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Fighting wildfire with fire: Advocates in B.C. call for more spending before, not during wildfires
"The bigger picture here is, how do people like their smoke? We can have it in a controlled way… or we can have what we have now."
From poutine to barbecue, local cuisines give World Cup fans another reason to cheer
iNwine
World Cup fans came from overseas for the cheering. But they’re also doing a lot of chewing, delighting their hosts…
Jailed South Okanagan biker had learner’s licence when caught with fentanyl, cocaine
iNwheels
The bike had to be towed.
This pass high in the Swiss Alps is home to a James Bond car chase scene and a vintage steam railway
REALP, Switzerland (AP) — Train enthusiasts will celebrate the 100th anniversary of a historic Swiss railway this weekend as vintage…
BC woman to take on record-setting Okanagan Lake swim for mental health fundraiser
"This swim is about showing young people that they are worth showing up for."
iN VIDEO: Ribfest takes over City Park
iNwine
If you were passing over the bridge, it isn’t hard to miss the smells coming from Kelowna City Park as…
iN PHOTOS: Peek inside a 1910 heritage home in Kelowna
“We kept all of the heritage elements from the era, it’s all original, including the windows and flooring."
AI-powered wildfire cameras were in play during Bradley Creek wildfire near Vernon
“We detected it and sent a notification to the fire department.”
Fire, ash and drought pose triple threat to Okanagan farmers
iNwine
First it was a lingering drought, now wildfires are adding to a devastating season for farmers.
How to help out Okanagan wildfire evacuees
Those fortunate enough to still be in their own home smay want to help out.
How to avoid letting wildfire smoke seriously impact your health: expert
A UBC wildfire smoke expert says in some way it's kind of simple.
‘Get out now’: Summerland evacuee forced to leave livestock behind
“We watched the fire come over the mountain and light up and it was unbelievable how quickly it spread."
Fire, ash and drought pose triple threat to Okanagan farmers
First it was a lingering drought, now wildfires are adding to a devastating season for farmers.
Former Carney adviser, CMHC head named inaugural chair of Build Canada Homes
OTTAWA — Ottawa is appointing a former investment banker and public servant with links to Prime Minister Mark Carney to steer the board of directors at its affordable housing agency.Build Canada Homes' inaugural board chair Evan Siddall was CEO of...
10 kids died last year from e-scooter and e-bike injuries, data shows
TORONTO — New data highlights how dangerous e-scooters and e-bikes can be for children in Canada.The Canadian Paediatric Surveillance Program says 10 kids died from using these electronic devices in 2025, six of them in Ontario.Twelve more patients were admitted...
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: Impact of climate change on wildfire season can’t be ignored
"There will be a fire season next year and the year after. This isn't going away."
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."
JONESIE: Well, look who was partying at the Eldorado Hotel this weekend
See if you can note the difference between the responses of the two candidates for mayor.
‘We will lose a lot of our annual crops’: B.C. farmers face losses due to wildfires
Ella Braden, the owner of Braden Hill Orchard & Farm, says she was on vacation…
Experts warn Trump may be driving wedges between provinces with threatened tariffs
OTTAWA — Experts are warning that U.S. President Donald Trump’s threatened new set of tariffs…
Chief calls for co-operation to prevent fires as world changes at a ‘rapid pace’
PENTICTON — The chief of the Penticton Indian Band in British Columbia says events such…
Status of ‘iconic’ mountain goats living near evacuated B.C. community is uncertain
VICTORIA — It is not clear yet what has happened to a small group of…
Minister LeBlanc in Washington again today as tariff deadline nears
OTTAWA — Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc is remaining in Washington today as U.S. President…
Japan’s Crown Prince Akishino has ‘mixed feelings’ about male-only imperial succession law
TOKYO (AP) — Japanese Crown Prince Akishino, the younger brother of Emperor Naruhito, on Thursday…
Putin pays his first visit to Pacific island chain claimed by Japan, drawing a protest from Tokyo
MOSCOW (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday for the first time visited the…
Taiwan’s military drills suggest deeper alignment with the US
TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — Through this year’s military drills, Taiwan has chosen to emphasize its…
Minister LeBlanc in Washington again today as tariff deadline nears
OTTAWA — Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc is remaining in Washington today as U.S. President…
‘We will lose a lot of our annual crops’: B.C. farmers face losses due to wildfires
Ella Braden, the owner of Braden Hill Orchard & Farm, says she was on vacation…
Kennedy Center board set to vote on whether to move forward with closure
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Kennedy Center’s board is expected to meet Thursday to consider plans…
Marc Anthony, Chayanne and more to play benefit concert for Venezuela and Colombia earthquake relief
Latin music stars Marc Anthony, Luis Fonsi, Chayanne, Feid, Jay Wheeler and many more will…
Hasan Mahmud takes 6-55 as Bangladesh bowls out Australia for 198 in 1st cricket test
DARWIN, Australia (AP) — Hasan Mahmud took a career-best haul of 6-55 to help bowl…
Dodgers’ Freddie Freeman somehow avoids serious injury in frightening fall into visitors’ dugout
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Freddie Freeman apparently avoided serious injury Wednesday night when the Los…
Canadians open Pan Pacific Swimming Championships with five medals
IRVINE — Canada opened the Pan Pacific Swimming Championships with five medals on Wednesday. Saskatoon’s…
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iN VIDEO: Crankworx Festival at SilverStar hosts international mountain biking competitions
There was plenty of dirt and big air over the weekend at the Crankworx SilverStar…