B.C. government takes heat over marked growth in public payrollAaron McArthur
The B.C. government is facing heat over a marked growth in the number of people on the public payroll in the province, even as health care and education suffer from…
Mayor Bass blames Trump’s ICE raids for starting riots while claiming ‘things in LA are calm’
Los Angeles mayor Karen Bass blamed the Trump administration’s Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations for starting the riots that exploded over the weekend, while claiming “things in L.A. are…
Paternity leave is outdated and unequal, MPs say
A report says dads should be paid 80% of earnings and allowed six weeks off work when they have a child. BBC News
RCMP investigate homicide after young mother found dead inside Penticton apartment buildingKlaudia Van Emmerik
The Penticton woman, only 21-years old, was discovered dead over the weekend in an apartment building in the 600-block of Lakeshore drive.
Teachers can use AI to save time on marking, new guidance says
For the first time teachers in England are receiving guidelines on how they should and shouldn’t use AI. BBC News
Louisiana authorities arrest girlfriend of escaped inmate for conspiracy in coordinated jailbreak operation
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill announced the arrest of a former Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office (OPSO) employee who’s believed to be the girlfriend of Derrick Groves, who’s still on the…
Saskatoon Berries Academy grad Yeager makes historic jump to WCBL collegiate rosterScott Roblin
Graduating from the Saskatoon Berries Academy, pitcher Merek Yeager is now one of the youngest players on the WCBL club roster ahead of his freshman season in college.
G7 summit expected to bring big economic boost to Calgary and some big headaches for residentsKen MacGillivray
The upcoming G7 Summit is expected to inject millions of dollars into Alberta’s economy, but residents are warned to prepare for some major inconveniences.
California files lawsuit against DOJ over transgender athlete demand
California filed a lawsuit against the Justice Department on Monday after officials demanded that the state’s public high schools confirm they will bar transgender athletes from competing in girls’ sports.…
Safety groups to improve coordination, says Winnipeg mayorIris Dyck
Winnipeg’s mayor is promising to improve inner-city safety by improving communication and coordination among the numerous safety groups already working in the area.
10-year-old victim of fatal B.C. speedboat collision identifiedSimon Little
In an online fundraiser, family friends identified the victim of a fatal boating incident in North Vancouver on Saturday as a 10-year-old boy who would have turned 11 next month.…
B.C. ER doctor sues Fraser Health, claims bullying, retaliationSimon Little
A lawsuit claims Fraser Healthy singled out and threatened an ER doctor after a group of staff posted a notice warning patients of Eagle Ridge hospital about of capacity issues.…
Police swiftly remove anti-ICE protesters who invaded Trump Tower as nationwide demonstrations intensify
Police in New York City arrested 24 anti-ICE protesters on Monday afternoon after they refused to leave Trump Tower in Manhattan during a demonstration inside. The demonstrators chanted “Bring Them…
Out of despair come $1m: Lost Rodin ‘copy’ turns out to be authentic
A marble sculpture thought to be a copy of an Auguste Rodin work turned out to be the real thing. BBC News
Heat warning issued after days of 30-degree temperatures in the OkanaganVictoria Femia
Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for the Okanagan after four straight days of temperatures above 30 C.
Democratic lawmaker looks forward to Elon Musk ‘turning his fire against MAGA Republicans’ in 2026 midterms
Rep. Ro Khanna, D-Calif., was optimistic on Friday that former Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) leader Elon Musk would be targeting Republicans instead of Democrats in the 2026 midterm elections…
We quit our jobs, sold our home twice and spent 10 years fighting for the truth
A NHS trust and hospital manager have been found guilty of health and safety failings over the death of Alice Figueiredo. BBC News
North Carolina great Rashad McCants dishes on the NBA Finals, Michael Jordan, Bill Belichick and more
Rashad McCants is a former McDonald’s All-American who continued his basketball career at the University of North Carolina, where he established himself as one of the Tar Heels’ all-time greats,…
Musk signals potential softening of feud with simple one emoji response to clip of Trump wishing him well
President Trump’s relationship with Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk, which appeared to publicly blow up last week as the two feuded in public, took a softer tone on Monday…