others reach their goals.

The World’s Longest Hockey Game has wrapped up with another world record. Craig Momney has more on how much money was raised for the Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation.

We’re getting an update on the costs and benefits for hosting seven FIFA World Cup matches in Vancouver two years from now. As Richard Zussman reports, as is often the case in events like this – the price tag has more than doubled.

Student protests in support of Palestinians have spread to universities across Europe and Australia. The students from Gaza expressed their appreciation for the support they have received and encouraged their American counterparts to continue their efforts despite any opposition they may face.

This spring brings an awesome opportunity for some hardworking young athletes in Calgary. As Gil Tucker shows us, they’re on track to take on the world.

Students from across the province got the opportunity to show off their science projects at the Hydro-Québec Super Expo-sciences this weekend. Global’s Felicia Parrillo has more.

Dr. Silke Cresswell of the BC Brain Wellness Foundation and Parkinson’s patient Jim Wu break down some common misconceptions about the disease and discuss the importance of raising awareness and understanding.

Ottawa will give Toronto $104 million to help the city host six matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. As Caryn Lieberman reports, some say the city and taxpayers will be on the hook as the costs continue to rise.

At a Tuesday, April 30 press conference, B.C. Tourism and Sport Minister Lana Popham explains why costs to host the tournament have essentially doubled. Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim says he thinks the investment is worth it as Vancouver competes with other cities for tourism dollars.

Heading to Europe soon? Well, you may have to pay up. Redmond Shannon takes us to Venice, where in a global first, the city has begun charging day-trippers for their visit, as tensions grow over fears of so-called “over-tourism.”