Rapidly growing fire prompts thousands of evacuations in California
The Canyon Fire, which began on Thursday afternoon, has blazed through nearly 5,000 acres in less than 24 hours. BBC News
Georgia officer killed while responding to shooting near CDC headquarters identified: ‘Committed to serving’
The DeKalb County Police Department identified the officer killed Friday while responding to a gunman near the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, Officer David…
Fajardo, Julien-Grant help Elks rally to beat Alouettes 23-22 in MontrealGlobalnews Digital
Former Montreal starting quarterback Cody Fajardo and the Edmonton Elks rallied late in the fourth quarter to stun the Alouettes 23-22 in front of 20,525 fans at Percival Molson Stadium…
Adidas accused of cultural appropriation by Mexico over new footwear design
Mexican officials say sportswear giant took design idea from Indigenous community in country’s southern Oaxaca state. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
‘Are we not working class enough?’ Students divided on civil service internship reform
Four students tell BBC News what they think of changes to the civil service’s summer internship. BBC News
‘JD Vance sends warning to UK’ and ‘Scam by me’
The US vice-president’s visit with Foreign Secretary David Lammy features prominently on Saturday’s papers. BBC News
Singapore celebrates success on 60th anniversary but challenges loom ahead
Al Jazeera looks at some of the challenges that Singapore could face over its next 60 years. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Lions’ Morice Norris leaves preseason game in ambulance after blow to the head
The Detroit Lions vs. Atlanta Falcons preseason game came to a somber standstill on Friday night when Lions safety Morice Norris took a hard shot to the head. Norris was…
Shedeur Sanders stuns sports world in first preseason game after controversial start to NFL career
Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders threw two touchdown passes in his first NFL preseason game Friday night, shocking many fans after an unsteady start to his NFL career. Sanders’ performance…
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. …