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RBC suing Universal Ostrich Farm owner over historic unpaid debt
Despite raising $300,000 in crowdfunding numerous creditor haven't been paid.
An ancient oak tree said to have sheltered legendary Robin Hood has died
LONDON (AP) — A massive ancient oak tree linked to the legend of Robin Hood may have been loved to…
Vernon teacher fired for allowing student to cheat loses appeal
She said it was an "enormous error in judgment."
‘Weak from the outset’: Vernon woman acquitted after police video contradicts Mountie’s testimony
The judge said it showed that people can give an honest account of seeing specific things that simply aren't there.
Greece’s Parthenon gets a facelift, revealing a look not seen for 220 years
ATHENS, Greece (AP) — Visitors to the Acropolis can now see the Parthenon’s western side looking whole for the first…
‘Canada Shore’ set to film in Kelowna again this summer and the neighbours aren’t happy
iNhome
"The neighbourhood will be busier than usual with our crew and essential work trucks in the area.”
Brand Refresh? CBC mulling options for potential new ‘Hockey Night in Canada’ chapter
TORONTO — As the CBC mulls over how to fill a vacated Saturday night block now that NHL games won’t…
Floor-crossing Penticton MLA Boultbee accused of betraying constituents
The MLA elected as a BC Conservative has helped bolster the NDP's majority.
Touchdown Kelowna part of strong start to peak tourist season
“One business I ran into said, ‘we're anticipating a $10,000 day,’ and that's pretty great for a restaurant for one day.”
West Kelowna police arrest suspect in weekend grass fire
“Information provided by witnesses played a significant role in helping officers quickly identify and locate the suspect.”
Kelowna couple suing Airbnb over eviction, surveillance
iNhome
Airbnb "weaponized their corporate infrastructure" to enable their eviction, according to the lawsuit.
Rock the Lake turns up the volume
One of Kelowna’s favourite music festivals is returning on Friday, July 10, 11, and 12.…
Escape artist Tony the peacock eludes capture in Kamloops neighbourhood
“People post ‘oh, it’s at my house,’ and it’s fun for the kids, they can keep their eye out and try to spot him."
Anissa Helou’s new book of recipes from Lebanon spotlights villages scarred by war
BALLOUNEH, Lebanon (AP) — Before becoming one of the Middle East’s most acclaimed cooks and food writers, Anissa Helou had no intention of either path. She entered the world of cooking and writing almost by accident when she was in...
Yacht owners and public housing residents once shared Venezuela’s coast. Now they share its ruin
CARABALLEDA, Venezuela (AP) — The rich and poor shared paradise in Caraballeda on Venezuela's Caribbean coast. Their apartments, a few with direct marina access and hundreds in public housing towers, stood on the same curving street and offered idyllic views...
In the news today: Carney arrives at NATO, Renata Ford dies, Raptors announcement
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed...Carney arrives in Turkey for high-level NATO talks with German, South Korean leadersPrime Minister Mark Carney has landed in Ankara, Turkey, where he’s set...
Court documents allege link between Project South investigation, Ryan Wedding case
TORONTO — Newly released court documents are shedding more light on the alleged link between a sweeping police corruption probe in Ontario and the case of former Canadian Olympian Ryan Wedding, who is accused of running an international drug trafficking...
THOMPSON: Running out of gas is something you do once
"It’s embarrassing - at best - to run out of fuel…cars swerving and people yelling insults as they pass…as if you intended your stupidity."
iN DISCUSSION: What to do for those who don’t like news
"One reader persistently tells me "there is way too much political topics" here and they are looking for more 'simple good feeling stuff'."
THOMPSON: Black cats, broken mirrors and other superstitions we believe in
"There are people, for example, who will not travel on the 13th day of any month…and even structure their decisions and lives around avoiding the number."
B.C. attorney general to provide update on legal options after deadly mass shooting
VANCOUVER — The British Columbia government says it’s exploring legal options after the mass shooting…
B.C. wildfire prompts evacuations and heavy smoke warnings in Fraser Canyon
BOSTON BAR — Thick smoke from a wildfire burning out of control near Boston Bar,…
Police officers march in Montreal ahead of funeral for officer killed in shooting
MONTREAL — Thousands of police officers from all over Canada are marching in Montreal ahead…
Carney names his principal secretary and a Conservative MP to Senate
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney has named his principal secretary Tom Pitfield to the…
Carney meets with allied nations in Turkey on margins of NATO summit
ANKARA — Prime Minister Mark Carney met with Turkish President Recep Erdogan and Ukrainian President…
Judge dismisses Prince Harry’s privacy invasion lawsuit against publisher of Daily Mail
LONDON (AP) — Prince Harry ’s final lawsuit aimed at taming the British tabloids ended…
US support for Israel slips as Democrats grow more critical, AP-NORC poll finds
NEW YORK (AP) — After decades of reliable bipartisan backing for Israel, a new AP-NORC…
Kazakhstan’s top court rules that President Tokayev can seek another term
Kazakhstan’s top court ruled Tuesday that President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev can seek another seven years in…
Carney meets with allied nations in Turkey on margins of NATO summit
ANKARA — Prime Minister Mark Carney met with Turkish President Recep Erdogan and Ukrainian President…
Toronto Raptors welcome Lowry ‘home’ for retirement announcement
TORONTO — Kyle Lowry, who starred in Toronto for nine seasons and was instrumental in…
Judge dismisses Prince Harry’s privacy invasion lawsuit against publisher of Daily Mail
LONDON (AP) — Prince Harry ’s final lawsuit aimed at taming the British tabloids ended…
‘Being Heumann,’ about a disability rights activist, to open Toronto film festival
NEW YORK (AP) — “Being Heumann,” director Siân Heder’s film about the late disability rights…
Alvarez one of three changes for Messi-led Argentina against Egypt at the World Cup
ATLANTA (AP) — Julian Alvarez was recalled to Argentina’s starting lineup for the round of…
IOC moves to end neutral status vetting for Russian athletes ahead of 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — The IOC advised Olympic sports bodies on Tuesday to end a…
Coco Gauff beats Jessica Pegula to reach Wimbledon semifinals as temperature rises
LONDON (AP) — Coco Gauff overcame a shaky start and beat Jessica Pegula 4-6, 6-3,…
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