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‘Hatred and self-pity’: Kelowna realtor loses appeal after defaming Airbnb business partner
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The judge was not impressed with either of them.
Wanted gas-throwing ostrich farm protester appears at Toronto ‘freedom’ rally
He's facing allegations that he tried to light a woman on fire but rather than attend court, he's back out there protesting.
Another judicial recount is underway in Kelowna; here’s what that entails
The race for Kelowna Centre is so close, again, it’s going to a judicial recount. Everyone seems to understand that,…
‘Key’ employees, spending again under investigation at TNRD, lawsuit reveals
The regional district's chief financial officer hasn't been at the office for nearly a year, but her complaints have now spurred two investigations.
RCMP investigate Kelowna CFIA office vandalism following ostrich cull
“Our teams are canvassing the area, collecting video surveillance and attempting to identify the suspects. No other details can be released at this time to keep the integrity of the investigation.”
Competition Bureau says algorithmic rent pricing a concern, but not widespread
OTTAWA — The federal Competition Bureau says it hasn’t found evidence that using computer software to recommend rent prices reaches…
System brings heavy rain, warm weather to B.C. as temperature records fall
VANCOUVER — A weekend weather system in British Columbia brought record rain to some communities while others saw unseasonably high…
Difficult and unpopular decisions ahead, B.C. premier-designate Lorne Doerkson says
VICTORIA — The British Columbia Conservative caucus of 63 newly elected legislators is united to…
“Very exciting” microscopic find in Kamloops pond sparks partnership with Russian researcher
“I finished documenting most of the birds and flowers around May and thought, ‘what new species can I keep finding?’”
Five-star dams, four-star bridges and other useless Google Reviews in Kamloops and the Okanagan
“This place is incredibly disappointing," said a Google review about Kelowna General Hospital.
Cantabile Singers bring annual Remembrance Day concert to Kamloops
Music will provide an opportunity for reflection and remembrance in Kamloops as the Cantabile Singers…
Why Google reviews are most crucial for Kamloops, Okanagan restaurants and how some handle them
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“If you're having a bad day, nothing tastes right. Everything seems offensive.”
Why Google reviews are most crucial for Kamloops, Okanagan restaurants and how some handle them
“If you're having a bad day, nothing tastes right. Everything seems offensive.”
‘Hatred and self-pity’: Kelowna realtor loses appeal after defaming Airbnb business partner
The judge was not impressed with either of them.
Vernon man charged for drunk driving in fatal crash that killed teen passenger
He was 18-years-old at the time.
Seeds, preserved hair in tomb point to oldest signs of cannabis high 2,800 years ago, study suggests
GENEVA (AP) — People may have been getting high off cannabis earlier than previously thought — at least 2,800 years ago, a new study suggests. Archaeologists who led a dig at a monumental tomb in Siberia said they turned up...
iN DISCUSSION: Trying to understand the pros and cons of data centres
This is where cold hard facts give way to the hottest of takes, mostly mine…
THOMPSON: Monumental change in American politics
"I - like tens of millions of Americans - longed for a repudiation of Donald Trump and the Republican Party...for a decade. Last Tuesday, that wish came true."
iN DISCUSSION: Try explaining the Homeowners grant to a renter
It seems like a strange unnecessary shuffling of money, though isn't a bad idea for seniors.
Galloway’s accuser objected to his media depiction as ‘benign lover’
VANCOUVER — The trial of Steven Galloway’s defamation lawsuit has heard the woman who accused…
Doerkson says indefinite halt at pulp mill a ‘hard blow’ to Quesnel, B.C., workers
QUESNEL — Premier-designate Lorne Doerkson says news that a pulp mill in Quesnel, B.C., is…
In the news today: B.C. storm, a solemn Remembrance Day, meet 2026’s Grey Cup horse
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
‘Things will never be the same’: Wainwright prepares for Remembrance Day after fire
EDMONTON — The Alberta town of Wainwright is gearing up for what could be the…
Dabrusin defends Canada’s climate record in advance of UN climate conference
OTTAWA — Environment Minister Julie Dabrusin pointed to Canada’s work on methane emissions and electrification…
House Republicans are choosing their next leader as they prepare to be in the minority
WASHINGTON (AP) — House Republicans will move Tuesday to select their leader in the minority…
Hegseth is set for his first Pentagon news conference since May as he faces possible impeachment
WASHINGTON (AP) — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is scheduled to give his first news conference…
US Air Force evacuates tankers from base in England due to Iran threat, Wall Street Journal reports
LONDON (AP) — The U.S. Air Force has evacuated air refueling tankers from their base…
Grand Theft Auto VI is almost here. What to know about the characters, music and billions at stake
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Grand Theft Auto has never been much for following the rules.…
Dabrusin defends Canada’s climate record in advance of UN climate conference
OTTAWA — Environment Minister Julie Dabrusin pointed to Canada’s work on methane emissions and electrification…
Grand Theft Auto VI is almost here. What to know about the characters, music and billions at stake
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Grand Theft Auto has never been much for following the rules.…
Writers’ Trust of Canada set to hand out eight book awards, more than $400K in cash
TORONTO — The Writers’ Trust of Canada is set to hand out eight literary awards…
Devon Key thought the whistle ended it. Sean Payton’s red flag secured the improbable interception
DENVER (AP) — Devon Key knew the football didn’t hit the ground. He alertly crouched…
Jaguars go all in to make a Super Bowl run with a flurry of moves, more NFL trades expected
The Jaguars loaded up to make a run in the AFC. The Bears got an…
Frustration level rising as Vancouver Canucks losing skid stretches
VANCOUVER — Manny Malhotra knew this wouldn’t be any easy season. Yet his first campaign…
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