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Interior Health has written off $54M in unpaid medical bills for non-Canadians
The health authority is taking a Qatari man to court over $254,000 in unpaid medical bills.
‘Disturbing’ scenes, record overdoses, as powerful sedative hits B.C. drug supply
VANCOUVER — Last weekend, frontline health workers in Trail, B.C., reported “disturbing” scenes to Dr. Karin Goodison, medical health officer…
Carney, premiers say they’re ‘united’ ahead of upcoming CUSMA review
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney and the premiers said Thursday they’re maintaining a united front under the long shadow…
Smith, Carney say Trump team must respect Canadian sovereignty
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith both said Thursday the United States needs to respect…
Universal Ostrich Farm’s protest cost taxpayers $6.8M
More than half was on RCMP costs, while the owners of the ostrich farm made money off public donations.
iN PHOTOS: Day trips to steamy hot springs from Kamloops, Kelowna
iNwheels
Who needs a winter getaway, anyone?
Investigators looking for tips on anniversary of Kamloops homicide
“This homicide was a senseless act of violence, and the investigation remains a priority."
Kamloops tightens rules on homeless encampments; still averse to Kelowna approach
Don't expect homeless people in Kamloops to be wrangled into one fenced area like Kelowna's outdoor shelter space.
iN NUMBERS: City employees make more than mayors in Okanagan, Kamloops
Guess who's really making the big bucks?
iN PHOTOS: Wildlife spotted feasting on berries in Thompson-Okanagan
Some native songbirds use berries during their courtship rituals.
Kelowna ComiCon back in action this weekend
There’s going to be a cosplay contest, a live Dungeons and Dragons show, lip-sync battle, panels, celebrity guests and of course vendors with all kinds of comics and collectibles
MLA wants action on homeless encampment near Kamloops after Peachland camp cleared
The Trepanier Creek homeless encampments near Peachland were cleared out by the province last month.
This woman ‘managed to not be bored’ during the COVID lockdown and planted a vineyard at home
CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — Like millions of others, Natasha Jacka went stir-crazy during a COVID-19 lockdown in 2020, until it dawned on her that there might be great opportunity in having nowhere to go. Jacka used the pandemic...
How to help those impacted by the Venezuela earthquakes
Two powerful, back-to-back earthquakes shook Venezuela Wednesday evening, collapsing buildings, killing hundreds and leaving thousands more missing across the northern part of the country. Many more are feared dead. Governments, nonprofits and members of the Venezuelan diaspora around the world...
DEA asks watchdog to investigate claims that agents permitted fentanyl to hit the streets
The federal Drug Enforcement Administration on Thursday asked the U.S. Justice Department’s internal watchdog to investigate a whistleblower's claims that DEA agents permitted hundreds of thousands of fentanyl pills to hit the streets of New Mexico. The request came days...
A Moroccan court sentences 29 prominent people in major drug trafficking and corruption case
CASABLANCA, Morocco (AP) — A Moroccan court handed prison sentences to 29 people, including prominent politicians and sports and business figures, in an international drug trafficking and corruption scandal that has rocked the country. The court also ordered the defendants...
iN DISCUSSION: Upcoming municipal election campaign going to be a doozy
"In Kamloops, they learned nothing about the consequences of vote splitting so it appears they're going to do it again."
THOMPSON: Social media not the place for accurate, factual news
"It’s like panning for gold…the nuggets are few and far between."
iN DISCUSSION: NDP appears to be more hindrance than help for BC housing initiatives
We're supposed to be streamlining developments like Ignition's plan for the Tranquille property in Kamloops.
‘You should believe me’: B.C. murder suspect says ex-wife’s death was like a suicide
The ex-husband of Tatjana Stefanski, who is accused of stabbing her to death in rural…
Eby says condo buy-up is not a bailout, and won’t aid City of Vancouver developers
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VICTORIA — British Columbia Premier David Eby said a joint federal-B.C. plan to buy unsold…
PM Carney says 24 Sussex to be restored with fundraising campaign, design competition
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled plans Friday to restore the prime minister’s residence…
Michael J. Fox and father of Nickelodeon slime among Order of Canada appointments
Michael J. Fox wears his Order of Canada pin everywhere. He wears the little white…
The Latest from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada
Here are the latest developments from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. All times Eastern: 9:30…
Ex-national security adviser John Bolton pleads guilty to illegally retaining classified information
GREENBELT, Md. (AP) — Former Trump administration national security adviser John Bolton pleaded guilty on…
Disagreements between Supreme Court justices bubble into public view as major rulings loom
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court is handing down major opinions at a rapid clip,…
Greece is paying fishermen to catch toxic toadfish invading the warming Mediterranean
ATHENS, Greece (AP) — Fishermen in Greece are getting cash payouts to catch toxic fish…
PM Carney says 24 Sussex to be restored with fundraising campaign, design competition
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled plans Friday to restore the prime minister’s residence…
In the news today: Senegal vs. Iraq in Toronto, 24 Sussex plans, Flying Tiger lands
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
Heat catches Europe’s fashion industry unprepared as models face the sun in fur and wool
PARIS (AP) — The most coveted accessory at the Paris Fashion Week shows this week…
Michael J. Fox and father of Nickelodeon slime among Order of Canada appointments
Michael J. Fox wears his Order of Canada pin everywhere. He wears the little white…
Duckett leads counterattack as England reaches 73-1 at tea in reply to New Zealand’s 438
NOTTINGHAM, England (AP) — Ben Duckett led a counterattack as England made a fast start…
AC Milan names Massimo Calvelli as CEO as it goes “in house” in bid to restore winning culture
MILAN (AP) — AC Milan named Massimo Calvelli as chief executive officer on Friday in…
Serena Williams draws 20-year-old Maya Joint in first Wimbledon singles match in 4 years
LONDON (AP) — Serena Williams will face an opponent less than half her age when…
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