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iN NUMBERS: British Columbians split on teaching creationism in school
You might assume it’s the older generation who wants to see religion back in education, but you’d be wrong.
Barcelona’s Sagrada Familia becomes the world’s tallest church
The Ulmer Münster, a Gothic Lutheran church built between 1543 and 1890, has held the title of the world’s tallest church. That bragging right now gets passed to its Spanish rival.
Dictionary.com’s word of the year is ‘6-7.’ But is it even a word and what does it mean?
“Don’t worry, because we’re all still trying to figure out exactly what it means."
Japan’s sushi legend Jiro Ono turns 100 and is not ready for retirement
“I haven’t reached perfection yet.”
Andrew, the civilian formerly known as ‘prince,’ faces an uncertain future
LONDON (AP) — He has lost his title as prince, lost his rent-free mansion on the sprawling grounds next to…
iN NUMBERS: Fewer international students helps lower rent in B.C.
Rentals.ca found that cities with universities that had high international student enrolment are seeing the biggest declines in rent.
What’s Involved in Renovating: Our Flooring & Tile Insights
Renovating a home or business is an exciting project that brings new life to your space. While it can feel…
Jailed South Okanagan biker had learner’s licence when caught with fentanyl, cocaine
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The bike had to be towed.
BC woman to take on record-setting Okanagan Lake swim for mental health fundraiser
"This swim is about showing young people that they are worth showing up for."
iNvideo: Ribfest takes over City Park
iNwine
If you were passing over the bridge, it isn’t hard to miss the smells coming…
iN PHOTOS: Peek inside a 1910 heritage home in Kelowna
“We kept all of the heritage elements from the era, it’s all original, including the windows and flooring."
Free Penticton pop-up pet vaccine clinic helps 31 dogs
“We knew we had to move quickly because parvo transmission between unvaccinated animals can happen very fast.”
Kelowna hasn’t ruled out cutting locks on Hotel Eldorado boardwalk gates
"We are hearing loudly from the public that they aren't happy with the situation."
From poutine to barbecue, local cuisines give World Cup fans another reason to cheer
World Cup fans came from overseas for the cheering. But they’re also doing a lot of chewing, delighting their hosts with rave reviews of North American cuisine. "It’s greasy, it’s disgusting, but it’s absolutely glorious," Jack Goodwin, a soccer enthusiast...
Wildfire anxiety mounts amid fast-moving blazes and repeat evacuations
Late last month, Anitra Cornish could see smoke coming from over the hill by her home in Eureka, Utah. Once she started seeing flames from the raging Iron Fire, she told her 86-year-old aunt that it was time to pack...
Jailed South Okanagan biker had learner’s licence when caught with fentanyl, cocaine
The bike had to be towed.
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...
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."
iN DISCUSSION: Prime Minister Carney’s BC condo buyout bungle
"I'm starting to get a disturbingly familiar feeling about Prime Minister Mark Carney."
A First Nation near Boston Bar, B.C., issues evacuation order as wildfire grows
VICTORIA — The out-of-control fire near Boston Bar, B.C., has triggered a second evacuation order…
Wildfire evacuation order for Boston Bar, B.C., area alert also extended
An out-of-control wildfire burning near the community of Boston Bar, B.C., has triggered an evacuation…
A First Nation near Boston Bar, B.C., issues evacuation order as wildfire grows
VICTORIA — The out-of-control fire near Boston Bar, B.C., has triggered a second evacuation order…
Two critical after Lachine Canal rescue as group urges prevention
MONTREAL — Two people were in critical condition after being pulled from Montreal’s Lachine Canal…
Inside Saskatchewan’s Cigar Lake mine, a ’boutique’ operation with abundant uranium
CIGAR LAKE, SASK. — Cessa Fern’s day begins with being squished into a metal cage…
This air conditioning strategy is the sweet spot for saving energy and money, experts say
Having air conditioning at home is a luxury that keeps people comfortable during the hottest…
Dayslong funeral for late Supreme Leader Khamenei begins in Iran, in photos
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran’s dayslong funeral for late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei began…
Democrat Mallory McMorrow suspends her Michigan Senate campaign and scrambles the pivotal race
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. (AP) — Michigan Democrat Mallory McMorrow suspended her campaign for the U.S.…
World Cup leaves uncertain legacy in Toronto as experts question economic impact
TORONTO — For soccer fan Marticia Fargiorgio, the atmosphere in Toronto has been unmatched since…
Inside Saskatchewan’s Cigar Lake mine, a ’boutique’ operation with abundant uranium
CIGAR LAKE, SASK. — Cessa Fern’s day begins with being squished into a metal cage…
White House report brands Smithsonian leadership as radical activists who can’t be trusted
NEW YORK (AP) — A White House report brands the leadership of the Smithsonian Institution,…
‘Minions & Monsters’ tops Fourth of July holiday box office, barely beating ‘Toy Story 5’
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Minions have taken down “Toy Story 5″ at the July…
Folarin Balogun’s 1-game ban suspended by FIFA, allowing US forward to play vs. Belgium
SEATTLE (AP) — Folarin Balogun’s one-game ban was surprisingly suspended by FIFA, clearing the American…
Canada’s Auger-Aliassime advances to Wimbledon quarterfinals, to face Djokovic
WIMBLEDON — Canada’s Félix Auger-Aliassime defeated Spain’s Alejandro Davidovich Fokina 6-7 (4), 7-6 (6), 6-3,…
Gabriel Martinelli starts for Brazil against Norway in the round of 16 at the World Cup
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti is going with Gabriel Martinelli to…
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