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Alberta’s fossil fuels ‘war room’ singles out a local BC government for battle
When Nanaimo recently voted to ban FortisBC’s natural gas hookups from new buildings, Alberta’s infamous…
Environment Canada warns BC coast to prepare for heavy winds, rain after drought
VANCOUVER – Coastal British Columbia is experiencing its first fall storm of the season and…
Where municipalities are at with BC’s drug decriminalization pilot
Dr. Bonnie Henry met with local government representatives from across the province Monday to talk…
A rare Truman Capote story from the early 1950s is being published for the first time
NEW YORK (AP) — Along with such classics as “In Cold Blood” and “Breakfast at…
TRENDING NOW: This pup shows his owner what he thinks of her singing
This pet doesn't appreciate his owner's singing. Actions speak louder than words, and his are…
Far from home, Ukrainian designers showcase fashion created amid air raid sirens
LONDON (AP) — For Ksenia Schnaider and her fellow Ukrainian fashion designers, the show must…
With the future of AM unclear, a look back at the powerful role radio plays in baseball history
NEW YORK (AP) — Growing up in the Boston suburbs, Suzyn Waldman fell madly in…
Tech companies try to take AI image generators mainstream with better protections against misuse
Artificial intelligence tools that can conjure whimsical artwork or realistic-looking images from written commands started…
Amid vaccine fatigue, doctors say the updated COVID-19 shot is important this fall
Public health officials say the number of COVID-19 infections is climbing again — just in…
Edmunds answers the most asked questions from first-time EV buyers
As sales of electric vehicles continue to grow, so do the number of questions curious…
An Indo-Canadian BC labour icon is finally getting his due
There are two public memorials to the man who became Darshan Singh Canadian. The first…
Taking it to the streets: NHL tries to grow its game with an ‘ice’ hockey push Down Under
BRISBANE, Australia (AP) — It’s a frequent — and most often frantic — high-pitched yell…
Airbnb says it’s cracking down on fake listings and has removed 59,000 of them this year
Fake listings have emerged as a major problem for Airbnb, threatening to scare off consumers…
How Outlet Stores Help Okanagan Families Save Money
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As the winter season approaches, seniors and retirees living in the Okanagan region may face…
This simple log structure may be the oldest example of early humans building with wood
NEW YORK (AP) — Researchers have uncovered a simple structure from the Stone Age that…
TRENDING NOW: Even bears need a high five every once in a while
This bear seems way too familiar with high fives. It looks like he's expecting a…
Easy houseplants for neglectful gardeners
Confession time: I’ve murdered a Monstera, slaughtered a snake plant, assassinated an African violet and…
A sheriff shortage is threatening BC’s legal system
B.C. Attorney General Niki Sharma is promising more money to fix a chronic shortage of…
Corporate ethics czar investigating Levi Strauss over alleged links to forced labour
OTTAWA – Canada's corporate ethics watchdog has launched an investigation into allegations that Levi Strauss…
Canada’s manufacturing sector seeks to reduce ‘repetitive labour’ through AI
TORONTO – Artificial intelligence and increased automation can help lessen the load for workers at…
Fighting ‘through hell.’ To reclaim Bakhmut, a Ukrainian brigade must first survive the forest
ANDRIIVKA, Ukraine (AP) — The Russian bullet struck the sergeant just above the left ear.…
There’s no new climate economy without Indigenous people and perspectives
Indigenous communities are leading Canada's clean energy boom, "and doing that with a slanted table,"…
Hot dog! The Wienermobile is back after short-lived name change
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Some names are just the wurst. Just four months after announcing…