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January 21 2026 06:00 PM
BC metalwork teacher showed gruesome safety video and got reprimanded
The teacher warned students to leave the room if they didn't want to watch it.
B.C. anti-extortion chief apologizes for disputing ‘crisis’ after Eby issues warning
The head of British Columbia’s anti-extortion task force has apologized for having “impacted public confidence” after being told by Premier…
Who commissioned a poll that puts former Conservative MPs ahead in Kelowna mayoral race?
It's an odd poll considering polling in a smaller city is rarely done, and even more rare that it was shared publicly.
Reprimand for BC teacher who made racist comment and ignored student’s asthma
He told the international students that if they didn't like following the rules in Canada to go back to their own country.
Carney heads home after trips to Davos, China, Qatar focused on non-U.S. trade
DAVOS — Prime Minister Mark Carney headed home Wednesday from his nine-day trip around the world — a tour aimed…
Trump says Carney is not ‘grateful’ in Davos speech
WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump said Wednesday that Mark Carney is not “grateful” after the prime minister warned an…
MLA Boultbee says time has come to dismantle Penticton homeless encampment
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The Penticton MLA said she’s worried someone is going to get seriously hurt, or worse.
Canadian version of ‘Jersey Shore’ set in Kelowna premiers this week
"The series brings together ten bold and unapologetic Canadian singles for a whirlwind season of romance, friendships and full-throttle fun."
‘Night and day’: Rutlander wants same response as downtown business owners
The response to downtown owners' concerns was swift and thorough. That's not what happens in Rutland.
iN NUMBERS: British Columbians split on whether to fight financial pressure or avoid it
British Columbians are either taking a “flight” or "fight" mentality when dealing with their finances.
iN PHOTOS: Why Okanagan, Kamloops socials are lit up with amazing hot chocolates
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Vendors are turning hot chocolate into tasty works of art.
Kamloops considers 30 km/h speed limits in two neighbourhoods
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If successful, it could be expanded across the city.
iN PHOTOS: Why Okanagan, Kamloops socials are lit up with amazing hot chocolates
Vendors are turning hot chocolate into tasty works of art.
MLA Boultbee says time has come to dismantle Penticton homeless encampment
The Penticton MLA said she’s worried someone is going to get seriously hurt, or worse.
Kamloops considers 30 km/h speed limits in two neighbourhoods
If successful, it could be expanded across the city.
It’s possible to get addicted to pot. Here’s what to know
Dr. Smita Das often hears the same myth: You can’t get hooked on pot. And the misconception has become more widespread as a growing number of states legalize marijuana. Around half now allow recreational use for adults and 40 states...
January 20 2026 03:38 PM
iN DISCUSSION: Carney tells it like it is in Davos speech
Hard times are coming, it's time to prepare.
January 19 2026 01:21 PM
THOMPSON: Why I gave up making New Year’s resolutions
"Research says fewer than 10 percent of those making New Year’s resolutions keep them. I have no research to back my claim that at least half of those folks are lying their asses off."
January 13 2026 12:00 PM
iN DISCUSSION: Okanagan winter inversion recipe for the blues
"There have always been homeless people with mental illness or drug addiction or both but now I expect to see some sort of confrontation whenever I am out in public."
Police investigating first Vancouver homicide of 2026
VANCOUVER — Police in Vancouver are investigating the city’s first homicide of 2026. A statement…
Vancouver tech firm Hootsuite provides services to U.S. Homeland Security
VANCOUVER — United States procurement records show that Vancouver tech firm Hootsuite is providing social…
January 21 2026 06:35 PM
Marineland now seeking permits to ship remaining belugas to U.S.: sources
TORONTO — Marineland has presented a plan to the federal government to ship the last…
January 21 2026 05:30 PM
Vancouver tech firm Hootsuite provides services to U.S. Homeland Security
VANCOUVER — United States procurement records show that Vancouver tech firm Hootsuite is providing social…
January 21 2026 05:00 PM
B.C. anti-extortion chief apologizes for disputing ‘crisis’ after Eby issues warning
The head of British Columbia’s anti-extortion task force has apologized for having “impacted public confidence”…
January 21 2026 07:30 PM
An expected major winter storm already has some leagues reshuffling games this week
One year after a winter storm forced postponements across U.S. sports, another major weather system…
January 21 2026 07:30 PM
Former Uvalde officer acquitted in trial over police response to Robb Elementary attack
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas (AP) — A former Uvalde schools police officer was acquitted Wednesday of…
January 21 2026 07:30 PM
Autopsy finds Cuban immigrant in ICE custody died of homicide due to asphyxia
WASHINGTON (AP) — A Cuban migrant held in solitary confinement at an immigration detention facility…
Marineland now seeking permits to ship remaining belugas to U.S.: sources
TORONTO — Marineland has presented a plan to the federal government to ship the last…
Eby says B.C. will play a key role in new global order described by PM Carney
VICTORIA — Premier David Eby says B.C. will play a “key role” in a new…
Federal Court sets aside TikTok Canada shutdown order
TikTok will live to scroll another day in Canada. A Federal Court judge has set…
Bruce Lee play and Vocal Arts DC join growing list of Kennedy Center cancellations
NEW YORK (AP) — The producers of a stage play inspired by the life of…
January 21 2026 07:31 PM
Jaylen Brown scores 30 points, grabs 10 rebounds to lead Celtics to 119-104 victory over Pacers
BOSTON (AP) — Jaylen Brown had 30 points and 10 rebounds and the Boston Celtics…
January 21 2026 07:30 PM
An expected major winter storm already has some leagues reshuffling games this week
One year after a winter storm forced postponements across U.S. sports, another major weather system…
January 21 2026 07:27 PM
Deja vu? Marie-Philip Poulin scores in OT as Victoire beat Frost 2-1
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Marie-Philip Poulin scored a goal in overtime and the Montreal…
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