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UPDATE: Suspect charged in Nigeria over sextortion of BC boy who died
SURREY, B.C. – Police say that for just a few minutes last year, a Metro…
Toby Keith, country singer-songwriter, dies at 62 after stomach cancer diagnosis
NORMAN, Okla. – Toby Keith, a hit country crafter of pro-American anthems who both riled…
Cannabis use linked to anxiety diagnoses, worsened anxiety disorders: study
Cannabis use may increase the risk of developing a new anxiety disorder or worsen existing…
TRENDING NOW: Cat’s printer ambush goes wrong
This cat crouches in wait on top of the printer, setting up the perfect ambush. …
‘Crappy piece of land’: BC minister steps down over remarks that angered pro-Palestinian groups
British Columbia's Post-Secondary Education Minister Selina Robinson is stepping down amid an outcry over her…
Former BC Peace reporter buys Valemount’s newspaper
The Rocky Mountain Goat, Valemount’s local newspaper, has found a new editor and owner, with…
King Charles III has cancer and is receiving treatment
LONDON (AP) — King Charles III has been diagnosed with a form of cancer and…
BC minister makes second apology as pro-Palestinian groups push for her removal
SURREY, B.C. – Protesters have gathered outside a provincial NDP caucus retreat in Metro Vancouver…
Core Geomatics Expands to Penticton: A Legacy of Precision Surveying Continues
Business Spotlight
Core Geomatics specializes in surveying, environmental planning and remote sensing. Their team works all over…
Yaki’s Pizza & Subs: where your meal supports local charities
Business Spotlight
“We love being part of our community!” Mike and Aura, owners: Yaki’s Pizza & Subs…
Meet the newscaster in drag making LGBTQ+ history in Mexican television
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Guillermo Barraza buzzes with a nervous energy as he watches himself…
TRENDING NOW: Puppy hangs on for dear life
This puppy is hanging on to this sock with some serious determination. The way it…
Secwépemc-led documentary ‘Sugarcane’ wins directing award at Sundance
CONTENT ADVISORY This story contains graphic details about residential “schools” that many will find distressing…
New coal mine proposed for BC Rockies
A mining company wants to open a new coal mine in B.C.’s Rocky Mountains to…
Want to boost your tax refund with an RRSP loan? Experts say there’s more to consider
OTTAWA – RRSP loans might be a tempting option for Canadians looking to top up…
At trendy Japanese cafés, customers enjoy cuddling with pigs
TOKYO (AP) — First there were cafés that allowed pets. Then came cat cafés, where…
Edmunds: What you actually need to know about wintertime driving with an electric vehicle
As a big winter storm rolled across the United States in mid-January, many news outlets…
Rising Penticton Indian Band lacrosse star tries out for Team Canada
As the sun dips behind the mountains, casting its golden glow on the landscape of…
Flight Centre fights hundreds of fake sites, as bogus booking costs B.C. man $2,280
VANCOUVER – Ihsan Abdul Salam describes himself as a “loyal” customer of Flight Centre, booking…
AI brings deepfake pornography to the masses, as Canadian laws play catch-up
VANCOUVER – Underage Canadian high school girls are targeted using AI to create fake explicit…
TRENDING NOW: Monkey loves whipped cream
The sheer excitement this monkey has about whipped cream is the feeling we're all chasing. …
UBER ANGER: New law hasn’t satisfied some BC gig workers
You may have met Kuljeet Singh. He might have driven you to your aunt’s birthday…
The door to BC’s liquefied natural gas export sector is about to open. Here’s what you need to know
As Teresa Waddington proudly proclaimed LNG Canada is on track to wrap up construction in…
Judge sets aside ruling that granted U.S. trans woman’s refugee status in Canada
VANCOUVER – An American transgender woman says she plans to appeal a Federal Court ruling…