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Canadian English supporters urge Carney to abandon federal shift to British spelling
"If governments start to use other systems for spelling, this could lead to confusion about which spelling is Canadian."
How many glaciers in Canada’s Arctic can be saved from extinction?
"This peak loss of individual glaciers is more than a numerical milestone: it marks a turning point with profound implications for ecosystems, water resources and cultural heritage."
Son’s mobility challenge sparks idea for new Kelowna arcade
This new business is part arcade, part exercise.
Winter wallop continues across Canada, cancelling classes and stranding trucks
WINNIPEG — Winter continued its late-December march east across Canada Friday, closing classes and stranding trucks. Schools in many areas…
The shortest day of the year is descending on the Northern Hemisphere. Here’s what to know
Yes the darkest day of the year is here, but that means brighter days are ahead. Sunday is the shortest…
Justice Department releases limited set of files tied to Epstein sex trafficking investigation
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Justice Department released thousands of files Friday about convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, but the incomplete…
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.
Legal bills at Kamloops city hall reach new heights with $2M spent in 2025
That's more than double what was in the budget.
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...
Kelowna tenants forming a union to protect renters’ rights
“There is a big power imbalance.”
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...
Deliberate hyperventilation technique linked to mental break before police standoff
CHILLIWACK — A British Columbia judge has sentenced a man to about 75 days in jail with time served, saying that despite his attempts to murder police officers in a standoff, a single mental health break likely triggered by holotropic...
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
iNhome
VICTORIA — British Columbia Premier David Eby said a joint federal-B.C. plan to buy unsold…
Pop diplomacy: Eurovision gives Canada a chance to flex ‘soft power,’ expert says
OTTAWA — Canada should dust off its sequins and get ready to dazzle Europe, a…
The Latest from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada
Here are the latest developments from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. All times Eastern: 11…
‘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…
Mexico’s World Cup joy muted in regions gripped by cartel violence
CULIACAN, Mexico (AP) — Much of Mexico has been celebrating the World Cup with joyful…
Turkey beats US 3-2 with last-gasp goal as Americans look ahead to World Cup knockout stage
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Kaan Ayhan scored on the final kick of the match, and…
National pride meets breathable mesh: A look at the design of World Cup uniforms
BEAVERTON, Ore. (AP) — Heat. Moisture. National pride. These were top of mind as Nike…
National pride meets breathable mesh: A look at the design of World Cup uniforms
BEAVERTON, Ore. (AP) — Heat. Moisture. National pride. These were top of mind as Nike…
Hollywood gets into the microdrama race as mobile-first storytelling draws stars and major studios
LOS ANGELES (AP) — While much of Hollywood was consumed by the streaming wars, Issa…
Hollywood gets into the microdrama race as mobile-first storytelling draws stars and major studios
LOS ANGELES (AP) — While much of Hollywood was consumed by the streaming wars, Issa…
Pop diplomacy: Eurovision gives Canada a chance to flex ‘soft power,’ expert says
OTTAWA — Canada should dust off its sequins and get ready to dazzle Europe, a…
Mexico’s World Cup joy muted in regions gripped by cartel violence
CULIACAN, Mexico (AP) — Much of Mexico has been celebrating the World Cup with joyful…
Turkey beats US 3-2 with last-gasp goal as Americans look ahead to World Cup knockout stage
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Kaan Ayhan scored on the final kick of the match, and…
National pride meets breathable mesh: A look at the design of World Cup uniforms
BEAVERTON, Ore. (AP) — Heat. Moisture. National pride. These were top of mind as Nike…
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