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April 17 2026 01:00 PM
iN PHOTOS: Bizarre looking insects emerge in Thompson-Okanagan
It can be fun finding a rare or bizarre looking insect and try to identify it.
Despite no power or water, majority of Vernon trailer park residents staying put
iNhome
Many saw it as a good place for retirement. Now they have no power, water or heat.
‘Tax grab’: Regional district bylaws force tiny home owner out of Central Okanagan
iNhome
"I want to say I gave up, but I moved on to better things."
Credit union moves to foreclose on cash-strapped Kamloops mayor’s car dealership
"It's no secret that I've been put into a bad financial situation."
Late recovery keeps playoff run alive for Kelowna Rockets
With their post-season on the line, the Kelowna Rockets tied the game with just seconds to spare before claiming victory in overtime.
Former South Okanagan chiropractor fined for not completing medical records
The chiropractor has since moved to Newfoundland.
More privacy breaches and bullying lands Kamloops mayor back in hot water
"In my opinion, no Mayor should treat staff in this manner and the Mayor owes these staff an unqualified apology."
Hot dogs and steaks and bacon, oh my! Meat raffles keep a beloved Midwest tradition alive
WACONIA, Minn. (AP) — In these polarizing times, Minnesotans have found something they can agree on — the thrill of a meat raffle. Meat raffles have been popular in pockets of the U.S. for decades, offering a fun way to...
Kelowna, B.C., allowed to opt out of short-term rental rules this summer
The business community is applauding British Columbia's decision to allow the Okanagan city of Kelowna to opt out of rules limiting short-term rentals in time for this summer's tourism season, though some say the move is overdue.The B.C. government announced...
1 million bees make for bumper-to-buzzer traffic on a Tennessee highway ramp
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Travelers on an East Tennessee interstate were forced to brake for workers — and drones, perhaps even a queen — when a truck carrying about 1 million bees crashed Friday. The swarm shut down an exit...
B.C. ‘chemical fingerprint’ scheme to track illicit drugs is likened to DNA tests
VANCOUVER — Tucked in the basement of the chemistry building at the University of British Columbia, an arm-sized robot carries out the repetitive task of collecting and weighing colourful vials as machinery whirrs in the background. It's part of a...
April 17 2026 10:20 AM
iN DISCUSSION: Debate over access to MAID highlighted in lawsuit against BC hospital
"MLAs Tara Armstrong and Amelia Boultbee both quit within months the BC Conservative Party that got them elected. Armstrong will be recalled over it. Boultbee said on social media she plans to remain an independent, may have been her strategy all along."
April 13 2026 12:00 PM
THOMPSON: How history will judge America’s war with Iran
"Twenty-five years or so from today, students of history will look back at the tipping point that signalled America’s decline as the singular world power with the most control of the fate of everyone on Earth."
April 10 2026 12:00 PM
iN DISCUSSION: Stop giving our social media overlords so much power
Check out this new Canadian-owned social media platform.
Kelowna, B.C., allowed to opt out of short-term rental rules this summer
iNhome
The business community is applauding British Columbia’s decision to allow the Okanagan city of Kelowna…
B.C. ‘chemical fingerprint’ scheme to track illicit drugs is likened to DNA tests
iN420
VANCOUVER — Tucked in the basement of the chemistry building at the University of British…
April 17 2026 03:30 PM
B.C. ‘chemical fingerprint’ scheme to track illicit drugs is likened to DNA tests
iN420
VANCOUVER — Tucked in the basement of the chemistry building at the University of British…
April 17 2026 02:32 PM
‘They suck’: Lutnick criticizes Canada’s trade strategy
OTTAWA — U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick attacked Canada’s trade strategy on Friday, adding, “They…
April 17 2026 02:17 PM
New Quebec Premier Christine Fréchette ‘relieved’ after Carney’s Charter comments
OTTAWA — Quebec’s new premier said she was “relieved” following her first meeting with Prime…
April 17 2026 04:57 PM
Roommates of man accused of killing 2 say a dispute preceded the Atlanta-area attacks
DECATUR, Ga. (AP) — A U.S. Navy veteran accused of killing two people and critically…
April 17 2026 04:35 PM
Photos show the ‘Build the Red Wall’ rally in Arizona, headlined by Trump
PHOENIX (AP) — President Donald Trump joins Erika Kirk at Dream City Church in north…
April 17 2026 04:30 PM
2 Alaska-based soldiers injured in encounter with brown bear during training exercise
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — Two U.S. Army soldiers have been injured after encountering a brown…
Kelowna, B.C., allowed to opt out of short-term rental rules this summer
iNhome
The business community is applauding British Columbia’s decision to allow the Okanagan city of Kelowna…
$13 train fare spikes to $150 for World Cup fans attending matches in New Jersey
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Sky-high ticket prices won’t be the only thing emptying the wallets…
Opening statements set for Tuesday in Harvey Weinstein’s rape retrial
NEW YORK (AP) — Opening statements are set for Tuesday in Harvey Weinstein ‘s third…
Natalie Portman is pregnant with her third child, her first with Tanguy Destable
Natalie Portman is expecting her third child at age 44. The actor told Harper’s Bazaar…
April 17 2026 04:36 PM
Clippers want ‘to win with Kawhi,’ team exec Lawrence Frank says
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Clippers are committed to a future with Kawhi…
April 17 2026 04:34 PM
Canadian QB Elgersma says ‘it was time to come home’ after signing with Blue Bombers
WINNIPEG — Taylor Elgersma doesn’t view coming to the CFL and signing with the Winnipeg…
April 17 2026 04:20 PM
Last-place Vancouver Canucks looking to move past difficult season
VANCOUVER — The last four months haven’t been easy for Thatcher Demko. Season-ending hip surgery…
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April 15 2026 08:00 PM
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