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Mayoral candidates agree on Kelowna’s effort to de-regionalize but one doesn’t like the secrecy
Tom Dyas and Ron Cannan both say Kelowna is subsidizing its neighbours in the Central Okanagan.
Screen time limits not enough to tackle problematic social media use: experts
TORONTO — Experts from around the world, including Canada, say the scale of digital technology use by children and youth…
Lightsaber Darth Vader used in ‘I am your father’ duel in ‘Empire Strikes Back’ goes up for auction
LOS ANGELES (AP) — In July, a lightsaber with Luke Skywalker’s severed hand from “The Empire Strikes Back” sold for…
iN VIDEO: Kelowna Downtown Library hosts community Craft Supply Swap
Local artists and hobby crafters were out Saturday morning eager to see what the community donated for a craft supply…
FIFA hydration breaks have sparked criticism from different groups. But what do they actually do?
LOS ANGELES (AP) — For the first time in World Cup history, FIFA is mandating all soccer players take hydration…
The Latest from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada
Here are the latest developments from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. All times Eastern: 10:56 p.m. Luis Romo scored in…
Hegseth attacks NATO allies and announces a review of US forces in Europe
BRUSSELS (AP) — U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth lashed out at NATO allies on Thursday as he announced a six-month…
iN VIDEO: Le Cirque de France brings high-flying stunts to Kamloops
Aerialists, tight-wire performers, contortionists and FMX riders brought the Big Top to Kamloops as Le…
New, local ownership turning Cherryville wilderness camp into tourist destination
Gold Panner Campground sits on 40 acres of wilderness with two creeks running through it.
iN VIDEO: Magician Ryan Michael shares what sparked his love of magic
Every magician has that one moment. The trick they couldn’t explain. The one that made…
iN PHOTOS: Country roads showcase beauty of Thompson-Okanagan
The photos invite viewers to step into the frame and wonder what lies ahead.
DOUBLE ELECTION 2026: If they stay out of trouble, mayors in Kamloops, Okanagan earn much more than councillors
It's not a bad salary, if you keep your nose clean.
No shortage of experience among Vernon’s mayoral candidates
A look at Vernon's three candidates for mayor hoping for your vote.
Wear your favourite plaid at the Clad in Plaid Harvest Festival at Rose Hill Orchard
Enjoy some local cider, fall weather, and participate in some fun activities being hosted at Rose Hill Orchard this Saturday, October 10, from 12 pm to 4 pm. As the leaves begin to change and the harvest season settles across...
‘Home’ documentary from ‘Degrassi’ co-creator explores complexities of Ontario encampment
TORONTO — When tents started popping up on the lawn in front of a sprawling provincial property in Cobourg, Ont., television producer Linda Schuyler wondered who the people living in the encampment were."I started to go in and get to...
Isaias moves north into Appalachians and mid-Atlantic; Southern California battered by Rachel
PENSACOLA, Fla. (AP) — People in the Florida Panhandle and southern Alabama cleaned up after Hurricane Isaias swept through as the storm's remnants caused flooding in North Carolina on Sunday, while powerful Pacific Ocean waves stirred up by Rachel, a...
Prosecutors probing deaths of 2 Ole Miss students charge shop clerk, son with selling illegal kratom
Federal authorities investigating the deaths of two University of Mississippi students have charged a store clerk and his son with selling an illegal kratom product, prosecutors announced Friday. A drug task force in Mississippi had previously urged people to avoid...
iN DISCUSSION: Civility replaced with rage in the public square
"I used to rely on a thin maxim that you can't take social media comments seriously because people wouldn't say these things to each other in person. I don't believe that anymore."
JONESIE: Kamloops voters have one real job this election, but one more big consideration
"One of Reid's better character defects is his relentlessness. He won’t take no, he’ll never quit and that sounds awfully admirable until you realize that's a trait he only shares with those dogs that can’t stop chewing their own feet."
JONESIE: A lot of people are counting on Tom Dyas in Kelowna; it shouldn’t be this hard
They don't want Ron Cannan to win, but voting for Dyas should feel a lot better than this.
B.C. party leaders make campaign stop at Vancouver trade board ahead of election
VANCOUVER — The leaders of British Columbia’s three major political parties will pitch their plans…
Eby slams U.S.-style health care privatization, Conservatives claim ‘fearmongering’
British Columbia NDP Leader David Eby took aim at the premier next door while campaigning…
More damaging AI hacking incidents to come unless changes are made, scientists warn
OTTAWA — Dozens of Canadian academics are among an international group of scientists calling for…
In the news today: countries denounce Iran, France crab licence, Alberta unity event
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
B.C. party leaders make campaign stop at Vancouver trade board ahead of election
VANCOUVER — The leaders of British Columbia’s three major political parties will pitch their plans…
Houthi rebels report airstrikes in Yemen, and other Middle East developments
Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels on Tuesday accused Saudi Arabia of carrying out overnight airstrikes along…
Drones hit ships in Black Sea, sinking 1 and prompting rescue operations, Bulgaria says
SOFIA, Bulgaria (AP) — Drones struck two ships in the Black Sea off Bulgaria on…
Indonesia relocates 8 orangutans into protected forest after rescue from wildfires
JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — Eight endangered orangutans were released into a protected forest weeks after…
Screen time limits not enough to tackle problematic social media use: experts
TORONTO — Experts from around the world, including Canada, say the scale of digital technology…
Trade minister leading 300-member mission to India this week
OTTAWA — International Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu is in India this week as the two…
Selma Blair accused of attacking 2 flight attendants and assaulting a police officer and nurse
NEW YORK (AP) — Actor Selma Blair was arrested after she was accused of injuring…
Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis faces life in prison for orchestrating murder of rapper Tupac Shakur
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Duane “Keffe D” Davis is set to be sentenced Tuesday for…
Australia strikes twice as South Africa clings on in tense last-day chase in Kingsmead test
DURBAN, South Africa (AP) — Australia snagged two South Africa wickets in its pursuit of…
Week 5 coaching blunders haunt NFL contenders, from Sirianni’s London slip to Harbaugh’s gaffe
DENVER (AP) — Coaches always preach about putting their players in the best position to…
Formula 1 announces return to Africa with grand prix in Rwanda in early 2030s
KIGALI, Rwanda (AP) — Formula 1 announced on Tuesday that Rwanda will host a race…
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