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It’s called ‘cozy cardio.’ In a world seeking comfort, some see a happier mode of exercise
Political polarization. Economic struggles. Inequity. Climate change. War. In an often-bruising world, you can hardly…
Retiring chief coroner Lisa Lapointe on staring death in the face
After 13 years in the role, B.C.’s Chief Coroner Lisa Lapointe is retiring. Her final…
Too pretty? Easter poster depicting a handsome, fresh-faced Jesus prompts criticism in Spain
MADRID (AP) — A poster in the southern Spanish city of Seville that depicts a…
Songs by Taylor Swift, Drake and more are starting to disappear from TikTok. Here’s why
NEW YORK (AP) — TikTok may look (or sound) a little different when you scroll…
Taylor Swift could make it from Tokyo to the Super Bowl. Parking her private jet could be tricky
LAS VEGAS (AP) — If Taylor Swift is jetting from her upcoming Tokyo concert to…
TRENDING NOW: Elephant pranks unsuspecting woman
Most people know that elephants are smart, but it turns out they have a sense…
Friends of Roxanne Louie seek reversal of decision to grant her murderer day parole
CONTENT ADVISORY More than 300 people have signed a petition demanding the Parole Board of…
Carl Weathers, linebacker-turned-actor who starred in ‘Rocky’ movies and ‘The Mandalorian,’ dies
NEW YORK (AP) — Carl Weathers, a former NFL linebacker who became a Hollywood action…
Shots fired at BC home of Sikh activist, an associate of slain Nijjar
SURREY, B.C. – The spokesman for a group advocating Sikh independence says that a Metro…
BC’s dramatic temperature swings put stress on bees and cattle
VANCOUVER – Recent wild temperature swings in British Columbia have raised concerns about the impact…
Skyscraper-size asteroid will buzz Earth safely passing within 1.7M miles
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — An asteroid as big as a skyscraper will pass within…
TRENDING NOW: The most devious decoration prank
The best pranks are simple, elegant and diabolical. This prank required expert timing and stroke…
Flood concerns persist, but evacuation order downgraded in Pemberton
Dusty McKinnon says driving through floodwaters in Pemberton, B.C., reminded him of fording rivers in…
Aurora Cannabis to consolidate shares on a one-for-10 basis
EDMONTON – Aurora Cannabis Inc. has announced a plan to consolidate its shares on a…
Alberta government won’t stock BC wines that sell direct to consumers
EDMONTON – An interprovincial wine war is fermenting after Alberta's liquor wholesaler told vintners in…
TRENDING NOW: Spider’s web for humans
This woman was taking a stroll on a windy day when she spotted the perfect…
Anxiety rises with water levels, as rain and record warmth add up to flooding in BC
ABBOTSFORD, B.C. – Heavy rain and record-breaking warmth in southwestern British Columbia this week brought…
iN VIDEO: 5 suspects arrested in California desert killings in dispute over marijuana
SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. (AP) — The six men found dead at a remote dirt crossroads…
Elon Musk says the first human has received an implant from Neuralink
NEW YORK (AP) — According to Elon Musk, the first human received an implant from…
TRENDING NOW: Classic TV commercial never disappoints
It's time for a trip in the wayback machine to relive a classic American department…
BC Health Minister says investment in nuclear medicine will expand cancer care
VANCOUVER – The British Columbia government is spending $32 million in advancement of nuclear medicine,…
UPDATE: Former Kelowna Rocket charged in 2018 world junior sexual assault case
NHL players Carter Hart of the Philadelphia Flyers, Michael McLeod of the New Jersey Devils…
Discrimination probe launched into police use of force in BC
VANCOUVER – British Columbia's human rights commissioner has launched an inquiry into police use of…
Chita Rivera, revered and pioneering Tony-winning dancer and singer, dies at 91
NEW YORK (AP) — Chita Rivera, the dynamic dancer, singer and actress who garnered 10…