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More people evacuated by Bald Range wildfire returning home
Roughly 150 structures have been damaged or destroyed in Summerland and Electoral Area F.
Privacy commissioner says Grok deepfakes violated Canadian privacy law
OTTAWA — Sexual deepfakes created by Elon Musk’s Grok AI chatbot and shared on his X platform violated Canada’s privacy…
Vernon couple who sold house with broken furnace on the hook $5,000
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They claimed it was fine, but the new owner sued.
The Spurs are still believers, but it’s the Knicks who are 1 game from winning the NBA title
SAN ANTONIO (AP) — Victor Wembanyama surely knew he was overstating the obvious, when he pointed out that there are…
BC private school teacher gets 15 year ban after having relationship with former student
The student had graduated five months earlier.
Why pressure is mounting to revisit Kamloops Indian Residential School graves
There could be excavations at the site next year, but the pressure from skeptics and, now, mainstream publications is building.
Know the risks, World Cup visitors warned over Canada’s toxic drug supply
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Health officials in both Canadian cities hosting World Cup matches are warning visitors about the potential risk of the toxic…
Kelowna bought $3.5M industrial property from Hotel Eldorado owner amid boardwalk vote
Kelowna has gone to court to annex lakefront boardwalk so the public can access it.
No end in sight to dry spell in Okanagan, Kamloops: meteorologist
“It’s not atypical for us in the summer to see one of these dry months but to see the duration of this dryness is really what's the most concerning right now."
Everyone on Kamloops city council running for re-election
Most want to hold onto their council seats while one incumbent councillor is running for mayor.
iN NUMBERS: Online fundraisers for victims of the Bald Range wildfire
Hundreds of people have raised more than $100,000 for wildfire evacuees in the Okanagan.
iN VIDEO: WinCon Kelowna welcomed by the tabletop community
The Coast Capri Hotel was off to a busy weekend on August 14, 15, and…
iN PHOTOS: Kamloops’ Logan Stankoven brings Stanley Cup home
Hundreds showed up to cheer for the local hockey legend.
Bryan Voltaggio’s makes his lobster rolls with a flavor-boosting soak
I’ve never been to Maine for a lobster roll, but the ones I’ve had in other places have been so good that I knew I needed to make one myself. This version is from my cookbook “Home” and is made...
About 150 structures damaged or lost to wildfire in and around Summerland, B.C.
VANCOUVER — Officials in British Columbia's Okanagan region say a wildfire that roared down on the community of Summerland this month destroyed or damaged about 150 structures.Graham Statt, chief administrative officer for the District of Summerland, says the count includes...
Here’s the (long) list of items facing possible tariffs from the United States
OTTAWA — Talks between Canada and the United States are intensifying as the clock ticks down toward a midnight deadline that could see a steep 50 per cent tariff imposed on a range of Canadian exports.If the two sides aren't...
Federal government invests $24 million for cannabis and brain health research
TORONTO — Federal Minister of Health Marjorie Michel has announced $24 million to create the Canadian Cannabis and Brain Health Consortium. Funded through the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, the group of 10 research teams from across Canada will work...
iN DISCUSSION: Climate change has disrupted summer
"The summers of my youth are not the same. They have been disrupted by climate change and I don't think they are coming back."
iN DISCUSSION: How effective is government wildfire emergency alert system?
Do you think you can rely on the alerts sent to your phone?
iN DISCUSSION: Kelowna mayor and councillor partying at Hotel Eldorado sends wrong message
"Here's my hope for all would-be politicians — leave the office better than you found it."
About 150 structures damaged or lost to wildfire in and around Summerland, B.C.
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VANCOUVER — Officials in British Columbia’s Okanagan region say a wildfire that roared down on…
Man drowns while swimming near Goldstream Falls on Vancouver Island
LANGFORD — A man has died while swimming near a waterfall at Goldstream Provincial Park,…
About 150 structures damaged or lost to wildfire in and around Summerland, B.C.
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VANCOUVER — Officials in British Columbia’s Okanagan region say a wildfire that roared down on…
Deported Canadian activist calls anti-whaling mission a success despite ship capture
A Saskatchewan activist is adjusting to life on land after being detained on an anti-whaling…
Crown appeals mistrial in Frank Stronach sex assault conviction
TORONTO — The Crown is appealing a rare post-verdict mistrial declared last month in Frank…
Trump administration moves ahead to end roadless rule on national forests
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — The Trump administration announced Tuesday it is moving ahead with plans…
Explosions and fire tear through Ohio industrial building, killing 2 workers
TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) — Explosions rocked an Ohio industrial recycling business early Tuesday, killing two…
Minnesota attorney general sues Texas governor to compel extradition of ICE agent for trial
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Minnesota’s attorney general sued the governor of Texas on Tuesday,…
ABC sues FCC over challenge to its broadcast licenses, saying actions present ‘existential threat’
Further escalating its battle with the Trump administration, ABC on Tuesday took the rare step…
About 150 structures damaged or lost to wildfire in and around Summerland, B.C.
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VANCOUVER — Officials in British Columbia’s Okanagan region say a wildfire that roared down on…
Forensic pathologist details Tupac Shakur’s fatal wounds at Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis trial
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Some members of Tupac Shakur’s family stepped out of the courtroom…
Comedians Eric André and Clayton English settle lawsuit over drug search program at Atlanta airport
ATLANTA (AP) — Comedians Eric André and Clayton English have reached a settlement in a…
Formula for extending the careers of NFL linemen? Less practice, maximum care
At 34 years old, in his 12th pro season and with his fourth team, Patriots…
After ending 12-game winless skid, Toronto FC finally has momentum on its side
TORONTO — With a 12-game winless skid finally in the past, Toronto FC has some…
Former Venezuelan player working for San Diego Padres is detained by ICE
A former Venezuelan baseball player working for the San Diego Padres was detained by U.S.…
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