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The spirited legacy behind Three Valley Gap, and why it’s worth stopping for
Thousands drive past it on the highway unaware of the treasures it holds.
As the debate over AI’s safety rages on around the world, where does Canada stand?
OTTAWA — Warnings about the risks AI poses to humans have triggered a heated global debate over the past week.…
Bingo and Tickle Me Elmo nominated for Toy Hall of Fame. Will Care Bears also make it this year?
NEW YORK (AP) — Tickle Me Elmo dolls, the game of chance Bingo and the humble playground slide are among…
iN NUMBERS: Surprising number of people in B.C. in favour of private healthcare
“More than two-in-five men in Canada, 43%, believe that Canada’s healthcare system would improve in the hands of the private sector.”
Rescuers use new tech to save caver trapped vertically in Alberta’s ‘Psych Squeeze’
A caver has been rescued after being trapped underground at the Rat’s Nest Cave in Canmore, Alta., in an operation…
Next Kamloops council will need to recover ground after ‘four lost years’
"I think we've seen what happens if you put people into position that have no experience and real connection to the organization that they're proposing to run. You end up with headaches."
The incumbent advantage questioned in Kamloops municipal election
"Incumbents have an advantage because of name recognition, right? You see a ballot like Kamloops with (dozens of) people on the ballot, you get blown away."
Vegfest Kelowna brings wholesome food and education to City Park
Healthier alternatives, eco-friendly materials, and the vegan lifestyle will be celebrated at the 6th annual…
iN PHOTOS: Weird and wacky fruit and veggies in Okanagan, Kamloops
Harvest season in backyard gardens can be filled with quirky surprises.
A 35% tax increase in Vernon over four years is helping to pay for lots of nice things
From parks to pools Vernon has cool new stuff. It's come at a cost.
West Kelowna’s new mayor strolled into office unopposed, and it’s not that rare in BC
Stephen Johnston gets to skip the election campaign.
Lake Country’s push to charge industry more for water gets support
"We can see how closely water security is connected to the long-term well-being of our communities."
‘Appetizing’ stores are the quieter, less famous sibling of the Jewish deli
NEW YORK (AP) — In traditional Jewish American food culture, a “deli” was where you went for a towering pastrami sandwich. You went somewhere else entirely to buy lox and a schmear: an " appetizing store.” The quieter, less famous...
At least 4 killed as floods inundate more than 16,000 homes in Vietnam
HANOI, Vietnam (AP) — At least four people were killed after heavy rains, floods and landslides inundated more than 16,000 homes in northern and central Vietnam, authorities said Friday. Large areas remain flooded, although rain that has fallen in the...
Hit-and-run crash kills 80-year-old cyclist in Chilliwack, B.C., police say
CHILLIWACK — Police in British Columbia's Fraser Valley say an 80-year-old cyclist has died after a hit-and-run crash, while a suspect driver has since been arrested and released pending further investigation.Chilliwack RCMP say the female cyclist was struck at the...
Why it can make more sense to sell BC Bud in Germany than Kelowna
"It's more money in their pocket.”
iN DISCUSSION: A message for Premier Eby as he hints about calling an election
"No one wants an election."
iN DISCUSSION: How America has squandered good will from 9/11
"You perhaps forget the fact that 'our' includes everyone in this country. Mayors are not just responsible to people with means, but to everyone who lives in their jurisdiction. Maybe looking at it from that angle would help in finding answers?"
iN DISCUSSION: Did not watering your lawn help? Not as much as you’d think
"It’s been a weird summer with the water restrictions where I live in the Okanagan."
Grain, oil exports fuel record cargo volumes at Port of Vancouver
The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority says surging grain and oil exports drove a record amount…
What people are saying about Findlay’s resignation as B.C. Conservative leader
Kerry-Lynne Findlay resigned as the leader of British Columbia’s Conservatives on Sunday, bringing to a…
SIU to provide update on shooting near synagogue in Belleville, Ont.
Ontario’s police watchdog is expected to provide an update this morning following an exchange of…
Government plans to introduce economy bill critics say will threaten right to strike
OTTAWA — Members of Parliament return from their summer break today, and the government is…
In the news: Parliament returns, B.C. Conservatives in turmoil, and buy Canadian apps
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
Pakistan says airstrikes in Afghanistan kill 28 militants; Kabul reports 3 civilians killed
ISLAMABAD (AP) — Pakistani fighter jets on Monday struck sites in eastern Afghanistan that Pakistani…
Russia targets Zaporizhzhia after Ukraine launches 1,000-drone weekend barrage
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russian drones struck the southern Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia on Monday,…
Polo, a tropical storm in the Pacific Ocean, is expected to become a major hurricane this week
MIAMI (AP) — Tropical Storm Polo will rapidly intensify in the Pacific Ocean and become…
Government plans to introduce economy bill critics say will threaten right to strike
OTTAWA — Members of Parliament return from their summer break today, and the government is…
Grain, oil exports fuel record cargo volumes at Port of Vancouver
The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority says surging grain and oil exports drove a record amount…
CNN, MS NOW, Politico say they’ve notified Trump they’re suing over denied White House access
NEW YORK (AP) — CNN, MS NOW and Politico said Monday they’ve notified President Donald…
Louisa Proske’s Met debut will be ‘Macbeth,’ ‘a terrifying tale for terrifying times’
NEW YORK (AP) — It’s less than a 40-minute walk uptown to the Metropolitan Opera…
Teenage Thai badminton player Opatniputh tests positive for doping at Asian Games
NAGOYA, Japan (AP) — Teenage badminton player Pitchamon Opatniputh is suspended from the Asian Games…
France coach Zidane calls up Maghnes Akliouche as a replacement for Warren Zaïre-Emery
PARIS (AP) — France coach Zinedine Zidane has called up attacking midfielder Maghnes Akliouche as…
Palmer and Rice among 5 players ruled out of England matches in Nations League
LONDON (AP) — Cole Palmer was among five players to withdraw from the England squad…
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