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Jail for Vernon woman caught drunk driving while on bail for drunk driving
The crash left an 81-year-old man and a 14-year-old girl with lasting injuries.
An ancient whale graveyard in the Indian Ocean teems with life
NEW YORK (AP) — Scientists have unearthed communities of marine life — including jellyfish, tubeworms and brittle stars — thriving…
Central Okanagan shotgun club wants to attract young people to skeet shooting
“It's like a bunch of guys going out golfing, except it's different equipment.”
Armstrong strata ignored second-hand smoke complaints; it now owes tenant $4,000
The Strata blamed repeat offenders, but the Tribunal found it was a failure of its governance.
Ancient squirrel feces a ‘time capsule,’ smelling as fresh as 700,000 years ago
The scent of ancient squirrel feces filled the laboratory where researcher Tyler Murchie was working to extract the genetic material…
iN NUMBERS: British Columbians support banning crypto ATMs over links to crime
The majority of British Columbians are on board with the ban, especially since the province has already outlawed cryptocurrency mining.
Accessorize with earplugs at this summer’s concerts so you can enjoy more music in the future
NEW YORK (AP) — When her favorite band took the stage, Kristin Shires was in the front row. As the…
BC Wildfire warns boaters after Kamloops fire
"We don't want to have anybody out on the water getting in the way of aircraft when they're out helping us."
BC Parks Foundation needs $800K to save piece of Myra-Bellevue park near Kelowna from development
And it doesn't have much time to do it.
iN PHOTOS: Six majestic birds that are masters at fishing in Okanagan, Kamloops
Fish are at the top of the menu for these skilled hunters, divers and fishers.
Tempest Theatre brings classic adaptation to historic theatre
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The Tempest Theatre is bringing back a new twist on the classic performance of A…
iN NUMBERS: Bike trails and paths around Kamloops, Okanagan
iNwheels
Do you think your city needs more bike lanes?
Merritt man to use $1M in lotto winnings to finish home reno
The winning ticket on the July 1 draw was purchased at the Walmart in Merritt.
Tempest Theatre brings classic adaptation to historic theatre
The Tempest Theatre is bringing back a new twist on the classic performance of A Midsummer Night’s Dream by William Shakespeare. DREAM brings a more modern approach to the classic play, with Director Kate Twa rebuilding the play to be...
On La Guaira’s beaches, Venezuela quake survivors improvise showers and toilets amid water shortages
MAIQUETIA, Venezuela (AP) — Thousands of people affected by the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela last month are increasingly facing challenges accessing clean water as well as sanitation and hygiene services. Families in the hardest-hit state, La Guaira, have taken to...
B.C. man indicted in U.S. fought off deportation in 2008, despite drug conviction
VANCOUVER — Court and immigration board records show that a British Columbia suspect indicted by U.S. authorities over alleged international organized crime was previously convicted of cross-border drug smuggling in the United States, but was allowed to stay in Canada...
What was in U.S. indictments targeting alleged Canada-linked crime groups?
LOS ANGELES — An indictment released by U.S. authorities on Tuesday includes fresh details about the alleged involvement of Indian gangster Lawrence Bishnoi and others in the murder of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.Two other indictments meanwhile outline alleged cross-border...
iN DISCUSSION: Was AI responsible for the Tumbler Ridge tragedy?
"The confusion over cause and effect continues, although in Canada we tend to treat it as a feature, not a bug."
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'."
Federal officials set to give wildfire season update as blaze threatens B.C. town
OTTAWA — Federal officials are set to provide an update about the national wildfire season…
Officials fear winds will fan out-of-control Brunswick Complex fire near Boston Bar
BOSTON BAR — Officials say strong winds through British Columbia’s Fraser Canyon northeast of Vancouver…
In the news today: Carney in Saudi Arabia, wildfire update, Ontario cancer coverage
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
B.C. man indicted in U.S. fought off deportation in 2008, despite drug conviction
iNwheels
VANCOUVER — Court and immigration board records show that a British Columbia suspect indicted by…
Canada’s UN envoy touts primacy of global law as advocates say Ottawa pulling punches
OTTAWA — Canada is putting international law as one of its top priorities at the…
Flooding from days of heavy rain in southern China has killed 39 people
BEIJING (AP) — Authorities in southern China said Thursday that 39 people died in flooding…
Ebola death toll in Congo reaches 600, as new cases suspected in previously unaffected province
KINSHASA, Congo (AP) — New suspected cases of Ebola have been reported in parts of…
Bonnie Tyler, who topped the charts with epic ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart,’ has died at 75
LONDON (AP) — Bonnie Tyler, the gravelly voiced, Grammy-nominated Welsh pop star best known for…
Your World Cup team’s been knocked out. Who should you support now?
So, your team of choice has been knocked out of the World Cup. You want…
Data centre capacity could soar to 20 GW in planned projects: government document
OTTAWA — A document prepared for the federal artificial intelligence minister to use when pitching…
Bonnie Tyler, who topped the charts with epic ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart,’ has died at 75
LONDON (AP) — Bonnie Tyler, the gravelly voiced, Grammy-nominated Welsh pop star best known for…
‘The Pitt’ leads with 25 Emmy nominations and ‘Hacks’ breaks record for comedies with 24
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “The Pitt” led all nominees with 25 in a dominant sophomore…
Perseverance pays off for first-time all-star Mabrey eight years into WNBA career
TORONTO — Marina Mabrey has made longevity the calling card of her WNBA career and…
Injury-hit Wallabies turn to rookie Declan Meredith at flyhalf for test against France
BRISBANE, Australia (AP) — An injury crisis in Australia’s flyhalf ranks has resulted in Declan…
‘Cannot remain silent’: Egypt complains officials were biased in World Cup loss to Argentina
ATLANTA (AP) — The Egyptian Football Association (EFA) said Wednesday it “cannot remain silent” after…
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