Okanagan firefighters climb 110 storeys, many in full gear, in memory of 9/11
Firefighters from throughout the Valley gathered in Kelowna on Wednesday for the second annual 9/11 Stair Climb. Continue reading
Sept. 11
London firefighters hold 9/11 memorial service, honour fallen colleagues
The eighteenth anniversary of the tragic event was commemorated by the London Fire Department on Wednesday morning. Continue reading
Hong Kong protests halted in memory of 9/11
Hong Kong has been rocked by months of sometimes violent unrest, prompted by anger over planned legislation to allow extraditions to China, but broadening into calls for democracy and for Communist rulers in Beijing to leave the city alone. Continue reading
Airlines to pay $95-million settlement over security lapses that led to 9/11 hijack
The settlement included American Airlines, United Airlines and other aviation defendants. Continue reading
Guantanamo Bay prisoners may have 2019 trial date for 9-11 attacks
U.S. prosecutors are seeking a trial date for five prisoners at the Guantanamo Bay detention centre accused of planning and aiding the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attack. Continue reading
Pentagon 9/11 aftermath photos re-released after FBI website glitch
Several media outlets reported Thursday and Friday that the photos were previously unseen. Continue reading
Canadian play ‘Come From Away’ earning rave reviews south of the border
Canadian musical “Come From Away” scored widespread critical raves in its official Broadway debut. Continue reading
Remembering 9/11: Global’s Paul Haysom reflects on September 11
By Paul Haysom Anchor
I was 15 years old, lying in bed, when my father barged into the room: “Get up, son. The World Trade Centre in New York has just been hit by a plane.” Continue reading
Lethbridge emergency personnel remember 9/11 fallen heroes
Around the world, Sept. 11 has become a memorial for first responders. While Lethbridge firefighters may not have been on the ground that day, they remember those lost every year. Continue reading
Toronto air traffic controller recalls ‘eerie’ events of 9/11 15 years later
Mike Maki was in charge of the airspace at Pearson International Airport on 9/11. He recounts the “eerie” scene that day at Canada’s largest airport. Continue reading