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• First Nation in N.S. launches joint venture using sea water to produce jet fuel

  The Eskasoni First Nation is launching a joint venture with a Nova Scotia clean technology startup that is planning to use an element in sea water to produce rocket fuel. 

  Economy

  Oct 14
• Search for dog still missing in Yellowstone pressured as winter approaches

  A small dog that's been on the loose in Yellowstone National Park for a month has been spotted crossing intersections, strolling through employee housing and entering lodges.

  Environment

  Oct 14
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• ‘Quite a rare find’: Dead swordfish found washed up on Haida Gwaii

  Swordfish are not uncommon in Canadian waters, but typically found further south in tropical environments. Scientists presume there have only been two other sightings in B.C.

  Environment

  Oct 13
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• First butterfly tagged in Winnipeg makes it to Mexico, expert says

  Tracking the butterfly migration also allows researchers to identify what pathways they take so they can focus on conservation efforts in those areas.

  Environment

  Oct 11
• A ferocious Hurricane Simon nears Mexico with 155 mph winds and flooding fears

  The eye of Hurricane Simon was just off the Pacific coast of Mexico early Sunday and was expected to move inland later in the day as an extremely powerful storm.

  World

  Oct 11
• Simon strengthens into a Category 4 hurricane as it approaches Mexico’s coast

  The National Hurricane Center in Miami said early Saturday Simon's maximum sustained winds increased to 145 mph (230 kph). A storm of that strength is considered a major hurricane.

  World

  Oct 10
• Isaias weakens but flash flooding threat persist as hundred of thousands grapple with power outages

  Isaias weakened overnight and was no longer considered a hurricane but flash flooding threats and the potential for tornadoes persisted Saturday as the storm moved inland.

  World

  Oct 10
• Manitoba farmer whose animals were stolen hails new RCMP cattle cops

  A farmer. whose sheep were allegedly stolen at the end of September, welcomes the new RCMP investigation unit dedicated for livestock theft and fraud.

  Environment

  Oct 9
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• Alberta Court of Appeal says Impact Assessment Act is still unconstitutional

  The Court found that, among other things, the act still grants the power to stop a project in provincial jurisdiction if it has even the smallest impact on federal jurisdiction.

  Politics

  Oct 9
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• Okanagan growers say crop insurance isn’t keeping up with a changing climate

  The weather can bring extreme heat, cold, drought, hail or wildfire smoke, and any one of those can wipe out a crop or make grapes impossible to sell.

  Environment

  Oct 9