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Category: Editorial

Editorial

McQualter Sets Course: West Coast Eagles Eye ‘Destination Club’ Status, Rethink Long Contracts

Hollis Greene 5 months ago

Andrew McQualter wants a new era for the West Coast Eagles. He aims to make the club a true destination. This means attracting top talent. However,...

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Kintyre Councillor Alastair Redman Addresses Argyll and Bute’s Substantial Council Tax Rise

evan Park 5 months ago

Councillor Alastair Redman shared his views. His column appeared on March 6, 2026. It was published by West Coast Today. The topic was the year’s council...

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Sea Levels Higher Than Thought; Millions More at Risk

Jorge Salcido 5 months ago

New research published in Nature reveals a critical flaw in how scientists have been measuring global sea levels, indicating that actual coastal water heights are significantly...

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Gaza Students’ Dreams of Western Education Stalled by War and Visa Walls

Donovan Blake 5 months ago

War devastates Gaza. Its universities lie in ruins. Many students dream of foreign study. They hope for a future in Western countries. Yet, conflict and immigration...

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West Coast Storm Unleashes Atmospheric River: Heavy Rain, Snow, and Flood Warnings Issued

Sasha Martinez 5 months ago

A major weather event is set to strike the West Coast. A slow-moving low-pressure system brings long-duration atmospheric river conditions. This weather will impact the Pacific...

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Editorial Cartoons Reflect on AI’s Energy Demands, NBA Futures, and West Coast News

Priyank anair 5 months ago

Editorial cartoons offered a look at current events on Friday, February 20, 2026. These visual commentaries touched on several key themes. One major focus was the...

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West Coast Editorial Cartoons Offer Sharp Takes on Feb. 15 News

Leeanne Perez 6 months ago

Editorial cartoons provide sharp visual commentary. They capture the day’s most pressing news. Sunday, February 15, 2026, is no different. These cartoons distill complex events. They...

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West Coast Eagles Injury Update: Co-Captain Liam Duggan Doubtful for Fremantle Clash Amidst Broader Concerns

Keiko Matsuda 6 months ago

West Coast Eagles co-captain Liam Duggan is now in doubt for the upcoming match simulation against Fremantle. This news follows a head knock sustained during an...

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Vancouver Island First Nation Seeks Indigenous Names for West Coast Places

Jorge Salcido 6 months ago

The Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation is requesting name changes. They want three west coast locations on Vancouver Island renamed. These places will regain their Indigenous names. This...

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West Coast Eagles Training: Star Players Return, Naitanui Coaches, and Waterman Soars

Hollis Greene 6 months ago

West Coast Eagles Training Update: Key Players Re-Engage as Season Approaches The West Coast Eagles are intensely preparing for the upcoming AFL season. Recent training sessions...

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