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Inflation rises to 2.8% in April but Iran war impact limited to gas pumps for now
OTTAWA — Higher gas prices driven mainly by the war in Iran pushed inflation higher…
Canines get air time at Okanagan’s first dog diving dock
“It’s about getting a dog to take that one brave jump and discover they can go forward and succeed at something new.”
Ancient teeth hint at canoodling between early human relatives
NEW YORK (AP) — An analysis of ancient teeth is giving scientists a rare peek…
BC landlord who failed to fix disabled tenant’s condo on the hook $60,000
The landlord refused to fix the toilet, saying the disabled woman had “abnormal feces” which blocked the pipes.
Cannes and the Hôtel Martinez await a ‘White Lotus’ close-up
CANNES, France (AP) — Though many actors are appearing at the Cannes Film Festival this…
Eight year ban for BC massage therapist who ‘pinched and licked’ former student
He also has to pay $15,000.
Microgardening means getting a surprisingly big harvest from a windowsill or balcony garden
Short on space? Consider microgardening. Although the term might conjure thoughts of minuscule garden gnomes…
How a 3,400-year-old ballgame survives in Mexico against all odds
LOS LLANITOS, México (AP) — On a dirt field on Mexico’s Pacific coast, five cousins…
No sanctions for Mountie who sent ‘crude and vulgar’ texts to bylaw officer
When does friendly banter cross the line?
After the Kendrick Lamar beef, can Drake come back with ‘Iceman’?
NEW YORK (AP) — Drake has returned as the “Iceman.” And the stakes couldn’t be…
Why there aren’t any disc golf courses open in Kelowna
Disc golf is a very affordable sport but the only Kelowna course is currently closed.
Experts call for evenly applied forensic nursing services across B.C.
A researcher on intimate partner violence is calling for British Columbia to increase funding for…
Public health agency says World Cup poses high risk of measles spread
OTTAWA — There is a high risk of measles transmission within Canada during the FIFA…
Stuntman looking to ‘break’ into Okanagan film industry
"I know how to fall through things very well and not get injured.”
‘It’s insane’: Summer gas prices could hit record highs, upending budgets and travel
MONTREAL — Since gas prices started climbing in March, Sarah Bradley has found herself bargain…
Tourism Kamloops gives back to mountain bike trail builders
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Among mountain bikers across North America, Kamloops is known as the birthplace of "freeride," a style focused on technical, creative downhill riding.
‘Hockey city’: experts say Canadiens fever fuelled by team’s winning history
Almost everyone appears to agree that the Montreal Canadiens fans are the loudest and rowdiest…
Carney, Smith sign carbon price deal, suggest fall 2027 pipeline approval
Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said Friday they’re eyeing a fall…
The Latest: After China visit, Trump says he’s undecided on sending weapons to Taiwan
U.S. President Donald Trump has wrapped up his visit to Beijing after a crucial series…
Eby says Ottawa is rewarding Alberta’s ‘bad behaviour’ with pipeline agreement
VICTORIA — British Columbia Premier David Eby says the federal government is rewarding Alberta for…
No jail for woman who stabbed man at Kelowna’s tent city
"It appeared as if the blade went right through the hand."
Supreme Court recognizes intimate partner violence as a legal basis for civil damages
OTTAWA — The Supreme Court of Canada has recognized intimate partner violence as a distinct…
Canadian wineries say scrapping provincial trade barriers would add billions to GDP
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HALIFAX — Canada’s wine sector is worth more than $10 billion a year and the…
BC professor loses appeal after method of collecting caribou hair deemed ‘hunting’
The environmental appeal board had to decide if his method constituted hunting.