B.C. veneer manufacturer touted by premier in Japan ‘in hospice’ due to lack of woodSimon Little
B.C. Veneer Products makes value-added veneer wood products in Surrey, things like doors, windows, musical instruments and more.
Judge blocks Beto O’Rourke from funding Texas Dems who fled to stop GOP redistricting vote
A Texas judge ruled Friday against Beto O’Rourke and his nonprofit in a case brought by state Attorney General Ken Paxton, who accused them of illegally raising funds to support…
Trump and Putin to meet in Alaska for Ukraine talks next week
The announcement comes hours after the US leader signals Ukraine may have to cede territory to end the war. BBC News
Parents could face jail time under New Jersey town’s ordinance targeting children’s unruly behavior
Under a new ordinance in a New Jersey town, parents can be fined and even charged for their children’s unruly behavior. The Township of Gloucester Minors and Parents Responsibility Ordinance…
Nagasaki cathedral bells to ring together since US atomic bombing of Japan
Nagasaki’s Immaculate Conception Cathedral was rebuilt in 1959 after being almost completely destroyed in the explosion. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Patriots unveil statue of Tom Brady outside stadium: ‘This statue isn’t just for Pats fans’
Retired NFL quarterback Tom Brady returned Friday to Foxborough, Massachusetts, the place where he spent two decades of his storied career. Brady was on hand for a statue-unveiling ceremony before…
Jimmy Kimmel admits ‘repulsive’ liberal scolds are driving people away from the Democratic Party
Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel admitted “repulsive” liberal voices are scaring people away from the Democratic Party during an appearance on the “Sarah Silverman Podcast” on Thursday. The comedians discussed cancel…
This Aldergrove alpaca may just be the oldest in the worldSimon Little
Lolita the alpaca is just shy of her 28th birthday, and is challenging for the Guiness world record for oldest of her breed.
Canada’s longest trial ends in precedent-setting B.C. land claim ruling for 4 First NationsAmy Judd
The piece of land in question is a 750-hectare parcel in Richmond, including city and port lands, farms, golf courses and commercial properties.
Changes at Kelowna’s tent city believed responsible for more visible homelessness crisis downtownKlaudia Van Emmerik
Some of the changes made at the end of March involved a significant reduction in the size of the site, including capping the number of tents allowed at 60. …
William H. Webster, only person to lead both FBI and CIA, dies at 101
William H. Webster, the former FBI and CIA director, has died at the age of 101, his family announced Friday. Webster led the FBI from 1978 to 1987 and the…
Latest U.S. move pushes duties on Canadian softwood lumber over 35%Globalnews Digital
The U.S. says it will more than double countervailing duties on Canadian softwood lumber imports, a move B.C. business groups say will harm communities on both sides of the border.…
Southern Alberta Art Gallery celebrates summer ahead of 50th yearJustin Sibbet
Two environment-focused exhibits are taking centre stage at the Southern Alberta Art Gallery this summer, while new artists prepare to showcase their work in 2026.
NFL advises teams to enhance security after deadly midtown office shooting: report
The NFL reportedly sent a memo to its 32 teams Friday advising them to enhance security after the deadly shooting at the league’s New York City offices July 28, according…
‘Their injuries are being seen’: B.C. hospital’s new tool in fight against sex assaultSimon Little
The hospital’s Forensic Nursing Services team recently acquired a CortexFlo camera, which uses blue lighting to help identify injuries that may not be obvious to the naked eye.
Locked garbage bins coming to downtown WinnipegTeagan Rasche
The City of Winnipeg is taking a step to help with litter in the downtown area. Garbage and recycling bins that lock will soon replace dated bins on certain streets.…
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,262
Here are the key events on day 1,262 of Russia’s war on Ukraine. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Rosie O’Donnell claims ABC will cancel ‘The View’ to appease ‘orange messiah’ Trump
Liberal actress and comic Rosie O’Donnell predicted on Wednesday that ABC is going to cancel “The View” to appease President Donald Trump. ABC has reportedly begun to scrutinize “The View”…
Azerbaijan and Armenia sign peace deal at White House summit with Trump
“It’s been a long time coming,” Trump said of the agreement, which will reopen key transport routes. BBC News