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Christmas bird counts in Thompson-Okanagan turn up a few surprises
“We had a gray catbird that should be in Mexico and a blue jay which is typically found east of the Rocky Mountains, that was a highlight.”
From cold to closed: Advances in DNA analysis helped solve cold cases in 2025
"You will carry this silence, this emptiness, this gaze you extinguished until your last breath."
Trying to improve your health and wellness in 2026? Keep it simple
This year, The Associated Press got the downlow on all manner of health and wellness claims and fads. The good news is that the experts mostly say to keep it simple.
Five things to watch for in Kamloops in 2026
From major construction projects, events and an election, there's a lot to look forward to in 2026.
Cold War bomb shelter in Nova Scotia being converted into high-end doomsday condos
“To be honest, the bunker business is booming globally.”
If someone’s always late, is it time blindness, or are they just being rude?
“I just don’t seem to have that clock that ticks by in my head.”
Shuswap couple opens off-grid wilderness resort with outdoor sauna
“Herman Lake is such a magical place and we want to share the beauty and serenity this place has to offer.”
Why ordering takeout or calling the dog walker might lead to a happier relationship
It turns out, love may benefit from a little less labor. Couples who spend money…
Companies can make generic Ozempic as of next week, but don’t expect to get it soon
TORONTO — Drug companies in Canada are allowed to make lower priced generic versions of…
TRENDING NOW: Kangaroo hit the gym
This kangaroo works out at your local YMCA.
Drivers list New Year road resolutions: ICBC survey
While many said they would consider setting new goals, the majority said it's other drivers who should have New Year's resolutions for BC roads.
B.C. home grant threshold falls for first time since 2020, as Vancouver values drop
VANCOUVER — The British Columbia government has dropped the threshold for its homeowner grant program…
Kamloops advocates continue to rally for maternity care
"A new year does not erase the risks families are facing."
Photos of New Year’s celebrations across the globe
People across the world celebrate the start of 2026, with New York’s iconic Times Square…
Carney will meet with Ukraine’s allies in Paris as ceasefire talks intensify
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney will travel to France next week to meet with…
Swiss investigators believe sparkling candles atop wine bottles ignited fatal bar fire
CRANS-MONTANA, Switzerland (AP) — Investigators said Friday that they believe sparkling candles atop Champagne bottles…
iN DISCUSSION: More Canadians want in on MAID
When you've seen people in a hospital at their last, at their worst, you can't help but wonder if there's a better way.
Property values up across most of Southern Interior: BC Assessment
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“The Southern Interior’s total assessments increased from about $323 billion in 2025 to almost $330 billion this year."
BC city continues its New Year’s hangover holiday
The decades-long local tradition extends the winter holidays for an extra day.
Teen hit in crosswalk awarded $900,000 by BC court
She has been left in lifelong pain, but the court still found the injuries were not "catastrophic."
iN NUMBERS: Noah most popular baby name in BC in 2025
If you named your baby Noah, that was a trendy move since it was the most popular name of 2025.
iN PHOTOS: Fascinating ice formations in Kamloops, Okanagan
Residents are taking photos of the frozen Memorial Fountain in Osoyoos.
Changing women’s hockey landscape continued in 2025, Canada’s Olympic prep altered
"We trust each other, love each other, believe in each other."
TRENDING NOW: Real life ‘Looney Tunes’ moment
This dog is outmatched.